Got the tocino and longganisa breakfast--overall just okay, nothing super memorable. The poppy seed dessert was the standout for me. The ube basque leaned a bit too sour for my taste. The calamansi lemonade was also pretty sour at first, but actually tasted better once the ice melted and toned it down. 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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Dinner Reservations were a daily battle to get. The open 30 days ahead at 9am. Excellent staff that try to get to know you and explain the elevated Filipino dishes. As a person who has eaten these dishes throughout their childhood I was excited to see where the flavors could be taken and I was not disappointed. I was especially blown with the traditional sinigang which is typically know for it's sour tamarind flavor, being made into a shrimp toast. Even if this place didn't have a Michelin star I would recommend it as everything was excellent. Pricing is steep so unfortunately we would only go during special occasions. 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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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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First time trying a Michelin restaurant my friend recommended it and I didn't know how popular it was 'cause of the Bear TV show. This place was had a long line at around 10am on a weekend. We waited for about an hour, so that was probably not a bad wait for it being so popular. We order at the front and got a table. For how busy the line was to get in, it wasn't so busy when we sat to eat. It made it feel like it wasn't crowded inside, and didn't feel rushed either. Service was great. Our server was friendly and helpful. We ordered the tocino and longanisa meat. Taste definitely had the essence. The garlic rice was on point and longanisa. The tocino had the essence of Filipino. To truly get the authentic taste you'd have to have more sugar in it. The calamansi juice was great, it had the ripe calamansi flavor. My friend tried the coffee flavored one which was tasty too. Lumpia was good, it was on point with the flavor. Nice interior dining space, it was a small place but didn't feel too cozy. Macaron was good! 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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We ordered for pickup on a Sunday morning. I thought ordering started at 9am, but it turns out it doesn't -- I placed our order around 8:50am, and it wasn't ready until 11:30am. When we arrived, we were able to walk right in. They actually make the sandwiches fresh when you get there, which is nice. We grabbed our pastries and sandwiches and took them to a nearby park about 5 minutes away to eat. We tried the Longanisa breakfast sandwich with added hashbrowns -- so good! Definitely ask for a side of vinegar with it. For pastries, we got the chocolate tart and the sticky bun, both delicious, though the tart was my favorite. I can't wait to go back and try more! I'm not sure I'd wait two hours in the cold, but it's 100% worth ordering ahead for. read more

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Ok, I definitely see the hype now. I finally finally made it to Kasama with a friend visiting from LA, and we were blown away by the breakfast longasnisa Sammie (with hash browns added). We did indeed have to wait just over an hour on a Friday in the late morning hours, but we thought it was worth it. In hindsight since we didn't actually dine-in here, it would've made more sense to order a to-go order online and pick it up, but we made the rookie mistake of not doing that. We were short in time and had to make it to the Cubs game that day, otherwise we would've dined din. We also tried one of the apple fritter bakery goods as well as this Ube one which we thought was even better! Definitely want to come back again to dine in and try all the other amazing meals they have to offer. read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

While on a Business Trip in Chicago, I heard a lot about Kasama, a Michelin Restaurant with Filipino Dishes. I came for breakfast during the week and was lucky that there was not a long line. I ordered the Longanisa Breakfast Sandwich and a few pastries. Food came out fast, the Pastries were boxes and delivered to my table. The Longanisa Sandwich was delicious! Of the pastries I ordered, the Matcha Pandan Eclair was my favorite, it had macapuno ( sweet coconut filling) in it. The table next to me had the filipino "silog" breakfast with longanisa and tocino; which was beautifully plated. Indoor dining seems small, but clean, servers were very attentive. Prices are a tad high, but kinda expected for dining at a Michelin restaurant. Got to try it at least once. read more

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I would say the only downside is that this place has an insanely crazy line and things sell out really fast. The way to get around that is to place an online order - which we did the second time around - and do that probably 2-3 hours ahead of when you actually want to eat. I'm not sure if that means I should detract a star from this rating, but I do think the food itself was really solid. We lined up on a Friday lunch time and had to wait ~1.5 hours before getting seated. The breakfast sandwiches were insane the first time we had them - we added hash browns inside the sandwiches (at one of our friend's suggestions) and it was really good. The second time we had it it was really good still but did lose a bit of that wow factor, so frankly I'm not sure how biased I am because of how hungry we were the first time we went. The pastries are also really well made and there are so many different flavors to try. I will say seating (especially a larger group) may be tough - we had to do bar seating for our group the first time. The second time, we ordered it to go and ate on the benches outside. read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were looking for some unique pastries and saw this Filipino spot recommended quite a bit. We'd read that the lines can get pretty long, so even though we went on a weekday, we didn't want to take any chances and placed an online order instead. When we arrived around 11:15 am, there were about 15 people waiting outside. There is no cover, rain or shine. Luckily, with our online pickup, we were able to walk right in. There is only an entry/exit-- once you're inside, you just let someone know your order number, and they'll bring it to the counter within a couple of minutes. The space itself is small, with a few tables on the left and a pastry display up front. There's also a restroom to the right. We ordered a few different pastries to try. Honestly, though, they were overpriced for the quality. The presentation was nice, but the flavors didn't stand out, especially given the premium price point. Maybe because there aren't many Filipino-inspired bakeries in Chicago, the prices are higher -- but in my opinion, the taste just didn't live up to the hype. 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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Talk about hype. I've been hearing about this breakfast sandwich for years and I finally got my hands on one. Kasama is a Michelin star Filipino restaurant in downtown Chicago that is known specifically for their breakfast. If you come, be prepared to wait in a line outside. Even though there was a decent line on a Friday at noon, we didn't wait longer than about a half hour to sit down (there were 2 of us). They have the waiting game down to a science. There is also an option to carry out if you're short on time and can't wait in the line. When you get to the front, you're able to order at the counter. They have a delicious pastry and coffee selection in addition to their breakfast menu. They will end up giving you a table and shortly after- you're ready to feast! FYI they say breakfast sandwiches are only until noon but I was able to get one at 12:05 ;) We got the lumpia and breakfast sandwich. Lumpia were filled and delicious. The sauce that comes with it is an elevated version of the sweet and sour you get with an egg roll at your local Chinese takeout. The star was undoubtedly the breakfast sandwich. Make sure you get the WORKS. The way the crunch and saltiness from the hashbrown and the longanisa compliments the softness of the bun and the airiness from the egg.... It's a perfect sandwich. A flavor explosion with each ingredient adding a different dimension. I will be coming back for seconds. I definitely want to try their creative coffee and pastry menu too! Also, dinner is on my bucket list. Try this Chicago staple! KASAMA will make you feel at home read more

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Kasama is a Filipino food and pastry. We went in the morning because this place is very well-known in Chicago. We basically came and there's already a long line. Once they open, a staff member will allow one by one to enter due to small space. We are glad we have a chance to seats. I love the fried rice with any meat if your choice and all pastry we ordered. You can make a reservation for dinner to get experience. read more

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I placed an order online for a pick up and when I went to pick it up, I picked up a couple extra pastries and a T-shirt while I was there. That sandwich is everything that people say it is and more. This truffle croissant that I got was life-changing and for someone who's never had ube that also was just unbelievable. There's always a line so I knew I wanted to place a pick up order and the service was excellent. Everyone was nice attentive and quick seem like everybody was working together too. As someone who has been in this industry for over 25 years and teaches now about the industry this is really what you wanna see for future. Thank you for doing what you do. Unfortunately I ate the sandwich and pastries with friends, and we literally housed everything so fast. We forgot to take pictures which was ridiculous, but it is what it is. read more

Kasama - Merch - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This spot was definitely worth the hype!! We went here on our trip to chicago and knew we had to try this spot to support the culture and community. we tried two of the longonisa breakfast sandwiches, lumpia's, huckleberry ube basque cake, chocolate boston pastry. we got there at about 8:15AM- 45 minutes before they opened and there was already about five people in mind. I thought it would've been better and more worth it to get there before they open and be one of the first guest to order rather than wait over an hour and a half just to get in. It was definitely worth the 45 minute wait. I would definitely suggest this spot. read more

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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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The food was amazing!!! Although the line was a crazy long wait, the staff were friendly and accommodating. They had seating outside that was nice because the restaurant is pretty small. read more

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Man fantastic! Came on a weekday at like 1 or something and no line so that's always fun. Took a few minutes to order at the counter and then we were seated. Got the lumpia as an app. That was quite good. Obviously had to try the breakfast sandwich and that was very taste. The sausage had so much flavor and the hashbrown was nice and crispy. Finally, they have so many dessert choices, we got an ube one and it was delicious! Highly recommend and can't way to come back. read more

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Delicious breakfast place! Must stop in Chi!Unless you want to wait in a line for quite a while to eat in, would recommend ordering online. There's still quite a line of people picking up to go orders so be prepare to wait a few minutes. Food was great, the pork adobo and breakfast sandwiches were tasty, and all the lattes we tried were made well. They do wait until you get there to make the coffee so it doesn't melt or get cold which is nice. The pastries are the best here, we had a combination and found them all great. They're just a little different than you would expect, but in a good way! read more

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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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First time in Chicago and heard about the rave here so I had to try it for myself. Unfortunately we didn't get any of the entrees that I'm sure they're known for but the bfast sandwich was good. Very cloudy texture eggs and crispy hash browns. The pastries were my favorite. The apple hand pie was so good! Love how flaky and soft it was. The ube & blueberry basque cake was tart tasting and less ube flavor. Hibiscus tea was delicious. Got there just before noon and it was about 45 mins wait. Service was great. We waited about 15 minutes to be sat. Very small inside but there's a full bar. Love all the plants inside it felt like plant garden. read more

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Delicious and totally worth the hype. I've always wanted to try Kasama but on my previous trips to Chicago just never found the time. However, on my most recent trip I had a free day and decided to take advantage by finally trying this spot. I ordered online on a Friday at around 10 am and was told my order would be ready at around noon. So definitely factor in a long wait when deciding when to place your order! Honestly though, I appreciate that they are spacing out the pick up times based on their capacity. I arrived at around 11:45 and there was a long line outside for folks who wanted to dine in. However if you ordered online you just walk in and let the host know. Pick-up was super fast and I took it back to my hotel. I got three things which were: - The longanisa breakfast sandwich with a hashbrown added. This was amazing!!! The sausage was so flavorful and the egg so fluffy. I was really happy that I added the hashbrown as well as it was nice and crispy. - The ube huckleberry tart: so good, not too sweet and just comforting. Would order again. - The banana tart: also delicious! If you like bananas, you'll like this dessert. It is sweet but at the same time feels pretty balanced and also has caramel. I would definitely go back and order a ton more in the future. Definitely worthy of all the praise and worth going out of your way for. read more

Kasama - Breakfast sandwich 10/10 - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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If you ever go to Chicago... STOP BY KASAMA!! I'm still thinking about their longanisa breakfast sandwich to this day lol. I learned from the Yelp reviews here to order online to avoid a long 1-2 hour wait. Super thankful for that tip because it definitely worked out. We had to delay our visit by a day because on the first day, even though we attempted placing the order at 10am only for the earliest pick up time to already be closer to 1pm lol. Granted it was Lollapalooza weekend, but I'd definitely recommend looking into placing the order as soon as they open. When we arrived for the pick up, we breezed by the line and grabbed our food that was already ready. The line was extremely long so I was thankful for not needing to stand in the heat! We got a selection of other pastries and they were all a hit! I think the only thing that I was slightly disappointed in was the drinks. The breakfast sandwich was by far the best item, it was sweet and savory in all the right places. read more

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When I told people I was moving to Chicago this was the first spot that was recommended to me (by a fellow Yelper)!! Finally got around to trying it out and I'm so glad we did!! The best way to order here is definitely to order online. The orders open at 8:45am daily and you definitely need to make sure to be ready to place it immediately. We clicked submit at like 8:46 and were told that it would be a 40 minute wait to pick up (on a Wednesday morning). When we got to the restaurant around 9:30 there was a line down the block and inside was packed. Pick up was easy at the counter - we got to skip the line and they made our iced togo drinks fresh for us. We ended up sitting on some benches that were at the corner behind the restaurant - definitely recommend doing this if you have time so you can enjoy your meal fresh! We ordered so many things. We got the breakfast sandwich with longanisa, egg, cheese, and hashbrowns, the Filipino breakfast plate, the matcha eclair, truffle croissant, elderberry and ube cake, and ube and coconut bun/pastry (I don't remember all the names exactly). I will say, the breakfast sandwich was good but not amazing. Would definitely recommend getting the Filipino breakfast plate combo instead of this. It came with longanisa and bbq pork which was so delicious. The garlic rice that came with the plate was also so fluffy and perfect with the meat. I really enjoyed all of the pastries, except the truffle croissant. I'm not a huge fan of truffle to begin with so I expected that. The matcha eclair was really lovely and sweet, and I really liked the ube and coconut bun. We also got the oh hot yam! iced coffee and the tamarind matcha latte. Both were so delicious - I don't drink coffee much but I definitely would order that one again. The matcha latte was citrusy and sweet, and with oat milk it was really creamy and the perfect bev to follow our meal. Next time, I would definitely order ahead again on a random weekday and get the Filipino breakfast and maybe one of the pastries. Overall, everything we got was good and I would recommend! read more

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Kasama deserves all its flowers because I would fly back to Chicago tomorrow just to be able to have a bite of their food again. Our first time coming here we waited in line for about an hour but got sat immediately once inside. The decorations were super cute and made for great pictures. Not to mention the great service where we were constantly being checked on. First, we got the ham and cheese danish which was perfectly flaky and satisfied a more savory pallet. Next, we were pleasantly surprised by the ube and huckleberry basque cheesecake that was not too sweet and had a great filling to crust ratio. Last but not least, we got the longanisa egg and cheese sandwich and added a hash brown. With no dramatics at all, this was the most life changing sandwich we have ever had. The longanisa was perfectly sweet and paired well with the fluffy egg. Not to mention the crunch that the hash brown added. 2 days later we came back and ordered 8 more online for take out (we learned our lesson) to take back home to California. That hash brown was still somehow crunchy hours and hours later. Lastly we also got the truffle croissant to go which reminded us exactly of those white asian rice crackers with the sugar on top. This place is a must try if you are going to Chicago! read more

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The breakfast sandwich is absolutely delicious but I'm not sure if it's worth the 3 hour wait. I think you can find other delicious sandwiches for a less wait time in my opinion. Also pro tip, order it ahead of time for pick up and avoid the wait. Theres benches and cute parks you can go and sit down to eat instead of the inside of the restaurant. read more

I was finally able to try this neighborhood staple and TikTok famous restaurant. Countless days, I drive by and see people rain and snow outside braving the line. On this occasion, I wanted to treat myself to breakfast so I look to see if they still had to- go available on their website. Note that option is not always available. I was in luck and able to order my breakfast and sweets to go. On this occasion, I ordered the breakfast sandwich to go, which contains a special sausage (longanisa), egg and cheese. I also ordered some sweet treats to go for later in the day or in the next day. I had read that the people recommended ordering the side hash brown to go with their sandwich but because I had some hashbrowns from Trader Joe's at the house, I just went ahead and put that in the air fryer. Upon arrival, the line was definitely at least 30 people deep. I was happy to be able just to grab my order after finding metered parking nearby. I was able to just grab my bag and head back home. After adding my hashbrown to my sandwich I did go ahead and dive right in. I will say that I had very high hopes for this and I didn't love it. There were elements of it that I really liked, but overall it's not something I would order again. On the sweets side, I ordered Ube and Huckleberry cake. In addition I ordered a cardamom bun which was delicious. I ended up eating the cardamom bun later in the day and it was fantastic and I would hands-down order that again and again and again. I ended up eating the Ube and Huckleberry basque cake the next day for breakfast. It held up really well. I ended up heating it in the microwave with a wet paper towel for 45 seconds and added some fresh strawberries after which made it for a well rounded breakfast That accompanying my homemade brewed coffee deliciously. All in all, I would say it's a really good restaurant. I would give the pastries five out of five stars. I would give the breakfast sandwich 3.5 stars out of five. Maybe it was the texture of the egg it just wasn't doing it for me also I felt the sausage was extra greasy and I'm familiar with this type of sausage. I would come back for the pastry items any day there's not a line or that I can get do an order to-go. I would also like to try their dinner service as I am a huge fan of Filipino food as I have several Filipino people in my family so I'm very familiar with this cuisine and even know how to make a lot of the dishes that they serve so Will come back to try the dinner menu. Overall 4.25 out of 5 star experience and I'm sure it can just go up from here for the dinner service. read more

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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

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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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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 - 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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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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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

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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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