Filipino Restaurants in Austin to Discover

Authentic comfort food. Small store, big selection. Warm, welcoming service. Restaurant Category: Filipino grocery + counter-service eatery; casual Menu Highlights: – Pork adobo (adobo plate) – Pancit – Lumpia/pork egg rolls (fresh and fried) – Pork belly – Sinigang and Dinuguan – Halo-halo and taho – Ube treats (pan de ube, ube desserts) – Lechon (occasionally) Service Highlights: – Owner-led hospitality; friendly, welcoming, and helpful with product explanations and recommendations – Comfort-food flavors that feel “like mom’s cooking” – Hot foods for dine-in and to-go; catering available – Small, clean, and well-organized market with hard-to-find Filipino staples – Good value portions, especially for lumpia Notes: – One customer reported being charged for items that weren’t placed in the bag – A few diners didn’t love certain items (e.g., lumpia) even though most enjoyed them – Small shop; may be a bit of a drive for some Logistics: – Located in South Austin; a convenient option for Filipinos and Asian grocery seekers who’d otherwise drive north Diners come for the comfort classics—pork adobo, pancit, and crisp lumpia—plus hearty favorites like pork belly, sinigang, and dinuguan. Sweet cravings get sorted with halo-halo, taho, and a steady stream of ube treats, from pan … read full review

Legit sisig. Big portions. Super friendly service. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino kitchen & cafe, mid-range; generous portions; dine-in, takeout, and catering. Menu Highlights: – Sizzling pork sisig (often ordered with egg) – Lumpiang Shanghai/lumpia – Pancit bihon (chicken or pork) – Lechon kawali (light, crispy, not greasy) – Crispy pata (mixed feedback) – Palabok – Adobo – Halo-halo (large and shareable) – Taro coffee Service Highlights: – Warm, attentive, and welcoming; many say it feels like dining with family – Helpful with recommendations and menu walkthroughs; photos of dishes available – Comfortable, inviting space with lively music and a slightly upscale feel – Accommodates large groups and busy occasions – Generous portions, good for sharing Notes: – A few diners found some dishes too salty; one disliked the caldereta and had issues with crispy pata – One customer felt rushed near closing and perceived inconsistent treatment compared with another table – Extra charge for additional rice felt steep to some – First-time diners didn’t always receive menu guidance unless they asked Logistics: – Dine-in, takeout, and catering available; has handled team events and big family celebrations – Reservations sometimes asked at the door; walk-ins seated when space allows – Halo-halo … read full review

Mabuhay Austin Personal Chef Services elevates your in-home dining experience with Chef Dan Castro’s culinary creations.. From sushi parties to themed menus, Chef Dan’s experience at renowned establishments like The Broadmoor and Uchiko translates into exceptional, customized menus for any occasion. … read full review

Elevated Filipino flavors. Lively bar vibe. Pricey plates. Restaurant Category: Upscale-modern Filipino with Asian-fusion touches; small plates and craft cocktails. Typical spend $60–$120 per person; cocktails around $18–$22; brunch dishes $15–$25. Menu Highlights: – Bistek picanha with garlic rice (most-praised dish) – Chicken and pork skewers (chicken gets more love for tenderness) – Lumpia – Sinigang-inspired chicken wings (mixed feedback) – Kinilaw/hamachi and other fresh fish preparations – Roti with toasted coconut flakes – Brunch standouts: ube pancakes, Bangsilog, Bibingka French Toast, Big Unk burger, Spam-egg-cheese sandwich – Halo-halo (beautiful plating; flavor/mixability debated) – Chocolate flan – Gin flight and cocktails Service Highlights: – Friendly, professional vibe; great for date night and brunch – Several shout-outs for attentive, knowledgeable servers and bartenders – Fun, energetic atmosphere with a lively bar program – Inconsistencies reported: slow seating despite open tables, delayed refills, occasional confusion – Music can be loud for some diners Notes: – Prices feel high for portion sizes; $20 cocktails cited often – Special-menu pricing not always disclosed; one diner shocked by a $190 entrée – Fusion “twists” divide opinions; some prefer more traditional flavors – Halo-halo hard to mix; fruity cereal topping can overpower – A few dishes … read full review

Filipino-fusion hits. Retro vibes, huge patio. Super friendly service. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino-fusion bar & kitchen; lively happy hour and cocktails. Menu Highlights: – Birria pizza (often called a must-try; some with consommé) – Lumpia (including “lumpia egg rolls”) – Ube drinks and desserts (Frozen Purple Ube Colada, ube piña colada, ube tres leches) – Cod bowl – Yucca fries – Shishito peppers – Wings – Signature cocktails and custom mocktails (e.g., lychee-strawberry soda with lime) Service Highlights: – Warm, attentive owners and bartenders; genuine Filipino hospitality – Great for big groups and happy hours; easy to coordinate events – Indoor space with retro vibe; large shaded outdoor patio – Dog-friendly hangout spot – Energetic programming: open mic comedy (Thursdays), trivia nights, sports/UFC on TV Notes: – Fusion-forward menu; purists seeking strictly traditional Filipino dishes may find creative twists – Can get lively during happy hour, UFC, and event nights – Reviews skew very positive with few criticisms noted Customers come for the birria pizza, lumpia, and all things ube, then stay for the chill neighborhood-bar feel. Many diners gush about signature cocktails and playful mocktails—bartenders are happy to mix something off-menu—and dessert lovers shout out the ube tres leches. … read full review