7 restaurants serving Chicken Skewers
Alice, TX
“Lumpia Express brings Filipino fast-casual dining to Jacksonville, Alabama, home to Jacksonville State University, serving students, faculty, and the local community with quick, delicious Filipino food. This express-format restaurant makes Filipino cuisine accessible and convenient for busy college students while introducing many to Filipino flavors for the first time. The menu focuses on popular items like lumpia, pancit, and rice bowls that deliver authentic flavors in student-friendly portions and prices.”
Jacksonville, AL
“Lumpia Express brings Filipino fast-casual dining to Jacksonville, Alabama, home to Jacksonville State University, serving students, faculty, and the local community with quick, delicious Filipino food. This express-format restaurant makes Filipino cuisine accessible and convenient for busy college students while introducing many to Filipino flavors for the first time. The menu focuses on popular items like lumpia, pancit, and rice bowls that deliver authentic flavors in student-friendly portions and prices. Located in a college town, Lumpia Express benefits from an adventurous, diverse customer base eager to try new cuisines. The quick-service model allows students to grab a satisfying meal between classes while also appealing to locals seeking alternatives to typical college-town dining options.”
Floresville, TX
“LumpiasWheel operates as a mobile Filipino food venture in Floresville, Texas, bringing authentic Filipino flavors to this small town southeast of San Antonio. The wheel concept suggests mobility and accessibility, taking Filipino cuisine directly to customers through a food truck or mobile operation. This business model allows LumpiasWheel to serve different locations, events, and communities throughout the area, introducing Filipino food to people who might not otherwise have access to it.”
Mesa, AZ
“Tambayan Filipino Food Truck brings Filipino street food and comfort dishes to Mesa with the mobility and accessibility of food truck operations. The name 'Tambayan' refers to a favorite hangout spot or gathering place in Tagalog, suggesting this food truck aims to be a community meeting point where Filipino food lovers gather. Located on East McKellips Road with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews, Tambayan has built a following for its Filipino offerings in the East Valley.”
Oakland, CA
“The Lumpia Company revolutionized Filipino food in the Bay Area by elevating the humble lumpia into a culinary art form, co-founded by food entrepreneur Alex Retodo and backed by legendary Bay Area rapper E-40. Since 2015, this innovative restaurant has expanded from a single location to multiple Bay Area outposts, demonstrating the mainstream appeal of creative Filipino cuisine. The Lumpia Company specializes in handcrafted lumpia-Filipino deep-fried spring rolls-offering both traditional favorites and fusion-inspired creations that push culinary boundaries. Their bestselling Bacon Cheeseburger Lumpia wraps ground beef, smoked bacon, and cheddar cheese in crispy lumpia wrapper, served with signature "moo moo" sauce combining banana ketchup, mayo, and relish. Traditional offerings include Pork & Shrimp Shanghai and Chicken Tinola Lumpia, while creative variations feature street corn, kale and mushroom, and even dessert lumpias like Peach Mango Cobbler. The Oakland Brooklyn Basin flagship location offers full restaurant service with craft beer selection, arcade games, outdoor seating, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for watching sports or gathering with friends. Beyond lumpia, the menu includes BBQ chicken skewers, adobo seasoned wings, rice plates, and Filipino-inspired sides. The Lumpia Company's success story represents the evolution of Filipino food from niche ethnic cuisine to celebrated mainstream offering, proving that Filipino flavors can compete in the fast-casual dining market. With locations throughout the Bay Area, partnerships at Oracle Park Stadium, and frozen take-home options, The Lumpia Company has become a recognized brand that introduces Filipino food to diverse audiences while maintaining the authentic flavors that Filipino-Americans love.”
Lakewood, CA
“Kainan Sa Kanto brings authentic Filipino fast-food and home cooking to Lakewood's Del Amo Boulevard, operating from an unassuming corner spot in a small strip mall that belies the delicious food within. This family-owned establishment combines a Filipino buffet-style counter service with a small grocery section carrying canned goods, frozen products, and Filipino desserts. The restaurant specializes in classic Filipino comfort foods prepared fresh daily, with generous portions that often result in leftovers for later meals. Kainan Sa Kanto has earned praise for its lechon kawali with perfectly crispy skin giving way to tender meat, authentic pancit, classically prepared chicken adobo, and BBQ skewers offering sweet and salty balance. The restaurant serves the greater Long Beach area's Filipino community and adventurous food lovers, many of whom report that the food reminds them of meals from their Lola's or Ate's cooking. The establishment operates as both a quick takeout destination and a casual dine-in spot where friendly staff help guide newcomers through the menu. With operating hours from 7am to 7pm weekdays and reduced weekend hours, Kainan Sa Kanto provides accessible Filipino cuisine to both longtime fans and first-time visitors exploring the vibrant flavors of the Philippines.”
Royal Palm Beach, FL
“Kabayan Restaurant stands as a cherished mom-and-pop establishment celebrating authentic Filipino cuisine in South Florida. The restaurant offers an extensive menu featuring traditional Filipino favorites from savory Kare-kare to crispy pata, with each dish reflecting the rich culinary heritage of the Philippines in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With a focus on freshness and homemade quality, Kabayan showcases generous portions of dishes like ginataang langka and lechon kawali, complemented by a small grocery section where customers can purchase Filipino snacks and ingredients. The restaurant has earned praise for its friendly service and community feel, with many customers noting it feels like dining at home. Kabayan offers multiple dining options including dine-in, delivery, takeout, outdoor seating, and catering services, making it convenient for families and group gatherings.”
