Filipino Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

“First time trying this place and it did not disappoint! 🤩🍽️🔥

I ended up getting my lunch to-go because the place was packed when I arrived — always a great sign! 👏 I ordered the chicken adobo over rice and it was delicious. 🍗🍚 The chicken was tender and well-flavored. I personally could have used just a little more seasoning and maybe a touch of heat 🌶️, but I’m not sure if traditional chicken adobo is supposed to be spicy — either way it was still really good.

The rice was perfectly cooked, and the presentation was almost perfect. It probably got shuffled around a little during my walk back to the office 🚶🏽‍♂️, but it still looked great when I opened it.

The restaurant itself was clean and welcoming. ✨ The person who took my order was very friendly, and the staff member who handed me my meal when it was ready was also super friendly and professional. Great customer service! 🙌

10 out of 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — I would’ve given it an 11 if I could! Definitely coming back to try more dishes, especially Silog Thursday (I may not be spelling or pronouncing that perfectly 😄 but I’m excited to try it!).

I stopped in today March 13 around 1:00 PM, and it was busy — especially considering they close at 2 PM. That tells you everything you need to know! 👏🔥

📍 Kusina Ni Tess
237 Ellis Street
San Francisco“

“Definitely not your typical brunch. We loved the Filipino inspired creations. Don’t skip the French toast with caviar hollandaise, crumbled bacon, and shrimp. It’s AMAZING!“

“The food smacks and the music they play always slaps.“

“This is a great value restaurant, everything is cheap here. The food is good and greasy. Not sure there’s anything healthy here😂.

Parking in the area is PIA, they seemed to be mostly busy but the line and order is fast. I liked the filipino pork chop more than the Hong Kong fried pork chops.“

“I Love Purple Burritos!!!“

“Genuine “Filipino” food that’s no where near “run of the mill “. Delicious Adobro really tender slow cooked pork that falls apart lightly covered in a special sweet sour sauce over rice with a fresh pickled veggy salad GF and vegan options not just after thoughts but real options. I’m coming back with friends“

“I got the single entre combo with chicken curry and mochi, the server noticed my gluten free trend and offered the broth sans fried wontons. Great experience, and wonderful taste. It's nice to know I have this available since there are so few safe GF options when traveling.“

“for me, it's the best Filipino food in San Francisco. Everything tastes homemade.“

“Irma's food is delicious and the price point is something that cannot be beat ! Thank you Irma for being a part of my 2020 New Year's Eve celebration ❤❤❤ We will be seeing you in the New Year and Beyond 🙏🙏🙏“

“Always to stop in on my way to , or from grab bite to eat yummy“

“This is one of those deceivingly small places, but it packs a lot of big bold flavors and hearty meals.

It is a highly efficient mom-n-pop restaurant, with an open kitchen and a food-prep operation in plain sight. Often you'd see fresh dishes poured right into the food warmers directly from the stoves. And with everything out in the open, you have the sense that everything is honest, as simple as a home kitchen.

And in spite of their tiny operation, the selection is ample on any given day in this turo-turo style, so much to pick from, and it seems as if point at anything, even from their shelves, everything is for sale.

These folks are hard working, kind people who try to send you off with as much food they can pack into to-go overflowing plastic containers. They are earnest at what they do. This is a fine example of a small business with big dreams.“

“Delicious Filipino food 👌🏼“