Best Cultural Bridge Cuisine Across the US

Ox & Tiger

San Francisco, CA

“Ox & Tiger is a unique Filipino-Japanese fusion restaurant helmed by Chefs EJ Macayan and Hitomi Wada, who bring together their distinct culinary backgrounds and perspectives into one cohesive vision. The duo focuses on using fresh, local ingredients to create their innovative take on Filipino and Japanese cuisine, blending two rich culinary traditions into exciting new dishes. Their approach represents a true cultivation of their respective upbringings, resulting in a menu that bridges cultures through expertly crafted fusion cuisine.”