EsKiNiTa

EsKiNiTa has earned an exceptional 4.9-star rating revolutionizing Filipino street food in San Diego with its interactive self-grilling concept that transports diners to Manila's street food culture. The name 'eskinita' refers to narrow alleyways in the Philippines where authentic street food thrives, perfectly capturing the restaurant's mission. Located in San Diego's South Bay, EsKiNiTa operates from a plaza where owner Rich and his welcoming staff create a family-like environment. The restaurant's unique format allows customers to select raw meat skewers inside--including chicken intestines (isaw), chicken liver, chicken hearts, and chicken feet alongside pork and chicken BBQ--then grill them personally on mesquite charcoal grills outdoors. This hands-on experience creates the communal, festive atmosphere that defines Filipino street food culture. Beyond BBQ skewers, EsKiNiTa serves Filipino comfort food including tapsilog, sisig, beef pares, and goto, plus ube ice cream for dessert. The exceptional rating reflects not just outstanding food but Rich's legendary hospitality.