stumbled across this place one night looking for a quick bite and ended up spending the entire night there instead of our original plans and loved it so much, we went back a week later and are going to book the upstairs venue for my partners bday next month!Where do i even begin! the community kitchen concept is inspiring and revolutionary and i’ve seen them feed people who are unable to afford their meals multiple times as well as customers paying more than suggested on their sliding scale menu to cover the cost of others. it’s such a beautiful and noble form of mutual aid and i really hope it’s successful!Dora at the counter took such good care of us and the food was DELISH! the level of care and service and the love the food is made with makes you feel like you’re eating a home cooked meal. Dora’s energy was so infectious and bright and she ended up preparing us tofu and mushroom adobo and a dino nugget bowl with an egg and rice that i’m still thinking about. the second time we went, the menu had changed and i can’t recommend the coco mojo potatoes and birthday cake bibingka any more highly! the only downside is they’ve been out of the lumpia both times i’ve gone and i’m dying to try it! GREAT vegan and vegetarian options but proportions aren’t the biggest so order one of everything!If you haven’t been to an event at the speakeasy-style Baba’s House, you’re missing out on one of the most unique cozy-night-OUT experiences in the east bay. the living room-esque lounge and majong den has the charm of a house party with the excitement of a venue. We ended up wandering into an open jam sesh with local musicians halfway through the night, my partner couldn’t help but join them. the walls are lined in yummy asian snacks and there’s a big fridge full of beverages with some of the best non-alcoholic options i’ve seen + beer, wine, and a bar for cocktails. It’s so fun to cozy up on the couch and experience live music 6 ft in front of you and a sensory HEAVEN of ambient lighting. The owners Jenn and Alan are so welcoming and make perfect hosts for the various events that happen in the space. while the space upstairs is not ada accessible, they helped carry my partners wheelchair up and down the stairs which was very kind.We can’t wait to attend many more ever and in the space and throw our own event there next month!Vegetarian options: half the menu is vegetarian/vegan!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kendra F.
BHK was actually pretty good. I never really knew what it was when I would pass it by for a while. One night I decided to give BHK a try through TooGoodTooGo app. Here's what I learned. This is a pay what you can spot. It appears they feed the homeless, and that is commendable. I'm not sure of another place that does that but considering the high amount of homeless in the area, it warmed my heart to see that. The night I went in I picked up a beef stew. I hadn't had one in a while and it hit that hungry spot that warms you as soon as you eat it in the late fall/ early winter.
Z Sa
Fresh fried chicken, green beans, rice, sauce. A xmas
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Branden Sowers
Awesome food, wonderful view place. The staff are very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Migelle M.
Posting for all my vegans so they know what they're getting into! I'm a vegan Filipina that just wants to eat authentic plant-based food. I'd say the tofu mushroom isn't bad but I've had better. It could use more flavor, but they were able to capture the texture of pork sisig (I like my sisig oniony and cooked with vinegar). This is definitely my go to when I crave sisig bc I've been really disappointed with the local Filipino restaurants literally REMOVING all of their vegan options. FOB was the only place I could go to these days, but their options are limited and not like a traditional style meal. My boyfriend got the chicken sisig and agrees that it could be better. I'll be adding my own soy sauce, vinegar and maybe some vegan patis.
Marybeth S.
Got a chance to eat here during Baba's Party Market.With a maximum capacity of 25 people, this place was packed!We ordered the Grilled Chicken Sisig (charboiled chicken marinated in lemon, ginger, and garlic. Kewpie topping and salad), and a side of lumpia (+$3).I enjoyed their version very much! I wouldn't say it's 'just like how Mom used to make it,' but more like a delightful twist that pays homage to the traditional flavors while adding a modern flair.Also, take some time to admire the cool artwork on the walls. BHK has a really cool aesthetic and vibe to it!Anndd that's not all! Upstairs is Baba's House, which is a community event space and Asian snack shop! Once a week they host karaoke from 6pm-9pm AND a Mahjong night! Definitely worth checking out.
Gin C.
I got the too good to go and thought the meal was pretty tasty. The flavor was a little spicy but not unacceptable. The portion is a little small than I thought but doable. The service was pretty good so I would come again.
Brian Z
Ordered from 2good2go, not sure if an issue with the app or the restaurant but they were very closed during the supposed pickup time which was still during their listed business hours (9pm on a Thursday night). Would be willing to give them a try again but not a huge fan of them not being open even during their regular business hours.
Hyunse Kim
I had the pork belly rice and it was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cedell B.
Wow...I got bamboozled by a 5 star review. Never again . The old days have passed when you could get an honest review. Oh, well
Took my friends to Rice and Shine brunch and did not disappoint! Everything was so good we all forgot to take pictures and just ate.10/10 Pork belly tacos with ? salsa and chicaron ?The eggplant omelette perfectly smoked ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rafaela R.
This place is awesome - it was unfortunately pretty empty on a Friday night and I wonder if it's just because it's new, because the food is really good and the guy who I assume is the owner is incredibly kind. There was me & a man I assume is unhoused hanging out in there, and the owner made him a plate of vegan food as he requested, and my chicken adobo plate with rice, pancit, and lumpia was hella good too. I hope more folks come in to support a small business with kind ownership and good food.
Michelle C.
Delicious food! Especially the pancake & secret sauce ;) Check out their twist on halo-halo. Longanisa Katsu - heard was a WOW! Ate here for a privately catered party (House of Gongs). Owners are cool! Good Vibes & Family friendly. If I knew about Baba's House I would have loved to see it b/c I call my husband, "Baba" and I'm all things Baba ;) Wishing them all the success while feeding people's bellies.
Joseph B.
Just happened to stumble into this place as they were closed but the owner Ace was kind enough to make us some of the filipino egg rolls - Lumpiang Shanghai. These were FIRE! These aren't your typical egg rolls that you've probably had at a Filipino party. These were different with his family's recipe that really made it stand out. Nothing gimmicky or "fusion" that you see at other places. 5 out of 5 Smackin! Owner was nice he said the pancit was a staple and he had some rotating spam burger and chicken skewers that I will be sure to try next time. Can't wait to try the ube cake and sisig! I think he said they cater as well. He told us to check out Babas House which was in the back upstairs. That's a whole nother review
Ahu Su
Oxtail Quesadilla ARE YOU KIDDING ME. Give me all that. And two of the Desserts too
stumbled across this place one night looking for a quick bite and ended up spending the entire night there instead of our original plans and loved it so much, we went back a week later and are going to book the upstairs venue for my partners bday next month!Where do i even begin! the community kitchen concept is inspiring and revolutionary and i’ve seen them feed people who are unable to afford their meals multiple times as well as customers paying more than suggested on their sliding scale menu to cover the cost of others. it’s such a beautiful and noble form of mutual aid and i really hope it’s successful!Dora at the counter took such good care of us and the food was DELISH! the level of care and service and the love the food is made with makes you feel like you’re eating a home cooked meal. Dora’s energy was so infectious and bright and she ended up preparing us tofu and mushroom adobo and a dino nugget bowl with an egg and rice that i’m still thinking about. the second time we went, the menu had changed and i can’t recommend the coco mojo potatoes and birthday cake bibingka any more highly! the only downside is they’ve been out of the lumpia both times i’ve gone and i’m dying to try it! GREAT vegan and vegetarian options but proportions aren’t the biggest so order one of everything!If you haven’t been to an event at the speakeasy-style Baba’s House, you’re missing out on one of the most unique cozy-night-OUT experiences in the east bay. the living room-esque lounge and majong den has the charm of a house party with the excitement of a venue. We ended up wandering into an open jam sesh with local musicians halfway through the night, my partner couldn’t help but join them. the walls are lined in yummy asian snacks and there’s a big fridge full of beverages with some of the best non-alcoholic options i’ve seen + beer, wine, and a bar for cocktails. It’s so fun to cozy up on the couch and experience live music 6 ft in front of you and a sensory HEAVEN of ambient lighting. The owners Jenn and Alan are so welcoming and make perfect hosts for the various events that happen in the space. while the space upstairs is not ada accessible, they helped carry my partners wheelchair up and down the stairs which was very kind.We can’t wait to attend many more ever and in the space and throw our own event there next month!Vegetarian options: half the menu is vegetarian/vegan!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
BHK was actually pretty good. I never really knew what it was when I would pass it by for a while. One night I decided to give BHK a try through TooGoodTooGo app. Here's what I learned. This is a pay what you can spot. It appears they feed the homeless, and that is commendable. I'm not sure of another place that does that but considering the high amount of homeless in the area, it warmed my heart to see that. The night I went in I picked up a beef stew. I hadn't had one in a while and it hit that hungry spot that warms you as soon as you eat it in the late fall/ early winter.
Fresh fried chicken, green beans, rice, sauce. A xmas
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome food, wonderful view place. The staff are very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Posting for all my vegans so they know what they're getting into! I'm a vegan Filipina that just wants to eat authentic plant-based food. I'd say the tofu mushroom isn't bad but I've had better. It could use more flavor, but they were able to capture the texture of pork sisig (I like my sisig oniony and cooked with vinegar). This is definitely my go to when I crave sisig bc I've been really disappointed with the local Filipino restaurants literally REMOVING all of their vegan options. FOB was the only place I could go to these days, but their options are limited and not like a traditional style meal. My boyfriend got the chicken sisig and agrees that it could be better. I'll be adding my own soy sauce, vinegar and maybe some vegan patis.
Got a chance to eat here during Baba's Party Market.With a maximum capacity of 25 people, this place was packed!We ordered the Grilled Chicken Sisig (charboiled chicken marinated in lemon, ginger, and garlic. Kewpie topping and salad), and a side of lumpia (+$3).I enjoyed their version very much! I wouldn't say it's 'just like how Mom used to make it,' but more like a delightful twist that pays homage to the traditional flavors while adding a modern flair.Also, take some time to admire the cool artwork on the walls. BHK has a really cool aesthetic and vibe to it!Anndd that's not all! Upstairs is Baba's House, which is a community event space and Asian snack shop! Once a week they host karaoke from 6pm-9pm AND a Mahjong night! Definitely worth checking out.
I got the too good to go and thought the meal was pretty tasty. The flavor was a little spicy but not unacceptable. The portion is a little small than I thought but doable. The service was pretty good so I would come again.
Ordered from 2good2go, not sure if an issue with the app or the restaurant but they were very closed during the supposed pickup time which was still during their listed business hours (9pm on a Thursday night). Would be willing to give them a try again but not a huge fan of them not being open even during their regular business hours.
I had the pork belly rice and it was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow...I got bamboozled by a 5 star review. Never again . The old days have passed when you could get an honest review. Oh, well
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Took my friends to Rice and Shine brunch and did not disappoint! Everything was so good we all forgot to take pictures and just ate.10/10 Pork belly tacos with ? salsa and chicaron ?The eggplant omelette perfectly smoked ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is awesome - it was unfortunately pretty empty on a Friday night and I wonder if it's just because it's new, because the food is really good and the guy who I assume is the owner is incredibly kind. There was me & a man I assume is unhoused hanging out in there, and the owner made him a plate of vegan food as he requested, and my chicken adobo plate with rice, pancit, and lumpia was hella good too. I hope more folks come in to support a small business with kind ownership and good food.
Delicious food! Especially the pancake & secret sauce ;) Check out their twist on halo-halo. Longanisa Katsu - heard was a WOW! Ate here for a privately catered party (House of Gongs). Owners are cool! Good Vibes & Family friendly. If I knew about Baba's House I would have loved to see it b/c I call my husband, "Baba" and I'm all things Baba ;) Wishing them all the success while feeding people's bellies.
Just happened to stumble into this place as they were closed but the owner Ace was kind enough to make us some of the filipino egg rolls - Lumpiang Shanghai. These were FIRE! These aren't your typical egg rolls that you've probably had at a Filipino party. These were different with his family's recipe that really made it stand out. Nothing gimmicky or "fusion" that you see at other places. 5 out of 5 Smackin! Owner was nice he said the pancit was a staple and he had some rotating spam burger and chicken skewers that I will be sure to try next time. Can't wait to try the ube cake and sisig! I think he said they cater as well. He told us to check out Babas House which was in the back upstairs. That's a whole nother review
Oxtail Quesadilla ARE YOU KIDDING ME. Give me all that. And two of the Desserts too