Reviews for Cabalen Filipino Cuisine

07/19/2025 - Norah B.
After searching for Filipino food in the Pinole-Hercules area for ages, I finally found a buffet-style spot with an amazing variety of freshly made dishes like guisados, chicharrones, and desserts that made choosing just two items for lunch a real challenge. The friendly staff, mostly women chefs, create a warm, homey atmosphere, and the food is consistently flavorful and comforting-my favorite has to be the tender, well-seasoned beef steak. Although it can get busy and some popular items sell out quickly, arriving early usually means I get exactly what I want, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

04/23/2024 - Ernesto Y.
I recently discovered a fantastic Filipino restaurant in the Pinole-Hercules area after a lengthy search. The buffet-style service offers a delicious selection of freshly made guisados, chicharrones, desserts, and more, making it difficult to choose just a couple of items for lunch. The all-women chef crew provides excellent customer service, creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience that I can't wait to return to.

07/24/2023 - MenuPix User
Home cooking

07/20/2023 - Joy
You can count on Cabalen's daily cooked Filipino dishes for special occasions or just for personal treat. Manyaman! You'll be back for more. Salamat Cabalen !!