Best Filipino Grilled Meats Across the US

3 restaurants serving Filipino Grilled Meats

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4.9

Ricarda's Filipino BBQ

Leeds, AL

“Ricarda's Filipino BBQ is a beloved food truck in Leeds, Alabama, earning an impressive 4.9-star rating for its authentic fire-grilled Filipino barbecue. As the owners proudly explain, "Southern BBQ is about the smoke. Ricarda's Filipino BBQ is about the fire." This distinction sets them apart, showcasing the Filipino tradition of flame-kissed meats marinated in savory-sweet sauces. Operating Friday and Saturday from 11am-5pm, this small truck delivers huge flavors with generous portions that consistently exceed expectations. The husband-and-wife team, Joselyn and her spouse, are known for their warm hospitality and passion for sharing authentic Filipino cuisine with the Birmingham area. Customers rave about the perfectly tender, juicy, and flavorful pork that melts in your mouth, complemented by marinated cucumbers and peppers that provide the perfect fresh balance. The chicken kabobs, featuring pineapple and amazing sauce, are particularly beloved. Many regulars make Ricarda's a must-stop whenever visiting Leeds, with some driving considerable distances for these authentic flavors. The food truck also caters events and has been spotted at venues like Barber Motorsports Park.”

Closed- Opens Friday at 11:00 AM

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4.5

Nanay's Best BBQ

San Diego, CA

“Nanay's Best BBQ is a Filipino restaurant in San Diego's Mira Mesa neighborhood specializing in Filipino barbecue and comfort food. The name "Nanay" (Tagalog for mother) evokes the warmth and care of Filipino home cooking. With a solid 4.5-star rating from nearly 200 reviews, Nanay's Best BBQ has established itself as a reliable destination for authentic Filipino flavors in North San Diego County. The restaurant specializes in Filipino BBQ featuring meat marinated in the characteristic sweet-savory sauce that defines Philippine grilling-pork, chicken, and beef skewers grilled to perfection with slightly charred edges and tender interiors. Beyond barbecue, Nanay's serves traditional Filipino dishes prepared with maternal care including various adobo preparations, crispy lumpia, flavorful pancit, and hearty rice meals. Their menu likely includes sisig, lechon kawali, and other Filipino favorites that pair perfectly with steamed rice or garlic fried rice. The Mira Mesa location serves San Diego's substantial Filipino-American community, including many military families and healthcare workers. Mira Mesa has historically been a hub for Filipino businesses and culture in San Diego, making Nanay's Best BBQ part of a vibrant Filipino commercial corridor. The restaurant provides both a gathering place for Filipino families seeking familiar flavors and an introduction to Filipino cuisine for San Diego's diverse population. The high rating and strong review count demonstrate consistent quality and service that keeps customers returning for taste of home.”

Closed- Opens Tomorrow at 10:00 AM

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3.9

Sally's House of Lechon, BBQ & Seafood

Arleta, CA

“Sally's House of Lechon, BBQ & Seafood brings together three essential elements of Filipino cuisine - lechon, BBQ, and seafood - under one roof in Arleta's North San Fernando Valley. Specializing in lechon (roasted pig), Sally's offers both whole roasted pigs for parties and lechon by the pound for smaller gatherings, ensuring that this Filipino celebration staple is accessible for events of any size. The restaurant's lechon features the crispy, golden skin and succulent meat that makes properly prepared lechon the star of Filipino celebrations. Beyond lechon, Sally's excels at Filipino BBQ with various grilled meats marinated in traditional Filipino seasonings, from pork and chicken skewers to other BBQ favorites. The seafood component adds variety with Filipino-style seafood preparations that might include grilled fish, seafood sinigang, or other seafood dishes prepared with Filipino flavors and techniques. The restaurant serves both dine-in customers and provides catering services for Filipino events throughout the San Fernando Valley and greater Los Angeles area. Sally's combination of specialties makes it a one-stop destination for Filipino party planning, whether customers need whole lechon, BBQ platters, or seafood additions. Located on Woodman Avenue, Sally's serves Arleta's Filipino community and surrounding neighborhoods in the North Valley. While ratings suggest room for improvement, the restaurant's focus on lechon and traditional preparations addresses an important niche in Filipino catering. For San Fernando Valley residents planning Filipino celebrations or craving authentic lechon, Sally's House of Lechon, BBQ & Seafood provides essential Filipino party elements.”

Open- Closes at 5:00 PM

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