Filipino food seems to be finally having its moment, after chef Lord Maynard of restaurant Kuya Lord nabbed a Best Chef in California James Beard award in June. It's a cuisine that's somehow stayed out of the culinary spotlight, despite its bold flavors and mash-up of Indigenous, Chinese, Spanish and American colonial influences. Since the award, Kuya Lord is now solidly in the public consciousness, judging from the long lines we've seen on social media, but there are other excellent spots to try as well.
Here's a list of places where you can experience the heart and soul of the Philippines, right here in the heart of L.A. Dollar Hits is a beloved barbecue spot in Historic Filipinotown, with its outdoor self-serve operation offering an authentic street food experience reminiscent of Manila.
Founded in 2013 as a food truck, it’s now grown to multiple locations, including one on West Temple Street. Here, you can find affordable and delicious meat skewers, including pork BBQ, chicken BBQ, and beef liver as well as non-meat options like kwek kwek (orange-battered quail eggs) and fish tofu. For the adventurous palate, try pork ears, beef intestines, and yes .
.. grilled chicken butt.
It also has a lively outdoor atmosphere and a communal dining setup, making it a great place for a late-night meal. Nestled in the heart of Hollywood since 1982, L.A.
Rose Cafe has garnered a loyal following for its authentic Filipino dishes and kamayan feasts, where the food is presented on a banana.
