12 restaurants serving Pork Belly Adobo
Poway, CA
“Luna's LUNpias represents the remarkable pandemic success story of owner Luna Mortenson, who started with a casual social media post offering homemade lumpia in April 2020 and grew it into Poway's award-winning Filipino fusion restaurant. Voted Best Filipino Restaurant in San Diego 2024 by San Diego Reader, Luna's opened its brick-and-mortar location in 2023 after building a devoted following through pop-ups at breweries and farmers markets. The restaurant's innovative approach blends traditional Filipino flavors with influences from Hawaii, Mexico, and Japan, creating unique dishes like lumpia nachos, sisig tacos, tempura musubi with panko-crusted Spam, and chilaquiles made with Filipino tocino. Luna's signature creations include the viral PancitLUNpia Cakes and Ube Tres Leches that showcase creative fusion while maintaining authentic Filipino soul. The family-run restaurant at 14034 Poway Road emphasizes fresh, made-to-order preparation, vegetarian options, and dishes that tell the story of the Filipino diaspora experience through food.”
Chicago, IL
“Bayan Ko stands as one of Chicago's most acclaimed Filipino restaurants, earning Michelin recognition for its innovative Filipino-Cuban tasting menu created by husband-and-wife team Chef Lawrence Letrero and Raquel Quadreny. The intimate Ravenswood restaurant offers a multi-course tasting menu celebrating both Filipino and Cuban heritages through creative, contemporary preparations. Signature dishes include black rice arroz caldo with calamansi-butter-poached lobster, wagyu beef vaca frita with black bean and plantain purees, and lechon with Cuban mojo and crispy crust. Featured in The Infatuation with an 8.0 rating and praised for successfully channeling fancy dinner energy into a charming neighborhood spot, Bayan Ko represents elevated Filipino dining executed at the highest level. The restaurant offers optional wine pairings and a relaxed atmosphere despite the upscale food, while their adjacent Bayan Ko Diner serves casual Filipino and Cuban dishes for those wanting a more informal experience. The restaurant has become essential to Chicago's Filipino dining scene, demonstrating Filipino cuisine's potential for fine dining innovation.”
Nyack, NY
“Karenderya has earned national acclaim since opening in Nyack in 2017, named among Esquire's Best New Restaurants in America 2018 and earning Chef Paolo Garcia Mendoza a James Beard Foundation Semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: New York State in 2023. This casual, family-owned restaurant draws inspiration from carinderias-the affordable roadside eateries found throughout the Philippines-while incorporating modern interpretations of Southeast Asian flavor profiles. Chef Paolo grew up in Pasay City before moving to Brooklyn at age 15, training at the Institute of Culinary Education and working under renowned chefs including Floyd Cardoz and Geoffrey Zakarian before establishing his own kitchen. Co-owner Cheryl Baun, a Rockland County native with deep Filipino community involvement, partnered with Paolo to raise awareness about Filipino culture through food. The restaurant operates from modest quarters on Main Street that feel like an old dining room with secondhand furniture, creating unpretentious, welcoming atmosphere. Karenderya's menu offers both traditional Filipino dishes and contemporary creations available as rice bowls or sandwiches, making Filipino cuisine accessible to new diners. Signature items include the exceptional tamarind chicken wings, perfectly executed pork belly, garlic rice bowls with choice of proteins, beef tapa with soy-lime-ginger marinade, and ginataang vegetables in coconut milk. The restaurant offers special mini kamayan feasts for two on select nights, serving food communally without plates or utensils in traditional Filipino style. With consistent quality, fresh ingredients, and Paulo's skilled execution, Karenderya has become essential dining in Nyack while elevating Filipino cuisine's profile in the broader American restaurant landscape.”
Stockton, CA
“Papa Urb's Grill | Stockton elevates traditional Filipino cuisine with creative fusion dishes like sisig fries, URB burgers with longanisa-style patties, and their signature Papa's Noodles featuring creamy crab paste sauce. Their innovative approach transforms classic Filipino flavors into modern comfort food favorites while maintaining authentic rice plates and traditional dishes.”
Spring Valley, CA
“Tambayan Filipino BBQ & Grill is a Filipino restaurant in Spring Valley with a strong 4.5-star rating from 172 reviews. The name "Tambayan" means "hangout" or "gathering place" in Tagalog, perfectly capturing the restaurant's role as a community hub. Tambayan specializes in Filipino BBQ and grilled specialties, focusing on the smoky, sweet-savory flavors that define Filipino barbecue culture.”
Daly City, CA
“Chibog has become one of Daly City's most beloved Filipino restaurants, serving the Bay Area's largest Filipino community with authentic comfort food. The name 'chibog' means 'to eat' in Filipino slang, perfectly capturing the restaurant's focus on satisfying meals and good eating. With an impressive 610 reviews and 4.5-star rating, Chibog has established itself as a Bay Area Filipino food destination. Located on Gellert Boulevard in Daly City-often called 'Little Manila' for its dense Filipino population-Chibog operates in the heart of Filipino-American culture. The restaurant's tagline 'just like mama makes it' and 'it's belly good' emphasize homestyle cooking and generous portions. The professional website and strong online presence indicate organized operations with delivery and takeout capabilities. Chibog excels at Filipino classics prepared with authentic techniques-pork sisig served sizzling with perfect crispy-tender texture balance, crispy pork belly with traditional lechon sauce, kare-kare with creamy peanut sauce and fall-off-the-bone oxtail, lumpia shanghai that stays crispy, and various seafood preparations. The menu includes sinigang with proper sour flavor, pancit variations, dinuguan, and Filipino breakfast options. Customer reviews consistently praise the generous portions, friendly family-style service, and authentic flavors that remind Filipino-Americans of home cooking. Chibog operates with quick service despite popularity, checking on diners regularly. The restaurant's success in Daly City's competitive Filipino market demonstrates consistent quality that satisfies the Bay Area's demanding Filipino community. Chibog represents Filipino comfort food at its finest, served with the warmth and hospitality central to Filipino culture.”
“Kasama made history in 2022 as the world's first Michelin-starred Filipino restaurant, a groundbreaking achievement that elevated Filipino cuisine onto the global stage. Founded by husband-and-wife team Tim Flores and Genie Kwon in Chicago's Ukrainian Village during the pandemic in July 2020, Kasama-Tagalog for 'together'-perfectly embodies their combined culinary vision. The restaurant operates as a dual concept: by day, it's a casual caf and bakery serving Filipino breakfast dishes like longanisa sandwiches, mushroom adobo, and tocilog alongside Kwon's exceptional French pastries including the bestselling Ube Basque Cake. By night, Kasama transforms into an elegant fine dining destination offering a 13-course tasting menu ($285) that showcases Flores's Filipino heritage with contemporary techniques. The restaurant has earned extraordinary acclaim beyond its Michelin star: James Beard Award finalist for Best New Restaurant 2022, New York Times' 50 Places Most Excited About 2021, Eater's Best New Restaurants in America 2021, and Food & Wine's Top Restaurant 2024. Chef Flores draws from his Cavite roots and fine dining training at Oriole to create inventive dishes like maitake mushroom adobo with mussel emulsion, squid ink pancit with scallop conserva and Serrano ham, and the famous cassava cake with crab fat and trout roe. Kwon's pastry expertise shines in sophisticated desserts like halo-halo with Asian pear granita and pandan ice cream using Flores's mother's leche flan recipe. With over 1,800 reviews and exceptional ratings, Kasama books 45 days in advance for dinner service, though the caf operates first-come-first-serve starting at 9am with lines forming by 8:15am. The restaurant represents not just culinary excellence but Filipino pride worldwide, making traditional Filipino flavors accessible while maintaining authentic soul-warming comfort.”
Carson, CA
“Chibugan Lechon At Ethan's Restaurant celebrates Filipino feast culture with a 4.4-star rating from 130 reviews in Carson. "Chibugan" is a playful Tagalog slang term that roughly translates to "eating session" or "feast time," setting the tone for a restaurant that emphasizes abundant, celebratory dining. The restaurant's specialty is lechon-the spectacular Filipino whole roasted pig that serves as the centerpiece of every major Filipino celebration. Chibugan's focus on lechon demonstrates their commitment to providing authentic Filipino party food year-round, making special occasion cuisine accessible for everyday cravings. Located on South Figueroa Street in Carson's Filipino business district, the restaurant serves a community that deeply appreciates authentic lechon prepared the traditional way-crispy skin, succulent meat, and that distinctive flavor that comes from proper seasoning and roasting technique. Beyond lechon, the menu likely includes other Filipino classics that complement the roasted pig, creating complete Filipino feast experiences. The substantial 130 reviews indicate strong community support and repeat customers who return for celebrations, family gatherings, and whenever they crave that irreplaceable lechon flavor. Chibugan At Ethan's represents the Filipino tradition of making celebration food accessible, ensuring that the joy of lechon isn't reserved just for special occasions but can be part of regular dining.”
Rocklin, CA
“Kultura Cafe combines authentic Filipino comfort food with fresh boba drinks in a casual, cozy atmosphere in Rocklin, CA. They specialize in crispy pork belly dishes, traditional Filipino classics, and house-made boba milk teas, creating a laid-back spot perfect for both nostalgic Filipinos and newcomers to Filipino cuisine. Known for their signature dishes like Pork Belly Sisig, Lechon Kawali with vinegar, and colorful Halo-Halo dessert.”
Seattle, WA
“88 Cues brings proper Filipino classics to Seattle's vibrant food scene with a modern twist. Operating at various locations including the Fremont Winter Bridge Market and Edmonds Holiday Market, this establishment has earned a reputation for serving what many consider the best lumpia in the Seattle area. The menu features traditional Filipino household staples like chicken adobo prepared with soy, vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorn, alongside creative innovations like their Smokey Palabok Special with bonito flakes and soft boiled egg. Available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery through major platforms, 88 Cues maintains authenticity while making Filipino cuisine accessible to both longtime fans and newcomers to the cuisine.”
Lawndale, CA
“Pork Belly Filipino Kitchen focuses its concept on one of Filipino cuisine's most celebrated ingredients - pork belly - while serving the broader Filipino food spectrum. The restaurant name immediately signals what to expect: Filipino dishes featuring expertly prepared pork belly in various traditional preparations. Located on Hawthorne Boulevard in Lawndale, this South Bay establishment serves the Beach Cities' growing Filipino community while introducing Filipino cuisine to the diverse neighborhood. Pork belly appears throughout Filipino cooking in numerous forms - from crispy lechon kawali to bagnet, sisig, and adobo - and this restaurant likely showcases these preparations alongside other Filipino favorites. The kitchen probably emphasizes the crispy-skinned, tender-meat pork belly dishes that Filipino cuisine executes so masterfully. Beyond pork specialties, the menu undoubtedly includes Filipino classics like chicken dishes, seafood preparations, pancit, lumpia, and other staples that round out a complete Filipino dining experience. For Filipino-Americans in the South Bay seeking quality Filipino food, Pork Belly Filipino Kitchen provides a neighborhood option in an area where Filipino restaurants are less concentrated than in other parts of Los Angeles County. The focus on pork belly suggests confidence in executing these dishes to high standards, appealing to Filipino diners who appreciate expertly prepared traditional favorites.”
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
“Belly & Snout brings creative Filipino cuisine to the Inland Empire with a playful name that celebrates Filipino pork dishes, from crispy pork belly to nose-to-tail preparations. The restaurant offers both traditional Filipino favorites and innovative takes on classic dishes, appealing to Filipino families seeking authentic flavors and food enthusiasts looking for creative Filipino cooking. Belly & Snout prepares Filipino dishes with attention to proper technique while embracing the fun, approachable side of Filipino food culture. Located in Rancho Cucamonga's growing dining scene, the restaurant serves the area's substantial Filipino population while introducing mainstream diners to Filipino cuisine through quality cooking and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant's name reflects the Filipino appreciation for pork and nose-to-tail cooking traditions.”
