Cancel

Open app

Search

Filo Cafe

4.6 (83 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Order Filo Cafe Takeout or Delivery

Filo Cafe Photos

FILO CAFE ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Trendy
Good for groups

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Filo Cafe

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Jeck F.

Comforting, clean, friendly service! I love coming to this family owned business for Filipino comfort food. Our favorites are the lumpia, turón, and fresh veggie lumpia. A must try in Rockville!

Desserts - Kakanin and Leche Puto
Jamie P.

Sweet little cafe and the prices were right! Food was hot and fresh, and the service was very friendly. (Counter service only - plentiful seating in the cafe.). The lumpia were delicious and really hit the spot on a cold day. Loved all the grab and go desserts and snacks too! This would be a great place to grab a bite after browsing at the Friends of the Library bookstore next door. I will definitely be back to try their breakfasts and fill up my loyalty punch card!

Linnea E.

I was in the area recently and feeling snackish so I stopped in for some lumpia and taho both of which were really good! They were obviously made fresh and were just the right size and price for what I was in the mood for. I was tempted by the lechon and other options on the menu but just wasn't hungry enough so I'll have to stop by again. I visited on a Saturday, but they had plenty of seating. It was pretty quiet inside, mostly seemed to be doing takeout.

menu - all day breakfast!
Maggie A.

Full disclosure: I came to Rockville to get my lechon fix at Kuya Ja's, but discovered it's closed on Tuesdays. Still craving crispy pork, we searched for another Filipino restaurant nearby, and found Filo Cafe just 3 minutes away. Thank goodness! Got my plate of lechon with rice and I couldn't be happier. The pieces are smaller in comparison, but each piece was perfectly crispy and juicy. My spouse enjoyed his tocilog with garlic rice and egg (gotta love all day breakfast!), and we couldn't resist carioca, sweet rice balls, to take home, along with homemade bagoong (shrimp paste). This place is solid and reliable for classic Filipino plates. I now have another great go-to Filipino restaurant to get my pig fix anytime.

Special menu
Julie K.

delicious filipino food with amazing customer service - def recommend you visit and try!! it was my first time eating filipino food and it did not disappoint. the staff was so sweet and patient in explaining everything to us. the place itself is super cute, clean, and cozy - calm filipino music playing in the background, new desserts + drinks to try, and even a couple of board games you can play with friends! my friend and i ordered the kamayan platter with garlic rice, lumpia, lechon kawali, and (beef tapa or pork tocino). the platter was beautiful and such a fun way to sample a bunch of filipino dishes. it also came with three dipping sauces. food was so delicious - the pancit was savory, the lumpia was perfectly crisp, and the lechon kawali was unreal... super crispy skin and juicy pork inside. the garlic rice was so good too, i love a good simple rice. the beef tapa was a little dry in parts but still tasty - i'm curious to try the tocino next time:) only wish is that the portions were a bit bigger (lowkey think i could've eaten the whole platter myself haha). but overall, such a fun experience and i'd definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try filipino food!

Margy C.

Filo Cafe is a lovely place in an unassuming location. We both ordered the Kamayan platter with variations on the meat choices. We also mixed it up with the lumpia as well so we could sample more of the options. Our dinner was presented on banana leaves making for an authentic experience. The platter was a good portion size and could have been shared with two diners. Since we wanted leftovers, we got two platters. Overall, we enjoyed our meals. I loved the pancit and bihon. The beef was dry and chewy. Pork was good and reminded me of char siew. I've always loved lumpia. I like that they're thinly rolled, unlike egg rolls where the stuffing falls out. The service was extremely kind and patient. I say this because we were utterly confused as to how to order and what was included in the kamayan. The lovely person at the counter had to explain to us a few times what the options were. Thank you, thank you, thank you for being so understanding and patient. Parking: Plentiful

Restaurant neon Sign
Neville E.

I've been visiting this place since the day it opened. I enjoy the food. It's always delicious. The service is always welcoming. The ambience is simple. The place is not too big, so it's just kind of like hanging out in your own kitchen. So, if you like Filipino food, give this place a try. I think you'll like it.

Abegail A.

I've stopped by Filo Cafe a couple times now for their ube vanilla llatte float, which I really enjoy. It's smooth, creamy, has good ube flavor, and provides a good pick me up. Topped with a scoop of ube ice cream, it could also serve as a nice dessert to finish your meal. I definitely plan to be back to try their food - their tapsilog and kamayan platter are calling my name!

Tocilog
Lee Z.

Service was very good. The dish I had was a traditional breakfast dish, Tocilog. A sweet and savory pork dish served with garlic rice and a fried egg. It was delectable. All the flavor of the pork paired well with the rice and egg. A very casual atmosphere and clean.

Halo Halo

5/5 STAR RATING!!! I'm Filipino myself and I've been looking for a local, authentic, REAL tasting Filipino food - THIS PLACE IS IT. Each bite tastes like home. Best place in the DMV. The ambiance is great, service is quick and easy - turon is readily available to eat while you wait for your main meal. Halo halo for dessert is refreshing and beyond tasteful with one spoonful. EVERYTHING ON THE MENU IS A MUST TRY!

Combo dangsilog and tocilog
Maria F.

Loved the friendly staff. Informative and professional. Portions of the food is large. Simple and traditional food. I got too full to try the fresh lumpia and dinuguan. The price reasonable and the food is tasty. Ambiance is minimalist and clean all around including the bathroom. Absolutely coming back. Check it out if you want authentic Filipino food.

Jimmy L.

Great hole in the wall small business offering delicious Filipino food. We ordered the tapsilog, pancit, halo halo and some Filipino sweets. Located Rockville, there is a lot of parking in the shopping center. Cant wait to go back for more Filipino food!

You can book it
Lenny C.

Dropped in for breakfast on a Saturday morning and ordered Tosilog, which from my time in the Navy has always been one of my fave breakfast meals of all time! It's essentially sweet cured pork, garlicky fried rice, and fried egg... yum!!! Also a side of vukes and tomato slice. The pork is marinated and bacony... really good especially if dipped in the vinegar dip. Super fast service and friendly staff! Loads of free parking in strip mall location with a Zumba dance place next door! While I was there, a constant flow of savvy customers doing mostly pick up. My highest possible recommendation!

Menu specials

See all

26 days ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Myra C.
1162
787
842

1 month ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 3

4 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Lee L.
2
50
11

23 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

21 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 1
Love this 4
Oh no 0
Photo of Lee Z.
21
631
2167

10 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mary I.
1
31
71

4 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Judy P.
62
109
67

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 3

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 9
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Dan T.
0
14
1

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 7
Thanks 0
Love this 8
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 9
Oh no 1

Page 1 of 3

Ask the Community - Filo Cafe

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Filipino 3,583 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Julii - Greek Yogurt

Julii

4.3(673 reviews)
1.0 mi
$$$

Have you ever loved a restaurant so much you went back twice in the same day? That was me here…read more This Pike & Rose gem in North Bethesda is everything you hope for in a neighborhood spot -- fresh, imaginative Mediterranean-inspired food, a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere, and the kind of place you immediately start planning to revisit. Everything I tried was fantastic, from the perfectly prepared chicken kebabs to the cod with farro. The blackberry vodka cocktail was beautiful and delicious, and the saffron steamed milk with ginger for dessert was absolute perfection. The entire concept feels current, welcoming, and effortlessly cool without trying too hard. Can't wait to return the next time I'm back in town for meetings!

I've had this booked marked for over two years and my cutie pie always says, "what is in this book…read moremark of yours", lol. Although he will lead most times, I pick one place every weekend so we can check it off together. This Friday (5/16) I picked Julii! He's a regular so although super packed they made it work and sat us immediately without a reservation. This place is popular and a reservation is needed. While I thought the menu was limited, it does the job. I wanted Branzino and had that in my mind the whole day but was disappointed that it wasn't on the menu. Welp, y'all know I love a burger. Service was fantastic! Ambiance feels like stepping into a French‑Mediterranean boutique café that someone elevated into a luxury dining room. It's warm, intimate, and softly glamorous without trying too hard. Let's get into it! Chicken Kabob - Seasoned perfectly over rice! Really good! Burger - Added bacon and mushrooms- Absolutely delicious! Drinks were delicious! No apps because I wasn't that hungry! I will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Photos
Julii
Julii - Cod and farro

Cod and farro

Julii - Igloo seating outside

See all

Igloo seating outside

Java Nation - Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Java Nation

4.1(381 reviews)
0.7 mi
$$

Pretty good food and pretty large selection for a very in the cut spot! Parking can get a little…read morecrazy back behind the restaurant, and seating can get limited if you come prime time brunch hour. But everyone was nice and cashiers were patient even when I couldn't decide what to eat LOL and the line was getting backed up. I couldn't decide right away cuz I was getting nervous the line was getting long so I got steak and egg. Classic meal, well worth the price! Large portion for potatoes too! I need to come back to try other items on the menu. There is too much to choose from, especially the Latin fusion section which surprised me it was even on the menu when I first saw it!

I really wanted to love this place. The ambiance was beautiful, the food good. My issue is with the…read morecoffee. The first time I went there I got a latte and was satisfied. The second time I ordered a cafe con leche and it tasted awful. I even had others at my table try it to see if it was just my taste buds, but everyone agreed that it tasted like a bad batch, kind of sour mixed with bitterness. I am from Florida, cafe con leche is a staple at most places down there, so I thought I knew what it should taste like. I was going to throw it away and order a new one but my husband took it to the front and asked them to remake it. The manager said it would taste the same and suggested that maybe i just didn't know what a cafe con leche was (a bit rudely) and suggested they make me a latte instead. My husband agreed, and before hanging him the latte, manager went up to him and told him he had to pay the 30 cent difference since a latte is more expensive. He of course obliged, but I just thought the whole situation was handled poorly. The new latte tasted great. I returned a third time after that and again ordered a latte and a blueberry muffin. The muffin was delicious. The latte again tasted off. I didn't ask for a new one because of how my husband was treated the last time. I don't think I will be returning.

Photos
Java Nation
Java Nation - Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

Java Nation - Avocado Toast!

See all

Avocado Toast!

The Corby Kitchen - Crab Fries

The Corby Kitchen

4.5(21 reviews)
0.9 mi

This was pretty good food for a hotel. It was slow service but to be expected when it wasn't a busy…read moreevening. My son wanted a kids burger with no cheese and extra pickles, they had to remake it because it had cheese and then it came without pickles. We had to get attention to get some finally. I ordered a crab roll which was great and my husband enjoyed his food. He was here for work and we tagged along, so it was nice to have in the hotel.

The Corby Kitchen is a pretty relaxed environment, inside the Marriott in Bethesda. We've had…read moredrinks here before, as well as lunch and dinner. Some of the servers are super great, and some are not so much. When a burger without certain ingredients was ordered, one waiter rudely said "then what do you want on the burger" however, the burger still had plenty of ingredients listed, that the person ordering didn't ask to be left off. It's difficult to order a plain burger with the only burger on the menu has bacon and cheese. The food is standard fare. Burgers, sandwiches, salads. The chef pays attention to allergens. I've tried the shrimp roll, the Caesar salad, and the turkey club. All of these can be made gluten free, although the menu doesn't denote it. Another in my party enjoyed the shrimp tacos and the burger. Being inside the Marriott, it is a little overpriced, but the food is good, just hit or miss with service. Great for a quick bite if you're staying in the Marriott.

Photos
The Corby Kitchen - On tap...

On tap...

The Corby Kitchen - The Marriott Burger

The Marriott Burger

The Corby Kitchen - Dining Room

See all

Dining Room

Summer House Santa Monica - Breakfast Tostadas*

Summer House Santa Monica

3.5(1.4k reviews)
1.0 mi
$$

Love the ambiance - Cali beach vibes. It's bright, refreshing, and open. Feels like the kind of…read moreenvironment where it's easy to be happy in. I love the immediate view of the massive cookie display upon walking in! Our server was amazing. She was thoughtful, friendly, and attentive. She gave amazing recommendations. We got the jalapeño corn bread, Brussel sprouts, mushroom pizza, spicy kale Cesar, and baby back ribs. For dessert of course we got two cookies with a side of ice cream. Everything was absolutely delicious and flavorful. The sweet potato fries came with the ribs and my goodness, by far my favorite sweet potato fries ever - crispy, crinkle cut, rectangular shaped fries. The cookies were amazing, we got s'mores and Thai banana. Yum, they were soft and chewy and so good! I would come back just for the sweet potato fries and cookies hahaha. But truly everything was made to impress. Loved my meal and would come back!

Very underwhelming experience overall. The service was slow, the food was mediocre, and the staff…read moreseemed indifferent throughout the visit. I ordered the crispy chicken sandwich ($24) and I am pretty sure they just bought a McChicken Sandwich from McDonalds and served it. We've been here before and previously had a decent experience, so this visit was especially disappointing. Not sure what has changed, but with so many better options around, we'll be taking our business elsewhere.

Photos
Summer House Santa Monica - Cookie bar

Cookie bar

Summer House Santa Monica - Mexican Hash Browns*

Mexican Hash Browns*

Summer House Santa Monica - Hash Browns

See all

Hash Browns

Sunday Morning Bakehouse - Bee sting latte and matcha latte

Sunday Morning Bakehouse

4.3(520 reviews)
1.0 mi
$$

I Was Craving A Good Breakfast Sandwich, Something That Didn't Taste Like It Came From A Gas…read moreStation. It's Honestly So Hard To Find Something Quick & Actually Good For Breakfast These Days. I Happened To Be In The Area And Remembered This Spot Was On My "Saved Places" List, So I Decided To Finally Give It A Try Especially Since I Was On A Time Crunch This Morning (Shoutout To St. Patrick's Day ). My Day Definitely Felt Lucky & Even More Blessed! Parking Was Easy Since It Was Early Morning. It's Street Parking With A Meter App, & I Believe There's Also A Nearby Lot For Busier Times. Walking In, The Space Felt Simple Yet So Inviting. Super Clean, Calm, & Just A Pleasant Environment Overall. The Kind Of Place That Immediately Feels Peaceful. While Waiting In Line, I Couldn't Help But Notice The Display Of Pastries.... Absolutely Beautiful. From Thin Cookies To Buttery, Golden Croissants And Donuts... Everything Looked Fresh, Perfectly Made, & Honestly Hard To Choose From. Plus, Prices Were Very Reasonable For The Quality. AVOCADO EGG & CHEESE CROISSANT SANDWICH - $12 Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Fresh Sliced Avocado, Swiss & American Cheese On A Buttery, Perfectly Toasted Croissant With A Slightly Sweet & Savory Aioli. Let Me Tell You This Was By Far The Best Croissant Breakfast Sandwich I've Ever Had!!!!!!!! No Exaggeration. My Jaw Literally Dropped. Every Bite Was Rich, Flavorful, And Perfectly Balanced. The Croissant Was Flaky Yet Soft, The Eggs Were Light & Fluffy, & That Aioli Brought Everything Together. Kisses To The Chef ‍ Because They Really Did Their Thing On This. WOW. CHOCOLATE DIPPED BISCOTTI - $3 House-Made, Buttery, Crunchy, & So Satisfying. The Chocolate Side Was Rich And Delicious, But Honestly? Even The Plain Side Was Incredible On Its Own. Perfect Pairing With A Hot Drink Or Just As A Snack. HOT COCOA (Oatmilk) - $5 They Didn't Have Whipped Cream, So I Wasn't Expecting Much... But Wow, I Was So Wrong. It Came In A Nice-Sized Mug With A Beautiful Heart Design On Top... That Alone Stole My Heart . But Then The First Sip? Smooth, Rich, & So Damn Good. It Completely Surprised Me In The Best Way. Definitely One Of Those "Don't Judge It Until You Try It" Moments. The Staff Were Nice And Helpful. You Can Tell They Take Their Time To Get Everything Right, From The Food To The Overall Experience & It's Absolutely Worth The Wait. I'm Honestly Still In Disbelief At How Good Everything Was. The Food, The Atmosphere, The Experience... All Top Tier. I'm Lowkey Mad I Didn't Come Here Sooner, But This Is Definitely One Of My New Favorite Spots. I'll Be Putting Everyone I Know Onto This Place. I'll Absolutely Be Back & I'm Already Hoping They Open A Location Closer To Me.

My iced strawberry matcha was super yum! I think it was odd that the cashier didn't ask if we…read morewanted our drinks for here or to go so we got our first drinks in to go cups instead of dine in cups automatically. Then other people were getting theirs in dine in cups so we ordered another cup and asked for it dine in. The latte was fine! Latte art super nice. I love the cups and the saucers for the hot drinks! Cookies were tasty. We got the chocolate chunk cookie and the chocolate oatmeal cookie. Line wasn't long at 1PM on a Friday. I also felt like the cashier was just trying to get us in and out very quickly but I understand because the line does get long. Just used to a more chill, personable experience. They have designed laptop zones so the regular seating can be screen free which is super cool! Next time will try to get food! I would come back.

Photos
Sunday Morning Bakehouse - Inside

Inside

Sunday Morning Bakehouse - Pistachio Latte

Pistachio Latte

Sunday Morning Bakehouse - Lavender London fog and dirty chai latte

See all

Lavender London fog and dirty chai latte

Filo Cafe - filipino - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...