50 restaurants serving Lumpia Chicken
Granbury, TX
“Ka-On Grill Filipino Cuisine Food Truck brings authentic Filipino flavors to Granbury and the surrounding North Texas region, operating as a mobile kitchen that serves this small lakeside community. With a perfect rating and growing customer base, Ka-On Grill demonstrates how Filipino food trucks are spreading Filipino cuisine beyond urban centers into smaller Texas towns. The food truck specializes in Filipino grilled items and traditional dishes, offering the smoky, caramelized flavors of Filipino BBQ alongside classic comfort foods. Granbury, known for its historic town square and Brazos River reservoir, attracts both locals and tourists who are increasingly seeking diverse dining options beyond traditional Texas fare. Ka-On Grill fills this need while serving any Filipino residents in the Hood County area who crave authentic home-style cooking. The food truck model allows Ka-On to operate flexibly, potentially serving different locations, events, and festivals throughout the region. The name 'Ka-On' likely refers to 'kaon,' the Visayan word meaning 'to eat,' inviting customers to enjoy Filipino cuisine. Operating in a small Texas town shows the expanding reach of Filipino food culture into unexpected markets, introducing Filipino flavors to areas where they might otherwise be unavailable.”
Crofton, MD
“Isla Pacific Grocery serves Crofton with Filipino cuisine, bringing island flavors to local community. Operating in Crofton provides Filipino families access to authentic dishes and introduces diverse audiences to Filipino food.”
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.”
Garwood, NJ
“BK Private Dining & Catering has earned perfect recognition for Filipino private dining and catering services in New Jersey, achieving a 5.0 rating through exceptional food quality and professional event service. Specializing in Filipino cuisine for private events, parties, and celebrations, BK Private Dining brings restaurant-quality Filipino food to homes and venues throughout the area. The catering service prepares authentic Filipino dishes using quality ingredients and traditional methods, ensuring celebrations feature genuine Filipino flavors and professional presentation. With perfect ratings, BK Private Dining has built a reputation for reliability, quality, and the ability to execute Filipino catering at the highest level. The business represents successful Filipino food entrepreneurship focused on bringing Filipino cuisine to special occasions and private gatherings.”
Phoenix, AZ
“Filipino Fusion brings the heart of the Philippines to Phoenix's desert Southwest at their Thunderbird Road location, blending traditional Filipino recipes with contemporary twists to create a dining destination where heritage and innovation meet. Their menu showcases the soulful essence of Filipino cooking with dishes crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes that define authentic Filipino cuisine. The warm, vibrant atmosphere is designed for sharing meals and making memories, with every visit feeling like a celebration of community and cultural hospitality.”
Rochester, NY
“R E A S T U specializes in authentic slow-roasted whole lechon with perfectly crisp golden skin and melt-in-your-mouth savory pork belly, alongside traditional Filipino favorites like handcrafted lumpia and specialty desserts. Located on East Main Street in Rochester, NY, they offer elaborate Christmas Eve packages and party trays that showcase their expertise in Filipino celebration cuisine. Their signature items include house-made ube cakes with halaya filling and mango float, representing both classic comfort foods and festive Filipino specialties.”
Rolla, MO
“Filipino Favorites earns perfect 5.0-star rating bringing exceptional authentic Filipino cuisine to Rolla, home to Missouri University of Science and Technology. This restaurant has discovered enthusiastic reception in college town setting, serving Filipino students, faculty, and curious locals discovering island flavors. The menu showcases traditional preparations done exceptionally well, with reviews praising generous portions, quality ingredients, and authentic seasoning that creates memorable dining experiences. Operating Tuesday through Saturday from 11am-6pm, the restaurant maintains focus on quality over quantity, ensuring each dish meets high standards. Signature items like lumpia receive particular acclaim for their perfect crispness and flavorful filling, while combo meals provide excellent value for college students. The perfect rating reflects both exceptional food quality and warm service that makes everyone feel welcome, whether they're homesick Filipino students or Missourians trying Filipino food for the first time. For Rolla's Filipino community--largely connected to the university--Filipino Favorites provides essential cultural connection in small Missouri college town where international dining options are limited. The restaurant introduces broader Rolla community to Filipino cuisine, with reviews noting how much the area needed this cultural diversity. Filipino Favorites fills important role in university town by bringing authentic international flavors that enrich campus life while serving as gathering place for Filipino students far from home who finally have access to properly prepared Filipino food that tastes like family cooking in unexpected Missouri location.”
Eveleth, MN
“Kuya Vinny's offers Filipino catering services in Eveleth from its location in Minnesota. With a perfect 5.0 rating, Kuya Vinny's has earned exceptional recognition. The catering service brings Filipino cuisine to events and gatherings in northern Minnesota.”
Santa Ana, CA
“Banger Lumpia has earned exceptional recognition in Orange County for bringing creative Filipino fusion to events and gatherings through their catering services. Specializing in lumpia with innovative twists alongside traditional Filipino favorites, Banger Lumpia combines authentic Filipino flavors with California culinary creativity. The catering service offers both classic Filipino dishes and modern interpretations, appealing to Filipino communities seeking familiar flavors and mainstream audiences discovering Filipino cuisine for the first time. With a perfect 5.0 rating, Banger Lumpia has built a reputation for quality food, professional service, and the ability to introduce Filipino cuisine at parties, corporate events, and celebrations throughout Southern California. The business represents the new generation of Filipino food entrepreneurs who honor tradition while embracing innovation and accessibility.”
Aldie, VA
“Aldie Pandesal LLC brings authentic Filipino bakery traditions to Northern Virginia, specializing in freshly baked pandesal and unique purple yam (ube) creations. Their signature Ube Cheese Pandesal is their #1 seller, while they also craft handmade spreads, sauces, and traditional Filipino pastries using authentic recipes and fresh ingredients like Ratalu yams.”
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.”
Beverly, WV
“Gingrollsandpancit operates with perfect 5.0-star rating in Beverly, West Virginia, bringing exceptional Filipino cuisine to unexpected Appalachian location. This restaurant has achieved rare perfect rating in small West Virginia town, demonstrating extraordinary quality that satisfies both Filipino Americans and curious locals. The playful name combining egg rolls (lumpia) and pancit suggests approachable Filipino food prepared with excellence.”
San Antonio, TX
“Imelda's Food Fiesta serves San Antonio earning perfect 5.0 rating across 51 reviews, bringing exceptional Filipino cuisine to Texas with outstanding quality and service. The perfect rating demonstrates consistent excellence impressing customers. Operating in San Antonio serves Texas Filipino community including military-connected families from nearby bases.”
Los Angeles, CA
“Silog Rice Above brings Filipino breakfast culture to the Westwood area of Los Angeles, specializing in the beloved silog meal format that has become synonymous with Filipino comfort food. The restaurant's name cleverly references both the silog dishes that form their menu foundation and the phrase "rise above," suggesting ambitions that transcend simple breakfast service. Silog combinations-portmanteaus combining garlic fried rice (sinangag), egg (itlog), and various proteins-represent the quintessential Filipino breakfast that has evolved into an all-day dining phenomenon. The restaurant likely offers classic variations including tapsilog with marinated beef tapa, longsilog with sweet Filipino sausage, bangsilog with crispy milkfish, tocinosilog with sweet cured pork, and porksilog with marinated pork. Each plate arrives with the essential components: fragrant garlic rice that provides the aromatic foundation, a perfectly fried sunny-side-up egg, and your choice of protein, often accompanied by pickled vegetables and vinegar-based dipping sauces. This format represents Filipino ingenuity in creating satisfying, balanced meals that fuel the day while remaining accessible and affordable. Silog Rice Above serves the UCLA area and surrounding Westwood neighborhoods, providing students, professionals, and residents with hearty Filipino meals in a casual, approachable setting. The restaurant contributes to the growing presence of Filipino food in Los Angeles, introducing the silog tradition to diverse audiences while serving as a comfort food destination for Filipino-Americans craving the familiar flavors of home.”
Brattleboro, VT
“Halo Hollow brings Filipino cuisine to Brattleboro, Vermont, earning perfect rating as remarkable Filipino restaurant presence in New England state where Filipino food is extremely rare. The 'hollow' name plays on halo-halo while suggesting cozy, tucked-away location in rural Vermont. Operating in Brattleboro represents extraordinary Filipino entrepreneurship, as Filipino restaurants in Vermont are virtually nonexistent. The perfect rating across 15 reviews indicates exceptional quality impressing Vermont customers discovering Filipino cuisine. Vermont's tiny Filipino population creates niche market, but restaurant likely succeeds through quality attracting broader Vermont foodie community. Brattleboro's progressive, foodie-friendly culture creates receptive audience for ethnic cuisines including Filipino food. The restaurant introduces Filipino flavors to New England customers while serving essential cultural connection for Vermont's isolated Filipino families. Halo Hollow likely features carefully curated menu introducing Filipino favorites to unfamiliar audiences with thoughtful descriptions and welcoming approach. Operating in rural Vermont requires educating customers about Filipino cuisine while maintaining authentic preparations. The restaurant represents Filipino culinary ambassadorship, bringing Filipino food to one of America's most unlikely markets. Halo Hollow's success validates Filipino cuisine's universal appeal when prepared with quality and presented thoughtfully.”
Fresno, CA
“The Philippine Kitchen serves "Filipino soul and street food" in Fresno with an exceptional 4.9-star rating from 54 reviews. This small, locally-owned family business brings authentic Filipino comfort food and street food favorites to California's Central Valley, where Filipino agricultural workers have been an integral part of the community since the early 1900s. The restaurant operates daily (closed Fridays) from 8am-9pm, serving Filipino breakfast all day alongside lunch and dinner options. The Philippine Kitchen emphasizes its turo-turo (point-point) format, allowing customers to see dishes before ordering-perfect for first-timers who can ask questions and sample new flavors. Reviewers consistently praise the restaurant as "legitimately authentic" with "really good prices" and "generous portions." The "aunty and uncle" who run the restaurant are noted for their kindness and helpfulness, letting curious customers try items before ordering. This personal approach creates a welcoming environment where Filipino cuisine becomes accessible to all. The Philippine Kitchen's extensive dessert menu features Filipino favorites like turon, carioca, kutsinta, and halo-halo-treats rarely found outside Filipino communities. The restaurant posts daily offerings on Facebook, keeping customers informed about fresh preparations and specials. With the highest rating (4.9) of Fresno's Filipino restaurants, The Philippine Kitchen has become the go-to destination for authentic Filipino food in the Central Valley, serving both the Filipino community and introducing Filipino cuisine to Fresno's diverse population.”
Spokane, WA
“Island Style Food & BBQ serves Spokane earning exceptional 4.9 rating across 511 reviews, bringing outstanding Filipino cuisine to Washington's Inland Empire with passionate following. Operating in Spokane positions restaurant to serve Eastern Washington's Filipino community with authentic island flavors. The exceptional rating demonstrates consistent quality earning devoted customer loyalty in market where Filipino restaurants are rare.”
Napa, CA
“Carabao represents a groundbreaking milestone for Filipino cuisine, bringing Michelin-trained Chef Jade Cunningham's refined yet accessible vision to Napa Valley as the region's first Filipino restaurant. Named after the Philippines' national animal, the water buffalo symbolizing strength and perseverance, Carabao opened in 2025 after three years of sold-out pop-ups that proved Napa's appetite for elevated Filipino food. Chef Jade, who grew up in Bulacan and trained at The French Laundry, blends her childhood flavors with fine-dining techniques learned from Thomas Keller's legendary kitchen. The intimate 50-seat dining room features soft pink and jade green tones, fresh plants, and rattan baskets that evoke Philippine rice fields, while murals by Filipino artist Marielle Atanacio celebrate cultural heritage. Founded in partnership with her husband Mathew Cunningham and the Gonzales Family Fund, Carabao serves as both restaurant and platform for Filipino culinary arts advancement. The menu reimagines classics with precision and artistry - arroz caldo becomes chicken confit porridge with local organic ingredients, pancit features hand-rolled noodles with seasonal vegetables, and sisig tacos arrive topped with quail eggs. Tortang talong pairs with smoked coconut bechamel and marinated cherry tomatoes, while sweet spaghetti uses Wagyu hot dog Bolognese. Traditional dishes like kare-kare, lumpia, lechon, and inasal showcase bold Filipino flavors through refined presentations. The curated wine list features Napa Valley selections that complement the cuisine's complexity. Reservations through Resy fill quickly for dinner service Tuesday through Saturday, with weekend lunch available. Carabao's 4.9 rating reflects exceptional execution that honors tradition while pushing boundaries. This restaurant doesn't replace home cooking but celebrates it through a lens that positions Filipino cuisine on the global fine-dining stage where it belongs.”
Beeville, TX
“Beeville Pancit has earned exceptional recognition in South Texas for Filipino cuisine, achieving an outstanding 4.9 rating through quality cooking and authentic flavors. Specializing in pancit�"the beloved Filipino noodle dish�"the restaurant brings Filipino food to Beeville, a smaller Texas community where Filipino cuisine is relatively rare. Beeville Pancit prepares traditional Filipino dishes with care and authenticity, earning passionate loyalty from customers who appreciate genuine Filipino cooking in an unexpected location. The restaurant's exceptional ratings reflect its success in maintaining consistent quality and authentic flavors that satisfy Filipino customers while introducing others to Filipino cuisine. As a Filipino food presence in rural Texas, Beeville Pancit serves both the local Filipino community and curious diners discovering Filipino food for the first time.”
Redding, CA
“Granny's Grill is a beloved Filipino food truck bringing authentic home-style cooking to Redding's growing Filipino community. With an exceptional 4.9-star rating from nearly 40 reviews, this mobile eatery has quickly become a cherished source of traditional Filipino comfort food in Northern California's Shasta County region. The food truck serves classic Filipino dishes prepared with the care and authenticity of a Filipino grandmother's kitchen.”
Mounds View, MN
“KUSINA A Pinoy Turo Turo Restaurant has become the Twin Cities' premier authentic Filipino dining destination since opening in August 2022 in Mounds View, Minnesota. The restaurant name translates perfectly to its concept: 'Kusina' means 'kitchen' in Cebuano, 'Pinoy' is short for Filipino, and 'Turo Turo' means 'point point'-describing the walk-up quick-serve cafeteria style where customers point to selections for dine-in or takeout. Led by Executive Chef Jailin Tabares who grew up in Bato, Toledo City, Cebu, the restaurant showcases authentic family recipes passed down through generations, prepared with love as Tabares learned cooking from her parents in rural Philippines where they picked vegetables from their backyard and filleted fish fresh from the ocean. The restaurant operates next door to Filipino Village Grocery Store, creating a Filipino food destination in Mounds View. With exceptional 4.9 rating from nearly 600 reviews, KUSINA has earned reputation for generous portions, incredibly fresh food, and warm Filipino hospitality where owners Scott and Jailin treat customers like family. The menu features comprehensive Cebuano-Filipino offerings including the famous Halo Halo Party ($48), crispy pata in multiple sizes, freshly made lumpia, traditional Filipino desserts (turon, kutsinta, palitaw, leche flan, ube cassava), and savory dishes like chicken adobo, bicol express, pinakbet, humba, and halang halang manok. Customers consistently praise the authentic flavors that remind Filipino-Americans of home cooking-'tanan perting lamia jud' (all the food is delicious). The restaurant's atmosphere feels homey and welcoming, with unique decor making diners feel transported to the Philippines. KUSINA demonstrates strong community commitment by donating 50% of tips and percentage of sales to Tumbler of Hope in the Philippines and supporting Foundation for Philippine Medical Missions (FPMM), providing medical care to communities in need. Operating Wednesday through Sunday 11am-7pm, KUSINA has quickly become essential infrastructure for Minnesota's Filipino community while introducing authentic Cebuano cuisine to curious diners seeking genuine Filipino flavors.”
Santa Maria, CA
“Capuno's Lutong Bahay is a remarkable family-owned Filipino restaurant in Santa Maria with an exceptional 4.9-star rating. Opened in December 2023 by Raul and Jonah Capuno after leaving longstanding careers in healthcare, "Lutong Bahay" means "home-cooked" in Tagalog-perfectly capturing the restaurant's mission to share authentic Filipino home cooking. The Capunos took over from Jade's Filipino Food, making Capuno's one of only two Filipino restaurants in all of Santa Barbara County. Every recipe comes from generations of family tradition, combining specialties from Raul's hometown in Candelaria, Quezon Province and Jonah's roots in Bacolod, Negros Occidental. The restaurant serves strictly traditional, authentic Filipino dishes tested through years of family cooking-the same food their four daughters grew up eating. Signature items include lumpia made by Jonah, pancit with sweet-spicy sauce, chicken adobo braised in soy sauce and vinegar, crispy pata, chicken skewers with homemade BBQ sauce, and pinoy spaghetti with sweet tomato sauce and banana ketchup. All combo meals include rice, pancit, and lumpia. The restaurant also serves ube (purple yam) desserts including crinkle cookies, cheesecake, and pandesal, plus halo-halo and leche flan. Named "Best Lunch" by Santa Maria Times in 2025, Capuno's rapidly grew from two tables to expanding into adjacent spaces-adding more dining room and planning a Filipino bakery. The family operation includes their daughters and son-in-law, all working together in the kitchen. Capuno's offers full catering services requiring one-week advance notice. For Santa Maria's community, Capuno's provides authentic Filipino flavors that remind diners of home, served with genuine Filipino hospitality.”
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.”
Burnsville, MN
“Manila Sizzling Wok and Grill operates in the Burnsville Center food court, bringing Filipino cuisine to Minnesota shoppers with quick-service format emphasizing sizzling dishes and grilled specialties. This food court location provides accessible Filipino food to mall visitors in the Twin Cities suburbs. The sizzling wok designation highlights Filipino dishes served on hot plates that continue cooking at the table, creating dramatic presentation.”
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.”
“Manila Sunset Los Angeles operates at 188 S Vermont Avenue as one of the original locations in the Manila Sunset chain founded by Ben and Lorna Halili in 1985 on Los Angeles's Sunset Boulevard, inspiring the restaurant's iconic name. This establishment serves the historic Filipino Town and Koreatown neighborhoods, maintaining the family's commitment to rare Filipino specialties rarely found even in the Philippines, including their famous pancit Malabon prepared from a well-guarded recipe from the fishing village of Malabon, plus bibingkang galapong and puto bumbong-traditional Christmas delicacies normally found only in Philippine church plazas during the holiday season. The Los Angeles location carries special significance as the birthplace of the Manila Sunset concept, originally intended to serve Filipinos in America who missed these traditional foods, later gaining popularity across all cultures. The restaurant evokes nostalgic feelings of sunset at Manila Bay, bringing memories of home-cooked meals and traditional Filipino celebrations.”
Brunswick, GA
“Adobo Queens serves authentic Philippine cuisine from their welcoming location on Altama Avenue in Brunswick, Georgia, earning rave reviews for dishes like pork adobo, lumpia, and chicken pancit. The restaurant creates a cute, inviting atmosphere where the friendly owners personally connect with customers, building a loyal following who praise both the delicious, authentic flavors and the warm hospitality. With offerings ranging from traditional comfort foods like Bangsilog and Beef Mami to popular favorites like chicken fried rice and wings, Adobo Queens has become a go-to destination for both Filipino cuisine enthusiasts and newcomers to the flavors.”
Minot, ND
“Kainan Filipino Restaurant opened in early 2025 as North Dakota's only sit-down Filipino restaurant, bringing authentic Filipino cuisine to Minot's Magic City. The name 'Kainan' translates to a place to eat in Tagalog, and this establishment delivers exactly that with traditional home-cooked Filipino favorites. Minot's Filipino community, though small, has deep connections to the area's military presence at Minot Air Force Base, creating sustained demand for authentic Filipino food. Kainan serves generous portions of fresh, made-to-order Filipino dishes at reasonable prices, with customers frequently taking home leftovers from the large servings. The restaurant specializes in classic Filipino dishes including the best-selling chicken sisig, crispy lumpia shanghai, flavorful adobo varieties, tender lechon kawali, pancit with optional spice levels, and pork and shrimp siomai. Manager Alexsandr Park and his team provide friendly, welcoming service, walking newcomers through the menu and explaining unfamiliar dishes. The restaurant features authentic Filipino desserts including ube flan, leche flan, and turon ala mode. Despite technical challenges during their soft opening with a crowd of 70 guests, the staff maintained professionalism and delivered excellent food that customers praise as the best Filipino cuisine in Minot. Operating Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 9pm, Kainan has quickly become essential infrastructure for Minot's Filipino community while introducing North Dakotans to Filipino flavors.”
Clemmons, NC
“Island Cuisine Clemmons serves Clemmons with Filipino cuisine, bringing island flavors to local community. Operating in Clemmons provides Filipino families access to authentic dishes and introduces diverse audiences to Filipino food.”
Atlanta, GA
“Estrellita has achieved remarkable recognition as Atlanta's first full-service Filipino restaurant, earning Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand designation in both 2023 and 2024 and becoming the only Filipino Bib Gourmand restaurant on the East Coast. Located in Atlanta's historic Grant Park neighborhood near Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthplace, this boutique Filipino restaurant is co-owned by Hope Webb and Chef Walter Cortado, who bring family recipes from Pampanga--the culinary capital of the Philippines--to Georgia. The intimate 20-seat space creates a modern, welcoming atmosphere where Chef Walter prepares his mother's traditional recipes. Michelin inspectors praised dishes like Cebu-style lechon kawali (crispy pork belly rolled with lemongrass, green onion, and garlic), beef lumpia, and traditional Filipino favorites including adobo, sinigang, and bistek. The restaurant operates walk-in only. Estrellita's success represents a watershed moment for Filipino cuisine in the South, demonstrating that authentic Filipino food prepared with excellence can earn critical acclaim.”
Bethlehem, PA
“Inihaw Filipino Barbecue specializes in Filipino BBQ and inihaw (grilled) traditions serving Bethlehem with authentic charcoal-grilled meats and traditional marinades. The inihaw focus creates specialty positioning showcasing Filipino grilling culture central to celebrations and family gatherings. Operating in Bethlehem serves local Filipino community plus curious diners discovering Filipino BBQ through focused restaurant concept.”
Mt Laurel Township, NJ
“Manila Cafe & Asian Mart has established itself as a beloved destination for authentic Filipino cuisine and groceries in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, serving the Philadelphia metro area with turo-turo style point-and-order counter service. This combination restaurant and Asian grocery store offers an extensive selection of traditional Filipino dishes alongside a well-stocked market featuring Filipino pantry staples, snacks, and specialty items that are difficult to find elsewhere, including ube-flavored polvoron cookies. The venue has earned particular praise for its affordable pricing-with fried rice plates with two meats available for just $12-generous portions, and authentic home-style cooking that attracts both the local Filipino community and military families from nearby Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Operating since the early 2010s, Manila Cafe features signature dishes like pancit, pork sisig, halo-halo dessert, and special Sunday Filipino breakfast service starting at 8 AM with longanisa, chicken tocino, beef tapa, and omelets. The establishment's Boodle Fight offerings for parties and friendly, quick service from welcoming staff have made it a neighborhood favorite, with customers regularly making it a monthly destination and noting that the presence of many Filipino diners confirms the authenticity of the cuisine.”
Pittsburg, CA
“Lutong Bahay (literally "home cooking" in Tagalog) brings authentic Filipino home-style cuisine to Pittsburg, California, offering the warmth and flavors of a Filipino family kitchen. This beloved mom-and-pop restaurant at 3811 Railroad Ave has earned a devoted local following for its genuine hospitality and traditional recipes that taste like they came straight from a Filipino grandmother's kitchen. The small, unpretentious space with just two tables emphasizes takeout service, but the food quality and authentic flavors make it a destination for Filipino families throughout the East Bay. The staff creates a personal connection with regular customers, asking about family members and building relationships that extend beyond transactions. Beyond their daily menu, Lutong Bahay also offers homemade Filipino cookies, ube crinkles, and pastries that showcase traditional baking. The restaurant exemplifies the definition of a local business where food is prepared with love and customers are treated like family.”
Mountain Home, ID
“Lumpia Xpress brings authentic Filipino and Asian-Pacific cuisine to Mountain Home, Idaho, featuring hand-rolled lumpia made from a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. Each Classic Golden Lumpia is hand-filled with savory meat and vegetables, wrapped tight for maximum crunch, and fried to golden perfection, creating instantly addictive rolls that have become the cornerstone of their made-to-order adventure. This family-owned establishment combines traditional Filipino flavors with modern convenience, offering everything from comfort-style Pancit and bold Yakisoba to island-style Spam Musubi and refreshing Boba Tea.”
Beltsville, MD
“Manila Mart is a Filipino restaurant and market in Beltsville, MD that recently underwent a complete redesign, combining traditional Filipino dining with a comprehensive grocery section featuring hard-to-find Filipino ingredients and desserts. They specialize in signature dishes like their celebrated Halo-Halo made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, crispy Lumpia, and authentic comfort foods prepared with care. What sets them apart is their dual concept as both restaurant and market, offering everything from hot meals to specialty Filipino groceries and sweets under one roof.”
Hartford, CT
“Isabela Bakery serves Hartford, Connecticut with Filipino baked goods, providing essential bakery services to Connecticut's Filipino community. Operating in Hartford positions bakery to serve Filipino families throughout Connecticut seeking fresh Filipino breads and pastries.”
Chicago, IL
“Bayan Ko Diner serves as the casual counterpart to the acclaimed Michelin-recognized Bayan Ko restaurant, offering approachable Filipino-Cuban cuisine in an all-day diner format. Created by husband-and-wife team Chef Lawrence Letrero and Raquel Quadreny, the diner provides accessible versions of their celebrated fusion dishes without the formality of a tasting menu. The welcoming, positive atmosphere makes it a community gathering space in Ravenswood where friends and families can enjoy delicious Filipino-Cuban fusion without the upscale commitment.”
Kahului, HI
“Balai Pata brings Filipino cuisine to Maui's Filipino community and food enthusiasts, serving authentic Filipino favorites in the heart of Kahului. The restaurant specializes in crispy pata and other traditional Filipino dishes that showcase the rich, bold flavors characteristic of Philippine cooking. Balai Pata prepares each dish using traditional methods and authentic seasonings, creating food that resonates with Filipino families while introducing Hawaii's diverse population to Filipino culinary traditions.”
Port Hueneme, CA
“Broasted Chicken specializes in pressure-fried chicken with Filipino seasonings and flavors, serving the naval community in Port Hueneme with Filipino-style fried chicken. The restaurant focuses on broasted chicken�"pressure-cooked fried chicken that achieves unique texture and flavor�"prepared with Filipino seasonings alongside complementary Filipino dishes. Broasted Chicken serves the substantial Filipino military families stationed at Naval Base Ventura County while appealing to all chicken lovers seeking quality fried chicken with Filipino touches. The restaurant's specialty reflects Filipino love for fried chicken while the broasting technique creates distinctive results that set it apart from standard fried chicken establishments. Strong ratings demonstrate consistent quality and the appeal of Filipino-seasoned broasted chicken.”
San Francisco, CA
“Fili-Taste Grill & Restaurant brings authentic Filipino grilled specialties and traditional dishes to San Francisco, earning a solid 4.6-star rating in the city's competitive dining scene. This restaurant focuses on the beloved barbecue skewers and grilled meats that are central to Filipino celebrations while offering comprehensive menu options that showcase the archipelago's diverse culinary traditions. The grill produces marinated pork and chicken skewers with the sweet-savory glazes that characterize Filipino BBQ, along with other grilled specialties prepared with traditional techniques. Beyond grilled items, the menu features classic preparations of adobo, sinigang, pancit, and other beloved dishes that represent the best of Filipino home cooking. Located in a city with strong Filipino community presence, Fili-Taste serves both Filipino Americans seeking authentic flavors and San Francisco's adventurous food culture eager to explore different cuisines. The restaurant balances traditional preparation with contemporary presentation, making Filipino food accessible while respecting its cultural origins. For San Francisco's Filipino community, Fili-Taste provides the grilled specialties and familiar dishes that connect to island memories and family traditions. The focus on both grilled specialties and classic favorites creates comprehensive Filipino dining experience that satisfies various cravings, from quick lunches to family dinners that celebrate Filipino food traditions in the Bay Area's diverse culinary landscape.”
Kensington, MD
“Kuya Ja's Lechon Belly specializes in Cebu-style boneless lechon belly, founded by Chef Javier Fernandez who was born on the island of Cebu, renowned worldwide for having the best lechon. After traveling throughout Cebu to perfect his technique, Chef Ja ("Kuya" meaning "big brother") created his signature boneless pork belly masterpiece with impossibly crispy skin and succulent meat that captures authentic Cebuano flavors. The fast-casual restaurant has earned extraordinary recognition including Food & Wine Magazine's Best Place to Eat Filipino Food in Maryland, Eater DC's 38 Standout Dining Destinations, RAMMYS finalist nominations, Washingtonian Best of Washington, and an invitation to cook at the James Beard House. Starting as a weekend pop-up that grew into a beloved destination with serious crowds and loyal fans, Kuya Ja's serves family-style Filipino dishes including famous Fili Wings with adobo glaze, Arroz Caldo chicken porridge, Pork Belly Sisig, and Tortang Talong eggplant omelette, all reflecting Chef Ja's passion for authentic Filipino flavors.”
Doraville, GA
“Kamayan ATL has transformed from beloved pop-up to one of Atlanta's most celebrated Filipino restaurants since 2018, earning Michelin Guide recognition and expansion plans that reflect its serious fanbase. Founded by owners Mia Orino and Carlo Gan who yearned to share Filipino food the way their nanay (mother) made it, Kamayan operates on Buford Highway's Asian Square with tropical island decor and tight but homey table arrangements that create bustling, authentic atmosphere. The name 'kamayan'-Tagalog for 'by hand'-references the traditional Filipino communal dining style, and the restaurant offers both traditional boodle fight feasts (which must be pre-booked) and individual family-style ordering. Reservations are essential as crowds signal arrival at this James Beard-recognized establishment. The menu balances Filipino classics with regional specialties, featuring perfectly prepared sinigang with tender pork ribs in tamarind broth, crispy lumpia always a hit, impressive kare-kare with beef and essential bagoong side, sizzling sisig, lechon kawali, and spectacular whole fried pompano. Kamayan's efficiency from pop-up days translates to restaurant operations pumping out delicious food quickly while maintaining quality. The restaurant partners with local Filipino bakery Hapag for desserts including halo-halo with spectacular toppings. With plans for expansion including beer and wine license and additional space for supporting other pop-ups, Kamayan ATL represents Filipino cuisine's growing prominence in Atlanta's diverse food scene.”
El Paso, TX
“Halo Halo Filipino Food serves El Paso with exceptional ratings, bringing authentic Filipino cuisine to Texas-Mexico border community where Filipino restaurants are rare. The restaurant's name emphasizes Filipino dessert while offering comprehensive menu earning passionate loyalty. Operating in El Paso positions restaurant to serve military-connected Filipino community from Fort Bliss alongside border region residents discovering Filipino cuisine. The outstanding 4.6 rating across 275 reviews demonstrates exceptional quality and service making Halo Halo essential destination for West Texas Filipino families. El Paso's location on border creates unique cultural environment where Filipino cuisine joins Mexican and Southwestern traditions. The restaurant serves Fort Bliss's substantial Filipino military spouse population seeking authentic flavors far from major Filipino population centers. Halo Halo's success in remote border city validates Filipino cuisine's appeal when prepared with quality and authenticity. The restaurant likely features comprehensive Filipino menu from breakfast through dinner plus signature halo-halo dessert. Operating in El Paso requires serving as Filipino cultural anchor for isolated community hundreds of miles from nearest Filipino restaurants. Halo Halo represents Filipino resilience establishing excellent restaurant in unlikely border location, earning devoted following through consistent quality.”
Miami, FL
“Lan Halo Halo Snack Shack serves Miami's Filipino community with authentic Filipino cuisine from its location in Florida. With a strong 4.6 rating, Lan Halo Halo Snack Shack has built recognition. The restaurant prepares traditional Filipino dishes that serve both nostalgic Filipinos seeking authentic flavors and curious diners exploring Filipino cuisine. Lan Halo Halo Snack Shack provides essential access to Filipino food in the Miami area, specializing in the beloved Filipino dessert halo-halo.”
Corpus Christi, TX
“Little Manila Lumpia House serves Corpus Christi's Filipino community with authentic Filipino cuisine from its location in Texas. With a strong 4.6 rating from over 707 reviews, Little Manila Lumpia House has built exceptional recognition. Specializing in lumpia and traditional Filipino dishes, the restaurant has become a beloved destination in Corpus Christi. Little Manila Lumpia House provides essential access to Filipino food in the Corpus Christi area, serving the substantial Filipino community in South Texas.”
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.”
Goose Creek, SC
“Lumpia House specializes in authentic Filipino comfort food, crafting traditional dishes with fresh ingredients and family recipes that celebrate Filipino heritage. Their signature crispy lumpia spring rolls filled with seasoned meat and vegetables are fried to golden perfection, while dishes like sizzling sisig and slow-cooked chicken adobo capture the bold, vibrant flavors that remind customers of home-cooked meals. Located in Goose Creek near Joint Base Charleston, they serve the military community and locals with generous portions of traditional Filipino favorites made with love and authentic techniques.”
Bremerton, WA
“Lumpia Factory has earned a devoted following in Bremerton, Washington, specializing in expertly fried lumpia and traditional Filipino dishes served in a casual, takeout-focused setting. Located at 417 Park Ave, this family-run establishment is known for its consistently crispy lumpia available in both pork and beef varieties, offered fresh-fried or frozen for home preparation. The sweet elderly couple who own and operate the business create a warm, personal atmosphere that keeps customers returning regularly. Despite its small storefront, Lumpia Factory delivers big on flavor and value, with combination plates featuring adobo, pancit, and generous portions of lumpia at remarkably affordable prices. The restaurant serves Bremerton's military community near the Naval Base Kitsap while also attracting lumpia lovers from throughout the Kitsap Peninsula. With street parking and a few tables for dining in, Lumpia Factory focuses on quality food and friendly service in a no-frills, authentic Filipino dining experience.”
Vista, CA
“JamPinoy serves Vista, California with Filipino restaurant earning 4.5 rating across 82.0 reviews. Operating in Vista provides local Filipino community access to authentic Filipino food and products.”
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.”
