OVERVIEW: 4.5/5 - With tip, I spent nearly $70 on breakfast for a plate, drink, and two pastries. Arrived on a Sunday morning around 8:30am and waited about 1.5 hrs. in line before we made it through the door to order. There are a handful of tables inside, bar seats, and patio seating. You order immediately at the counter and pay, then find a table to sit at. Pastries and drinks are delivered first, and breakfast entrees follow. The highlight is definitely the pastries and the cafe drinks! I tried the matcha pandan éclair and the truffle croissant. The croissant was very flaky and balanced with truffle and sweet honey flavor; the éclair frosting was great but the rest was just okay. The black sesame matcha latte was one of the best I've ever had. The $19 breakfast plate wasn't my favorite but it wasn't bad. They give you a lot of rice, 1 egg, and your choice of meat. The longanisa wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped, but it was good overall. I would revisit for the pastries and drinks for sure. Note: You can order pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and drinks online/ahead and just pick up. But if you want the full dine-in experience and breakfast menu, you have to wait in line. read more

Kasama - Black sesame matcha latte (left), ube latte (right) - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Add me to the list of customers who leave Kasama very happy! The ordering and pickup process was super easy. The pastries were some of the best I've had in my life. Kasama absolutely deserves every ounce of praise that they receive. read more

I finally was able to stop by Kasama after being told to try their breakfast sandwich for ages. Definitely recommend ordering ahead if you're carrying out. I don't eat pork so I wasn't able to try the longaniza on the sandwich and that's why I think I didn't really like it that much. They were very busy but the service was amazing and everyone was very kind. I have been told I need to come back and try some of the pastries and the vegetarian dishes so will be going back to review again sometime! read more

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I can't get over how amazing the longanisa sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich is. I did takeout this past weekend since my friend was visiting from Denver, and she absolutely loved it too. Ordering for pickup is such a breeze, I can skip the line and go straight to the pickup counter. The process is quick, and everyone here is really nice. The only downside is squeezing through the entrance since it can get pretty crowded with people waiting to dine in. read more

Kasama - Longanisa, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food: as a Filipino American, I love to see our culture highlighted successfully and proudly! The breakfast sandwich with the added hash brown and the ensemada was perfectly made. In the breakfast sandwich, there is a longanisa sausage, which I have never had this way before, and it is genius! The sandwich was perfect. I actually miss and crave it. Service: they're really really busy. They might be a little short, but with 60 people waiting out of the door every day they're open, I kinda get it. Ambiance: we actually ordered take out because we couldn't get a table. Outside, there are plenty of benches to enjoy your goodies! Make the trip out there, this is worth the try! read more

Kasama - Breakfast sandwich with added hash brown! - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First stop in Chicago was this notorious Filipino restaurant/bakery and we were not disappointed at all. The wait on Easter Sunday was about 40-45 minutes. We got the black sesame latte iced with oat; wish I could taste the black sesame a bit more, and the ube latte which was devine. We got a few pasteries; some notes of the famous huckleberry cake (with the sun on it) was very tart, not too sweet and refreshing. The matcha/pandan eclair was indulgent with a filling inside and topped with a light butter based frosting. The truffle croissant was the star of the show as it tasted something I have never had before, 5/5 please order it. We tried the chicken adobo, which was of course really good-- I must say it is a tad different from what I usually eat at home, but the touch of coconut was surprising. The egg/cheese/hashbrown is definately something you should order as well, wish there was chicken longania as we don't eat pork but it was so delicious even without it. The service was attentive, welcoming & warm and I hope to stop by when I'm in Chicago. I really can't wait to try their dinner menu too!! Also it seemed like ordering online might be your best bet if you wanted something a little more quicker read more

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Amazing food. I'm so proud to see Filipino cuisine represented at Michelin level, and this restaurant gave me some of the most memorable tastes of my childhood--reimagined with elegance and precision. It felt as though my mother had gone off to French culinary school and returned home with the secrets to creating flawlessly rich sauces. The flavor profiles are unmistakably Filipino, with Asian and Spanish influences woven throughout, hints of sour, and just enough boldness and provocation to make the experience feel worthy of the price. My server Michele was warm, cordial, and accessible which added to the pleasure of the meal. The ambiance was fine, though it did not quite rise to the level of the food. Still, the dishes themselves were more than enough to make the evening feel special. read more

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Delicious! And I'd say it's worth the wait. Honestly not one to stand in long lines for the hype but i'm grateful we did. I was shocked to see there were so many seating options inside, a little bar and outdoor area as well. I had the mushroom adobo and asked for some hot sauce because I'm a spicy gal but honestly it didn't need it. i really enjoyed the huckleberry pastry. the cute sun design made it extra special and brightened my day entirely. I looooved the ube coconut drink. Just specify your milk as they do have alternatives but the person taking my order didn't ask. I thought because it listed coconut in the drink description, i was in the clear. to my surprise, there was definitely whole milk. fortunately, all of the employees are so nice. a young lady happily exchanged with the proper milk alternative at no cost which i thought was super sweet. would love to come back and try more of their pastries. they all looked so good! read more

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Kasama is definitely a must! Be ready for a line--it can get long, especially in the morning, but it moves fairly quickly and is absolutely worth the wait. Once you try the food, it makes sense why people line up. The pastries are a must, each strikes the perfect balance of flavor without being overly sweet. The savory Filipino dishes are just as impressive--rich, comforting, and packed with bold flavors. We ordered the Breakfast Sandwich with a tocino and a hashbrown, Filipino Breakfast with both longanisa and tocino, Bistek and eggs. The space is small and always buzzing, and service is warm and friendly . We especially loved the owners who were super friendly. Kasama fully lives up to the hype and is a must-visit in Chicago. We had to buy each color of their hats to not only support but for the great memories. read more

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We came to visit our family in Chicago and HAD to try this Filipino spot. We ordered a variety of stuff because we were family sharing with others. We got the Longanisa breakfast sandwich, the pork belly adobo, hash brown, egg and cheese sandwich, filipino breakfast and honestly a lot more stuff.... check out our receipt, lol. We ordered online right when they allowed it and our food was ready at 10:15. Pick up was easy.. because you skip the line, BUT there was a HUGE line of people waiting. Definitely order to go.. to save your time, unless you like standing/waiting for the experience! Food was excellent. The pastries I particularly loved was the Black Truffle Crossiant, the Ube and Coconut Ensaymada.. UGH delish. I don't think there was anything on the menu not worth getting, so go crazy! Also, we ordered all of this for 9 people.. and it was plenty!! Enjoy! read more

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My husband and I went for dinner and added the wine pairing. The service was professional, but also warm and personal without being intrusive or pretentious. The food was perfection. My husband and I have had the privilege of dining in some of the best restaurants in the world and this dinner (and pairing) are in my top 3 dining experiences ever. I will dream about the truffle croissants for a long time. The squab? Amazing. This menu featured at least 4 dishes that could easily be signature dishes, like Joel Robuchon potatoes. If you have the opportunity to eat dinner here, do it. read more

Kasama - July 11, 2026 menu with pairings - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Kasama lived up to the hype! I wish I lived in Chicago so that I could eat there weekly. The meatloaf Kare Kare was delicious where the meatloaf alone was soft and juicy. The Kare Kare sauce tasted silky and authentic. If you order the lumpia be sure to ask for their homemade vinegar! It's way better than the sweet chili sauce and gives you a better authentic taste. The breakfast sandwich and all pastries that were ordered were sooo tasty. We went on a Wednesdays morning. They open at 9am but we got there around 8:15am to stand in line. We were the 3rd party in line so I recommend getting there early! The line started to build around 8:40/8:45. read more

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My friend who is a local highly recommended that I come here for breakfast/brunch and I ordered all the things she recommended. (Not pictured) Oh Hot Yam! latte: espresso taste was nice and balanced without being bitter, the yam flavor isn't overpowering -- bordering a bit on the sweeter side. The hashbrown, egg, and cheese sandwich looks simple / something you would get at (insert fast food chain name here), but the actual flavor is something different. The hashbrown has a nice crisp, which is balanced by the egg and cheese which are softer textures. The ube and huckleberry basque cheesecake is Asian dessert perfection: not to sweet, nice variety of textures (soft on inside, crispy on outside), and filled with wonderful Asian flavors. The chicken thigh adobo comes with garlic fried rice and some pickled veggies. I think the flavors come together wonderfully for a very savory bite! The chicken isn't dry and the skin is nice and crispy. As a pro tip, my friend recommended that I order online (I think you can even order a bit before they open) to avoid a long wait outside. I ordered at 9am and my order was ready for pick up at 10:15am (they tell you when to pick up order before you place the order). Their pick up system seems very efficient! There's limited seating inside, thus wait times for an in person table can be longer. read more

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I have been dying to try Kasama for breakfast, because of all the hype around it. We ordered pick-up, but it was still a 3 hour wait for that. The sandwich was simple but very tasty! I like that they have unique coffee beverages. The staff was very busy and I had to try and get someone's attention, because no one was addressing me when I went over to the pick up area. Overall the breakfast was delicious, but I'm not sure that what I ordered was different enough to be worth the 3 hour wait. If I go again I will try something more unique on the menu! read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Worth the long wait in the cold! The pastries did not disappoint. Ube latte was creamy and nutty and perfect for a cold day. My favorite food was the breakfast sandwich, but you can't go wrong with the Filipino breakfast. Highly recommend! read more

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Everyone hypes this place up, and it's even a Michelin star rated restaurant. The kare kare is good in flavor, but the meatloaf wouldn't be my first choice of protein for this dish even though it does still work. The longanisa breakfast sandwich is great! The egg is fluffy, the bread is pillow-y, and the longanisa really adds so much flavor and depth. I will say that the ube and huckleberry cake is skippable, but it was still fun to try. The red bean coffee was really hyped up, and it disappointed me because the flavors were just off (the coffee was sour, the red bean tasted more like date paste). The service is great! We skipped the line and ordered ahead, so it was ~5 min of waiting for them to make the drinks and get everything ready. Inside is quite small, which is why there is a line even on a random weekday morning. Definitely worth checking out. read more

Kasama - meatloaf kare kare, longanisa breakfast sandwich, ube huckleberry cake, and red bean coffee - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Kasama operates as a bakery/café by day and transforms into fine dining at night. I didn't try the $295 tasting menu, but I did sample their pastries. With a Michelin star and James Beard Award, it's no surprise this spot is extremely popular. I arrived around 10:30am on a Wednesday and the line was still 50-60 people deep, stretching down the block. Luckily, I'd read you can order pastries online starting at 9am. I placed my order as soon as the site opened, then simply drove over, parked on the street, and had my partner run inside to their pick up window--done in under 10 minutes. We spoke to someone near the front of the line who said they'd already been waiting for over an hour. The pastries were delicious and authentic, but honestly, I wouldn't wait over an hour for them. Ordering online was smooth and totally worth it. If you want the Kasama experience without the wait, skip the line and go with the online order option. read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Kasama was one of the highlights of our quick trip to Chicago. I give it a solid 4.5/5. The breakfast sandwich was an 11/10 SO GOOD with the sambal and spicy vinegar on the side. The pastries were delicious too, but definitely not the stars of the show. I highlyyyy recommend you order ahead instead of waiting in the line. You can just pick up your food and sit on a bench outside - so easy! We ordered ahead at around 9:15 (they open at 9) and it was already a 2+ hour wait. The pickup was easy enough, although a bit ambiguous because they don't text you to let you know if your order is ready. We got there early and our order was ready about 15 minutes before the estimated time. I get it though! They're super busy, and that's just one more administrative task. All in all, if I were to come back to Chicago, I'll definitely be re-visiting to try their other items + their drinks! read more

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Love coming here for brunch. One of the most delicious place I had in Chicago. The ham and cheese danish is the best I had anywhere. The filipino breakfast is also very good: fragrant garlic rice, juicy sausages and a sunny side up egg. My friends had mushroom and chicken adobos all very flavorful and delicious. Meatloaf was a little too much peanut and too nutty for me. But my friends have enjoyed it nevertheless. Lines could get long depends on when you get there. We got lucky this time. Hope to come back soon. read more

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chicken adobo ($19) mushroom adobo ($19) - rating 2 together since they're essentially the same except one is mushroom and the other is chicken - mushroom was extremely underwhelming; the flavor was a bit odd and it didn't bring out the natural aroma of the mushroom at all; instead it tasted like something that would made me dislike mushroom even more if I was in my anti mushroom era - chicken thigh wasn't the most juicy and a bit tough; i was shocked because chicken thigh is literally one of the juiciest parts of chicken and not once in my life have my home cooked chicken thighs been tough; while the sauce was pretty good it wasnt anything noteworthy - now.. all the garlic rice ive had from other filipino spots usually taste pretty similar to one another, but this one was more so just rice not garlic rice; the rice should be clearly separated from one another but it was all clumpy with no garlicky flavor - every bite made me wonder how this 2 michelin star came about breakfast sando with longanisa, egg, cheese ($12) + hashbrown ($3.5) - this is the best entree we've tried - i like the cheese, egg, and loganisa combo; savory, not too cheesy, not too salty, and not too heavy - this dish wouldn't be complete if the hashbrown was missing though as it added a necessary crunchy texture; if it wasn't for the hashbrown, this mightve tasted more plain with a boring soft texture - we thought it was a bit concerning that the hashbrown wasn't automatically added but was presented as an add-on; it would've been an average sando with nothing memorable... so hashbrown is a must - highly recommend this one even though it doesn't look appealing ube & huckleberry basque cake ($9) - the blend of ube and huckleberry was genius; it was a thin layer of lightly sweetened ube mixed with a bit of sourness from the huckleberry jam - the layer was just right and paired perfectly with the crispy crunchy exterior tart - im a fan and would get again truffle croissant ($16) - bombastic price but i appreciate the fact that they use real fresh truffle - nevertheless, the ingredient wasn't put to its best use... truffle itself is already such strong and decadent flavor, when using it you should be extra careful not to use it excessively and the care here was lacking - truffle cream filling was so overpowering it will leave you horizontal and defeated after 3 bites - the croissant was also lacking; it almost got no flakes and was dry and stale - first bite was not bad from the surprisingly strong aroma but 3 bites would be the end of era for me manila fog ($7.15) - im a fan of this latte; it's hojicha based with a dash of cardamom flavor and pandan cream on top that isn't too sweet - i slurped it up real quick rating: 3/5 - overall it is not bad! Don't fret! But waiting 2 hours in line for this on a weekday morning and knowing this spot has 2 michelin stars, i had higher expectations - i wouldn't say anything is particularly memorable and nothing was perfect except for the ube & huckleberry basque cake; the dishes were either lacking in flavor or texture - service was quick and welcoming - very homey cozy ambiance with tons of natural lighting; i felt so comfortable dining here - the most surprising part is this place being so hyped up when anything in la & ny could easily taste better and more authentic IG: @nom.noms.only read more

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If you can, avoid the weekends - I can't believe I waited 1.5 hrs in the rain on a Saturday... All in all, the food and drinks were great, I unfortunately got in too late for the famous breakfast sandwich but really loved: - Maiz con leche: a unique corn drink with great umami notes - Kasama combo sandwich: great balance with the hearty meat and acidity from the pickled veg Not sure if I would have the patience to wait in line again haha read more

Kasama - Filipino breakfast Kasama combo sandwich Maiz con leche Iced tamarind matcha latte - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Good morning, Chicago! Had the pleasure of dining at this bustling diner in a more residential area just outside of downtown- at least that's what it felt like. The wait was definitely worth it. I tried kare-kare for the first time, and as a big fan of peanut flavors, this dish was a slam dunk for me. The thick, creamy sauce paired perfectly with the meatloaf and rice. It took me maybe four bites to devour everything! I also got the ube pastry, which was really good. I'm definitely going to order this dish again whenever I'm at a Filipino establishment. read more

Kasama - SoOoOo good - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I went to Kasama two separate times during my visit, dining in for my first time and order pastries to go for my second time. The line for dining in was extremely long (we waited over an hour), but worth the wait. Kasama does a wonderful job at Filipino fusion, putting a unique twist on American classics like meatloaf and Italian beef sandwiches without being overly greasy or heavy. The meatloaf with kare-kare was definitely my favorite, followed by their Filipino breakfast. The drinks were also lovely, especially the Kafe-mansi, which was so good, even for someone like me who doesn't drink cold brew. The star of the show, however, are their pastries. If I had to pick a favorite, it would probably be the Banana Tart and Apple Hand Pie. However, my friends and I also tried their Chocolate Tart, Black Truffle Croissant, and Ube and Huckleberry cake and would still get those again too. If I'm ever back in Chicago, I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Kasama - Ube and Huckleberry Basque Cake (upper left), Black Truffle Croissant (right), Banana Tart (lower left) - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wow. I was really impressed by how many diverse people came out to try Filipino food. Just be prepared to wait 1-2 hours to order and be seated. You also have the option to order online for takeout and eat outside near the restaurant. I ordered the Filipino breakfast, which came with garlic fried rice, tocino, and longanisa. I'd rate it an 8/10. The standout was definitely the pork tocino, while the longanisa was just ok lang. My wife got the breakfast sandwich with hashbrown, eggs, and longanisa. I'd give it a 7/10. It's a simple breakfast sandwich with a Filipino twist from the longanisa. For drinks, I ordered the iced Manila Fog and would rate it 3/10. I didn't enjoy it. Definitely not "amaze amaze amaze" like Rocky from Project Hail Mary would say. My wife ordered the ube latte, which was much better. I'd give that a 9/10. Since I was disappointed with my first drink, I tried the iced black sesame latte. It was also ok lang, around a 6/10. For pastries, I highly recommend the ube ensaymada, ube huckleberry Basque, and the black sesame macarons. If you're dining in and want to order more, you can just flag down a waiter instead of waiting in line again. I was excited to try a Filipino Michelin restaurant and see what all the hype was about. I left feeling ok lang, but I'd still recommend Kasama for anyone visiting Chicago. read more

Kasama - ube ensaymada, ube huckleberry Basque - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wow, this place was really busy. Waited in line for two hours and got the longganisa sandwich, ube coffee, and banana bread (they sold out of the other baked goods that I wanted). Longganisa sandwich - Found the longganisa itself a little salty but it also just tasted like regular to me and nothing too fancy or over the top. The bread was nice and soft (not sure if it's supposed to be similar to pandesal). 4/5 Ube coffee - I really liked this one, strong flavours and not overly sweet. I would get this everyday. 5/5 Banana bread - This one was really good as well, not very sweet and pairs really well with the coffee (or even on its own). 5/5 Service was also great, I forgot the manager's name but she was really nice. The inside is cozy and there's not much seating (they do have seating outside). Overall, good experience, worth the wait. Would stop by again and try to sit in. read more

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Decently masarap shoutout The Bear Line long as balls bruh and everyone was fitted up crazy style. We ordered online for takeout 9AM on the dot and pickup wasn't until 1245PM holy moly. It was Labor Day weekend to be fair. We weren't able to eat the food until about an hour later so most of the stuff was cold. Probably 5 stars if I ate it sit-down but you win some you lose some. Ube coffee was aight, looked kinda cool, flavor was meh. Pork belly adobo was not my he best IMO. Maybe bc it was cold it didn't hit but the pork itself was kinda dry. Tocino was pretty good, tender and sweet. Kare Kare was FIRE, loved the fried onions, wish we ate this hot. Truffle croissant was MAJOR buss, the salt particles with the soft croissant with the salty cream man so good. Major cream action, you already know I'm all about that cream, pause. Overall good, wish I could eat it sit-down but life doesn't always work out. Shoutout the Filipinos read more

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Very impressed by Kasama. Other than the horrendous line, this place is awesome. On a Saturday morning, I got in line at 8:38 and did not order until 10:25. If you just want pastry's and coffee, order online!!! The Longanisa, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich was delicious and lived up to the hype. (5/5) The Pecan sticky bun is a MUST TRY! I was so impressed by this pastry, (5/5) The banana bread was just good, but nothing special. I would skip! (3/5) Lastly, the Oh Hot Yam latter was incredible. It was my first time trying Ube, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but that is for sure one of my favorite lattes I've had in the city!!! (5/5) Smaller inside space, but they have an outdoor patio. read more

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Great brunch & lovely atmosphere! Our party of two waited just under two hours for a table on a Friday morning. We got the apple hand pie, the ube butter cake, a breakfast sandwich (add hash brown), and a Filipino breakfast to share. We also both got the ube coconut latte. The latte was FLAWLESS, and the pastries were good. Though they may look simple, the Filipino breakfast and breakfast sandwich packed a ton of flavor. Service was great and we didn't feel rushed. As a tourist, I think it's worth waiting to get the whole experience, even though some say to just get takeout. read more

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This place left me speechless. What I wouldn't do to relive my first bite of the longanisa breakfast sandwich. We got here around 8AM (1 hour before they open) and there were already 10-15 people ahead of us. By the time it was 9AM, the line was already down the block and wrapped around a bit. We waited a total of 1.5hrs in line before we got to order our pastries. You can also order online right when they open to avoid the long wait. Now that the long wait warning is out of the way, I can get to the food. The inside did not have that much seating but it didn't feel too squished. The service was efficient and friendly. I want to start by saying that almost everything that I had here exceeded my expectations. For pastries, we ordered the foie gras danish, ube&hucklberry basque cake, and the matcha pandan eclair. My favorite out of the 3 pastries was the matcha pandan eclair. The matcha provided a great earthy,matcha flavor and the sweetness of the pandan really was a match made in heaven. There was also a tangy taste which might have been some type of cream cheese or something similar. The pastry itself was soft but not without structure. The foie gras danish was very creative and the pastry was flaky. I enjoyed the tartness of the fruit and how that balanced out the rich, savory taste of the foie gras. The basque cake too was also very decadent and delicious. They really did the ube justice in the basque cake. My boyfriend and I also ordered coffee. All of the drinks sounded amazing, but we ended up getting the red bean cold brew and the ube latte. Both of these were phenomenal, but if I had to pick my favorite, the red bean cold brew was a huge winner in my book because I didn't expect those flavors to taste well together but they did! Just be sure to give it a little swirl with your straw before you take a sip. For food, we ordered the longanisa breakfast sandwich with a hashbrown, lumpia shanghai, and pork belly adobo. The longanisa breakfast sandwich was absolutely to die for. It was one of the best things I've eaten in a really long time. These aspects, in my opinion, are what made the sandwhich great: egg was silky, hashbrown added a nice crunch, bread was soft, and the longanisa was perfectly savory/garlicky. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this place but be ready to wait in line or on the edge of your seat for the online ordering drop. Some of the pastries are on the more expensive side but the quality and creativity really come through. I think the breakfast sandwhich is undoubtedly worth the hype. read more

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You do have to get here early. We arrived around 8:20am and were seated by 9:20am. The outside patio is lovely for a warm day! Service was friendly and attentive. The truffle honey croissant might just be my favorite thing I've ever eaten. The truffle cream inside is delicate and a perfect ratio with the crispy outside of the croissant and sweet honey pebbles. The cream on the banana tart is so delicious, and tastes slightly like burnt caramel. The sandwich was probably my least favorite of the three, but it was still so good that I can't even say why. The egg was like custard and melted in my mouth with the cheese, but was perfectly balanced with the crispy hashbrown. Not pictured: iced tamarind matcha latte with oat milk - also a banger! I highly recommend! read more

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Terrible experience. The line was ridiculously slow, even for a simple to-go order. On top of that, there was no cover over the waiting line, so customers were left standing in the rain. This is unacceptable, especially when the weather is bad. The restaurant should have a better system and make basic accommodations for customers. Very disappointing service and poor customer experience. read more

Kasama in West Town, Chicago was such a fun experience! We waited nearly 2 hours but got seated at the bar area, which worked out perfectly. The staff was super friendly, the service was fast, and the food was delicious with generous portions. Totally worth the wait--great vibes and amazing eats! read more

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I am so happy that I finally got to try Kasama! We went on a weekday, so there was no wait at all. Since we drove from Madison, we ordered ahead in case things sold out. Luckily, nothing was sold out when we got there. There is free and paid street parking available. We ordered the matcha pandan eclair, cardamom bun, ube and huckleberry basque cake, and lumpia shanghai. The staff were very nice and accomodating. They even allowed us to sit at the bar to eat, even though we ordered pick-up. The cafe was cutely decorated with a calming environment. Now to get into the pastries...The matcha pandan eclair. No words. So. Good. I can confidently say it's the best eclair I have ever had. The cream on top was ethereal. So light, perfectly sweet, a bit airy, like biting into a cloud. Once you bite into the eclair itself, a combination of flavors swirl in your mouth...Flavors that I have never felt before. Amazing! I especially loved the little crunchy piece of rice krispie (I think) in the center. It was a necessary component to the eclair. If I can only recommend one thing from Kasama, this would be it. As for the cardamom bun, it smelled divine. The taste was also delicious, although not as breathtaking as the eclair. It sort of reminded me of an apple crumble/apple pie vibes. The ube and huckleberry basque cake was pretty good as well, but nothing to write home about. (Even though this was highly recommended.) It tasted like a fruit tart I've had before. It actually also tasted like Jeni's Ice Cream's Brambleberry Crisp flavor in my opinion, haha. The lumpia shanghai were also pretty good. It was my first time trying lumpia so I have nothing to compare it to. I would come back because of the matcha pandan eclair. And to try their other menu items, of course. (Especially the famous breakfast sandwich!) But their matcha pandan eclair...I will dream about that. I am calling it now, one of my best bites from 2026! read more

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Came on a weekday around noon and luckily there was no wait. You order and pay at the counter and then take a seat at any table. They have a display of some delectable looking desserts. I was more in the mood for savory items so ended up ordering their breakfast plate with combination meats. The dish was simple but well made. I do wish they had a bit more variety in terms of the menu items offered. But for a cafe type of place, it's a solid spot. read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Longanisa breakfast sandwich was really good! I would recommend getting the vinegar on the side to cut the richness. Pastries were also amazing, especially the matcha pandan eclair. We ordered online at 8:45am and everything was ready for pickup around 10am. When we got there the line was around the block, so if you're visiting Chicago I'd recommend online ordered as early as possible to save time! read more

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There was a long line to get in but it didn't disappoint. Food was excellent! I particularly enjoyed the pastries. read more

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Good pastries, buttery and sweet, with the winner being the blueberry muffin, but not the best in the city. Cute inside, benches outside. I arrived at about 12:45 on a Friday, I only had about 5 people ahead of me. Unfortunately breakfast sandwiches are only sold until 12, so I missed out on what I came for. read more

Kasama - apple hand pie and blueberry muffin top - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

ASH & JESSE'S CHICAGO COFFEE CRAWL '25 Ranked #1 out of 15 Firstly I'll start by saying, everything you read about long wait times is true. They'll be a line out the door-- almost everyday. Luckily, we ordered online but even then they said it wouldn't be ready until 2pm. We arrived a bit earlier and politely asked about our order and our order came out a little earlier. A reminder that the staff are still humans with feelings, please be gracious and kind. Order online as early as possible if this is somewhere you want to visit-- especially if you're a tourist with limited time. That being said, the stars of the show. I want to start off with the Tamarind Matcha because wow. Stole the show easily-- amazing ratio, perfect color, paired so well with the Tamarind purée at the bottom. The best matcha I've had in awhile, 10/10. We also got their ube latte, unfortunately mixed in photos, but the presentation was gorgeous. The latte for me did rank a bit lower for me, but I run into the issue of ube lattes always falling flat to me. I always want more ube flavor. Their lattes are on the stronger end if you're a person who wants to taste more of the espresso than anything else-- 7/10. We also ordered a Longanisa Breakfast Sandwich and a Cardamom Bun. I've had more longanisa on this trip than I think I've had in more life. The filipino coffee shop scene here is insane. The sandwich was amazing. The bun was so soft, the longanisa was amazing but I do wish I could choose a different cheese. The cardamom bun was insane-- flaky, tears apart so easily, melts in your mouth. 9/10. Overall, amazing experience and I can't wait to visit again when I'm back in Chicago. read more

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Went in on a Thursday morning and did order pickup. The ube latte was the perfect level of sweetness and the espresso was roasted very well. In addition, I ordered a cinnamon roll and the breakfast sandwich (minus the sausage as I do not eat pork). The cinnamon roll was the best cinnamon roll I've had (more like a cinnamon pastry than a roll), you can really tell that they use the highest quality of ingredients to make their food. You can especially tell with the cream cheese icing that's on top of the cinnamon roll. The breakfast sandwich was okay, and lacked flavor. The textures were perfect, and the soft bread complimented the crispy hashbrown and steamed egg. It did lack flavor, however, and I wish they included a take-out option to add the sauce that they have on the tables inside. This sandwich needed ketchup or something as it was bland, but still well made. read more

Kasama - Iced ube latte - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Kasama - Overhyped, Just Okay We went to Kasama at our niece's request--she flew in from the Philippines and wanted to try it. Honestly, it didn't live up to the hype. The food was just okay. Nothing really stood out or felt special enough to justify all the buzz. People say it's always packed--but the place is tiny, so of course it feels that way. Same with the lines--there's just not enough seating inside. Glad we tried it, but it's not somewhere we'd go out of our way to visit again. And honestly, wUwU's cooking is still unmatched--even compared to Kasama. wUwU is the real "Kasama."... read more

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