3 restaurants serving Siomai
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.”
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.”
Seattle, WA
“Chowking is a quick-service Chinese restaurant with Filipino-inspired flavors that originated from the Philippines, combining traditional Chinese cuisine with modern fast-food service. Located in Southcenter Mall's Seafood City, they offer a delightful blend of flavors that effortlessly marry tradition with innovation. Their menu features steamed siopao buns, wonton noodles, dimsum, and signature items like halo-halo, creating an authentic dining experience in the Pacific Northwest.”
