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I've been here several times and so far it hasn't disappointed me yet! This business is located inside of a gas station, so it might be a little difficult for some people to visit, but they do have a small parking lot and there's also tables to sit at outside of the gas station too. I always get their ilocos empanadas whenever I go here. I love how crunchy their empanadas and it's filled with a bunch of meat, an egg, and other items too. The staff also lets you fill up as many vinegar sauce cups as you want for your food, so I thought that was nice of them. I'd recommend this place! I keep finding myself going back for more empanadas, but they serve other items too so I might try their other menu items next time.
Good little hole in the wall Filipino comfort food in the gas station. Only thing is parking is hard, no parking inside the gas station and NO parking at the pumps. Need to park on the street, down the road by the cemetery has lots of street parking if needed. Might take a little bit after ordering but moves pretty well. So know ahead the possible wait if coming. Empanadas and lumpia were good must pour or drink the vinegar like me lol. "ice scramble" one was good and refreshing
3 1/2 stars! I'm Ilocano. I'm from the region where this food originated from. I grew up eating this street food. In fact, it was the last food I ate before boarding that bus to Manila and eventually migrating e ore. I've been craving this food since, and I actually predicted that this street food would become viral/popular more than ten years ago. I knew people would like the crunch of the shell; the mixture of Vigan Longanisa, grated papaya and egg to bring it all together. BTW, Vigan is a region in the Philippines. Not to confuse with Vegan....they are not the same for all the vegetarians out there. The orange color of the shell comes from powdered Anato Seeds. Legit ones are made from Anato powder, not food coloring. I've had different variations of Ilocos Empanada since, and one actually came from the Philippines. But it's not that same eating it freshly made as opposed to having it delivered 7,200 miles from the islands. It's just not the same. I'm still looking for that same exact bite and flavor. So when I found out this place inside a gas station was selling them, I had to check it for myself. I remember this used to be a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern place as it's pretty much the same layout. They offer other dishes such as Birrias, Lumpias, Lechon Kawalis, Sushi, Musubis, Dinakdakan (another Ilocano dish) and all are pretty much fusion. But I came here for the Empanada. When I found out they weren't freshly made and were premade, It kinda dampened my spirit a little bit. However, that wasn't gonna stop me since I've been craving them for who knows how long. Besides, the gentleman working the cash register was working his magic and he was very energetic, highly enthusiastic and very much engaged with each customer. I didn't get his name, but he was an African American gentleman, and he should get a raise. I ordered two; one to take home wifey and one to devour right away. Oh, and make sure to grab some vinegar as it just adds another notch to the flavor profile of the Empanada. After receiving my order, I proceeded outside and couldn't wait to bite into it. It definitely had the crunch, and it was piping hot. Now it was good, but it was different. Just as I thought, it's just not the same having it freshly made rather than having to heat it again as it just changes the texture and quality of the Empanada. In my humble opinion, it would be better to serve these like they do in Ilocos as you can watch them make everything from scratch then dropping them in hot oil to fry them until done. I wouldn't mind the extra wait if they served them this way. But I understand it for the efficiency and expedited service. This would be my only advice for them for the Ilocos Empanadas. But I'll definitely come here again and try their other dishes on the menu next time around. Besides, customer service is top notch like you're one of the Fam.
Overhyped, lack of direction, poor customer service communication. A simple hey the line starts outside the door when you're not open yet would make your customer happy while we already waited inside and was told to move outside ended up at the back of the line while we were one of the first customers there would be nice. We totally get that you're famous and we want to try the empanadas and this is like third attempt to get it. I hope it is as good as what people described it. We'll see, we're at the back of the line. So an update, Cheezy Birria was delicious, Sushi bake was good too, Empanadas was ok. We ordered the Ube Iskrambol and was in disbelief that it was frozen, I think I saw the sign that everything is freshly made maybe but the drinks. Luckily, the guy swapped it with the Classic when we ask why is it frozen, he said they're out of ube.
Russ Fam Kitchen in Daly City really brought the Filipino street food vibes. We got Kwek Kwek, Ilocos empanada, chicken isaw, siomai, and sago't gulaman! it felt like I was back at a night market. The kwek kwek were crispy, the Ilocos empanada was fresh and flavorful, and the chicken isaw had that smoky, savory char. Siomai hit the spot, and the sago't gulaman was the perfect sweet refresher to wash it all down. If you're craving legit Filipino street food, this is the spot.
Came here on a friend's recommendation, and wow--what a treat! This is a family-owned spot, and as a cool bonus, the friend who brought me actually knew the owner. Even though I'm not originally from the area, seeing that kind of local community support is really awesome to see. The setup is tucked inside a small mart at a gas station. There isn't really anywhere to sit, but you're here for the food, not the furniture! Grab it to go or eat it standing up--it's worth it either way. The food is absolutely amazing. We started with the kwek-kwek to make sure we were satisfied before diving into the rest, but once we started on the musubi and lechon, we couldn't help ourselves. We ended up gorging on everything just because it was so delicious. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. We are definitely coming back soon to try the empanadas. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality comfort food, don't let the location fool you--this place is the real deal!
Not too long ago, AZN kids were teased for their "weird" looking lunch that "smelled" like hello kitty. But, now so many people want a taste of that funk! I'm so happy to see AZN food trending because of socials with some items going viral for their visual appeal (vibrant color) and satisfying textures (asmr crunch, stretchy pulls, etc). Most importantly, it brings business to AZN mom and pop shops. Ilocos Empanadas went viral last fall and Russ Fam is one of two brick and mortars in the entire bay that sells them (it's also sold at Aborn Market in San Jo on Saturdays). NOTE: Russ Fam is located at Exxon (took over Inshallah Mediterranean). Takeout only with several tables outside. Parking IS rough. A remix of Spanish empanadas, Illocos Empanadas are fried, using rice flour (instead of wheat) and annatto for that distinctive orange hue. It's filled with green papaya, llocos longganisa (sausage), egg, and mung beans. NOTE: Russ Fam only sells Ilocos Empanadas on certain days, announced ahead of time on their IG stories. Currently, $9 each and a max of 2 per person. Make sure you grab suka (vinegar) BEFORE leaving! * Ilocos Empanada ($9): https://tinyurl.com/y29484uu I'm in the minority and found it underwhelming. While it was generously filled with meat (they use ground beef instead of longganisa), the filling was bland and the wrapper was very greasy. ASMR crunchy edges but I had to air fry it to improve the texture of the main surface area. The spiced vinegar did the heavy lifting, adding a spicy punch and cutting through the oiliness. Before Russ Fam went viral, I bookmarked them for their Crispy Dinakdakan and IMO, this IS the thing to get! * Crispy Dinakdakan Rice Plate: Crispy Pork w/ house creamy sauce, ginger, onions, fresh thai chili & jalapeños ($18): https://tinyurl.com/2j8hnj98 A twist on a classic Ilocano dish, the pork is deep fried (instead of grilled or boiled), it's then mixed with mayo, onions, and chili (not sure if they use pig brain). Great savory flavor with a tangy spiciness and satisfying crunchy-creamy texture. The accompanying cucumber and tomato provided freshness but the rice was dry. We didn't order it but you can end on a sweet note with their Iskrambol, a nostalgic Filipino shaved iced dessert that's incredibly hard to find in the bay!
Been craving these since seeing them all over IG, so had to go! I followed them on IG to find out when they'd have the empanadas - I went at 2pm on a Friday (they were open from 2-4 on this specific day). There was already a line outside the door, and people were waiting since 1:30pm. I recommend getting there early since parking is limited. Defs a hole in the wall! I waited 30min total and the workers are very efficient. The empanadas were nice and crispy, and delicious with the vinegar! Limit is 3 per person for $8 each. The Cheesy Birria Tacos weren't too bad! I prefer the empanadas, but it was a good try. It was packed with meat and enough for 2 people. I'd come back!
Delicious Filipino food! I specifically came here to try their Ilocos Empanadas and it did not disappoint. The empanada is pretty big and crispy, it pairs well with their vinegar! I also tried their lechon kawali plate, and their rice was cooked to perfection. Their sago gulaman drink is very refreshing, but I wish there was more sago in it. Parking was not difficult at all when I went. The wait time to order and receive your order is quite long. I was there for an 1 hour, since these empanadas are so viral right now.
I kept hearing about Russ Fam Kitchen and wanted to taste what the hype is all about. At first a small food business in a gas station might sound weird, but considering other food spots in gas stations nearby (like Pit Stop Boba Shop and Krispy Krunchy Chicken), Russ Fam could thrive in this type of setting. Parking can be hit or miss in the area, but on my last drive past the establishment there was a convenient parking spot right in front so I decided to finally give it a try with intent to try the viral Ilocos empanadas all over social media. I am aware that these things sell out and are not always available, especially since they are supposedly more labor intensive to make. Surprisingly, they had some available and already made! I thought these were made to order but decided to get these readily prepared ones anyway. There were two self-serve sauces/condiments available but I opted out of getting them since the containers had no lids and I was concerned with contamination from whatever is flying around in the air, especially since this is in a gas station. I purchased two empanadas to go and they were placed in a paper foil bag inside a plastic bag. I decided to consume these comfortably at my destination a few minutes away. The paper bag was a little greasy as expected but nothing too major. At first glance, the two Ilocos empanadas were pretty massive relative to the plate they were placed on and I was very excited to finally try them. However, upon first bite I didn't quite get the crunch I was expecting; my first bite had more of a wrapper pull since the outer wrapper was so soggy. Of note, the bag was not closed and left to be aired out during transport so the sogginess could be minimized. I think the empanadas were soggy simply because they were already sitting out and were not made to order. Aside from the texture of the shell, the taste of the filling tasted a bit off. I didn't get much meat filling and there seemed to be an overwhelming portion of papaya inside. I did end up trying it with vinegar available at my destination (since I didn't get any from Russ Fam since it was all out in the open for everyone to touch and breathe on) and it still didn't enhance the flavor of the empanadas for me. Others with me tried the empanadas and said the same thing. I even tried putting one in the air fryer; this made it more crunchy but unfortunately didn't enhance the overall taste. Also, I suspect MSG is added as an ingredient or one of the ingredients used contains MSG because someone who tried the empanada started experiencing symptoms she usually gets after eating MSG-containing food. I will say, the portion size of one Ilocos empanada is big enough to be a meal on its own. Unfortunately, the hype around the ones sold at Russ Fam are simply that: hype. Perhaps if my food was made fresh to order and if the condiments were prepackaged in the little plastic containers, I would've been more inclined to have a better experience with the food quality from Russ Fam Kitchen. In other words, the Ilocos empanadas from Russ Fam Kitchen are nothing special.
2 months ago
1 month ago
love this place, reminds me of home !! love the ice scramble and their foods are always yummy read more
1 month ago
I've been here several times and so far it hasn't disappointed me yet! This business is located inside of a gas station, so it might be a little difficult for some people to visit, but they do have a small parking lot and there's also tables to sit at outside of the gas station too. I always get their ilocos empanadas whenever I go here. I love how crunchy their empanadas and it's filled with a bunch of meat, an egg, and other items too. The staff also lets you fill up as many vinegar sauce cups as you want for your food, so I thought that was nice of them. I'd recommend this place! I keep finding myself going back for more empanadas, but they serve other items too so I might try their other menu items next time. read more
Good little hole in the wall Filipino comfort food in the gas station. Only thing is parking is hard, no parking inside the gas station and NO parking at the pumps. Need to park on the street, down the road by the cemetery has lots of street parking if needed. Might take a little bit after ordering but moves pretty well. So know ahead the possible wait if coming. Empanadas and lumpia were good must pour or drink the vinegar like me lol. "ice scramble" one was good and refreshing read more
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17 days ago
Thank you Fiona and your family crew making my first time visit a awesome experience! Great service and delicious food. Definitely I'll be back. read more
3 1/2 stars! I'm Ilocano. I'm from the region where this food originated from. I grew up eating this street food. In fact, it was the last food I ate before boarding that bus to Manila and eventually migrating e ore. I've been craving this food since, and I actually predicted that this street food would become viral/popular more than ten years ago. I knew people would like the crunch of the shell; the mixture of Vigan Longanisa, grated papaya and egg to bring it all together. BTW, Vigan is a region in the Philippines. Not to confuse with Vegan....they are not the same for all the vegetarians out there. The orange color of the shell comes from powdered Anato Seeds. Legit ones are made from Anato powder, not food coloring. I've had different variations of Ilocos Empanada since, and one actually came from the Philippines. But it's not that same eating it freshly made as opposed to having it delivered 7,200 miles from the islands. It's just not the same. I'm still looking for that same exact bite and flavor. So when I found out this place inside a gas station was selling them, I had to check it for myself. I remember this used to be a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern place as it's pretty much the same layout. They offer other dishes such as Birrias, Lumpias, Lechon Kawalis, Sushi, Musubis, Dinakdakan (another Ilocano dish) and all are pretty much fusion. But I came here for the Empanada. When I found out they weren't freshly made and were premade, It kinda dampened my spirit a little bit. However, that wasn't gonna stop me since I've been craving them for who knows how long. Besides, the gentleman working the cash register was working his magic and he was very energetic, highly enthusiastic and very much engaged with each customer. I didn't get his name, but he was an African American gentleman, and he should get a raise. I ordered two; one to take home wifey and one to devour right away. Oh, and make sure to grab some vinegar as it just adds another notch to the flavor profile of the Empanada. After receiving my order, I proceeded outside and couldn't wait to bite into it. It definitely had the crunch, and it was piping hot. Now it was good, but it was different. Just as I thought, it's just not the same having it freshly made rather than having to heat it again as it just changes the texture and quality of the Empanada. In my humble opinion, it would be better to serve these like they do in Ilocos as you can watch them make everything from scratch then dropping them in hot oil to fry them until done. I wouldn't mind the extra wait if they served them this way. But I understand it for the efficiency and expedited service. This would be my only advice for them for the Ilocos Empanadas. But I'll definitely come here again and try their other dishes on the menu next time around. Besides, customer service is top notch like you're one of the Fam. read more
20 days ago
A special place for all time meal that filled you up. Americanized the traditional authentic Filipino cuisine . Nice and pleasant service. Worth to wait . Feel like "hommee " read more
Overhyped, lack of direction, poor customer service communication. A simple hey the line starts outside the door when you're not open yet would make your customer happy while we already waited inside and was told to move outside ended up at the back of the line while we were one of the first customers there would be nice. We totally get that you're famous and we want to try the empanadas and this is like third attempt to get it. I hope it is as good as what people described it. We'll see, we're at the back of the line. So an update, Cheezy Birria was delicious, Sushi bake was good too, Empanadas was ok. We ordered the Ube Iskrambol and was in disbelief that it was frozen, I think I saw the sign that everything is freshly made maybe but the drinks. Luckily, the guy swapped it with the Classic when we ask why is it frozen, he said they're out of ube. read more
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Russ Fam Kitchen in Daly City really brought the Filipino street food vibes. We got Kwek Kwek, Ilocos empanada, chicken isaw, siomai, and sago't gulaman! it felt like I was back at a night market. The kwek kwek were crispy, the Ilocos empanada was fresh and flavorful, and the chicken isaw had that smoky, savory char. Siomai hit the spot, and the sago't gulaman was the perfect sweet refresher to wash it all down. If you're craving legit Filipino street food, this is the spot. read more
Came here on a friend's recommendation, and wow--what a treat! This is a family-owned spot, and as a cool bonus, the friend who brought me actually knew the owner. Even though I'm not originally from the area, seeing that kind of local community support is really awesome to see. The setup is tucked inside a small mart at a gas station. There isn't really anywhere to sit, but you're here for the food, not the furniture! Grab it to go or eat it standing up--it's worth it either way. The food is absolutely amazing. We started with the kwek-kwek to make sure we were satisfied before diving into the rest, but once we started on the musubi and lechon, we couldn't help ourselves. We ended up gorging on everything just because it was so delicious. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. We are definitely coming back soon to try the empanadas. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality comfort food, don't let the location fool you--this place is the real deal! read more
5 months ago
Not too long ago, AZN kids were teased for their "weird" looking lunch that "smelled" like hello kitty. But, now so many people want a taste of that funk! I'm so happy to see AZN food trending because of socials with some items going viral for their visual appeal (vibrant color) and satisfying textures (asmr crunch, stretchy pulls, etc). Most importantly, it brings business to AZN mom and pop shops. Ilocos Empanadas went viral last fall and Russ Fam is one of two brick and mortars in the entire bay that sells them (it's also sold at Aborn Market in San Jo on Saturdays). NOTE: Russ Fam is located at Exxon (took over Inshallah Mediterranean). Takeout only with several tables outside. Parking IS rough. A remix of Spanish empanadas, Illocos Empanadas are fried, using rice flour (instead of wheat) and annatto for that distinctive orange hue. It's filled with green papaya, llocos longganisa (sausage), egg, and mung beans. NOTE: Russ Fam only sells Ilocos Empanadas on certain days, announced ahead of time on their IG stories. Currently, $9 each and a max of 2 per person. Make sure you grab suka (vinegar) BEFORE leaving! * Ilocos Empanada ($9): https://tinyurl.com/y29484uu I'm in the minority and found it underwhelming. While it was generously filled with meat (they use ground beef instead of longganisa), the filling was bland and the wrapper was very greasy. ASMR crunchy edges but I had to air fry it to improve the texture of the main surface area. The spiced vinegar did the heavy lifting, adding a spicy punch and cutting through the oiliness. Before Russ Fam went viral, I bookmarked them for their Crispy Dinakdakan and IMO, this IS the thing to get! * Crispy Dinakdakan Rice Plate: Crispy Pork w/ house creamy sauce, ginger, onions, fresh thai chili & jalapeños ($18): https://tinyurl.com/2j8hnj98 A twist on a classic Ilocano dish, the pork is deep fried (instead of grilled or boiled), it's then mixed with mayo, onions, and chili (not sure if they use pig brain). Great savory flavor with a tangy spiciness and satisfying crunchy-creamy texture. The accompanying cucumber and tomato provided freshness but the rice was dry. We didn't order it but you can end on a sweet note with their Iskrambol, a nostalgic Filipino shaved iced dessert that's incredibly hard to find in the bay! read more
5 months ago
Been craving these since seeing them all over IG, so had to go! I followed them on IG to find out when they'd have the empanadas - I went at 2pm on a Friday (they were open from 2-4 on this specific day). There was already a line outside the door, and people were waiting since 1:30pm. I recommend getting there early since parking is limited. Defs a hole in the wall! I waited 30min total and the workers are very efficient. The empanadas were nice and crispy, and delicious with the vinegar! Limit is 3 per person for $8 each. The Cheesy Birria Tacos weren't too bad! I prefer the empanadas, but it was a good try. It was packed with meat and enough for 2 people. I'd come back! read more
5 months ago
Delicious Filipino food! I specifically came here to try their Ilocos Empanadas and it did not disappoint. The empanada is pretty big and crispy, it pairs well with their vinegar! I also tried their lechon kawali plate, and their rice was cooked to perfection. Their sago gulaman drink is very refreshing, but I wish there was more sago in it. Parking was not difficult at all when I went. The wait time to order and receive your order is quite long. I was there for an 1 hour, since these empanadas are so viral right now. read more
17 days ago
OMG! Such a good spot. Great customer service with very friendly staff. Super fresh ng food. Fishball Kwekkwek Kikiam Fried Chicken Scramble - just like home . Will definitely come back to try other items on their menu. read more
3 months ago
I kept hearing about Russ Fam Kitchen and wanted to taste what the hype is all about. At first a small food business in a gas station might sound weird, but considering other food spots in gas stations nearby (like Pit Stop Boba Shop and Krispy Krunchy Chicken), Russ Fam could thrive in this type of setting. Parking can be hit or miss in the area, but on my last drive past the establishment there was a convenient parking spot right in front so I decided to finally give it a try with intent to try the viral Ilocos empanadas all over social media. I am aware that these things sell out and are not always available, especially since they are supposedly more labor intensive to make. Surprisingly, they had some available and already made! I thought these were made to order but decided to get these readily prepared ones anyway. There were two self-serve sauces/condiments available but I opted out of getting them since the containers had no lids and I was concerned with contamination from whatever is flying around in the air, especially since this is in a gas station. I purchased two empanadas to go and they were placed in a paper foil bag inside a plastic bag. I decided to consume these comfortably at my destination a few minutes away. The paper bag was a little greasy as expected but nothing too major. At first glance, the two Ilocos empanadas were pretty massive relative to the plate they were placed on and I was very excited to finally try them. However, upon first bite I didn't quite get the crunch I was expecting; my first bite had more of a wrapper pull since the outer wrapper was so soggy. Of note, the bag was not closed and left to be aired out during transport so the sogginess could be minimized. I think the empanadas were soggy simply because they were already sitting out and were not made to order. Aside from the texture of the shell, the taste of the filling tasted a bit off. I didn't get much meat filling and there seemed to be an overwhelming portion of papaya inside. I did end up trying it with vinegar available at my destination (since I didn't get any from Russ Fam since it was all out in the open for everyone to touch and breathe on) and it still didn't enhance the flavor of the empanadas for me. Others with me tried the empanadas and said the same thing. I even tried putting one in the air fryer; this made it more crunchy but unfortunately didn't enhance the overall taste. Also, I suspect MSG is added as an ingredient or one of the ingredients used contains MSG because someone who tried the empanada started experiencing symptoms she usually gets after eating MSG-containing food. I will say, the portion size of one Ilocos empanada is big enough to be a meal on its own. Unfortunately, the hype around the ones sold at Russ Fam are simply that: hype. Perhaps if my food was made fresh to order and if the condiments were prepackaged in the little plastic containers, I would've been more inclined to have a better experience with the food quality from Russ Fam Kitchen. In other words, the Ilocos empanadas from Russ Fam Kitchen are nothing special. read more
3 months ago
Phenomenal delicious Filipino food! We arrived at the perfect time. Just as they were preparing to open. We received service pretty much immediately. Not much to say about the ambiance. It's pretty much what you see is what you get. An eatery inside an Exxon gas station. The menu is super simple, but sometime that is exactly what you need. If hangery and need a quick fix that is delicious and packed with flavors! A simple menu is all that is needed to satisfy that craving. read more
I founf Russ Fam Kitchen on TikTok because of all the hype around their Ilocos empanadas. It immediately caught my attention since it's the only place I've seen that offers Ilocos empanadas at an actual storefront and not just through home-based orders. We tried going on the first day of our SF visit, only to find out they only make the empanadas on Tuesdays and Thursdays--and of course, we went on a Monday . I called the next day and was told they still had some available, but it was also the last day they'd be making them until further notice , so we quickly stopped by. We grabbed two empanadas at $8 each. At first, we were confused because our GPS took us to a gas station, and that's when we realized the kitchen is located inside the gas station market--definitely unexpected but kind of cool. The Ilocos empanadas were delicious. Adding vinegar really brought out even more of the flavors. My husband even had some leftovers the next morning and said they were still really good, which says a lot. Overall, if you're craving Ilocos empanadas or have been curious to try them, this spot is worth checking out--just make sure to plan your visit and call Them first! Hopefully they bring it back soon read more
3 months ago
Food: Was soooo good! My two besties and I all got Kwek-Kwek (10 for $10), and it was the perfect ratio of batter to quail egg. They also have two options for sauces: a sweet, Maggi sauce one and a sawsawang suka (vinegar with red onions) and both were sooo bomb! I got the small sushi bake for $17 and it was so. Filling. The three of us + one of my friend's boyfriend couldn't even finish it LOL. One friend got the chicken isaw and Cali spam musubi and she said both of were soo good. The other one (thanks to me) got the dinakdakan (which I honestly always prefer over sisig LOL). They use a creamy mayo sauce for the dinakdakan instead of the usual innards (laman-loob), which was still yummy! Service: the service was a 10/10! The auntie who was taking our orders and kuya Don (?) specifically were super welcoming and so fun! I just got back from a Philippines trip and it was so nice to speak to them and talk about home! Ambiance: overall cutesy... it's at a gas station which is kinda quirky and fun haha. I had fun looking through chips flavors while waiting for my food. Overall: yummy food, awesome service... come here! read more
Came here with a friend to order street food but never tried anything else so i also ordered lion king sushi baked. Everything i ate was really good , price is reasonable and service was friendly. The lady up front was very hospitable. They also have cali spam musubi, birria, wings, lumpia, and lechon kawali which will be ordered next time. The location is inside a gas station, but when i went yesterday, no line and got our food within 15 minutes. Closed on Mondays, the rest will be open 2p-7p read more
I went in a Friday afternoon shortly after they opened at 2 pm. It is inside the gas station store. I ordered Ilocos Empanadas and Lechon Kawali. The empanada was nice and you need the vinegar. I brought it home and it lost of its crunchiness. Service was slow since there was a line when I got there and I waited about 35-45 minutes. I didn't see any table and you likely need to park in the street. read more
Everyone raves about the Ilocos empanada here and for good reason. It's packed with protein, perfectly crispy on the outside, and the vinegar on the side takes it to another level, so don't skip it! If you're planning to try it, come early because they tend to sell out fast. And heads up, it's a bit greasy, so have some napkins ready. What people should be talking about, though, is my favorite dish: the Crispy Dinakdakan Rice Plate. If you're into pork sisig, you'll love this. Both are made from grilled and chopped pork parts like ears, face, and liver. The difference is that Dinakdakan is creamier and has a chunkier texture, which I personally prefer. It's got a serious kick, so if you're not into spicy food, this might not be for you but if you are, it's amazing. Parking is basically street-only and can be tough, but honestly, it's worth it. If you're craving flavorful Filipino fusion food, this spot delivers every time! read more
9 months ago
This review is solely based on the ilocos empanadas, which they offered for their first time in the menu this past Wednesday. I've been dying to try the ilocos empanadas, as I'm always seeing it all over TikTok. When I arrived, I ordered 6 which were $8 each plus some tax. I waited about 10-15 minutes, which was not too bad for me considering they were a bit busy. The vinegar sauce was self-serve so I packed some up as I waited. Once I got my hands on the empanadas, we rushed home and boy did it not disappointment. I have nothing to compare it to but I really enjoyed it --is all I can say. The shredded papaya and ilocano longanisa with the egg in the middle as the filling was just so yummy! I couldn't forget to pour the vinegar with every bite. I'm so used to eating very meaty empanadas so this was a nice change from what I'm used to. It was so good, I made a preorder for 5 more. Not sure if this will become a regular thing on their menu or if they'll continue to offer it a couple times throughout the month. I hope they do! I have yet to try anything else here but the next time I come buy, I'll give other things a try. read more
9 months ago
We finally got to try ilocos empanadas in the Bay Area! They posted on their Instagram what day they'd be taking preorders through Venmo so pickup was easy. It came to be around $17.58 for 2 pieces. The party ahead of us was unable to place an order since they prioritized preorders. The first ilocos empanadas I've tried were from Hawaii for $5 each (Nora's and Alicia's Empanadas) so I did find these to be similar in terms of the filling. The ones from Hawaii were my favorite as far as I can remember. It's nice to know they sell this on their menu since it's been a while that I've had ilocos empanadas. I'm not sure if any other restaurant in Daly City is selling empanadas like these so if you want your cravings satisfied I'd try out Russ Fam Kitchen! Place your preorders if you can! read more
Filipino food located within a gas station at the in Daly City. They have a wide variety of items and especially the popular ilocos empanadas that are pretty hard to find nowadays. Ilocos empanadas are like a deep fried Filipino taco filled with sausage/longanisa, hard boiled egg, cabbage and other things and you pour or dip your empanada with vinegar. Best eaten fresh while it's nice and crispy and deep fried. They're about $7 a piece and they close at 7pm. I'd like to try more on their menu in the future. read more
3 months ago
Very very welcoming and nice people. Location very low key & quiet, outdoor seating is available on site. Food was excellent 10 outta 10, most definitely will return !!! read more
All the food I tried here was executed extremely well, and everything was incredibly fresh. They specialize in grab & go Filipino cuisine (drawing from Daly City's deep cultural heritage!), but there is a mix of other fried & freshly prepared items as well. The kitchen & order counter is literally inside the gas station convenience store...a hole in the wall in the purest sense! (keep this in mind if you plan to eat on site--parking is extremely limited and they have a single table outside, nearby fumes of gasoline...) The sleeper hit for me were their Birria tacos, perhaps the best I've tried in the Bay (stiff competition!). They advertise these as a pack of 4 for $20. I didn't want 4 tacos for just me, so I asked if they could do 2, which they did for $12! Given the quality, fresh tortillas, well-seasoned consomé (not overly salty), and ample meat, I felt this was a good value. I also tried their Dinakdakan, which is essentially fried pork belly, served with a creamy white sauce, chopped jalapeños, and a side of rice for $16. This is a unique Filipino dish and the portion was huge. Great value. I was least impressed by their chicken wings, not because they weren't fresh (they were fried well, not overly greasy and the meat was tender). I felt the seasoning to be too one-note, and it didn't really "pop" like I wanted it to. I also felt the price ($16) was a touch too steep for the 8 wings provided (on the smaller side). Wouldn't go out of my way to get those again. I wanted to try their Dubai strawberries, but those weren't available the day I visited, so I opted for the Iskrambol (classic) instead. It's essentially a slushie with shaved ice and various candy accoutrements (marshmallows, etc). I felt the sweetness was just right, and the shaved ice wasn't too watery. It cost $9, however, which I felt was reasonable, but this is another one I wouldn't go out of my way to get again. They add a credit card fee of 3% to all orders. They also have weird hours (2p-7p most days), so keep that in mind if you are coming for lunch. All in all, I was impressed by the high quality coming out of a literal gas station, and you can tell this family-operated business is run with love. I will definitely return to try some of their other specialties like the lumpia and sushi bake. read more
This is located inside the gas station convenience store and is very casual. The $20 cheezy birria taco. It comes with 4 tacos. I shared this and was pretty full after 2 tacos. It was savory and delicious. I'd pass on the $15 pork siomai . The lion king sushi bake and cali spam musubi look really good. I'll have to try those next time. Other patrons said the skewers were really good. read more
3 months ago
Great food and amazing people! I tired ilotos empanadas $8 is amazing price! Get it get it read more
2 months ago
Food was super delicious! Empanadas were hot and ready and the lumpia's were crispy just the way I like them. The services was great, they were super friendly, and even though there was a long line they gave us our food very quickly. Definitely will be returning! read more
27 days ago
Love this food. People are so nice even with the long lines. Parking is tough so hopefully you have parking karma when coming here. read more
A definitely worth the pit stop! Skrambol and kwekkwek were pretty good and for sure hit home! Food is good, excited to try their ilocos empanadas. Service was kind. Place is small with limited seating but worth the try. read more
2 months ago
First time trying this place out. I always see it on my patrol and wanted to give it a shot. I got the lechon and it was delicious! The staff were very friendly, and the food came out in a timely manner. I will definitely be adding this to my lunch rotation and recommend you to check it out! read more
5 months ago
I ordered a small sushi bake and lumpias. The Sushi bake was burnt and I mean hella burnt. I noticed when they took it out of the oven they said "oop left it in too long" and still decided to serve it. They basked the hell out of it with sauce to try to make it look good but it wasn't as you can tell from the photo. Top layer of the rice was hard and edges were hella burnt. The side of seaweed couldn't help to save it. Lumpia's had a good taste but pretty salty. The empanadas were also good but super oily. Can't complain about the empanadas tho, they gave it to me for free since they were taking hella long on my order. 3 people who ordered after me got their orders before me. I recommend not going within an hour of closing. I want to give this place another try but man that was a bad experience. I'll probably come back to try their drinks. Can't say much about the ambiance, it's a gas station. Still pretty cool though. read more
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3 months ago
Illocos empanadas in the bay? Hecka chill and comforting environment. And super welcoming service. read more
This place is a hidden gem! Passing by you wouldn't know that they are even there. Located right inside a gas station. The reason I knew of this place was from social media and through word of mouth from my husband's co-worker. Food was super fresh and reasonably priced. Service was fast, the staff was super friendly and hospitable. The husband and wife duo is super nice and it shows they care about their business and what they sell. Their little business is well kept and clean. Please come and give this place a try, you'd be missing out if you don't. Will 10/10 definitely come by again. read more
3 months ago
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