After golf my buddy and I decided to grab some lunch - I was undecided so I left it up to him. He was in the mood for Filipino Food and I was down. I've never been to Pinoy Grill but he has and said it was good. It took me 1 second to pick as I wanted Chicken BBQ. It comes with two chicken bbq on stick marinated in citrus juice, soy sauce, garlic and onions. The combo comes with 2 lumpia egg-rolls, pancit and rice. The bbq was made to order which is great as it won't be dry. The marinade was good and had that nice char/caramelized sauce. The size was not bad and the amount of rice and pancit was perfect. The lumpia was your typical size and very crunchy. As mentioned, it was made to order but the food came pretty quickly. We ate in and the other customers were enjoying their food. The place is cozy. Overall, very good. I wanted to get dessert but decided to pass this time but I'm sure I'll be back and when I do, I'll get some dessert. read more

Pinoy Grill - Chicken BBQ Combo - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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First off, service was great! I told the dude at the register that it was my first time and he was super quick to explain what the family of three should be trying out. After explaining that my family doesn't have a huge appetite, he recommended the party tray for two. It came with a siobao, eggrolls, pork and chicken skewers plus two varieties of noodles. I was also recommended balbacua, which is a kind of soup with beef cartilage I ended up really liking. Full disclosure, if you're not a fan of cartilage, you're better off staying away from this soup. Our tray took a good amount of time to be assembled. Since I don't have any experience with real Filipino restaurants, I don't have a frame of reference to how long it should take, so I won't comment too much more other than that it took a GOOD amount of time for food to come out. But once it did, it was good! Both my daughter and I were big fans of most of what was on the tray. Noodles, eggrolls and chicken skewers were universally liked by all three of us. I liked the char smokiness that was added to the pork skewer. The only thing I didn't quite like was the deep fried siobao, which is a giant, deep fried meat bun. We're all very familiar with same types buns offered by different cultures like China, Korea and Japan. But all these are steamed buns, not deep fried. It's always dangerous when you deep fry food due to the possibility of it coming out super oily and greasy, especially if you use old oil. Maybe this was the case, maybe not. Either way, it was too greasy for our taste. It was a beautiful day, so we decided to sit in the porch area. I think the ambiance would the a lot better after sun sets. The issue I had during my visit was bees. Lots of bees. By the time we were done with the meal, I must have had around 10 bees around us. Next time, I'll be opting to sit inside. I'm pretty sure there will be a next time, though I'll likely be alone to try other menu items. read more

8/30/26 update: I've been to the brick and mortar before but this is for their food truck that just so happened to be in my area. So, there are not a lot of Filipino restaurants in the Woodridge area, so I was astonished to see wave after wave of Filipinos coming out of nowhere. I don't even see that many when I go to the local Filipino restaurants or small shops lol. I think we waited about 20 mins to get to the window. We ordered the pork adobo combo, one fried siopao, and lumpia. The fried siopao is a perfect 5 out of 5. It was crispy, soft when you opened it up, and the meat was very flavorful. The lumpias were crunchy and not heavy. The pork adobo combo was a bit disappointing. Some of the meat could have been a bit more tender, I don't like chewy meat. The pancit was just mid. It wasn't as tasty as some of the other ones I've had. I would have liked it if they used garlic rice or had the option for that. Overall rating is still 4 out of 5. read more

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This is a small Filipino restaurant that serves some delicious Filipino food! You order at the counter then grab the food when it's ready. Due to the size of this platter we got, it definitely took a bit of time but the wait was worth it. The grilled pork belly was my favorite part. It was delicious and the sauces they used to marinate the meats were sweet and made you want to keep eating. There were outdoor dining areas as well. Great place with great food! read more

Pinoy Grill - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Wow, this is an updated review. It is because this is following two weeks of eating there twice and eating in the actual restaurant. Prior to this I had only done takeout or carryout. So this is located in strip mall and there is ample parking even though it is shared. I did come on a weeknight for dinner with some out-of-town friends and luckily there was no wait and no line. This was their first time here, and they absolutely love the food, and it also helps that they are born and raised in the Philippines Second time was for a random Saturday afternoon lunch and there were definitely people here already eating however luckily there were still a couple tables left over for our group. Again, it was great to order here and eat here. The staff is always super friendly, even though I haven't consistently seen someone working here. This is definitely a go to spot with authentic food. And something that stands out is their lumpia Shanghai has better flavor than the one at seafood city and has a lot more pork. read more

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My husband and I decided to stop in for lunch on a Sunday, we've wanted to try this place for a while and finally did. Both of us wanted the full experience so we ordered the biggest platter which contained, Bangus sisig, grilled and marinated pork belly, chicken and pork skewers,lumpia, rice and pancit. Everything was delicious and it felt good eating with our hands. For dessert, we enjoyed two halo halos because it was a perfect ending to a great Filipino feast! read more

Pinoy Grill - Bangus Sisig Platter - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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I love that the combos come with rice and pancit when you order your meat. I got the adobo chicken which was flavorful but I honestly liked my husband's bbq pork more! I'd definitely get that next time. Service is friendly but will say that it takes a while to get your food. They do get a lot of large families coming in though so just be prepared to wait. Overall, still good from when I came here 3 years ago! read more

Pinoy Grill - Pork BBQ Combo - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Really good Philippine street food. They were very accommodating with our bigger group of 6 people and let us move some tables together. It was a little cold right by the door, but it is casual enough where we felt totally fine going out to the car and getting a lap blankie. Lol- yes I keep one in the trunk! Ordered a little of everything. Egg rolls were great and I loved the tamarind soup. My favorite were the chicken skewers. read more

Pinoy Grill - Platters of goodness - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Tried this place during restaurant week. It's pretty small and basic, with about 6 tables inside and outside seating available. You order at the register or you can get served at your table. We chose to order at the register, and they gave us a buzzer when the food was ready. The restaurant week menu was $19, and it came with soup, pork or chicken Skewers, a couple mounds of rice, noodles, and 5 egg rolls. Dessert was also included which was a banana roll and Ube ice cream. The food was really good. The quantity was just right, although I could have gone for a few more egg rolls, and maybe a third pork on a stick. The staff were very polite and helpful, and although all the tables were full, it was still quiet in the restaurant. I got a pitcher of water for the three of us, which was complementary. You can get cans of soda as well. Small bathrooms, but very clean. Overall, I liked the place a lot, and if I'm ever in the neighborhood again, I shall return. read more

Pinoy Grill - Dessert was excellent. - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Came here with a group of 6 for the boodle fight. My friend highly recommends this place. The food was not warm and I like my food to be served hot. The set up was beautiful but lacked some seasoning. I've had Filipino food before and this was just ok to me. This place is about a hour away from me so I definitely can find something closer . The halo halo was terrible (not sweet at all) . Service was good . Overall it was an ok experience but I don't need to drive one hour for it. read more

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Last time I was in town I ate here with my parents but my sister was not able to try it so naturally this visit I came back with her. Ordered pretty much the same foods only a little less since there was not as many in our party this time. Everything was delicious as usual and my sister loved it too. Again the staff were friendly and welcoming making it feel like you're eating at a relatives place instead of a restaurant. That kind of service really makes it cozy and comforting. Needless to say - we'll all be back again and again! read more

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We came here for some Filipino food. My nephew was craving authentic Filipino Food and we found this place. Drove 1 hour it! So worth it!! The food is delicious, the presentation is amazing. Worth it. Service is also really good. There is plenty of parking and if when the weather is actually nice, they have an outdoor tables. We killed the food. We are not local but highly recommend this locally owed Filipino restaurant. read more

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Our party of 16 had a great time tonight at the boodle fight. The boodle fight was being set up just as we got there and was ready by our reservation time. The food was nostalgic of Filipino family parties and was plenty for our group. I liked the selection much more than another boodle fight I had attended in the city. I worked with Chris in both reserving and the event tonight. He made it very easy as we corresponded by email and then final confirmation by phone. I would be back again! read more

Pinoy Grill - Inside holiday decorations - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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I was pleasantly surprised to find Pinoy Grill food truck at Lynfred Winery tonight. We tried the #1 combo platter with rice, pancit, BBQ sticks and lumpia. The BBQ sticks were tender and full of flavor and sauce that tastes good with the rice. The plate was enough for us to share. As someone else shared in a review, the pancit lacked flavor but was cooked well. I don't like overcooked noodles and these were just right. I loved the energy and gratitude of the server at the window. I look forward to finding them again and trying other combos. The crispy siopao looks so good too. read more

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Yummy food for a take out party. Had the pigs blood, cerviche fish, sisig fish, chicken kabobs, pork belly, white rice. Came in the aluminum party trays. A regular spot for the family gatherings. read more

Cozy little place to eat BUT it gives it that warm welcoming family feel. And that's how you're treated each second you spend there. I first discovered this place from their food truck when they stopped at the VA and the food from the truck and here are both masarap! Presentation for everything all great and delicious. I love that they serve foods in huge family portions and the desserts all amazing read more

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Food was all very interesting The pork belly was very chewy The chicken included some backs cut in smaller pieces All very tasty The price was reasonable (found out by accident it was much cheaper to call than make an online order) Portions were not huge by any means read more

Scheduling a boodle fight (kamayan) meal is usually easy and they accommodate large groups for this very reason. The food is delicious and once the food is on your table, it's more self-service. Options are plentiful and can't wait to go back for more kamayans. Maraming salamat for all the good food. read more

Pinoy Grill - Street Food Boodle Fight - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Every dish we sampled was phenomenal. Pork, chicken, rice, egg rolls, noodles. Definitely worth the price for a food truck. So tasty. read more

Pinoy Grill - Good truck - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Pinoy Grill doesn't just have great food, the service is unmatched. Seriously... They made us feel so welcome and spoiled, true Filipino love, I ordered the seafood feast and it was to die for. We drove 5 hours to come here! This place is a destination, not just a restaurant. Thank you!! read more

Pinoy Grill - Owner - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

This was a great vibe and very nostalgic place to go to. Reminded me a lot of home. Even the decor of the place was very nostalgic. The food is really good too! Very affordable. The combo meals give you a lot! Pancit, garlic rice, lumpia, + your entree you choose. We had bistek combo and pork belly combo. I also ordered pork isaw which is Filipino street food which was cool to see! Food was 5/5, I loved it. I had leftovers and I ate it for lunch the next day. Service was helpful but it's a chill place. Easy to talk to service but it's a very independent to the visitor type of restaurant. They do have signs for you to clean up after yourself and get your own sauces. But it's good because the kitchen is huge so you know the staff is only focusing on making amazing food! We'll definitely be back! read more

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I went with a group of friends we ordered the Boodle Flight overall the set up was beautiful, presentation 10 out of 10 but a lot of the things were underwhelming. The seasoning could have been dialed way up and I was missing some spice. Also I wish the food was not room temp, I would have preferred things to be served hotter. Not sure if being close to the door affected this or waiting for the full set up to be prepared. The staff were very nice and friendly. For the experience it was nice but if I visit again it would be for a smaller item on the menu not the full flight set up. read more

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came in for their $16.50 restaurant week meal in the chicago nw suburbs! it was all so tasty and an incredible deal :) my fav option was the bbq pork skewer in the flavor!! i really loved the cook on it and the pork belly option bc of the grill taste. they really offered a lot as u can see in the pics! i also really loved the turon and ube ice cream which they prepared once we notified them we were ready! it is a bit carb heavy so it was super filling, but such great value overall, a very cute family owned business and i hope to come back next year for the deal again! seemed counter service mainly and everything u can grab on your own like utensils and to go containers read more

Pinoy Grill - restaurant week meal - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Decent Filipino restaurant with staple dishes. My favorite is the kinilaw na fish and bangus sisig. I do not recommend getting arroz caldo from here. I've ordered a few times and it is not consistent, most recently I ordered two containers and both tasted like spoiled rice was used or the whole thing was spoiled. It did not taste like arroz caldo at all. I've also ordered platters and sometimes it seemed the rice included was "old" and not fresh because some portions were not warm like it came fresh from the rice cooker. read more

Pinoy Grill is delicious and affordable. As you see in the photo it's a large amount of food and we didn't forget rice is life. They were very nice and answered all our questions about the menu. The restaurant was moderately busy but the food came out quickly and the ambiance was inviting and nice. We sat on the patio which was perfect. read more

Pinoy Grill - Pinoy Favorites Platter - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

My friends brought me here for my Bachelorette party since I've always wanted to try it and the spread was amazing. They got it ready for us before we arrived with everything being warm and fresh. The food looked so good and tasted good too. The layout was pretty as well. The place is rather small but the staff is friendly and there is enough parking. We all took food home because we couldn't finish the boodle flight. Highly recommend trying it. read more

Pinoy Grill - Boodle Flight - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

I had known of Pinoy Grill from before but had not had a chance to check it out until recently when a friend recommended going there to try their Seafood Boodle feast with a group of people. It was a no-brainer choice for me as I was curious about the Boodle feast and trying Filipino food. Located in a small plaza, Pinoy Grill is a homey, cozy restaurant that serves authentic Filipino cuisine. My friend had made a reservation for six just when the restaurant opened for the day. When I got to the restaurant, the Seafood Boodle feast was prepared, and our table was being set up for our dining experience (see the included photos and video). Obviously, my phone eats first, so I took photos and videos of the food being served. The feast looked great. It was so drool worthy. The Boodle feast consists of a variety of grilled meats and seafood, assorted fruits and veggies, egg rolls, pancit, and rice, and it is served on banana leaves. We got to try grilled pompano, grilled squid, bangus sisig, garlic butter shrimp, fish balls, squid balls, grilled pork belly, bbq chicken/ pork/ beef skewers, Filipino hot dog, and more. The food cooked to perfection to my liking. The flavors were delightful and tasty. I liked all the food. My favorites were the grilled pompano, grilled pork belly, beef skewer, Filipino hotdog green mango slices dipped in shrimp paste. Wow, I was in good heaven! The feast was amazing. We also got to try some desserts like Leches Flan (Filipino style flan) and Mais con Yelo (shaved ice, sweet corn, evaporated milk, and vanilla ice cream). Both the desserts were unique in taste and interesting. The flan was not like the flan found at Mexican restaurants. This ine was dense in texture. I also ordered a few items to go that included the mixed Pancit (thick & thin noodles) with chicken and veggies, a bbq grilled pork skewer, and a Filipino hotdog. The Pancit, the hotdog, and the pork skewer were delicious. The only thing I was bummed about was that there were barely any chicken pieces in the Pancit. We liked the ambiance and the service. The service was very good. After we got to the restaurant, it got busy, which just shows how well-liked the establishment is, and my friend who has been here before attested to it. I had a wonderful time and a good experience. I definitely recommend checking out Pinoy Grill for delicious and authentic Filipino food. read more

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Filipino food is starting to be on the radar for people. Pinoy Grill is a spot that doesn't disappoint. If you're new or a veteran to Filipino food, this place will fill your appetite. I recommend you order the bangus platter. Yumm! Don't be intimidated by the name, just order it! read more

I don't know why I haven't reviewed Pinoy Grill Authentic Filipino Street Foods on here, but THIS IS THE REAL DEAL! The food here is so fresh, tasty, and definitely authentic. Everything here is delicious and the owners are so kind! They put their love and passion for their cooking in everything they make. Want dessert? You MUST try the Halo-Halo and banana turon! Then again, there's nothing more tasty than crispy pork lechon or their BBQ skewers! Another favorite is their unique crispy fried siopao. I order the lumpia egg rolls. They're small, but packed with so much flavor. I absolutely love the pancit which is noodles with vegetables and meat. My sons have eaten these two items for dinner and leftovers for breakfast the following day because the portions are plentiful! Walking into the restaurant, it's fun and colorful inside with tables well placed so you can enjoy your meal without being on top of the next group beside you. There's a nice covered outdoor patio for dining out in the spring, summer, and early fall. When I have gatherings at my house, I order a tray of 100 lumpias (Filipino egg rolls) and a tray of Pincit Bihon (noodles with meat and vegetables). Usually I have less than 10 friends gathered with a some of our friends never having Filipino food before and they loved it! Our trays are always devoured with even the younger kids eating a plateful and these are the same kids who usually prefer hot dogs or chicken nuggets! The combo platters are such a deal and feeds so many. There's a something for everyone in my family, but we have our go-to favorites! If you're not sure what to order, the owners are so incredibly sweet and patient. They are proud of their food and will explain everything. I love the service just as much as I love the food! read more

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Staff is wonderful, and food is great!! Everything is fresh and flavorful. Would definitely recommend you go and try it out. You won't be disappointed. read more

I'm always happy to see a local Filipino restaurant and pinoy grill is very close and dear to my heart. The staff is very friendly, they are thorough and take the time to explain their menu and provide great recommendations. This is a small local business so the space itself is on the smaller side, however there is enough room for a few larger groups. I usually get their combo meals as it gives you a taste of a little bit of everything. It also comes with dessert! A plus they have is they serve Sarsi lol. I haven't had Sarsi since I was in the Philippines MANY years ago so it literally brought so much joy to me. Check 'em out!! read more

Pinoy Grill - Combo meals - Filipino Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Good Filipino food. Try the Fried Siopao and delicious. Fair prices and friendly staff. I'll do business again.

I was visiting from NJ and discovered Pinoy Grill that was a 8 minutes drive from my buddies house. Place had a few customers inside including a family of 6. While looking at the menu, food started coming out of the kitchen. The food looked good and presented on banana leaves. Looked promising. I ordered a combo meal which comes with 2 Shanghai lumpia, canton pancit , 2 scoops of rice and your choice of entree. I went with 2 orders of Beefsteak. I also ordered grilled pork belly and halo halo . Now before coming here , I read the reviews. So after tasting the food, I was confused. Let's start with the pancit canton. Now my parents were great cooks. We had a family of 6. Mom and Dad would cook for an army, so we ALWAYS had leftovers. The pancit canton was made a couple of days ago. Soggy noodles, wilted veggies and no flavor. The beefsteak lacked the lemon flavor and the onions. Then the rice. Hard and sticky rice. Thought drowning it with the beefsteak sauce will soften the rice. FAIL. $16.99 for plate of leftovers. Cmon Pare's. I had high hopes for the grilled pork belly. I was craving it after I ordered it from Philippines Bread House in Jersey City. Pinoy Grills grilled pork belly was a big disappointment. It was more fat then meat and lacking seasoning. It had a sweet after taste to it. Couldn't eat eat. Another $16.99 dish down the drain. The the halo halo. How can you F up the halo halo? Pre make it and leave inside fridge until customer orders. My halo halo was premade days ago cause the flavor of the sweet mixture on the bottom was gone. Tasted nothing like halo halo. I'm not a hater. I'm a foodie that loves to eat . I'm a straight shooter when it comes to food. It was a mess. Maybe it was a bad day or the chef called out, who knows. At the end of the day I was served food that tasted like leftovers. The search continues for a good Filipino Restaurant worth sharing with my buddy who just moved to Arlington Heights. read more

Quality food and quality service. Will definitely come back when visiting Chicago again!

Went here recently woth my kids to try something different Food was good and presentable. I also like that it has a nice seating area outside. read more

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Great food, felt like you were actually eating Filipino food from the Philippines. I had actually gone and just super good. Everyone served you great and just was a great atmosphere and was super clean and quick to order your food. 10/10 read more

Pinoy Grill is located in a strip mall in Arlington Heights. It is on the smaller side only a few tables so if you live in the area you could easily do take out. If you can get a group of 6 or more together for a Boodle Fight Feast, I recommend the experience. There are two different versions, the streetfood and the seafood boodle. Our group chose the seafood boodle. They set up the food on the table when you get there, and watching them put the presentation together is satisfying. How the food is set up is so inviting. They provide gloves and utensils and then you dig in. Everything I tried was delicious but special mention of the pineapple it was so sweet. And the fish (can't remember the name) was grilled to perfection. There is a lot of food. We saved room for dessert though. Tried some flan and it was nice and smooth. I would definitely come back to try some of their other items on the menu read more

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My husband and I have been to Pinoy Grill several times. On our last trip to Pinoy Grill, we went with several friends and had the seafood boodle feast. This was truly a feast. It included pork belly, squid, bangus, pompano, and shrimp, among many, many other things. Words can not describe the enormity of this feast. See the pictures to do it justice. The food was cooked perfectly. The manager was wonderful. He kept checking in on us to make sure that we were happy. This was a phenomenal experience. I highly recommend Pinoy Grill!!! read more

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My family & I enjoyed the food (good), Chris was nice &a good host so were the other staff. To really really enjoy the experience that matches & enhance the GOOD FOOD, may I suggest better table set up (utensils &serving platters-no holes on the sides so food is not wasted when your trying to scoop, serving spoons is a must). I do hope Chris would consider these suggestions. We do intend to revisit this place but may have to bring our own utensils for a more delightful experience. Chis & staff, thank you for the hospitality. Twas worth the 100 miles one way of travel. See you soon read more

I seriously love this place. Have been craving their Balbacua which is only available on Saturdays. I reserved my order and told them im coming in Sunday to dine in. Balbacua is pork leg cooked in a thick tomato soup base. It has a bit of a spicy kick to it. I can actualky eat this alone but whats filipino food without rice. Lol. I also love their grilled pork belly. Takes me back to Philippines. I like it because it is marinated perfectly thinly sliced and cut. Their Leche flan always sells out so when i saw that they have it in stock. Immediately reserved them. Its super fine and smooth which is exactly how I like my Flan. Service is great. No issues with the parking. We were there early but by the time we left the place is packed. Definitely one of my go to Filipino places. Especially the Balbacua which I cant find anywhere else. Happy eating! read more

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