I had a wonderful time visiting Purple Patch, my first encounter with Filipino cuisine, and I can confidently say that it made me a fan. Our server was attentive and accommodating, which added to the overall enjoyment of the evening. As I entered the restaurant, I noticed a full bar, and the cozy seating in the back created a warm atmosphere. The dining experience was delightful, highlighted by the top-notch Filipino food that truly impressed me. The drinks were delicious and definitely top-tier, particularly the Ghost Face Manila and the Spicy Calamansi Margarita. When it came to the food, it was absolutely banging. Mama Alice's Limpia was to die for, and the Ginger Pork Belly paired perfectly with the noodles. I also ordered the Filipino Bistek, which was very good, though I felt it was a bit too salty for my taste. After indulging in those lovely dishes, we were stuffed, but I was determined to try something else. We compromised and opted for the Pandan Pansedal Bun, which was hot and absolutely delicious. read more

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Atmosphere just like home cooking and lively. The food was outstanding as was our server, Candida. We were a table of 8 and it is rare that one server can do so much for everyone, always available, continuously checking on us, pleasant, cheerful, and extremely talented. While everything about the Purple Patch was outstanding, Candida stood out, thank you Candida and thank you Purple Patch for a wonderful wonderful experience!!! read more

Seated outside and even though it was slightly rainy it was in a nice canopy area. The staff were all friendly and attentive! We got the lumpia, sizzling sisig, and mama Alice's bicol express, with ube bread pudding for dessert. The lumpia was crispy, the sisig was beautifully presented and tasted good but the bicol express had so much flavor in the sauce, I really would recommend that one! The ube bread pudding was a great dessert to finish it all off, the ube flavor was strong and the bread pudding was warm and hearty read more

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I've been here a few times but I booked a reservation for tonight because my family was visiting from out of town. Our service was great from start to finish - from everyone I spoke with on the phone, the host and our server. There was even a sign on the table welcoming my family to DC. Food was great as usual. Love love love you purple patch read more

Purple Patch - Table - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Purple Patch hosted a dinner for our remote team coming together for an in-person retreat. They exhibited tremendous care and attention. They recommended a menu based on dietary restrictions and preferences of individuals in the 16-person group (all delicious, by the way!). They even created a personalized list of signature cocktails tailored to our organization's work and values (see pic). On the day of the event, there was a threat of significant storms. We preferred to eat outdoors (first really warm day of the year) but the forecast was dicey all afternoon. They were kind enough to set up our outdoor patio space AND also held an inside room as a just-in-case backup. We were able to sit outside, even though it started raining towards the end, because their outdoor seating is well covered! We will definitely be back for team dinners in the future. read more

Purple Patch - Personalized signature cocktails - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This was my first time going to a Filipino restaurant and I was definitely not disappointed! I definitely recommend the lumpias, as they had a nice crunch and the flavors were rich. The ube flavoring of the desserts was light, but still delicious regardless. The garlic rice was also a nice addition to the meal. Portions were nice and staff were friendly. Interior was a cool unique artsy style! This is definitely a nice place to go with friends. read more

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I recently made it to this spot and it was off the chart. I was greeted with warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and seated quickly. My first time experiencing Filipino cuisine, and yes I will be eating it more often. The Purple Patch brought out a next level of authentic taste. The Lumpia (Filipino spring rolls) were crispy and flavorful, you will order another round (I did!). The grilled skewers, more please, was cooked to perfection along with the Kawali For mains, Shrimp Bihon- was delicious with every bite. It will not disappoint. Chicken Adobo -- tender, savory, and perfectly seasoned. The staff was both friendly and attentive. The portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable given the quality of the food. Overall, this spot was great if you're looking for some Filipino cuisine in the heart of DC. I'll definitely be returning to explore more Filipino flavors. read more

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This has to be one of my favorite restaurants in DC! Highly recommend the papaya salad, pancit canton, eggplant adobo, crispy eggplant, and the ube buns. The service was great and it's a great sit down restaurant to enjoy a night out. The ambiance of the place is great! read more

Purple Patch - Pancit Canton, Eggplant Adobo, Garlic Fried Rice gf vg v - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This was a great spot! The food was pretty good and I appreciated all of the GF options. The service was also very fast and I liked the space inside. Definitely would return! read more

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Delicious ! Vibes! Brought me back to flavors I hadn't known/remember of my childhood. Excited to go back and try more of their menu read more

Purple Patch - Grilled Pork Skewers Pancit Bihon - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I love purple patch. the service and food is always amazing. My favorite is the cocnut braised short rib adobo. read more

Purple Patch - Sizzling Sisig - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place has been on my list for awhile now. Really enjoyed the food and there variety of options. For drinks I got the ube hot cider which was very good. For appetizers my table got the lumpia, highly recommend, and the ube pandan buns. The buns were really tasty, I didn't know what to expect but liked them a lot. For entrees, I got the spicy adobo fried chicken. There wasn't much spice to it but I can handle a lot of spice. The chicken came with salad, rice and pickled veggies. The sides were great!!! I liked everything about the entree. For warning....some of the entrees are a bit on the saltier side. My friend got the noodles and they were a bit too salty. We couldn't even finish them and had to send it back. Just be mindful when ordering the noodles dishes. After looking at other reviews, the salt can be hit or miss. My other friends dish wasn't overly salty at all. read more

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I ordered the Tocilog and my friends and I shared the ube ensaymada. Everything was pretty tasty! The garlic rice was really flavorful and the tocino was good but some parts were fattier. They have a nice outdoor seating area with heat lamps as well! read more

Purple Patch - Ube Ensaymada - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Excellent restaurant with great food and service. We got the lumpia to start with and then we got the curry beef short rib with the ginger pork belly. The lumpia was nice and crispy with well seasoned inside. The short rib was very tender and tasty. The curry was perfectly paired with savory taste of rib. The ginger pork belly was tasty and crunchy. Is well balanced and perfectly paired with the fried noodles. For desert we got a ube bread pudding it was delicious sweet and savory tasting with ube ice cream Inside it's very casual feels like you are inside someone's home. The outdoor seating is great for a warm night read more

I chose Purple Patch for my birthday dinner, and it did not disappoint! I recommend making reservations in advance. The winter patio is on the street and the weather was somewhat chilly, so I'm glad we were able to get a table inside. The food was excellent. We started with with lumpia and lechon, which were so delicious. The lumpia was crispy and flavorful, though on the smaller side. The lechon was a good balance of fatty and lean meat. For the mains, we got the chicken adobo, tocino entree, and the sizzling sisig. These portions were definitely on the bigger side. My personal favorite was the tocino entree - the meat was so tender and slightly sweet. The sizzling sisig was definitely HOT on the cast iron pan, though it was slightly drier than I preferred. The jasmine rice is very notable for how fragrant and delicious it was! For dessert, we were about to get one dessert comped which was so thoughtful! We got the halo halo, which was absolutely delicious. Overall I had a great time and would definitely want to come back and try more of the menu! read more

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I made a reservation well in advance for Valentine's Day. There was no mention of a special menu. I arrived to see a pre fixe menu, $75/person for four courses. No one else was seated. I asked if that was the only menu available. The server said he "thought so". He did not confirm with anyone. We ordered from the pre fixe menu since that was the only option. Another couple is seated. They have the regular menu. Another couple is seated. They also have the regular menu. Our two courses have already arrived. We get another server and I state my disappointment that we asked about the regular menu, which everyone else got, and were told it wasn't an option. The server apologized and offered dessert. I said dessert was already included. A manager came over and said he'd give us a discount and said we could have extra dessert (not helpful. We already were having more food than the intended single entree.). He did give us a 30% discount, but it was insufficient. Purple Patch still turned a profit because we paid 132% more than what we would have paid just ordering one entree each from the regular menu. The food itself was nothing to write home about. I wanted Filipino food, not a flourless chocolate cake. Too bad I don't know how their regular menu is. read more

Went with a large group and was able to sit outside on a beautiful afternoon. The service was very fast for the amount of people that were at the restaurant. The food was good, however, I do think it was overpriced. The brunch bowl was $21 when adding the sausage, which I think is expensive even for the area. I did enjoy the papaya salad and pico de gallo veggies-- they added a refreshing and acidic element to the savory dish. The sausage was a little oily for me, as well. My friend got the waffle and chicken-- the ube flavor was veryyyyy subtle and the chicken was good, just a lot of breading. I will also add that the drinks were about $15 each and were in plastic cups with mostly ice, which were the most overpriced items we got. Not sure I would come back, but it is also hard to find good Filipino food in DC. read more

Purple Patch - Sinangag and Itlog with Longsilog - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Purple Patch in Mount Pleasant is a Filipino restaurant serving Filipino American fare that satisfies the palates of homesick pinoy and newcomers to Filipino cuisine. We came at brunch in search of their famous ube pancakes. We ordered the pancakes, lumpia, adobo brunch bowl, pork belly pancit, crab fat pancit and adobo fried chicken breakfast sandwich. The ube pancakes were literally insane and I refuse to eat another pancake again. The spicy adobo fried chicken breakfast sandwich was also perfection with the combination of soft pandesal roll, juicy vinegar-forward chicken, and tangy slaw. This is the best Filipino brunch we've ever had and frankly we're jealous we don't have an equivalent spot in NYC. But this is a spot this Filipina will recommend with her whole chest read more

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Everything a DC food scene should be is right here! Purple Patch was authentic, amazing, and so damn good! We came here as a group visiting DC and were able to get a reservation within an hour. Our server was absolutely amazing and so engaging. The drinks were good, the food was absolutely to die for, and I still have dreams about it! 10/10 worth the trip. read more

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Food was amazing here. Very fresh and unique. The spaghetti was one of our favorites, as were the ube pancakes. Both were on the sweet side. The menu itself is really big and can feel overwhelming, but the good thing is you'll likely find multiple things you'll want to try! read more

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It's really a shame that I live so close to Purple Patch and don't go visit more often because it's really that good!!! I came with some friends who were visiting from out of town and we were all super impressed. We started with Mama Alice's lumpia (of course) which is always a must. We also got some pulled short rib sliders which were absolutely delicious. For my main, I got the pork Laing which I absolutely loved. Definitely go and try everything! read more

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We went a day after restaurant week and they were still offering their restaurant week special. Our waiter was amazing and gave us great recommendations. The restaurant was small but nicely set up. Appetizers: our favorite was the crab confit. 10/10 would come back just for that. The skewers were okay and we weren't impressed by the sliders. They were just generally okay. Main: spicy adobo chicken - chicken was pretty good but we weren't a fan of the rice nor the salad. The chicken was fried to perfection Short ribs - pretty decent and fall off the bone. Wasn't a huge fan of the coconut milk base but also didn't hate it Dessert: Chocolate cake: my boyfriend loved it and said it was very rich and delicious Ube Bread Pudding: LOVED THIS! Honestly, this was the standout for me. Sweet but not too sweet. Just perfect. I will say that I'm interested in coming for their brunch because I've heard great things! read more

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I love my Filipino food and I'm so happy to have finally tried Purple Patch! It was tough to find physically (was secretly hoping for a purple building) but when we got inside I was warmly greeted by the friendly staff and a cozy venue - they even put up a little sign saying "celebrating friendship" because I had noted on my reservation that we're just reuniting with old friends . The food, of course, was AMAZING, especially the sizzling sisig (probably my favorite Filipino dish besides sinangag). They were sold out of a lot of their dessert but the brownie that our server recommended was divine!! My only complaint besides the limited dessert selection is my drink...I had an ube cocktail that didn't taste much like ube, and in fact didn't have much of a taste at all. It mostly tasted like a watered down citrusy concoction. Other than those two things, I would definitely recommend this place to people looking for quality Filipino food (with a twist) in the DC area! read more

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Food is delicious and you can really taste the spices very tasty. Folks are friendly

This place was SO good! We went for brunch and we were sat quickly. The service was efficient. The flavors were all well balanced and well done. I loved the garlic rice, fluffy and fragrant. It paired perfectly with the sizzling sisig! I loved my plate as well, the papaya salad was crunchy and helped cut the heaviness. The meat was well cooked and overall so tender. I would definitely come back if I'm in the area! Highly recommend the sizzling sisig! read more

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Coming in from out of town, we made a reservation for Tuesday night, and we were 30 min late due to traffic, but didn't seem that busy when we came to the point where I felt silly making a reservation. The space is small and cramped, lining a long hallway with little alcoves at the ends. Service was friendly and laid back. Food was pretty good. Imagination was great, execution was a little underwhelming. We got the kawali which came completely deep fried like a chicken nugget vs. one large piece fried and then cut giving you meat that has both fried and unfried portions. I also spicy adobo fried chicken sandwich which again, imaginative, but the execution could have been better as the sauce was a bit strong or bit too much for the sandwich. All in all, I like the creativity of the spot, will hopefully find a few options that live up to it's creativity. read more

Very yummy and cozy spot! My favorite entree is the sizzling sisig for sure. My friends have gotten the eggplant and the chicken adobo, which is alright. The eggplant was better. The ube waffle was very pretty but I'd rather have a different dessert next time. They also have delicious cocktails! I had a lychee martini that I really liked. read more

Great service, loved the ambiance for a Saturday brunch. I'd never had Ube and the food was phenomenal. Looking forward to my return. read more

Purple Patch - Ube Waffle & Filipino Fried Chicken with Ube Ice Cream - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My friend visting from Seattle loves Filipino buffets, but I wasn't about to drive to Maryland. So we walked to Purple Patch and built our own "buffet" one plate at a time with lumpia, sizzling sisig, grilled ribeye skewers, pancit bihon...the table was a party. And those ube pancakes? Fluffy, gorgeous, and so good I slowed down just to enjoy them. We left full, happy, and already plotting our next "walk-in buffet." read more

Purple Patch - We created our own buffet - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

5/5 stars! Everything from the food, the space, to the people - I give this place the best rating possible. We entered through the market/cafe upstairs and were greeted by the nicest staff. We were then brought downstairs to the restaurant. I recommend making a reservation ahead of time. We ordered the crispy eggplant, the Laing with pulled chicken adobo, and the fried red snapper. On the way out, we got a slice of the ube pie to go. I cannot wait to go back to Purple Patch! read more

Ube espresso martini was delicious and I have been craving Bicol express for years. Theirs does not disappoint! The portion sizes were very large so I had some leftovers to take home. It reheated well too! Desserts were also very delicious. read more

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This is where you take friends as an introduction to Filipino food. The presentation was nice and so was the dining area. However, the food was overpriced. For the price we paid, I expected a new take or elevation of Filipino food. Instead, I felt like we got somewhat authentic dishes on nice dinnerware. read more

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Everything is beyond incredible delicious awesome had the most tender pork I've ever had it melts in your mouth ‼ if you get the opportunity get a breakfast sandwich i had the best sandwich of all time and i wake up every morning dreaming about the day that i can eat it again. read more

Purple Patch - Sizzling Sisig, Pancit Bihon, mama Alice Bicol Express, Spicy Adobo Fried Chicken Sandwich, Garlic Fried Rice - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We ordered takeout at the restaurant around lunch time and it did take around 15 mins until it was ready. We got the ube cinnamon toast and the adobo fried chicken sandwich. The cinnamon toast was sweet and delicious! The fried chicken could've been crispier but it had good flavor. Lots of seating indoor and out read more

Purple Patch - Ube Cinnamon Toast vg and Spicy Adobo Fried Chicken - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Everything was so delicious! Lechon Kawali for appetizer seems like too heavy and the ube chai was lukewarm at best. But other than that, I love Purple Patch. Inventive spins on Filipino staples. Favorite of mine is the Pork Ribs Bicol Express and the Ube Bread Pudding. Nice decor, well lit, everything was clean, and servers were nice. Do wish they bussed more often/took plates away. But maybe thats because we were out there between 3-4. read more

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Came here for brunch and was not disappointed! You MUST get the Purple Pinya Toddy and at least one Ube item if not all ube items!!! The food and drinks are so good. The space is small so if you have a large party maybe call ahead to make sure they can accommodate you! Staff were very friendly and food service was fast! Will totally be back! read more

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The good: the sisig burrito, pork skewers, tocino, turon dessert, cute decor and vibe. The sisig burrito was probably the best thing we ordered and it was delicious. The turon was also very good! The bad: found a long hair in my Bicol express meal and bring charged $2 each for a side of banana ketchup and garlic aoli. While it was on the menu (sauce price), they should have confirmed with us that there is a charge. read more

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If I could rate this restaurant higher than this app allows me to, I would. There were clear signs directing you where to go due to the location itself being a bit confusing if you didn't know your way around. Three of us were seated immediately on the patio and greeted by our server just as quickly. We arrived at 2:30pm and it was communicated to us that the kitchen would be closed at 3pm but we still had time to put our orders in. Food was served within ten minutes and it was plated so beautifully!! Our server recommended the pork skewers, short rib sliders, and ube pancakes. We ordered the chicken adobo bowl as well. Every single dish was so tasty. The skewers were coated with an awesome sticky sweet sauce, the sliders had a perfect amount of meat in them, the ube pancakes tasted just sweet enough that it wasn't tooth rotting but still enjoyable and those came with the juiciest pork belly bites. The adobo bowl itself was amazing as well with a fried egg on top that we mixed the yolk into for an elevated taste. Our server came back before 3pm to check if there were any last minute orders we wanted to put in while we still had the time. It was very much appreciated. Our check was also brought to us in a timely manner using a POS device. Overall, I would 100% come here again and enjoyed every single bite. Well done! read more

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Making my trip of exploring Filipino restaurants from different regions and I'm glad to have stumbled across this spot. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking, it can get pretty competitive, best to ride share or carpool. Seating: Spacious! They have patio seating, intimate dine-in, bar, and a room for privates! Plenty of seating but this place could get packed, especially in the evening and weekends so be sure to RSVP. Feels: You're in the outter ends of DC but still in the DC area so you do get elements of the local neighborhood and small business restaurants. The place itself is pretty eclectic. Relatively clean with simple nods to Filipino culture such as its decor or the goods they sell at their sari sari setup. The pop music in the background made it feel welcoming. They have a bar area if you want to watch sports or other shows. Great place overall - whether it may be a food adventure, family gathering, or date night. FOOD: Hot Calamansi Honey Tea (Recommend) A good warm starter. Calamansi is basically like a lemon so it felt welcoming with some hot familiar flavors, topped with some honey. Pandesal: Pandan Honey Butter w/ Cheese (Recommend) A bang for your buck. I'm not used to pandesals made like this but I'm glad I am now. I appreciated the wealthy size and the portions (they gave two!) enjoy the caramemlize toast to it, the warm melted cheese and sweet butter. Crab Fat Pancit Canton (Recommend) I love dishes that stick to their roots but also incorporate local themes and flavors. The DMV is known for their seafood, so for them to incorporate crab to you usual Filipino pancit was a treat! I loved the lechon, the spice, creaminess to the coconut. It reminded me of a carbonara/alfredo experience. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Jay was great! Personable, professional, and knowledgable. TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. Lovely! Great food, reasonable prices, and a pleasant experience. I know Filipino food is becoming more common but this is one of a kind from their traditional dishes to the creative ones. I wish Chef/Sergeant Patrice and her team all the best! #FilipinoFoodMovement TIPS: *Follow them on social media to be up to date with their menus read more

Purple Patch - Crab Fat Pancit Canton, Pandesal - Pandan Honey Butter and Cheese, Hot Calamansi and Honey tea - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I attended a dinner here, closing out a week of celebrations for my friends' lovely mother. We had a semi-private dining room upstairs. It was very cute. Our set menu included a LOT. I loved the lumpia and the singkamas salad! The red snapper relleno was a showstopper! For real! The server did a great job keeping up with my cocktail orders (some kind of sour with froth on top). read more

Purple Patch - Outside decor - Filipino Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia