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    LA Rose Cafe

    4.2 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateFilipino
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Ginataang na Gulay with shrimp, Shanghai Eggrolls, and steamed rice.
    Steven B.

    Had Ginataang na Gulay with shrimp, and Shanghai Eggrolls. Both were very good, reminding me of my wife's cooking. Ordered delivery, and it arrived well packed, still hot, and good portions.

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    Yasmeen X.

    I came with my partner and mother-in-law. We've been in the hunt to find authentic filipino food that reminds them of home. We all agreed after our meal, we would come back again to try their palabok! We also had their buchon with their homemade liver sauce--incredible btw. I forgot to take a photo, because we were busy eating. For my partner and his mom, the ambiance felt like they were back home in the Philippines. 10/10 recommend trying La Rose Cafe out.

    Wooo!
    Leland S.

    I've heard about this spot for a while. I was in the area and finally had a chance to check it out -- here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Welcome to Hollywood! It can get busy, but there's usually metered parking around the area if you're patient. Seating: Mostly indoor seating with room for around 50 people. Works well for both small and larger groups. Vibes: This isn't the flashy side of Hollywood, but it's still surrounded by plenty of lively spots and things to do. The restaurant itself feels like stepping into a Filipino American home -- a mix of Filipino cultural touches alongside European-style artwork and framed articles highlighting the restaurant's history and recognition. It gives the space a lived-in, personal feel. Great for a food adventure, meeting up with friends, or even settling in for a casual meal while getting some work done. FOOD / DRINKS Dinuguan (Recommend) Tangy, slightly sour, and earthy -- classic Filipino black pudding stew with tender pork chunks. It's one of those dishes that's deeply traditional and packed with iron-rich flavor. If you're familiar with Filipino cuisine, this one hits the mark. Chicken Inasal (Recommend) Nicely charred and juicy grilled chicken with saucy flavors throughout. Simple, satisfying, and well-executed. Calamansi with Honey (Recommend) Sweet, citrusy, and refreshing. The calamansi gives it that bright Filipino citrus flavor, while the honey smooths everything out nicely. SERVICE Franco was great -- friendly and attentive without being overbearing. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Delicious food, solid variety, and a pleasant overall experience. I tend to be a tougher critic when it comes to Filipino food, but this place delivered. The dishes had good presentation, quality ingredients, and flavors that reflect Filipino provincial cooking. Props to the LA Rose Cafe team for continuing to honor Lemuel Balagot's legacy. Looking forward to coming back. #FilipinoFoodMovement #RepresentAZN TIPS * Check their website or IG for seasonal specials. * https://www.ft.com/content/9bfd3cc3-1d5f-4173-9e67-c4d942652382

    Halo-halo
    Lis S.

    Food was delicious! The owner and staff were attentive, polite and welcoming. Ambiance was nice and cozy. Great place for casual meals and special occasions. We had Miki bihon, dinuguan, daing Bangus, Buchon. Then we had halo-halo for dessert- it was decadent! It's loaded and enough to share for 4! We ordered empanadas to go as we were all full. Glad we did coz they're delectable!

    Buchon (1/2 lb)
    Nicki A.

    Finally got to try LA Rose Cafe after seeing so many good videos about it on insta/tiktok and it did not disappoint. From the moment you walk in, it feels like you're entering your Lola's house with the cozy and design (it was so cute with Christmas decoration, especially) We came with a party of 6 and we were able to book a reservation for 11am on a Saturday. Service was kind and quick! We ordered: - Tapa Plate - Tocino Plate - Oxtail Kare-Kare - Sweet & Sour Sole Fish - Daing - 1/2 lb Buchon - sides of garlic rice for those who didn't get a plate Everything was delicious and felt so homey! My favorite was the Sweet & Sour Sole Fish bc it had a perfect tempura batter flake and came with 2 sauces (sweet and sour & a tempura like sauce). Folks who ordered individual plates said the tapa and tocino were also very good. I loved that the had different kinds of vinegar on the table (forgot to take a pic) There were so many things I wanted to try from the menu so I will definitely be back again, thank you!

    Allister D.

    I'm sorry but me and my wife were disappointed when we came for brunch last Friday. Coming in here felt like being at our nanay's home; a traditional Filipino home with random stuff and paintings on the wall. Nothing against it, it was just slightly odd. Not to mention, the bathroom area was pretty dirty with sewer water on the tile floors from the rain, etc. it felt icky. As we sat down, it took a long while for us to order. Maybe because there was only one person? There was literally only one cook as well which slowed things down. As we ordered, they had ran out of Sisig which I really wanted to try; I wish they had warned us from the start or had a notice up so guests knew. When the food came out, I thought their "famous empanadas" were dry and bland. They were so pale and weren't baked correctly. These definitely needed their house hot sauce for more flavor and taste. These DID NOT taste well with their house made sweet mustard sauce. Their cebu style lechon tasted like regular lechon kawali and their longanisa was so cold and dry, we had to tell them to re cook it. They literally threw it back into the fryer and just over cooked it to where it was burnt. This was a bad experience for us and we'll not be coming back. To be Filipino, I'm a bit shocked that this place did not execute especially since there's not that many Filipino restaurants around. Not good.

    Julie D.

    A while back, I saw a video of a grip of gen z Fil-Ams talking about how this was their go to spot for Filipino foods. A lot of them said they fux with the sinigang. Color me confused because I had never heard of her. What rock have I been living under that I'd never heard of this place? So, early one Saturday, I pulled up with my sister from another mister to get our breakfast on. First of all, tell me why they're basically down the street from me. They've been around as long as I've been alive and not once had I been. Truly a shock considering my commitment with never making food at home. I stay eating outside. There was only one other group of diners while we were there. A family of 4 who were seated in the back room. We ended up being seated in the area facing Fountain. My first comment was how I felt like I was at my Lola's house because the decor was giving Lola vibes, in the best way. I felt like I was home. My friend got the laing meal and I got the tocino. We also got a side order of the sweet & spicy longanisa. Broooooooooooooo That food was wow. I'm gonna say it again - it tasted like home. Down to the fixins on the table like vinegar and suchas. I appreciated all the little touches. We ate so much yet still had so much leftovers. Their portion size was crazy. We would've been good with just one meal and another protein a la carte. We also got a small bowl of their arroz caldo. Let me tell you something, a single tear legit went down my left cheek. That tasted like what my mom made for me when she was still with us. The memories that came flooding back took me on a rollercoaster of emotions. We did order their famous empanada that never came. We had to remind our server that he never dropped it off. I'm not sure why he didn't double check if we still wanted them which we did. We would've obviously paid for them. Despite that they're getting all the stars from me because the food was fire and their drinks were 10/10. I got the Maria Clara. They also allow two free refills so that's a double win. I'm about to pull up every weekend. Take all my monies.

    Mari J.

    Craving for bangsilog and decided to try La Rose -- and wow, it did not disappoint! The bangsilog was so yummy, and the longganisa was equally delicious. We finished off with their ensaymada for dessert, which was soft, buttery, and absolutely perfect. The restaurant has such a warm, classic vibe, and Gabriel was super sweet and attentive -- truly great service! Hands down, one of the best Filipino restaurants in the area. There's street parking available, and while the outside of the building could use a little tidying up, the restaurant itself is clean and well-kept inside. Definitely coming back soon!. Thank you!

    Christine W.

    Such a cute restaurant. Friendly servers and good Filipino food. Excellent brunch place. Street parking only.

    Roy V.

    Ivan craving some really good chicken adobo for a long time as my cousins are Filipino and I only got good adobo at their house when Mom made it. Well if you eat here, Mama will make it for you too! It was a very generous portion of dark meat chicken in a really nice adobo sauce. It came with some grilled vegetables and a big heaping bowl of white rice. Not a tiny little bowl of white rice but old school two decades ago amount. And then the price can't be beat. My whole meal which I was full at the end was 19 dollars and 95 cents. And they do a really good job of giving you some flavored water that's included. With mint and lemon. Just really nice touches. The decor is amazing, you feel like you're tita's living room and eating at her kitchen. Highly recommended.

    Sinigang na bangus (Milkfish)
    Isabella B.

    Tried this place for the first time with friends earlier today. I ordered Sinigang na Bangus (Milkfish) with garlic rice and I thought it was really good. I felt comforted by the sourness of the Sinigang soup after feeling stressed about my final exam. My friends ordered Tapsilog and Tocilog (tapa and tocino with garlic fried rice) and I was able to try them. The tapa was alright, but the tocino was very delicious. I liked how the tocino wasn't fatty at all. I would recommend the Sinigang and Tocilog to other friends/my family. The service was great. Our server was nice and accommodated us quickly when we needed something. The wait time for the food we ordered wasn't so bad. I also liked the ambiance of the restaurant because it felt like I was inside a family friend's house, which was unique to me. The food is a little on the pricier side for Filipino food, but overall I had a great experience dining here.

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    Shwe N.

    cool experience shoutout elise and all the filipinos xD can get very messy and chaotic but it's fun sharing family style and eating with ma hands like a true southeast asian keke food wise it was sooo yommy especially the lechon, garlic rice, crispy fried fish, as well as the bangus with vinegar, etc. the shrimp and veggies were okay to me since they're just sautéed. the dessert halo-halo was sweetening and a satisfying way to end the meal too.

    L W.

    I'll rate it 3.5. I Visited with my daughter as I was craving Filipino food. Restaurant on corner not much of a curbside appeal. Greeted by a waiter/host. The place was bigger than I thought . High ceilings with a piano. Decorated ornately - Filipino style. We waited awhile to give our order. I ad to call another waiter to let them know we were ready to order. We ordered the 1/2 lb lechon combo plate and pancit palabok. Sizes were reasonable for price.There were 2 of us and it filled us up. They provided infused lemon cucumber water. I really enjoyed the vinegary sauce on the table over the hot tomato sauce. The stirfry veggies on combo plate was like it came from A frozen bag. The garlic rice flavorful. The lechon so-so( too Hard and dry) but enjoyed the sauce that came with. We both enjoyed the palabok with shrimp. . We didn't order any dessert but the halo halo bowl was huge /colorful and looked like it could serve 4 . people! I'll come next time for the dessert. People were nice and polite. But, service was slow. Slow to put in order and to get our check. The bathroom needs an update! It's old and unclean Only street parking and had a difficult time to find one on a Sunday afternoon.

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    Is there parking?

    There is no designated parking. There are street metered parking.

    Where can I get info on your catering services?

    Call the restaurant and talk to the owner. I believe his name is Lem. They do a lot of catering.

    Do they cater? If they do is full service including linens and china available?

    We cater all events weddings birthdays pls call we do all needs and cuisines including China linen

    Is the tocino made without the colors and preservatives?

    No preservatives colors yes we Can make to see you know without color up and request a few days before needed as far as preservatives we only use the sugar and salt to preserve the meat which is part of the curing Thank you for inquiring

    Is there kamayan available?

    They do offer it but must book in advance

    Is there vegan Filipino food here? thanks

    yes we do pls call 3232368930

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    4.4(727 reviews)
    4.9 miArts District, Downtown
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    Located right in the heart of the Arts District, Sampa is one of those LA restaurant that's trendy,…read morehigh‑end, and still feels warm and welcoming. The kind of spot where you walk in and immediately think, Yep... this is where you bring someone you're trying to impress. The ambience hits that perfect balance of modern, moody, and stylish, a little sexy, a little artsy, and fully date‑night certified. Service was on point the entire night, for my experience, maybe cause they know I was was going to tip very heavily. Ha ha ha. Which ai did by the way! Staff was attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without being pretentious. The team here knows the menu inside and out, and they guide you like they're curating an experience rather than just taking an order. Drinks topped off, plates cleared smoothly, pacing perfect. High‑end feel without the high‑end attitude. Let's talk about the food. Filipino Fusion Done With Swagger Ribeye Salpicao, This dish is straight-up dangerous. Tender ribeye cubes seared with garlicky, buttery goodness, the kind of salpicao that makes you rethink every bite you have. Rich, savory, and addicting. If you don't guard your plate, someone at the table will steal a piece. "Because I know I would!" Rockfish Pritong, it was crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and seasoned like someone's Filipino auntie whispered the secrets of life into the batter. Bright, punchy flavors with that perfect crunch. Definitely a sleeper hit. Crispy Duck Pancit, This one is wild, pancit with a crispy duck twist that somehow feels both comforting and elevated. The noodles soak up all that savory duck richness, and the crispy skin on top. Wow, a moment of silence for how good that bite is. Papaya Salad, so fresh, bright, and refreshing. A perfect palate reset between the heavier dishes. Crunchy, citrusy, and balanced, the kind of salad that actually earns its spot on the table. Grilled Eggplant Salad, smoky, silky eggplant with a char that tastes like it came straight off a backyard grill in Manila. Light but flavorful, and a great contrast to the richer plates. Pasta Palabok, a true Filipino classic reimagined. Creamy, savory palabok sauce wrapped around pasta instead of noodles, bold move, but it works. The textures are luxurious, and the flavors stay true to the original. Tare Tare Tamale, definitely one of the most creative dishes of the night. A fusion tamale with tare flavors that hit sweet, salty, and umami all at once. Soft masa, rich filling, and a flavor combo that makes you pause mid‑bite. "Mmmm hmmm!" Hamachi, so clean, fresh, and beautifully plated. The kind of hamachi that melts instantly and makes you feel fancy even if you're wearing sneakers. Of course I had my dress shoes on. It has bright citrus notes and just the right amount of heat. Sampa nails the high‑end, artsy vibe without feeling stiff. Trendy lighting, modern décor, and a soundtrack that keeps the energy fun. Perfect for date night, anniversaries, or when you want to look like you know the cool spots in LA. Sampa is Filipino fusion with confidence, bold flavors, gorgeous plating, and an atmosphere that elevates the whole night. If you're trying to impress your significant other, celebrate something special, or just treat yourself to a killer meal in the Arts District, this place delivers. "Always remember the energy you give ...is the energy you receive. One bite at a time! " Miguel C.

    We came here during DineLA week. $55 for 4 course menu. It is our first time here but we had tried…read moretheir kare-kare tamale and ube cheese cake at food festival... so, we were quite excited to dine here. The menu is simple but creative, perfect blend of Filipino and Spanish cuisine. Inasal cesar salad: calamansi dressing is refreshing. Grilled chicken is perfectly grilled add a nice twist to the salad. Kare-kare tamale: signature dish. The braised oxtail is so moist and tender..the veloute sauce is milky. Bucatini and rigatoni are also so yummy. We can't decide the winner. Bucatini is spicy. Rigatoni is milky and buttery... so you decide. Grilled escabeche white fish: the fish is moist with crispy skin. Ribeye is melt in my mouth. For desert, panna cotta is a.perfect ending of a beautiful dinner. Every dish.is beautifully presented. The service is impeccable. There is paid parking across from the restaurant for $10. It is probably one of the best meal we had this year. If you have not been here, Sampa should be on your bookmark to check out.

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    Spoon & Pork

    Spoon & Pork

    4.3(571 reviews)
    1.3 miSilver Lake
    $$

    4.5 stars. Sorry,…read moreguys - I'm still catching up on my reviews and am kicking myself for failing to write this before Spoon & Pork permanently shut its doors. This was an unforgettable eatery. During our trip to Los Angeles in May, 2023, Wendell invited Jay, Z and me to meet up with Veda and him for a late lunch at 2 PM at one of their favourite Filipino restaurants, Spoon & Pork, on Sunday, the 7th. Spoon & Pork, which originated as a food truck, was a restaurant that specialized in Filipino comfort food with a contemporary twist. They offered a fresh, inventive fusion of the flavours of the Philippines with modern sophistication. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles' Silver Lake neighbourhood, Spoon & Pork was a cozy boutique eatery on bustling Sunset Boulevard that greeted guests with a neon pig sign at their front entrance. No private lot on this busy street, so finding nearby parking was a bit challenging and although the charming spot offered both indoor and al fresco dining, seating was also limited. The tropical-inspired dining room with warm wood accents created an effortlessly cool and relaxed atmosphere that felt both modern and rooted in tradition. Upon entry, guests were welcomed by the aroma of sizzling meats and fragrant spices which alluded to the culinary journeys to come. The food at Spoon & Pork wasn't exactly what one's nanay (mom) or lola (grandma) would cook. Celebrating fresh takes on the richness of Filipino cuisine, the menu was an invitation to indulge in unexpected, compelling twists on a thoughtfully curated selection of traditional dishes, infusing familiar flavours into new forms. Below are what we ordered: beef tapa ($25) - MASARAP (DELICIOUS)! Of all the dishes that we ordered, this was the winner of them all as the succulent meat packed a punch of flavour. adobo tofu ($14) - One of Wendell's regular orders, this notable plant-based option, was a tasty, innovative take on the Philippine classic that balanced tradition with modern creativity. laing ($9) - From their platito, small plates section, this bowl of coconut braised taro leaves was rich and creamy deliciousness, but, yes, mini in portion size. garlic rice ($4/$7) - Ordering the garlic rice over plain jasmine rice was a no brainer. Thoroughly infused with the savouriness of the many bits of garlic, this rice perfectly paired with all of the other dishes. bistek ($28) - The skirt steak was very tender and the sauce perfectly balanced the tanginess from the calamansi juice with the savoury soy sauce. lechon kawali ($23) - Another reimagined classic dish featuring crispy, golden pork belly with crunchy skin and tender, flavourful meat inside. The dish was complemented by a tangy, pickled red cabbage that enhanced the crispy texture and added a refreshing contrast. This mastery of flavour and texture tickled Z's tastebuds and won him over. Before this day, Z was never a fan of Filipino food. Everything tasted boldly rich and every bit intensely intoxicated our taste buds. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive. What a remarkably epicurean feast and delightful experience we enjoyed! We're super bummed that Spoon & Pork permanently closed shoppe. Z and I were hoping to return for another tasty meal. Truly, a worthy spot this place was to hit up for an impressively creative taste of the Philippines in Los Angeles.

    Upscale, refined, & re-invented Filipino dishes with familiar & traditional flavors , but in a very…read morewelcoming, chill, relaxed, & casual setting. As a second-generation Filipino-American, I would be lying if I didn't say that I had rather high expectations for Spoon & Pork, but as always, I try my best to keep any biases aside & curb any + all expectations. That said, Spoon & Pork is quite the anomaly. What I mean by that is that you have the hallmarks of any typical Filipino restaurant: simple interiors with modest decor, & beyond hospitable wait staff - especially our host, but the techniques & presentations of their dishes are something that you'd find at the highest of fine dining establishments. The irony is kind of nice because I don't feel so guilty about rocking a simple t-shirt + jeans, while enjoying what I'd expect to served at an establishment along Rodeo Dr. FOOD: Appetizer Lumpia Shanghai - 8.0 / 10 Perhaps the most famous of Filipino appetizers / street foods. I pride myself of bringing trays of these myself to any gathering because who doesn't love crispy, crunchy, meat-stuffed egg rolls that you can pop into your mouth? Here, the only real difference is that the individual pieces are longer that what you'd typically find. The pork + veggie dumpling is the same as elsewhere as well as your sweet + sour sauce. Nothing exactly to write home about, but delicious nonetheless Side Adobo Rice - 7.7 / 10 I feel like I've had this before & even made it myself. Simply put, imagine mixing plain, white rice into a cauldron of adobo broth. The very small pieces of meat are nice, but again, it's we're not exactly re-inventing the wheel here. It is a very nice upgrade vs. ordering your standard issue steamed (white) rice. Entrées Tapa - 9.0 / 10 A favorite of mine growing up as a kid. But whereas my mother would fry thin strips of beef, almost to a dehydrated crisp (think thicker, moister beef jerky), their rendition is quite different. Heartier chunks of premium quality beef, generously swimming in a broth of soy, vinegar, & garlic. This was personally my favorite dish of the night & a nice interpretation of a Filipino staple. The atchara (papaya, carrots, and red bell peppers, in tangy brine) provided a nice + refreshing counterpoint. Adobo Pork Belly - 8.9 / 10 If you ask anyone who knows anything about Filipino cuisine, the word "adobo" will almost always come to mind. But "Filipino style" adobo is quite different in meaning to its Spanish counterpart. In this case, we're referring to the classic preparation of any dish in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce peppercorns, garlic, & bay leaves. Your boy definitely love pork belly (fatty unsmoked bacon of steroids), but the delicate pieces of meat smothered in the classic sauce was something of a revelaltion. I honestly didn't know how I haven't stumbled upon Pork Belly in Adobo (sauce) sooner than now. Highly recommended if you want to they the most classical Filipino flavor but with a modern take. As far as parking goes, availability is limited to the rather small number of spaces that they share with the fish taco shack immediately adjacent. But metered parking in aplenty. PRO TIP: Having actually lived about less than 100 yards away from this very restaurant (I moved away 1 year before they opened this location), drive up Westerly Terrace & you'll likely find some non-designated residential parking spots & just walk on over. Spoon & Pork are doing some very innovative things in Filipino cuisine. Combining modern techniques to traditional flavors. This place definitely deserves your business!

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    Busy night!

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    Adobo Musubi and Gambas Roll!

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    Kusina Filipina Los Angeles - P7. Pork Adobo

    Kusina Filipina Los Angeles

    4.0(521 reviews)
    4.2 miGlassell Park
    $$

    Stumbled upon this place with some friends while looking for Filipino food in the area. I don't…read moreknow exactly what I was expecting but any expectations I had were surpassed by miles. When we walked in, there was a full jazz band made up of what looked like high school students playing. Despite there only being a few families in the audience(presumably their parents), the energy was infectious with loud whoops and clapping every time someone finished a solo. I didn't know any of these kids but I was cheering the entire time. Everyone, including the other customers were very friendly. The food itself was incredible, super affordable with huge portions. Every dish we tried was so delicious, we couldn't stop talking about how good the food was. I ordered the Pork Sisig and it could've easily fed 3 people alone. Both of my roommates also ordered their own entrees and the portions were huge. Definitely a restaurant for sharing. The service was fantastic, the server was refilling my water cup every few minutes and incredibly attentive. While looking for a quick meal we came upon a Filipino feast with live music, a super positive atmosphere, and leftovers that will last us for days. Couldn't recommend this place enough.

    I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to get an authentic experience of traditional…read moreFilipino cuisine. The flavors are reminiscent of dishes. I grew up eating and seem to be consistent each time I order. And they always provide friendly and professional customer service on the phone or in person. I highly recommend their Lumpia Shanghai and I am honestly pretty impressed with their Kare Kare, which is often a hit or miss at other locations, but here it is consistent both in flavor and portions. I ate here in person once years ago and usually do takeout. The ambience though is very nice and intimate and cozy... And I understand that they have live music from time to time. I highly recommend you give them a try!

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    Kusina Filipina Los Angeles - Lumpia shanghai, steamed rice, chopsuey, pancit miki bihon, sinampalukang manok, lechon kawali, Sisig bangus, beef caldereta

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

    Kusina Filipina Los Angeles - C3. Chicken Adobo

    C3. Chicken Adobo

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    The Park's Finest

    The Park's Finest

    4.2(2.7k reviews)
    3.0 miEcho Park
    $$

    Wednesday worker plate Pork ribs…read moreBrisket Cornbread To preface this review, I ordered takeout and ate the food roughly 1 hour after and was slightly cold. The Wednesday worker plate had an assortment of meats and a chunk of cornbread, which I thought was a good way to try some of their various offerings. The barbecue chicken consisted of a leg and a wing piece, which i thought was overall fine. The shredded pork was well seasoned and moist, and the hot link pieces were very flavorful. The beef adobo was my favorite as it had a very deep and rich coconut flavor that complimented the meat. The pork ribs were very tender and juicy and had a good meaty pork flavor. The brisket was also good too. Both these meats reheated well later in the day and was still tasty! The cornbread was also exceptional and eating it, I felt it was more like a dessert but also worked well between bites. The cornbread was moist more cakey, and had a very deep sweet coconut flavor. This is the standout. Overall delicious and recommend!

    Honestlyyyyy I've had this place on my bookmarks for quite some time and it didn't live up to my…read moreexpectations, especially considering all the recent raving reviews. We ordered four of the most ordered and highly revered items: tri tip, coconut beef adobo, smoked gouda mac, and the cornbread bibingka. * Tri tip: Ours was cold and not tender.. wasn't very flavorful either. Kinda tasted like the forgotten order that's been left drying on the counter for some time. The price is decent for an entree of tri tip though. Comes with a horseradish sauce + vinegar and bbq sauce on the side, but I didn't think any of these accompaniments were strong on their own. Made the tri tip better but not by much. * Coconut beef adobo: One of the better items. Beef chunks were melt in your mouth and the sauce was a good middle between savory and vinegary - balanced out by sweetness from the coconut. * Smoked gouda mac: Would not order again. The big shell macaroni noodles were soggy; the cheese sauce was mild in flavor, clumpy and not satisfying melty; lastly, the panko crust was just there and didn't add anything imo. * Cornbread bibingka: The other better dish of the night - very moist, muffin like crumb, and not too sweet or heavy. Portion is on the smaller side though. My bf who normally isn't a fan of cornbread enjoyed this!

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    The Park's Finest - Short-rib, wow!

    Short-rib, wow!

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    Lasita - Lechon Kawali

    Lasita

    4.4(366 reviews)
    3.9 miChinatown
    $$$

    Sinigang Shrimp Chips 5/5 Baby Gem Salad with Pinipig…read moreGranola 4.5/5 Pancit Canton with Fried Egg 5/5 Sizzling Pork Belly Sisig 5/5 Chicken Inasal 5/5 Chicken Fat Rice 5/5 Wine Selection 5/5 Corn Leche Flan 5/5   Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Overall 5/5   I have been coming to Lasita for years! I live in the Arts District and whenever I want to impress visitors - I take them to Lasita. Beautiful restaurant and and always impeccable service. Food is always amazing.   Our top favorite dishes are the Pancit Canton, Pork Belly Sisig, Chicken Inasal with the Chicken Fat Rice. There are never any leftovers. We devour everything! The Pancit Canton is one of my favorite noodle dishes - flavorful and full of chewy noods and veggies. The Pork Belly Sisig is rich and pairs perfectly with the Chicken Fat Rice. Though to be fair, everything pairs perfectly with the Chicken Fat Rice. The Chicken Inasal is juicy and tasty - I love the mojo and toyomansi dipping sauces. The desserts change - but in the past my favorites have been the Halo Halo and currently the Corn Leche Flan.   I highly recommend Lasita and will continue to return!

    I did not love it, I did not hate it. A friend of mine asked me to go because he's read some…read morereally good reviews on Lasita so I told him I will check it out. It's hard for me to go out for Filipino food, considering my best friend is Filipina and I eat at her family's house, her Tia's house, her other Tia's house, her other Tia's house and many of cousin's houses. So it was difficult for me to pay for 1/4 of the portion, that's not homemade and in a busy restaurant. We ordered the veggie salad ($16), the half inasal chicken ($28), Lechon ($25), branzino ($34), garlic fried rice ($6), a small single serving of spicy vinegar ($2.50), I can buy a bottle of this spicy vinegar at the store for $2.50. mango coconut sago dessert ($14). Everything was OK, I've had a lot better, but it was worth trying. It made me realize how much I appreciate my best friend and her family and her extended family. I would rather drive 15 minutes West of Chinatown to Filipino town and get homemade Filipino food, made by people who love their culture and food with better portions and quarter of the price. But I did make a promise to my friend that I would go and try it out. And no, I will not go again, ever.

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    Lasita - Dining area

    Dining area

    Lasita - Half Pound Lechon (Plate)

    Half Pound Lechon (Plate)

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