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I always try to come here to grab halo halo whenever I am craving a dessert! I do enjoy this spin on it where you can choose the base. All of the ube desserts flavor is legit strong in ube, so it is nice and the girl math makes sense. This place is great for gifts or for a small treat yourself! The restaurant is a little tucked away, but the parking is plentiful. The shop is small and casual with only a few couches and tables to sit at. The employees are nice and honor military discount. They do deals during holidays, so definitely ask! read more

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I recently went to Cafe 86's new location and tried their regular Halo Halo. I can say I still a fan! I also ordered the Milo milk tea and really liked it. Their new location is smaller than their previous one but they still serve all the great drinks and desserts they previously did. Their is also plenty of parking which is a plus! The staff is friendly and service was quick! read more

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Cafe 86 is known for its Filipino-inspired desserts, especially anything with ube, and their "Monster" drinks definitely stand out visually and in flavor. The workers are really nice, tiara was extra considerate. Good vibes! read more

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Imee C.

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Came here to order to go. Order original halo-halo, upside down halo-halo and some pastries. Everything was yummy and will definitely come here again. The ube flan cupcake was the best but everything was good. read more

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Michelle M.

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Delicious Filipino dessert/boba spot in Mira Mesa. Tiny shop in the plaza. My favorite things to get here is: Ube flan cheesecake Upside down halo halo Definitely worth the trip for something sweet and delicious. And a taste of Filipino sweetness. If you have questions, ask the staff for their best and favorites. read more

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This place is tucked away in a Mira Mesa marketplace. I brought the ube sampler pack to a Galentine's, and everyone loved all of the ube desserts. This pack came with the ube crack cheesecake (my personal favorite), ube truffle (so decadent), ube leche flan cupcake (love flan), and ube butter bar (liked how the crust balances out the ube butter). It also came with a hibiscus calamansi which was refreshing but the desserts were what blew me away! I also ordered the regular upside down halo halo with ube ice cream. Although this drink was $10.95, it was loaded with so many toppings. I shared it with my husband and we were beyond satisfied. The next time you're craving anything ube, you should stop by this place! read more

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Corinna W.

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This place moved to another location in Mira Mesa. I ordered the 16oz upside down halo halo and it was amazing! It's a filling dessert drink with so many textures. It's ube cream milkshake with ice cream, jelly, jack fruit, corn flakes and flan. I should have shared it but instead I devoured the entire thing myself. They' offer other drinks and snacks like sandwiches and desserts. This place is tucked away inside the food court plaza. Check it out if you haven't tried before! read more

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Yummy desserts and drinks! I want to explore more of their filipino inspired menu. It does run a bit on the sweeter side, so keep that in mind when ordering. It is a very small cafe, but it's cute. Also the staff are very kind and helpful! read more

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The drinks are amazing and the staff is so friendly and welcoming. The cheapest and best Thai tea around!!! Great place to solo study too! Music is good and the place is cozy. 10/10!! read more

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I came to Cafe 86 on a Friday night. The cafe has a nice cozy feel to it, with a huge menu on display as soon as you walk in. They also have a bunch of pastries on display including their flan ube cupcake, cheesecake, and butter bars. The three items I tried were: -Ube Cheesecake: Had a good ube flavor, but I wish there was a more tart flavor like an original cheesecake. The portion was also very small for $5.50. (3.5/5) -Ube Butter Bar: Very nostalgic for me! I grew up with a Cafe 86 in OC, and this was my go to. The texture of the ube was dense and fibrous, almost like a baked sweet potato. The bar was not too sweet, and the graham cracker crust added a nice hint of salt for balance (5/5!) -The Mermaid: The star of the night. This was soo good!! The jasmine tea was super fragrant, and the sea salt foam complimented the tea well. I got it with boba. It was a perfect texture, not too soggy or too hard. Also great value considering how large the cup was. (5/5!!) read more

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Cafe 86 - Ube Butter Bar, Ube Crack Cheesecake, and "The Mermaid" (Jasmine Tea with seasalt foam) - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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Alan L.

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Cafe 86 was my go to delicious Ube dessert with the hibiscus drink. I was sad because i thought that they close down at the mira mesa location next to Seafood City/RakiRaki, but was surprised they only move to down next to momo omakaze. So I saw this place again and we ate the ube truffle, which was my daughter's favorite. The place is not only good, but friendly as always as well. So come and chill with drinks and awesome dessert. read more

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Savena S.

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I got the cookie butter latte and wow--it was strong! You can definitely taste the espresso, which I appreciate since some places tend to water down their drinks. Overall, it was really good, and I'd definitely get it again. read more

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Lili T.

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This is a cute little shop with unique offerings. I've actually been here twice within two weeks for the Calamansi Tea with Aloe (second time aloe was out .. sad ): ) but each time the service is kind and friendly. The sweetness level of the drink cannot really be altered but it actually was not too sweet for my liking and had a great tea forward taste. Definitely swing by if you're in the area! read more

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Gamini G.

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My friend and I wanted to have a nice mocha coffee and found this place after a quick Yelp search. As soon as we reached, parking was easy to find. The cafe was a bit small but fortunately we didn't have to wait and were able to get a table! We got the mocha iced latte. They had a whole bunch of interesting options like ube latte and nutella latte. Everything sounded so good. The beverage was ready in no time. The size of the beverage was good. The presentation was also great. The flavor of the latte was spot on. It had the right blend of chocolate cocoa and coffee. It was not overly sweet and it was not overly iced. Everything about it was perfect! If you are in the area, I recommend checking out this cafe! They also have interesting baked goods! read more

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Em B.

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Hidden gem that housed so many of our favorite Filipino dessert delights that filled our tummies and soothed our tired souls...love Cafe 86! The hubby was craving an affogato while we were cruising around Mira Mesa and lo and behold, a place that made it with Ube ice cream...yes please!! This chain of cafes was founded by a couple that wanted to introduce Ube to the world. Which I LOVE. Ube is life! I was blown away by the amount of offerings here and had a difficult time making a dessert selection. Hubby loved his ube affogato while I opted for an Ube Butter Bar. Goodness, I could easily eat a dozen of these in one sitting! Bonus points: we heard that the owner was possibly a member of 501st and me being a MASSIVE Star Wars fan and seeing the Darth Vader statue on display made my little nerdy heart extra happy! It is a bit difficult to find if you are not familiar with this shopping center but note that it is near the donut shop for reference. Masarap! read more

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Ha L.

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I was so happy when I realized that Cafe 86 didn't close completely in Mira Mesa but they just moved down the road! They used to be located in the plaza with Seafood City, but now they are a few blocks down the road in the plaza with Aldi. GPS will guide you only to Aldi, but they're tucked in the corner of the lot in the food court area! Definitely a smaller shop size than their old location, but all the delicious treats are still there. A few tables and couches inside for customers to sit and hangout at. I love their crack cheesecake and ube bar the most! Tried a drink on this visit and I enjoyed their House Milk Tea although it is a bit on the sweeter side. Service was nice and swift. Definitely will be back when I'm in the area. read more

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Julia D.

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They are very reasonable priced, they have a drink specials for $3 all day everyday. Fast friendly service. read more

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Mimi M.

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The whole strip is under construction- You find the entrance from the back by the courtyard- staff is friendly- As always the halo2 is good. read more

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Mary L.

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Spot is a little hidden compared to where they were before. Plenty of parking spaces though. Space inside is also much smaller, but there are seating available outside. Good food, staff are nice. read more

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Luigi C.

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Upside down halo halo is my favorite! We also got some milk tea bobas and coffee. I definitely want to try other menu items so we will be back. read more

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Michael D.

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Amazing desserts and coffee is just as amazing. I got the pandan matcha latte and the ube latte read more

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Eva H.

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Amazing drinks such as the Halo halo and Calamansi (free with check-in). Halo halo was too sweet for me though, wish I had adjusted the sugar lvl. Friendly service! Place is small with 3-4 tables at most, best for to-go. read more

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I didn't know they moved from the Seafood City Plaza to the Burger King plaza! They have an extensive menu ranging from all kinds of drinks to desserts. Just a heads up they have limited inside seating. read more

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Angelina Z.

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Soooo yummy!! The ube didn't taste artificial at all and toppings balanced out the ube and ice cream really well. Very cute cafe and service was nice! read more

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Julie T.

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Love their halo halo! The person that helped me was so nice and answered all the questions I had. I was also trying to check in to get my free drink and she was so patient with me while I was dealing with my internet being so slow. 10/10 recommend! read more

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Alex L.

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Tates great tres leches ube cake is my favorite highly recommend this spot if you are in the area!

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Adrian A.

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We had: Ube Flan Cake Ube Cheesecake Milo Cupcake Ube Crinkle This bakery is located in a complex so parking is fairly accessible. Does it taste like Ube? The answer is nope. If you close your eyes and eat the desserts, the distinctive purple yam or halaya taste is missing. Yes the color is there. Yes the desserts are not too sweet, but the nutty taste of the root vegetable is missing. The cupcakes are light and airy and fall apart when you take a forkful serving. The flan is more rubbery and glue like instead of delicate, smooth and silky. Milo is a chocolate cupcake. If you grew up drinking and eating Milo, you know the taste. For the crinkle, the cracked exterior is there, but the fudgy, chewy center and ube flavor were absent. Points for not making the powdered sugar exterior too sweet. Five stars for the cheesecake. Texture and taste are good even though it doesn't taste like Ube. read more

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Juan V.

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The drinks were so good and the service was top notch. It's a good place to study. I like the Star Wars decorations.

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Phelan R.

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Chill space and music. Same great drinks like the halo halo, and the service is always friendly. Not even close to the amount of inside seating like their previous place. They have outside seating in the food court. read more

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Owwen D.

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Second time coming here, and it's already an amazing place for a quick dessert. Tried the Mais Con Yelo and it's really good. Service is always good. read more

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Angela W.

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I had a wicked craving for halo halo, and Cafe 86 came through! This shop is small and tucked away in a large plaza, near an Asian market. There is plenty of seating and the whole shop smells like ube. It feels like a great place to study! Service was quick and friendly. I got the upside-down halo-halo, which comes with flan, vanilla ice cream, ube base smoothie, and some jellies and boba. It also originally comes with cornflakes as well but I opted to omit them. The portion was huge and it was delicious. The flan in particular had a wonderful, thick, custard-like texture and was rich and sweet. The only thing I wish was different was the number of toppings. I've had halo halo with many more jellies and other fun goodies like beans. I would love to have a greater variety of textures in my halo halo! I only finished half and refrigerated the rest. It melted down to a thick ube milk texture and help up decently well after several hours in the fridge. The boba makes it something that I wouldn't keep overnight though. This is a good, quick option for satisfying my halo halo fix! I'd also love to try their other tasty ube drinks and desserts next time :) read more

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Anjel T.

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One of the best halo halo shakes in SD. I love how they use ube cream as the middle foundation instead of just adding ube ice cream. The vanilla ice cream balances out the ube-ness of the drink. Plus the boba at the bottom is chefs kiss. read more

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Jennifer S.

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Hibiscus calamansi is a refreshing drink and ube monster is more sweet but a milked shake consistency which is thick were delicious! I would come back again. read more

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Angela M.

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Checking out their new location next to Nanay's Best BBQ We love Cafe 86!!! We got a dragonfruit calamansi and got a Hibiscus Calamansi for free after checking in on Yelp. read more

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Yvonne P.

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Amazing people really great food!!! I would recommend the upside down halo halo and any of their matcha drinks. read more

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Awesome friendly service!!! They have so much ube food items!!! The hibiscus calamari is delicious read more

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Bomb matcha , bomb pastries enjoyable area and fun time , matcha panda latte , and ube leche flan cupcake read more

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Love it..................................... I love both of them.Drinks is delicious. GREAT SERVICE! WILL COME back for more. Nice decor and the place good plave for lunch read more

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Service was fast and easy. The staff are very nice and helpful! Upsidedown halo halo is a must read more

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6755 Mira Mesa Blvd
Ste 104
San Diego, CA 92121
Mira Mesa
Directions
(858) 412-3390
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http://www.cafe-86.com

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Hours

What time does Cafe 86 open?

Cafe 86 opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Cafe 86 close?

Cafe 86 closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Cafe 86 closes at 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 7:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cafe 86 take credit cards?

Yes, Cafe 86 takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe 86 have catering options?

Yes, Cafe 86 does have catering options.

Does Cafe 86 have a drive thru?

Yes, Cafe 86 has a drive thru.

Does Cafe 86 serve alcohol?

Yes, Cafe 86 serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe 86 allow dogs?

Yes, Cafe 86 allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe 86 have bike parking?

Yes, Cafe 86 has bike parking.

Does Cafe 86 have parking?

Yes, Cafe 86 has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cafe 86 wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cafe 86 is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cafe 86 have free WiFi?

Yes, Cafe 86 has free WiFi.

From the Business

History

Established in 2014.

Cafe 86 is more than just a café; we are a celebration of flavors, a haven for community, and a canvas for culinary creativity. We bring you a unique culinary experience that pays homage to the vibrant culture of the Philippines while embracing the global influences that make our cuisine so special.

Meet the Business Owner: James and Ginger D.

Born out of a passion for Filipino flavors and a desire to share them with the world, Cafe 86 was founded by Ginger and James who saw an opportunity to introduce the rich and diverse tastes of the American Filipino to a wider audience. Our journey began with a simple mission: to bring the unique essence of Ube to everyone we serve.

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We dined at Animae with a group of seven and decided to order family style, which ended up being…read morethe perfect way to experience the menu. The food was excellent across the board. We shared everything from the scallop crudo and tuna nam khao to the grilled beef belly, Hunan lamb chops, charred carrots, coal roasted cabbage, wagyu corned beef fried rice, short rib kare kare, pork tomahawk tocino, and seabass cha ca. Every dish brought something different to the table, and there was not a miss among them. The cocktails were just as impressive. Beyond the food and drinks, the restaurant itself has a great atmosphere. The dark, modern aesthetic creates a fun energy without feeling overly formal, and the music added to the overall vibe of the evening. To finish, we shared a combination of all the desserts available and they were the perfect ending to an already fantastic meal.

Dining from Animae was thoughtful and accommodating restaurant experiences I've had. Because of my…read morehealth issues and extensive food allergies, I wasn't able to dine indoors, so we ordered everything to-go -- and even then, the level of care from Dick, Jordan, the chefs, and everyone involved in preparing our food was absolutely extraordinary. What impressed me most was how seriously the team took every allergy and accommodation request. Dick & Jordan personally worked with the chefs to thoughtfully modify dishes, carefully noting cross-contamination concerns and ingredient changes so that everyone in our group could safely share and enjoy the meal together. It never once felt like an inconvenience to them -- they treated our needs with genuine compassion, professionalism, and incredible attention to detail. The food itself was phenomenal, even as takeout. The Perilla Pesto Tteokbokki was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor, with perfectly chewy rice cakes coated in a vibrant, herbaceous pesto that balanced freshness with warmth and spice and crunchy deliciousness. The kitchen was also kind enough to accommodate shellfish concerns so it could safely be shared, which meant so much to us. The Sea Bass Cha Cha was beautifully prepared -- delicate, buttery sea bass with an incredible depth of flavor and texture that held up perfectly even as takeout. Every bite tasted intentional and refined. Such beautiful colors. The steak was cooked exactly as requested: fully cooked without being dry, achieving that difficult perfect middle ground between medium-well and well-done. It was tender, flavorful, and expertly prepared. The Mantou reflected the team's attention to detail. The kitchen graciously removed the coconut sugar so it could safely be shared with me, and the bread itself was soft, pillowy, and absolutely delicious. We loved the creaminess as well as the salty deeply flavorful seed and salt mix. What made this experience unforgettable wasn't just the food -- it was the care behind it. So many places claim they can accommodate allergies, but Animae truly went above and beyond to make us feel safe, included, and genuinely cared for. Dick, Jordan, the chefs, and the entire team created an experience that allowed us to enjoy an amazing meal together without stress or fear, and that kind of hospitality is incredibly rare. Animae delivers not only exceptional food, but exceptional humanity. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

The hub checkin out the menu. Our reservation was first seating at 5pm. We beat the crowd which filled the place later.

Lobster Pasta

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Short Rib Kare Kare

Kusina San Diego

4.0(262 reviews)

1.9 mi

The food, hospitality, and service were all excellent! Kat welcomed everyone so warmly. I highly…read morerecommend this family-friendly restaurant.

My dad and I came here for Sunday brunch…read more It was decently packed and busy so we can tell that it a crowd favorite. The server let us know a huge party was coming in right after the brunch time so that was very considerate. The food had variety which included Filipino spaghetti, bread rolls with ube butter, tocino, Longanisa, fried rice and rice, bistek, pinakbrt, eggs, ube pancakes ... and a few other dishes haha I wish I took pictures but I was super hungry. My dad is in a scooter so while it is handicap accessible, accessing the buffet is a little awkward so I suggest asking to be sat closer to the buffet or closer to the door and have someone help the people at your table. I can tell this restaurant is used as a party space since. It's decorated and kept quite simple. I would recommend this place for sure!

Notice the ubiquitous folded tables right behind the plates/utensils area

Ceviche roll

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Sizzling Sisig

Lia’s Lumpia

4.4(121 reviews)

14.6 mi•Barrio Logan

Best lumpia in San Diego by a long shot! The owner and operator is a consummate professional who is…read morevery kind and knowledgeable about the food he's serving. I visited his food truck tonight and he threw together literally the best lumpia I've ever had. 10/10 biatch

I think I caught this on an off day as the lumpia was really good, but we waited triple the…read moreexpected wait time. I really wanted to rate this higher. I saw that Lia's was going to be parked outside a coffee shop I love so I was excited for lumpia and my caffeine fix in one go. The truck was supposed to open at 11 but when we arrived at noon, they were just opening up. Obviously not ideal that they were an hour late but that meant we were 4th in line. We ordered the pork sisig and adobo lumpia and were told that it would be 20-25 minutes. Totally get that they're hand-rolled to order and that it's only one person. But if we're the 4th order, then you should have a decent idea of how long it's going to take you to prep and serve to set expectations accordingly. Over an hour later we got our food which was great - crispy and well filled. The garlic sauce was nice and punchy. The adobo was a little bland and didn't make a lot of sense with the sweet chili sauce. I think a traditional vinegar, garlic, and pepper dip would have been more true to the OG flavor. I'd rather be told it'll be an hour and then have it ready sooner if that manages to happen, but over-promising on the wait time is just a bummer. I'm not sure if I'd try Lia's again.

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So delicious!!!

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Chicken adobo tacos

White Rice Bodega

3.6(244 reviews)

10.4 mi•Normal Heights

Protein, Rice, done Filipino style.. Amen!…read more Dope food, great branding, and unique vibe. Ube Pandesal bread and Ube butter ftw!

The rice bowl was pretty solid. The lumpia are not traditional style and lackluster…read more This place would be a 4 if not for the service. The guy working was extremely rude. He seemed put off that we placed an order. I ask for here, but placed in a to go bag. He had no manners whatsoever. It really pissed me off.

11.7 mi•Liberty Station, Loma Portal, Point Loma

Lechón with garlic rice

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Longanisa bowl

White Rice

3.8(269 reviews)

This is a spot located in Liberty Station and it's a great spot for home cooked Filipino meals…read more We got the chicken adobo and the longanisa for breakfast. Both items were actually pretty salty... I've had these before and I don't remember it being this salty and heavily vinegar based. Either way. The food was pretty good. I think we got there a bit too early as they still needed time to open up shop before they were ready to take orders. Nonetheless they were respectful and were transparent that they'd need time to open up and also to cook the dishes. Since this is in liberty station, it can get pretty loud in here. The seating is also all shared among the other restaurants so finding a table can be tough. It's also near the air strip so if you eat outside expect it to be loud from the planes flying by. Overall, pretty good for a "taste of home" Filipino dish, but my only gripes are the pricing (it's on the pricier side), the saltiness (shout out to the vinegar) and the timing (Filipino time that we all know and love lol).

Very decent. A++ for the Lumpia. Tastes like a family recipie. Nice length and consistency,…read moreperfectly fried (though I like it a bit more crispy). Area of improvement may be the Sisig. The pork to rice ratio was nice, but there was a missing element. It needed a bit more fat or some binding agent. Wife and I split these two during the work week and it was a more than perfect amount for the both of us.

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Their stall across from Paraná Empanadas

Kujo Eats

4.2(130 reviews)

16.4 mi

Pulled up to Kujo Eats to show love to a Filipino spot serving up hot, authentic plates…read more With so many options, I had to go with: Kalbi Ribs Chicken Adobo Garlic Fried Rice The Kalbi ribs were solid... personally I like mine a little more well-done, but still packed with flavor The chicken adobo? Spot on. Tender, savory, and hit all the right notes Garlic rice tied everything together perfectly Next time, I'm diving into: Sisig Crispy Pork Belly Lechon ...and maybe go full experience with a Kamayan feast (banana leaves + hands-on eating... real deal) Tip for thought: All the Filipino Uncles play Chess during the day and Singers come out to sing on their Karoke Machine If you're in the area, this spot is DEFINITELY worth checking out Pull up, support local, and come hungry One last thing, if you know any singers that love to compete. There's a singing competition April 24, 2026 from 8pm - Midnight. See flyer for more info!

Food: Picked up some food for my parents and I and it was delicious!…read moreService: I had issues finding the location and I think it was due to Apple Maps messing up. I eventually found it and when I got there, I met KuJo and he was SUPER nice and down to earth. That alone won me over as a future repeat customer. Ambiance: Gave me that old school feeling of nostalgia as I grew up in the area and it brought back memories even though this is a new establishment. Overall, this is a must try and if you have a chance to meet KuJo, be sure to say hello. Hes a super friendly guy!!!

2.2 mi•Mira Mesa, Torrey Hills

Kujo eats entrance

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Mini Halo Halo

R & B Filipino Cuisine

4.2(401 reviews)

R&B FILIPINO CUISINE @ MIRA MESA…read more Parking was super easy since there's parking available right out front, and there were plenty of spots when I came on a Friday evening after work. Just note that they close pretty early, around 5:30 PM on weekdays and 4 PM on weekends, so definitely plan ahead if you're trying to make it there later in the day. The restaurant is located in a busier area with other restaurants and businesses nearby, but once you walk in, it has a really chill and welcoming vibe. They have a bunch of Filipino snacks and items displayed on the side, and the whole place feels very authentic and homey. The setup reminded me a little of places like Chipotle or Panda Express where you move down the line and choose what you want on your plate. I got plain white rice as my base, but you can also get pancit, which are glass noodles with veggies, for a small extra charge depending on the plate size. For my sides, I got the crispy pork sisig and lumpia rolls, which are thin crispy Filipino egg rolls. For two sides and one base, it came out to around $16, and they loaded the plate with so much food that it easily became two meals. My boyfriend got the spicy squid along with a pork and liver dish, and everything was super flavorful. Overall, I'd highly recommend stopping by here if you want authentic Filipino food that feels homemade and comforting. My boyfriend is Filipino and even he said it tasted really good, which definitely says a lot. The portions are huge, the food is flavorful, and the whole place really gives that classic mom-and-pop shop feel.

The more I visit turo-turo (point-point) joints such as R&B Filipino Cuisine, the more I'm…read moreconvinced that the food isn't supposed to be excellent. No one in the kitchen expects you to take a bite of lumpia, or taste a bit of lechon with its shatteringly crisp skin, and have a moment of ecstatic pleasure, where you think to yourself (and say to whoever is nearby), "God-DAMN! That's the best thing I've ever eaten. They expect you to have that reaction at your Tita's house, in her backyard, at a birthday party for someone you're sort of related to. Turo-turo is for sating your appetite with large portions of rich, flavorful food, then going back to work. It's for grabbing a mixed bag of dinner plates and side dishes and desserts, then heading home to your family, where everyone is hungry, that kind of hungry where you talk with your mouth full while you eat, but no one minds, because they're doing the same thing. It's for leftovers - awesome leftovers - that taste as good as they did the first day, maybe better, planned-for leftovers that help keep the kitchen clean and the family full and happy. It's for comfort food, though I can't imagine anyone eating a piled-high meal of pancit and adobo and pinakbet, then pushing back from the table and saying, "You know, I feel really... comfortable." R&B serves all these things, and more, for all of these reasons. And maybe it's not excellent, but it's damned good, and it does the job it's meant to do.

Lumpia goodness

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Sisig & Shanghai Lumpia

Nanay's Best BBQ

4.3(369 reviews)

0.0 mi•Mira Mesa

Exceptional flavorful delicious food! Services, quick personable, and patient with first time…read moreorders (was me ). Now I frequent this location least twice monthly. Location is set up for takeouts can eat in the area outside the location. I always take home or to work. It's worth the drive. Cost is perfect.

Stopped in for lunch today. This was my first visit in a while. I wanted some salt n pepper chicken…read morewings so where else would I go! Had those and a pork skewer on white rice. Food was really good as always. Service is great and restaurant is small but comfortable. Plenty of seating just out front in the courtyard. This is a miserable parking lot though.

Inside - line moves quickly

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Cafe 86 is a delightful Filipino store that truly captures the essence of summer with its sweet and refreshing desserts. One standout item on their menu is the upside down Halo Halo, a creative twist on the traditional favorite. This dessert features a smooth, blended ube base topped with frosted cereal and an assortment of colorful jellies, making each bite a fun and flavorful experience. The balance of textures and flavors is perfect for cooling off on a hot day. I highly recommend Cafe 86 for anyone looking to treat themselves to a unique and delicious dessert this summer! read more

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