Toppings Too Restaurant — Restaurant in Union City

My experience was a mixed bag. The food was undeniably delicious, but my interaction with a male matured server/cashier left a sour taste in my mouth.

All the dishes were truly impressive. Each bite was a flavor explosion and equally scrumptious. The place knows what it's doing.

However, things took a turn for the worse when this matured server/cashier came over to my table. While I appreciate enthusiasm, this owner's brand of passion crossed into intrusive territory. He dominated the conversation. The real kicker came when he started micromanaging my dining experience, insisting I order fewer dishes and serve them on plastic containers. He said I wouldn’t be able to eat them all. I order two dishes so I can take it to go. I replied to him I could’ve eaten at McDonalds, but I want to eat on real plates and use real utensils. Newsflash: if I'm capable of using a fork without guidance, let me enjoy my meal in peace!

While the food was great, the server/owner's overbearing demeanor put a damper on what could have been a fantastic dining experience. If Toppings Two Union City can work on striking a balance between attentive service and respecting customers' boundaries, I'd be more than happy to give them a glowing review. Until then, I'll recommend the food, but with a caveat: be prepared for a side...

Toppings Too is a favorite go to spot for Filipino food. This is one of several restaurants located in other areas including Toppings Juan in South San Francisco and Toppings Three in Santa Clara.

Conveniently located in a relatively quiet area of Union City, CA.

Seating is limited given the size of the restaurant although don't let that stop you from enjoying what they have to offer. There are always lines out the door; must be cooking up something sarap for sure. :)

Fast and friendly service.

I've enjoyed practically everything on the menu between various trips and frequently revisit lechon kawali, inihaw na liempo, crispy pata and grilled tocino.

Sizzling sisig will sell out fast; therefore, you may want to call in advance or just stop by to know if it's available.

This was the first place in the U.S. I tried Dinuguan rice plate at and it surely didn't dissapoint for an authenitic flavor that I remember when travelling numerous times to the Philippines.

Thanks to everyone at Toppings Too and the supporters for making this a...

Along with a couple other people in our group, it was our first time here. There were only a few tables to dine in, but we placed our orders before getting seated. We had to wait a decent amount outside, but once we got our food it was forgotten about. The food was pretty good, it reminded me of eating at an auntie or lola's house, very home-y. We ordered so many things: Lumpia, Java Rice, Fish Balls, Bistek, Inihaw na Belly Bangus, and Ginataang Gulay. I would've taken more pictures of all the entrees we ordered but I was so hungry that I forgot. Anyways, the Inihaw na Belly Bangus tasted so good, it reminded me of something I'd have at home. We ordered the Ginataang Gulay thinking that it was just vegetables because of the name and it didn't say it included pork on the menu, but it did. I wish they were clear about what they put in their entrees specifically on the menu. I just ate the sauce with vegetables and it was still very delicious. I look forward to coming back and eating here again. Maraming salamat mga...