In some ways,finding a great new restaurant is like finding a great new love affair…read more When you 1st hear of a place,your interest in stirred,When you see pics or videos of the food,it's like the butterflies one gets when infatuation begins.When you finally arrive at the restaurant and the food is everything you thought and hoped it would be,you get this smile that never goes away,just like a great romance.Finally when you think back to the time you spent at a restaurant and the joy and happiness it brought,it's similar to reminiscing about a beautiful time spent with a loved one. 3 Star restaurant in Vallejo is my latest love affair. I first heard about this place on social media when a few prominent food bloggers reviewed this spot and said their wings were the best wings outside of the legendary wing spot located in San Francisco. So I watched the videos and saw the pictures and I was truly excited to try them out. Well Mothers Day rolled around this year and I needed to bring an appetizer to my mothers party we were having that day in American Canyon & the idea of finally trying out their legendary dish was my entire focus. Driving down from Sacramento to get this dish wasn't the easiest of drives on a holiday but I was determined. I called my order in and as the saying goes,the worst the service the better the food-well I was pretty sure my food was going to be legendary based on that phone call. I ended up ordering both the Garlic Sauce Wings($15.95) and the Salt & Pepper Wings($15.95) This restaurant shares a decent sized parking lot with multiple tenants-so parking is not an issue.The neighborhood isn't the best part of Vallejo but I haven't had any issues yet with car security during my visits. When I arrived the restaurant was pretty busy but I noticed a worker had a full table that was full just for To-Go orders and I walked up to her and she handed me my receipt so I could go up to the cashier and pay. 5 minutes later I was in my car totally engrossed with the smell of this amazing chicken. I consider myself a true chicken wing expert and when I say these wings were pure flavor bliss-I truly mean it. The garlic sauce wings were a mix of sweet and savory and garlic with a slight spice-a wet wing experience that makes my mouth water just thinking back on. The salt and pepper wings were perfectly seasoned and a bite of that wing paired with the onion and Jalapeno toppings that come with the dish,can only be described as pure excellence. The chef truly has mastered the recipe and cooking technique on both of these dishes. Fun fact-due to various events in my life,I've had to drive to the Bay Area a few times since Mothers Day-I've been to this restaurant three times now in less than a week-I would say the love affair with this restaurant is burning quite hot at the moment.

All you need is the Crispy Garlic Sauce Wing The best wings…read moreI've ever had. Crispy 10/10 Juicy 10/10 Spice 5/10 (not very hot) Flavors 12/10 omfg!

Traditional Filipino dishes [Vallejo CA]…read more We were in the area and were looking for a place to eat preferably serving Filipino cuisine since we have limited options in Roseville. Hubby found this restaurant and so we drove to the place. First thing you'll notice once you enter the restaurant is the warm temp inside - no AC but they have electric fans going on. To the right is a long shelf with a variety grocery items while the table seating is laid out in the center. TV was tuned in to a channel playing a Filipino movie. This is a "turo-turo" style food ordering, meaning no table service instead you go to where the dishes are cooked in large portions (which is towards the back of the restaurant) and you choose which ones you want. We ordered: Pork Sinigang - a little too sour for me but this is a classic Filipino soup with pork ribs, vegetables, and tamarind broth. Bistek (beef steak) - thin slices of marinated beef before smothered in a deeply savory sauce and topped with golden-seared onions Pork Adobo - classic Filipino dish of pork simmered in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic Kaldereta - goat meat stew I didn't try the kaldereta but all the other dishes were good and delicious. You will definitely feel the Filipino hospitality here. Street parking. Maraming salamat! Review #3929

Crispy Pata was delicious! Convenient grocery store with food ready to go or dine in. We will be…read moreback, Salamat Po!

Solid 4.5 stars. Nice people making hearty silogs. I really enjoyed the amount of tapas I got with…read moremy plate, I thought I'd never say I had too much meat on my plate. We originally went for the viral Ilicano Empanadas, those did not disappoint either. They are made to order so you gotta pack your patience, allow about 20 mins from order, it's totally worth it. $7.95 each with a minimum of two per order so bring a friend to share. I cannot say I can finish two and I'm a big eater too. The spiced vinegar served with them cuts the richness of the deep fried goodness. ProTip...make sure you get the bits of picked onions and peppers in the vinegar to add a nice bite to the already delicious empanada. It's a mom and pop shop so don't expect five star decor but it does have a homey touch. It is ALL ABOUT THE FOOD...you can't eat the chairs and tables

This review is for their empanadas only!…read more I've tried several empanadas in the Bay Area, from a gas station in Daly City to private sellers I've found on social media! Out of all of them, this empanada was probably my least favorite one. My mother & father in law are from the Philippines and they agreed. These are really stuffed with meat but they were really dry. The egg was also fully cooked, I prefer a soft runny yolk. The ratio was probably 50% meat, 30% mung bean, and 20% papaya. It was just sooo dry, you definitely needed to drench that in vinegar to get through it. The outer shell was really crispy though! + points for being able to order & pick up same day! A lot of places you need to order in advance.

I was craving Filipino food and I haven't been to this spot in a good minute so here I am. Iykyk…read morethis place is a Vallejo staple. I ordered a combo plate with sisig and pork adobo. The food was delicious. The portion sizes are also pretty huge. If you're looking for authentic and affordable Filipino food in V-town, this is the spot. Try it out if you like. :)

Catered with them for my daughter's 18th. I preordered the food 2 weeks in advance. It cost me…read more$1400 to feed up to 70 people. Andrea's is located off Springs Rd. They are nestled behind a different building so in order to get to their parking lot, you have to make a left on Maple Ave or Right from Springs Rd (whichever side you're coming from) If you're coming from Hwy 80, you exit Springs then make a left into Maple Ave then a quick left into Andreas parking lot. Anyway, the worker was very friendly and immediately helped me. I wanted to try some dishes while I was there. The food was good and they give you a large portion. I tried the pork adobo and rice. When I ordered for catering: I ordered the pork adobo, mechado, broccoli beef, 200 pcs lumpia, sweet and sour fish, pakbet (pinakbet), rice, pork spare ribs, and more. It was so much food. For delivery to Walnut Creek, I paid $105 in cash. Will definitely order for catering here again. This was the 2nd time catering with Andreas.

Yes , recommend it!! Great Bibingka with fresh coconut…read moreAlsnd lumpia Shanghai platter was tasty and reasonably priced

Dj's Filipino restaurant has been in Vallejo for many years located at Seafood city, it used to be…read moreinside and it took over the old Max's of Manila. I like to order lumpia Shanghai from there. You can call and it will be ready in 10-15 Mins or they'll make it fresh on the spot. They've changed ownership over the years but originally it was kampangpangan style Filipino food and it may have changed over the years. They're pretty solid with their rice plates, pork Sisig, beef steak, menudo and all of their Filipino dishes. It's definitely bang for your buck and probably more fresh earlier in the day. Service is great and parking is easy. Just make sure to not leave anything valuable in your car and watch out for yours bags while you're out here if you're from out of town.

Casual steam table Filipino food. Order your food, pay at the register and then find a table. We…read morewere there for an early lunch around 11am so there were plenty of tables available. There is a cup/water station by the register. We ordered combo plates: rice or pancit (they'll do half and half too) + 2 entrees. The portion of pancit fills almost the whole to go container; two people can easily share. Bistek was just ok, the meat wasn't great quality and it was salty Pinakbet was good Mungo was good Adobo was ok, the bay leaf flavor was strong Chicken bbq skewer was good Sinigang with pampano was good, very sour Pusit was good We had lots of left overs!

Really bad service. I went there on my Birthday with my kids to order a lot of food to celebrate…read more They had a promo on the counter above the advertised item(s) and did not honor it. The person that was helping me was very rude and obnoxious. The person said they have no such promo and I pointed it out and the person still did not honor it even though it is right there. There are better places you can go that has better service and food and that will honor their promos.

Amazing Kapampangan food! Owner was friendly with great service. I, sure, was full after visiting…read morethis place!

This has to be the lowest of the low filipino buffet that anyone could have. For $15.99 you get…read morescraps of food left. Seriously owner please give it up and have a great retirement ahead of you.

I drove 1.5 hours for this and it was worth it. That pork was juicy and so tasty and that glass…read moreshattering skin was so crispy. I had it with rice and I love that it came with a vinegary sauce. I'd love to pack fresh herbs and maybe some pickled vegs with me next time. Also tried their version of chorizo and it's slightly sweeter than the other version I've tried. Still really good and got some warm spices to it. I'd probably order it again but that pork is the main star. Ambiance is ok, not much to it but the service was very warm and friendly and welcoming.

I've been coming here since day one, and somehow it just keeps getting better every single time…read more I came in specifically for the Cebu lechon, and once again--it did not disappoint. The skin had that perfect crisp and crackle, and the meat was juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Easily one of the best pork experiences you'll find anywhere. But what really makes this place special is the people behind it. Tita Marilyn has built something real here--you can feel the culture, the pride, and the consistency the moment you walk in. Heidi was on the chopping block today and absolutely dialed in--fast, precise, and on point. Reyna was as welcoming as ever and made the whole experience feel like family. That's what separates this place. It's not just great food--it's hospitality, tradition, and heart all in one. If you're looking for authentic Cebu lechon done right, this is the spot. No questio

Quality/Quantity - S3 Create your own Beef Pho - 3 items…read more This was very good. Generous portions; my daughter took half of this home. V1 Grilled Turmeric Chicken - Wow, what a beautiful presentation; see pictures. With good flavors and generous portions, but I felt it needed a little more noodles? Or less lettuce? The proportions were off a little. Atmosphere - HUGE, local business. Huge private dining available, see pictures. Huge regular dining area. Table and bar seating available. Semi open kitchen, and amazing clean, especially for being 5 years new! See picture. Single unisex clean modern restroom. Open 5 days a week from Wednesdays to Sundays from 11am to 8pm. The last seating is at 7:30pm as the kitchen closes at 7:45pm. Please be respectful of their time also. Plenty of private parking. Service - 6 stars; both "girls" up front and the owner were very welcoming. Better yet, I can tell with the interaction between the owner and his team that he has built a good culture here. Great job and keep up the good work. Price - $30 + generous tip. Cash discount available. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2020. What a great find! Since I now have to spend more time in Vallejo, I hope to make you a regular visit.

This was my first time at Stockpot. We were there for a reception that was planned in less than 2…read moreweeks. They have a spacious Banquet Room. Owner is awesome! So helpful and accommodating with the planning, and the staff provided the best service during the event. The food was served buffet style. So many menu items that you can pick from. We are looking to go back to try all the different options available. Delicious "Asian Fusion" Thai, Vietnamese, etc options. They have some vegetarian and vegan options available too. Not sure if there is a plan to eventually, but they do not sell/serve alcohol at the location. We will be back soon!

Cabalen serves true authentic filipino food. As a filipina myself, the food here hits very close to…read morehome and although it is a little pricey, trips here are worth it due to the high quality of food and service. First off, portions are huge. Love their silogs and the many protein options they offer such as bangus, longanisa etc. Second, not only do they offer breakfast plates but they have sooo many other entree options that seem to rotate daily. It ranges from chicken adobo, to dinuguan, all the way to kare kare and much more. Lastly, they have tons of filipino dessert options spread across shelves on the walls for those who love their carbs and sweets. For 3 breakfast plates, and XL entree, one juice and chicharron, we paid a total of $88 (not including tip). Pretty pricey overall but dang did we buss down on the plates when we got home LOL. Love Cabalen as well as all the workers. They're all very sweet and helpful! Get here early because they will run out of food throughout the day and they close at 4:30p on weekends and 6p on weekdays.

I got their lumpia fresh out of the fryer and they were super good! I also got an order of their…read morepancit, which I really liked as well. This place is pretty consistent and I've been coming here for years. My favorites from here are their adobo, pancit, bistek and sisig, oh and of course, lumpia!