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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken adobo
    Jasmine T.

    Aside from waiting an hour and a half to get in for breakfast, like a Disney ride, this place did not disappoint. Once you're in its cozy and casual and they operate like a well-oiled machine. Friendly, fast, and furious. There are so many delicious pastries I wanted to try but didn't have enough time. We definitely had to take some home for later and I would do it again, but get even more! The black sesame and ube coconut cold brews were definitely a great way to start. These were perfectly sweetened drinks that hit the spot and satisfied our tummies while we waited for the main events. I would order both again without hesitation. Yum! Ube huckleberry Basque cake - if you're familiar with the Spanish almond tortes, it was very much like that. Crispy outside and dense cake-like inside. The huckleberry balanced out the sweetness of the ube jam. Very nice! Black truffle croissant, one of the best pastries I've had. Filled with Delice de Bourgogne cheese (my fave) and topped with shaved truffles and rock sugar. A very nice play between sweet and savory...but $16! For me, worth the splurge, 100%! Ube coconut ensaymada. I don't care for ensaymada but had to try this one. It's filled with an ube cream and the big difference is that this had a nice crispy crust, soft inside, and no sugary butter "frosting" (which I don't like in a traditional version). Definitely good but I don't have to have it again. Breakfast sandwich with cheddar cheese, soufflé egg, longaniza, and crispy hash brown between a soft sandwich bun. No sauces needed, the flavors stand out themselves. We need to make this at home, guys. One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The hash brown adds some nice crisp to what would otherwise be a soft sandwich. If I did it at home I'd skip the hash brown and just crisp up the buns on a fry pan to save some calories, lol. Tocino and longaniza--Perfectly fried egg over garlic fried rice with tocino and longanisa, served with pickled green papaya and garnished with cilantro, mint, and green onion. Leveled up for sure with a higher cut of pork for the tocino, but the longanisa didn't impress at all. It was not packed with the full flavor of a good sweet, tart and spicy longanisa that I know. It was more tame and westernized which I think didn't do justice to Filipino cuisine. Albeit, I will say that I didn't have that longaniza after effect that longaniza eaters know too well-- you know what I mean! Ok, last but not least -- chicken adobo. Had to have this and so glad I did. This was my favorite dish and I'm going to bring some of what I've learned back to the home kitchen. This is sliced chicken thigh. It looks like it was marinated and then grilled, topped with a nicely balanced adobo sauce and smothered with chicken skin palapa (scallion, ginger, toasted coconut), and a side of pickled green papaya. D-freakn-licious! This was definitely leveled up adobo!!! I regretted not having reservations for their fine dining experience during my short Chicago stay.

    Halo-Halo
    Ida B.

    We chose Kasama, a two Michelin star restaurant to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary, and it was a truly amazing dining experience we will never forget!! Street parking can be a bit challenging, but we were fortunate to find a spot less than a block away. As an added bonus, parking was free as it was on a Sunday. The dining room was cozy with an open kitchen, offering a glimpse of the precision and passion behind every plate, under the careful watch of its chef and owner. Hospitality was impeccable!! The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel at home. The service was a performance in itself. Each course was delivered with impeccable timing, like clockwork, as the staff moved seamlessly in sync that reflected the same level of attention to detail found in every dish. The chef and owner has elevated and interpreted Filipino comfort into an art form. Each of the 13 dishes in the tasting menu beautifully and impeccably presented, and thoughtfully composed. Familiar tastes from home transformed and refined into something truly exceptional. All honoring Filipino cuisine and culture. Our dining experience ended with wonderful surprise and expression of Filipino hospitality. Each guest was given a "baon" of delicious and buttery Ube Huckleberry Basque Cakes to enjoy, along with a copy of the tasting menu as a cherished memento of the celebration. This was more than just a meal. It was a memorable culinary journey to home and the perfect way to celebrate 35 years of marriage. Thank you for this remarkable tribute to Filipino cuisine and a dining experience worthy of its Michelin stars. So proud that Chicago has another Michelin-starred restaurant, and even more proud that it is owned and operated by a Filipino chef who is showcasing our cuisine on the world stage. Bravo!!

    Manila Fog and Maiz Corn Leche
    Alicia M.

    The pastries were good but not good enough to wait in line for. I would place an online pick up order ahead of time and get stuff to-go. Try to place a pick up order as soon as they open, since the wait times can be very long for pick up. I checked at 10am on a Sunday and the order pick up time would've been 1pm. I got there at 10am on Sunday and the line took 2 hours to get seated. You wait in one line for both dine-in and carry-out orders. -- The Ube and Coconut Ensaymada had great texture, almost like a bun and donut hybrid. The cream filling was good but I wish there was more cream inside. -- The Apple Hand Pie was awesome. The filling was almost like a caramelized apple spread, and the outside was flaky and had a crunchy sugar crust on top. -- The Maiz Corn Leche was absolutely decadent and the best thing I had at Kasama. It was so creamy, lightly salted, and had a strong corn flavor. -- The Manila Fog was okay. The tea flavor is strong and the drink was creamy, but the pandan flavor was almost non-existent.

    Taylor B.

    As someone who lived in the area pre-Michelin star days, I'm so grateful to see how much this spot has grown. From coming with barely a crowd and being able to snag a table immediately, to a line forming before open, it's exciting for the business. That being said, the experience is less pleasant than it used to be. Despite the insane crowds, the food and drinks are still superb. My favorites are the longanisa breakfast sandwich (add a hash brown, of course!) and iced ube latte. I recently tried the corn milk latte, which was great, but I'd avoid or get an added espresso shot if you don't like super sweet beverages. Highly recommend ordering ahead for takeout so you can skip the line. However, you have to order right when orders open in the morning, and you still might have to wait a few hour before pickup.

    Padma A.

    I have never waited an hour at any basketball my life but once I got in line I didn't want to leave without seeing what it was about. So they let one person at a time into make their selection and leave big rookie mistake I could have ordered online and avoided the lines was informed later . Picked up egg cheese sandwich, truffle croissant, hash brown , blueberry muffin top and matcha . All were excellent. It's simple decor inside and they have outdoor seating as well . Will certainly come back with the family.

    Ube and Huckleberry Basque Cake
    Amanda K.

    Holy crap. I don't know how to describe this place in just words because words themselves won't do this place justice....if you haven't gone, it is worth every single penny (and time)! We went here on a Thursday at ~11am and waited about 20 minutes to get dine-in seating. The staff members were all very welcoming, despite the amount of people they had to serve. If you are dining in, you must order all of your items in the front before being seated. Be sure to order everything you want, because the pastries might be gone by the time you want to take any to-go! The food was immaculate. The breakfast sandwich tasted like home, and the egg just melted right inside our mouths. The Ube and Coconut "Ensaymada" was another favorite. My partner and I enjoyed every single bite of it, and regretted that we did not get a second one! We weren't too much of a fan for the Black Truffle Croissant, but maybe because we aren't totally into the cheese-inside-croissant type of food. Though, it is a popular pastry, so definitely worth the try! Oh, Hot Yam! was another fan favorite (and honestly ours too) for drinks. The latte was not too sweet, and you could still taste the ube essence with hints of espresso Seating wise, there were limited booth-type of seats. We sat at the bar, but the limited seating explains why there is always a line. Very cute restaurant, and def aesthetically pleasing. We will definitely visit again, and maybe even try the tasting menu for dinner!

    Cream and Berry?
    David M.

    The first thing you need to know is that it's a line to get in. So be prepared. There is an online order option, but that can be a wait as well, however you get to skip the line. With that out the way let's review the food. I started with a pastry (because I had been waiting for an hour plus) I was going to get this cheesecake type. I asked my waitress what she liked and she mention this pastry that's basically has a cream spread and berry spread. So I ordered it. It was pretty good 4/5. Next I had the breakfast sandwich, it was good, but it's very much hyped, and I was not amazed. 4/5 I also took the chicken Adobe and the combo sandwich to go. The combo sandwich was very much OK. The beef was OK. But not great flavor, the longanisa sausage was good. It was smothered in giardinieria again OK 3/5. The chicken Adobe with rice was really tasty imo. Had a good gravy on the the chicken and it had a smoky taste. The rice seem fried, might have liked it more moist, not that it was hard. But this was the best thing I'd give it a 4.5/5. The pastry and chicken Adobe and rice would be the only thing i would order again.

    Cady D.

    Spontaneous visit to Kasama. I've never been here before because all I hear is how long the lines are and that I'll likely be standing in line for two hours so I've just avoided going. We were in the area on a Saturday and it was around 1:30pm, but there was still a small line outside. We debated whether or not to go, and after realizing they take online orders, we just did that so we did not have to wait in the line (which ended up being kind of pointless because there was basically no line around 2:15pm when we went to pick it up). They close at 3pm and their kitchen closes at 2pm, so we were unable to try any of their other food or dine-in. I'm sure their food is great and maybe their other bakery items are better, so I'd love to come back another time in the morning. Maybe I'll change this to a 5-star review. This time, I could only choose from whatever bakery items were left and their coffees, and their online ordering system was inaccurate. When placing my order online, there were things that said were sold out but weren't when I went to the store, and there was one thing that I ordered that ended up being sold out. The employees were kind enough to call us and also ask us when we got there if there's something else I wanted. I got the chocolate chip banana bread, but sort of wished I got something else instead because the banana bread was super average and nothing all that special about it. I guess it makes sense why it was one of the last things left. The iced lattes we got were really good! I love the unique flavor options they have. We tried the black sesame one (didn't taste super strong of black sesame) and the spiced white mocha with Sichuan peppercorn (a bit spicy but not bad). Both intimidated me at first, but they ended up being really tasty and not at all as strange as I was expecting.

    Rupali K.

    Inside is small. I did online ordering of Pastries which was better solution. Even me ordering at 9:05am the pick up time i got was 11:45. Also no message came through when it was ready. When I went for pick up on the time food was ready long back. I made purchase through their partner toast. Vegetarian pastry review out of 5 Ube bisque- 5 Truffle crossiant - 2 - I did notnlike the taste hard to point exact dislike Chocolate raspberry woopie- 4

    Longanisa, egg, and hash brown breakfast sandwich
    Kayla A.

    Kasama was a must-stop on our Chicago trip. We got there at 8:45 on a Thursday morning and were second in line, so I would recommend going during the week instead of the weekends if you're able to. The viral breakfast sandwich was delicious and worth the stop, though I think it would be even better with a pepper jam or aioli on the side. The lumpia were super tasty, and the iced black sesame latte was top tier. The pastries were great too, especially the apple hand pie. I will dream about that thing. My fiancé wasn't a fan of the truffle croissant, but I really enjoyed it. Great service, ambiance, and food overall. I totally get the hype!

    Black truffle croissant
    Diana H.

    My friend recommend this place. I wanted to try while I was visiting Chicago. I was looking forward to it with all the good reviews I read. We went on a Saturday morning. We stood in line around 11am and got sat around 12:15pm. Seems like the long line is due to very small space inside, however once you order your food, it comes out quick. I ordered black sesame latte and their breakfast sandwich. My friend ordered the adobo. Both dishes were tasty and my latte was good. I would recommend coming here if you have time to wait in line. They seem to also take a lot of online orders as there were people coming and going to pick up their orders. If you're visiting, make time for at least 2 hours including wait. I'd definitely come back when I visit again.

    Hannah G.

    Decided to skip the long wait and grab takeout instead, which was a total win! Even though I was a few minutes late for pickup, the food was still delicious. I especially loved that they don't make the drinks until you arrive--it's such a thoughtful touch that keeps the quality high. The rice plate was my favorite over the sandwich, and the drinks were a 10/10 (perfectly sweetened!). The staff were so sweet and handled the rush with total grace. If you're planning a visit, definitely get there early to beat the 1-2 hour lines. I'm already eyeing the pastries for my next visit!

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    Farhat K.

    So all the bakery items lived up to the hype! Let's start with the matcha pandan eclair. Wow, the cream was soft and had such a light texture. It was sweet, and satisfying, with the rice crispy giving it that crunch. The apple hand pie was unreal. You could tell every ingredient used was fresh and high quality. Also, it had the type of flakey nature that elevates these sorts of pies. Ube And Huckleberry Basque Cake did not disappoint. The flavor is very unique and not something you've probably ever had but it's fantastic. Sweet and deep. The blueberry muffin top performs as its namesake, offering the best parts of the muffin.....the muffin top. The sprinkles of sugar gave it a crunchy nature, and the blueberries tasted great. Now for the ehh news which is that the breakfast sandwich is definitely overrated and a little pricey. It tasted like any other breakfast sandwich I've had, and was definitely a little dry. The sausage was okay, nothing worth noting. This sandwich single-handedly stopped the experience from being 5 stars. Still, I'm glad they had a pick up ordering system. Allowed me not to waste time in line for the short duration I was visiting Chicago. If you come here for breakfast and treats, I can highly recommend doing the takeout option and ordering ahead for pickup. If you have lots of time during your visit or live there, then definitely dine in cause the place looked super cool. All in all, the bakery items were worth it 10/10 times. Maybe the other breakfast stuff is good but I didn't get a chance to try it, so hopefully it is!

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    Ask the Community - Kasama

    I've seen a couple of recent reviews saying they came by on a Tuesday but the website says they're not open that day. Can someone clarify?We are passing through Chicago Mon-Tuesday the end mo & was looking forward to picking some goodies up.

    I'm assuming you're referring to their bakery/daytime service and not their reservation only dinner. Unless anything has changed, I don't believe they are open at all on mon/tues

    Wondering what type of meat is in longganisa? Thanks

    Most Filipino longganisa are made with pork, but a variety of it can also be made by chicken & beef

    I plan to visit Kasama on Dec 5 Wednesday before I head out to the airport! what time should I be there with my luggage and all? lol…

    I recommend you preorder your food online for pickup just in case there's a line for dining in. And there probably will be, especially depending on when your flight is. There's always an opportunity to add food to your order when picking up too

    If you had to choose between breakfast or dinner, which would you choose? I know scoring dinner resos are a feat in itself, and ofc both are diff experiences. But visiting CHI and trying to figure out which one to do if we can get resos.

    If you are able to get a reservation for dinner, do it! We chose the breakfast route. it was definitely worth it! Very delicious! Depending on the day the line is usually pretty long even 1 hour before opening!

    Is this kid friendly? Do they have high chairs?

    Is there a dress code at Kasama?

    Nope! I went there right after bouldering with a friend and we were still in our climbing clothes. Everyone else was also in a wide assortment of clothing

    Do you have to wait in long lines just to buy pastries?

    Yes

    What's the recommended time to go on a weekend morning to get ahead of the line? I don't mind waiting, just wanna be in and eating right at 9!

    If you want to be in and eating right when they open on a weekend, you should be there by 8am the LATEST. When I went at 7:00am on the dot I was the first in line, so probs 7-7:30am if you really wanna be first in line. 8:30am is too late in my… Read more

    For the coffee drinks (lattes), do they have non-dairy milk? Almond or coconut milk?

    Yes!

    Can you put the cheesecake and tart in the fridge to save for later or would it not taste as good and get soggy?

    I actually left it on the counter and it was still good the next day for the tart.

    Are kids allowed? My husband and I want to try this restaurant badly and plan to visit Chicago for this however childcare is an issue since we have a 6 year old

    Kids are allowed yes

    Is there a dinner option where you can just order a La carte from the menu instead of participating in the 13 course tasting menu?

    Nope

    How long can you expect to be seated for the 13 course tasting menu?

    Not sure if you mean how long it takes to be seated at your table or how long you're going to be spending there but I will answer both! I was seated immediately upon arrival and I think we spent roughly 2.5 hours there :)

    Are any of their dishes or pastries vegan?

    Hey! Justin. Sorry none of their dishes are vegan/vegetarian Pastries honest not 100% sure if they have vegan options.… Read more

    Is there an outdoor sitting available?

    There was designated outdoor seating for Kasama (more than 2 tables) when I went beginning of June 2022

    They accept solo diners for dinner and how far can reservations be made?

    Reservations are made through an online system, Resy. Just have the notify on for the date that you want and you just wait. Luckily, I was able to get one but setup my Notify on a month in advance. As you as you get that notification, grab it right… Read more

    What is the price of the 13 course fine dining experience?

    We went for a tasting for 2, got 3 drinks and a coffee and our total was $531 without tip.

    Can they accommodate gluten free diet?

    How is the parking situation?

    Augusta is a mix of free and metered parking within immediate walking distance. The interior side streets off of Augusta are permit.

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    Seats are hard to find .. busy spot!

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    Turkey Bacon & Egg Croissant (~$11) w Avocado (~$2)

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    Sugar Moon Bakery - Inside of Focaccia ($5/slice) - harissa cauliflower, caramelized onion, gouda, cheddar, rosemary. Delicious.

    Sugar Moon Bakery

    4.8(111 reviews)
    2.9 miLogan Square

    Glorious. One-of-a-kind. Amazing. Definitely some of the best pastries I've had in Chicago…read morerecently. If you haven't made it over to Sugar Moon yet, it's well worth a trek out of the way! We visited around noon on a Sunday, and after reading the reviews here, I wasn't optimistic there would be many pastries left. Maybe I should play the lottery, because luckily there was no line and a pretty good selection of pastries left. The staff were super friendly and there were so many unique flavors of baked goods. We decided to split several and opted for the blueberry cloud cookie, chai cinnamon roll, banana pudding croissant, espresso cornflake cookie, and potato focaccia. The shop was more of a small take-out operation, so we took the pastries to a nearby park to eat. Everything was absolutely divine! The group favorite was the focaccia- the creamy potatoes and cheese brought a rich flavor that was perfectly balanced by the fluffy bread. The chai roll was perfectly soft and delicately spiced, completed with that soft cream cheese frosting and gooey center we all like to see. My personal favorite was the banana pudding croissant- the dough was so crispy that I'm pretty sure others could hear the bite, and there was a generous amount of filling with fresh bananas and visible vanilla beans in the whipped cream. The espresso cookie was super soft- while I couldn't taste the espresso very clearly, I absolutely *loved* the caramel-coated cornflakes topped with sea salt. Super unique and would definitely order again. Despite their decadent appearances, none of the pastries were too sweet. Already plotting a return visit and can't recommend this shop enough!

    There is a reason this place is soooo popular and has a line out the door right when they open. It…read moreis AMAZING! All their pastries are fresh and made with seasonal ingredients so you will always be getting something new. I got there 30 mins after they opened and had to wait outside for around 15 mins but the line does move fast. There is very limited seating inside so plan to just grab and go. I tried their banana pudding croissant and raspberry scone. The croissant melted in my mouth, it was so flakey and buttery. The raspberry scone was soft and sweet enough. Awesome spot in Logan Square! One of my favorite bakeries in Chicago.

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    Inside of Sweet Brioche ($5.50) - cara cara orange & passionfruit filling. It's nice: the dough is rich and chewy.

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    D'amato's Bakery

    4.3(681 reviews)
    1.2 miNoble Square, Near West Side, West Town
    $$

    Had the chance to try the 36-foot chicken parm sandwich and it was honestly a showstopper. Perfect…read morefor a party or big gathering (who am I kidding, it was just for me and my friend). People were crowding around it as the staff handed it to me--handled with care . The chicken was crispy, the sauce had that classic rich flavor, and the melted cheese tied everything together just right. What I really appreciated was how consistent the quality was from end to end--no soggy spots, and the bread held up beautifully (which is key when you're dealing with something this massive). You can tell they know what they're doing when it comes to Italian bread and hearty sandwiches. I think they have patio seating available when the weather allows, which is a nice option, but it does get crowded. Calling ahead to order is definitely a smart move. Street pay parking up front and around the store

    We visited D'Amato's Bakery around noon on a Sunday, which may have impacted our experience. It was…read moreour first time, and we were excited to try both sandwiches and bakery items. There was a line out the door, which we didn't mind, but things became disorganized when staff asked everyone to move inside. It caused people to lose their place in line, and the ordering process felt very chaotic and rushed. Because it was so crowded, I didn't really get a chance to look at the bakery items and only ended up ordering a cookie and a cannoli. After ordering, we were asked to wait outside for our name to be called. It took about 15-20 minutes for two sandwiches, and the pickup process was also a bit hectic. The chicken parm sandwich was good, but the eggplant parm was underwhelming and had more breading than eggplant. Overall, for about $17.50 per sandwich, the experience didn't quite match the price for me.

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