Ba-on Filipino takeout

Ba-on Filipino takeout: Crispy bagnet. Hot bar faves. Super friendly service.

Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino takeout with hot buffet and grocery; budget-friendly (desserts around $1; plates widely described as generous and reasonably priced)

Menu Highlights:
– Bagnet/crispy deep-fried pork belly with all-purpose and vinegar sauces
– Lumpia (spring rolls) with sweet-and-sour dip
– Pork adobo with rice
– Pork stew over rice (name varies)
– Pichi-pichi, suman (~$1 each), puto, and fried plantain
– House-made spiced vinegar
– Asian/Filipino snacks, including spicy prawn chips

Service Highlights:
– Hot bar/hot buffet with rotating dishes
– Staff consistently praised as friendly, helpful, and “above and beyond”
– Generous portions and good value for money
– Guidance on baked goods and treats
– Popular items can sell out early (especially pichi-pichi)

Notes:
– One harsh report of food poisoning and concerns about food handling; most others emphasize freshness and good experiences
– Desserts and some hot items may not be available later in the day

Customers come for the crispy, twice-fried bagnet and the hot bar classics like pork adobo and pork stew over rice. Lumpia is a reliable crowd-pleaser, especially with the sweet-and-sour dip, and the house vinegar gets shout-outs for balancing all the rich, savory flavors. Folks also enjoy grabbing Filipino desserts like pichi-pichi, suman, and puto, plus snacks such as spicy prawn chips. The grocery shelves add to the appeal—diners mention finding a range of Filipino and other Asian items, with a few Middle Eastern-labeled products that spark nostalgia for some customers.

Diners enjoy the warm, welcoming service just as much as the food. People mention staff who give helpful advice about baked goods, offer kind hospitality, and generally go the extra mile. Portions are generous for the price, and the hot buffet is often called a good value. One note from regulars: certain treats, especially pichi-pichi, can sell out if you swing by later in the day.

While most feedback is enthusiastic—calling it a go-to for authentic flavors and hearty takeout—there is a single very negative review citing food poisoning and concerns about freshness. Other customers counter with repeated mentions of fresh food and consistently positive experiences, but it’s still a point some diners mention. Overall, people come back for the bagnet crunch, comforting rice plates, and the friendly vibe at the counter.