The food was packed with flavor! My favorite dish was the afritada chicken. I was pleasantly surprised to find yucca and sweet potato in the dish. It had been years since I had enjoyed yucca. The service was exceptional, and everyone was warm and welcoming. This is a small family owned restaurant with takeout only, so there is no dine in seating, but the quality of the food more than makes up for it. If you are looking for authentic Filipino food made with care, I highly recommend giving this place a try. I will definitely be back! read more

Best place ever. I have been here multiple times now. However, I've only tried the chicken skewer and nothing else, but that chicken skewer is really good. I don't know how to describe it. It's just flavorful in all the right areas. and very tender. they are very good at what they do. Cash only. I also got a catering tray for a party once. They were a little delayed, so they comped me three free skewers, which I was happy to eat with. Pretty much impossible to park here, so good luck. read more

There are few things in life that are as pure, good, and affordable as the fil am chicken skewer Chicken you say? But there's pork! The backbone protein of Filipino cuisine. -you are right but damn, I've done multiple randomized controlled trials of side by side comparisons and chicken always wins out Eat it as fresh as you can. Plant yourself on the curb outside and hound it read more

Cute little hole In the wall place in Daly City. I got a plate with pancit, BBQ chicken and BBQ pork as well as 10 piece lumpia. The food was very flavorful. The cashier was kind enough to allow me to taste the chicken adobo, which they were out of (around 2pm). The chicken was very moist and soft and was the BBQ option I preferred. The lumpia was good too. The line person serving the food seemed rushed and our food was cold. The place keeps busy. They also have a catering menu. This is a cash and take out only place. read more

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MY FAV FILIPINO SPOT IN DALY CITY. Loveee their lumpia and pork skewers. Don't forget cash! But don't worry if you don't bc they also accept Zelle. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Yearning from afar - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Street parking, no indoor seating. The food was exceptional, the chicken skewers were one of the best I've had. I didn't get to try the pork skewers as by 11am on a Saturday they were already sold out... The staff honestly were very nice but extremely slow. From wrapping up the items to charging the card to getting the food, it feels like the DMV. I understand they are elderly but the reason for the line out the door is mainly because of this read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

For a casual bite of great Filipino BBQ, you can't go wrong with this place. The restaurant embraces a hole-in-the-wall vibe while serving tasty, affordable food. I ordered the BBQ chicken, BBQ pork, and pork adobo, and all were really enjoyable. The BBQ chicken skewer (9/10) was probably the standout. It had a nice sweet and tangy flavor, and the char added great depth. The BBQ pork (6.5/10) had a similar profile, but the meat was mostly fat, which made it less enjoyable. The pork adobo (8/10) was tender and came with a rich, savory sauce that paired perfectly with the rice. I also had the lumpia (7.5/10). They were super crispy but lacked much flavor in the filling. Still solid, but I've definitely had better. This is a great spot for Filipino BBQ and classic staples. I'd definitely order the BBQ chicken again while also trying some other items. There's a reason this place is so well known in the community for serving great, affordable food. read more

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Fil-Am Cuisine offers traditional Filipino entrees, including lumpia and pancit, I only come here for the Pork and Chicken BBQ which is hands down the BEST Filipino BBQ you can find in the Bay Area! The portions are huge (2 servings worth) compare to those you see in other places that also sell Filipino BBQ. The place is very small, not intended for dine-in, ordering only for to-go, cafeteria style. Parking can be challenging, you're lucky if you find street parking close by. I always get dropped off while my family waits in the car. Prices are very reasonable, they only accept cash. If you have a large same day BBQ order, it's best that you call for availability so they can put it aside. Highly recommend if ever in Daly City! Make sure you get the BBQ! read more

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BBQ Pork Skewers - These are the best Filipino BBQ skewers I've ever had. The marinade is sweet and savory perfection and the meat is tender, juicy, and fatty. Highly, highly recommend. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - BBQ Pork Special - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

There's a specific kind of magic in a place that looks messy but smells like heaven. Fil-Am Cuisine is exactly that. * The BBQ: 10/10. These aren't your dry, over-charred sticks. They are succulent and heavily sauced. * The Spread: We grabbed 4 dishes plus the skewers for about $65. In 2026, finding a hearty meal for under $10 (like the $9.50 combo) is a rare win. * The Catch: It's cash-only and strictly a "grab-and-go" operation. The Reality Check: While the food hits the mark, the customer service needs a bit of love. The staff was pretty impatient, and the atmosphere felt a little unwelcoming due to some of the remarks made in their native language. It's uncomfortable when you actually understand the "private" venting! I'm coming back for the food, but I'm definitely lowered my expectations for the "service with a smile." read more

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You could pass by Fil-Am and get a whiff of BBQ that'll wafts in the air drawing you in like a moth to a flame! It might be a total "hole-in-the-wall" take-out only joint that's never been updated or upgraded, but many times there's a line out the door! And for good reason, because they give huge portions for a reasonable price and the food is tasty. One take out could last you a few days, so you'll get your money's worth, for sure. For two take out boxes, it was about $23. We've been here a few times, but I keep forgetting to snap a pic of their menu and the stews on display. ***OUR PICKS*** PANCIT AND BBQ CHICKEN SKEWER ~ I like pancit and a few times they ran out. Luckily, this time they had it! There's a bunch of veggies and meat in this dish. And I asked for a chicken skewer because it's less fatty than their bbq pork. Plenty of yummy food to last me a few meals. 5/5 BEEF KALDERETA AND PICADILLO ~ My guy ordered this. He liked the kaldereta but the picadillo was new for him and it was too salty even with rice. He has had their adobo and liked that better. 3.5/5 I usually play it safe and get the bbq meat on skewers. Pancit was an added bonus because they don't always have it. My guy likes to gamble a little and sometimes he wins and sometimes not. This time, he broke even. Next time, he'll get something tried and true like their Kare kare or adobo. We'll definitely be back when we're craving bbq meat or stew! read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Pancit with BBQ Special - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

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NOTE: CASH ONLY, TAKEOUT ONLY I've been wanting to try this spot for a while because I wanted to try their Filipino bbq skewers which they're known for. I ordered their 2 BBQ and rice plate special w/an additional chicken skewer. The skewers were pretty bomb. Also I love how generous the portion sizes are. This is a pretty good hole in the wall spot for Filipino food. I definitely recommend checking this spot out. Try it out if you like. :) read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Rice with 2 BBQ Special - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Smelled so good that I forgot to take a picture before eating. Tasted as good as it smelled. Ordered BBQ chicken skewer, pancit, turron, and lumpia. The skewer had a nice char without being burnt or dry, with a great BBQ flavor. The pancit portion size was massive and tasty -- a solid pancit. The lumpia was lacking on the filling but overall crispy. Turron was good -- crunchy on the outside and perfect sweetness. Price was excellent deal. Bit of a Line but it moved quickly. read more

This place is cash only. The 2 bbq rice plate is good portion and great skewer of meat. I looooove Diniguan and it was delicious here! Definitely give it a try if ur into pork blood. Also got the lumpia. They were crispy I wish it had a tiny bit more filling! Parking was kinda tough but maybe I went at a bad hour read more

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Wanted BBQ and Fil-Am makes that so accessible. Came in the morning on a Friday so parking was easy. The shop is takeout and the skewers were wonderfully grilled. Got a mix of Chicken and Pork Skewers and only needed to trim a small amount of fat off of the Pork. Service was friendly, and I felt well take care of. I will with Joy come back. Paid via Cash. read more

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Chicken skewers, pancit, and lumpia. Don't come too late as they do run out. Parking can be tough, best to tag team with a drop off! read more

I go here whenever I can! I honestly love everything on the menu, but the pork barbecue is an absolute must-order. I've catered food from here for several gatherings, and not once has anyone disliked it. Every time, it's one of the first dishes to disappear. The food is affordable, packed with flavor, and always a crowd favorite. Lately, I've also been obsessed with their Bicol Express. The flavor is so rich and although not much heat. If you're looking for delicious Filipino food that's consistently good and great for feeding a group, this place never disappoints. Highly recommend! read more

I can't believe I haven't typed a review for this place! I've been coming to Fil-Am since 2012 when I first moved to Daly City, and even though I live in San Jose now, I still make the drive whenever I can. From day one, I've always been greeted with such welcoming smiles and amazing customer service, to the point where they already knew my order lol. They're mostly known for their BBQ plates (which are definitely worth the hype), but honestly all of their food is amazing. I also used to visit their South City location when it was open, and the customer service there was just as kind and welcoming. Definitely one of my all-time favorite spots. Just remember to bring cash! read more

I saved this spot to my bookmarks a long time ago but didn't try it until just recently. After reading the other reviews, I was prepared to show up at 8 AM on the dot to avoid having to wait and in order to ensure that everything I wanted was in stock. I spent the days prior to my visit looking up every dish on the menu to make sure I knew what everything was so I could order accordingly. I told my boyfriend to prepare for battle as all parking would be metered, it would be a busy street, and there would very likely be a wait in line. Lo and behold, when we pull up there is no line. I jump out and run inside to find just one guy ahead of me ordering, so immediately I felt much relief and was instantly in a better mood. I get the two items with rice with two additional skewers on the side. My boyfriend wanted lumpia but unfortunately they didn't have any, possibly because it was first thing in the morning. The guy who took my order dipped the skewers that I wanted in the sauce and put them on the grill as soon as I finished talking, wrapped everything up nicely, I paid at the register and was out the door in probably under five minutes. The smell of garlic rice was wafting out of the bag on our drive home so we were super excited. After getting home, I was satisfied to see that the skewers were so big that they were sticking out of the side of the takeout box, just like the other reviewers described. I got two chicken and two pork, my boyfriend was a fan of the chicken and I preferred the pork so it worked out well. The pork definitely has some fatty pieces and reminds me a lot of the Chinese style honey bbq pork, especially with the color too. The two items with rice alone is more than enough for two people, but both the rice and meat keep in the fridge and reheat in the microwave well so there's no harm in getting extra and saving it for later. Really glad to have discovered this gem! read more

Had this place once at a family party and it was good, so we wanted to place an order to bring to another party. Called and they didn't pick up at first, called again then was on "hold" for 5 minutes and they hung up. Called back a few times and they picked up but again on "hold" for 5 minutes hearing singing in the background and they hung up again. So yeah don't bother trying to place an order on the phone, seems like you'll have to go in person. read more

Food: pork skewer because they had a huge catering order and had no chicken. Service: good, fast Ambiance: hole in the wall, no seating. They had also run out of lumpia. Seems as if they should have ordered more food to cover the catering order AND the many people walking in. That was disappointing since we drove 30 miles to try this place. Have to say the portion of pancit was huge and very tasty. The pork skewers were delicious as well. A must try if you are in the area. read more

Man this placed used to have the best filipino bbq in DC area, sadly that's not the case anymore. Their bbqs taste kinda of raw, like they aren't grilled enough. They're also on the hard side. I do however still buy turon bananas because they're delish, but i wish they had langka inside. read more

Super delicious food at a very reasonable price. Make sure to plan in advance since they are pretty busy. Very efficient staff and old school no trills ambiance read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

I split the BBQ pork plate and was pleasantly surprised with how big the portion of pancit was! Unfortunately, some pieces of the skewers were too burnt to eat. I expected it to be charred, but the pork was fully black. We ate around the char, but were a bit disappointed. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Menu - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Come for the BBQ skewers, skip the abysmal lumpia. The BBQ skewer combos are so good and they pile on the rice/pancit so the value is excellent for the amount of food you receive. The lumpia however is another story. They were barely filled with anything and were way too overpriced compared to the entrees. Like others mentioned, cash only and street parking isn't the easiest depending on what time you go. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Lumpia Shanghai with barely any filling - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Fil-Am Cuisine is the best place for Filipino food around! The skewers are both amazing (pork and chicken), but if I had to choose the pork is my favorite! (Also not pictured) The chicken adobo is so amazing and a must order! The rice they give is also really good and soaks up the sauces of each dish very well! We got Turon as well which ended the meal correctly! If you live in the Bay Area you got to try Fil Am! read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - BBQ Pork BBQ Chicken - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Delicious food! Grab and go kinda spot. You get a TON of rice. Meat is very flavorful. The lumpia was sitting out, but still crispy. The ube halaya was not needed, but everything else was great. read more

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Bring cash! Love this place, you get big portions perfect for sharing-- that way you can order a bunch of things. I have seen customers picking up large orders in foil pans, they would be a great place to order food for a party. Parking can be tricky so be prepared to possibly park on another street and walk over. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Bbq chicken and pork sticks with rice and pancit - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

I was able to experience Fil-Am Cuisine when I was visiting family in NoCal, May 2025. I somehow found this off the main road in Daly City. I do not know how I was prompted to go here except for the majority of foot traffic mainstreaming towards this fine Filipino eating establishment. I was probably a dozen back in line, talking to people in front and back of me. After hearing their glowing remarks of how great the food was, I knew I made the right choice for my next meal. I was steered to order the skewer pork & chicken & pancit - 2 item plate for just over $10.00. I made the right choice as I have not had food like this in quite a while. If you are ever in the area, make the stop & you will know why locals love this flavorful Filipino made food. read more

Incredible meal. Truly the best filipino food. my second time at Fil - Am and i finally got to try the pork bbq skewer. Came in around 11 ish and there was only a small line. previously when i came later, they had run out of lots of dishes including the bbq skewers. They had plenty to choose from and i ordered a skewer, tocino, garlic rice and lumpia. a whole meal the skewer changed my life. the savory sweet pork and the sauce drippings combined w the garlic rice is such a homey and comforting meal. the tocino was sweet and fatty and the lumpia is a staple of course. cash only so bring cash and come early to shorten the line. Love it so much 5/5 meal read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - BBQ Pork Special tocino Lumpia Shanghai - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

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What better place to stop for Filipino food than Daly City? I used to frequent this area and always had this place bookmarked. I was pleasantly surprised to find Fil Am lives up to its reputation! The chicken and pork skewers are tasty and generously sized while remaining affordable at $3.99 each. They have a variety of hot bar entrees as well. I also like their turon and other desserts. Today the turon came out crispy and fresh and the cassava cake was also yummy. I'll make it a point to visit whenever I'm back in the area! read more

A favorite for the two of us - Meat, veg, carbs... what could be better? Oh, Yeah; with Filipina Flair...!!! read more

2025 update. Huge Fil-Am Cuisine fan here. BBQ skewers are $3.75. Chicken or pork. The ten piece shanghai lumpia is $4.10. There was a short 15 minute wait at 4:30pm on a Saturday. During peak hours, wait times can be around an hour. Early in the morning, they are busy with the party trays. My family and I love their skewers. They are so flavorful. Sometimes when I'm across the street at Jack in the Box, I can smell the BBQ and if the line is not long, I'll grab a few skewers. That was the case today. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - BBQ skewers $3.75 each - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

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This is a neighborhood Filipino place that's family owned and operated. It has been here ever since I could remember. A few things have changed after Covid. The place no longer has tables to dine in. You must take out only but the food is good still and it's a lot cheaper and better than eating at any fast food. Soon as I walked in the restaurant, I was greeted and asked what I wanted to order. I quickly placed my order and I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Best bbq! Friendly people and you can tell when they are bbq-ing as you can smell it from a mile away.

This place is cheap, filling, and delish. We come all the time. 5 stars for their bbq chicken Our go-to meal 2 bbq chicken skewers w/ white rice. The bbq chicken is always slightly better than the pork. Although they are cooked with the same marinade, the chicken retains more moisture than the pork. For the most part, the chicken is usually juicy and tender and cooked well and the pork is dry and tougher. I've tried several of their other entrees too and while they're flavorful, they're too heavy handed with the salt. Wish they had more veggie options. Lumpia is average. I love that they pack so much food into the containers that it overflows so they have to use seran wrap because a lid can't fit over it CASH ONLY. Takeout only. no seating inside. They close early at 7pm:( read more

Well oiled machine, the best whole in the wall spot for Filipino food. This is my go to spot for party platters. The only thing is you have to remember to bring cash. If you haven't had Filipino barbecue, then it's definitely a must try. I recommend trying a stewed meat -- it may look scary but I'm telling you those stewed down meats with rice is chefs kiss!! Here's a cheat sheet: * Pork/Chicken Adobo - Meat braised in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns (classic) * Dinuguan - Savory pork stew made with pork blood and vinegar (trust I know, I know) * Beef Caldereta - Beef simmered in tomato sauce with liver spread, potatoes, and peppers. * Kare-Kare - Oxtail or beef stew in a thick peanut sauce, served with bagoong (shrimp paste) ***nut allergy warning * Monggo - Mung beans (boiled until soft and creamy), Garlic, Onion, Tomato, with bits of pork belly read more

Don't forget the cash! There is always a line of people standing outside, but you don't have to wait too long (10-20 min). The grilled pork and chicken skewers are constantly grilled fresh and they take pride in making sure you get good quality, non-burnt meat. I don't mind the charred pieces, and the past two times I went, they threw a pork skewer in for free because they thought it was a little too burnt! However, the pork was nicely crispy, and a bit sweet with the caramelized sauce. Fantastic amount of food for the price, especially the pancit which already comes with chicken pieces and satisfies at least three meals for less than $20. The lumpia was also very crispy and addicting to snack on. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Lumpia - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

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My family and I love coming to Fil - Am Cuisine! It is one of the BEST chicken skewers I've ever had! The chicken is incredibly moist, tender, and so flavorful. This spot has become a must-visit for me every time I'm in San Francisco. The consistency and quality of their food always impress me, and I look forward to enjoying it every chance I get. The restaurant is very small, so they don't offer indoor or outdoor seating. Depending on the time of day, there can be a bit of a wait but it's absolutely worth it. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for amazing chicken skewers. They have some street metered parking spaces available. read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

Finally, finally, finally! I was able to try these Filipino skewers. I've heard friends talk about it, have seen foodies post about it, and everything in between. There was about 7-10 people in line ahead of us, and if that doesn't show how popular they are, you can see the abundant amount of catering trays waiting for pickup in the room. The shop is fairly small, and you wait in line to order what you want. I ended up getting chicken skewers, pork skewers, and pancit. I couldn't order everything I wanted, unfortunately, so I'll definitely have to come back. The food is super cheap at less than $4 per skewer. And it's not a small skewer either! It's so packed with meat that it's hard to pull off the skewer at times. The meat was tender (and still warm even after a 40+ minute drive home!) and full of flavor. I was definitely scared that it might be dry but that wasn't the case. One of the pork skewers was a bit charred but it wasn't too bad. I think the chicken was my favorite but I would order either again! The pancit was pretty typical - nothing outrageous but it hit the spot. And there was a lot of it too! The line does move fairly quick but if there's a lot of people you may have to wait. It's a cash-only establishment but the food is cheap and portion sizes are quick big. Overall, super happy that I was able to try this place out. There are lines for a reason! read more

Fil-Am Cuisine - Pancit - Filipino Near Me - Daly City, California

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