3 restaurants serving Kamayan Feasts
Los Angeles, CA
“Bamboo Bistro has earned exceptional recognition in Los Angeles's Filipino dining scene, offering authentic Filipino home cooking in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like visiting a Filipino friend's home. Located in Panorama City in the San Fernando Valley, the restaurant serves affordably priced Filipino cuisine featuring all the greatest hits�"from kare-kare and pork tocino to pancit bihon and crispy pata. Bamboo Bistro distinguishes itself by offering kamayan-style dining, where entrées are served on banana leaves and guests eat with their hands in the traditional Filipino manner. The restaurant prepares comforting soups like tinola, sinigang, and chicken sotanghon, alongside hard-to-find dishes like fried bangus (milkfish) served with spiced palm vinegar. Featured by The Infatuation and praised for food that tastes like it was made by a friend's mom, Bamboo Bistro has become a Valley treasure for both Filipino families seeking authentic home cooking and food enthusiasts discovering genuine Filipino cuisine. The restaurant also offers weekend breakfast and lunch buffets, karaoke nights, and private event space.”
Columbus, OH
“Bonifacio stands as Columbus's premier modern Filipino restaurant, offering unapologetically authentic Filipino cuisine with emphasis on quality ingredients and contemporary presentation. Opened in 2016 by Krizzia Yanga (also owner of Red Velvet Cafe), Bonifacio arrived at the perfect moment as Filipino cuisine gained national recognition, becoming the first Filipino restaurant in Columbus to establish itself as a full-service, full-bar destination. The restaurant is home to Columbus's first Kamayan and hosts monthly kamayan dinners�"traditional family-style experiential events where food is served on banana leaves and eaten with hands. Featured on Food Network and praised for preserving authentic Filipino cuisine while elevating it through modern techniques, Bonifacio offers multiple dining experiences including brunch, lunch, dinner, and bar menus. Located in the Grandview neighborhood, the trendy yet cozy restaurant serves creative dishes like Lechon Kawali with crispy pork belly, specialty cocktails featuring Filipino ingredients, and fusion items that showcase Filipino flavors through contemporary presentations. With 4.8 ratings and passionate local following, Bonifacio has established Filipino cuisine in Central Ohio while competing successfully in Columbus's diverse dining landscape.”
Anaheim, CA
“Lolas By MFK (Modern Filipino Kitchen) represents a contemporary take on traditional Filipino cuisine in Anaheim, blending classic recipes with modern culinary techniques and presentation. This restaurant elevates Filipino food beyond the traditional turo-turo style, offering diners an upscale yet approachable Filipino dining experience. The menu features both beloved comfort food classics and innovative dishes that showcase the versatility and sophistication of Filipino cuisine.”
