Bayan Ko - Chicago
Bayan Ko
Description
Bayan Ko is a Filipino-Cuban restaurant located in the charming Ravenswood neighborhood. Founded by Chef Lawrence Letrero and his partner Raquel Quadreny, the name "Bayan Ko" means "My Country" or "My Home" in Tagalog. The menu features elevated Filipino and Cuban cuisine, inspired by their family recipes and cultural backgrounds. Dishes are meant to be enjoyed family-style, creating a sense of sitting down to a meal in someone's home.
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Was Joe at Bayan Ko a mag?
I went to this restaurant with friends tonight to celebrate my birthday, and the prix fixe menu was amazing. Alfredo, our server, was fantastic - so handsome and attentive to everyone. It was a pleasure dining here. I enjoyed it so much, and it was worth every penny. View all feedback.
What Nick Jablonski dislikes about Bayan Ko:
A solid “meh” overall good, but a couple misses like the Kare Kare and Canton noodles. Maybe an off night? Stand outs included the sliders and lumpia. But flavors lacked real taste a bland peanut sauce and just lacking a Filipino punch. Very loud inside as well. View all feedback.
My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary at this restaurant last weekend and we are thrilled that we chose this place. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the food was incredibly delicious (especially the empanadas... they were out of this world!), and the staff was wonderful. We will definitely be returning to try the desserts next time!
This restaurant is fantastic. I don't understand how it only has a rating of 4.6, because it deserves a perfect 5 stars. My girlfriend and I even debated over which dish was the best (it's the lumpia).
The restaurant offers fantastic and innovative dishes with bold flavors and beautiful presentation. The service was excellent, and I can't wait to return once they obtain their liquor license.
Not very familiar with Filipino food but I enjoyed this place a lot as a fusion spot. We came in near closing but the waitress was so kind and prompt even though she was the only one in the front. The “nigiri” was seriously flavorful, but thehighlight was the white chocolate flan. Never had basil on flan but it was a genius move. The restaurant interior is cute too.
Absolutely wonderful establishment. Everything from the amazing food, cooked and presented with perfection. To Hannah with ease single handedly running the front of a packed restaurant. I just wish I could give an even higher rating to the gem of arestaurant that I have found. Thanks guys for making my night.
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Bites
Croqueta Tots$6.8Bbq Pinchos$7.8Seafood
Luglug Noodles$23.4Meat & Poultry
Bayan Lechon$12.7Short Rib Bistek$13.7Crispy Adobo Chicken Wings$11.7