Before my trip, I searched high and low for the best Filipino food in the area—and I’m so glad I found this food truck. Let me tell you: they did not disappoint. I ordered the Sisig and Pancit Bihon, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The sisig was sizzling, savory, and perfectly crispy in all the right places—packed with bold flavor and just the right hint of spice. The pancit bihon was light, fragrant, and so well-seasoned, with every bite reminding me of the homemade dishes I had back in the Philippines. I haven’t had Filipino food this good since I was in the PH last year. It's clear that the team behind this truck pours heart and soul into every dish. To top it off, the owner was incredibly kind and welcoming—the type of person who makes you feel like family from the moment you walk up. Their passion for sharing Filipino culture through food shines through in both the cooking and the conversation. If you’re craving real, no-compromise Filipino comfort food, this food truck is an absolute gem. I’ll be back—every time I visit Bloomington!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noel Sutton
Tried them while they had the guest kitchen spot at the Pacer games. Absolutely delicious, can’t wait to try the rest of the menu.
Food: 5
jet tavarro
My wife and I went to the Pacers game last April 29 and we wondered why it smelled like sisig all the way from the team store, then we knew that they were the guest chef for that night--Pinoy Garden Cafe didn't disappoint, though lacking in authentic philippine ingredients (as per the head chef), it certainly didn't lack that Filipino taste that will transport you all the way to the Philippines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bree Christman
great spot for some amazing food. incredible customer service and fast in getting your order. love it
Katherine Devich
My department at work had catering by Chris and Maria yesterday. The food was excellent and the presentation great too. Our guests had a great lunch with nothing but positive feedback. The party had a happy vibe, because of the food. 😍
Claret Lezama
Everything Good!
Food: 5
Caaveh Siahmakoun
Vegetable pancit 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Z D
1. Their food is amazing. I’m so happy to have Filipino representation in Indiana2. They went above and beyond to provide for my family’s holiday party.If you want to try new food and support wonderful people, give Pinoy Garden a try! ??
This was my first time trying Filipino food, and I think it’s one of my new favorites. The pork belly was so delicious!
Jeff McMillian
We tried them after seeing them on fox59. I would have say that I was not impressed with the food or the portion size. Small side salad bowl rice, a scoop of pork belly that seemed to be under cooked. It had raw chunks of fat in it, and 3 very small sring roll an out the size of my pinky finger. Tasted very bland mainly soy sauce , and the spring rolls were doughy. And this was $14 a bowl.First and last time I will be there.If the the pork belly had been cooked twice and would suggest turning the grill higher next time.Glad to know that you increase your prices and cut your portions when big events are in town. This does not a good way to treat the people of Bloomington who were trying to support your business.
Family ran buisness, authentic top notch food 10/10
Intel Pintakaew
Honestly there are a few places in Bloomington that I look forward to eating out. While there are a lot of ethnic options, a lot of diverse restaurants have a hard time receiving the most authentic and fresh ingredients due to being in the Midwest. In turn, they cannot make the best version of their food or would have to cater to a more “unseasoned” or inexperienced palette. Filipino food is amazing and it’s hard to find in the Midwest and even harder to cook and display for a demographic outside an Asian background.The owners and workers of Pinoy Garden Cafe are some of the nicest and hardworking people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. They consistently prep their ingredients and cook to ensure that their product is up to their standard given the limited resources and time they have to work with, but they still deliver quality. I have tried everything on their menu and I still go back to the pork adobo. If they have their halo halo, my day just gets better.I look forward to when they have their own food truck and hopefully eventual restaurant where their menu is able to expand. They are constantly improving and I look forward to their continued success.
Amanda M
Do not sleep on Pinoy they are fantastic! I tried them for the first time about a month ago and got this delicious pork/rice/egg dish that of course I don’t remember the name of but it was divine. However, I had really been wanting to try their famous halo-halo dessert and OMG IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! It has everything, a lil ice cream, shaved ice, what tastes like jelly cubes of sweetened and condensed milk, other cubes of fruit jelly and slices of fruit. You will notice, there is no picture, because I inhaled it at the farmers market. It costs $8 and don’t forget to mix it all together to get that sweet sweet flavor. Would go there over and over and over again! Stop by!
Amanda Magaldi
Do not sleep on Pinoy they are fantastic! I tried them for the first time about a month ago and got this delicious pork/rice/egg dish that of course I don’t remember the name of but it was divine. However, I had really been wanting to try their famous halo-halo dessert and OMG IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! It has everything, a lil ice cream, shaved ice, what tastes like jelly cubes of sweetened and condensed milk, other cubes of fruit jelly and slices of fruit. You will notice, there is no picture, because I inhaled it at the farmers market. It costs $8 and don’t forget to mix it all together to get that sweet sweet flavor. Would go there over and over and over again! Stop by!
Zach Langwell (Zlangwell99)
Amazing food! I got the pork adobo w rice & egg. HIGHLY RECCOMEND. Customer service is always A1. If you haven't tried Pinoy Garden Cafe you're missing out!
Before my trip, I searched high and low for the best Filipino food in the area—and I’m so glad I found this food truck. Let me tell you: they did not disappoint.
I ordered the Sisig and Pancit Bihon, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The sisig was sizzling, savory, and perfectly crispy in all the right places—packed with bold flavor and just the right hint of spice. The pancit bihon was light, fragrant, and so well-seasoned, with every bite reminding me of the homemade dishes I had back in the Philippines.
I haven’t had Filipino food this good since I was in the PH last year. It's clear that the team behind this truck pours heart and soul into every dish.
To top it off, the owner was incredibly kind and welcoming—the type of person who makes you feel like family from the moment you walk up. Their passion for sharing Filipino culture through food shines through in both the cooking and the conversation.
If you’re craving real, no-compromise Filipino comfort food, this food truck is an absolute gem. I’ll be back—every time I visit Bloomington!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried them while they had the guest kitchen spot at the Pacer games. Absolutely delicious, can’t wait to try the rest of the menu.
Food: 5
My wife and I went to the Pacers game last April 29 and we wondered why it smelled like sisig all the way from the team store, then we knew that they were the guest chef for that night--Pinoy Garden Cafe didn't disappoint, though lacking in authentic philippine ingredients (as per the head chef), it certainly didn't lack that Filipino taste that will transport you all the way to the Philippines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
great spot for some amazing food. incredible customer service and fast in getting your order. love it
My department at work had catering by Chris and Maria yesterday. The food was excellent and the presentation great too. Our guests had a great lunch with nothing but positive feedback. The party had a happy vibe, because of the food. 😍
Everything Good!
Food: 5
Vegetable pancit 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
1. Their food is amazing. I’m so happy to have Filipino representation in Indiana2. They went above and beyond to provide for my family’s holiday party.If you want to try new food and support wonderful people, give Pinoy Garden a try! ??
Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was my first time trying Filipino food, and I think it’s one of my new favorites. The pork belly was so delicious!
We tried them after seeing them on fox59. I would have say that I was not impressed with the food or the portion size. Small side salad bowl rice, a scoop of pork belly that seemed to be under cooked. It had raw chunks of fat in it, and 3 very small sring roll an out the size of my pinky finger. Tasted very bland mainly soy sauce , and the spring rolls were doughy. And this was $14 a bowl.First and last time I will be there.If the the pork belly had been cooked twice and would suggest turning the grill higher next time.Glad to know that you increase your prices and cut your portions when big events are in town. This does not a good way to treat the people of Bloomington who were trying to support your business.
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Family ran buisness, authentic top notch food 10/10
Honestly there are a few places in Bloomington that I look forward to eating out. While there are a lot of ethnic options, a lot of diverse restaurants have a hard time receiving the most authentic and fresh ingredients due to being in the Midwest. In turn, they cannot make the best version of their food or would have to cater to a more “unseasoned” or inexperienced palette. Filipino food is amazing and it’s hard to find in the Midwest and even harder to cook and display for a demographic outside an Asian background.The owners and workers of Pinoy Garden Cafe are some of the nicest and hardworking people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. They consistently prep their ingredients and cook to ensure that their product is up to their standard given the limited resources and time they have to work with, but they still deliver quality. I have tried everything on their menu and I still go back to the pork adobo. If they have their halo halo, my day just gets better.I look forward to when they have their own food truck and hopefully eventual restaurant where their menu is able to expand. They are constantly improving and I look forward to their continued success.
Do not sleep on Pinoy they are fantastic! I tried them for the first time about a month ago and got this delicious pork/rice/egg dish that of course I don’t remember the name of but it was divine. However, I had really been wanting to try their famous halo-halo dessert and OMG IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! It has everything, a lil ice cream, shaved ice, what tastes like jelly cubes of sweetened and condensed milk, other cubes of fruit jelly and slices of fruit. You will notice, there is no picture, because I inhaled it at the farmers market. It costs $8 and don’t forget to mix it all together to get that sweet sweet flavor. Would go there over and over and over again! Stop by!
Do not sleep on Pinoy they are fantastic! I tried them for the first time about a month ago and got this delicious pork/rice/egg dish that of course I don’t remember the name of but it was divine. However, I had really been wanting to try their famous halo-halo dessert and OMG IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! It has everything, a lil ice cream, shaved ice, what tastes like jelly cubes of sweetened and condensed milk, other cubes of fruit jelly and slices of fruit. You will notice, there is no picture, because I inhaled it at the farmers market. It costs $8 and don’t forget to mix it all together to get that sweet sweet flavor. Would go there over and over and over again! Stop by!
Amazing food! I got the pork adobo w rice & egg. HIGHLY RECCOMEND. Customer service is always A1. If you haven't tried Pinoy Garden Cafe you're missing out!
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