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I was searching for a place for dinner and I absolutely love Filipino food so with a 4.8 rating my expectations were thru the roof for this place!!! I got the pork adobo and a mango juice and it was AWESOME!! The pork was tender and flavorful and u get quite a generous portion. The service was great as he helped us pick dishes (I already knew what I wanted the second I walked in), but he helped the other person with me. There is a small dining room if u r eating there, 2 tables. Thanks for the great meal!
Such a cute spot for Filo food! I don't know the area well, but after reading some review it seems that there is not much Filipino food in this area of Oregon, so it's great to see such a thriving local business! It is quite small inside, only allowing for 2 families to sit but there are also a few seats outside. Be sure to come before the lunch or dinner rush, as the team is smaller and the wait could be longer for dine in or takeout! The owner was the one to serve us and he was so nice, and explained the menu to us first thing! We got the pancit, lechon kawali and sisig. All very delicious and fresh!
Came in the middle of the day looking for some Filipino Spaghetti and it sure was a great choice to go here! While the inside of the restaurant is small, getting takeout is made easy and the service was great! The cashier was making sure I knew what was on the menu, what I was looking for, and even offered samples! I ended up also getting some Lechon with my Spaghetti and it tasted amazing! I will definitely look to come back here to fulfill some cravings!
I'm pretty picky with Filipino food. Just cause I'm used to home cooked Filipino food, but wanted to see how it is out here in Hillsboro. I must say I'm pretty impressed. I ordered the Laing with the bbq sticks and it smacks. Portion size was perfect Super good, definitely a go to spot when I'm in town.
I had a strong craving for sisig today. This place did not disappoint. Crunchy and flavorful. It was better than places I've had in Southern California. I was on a mission to find traditional sisig and not the kinds advertised from "fusion" places. Kubo delivered this exceptionally well. I'm thankful to be nearby! The service was excellent. The person who took my order spoke about the dishes like they were his art. I was getting excited just placing the order. If you do come by, definitely order sisig and sapin-sapin for dessert! I'd say make this a to-go order as there are only two tables inside, unless it's a less busy lunch time :). I will be back for more flavors! Thank you for you doing what you do!!!
If you like Filipino food, Kubo in Bethany is serving up the best around Portland. In Tagolog, Kubo means hut, and the small inside is decorated to reflect that with two tables. I've been twice and sat outside both times (there's a great toy store across the street!). Rex, the owner, is very welcoming and hospitable, and everything is made to order and worth the wait. A friend who's family is from the Philippines and returns regularly took me and John, and ordered a feast both times: Halo-halo, kare-kare, lechon kawali, pork adobo, lumpia, pancit palabok, and flan. They've all been delicious, but my favorite is the inihaw na liempo, a grilled pork belly. For those preferring vegetarian and vegan options, they serve up several, including laing, or spicy taro leaves in coconut milk, and tofu sisig.
Wow.. really loving seeing more Filipino restaurants in the area! Filipino food is not quite there with other asian cuisines so I am glad Kubo is here showing everyone how good it can be! Kubo in tagalog means hut so the inside decor really reflects that. It's definitely a small space but they have two tables that can probably seat up to 2-6 people comfortably inside. They also seems to have space outdoors but when we came we saw most people just taking it to go. As you enter you are greeted by staff and they are super up front if they are working on something in the back or if there might be some additional time to your order as they work through it. They seem like a small team so loved the heads up. Don't be fooled like us and think only the food shown on their digital menu is what they serve. We made the mistake and only ordered from the screen but all phots on their walls are also items you can order. Will definitely need to get the sisig next time! We ordered the pancit and the lechon kawali and we were full coming out of there! The lechon kawali had a great crunch and love how they have a pickled side like atchara and sauce to dip it in. Gives you a nice vinegary and savory balance to the saltiness of the pork. The pancit portion size was huge as well and we could have saved half but why haha. Before we ended our meal they also gave us some macaron samples they were trying which was so nice. They are also trying out new items like tofu sisig for other folks.
The owner was so kind, patient and explained every dish without hesitation. He went in to detail about every dish even informing us of what wasn't available and why. I didn't take pictures of everyone's dishes cause everyone was starving. The inside searing area was small, 2 tables 4 stools each. But there was also outdoor seating. We went on a cold and rainy day so outside was not an option for us. Everyone in our group loved what they ordered. We were about 8 of us.
Amazing food, real authentic style Philippine food. I'm over at the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers in the City of Portland the headquarters and I'm in training's over there for a whole week. Yeah I'll come by again. Yeah there's other Filipino place but they serve fusion type and not so traditional Pinoy food. Services was very very, very good . Debbie is very nice but quaint. There's two tables that sits eight. Besto to do a takeout. They have tables outside also if you wish to dine in. Pam sit was very delicious and very authentic just like my grandmother would cook in Pampanga Philippines. Pork belly Inihaw was very delicious and very authentic just like my grandmother would cook in Pampanga Philippines. Highly highly highly recommend to eat or even have take . This place is closed on Tuesday though .
This place is a Gem Food is really good, Place is really clean, Owner is so friendly. It's a must try if you're in portland. Will definitely go back to this place.
1 month ago
First things first - this restaurant has a very small seating area with two very small tables. We (3 people) dined in, but I have to assume that almost 100% of their business is takeaway. That said, we were not like sardines in a tin, we were comfortable in the space we had. It is probably relevant, though, to mention that two of the 3 people in our party were very small Filipinas. The entrees were excellent. Those were, in no particular order, lechon, Bicol Express and pork belly. We also got a large side of lumpia, which was not bad, but rather, decidedly average, so it suffered in comparison to the superb entrees. Additionally, they sliced it into small diagonal-cut (think of the way ziti pasta is cut) pieces, which I imagine was done for the sake of presentation, but I didn't find it visually appealing in the least. No matter, it's a mere trifle compared to the overall meal. The Sapin Sapin dessert was also fantastic, and somehow we made room for that after eating the generous entrees. The service was attentive and professional without being overbearing. Definitely coming back here again, and so are the two Filipinas (Tacloban and Mindanao). I think that sums it up neatly, right? read more
23 days ago
We decided to try this place because we wanted something different and were excited after seeing all the good reviews. Unfortunately, our experience started off on the wrong foot because of the customer service. The guy taking our order was not very pleasant and gave us a reluctant vibe from the beginning. When we try a new place, we usually order several different dishes so we can get a good variety of what they have to offer. We ordered three plates, and he asked, "How many people are you ordering for because you already have three plates?" That comment didn't sit right with us, but we let it go. As we continued ordering different items, he made more awkward comments, including, "Are you sure you want that? It's the same thing, just made differently." We honestly didn't understand why he was trying to discourage us from ordering. If someone is willing to pay for the food, why try to talk them out of buying it? It left us feeling very unwelcome. We waited nearly 30 minutes for our food, which we understood because we ordered a good amount. But when the food came out, there were no pleasantries or anything that made us feel welcomed as customers. Unfortunately, the customer service completely overshadowed the experience for us. Customer service is a big pet peeve of mine. If I feel like I'm being treated unpleasantly or made to feel unwelcome, I'm not likely to return. Safe to say, we will not be going back. As for the restaurant itself, it is very small. There were only about two tables inside, along with some outdoor seating, so I would not recommend it for larger groups. Three people would probably be the most comfortable for the indoor space. The food itself was okay. Honestly, I think we may have rated it higher if we had a better experience with the customer service. The two dishes we really enjoyed were the dinuguan and laing. They also give a good portion of rice. Unfortunately, when you combine the food with the customer service and the very limited indoor seating, this just wasn't a place we would return to. **Customer Service: 1/10** **Inside/Seating: 1/10** **Food: 5/10** read more
Ten not five stars! Authentic Filipino food with immense flavor. My husband kept moaning at how good the pork adobo was! And the pancit was the best I've had since I left Hawaii! The owner is also the sweetest man. If you have time (and there is space), sit and chat with him! Warning, there really isn't much seating at all but if you can, we highly recommend you grab a spot if a chair is free because the conversation will be almost as good as the food! read more
I was searching for a place for dinner and I absolutely love Filipino food so with a 4.8 rating my expectations were thru the roof for this place!!! I got the pork adobo and a mango juice and it was AWESOME!! The pork was tender and flavorful and u get quite a generous portion. The service was great as he helped us pick dishes (I already knew what I wanted the second I walked in), but he helped the other person with me. There is a small dining room if u r eating there, 2 tables. Thanks for the great meal! read more
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Such a cute spot for Filo food! I don't know the area well, but after reading some review it seems that there is not much Filipino food in this area of Oregon, so it's great to see such a thriving local business! It is quite small inside, only allowing for 2 families to sit but there are also a few seats outside. Be sure to come before the lunch or dinner rush, as the team is smaller and the wait could be longer for dine in or takeout! The owner was the one to serve us and he was so nice, and explained the menu to us first thing! We got the pancit, lechon kawali and sisig. All very delicious and fresh! read more
Came in the middle of the day looking for some Filipino Spaghetti and it sure was a great choice to go here! While the inside of the restaurant is small, getting takeout is made easy and the service was great! The cashier was making sure I knew what was on the menu, what I was looking for, and even offered samples! I ended up also getting some Lechon with my Spaghetti and it tasted amazing! I will definitely look to come back here to fulfill some cravings! read more
I'm pretty picky with Filipino food. Just cause I'm used to home cooked Filipino food, but wanted to see how it is out here in Hillsboro. I must say I'm pretty impressed. I ordered the Laing with the bbq sticks and it smacks. Portion size was perfect Super good, definitely a go to spot when I'm in town. read more
1 year ago
I had a strong craving for sisig today. This place did not disappoint. Crunchy and flavorful. It was better than places I've had in Southern California. I was on a mission to find traditional sisig and not the kinds advertised from "fusion" places. Kubo delivered this exceptionally well. I'm thankful to be nearby! The service was excellent. The person who took my order spoke about the dishes like they were his art. I was getting excited just placing the order. If you do come by, definitely order sisig and sapin-sapin for dessert! I'd say make this a to-go order as there are only two tables inside, unless it's a less busy lunch time :). I will be back for more flavors! Thank you for you doing what you do!!! read more
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If you like Filipino food, Kubo in Bethany is serving up the best around Portland. In Tagolog, Kubo means hut, and the small inside is decorated to reflect that with two tables. I've been twice and sat outside both times (there's a great toy store across the street!). Rex, the owner, is very welcoming and hospitable, and everything is made to order and worth the wait. A friend who's family is from the Philippines and returns regularly took me and John, and ordered a feast both times: Halo-halo, kare-kare, lechon kawali, pork adobo, lumpia, pancit palabok, and flan. They've all been delicious, but my favorite is the inihaw na liempo, a grilled pork belly. For those preferring vegetarian and vegan options, they serve up several, including laing, or spicy taro leaves in coconut milk, and tofu sisig. read more
4 years ago
Wow.. really loving seeing more Filipino restaurants in the area! Filipino food is not quite there with other asian cuisines so I am glad Kubo is here showing everyone how good it can be! Kubo in tagalog means hut so the inside decor really reflects that. It's definitely a small space but they have two tables that can probably seat up to 2-6 people comfortably inside. They also seems to have space outdoors but when we came we saw most people just taking it to go. As you enter you are greeted by staff and they are super up front if they are working on something in the back or if there might be some additional time to your order as they work through it. They seem like a small team so loved the heads up. Don't be fooled like us and think only the food shown on their digital menu is what they serve. We made the mistake and only ordered from the screen but all phots on their walls are also items you can order. Will definitely need to get the sisig next time! We ordered the pancit and the lechon kawali and we were full coming out of there! The lechon kawali had a great crunch and love how they have a pickled side like atchara and sauce to dip it in. Gives you a nice vinegary and savory balance to the saltiness of the pork. The pancit portion size was huge as well and we could have saved half but why haha. Before we ended our meal they also gave us some macaron samples they were trying which was so nice. They are also trying out new items like tofu sisig for other folks. read more
3 years ago
The owner was so kind, patient and explained every dish without hesitation. He went in to detail about every dish even informing us of what wasn't available and why. I didn't take pictures of everyone's dishes cause everyone was starving. The inside searing area was small, 2 tables 4 stools each. But there was also outdoor seating. We went on a cold and rainy day so outside was not an option for us. Everyone in our group loved what they ordered. We were about 8 of us. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Amazing food, real authentic style Philippine food. I'm over at the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers in the City of Portland the headquarters and I'm in training's over there for a whole week. Yeah I'll come by again. Yeah there's other Filipino place but they serve fusion type and not so traditional Pinoy food. Services was very very, very good . Debbie is very nice but quaint. There's two tables that sits eight. Besto to do a takeout. They have tables outside also if you wish to dine in. Pam sit was very delicious and very authentic just like my grandmother would cook in Pampanga Philippines. Pork belly Inihaw was very delicious and very authentic just like my grandmother would cook in Pampanga Philippines. Highly highly highly recommend to eat or even have take . This place is closed on Tuesday though . read more
3 years ago
This place is a Gem Food is really good, Place is really clean, Owner is so friendly. It's a must try if you're in portland. Will definitely go back to this place. read more
3 years ago
It's been a while since I've had Filipino food this good from a restaurant! For context -- my family and I are from Eugene, but my mom grew up in the Philippines and is a chef, and she LOVED the food (which is rare). Immediately walking in, we were welcomed by the friendly man behind the counter, and the delicious smells coming from the kitchen behind him reminded us of our own home cooking. The space is small, offering just 2 tables inside the building, but there is plenty of seating outside within the plaza. We were sure to order a lot because we wanted to try everything. The adobo was spot on -- perfectly seasoned and great with the pancit. I wanted to try the vegan option as well, which had surprisingly great flavor, though the texture was a tad underwhelming to me. The vegetable egg roll and lumpia was delicious. The lechon was crispy and great dipped in vinegar. We left with full tummies and a new must-visit lunch spot when we come back to Portland! read more
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Family-owned | Delicious | A PDX gem **Tip: make sure to order about 30-40 minutes before you really plan on eating because they need time to make your order. We drove from Wilsonville on a weekday, in traffic, to do takeout. Yes, that also means we sat in traffic heading home, which totaled to be an hour-long trip to enjoy this delicious Filipino food. WORTH IT. It's like you're eating in a family's kitchen. It tastes home-cooked and really makes me miss my grandmother's cooking. Since we live kinda far, we knew we had to place a big order so we could enjoy as much as we could. Ube Jam -- sweet and is so delicious. A must for ube lovers Pork BBQ - comes with rice and lumpia Caldereta - beef stew Pancit bihon - noodles with some veggies Lumpia - crispy and addicting If you love ube, please try their ube jam. I'm obsessed with their jam and couldn't put my fork down. My toddler loves ube anything too. The BBQ pork came on a skewer and had lots of fat, so I'm guessing it's pork belly. The flavor is SO good. Caldereta reminds me of how my grandmother used to make it. Pancit bihon is another great classic I grew up with. I like that it's not too salty. Lumpia!! :drool: If you're craving lumpia, do yourself a favor and order it here! Crispy bites and hard to stop eating these. It's not really a dine-in place. You can eat outside. I saw much more on their daily special menu when I arrived to pick up my order compared to what was on their website. It's good to know because they offer various dishes! I'm quite thankful this place exists. We will be coming back! read more
3 years ago
Recommend entirely. Rex took the time to explain and dissect every one of the dishes Kubo serves. I'm getting the Pork Sisig at medium heat and am scared of how spicy it is going to be. Delicious? I have no doubt in my mind it will be. Enjoy a Calamansi juice drink while you're here, too. Will return. read more
10 months ago
3 years ago
As usual the place is very tidy. Food smells good and taste better than ever . Service was explicitly great. I recommend this place worth a visit. This I my fav in portland read more
Not having much Phillipino food options available in the area, we have been thinking about coming to this place for a while and we really glad that we did! The shop has couple small tables inside, think of it more as a Cafe setting, along with some standing tables outside. The owner is super passionate about his food, explaining in details on the origins, how he came up with some of the home recipes, difference in types of soy sauce or vinegar that they use, different specials... Etc. Super friendly and even gave our kiddos some cute quality stickers. The food, wow, pairs so well with the sauces that comes with the dish. Lechon was crispy and done well, he provided the oragon sauce that is a tribute to the region his dad grew up, added a whole different taste to the lechon, and the side salad/radish is also very tastefully prepared, giving balance to the meat. Pancit was solid, a bit blend but this is where the sauces come in and made it great. BBQ chicken is on the sweeter side which the kiddos loved, we added the spiced vinegar to change the flavor a bit, the lumpia is crispy and delicious. Lastly the pinoy style spaghetti, tastes like chili (hotdog and salami) with spaghetti and cheese, which was a big hit with the kiddos. We had no room for dessert, we'll need to try the halo halo and flan next time along with other dishes we would love to try (sigsig pork), can't wait to return! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I'm from Los Angeles, and I feel I have had access to great Filipino food and was so stoked to find Kubo! Rex provides delicious traditional Filipino food and even takes the time to explain dishes to people who are not familiar with our foods. This place it's a MUST go! read more
1 year ago
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4 years ago
Nothing will ever compare to mama's cooking (all Filipino's know this) but, this place hit. Being a flight away from home, I was able to satisfy the craving at Kubo Small, family-owned spot - good comforting food. Trinkets from the Philippines decorate the walls - conversations in tagalog overheard from the kitchen. Feels like home (: read more
2 years ago
Everything there reminds me of my childhood. The food is so authentic! Also, don't miss out on the halo halo!!! Service is always so impeccable! Love being treated like family here. read more
2 years ago
The food is extremely delicious and traditional flavors! Rex provides a traditional menu to bring the best flavors and focuses on high quality food and top notch customer service! I ordered the Chicken Pancit and got to try the Dinuguan and it's all so flavorful! Stop in and give Rex an opportunity to give you a great experience . Thanks again Rex for the awesome lunch. read more
What a cozy spot that has great food and service! Seating inside is tight and plenty of seating outside, behind the building has a lot more. My friend and I were welcomed by the employee, who was helpful in giving recommendations and friendly too. Food came out faster than anticipated as it was lunch rush. Ordered lechon plate and pork belly inihaw. My friend likes the lechon, the skin had good crunch and my pork belly inihaw was really good. The flame broiled pork belly had a good tangy marinade which went well with the rice. The pickled papaya (atchara) was good too, next time will ask for more. You can see, smell, and taste the food that this restaurant serves, they take pride in their work! read more
4 years ago
Cute lil restaurant, I love the decor! This place only has two indoor tables but there are outdoor seating that are shared with other businesses. I ordered the lumpiang shanghai plate and my bf got the lechon kawali plate. I love the sauce that comes with the lumpia! I don't know if it's homemade or not, but it's not too sweet and it went well with the dish. I also love that they included a side of pickled veggies in your meal for balance. If you dine in, there are sauces in front of you: shoyu, patis, and spiced vinegar. I used the vinegar but it was not spiced at all, I wished there were more cili put into it like how it traditionally is. A lady took our order and she was really nice! She grabbed our drinks for us as well although we were sitting right next to the fridge. I would come back and try other dishes as well! read more
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