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    Karihang-Pinoy

    4.4 (60 reviews)
    InexpensiveFilipino
    Open • 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    William S.

    Went to get some Armenia food next door while in town but it was closed even tho it was listened as open. Worked out for me this place was cash only next door and absolutely delivered. I love when you stumble into unreal food and service. Lady behind the counter was hilarious and extremely helpful. Inside was clean and fun, food was excellent. Both doctors and families were eating in there. Will be back! Bill @saxboybilly18

    Dad approved!
    Rheanne G.

    Came right at opening and they were still getting everything ready, but they were super sweet to cook everything we were craving to eat! Salamat po ate! Everything was so yummy it truly felt like home.

    Jennifer B.

    Parental units and I came through the area to visit a friend we haven't seen for far too long. We told him we'd bring the grub for lunch and asked what he preferred. "Pinoy food, please!" And that he had no preference which dish or where it's from so long as it's that particular cuisine. I could have gone to one of those more popular places, but once in awhile, I like to support mom-and-pop spots. I ran across a few, but came through here since I had a good feeling about this one. We walked in and my first impression was... meh. Nothing stood out really, other than the piled up dirty dishes on one side. I got to look around a little bit more and there was no flair or anything showy. It's a simple place with a few tables and chairs, a few dated pictures and decor. (Then some guy come out from the kitchen and grabbed all the dirty dishes, came back to give that area a good wipe down, then hurriedly got on washing them dishes. I had that "oohhh, I get it..." moment. I guess that's where guests place their plates when they're done!) So! Off to the grub. I was initially disappointed there were only three dishes presented. (Bulalo, adobo and I believe was chicken afritada.) They mentioned they also had some leftover longanisa and egg from their breakfast run. Welp... we bought 'em all. 5 combos, 3 of them with bulalo, mixed and matched the adobo and afritada, spotted one last daing bangus and got that, too, got a few of the leftover longanisa and that last egg. We also got one of those packed cookies to go. BULALO: They really are good at making this. The broth was rich and had depth and it pretty much dominated the entire dish. It was a little underseasoned - as it should be since everyone has their own salt level preference - but nothing a little fish sauce couldn't fix. The meat was secondary at this, cooked really tender. Yum! ADOBO: This, too, was prepped well. Not a hint of dryness and that is always key! Seasoning was perfect - great ration of soy sauce and vinegar. I didn't get to try the chicken (since it was someone else's combo) but I heard good things. FOOD: 5. Only snag was they forgot to give us a one order of rice to go with a combo. No biggie - they gave us enough on the other 4 to share. SERVICE: 5. They were a little slow but factor in the fact they were understaffed, it's understandable. PLUS! There was a gentleman (who came after us) complaining that they gave us the last daing bangus (which he said he wanted) and their staff responded nicely and casually with (translated from Tagalog), "I know, but there's nothing we can do. They were first." VALUE: 5. We got a lot for what we paid. They were incredibly generous with the amount they gave us on the bulalo alone. PARKING: Private lot shared with others. Spots are a little tight, but wasn't an issue for us. OVERALL: 5. A perfect 5, yes, albeit the snags as they addressed and handled those immediately, so really can't complain. There's a reason they've been thriving for over a decade now even without the ritz and glamor other eateries have. And I have to mention they have a following - almost all those who came through knew their staff (and vice versa) on a first-name basis. Love checking out these small businesses and leaving happy-happy. Definitely keeping them on my radar now.

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    Cel B.

    The best home cooked filipino breakfast place! Been going here for decades, the service and taste of the food never changed. A little gem in LA to must visit when craving for filipino breakfast or food. Their Bulalo that is being served on Thursday and Sunday is also a must try. Their phone number changed to (323) 407-6193.

    Tapa + Rice + Egg + tomatoes
    Jane P.

    Went here bec I was craving Tapa. I walked in and Nanay said she don't have anymore left. However, she did save an order of tapa on the side for someone who called. She gave it to me LOL! Thanks ho nanay! It was delish!

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    Nancy M.

    Whenever I'm in the area, I drop by here because the Filipino food is bomb diggity! :) Seriously...LIKE MAMA MAKE IT! Okay, sorry Mom...actually better! LOL Wednesdays are fried chicken days! Woohoo! Breakfast is the busiest time, but it's when you can definitely get a very hearty beginning. Seriously...tapsilog, longsilog, tocilog, etc. Mmm...I take mine with garlic fried rice (otherwise known as sinang-ag (sp?))! Sorry, I'm Filipino but EOP - English Only Pilipino! LOL The day I came here was one of the days they had okoy (Battered bean sprouts mixed with veggies and shrimp, fried into a flat cake - Yummy with garlic vinegar!) , which I was told the only cook every two weeks. Mmm...and I had mongo! OMG! I haven't had it in so long. Unfortunately, they only accept cash but their prices are a lot lower than any other "turo-turo" place I've ever been to. They don't serve you either. It's like cafeteria style...pick up your food, sit wherever you like, and then pay at the register. Oh, and when you are craving some Filipino desserts...they have plenty to feast on. I nearly keeled over thinking about how much I ended up bringing home. LOL :) See you soon!

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    When it gets busy? Attitude came out. Rude server especially when its busy. Just the server bad communication to customer.

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    Delicious food, excellent service. I had the tinola and menudo today, both masarap. Authentic Filipino dishes.

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    Great service and Great food. Parking is just a little difficult, but worth going to .!!

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    The best tapsilog so far and it's cheap! The restaurant is rather small but cozy. The service is great. The staff are courteous.

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    Home-cooked, reasonable, clean friendly been going there for decades we need more stores like this

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    Lumpia shanghai, steamed rice, chopsuey, pancit miki bihon, sinampalukang manok, lechon kawali, Sisig bangus, beef caldereta

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