Jando S.
Yelp
I think it's always a huge plus when there is a place that literally specializes in one of my favorite kinds of communal meals: kamayan style. Kabayan has been around for the last few years, directly competing with nearby Filipino spots and being actually open during this pandemic.
It's somewhat obvious, but a good kamayan spread is best enjoyed with others. At roughly $35 (#1), the spread over the banana leaves include: lumpiang shanghai, chicharon bulaklak, lechon kawali, a soup, baby daing na, banghus, bbq chicken, bicol express pork, pinakbet, tocino, beef tapa, shrimp, mussels, and a mango salad. As a substitute, kare kare is also available as an extra charge. For me, it's worth it.
While the place isn't big, they're good about taking in groups of people ahead of time (call for reservations) and setting everything up upon arrival. It is a hands on experience (i.e. best enjoyed with hands); they provide wipes for the post-feast. I think they may have gloves, but I've never asked personally.
They are open during this time and are offering delivery and takeout. The truth is I wasn't their biggest fan during the initial run, but I feel that they've made some substantial improvements with food quality and customer service. My rating would be a 3.5 but I'm rounding to a 4 with the good faith that they'll continue to get better and stay consistent with their food. (#2)
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(#1) I still miss it when the prices were roughly $25. Inflation is such a jerk sometimes.
(#2) Their other location could probably benefit from this as well: https://www.yelp.com/biz/kabayan-grill-woodside