Great spot to get Filipino foods around Central Jersey Area. They also do catering which allows you to order by the tray.Vegetarian options: Laing, Fresh LumpiaParking: Located in a shopping complex, first come first serve but ample space for parking.
Kusina is my favorite Filipino restaurant in the area! After a friend recommended me this place, I’ve been going all the time. With cafeteria style ordering, it’s super quick to order your food, and the servers are always willing to help with any questions. The food and desserts always taste great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kenz Pereira
Absolutely delicious. This is the most delicious food I’ve ever had. I’m very pleased with the service. My girlfriend and I actually ate this food from a food truck at a flea market in Columbus New Jersey. It’s such a great introduction to this amazing food. We can’t wait to actually go to the brick and mortar restaurant.
This place would surely benefit from competition. I feel like because there's no competition in the area, they are getting complacent.Food is ok at best. I feel like there are better quality Filipino food options down in Mt Laurel and Blackwood NJ.One thing I don't understand and really did not feel was right was how they *microwaved* the food that they had in their turo turo selection *right in front of you* before giving it to you. Aren't these "hot" foods supposed to be kept at a certain temperature? Can't they invest in a proper food warmer for ALL their foods, even the fried ones? Oh and word of advice to Kusina Ni Inang staff - don't microwave the fried foods. Makes it taste worse and chewy, I'd rather eat it cold.Prices, also, are exorbitantly high. $6 for 2 siopao? $3 for empanada? No.Let me also bring up their attitudes - it wasn't the best. Everyone behind the counter felt like they didn't want to be there. No welcoming atmosphere. Kusina Ni Inang staff - Just smile, it won't hurt you.If you can, skip this place and head to Manila Cafe in Mt Laurel or Manila Central in Blackwood. Better food quality, better prices, and no microwaves needed.Kusina ni Inang has potential. They need someone to wake them up and push them to improve.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Peter Fider
Food is great! Ordered food for birthday party!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gregg Yasay
Glad that we were able to have lunch and some food shopping before we returned back to Philadelphia. The place is very accessible from Philadelphia very nice people and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork BBQ, Chicken Stew
Steve T
Attention Owner;My kids have ordered from Kusina Ni Inang many times. Today (9/15/23) is my second time ordering their food this week. Overall, the food is excellent. However, the meat in the tiny egg rolls was stale. You wouldn't notice until you opened them up and smelled the meat. I know it's bad because my family has been in the restaurant business for many years. I hope that the owner will be more cautious in keeping the food fresh.We will order again, but I will skip the egg rolls.
Food: 4
Jozelle Woodard
So many choices! Food is delicious. I had a great time with my family.
Best Filipino restaurant as far as I can remember! Their pork sinigang with gabi is phenomenal! The pork will melt in your mouth. The lechon kawali was cooked with the right crispiness but still soft inside, and it goes well with their homemade vinegar. Their tortang talong, which is my favorite comfort food, is just out of this world. I left the restaurant convinced that this could be the world's best Filipino restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stew, Pinakbet
Vivian K.
Never had Filipino food but this was amazing. Takeout and heated at home for a group and was some of the best food ever had!
Best Filipino restaurant as far as I can remember! Their pork sinigang with gabi is phenomenal! The pork will melt in your mouth. The lechon kawali was cooked with the right crispiness but still soft inside, and it goes well with their homemade vinegar. Their tortang talong, which is my favorite comfort food, is just out of this world. I left the restaurant convinced that this could be the world's best Filipino restaurant!
Keia Davison
Food wasn’t bad. It was cold even when they warmed it. Just very similar to Chinese to me lol . Sweet pork was good and the noodles. Very affordable! I’d eat there again though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
AMY CHU
Nothing but good vibes and great fresh food here. A little bit far for me, otherwise I’d be here almost every day :-)
Food: 5
Walker D
This restaurant is my happy place. My first meal here was sisig and chicken adobo, and after never having it before, my head rolled off my shoulders because it was so good. The staff are super sweet, encourage you to always try new things (i’m still boring and haven’t done this yet), and go out of their way to talk to you. They have a baked goods which are really good too, and the overall atmosphere of the restaurant is really great. There are beautiful paintings of the Philippines, bamboo/straw lamp shades, and picnic tables, which all make you feel like you’re transported somewhere else.I always bring friends here so I can watch their heads roll off their shoulders.If i’m ever having a rough day, i’ll pop in here for lunch to escape for an hour or two, and will always end up smiling at least once before leaving.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stew, Pork BBQ, Adobo
Megan Z.
They don't miss!! I haven't had a bad thing from Kusina for the many years my family has been coming here. It is a staple of the lively Filipino community in this area and the owners/staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Top hits for me are the nilagang baka and pork binagoongan. The combo for lunch cannot be beat, their portion sizes are overflowing off the sides of the plate. I love seeing so many non-Filipinos stopping by and confidently ordering from the "turo turo." The service is one thing, the variety of dishes is another, but the consistency across the board !!!! is unmatched.
Great spot to get Filipino foods around Central Jersey Area. They also do catering which allows you to order by the tray.Vegetarian options: Laing, Fresh LumpiaParking: Located in a shopping complex, first come first serve but ample space for parking.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Pata, Dinuguan, Pork Sisig, Pork BBQ, Fresh Lumpia
Kusina is my favorite Filipino restaurant in the area! After a friend recommended me this place, I’ve been going all the time. With cafeteria style ordering, it’s super quick to order your food, and the servers are always willing to help with any questions. The food and desserts always taste great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely delicious. This is the most delicious food I’ve ever had. I’m very pleased with the service. My girlfriend and I actually ate this food from a food truck at a flea market in Columbus New Jersey. It’s such a great introduction to this amazing food. We can’t wait to actually go to the brick and mortar restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Sisig, Pork BBQ, Lunch Platter
This place would surely benefit from competition. I feel like because there's no competition in the area, they are getting complacent.Food is ok at best. I feel like there are better quality Filipino food options down in Mt Laurel and Blackwood NJ.One thing I don't understand and really did not feel was right was how they *microwaved* the food that they had in their turo turo selection *right in front of you* before giving it to you. Aren't these "hot" foods supposed to be kept at a certain temperature? Can't they invest in a proper food warmer for ALL their foods, even the fried ones? Oh and word of advice to Kusina Ni Inang staff - don't microwave the fried foods. Makes it taste worse and chewy, I'd rather eat it cold.Prices, also, are exorbitantly high. $6 for 2 siopao? $3 for empanada? No.Let me also bring up their attitudes - it wasn't the best. Everyone behind the counter felt like they didn't want to be there. No welcoming atmosphere. Kusina Ni Inang staff - Just smile, it won't hurt you.If you can, skip this place and head to Manila Cafe in Mt Laurel or Manila Central in Blackwood. Better food quality, better prices, and no microwaves needed.Kusina ni Inang has potential. They need someone to wake them up and push them to improve.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Food is great! Ordered food for birthday party!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Glad that we were able to have lunch and some food shopping before we returned back to Philadelphia. The place is very accessible from Philadelphia very nice people and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork BBQ, Chicken Stew
Attention Owner;My kids have ordered from Kusina Ni Inang many times. Today (9/15/23) is my second time ordering their food this week. Overall, the food is excellent. However, the meat in the tiny egg rolls was stale. You wouldn't notice until you opened them up and smelled the meat. I know it's bad because my family has been in the restaurant business for many years. I hope that the owner will be more cautious in keeping the food fresh.We will order again, but I will skip the egg rolls.
Food: 4
So many choices! Food is delicious. I had a great time with my family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lechon Seafood Paella, Beef Stew, Crispy Pata, Pork Sisig, Grilled Stuffed Squid, Halo
Best Filipino restaurant as far as I can remember! Their pork sinigang with gabi is phenomenal! The pork will melt in your mouth. The lechon kawali was cooked with the right crispiness but still soft inside, and it goes well with their homemade vinegar. Their tortang talong, which is my favorite comfort food, is just out of this world. I left the restaurant convinced that this could be the world's best Filipino restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stew, Pinakbet
Never had Filipino food but this was amazing. Takeout and heated at home for a group and was some of the best food ever had!
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Filipino restaurant as far as I can remember! Their pork sinigang with gabi is phenomenal! The pork will melt in your mouth. The lechon kawali was cooked with the right crispiness but still soft inside, and it goes well with their homemade vinegar. Their tortang talong, which is my favorite comfort food, is just out of this world. I left the restaurant convinced that this could be the world's best Filipino restaurant!
Food wasn’t bad. It was cold even when they warmed it. Just very similar to Chinese to me lol . Sweet pork was good and the noodles. Very affordable! I’d eat there again though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Nothing but good vibes and great fresh food here. A little bit far for me, otherwise I’d be here almost every day :-)
Food: 5
This restaurant is my happy place. My first meal here was sisig and chicken adobo, and after never having it before, my head rolled off my shoulders because it was so good. The staff are super sweet, encourage you to always try new things (i’m still boring and haven’t done this yet), and go out of their way to talk to you. They have a baked goods which are really good too, and the overall atmosphere of the restaurant is really great. There are beautiful paintings of the Philippines, bamboo/straw lamp shades, and picnic tables, which all make you feel like you’re transported somewhere else.I always bring friends here so I can watch their heads roll off their shoulders.If i’m ever having a rough day, i’ll pop in here for lunch to escape for an hour or two, and will always end up smiling at least once before leaving.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stew, Pork BBQ, Adobo
They don't miss!! I haven't had a bad thing from Kusina for the many years my family has been coming here. It is a staple of the lively Filipino community in this area and the owners/staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Top hits for me are the nilagang baka and pork binagoongan. The combo for lunch cannot be beat, their portion sizes are overflowing off the sides of the plate. I love seeing so many non-Filipinos stopping by and confidently ordering from the "turo turo." The service is one thing, the variety of dishes is another, but the consistency across the board !!!! is unmatched.