We're out of towners from Houston, and somehow craved Filipino food. So when we were in Austin, I…read morewasn't sure what to expect. This place happened to be just a few minutes from our hotel and I'm really glad we gave it a shot. First off, it's very mom-and-pop -- no frills, straight to the point, and focused on the food. I did think it was interesting that they also operate as a Chinese restaurant, but honestly, it's probably a smart move given the area. More ways to bring people in the door. The staff were incredibly friendly. It genuinely felt like being back in the Philippines. They were also super accommodating with our toddler, which always earns bonus points from me. We ordered the pansit, sizzling sisig, and sizzling chicken BBQ and all three were delicious. The pansit was savory and loaded with veggies and shrimp. The sisig was nicely peppery with just the right amount of spice. The sizzling chicken BBQ was such a great twist on the classic -- I might actually prefer it this way over skewers. It was easier to eat and came with extra sauce to drizzle over rice. Even though we were stuffed and already had to-go boxes, we couldn't skip halo-halo. It was the perfect ending -- refreshing, sweet, and exactly what we needed. If I lived here, I'd honestly be a regular. If you're looking for solid Filipino food in Austin, this is definitely a spot to check out.

I've been here twice for dinner and both times ordered their sizzling pork sisig which does not…read moredisappoint in the "sizzling" department. It's a nice and hefty portion and also comes with either steamed or fried rice. I was a little disappointed that they ran out of halo halo the last time I went - I really enjoyed it the one time I tried it and clearly it's popular if it ran out. Service is extremely friendly upon entering and throughout the meal. The food came out quick and piping hot, and they were ready with the to-go containers for our leftovers. Inside is a cozy feel and we were seated at a half booth table. The location itself is located in a plaza and parking was not an issue either time I went.

This is a very small store that I spotted while driving by. We stopped inside and were immediately…read moregreeted by the employee. There are a few shelves of items, noodles, sauces, and other treats but there wasn't much for us this time around so we didn't stay very long.

Small little store in the corner of the plaza. Mainly filipino item but does has other item from…read moreout countries. It is a great place for last minute things you might forgotten to get in town. Price is on par with all the other stores. They have cook food on the tables and frozen pastries in the fridge. They take credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google pay.

Elsie was such a warm and bright presence who welcomed us immediately! We came with friends who had…read morerecommended this place, and it was their last day in operation. Elsie and her husband are retiring, but so glad we got to have their food before they closed!! The egg rolls or course were the star of the show (we tried the chicken and pork - loved their spicy dipping sauce too!) We also tried as many of their dishes as we could - glass noodles with pork, hearty soup, hola hola (dessert shaved ice with ube treats added). All were great and served immediately. This little place will be missed!

masarap na pagkain. We were happy to try this spot before they close down. Award winning and…read morefriendly staff. Good lumpia and diniguan. If you've been here before you know. Best of luck out there Tita.

Over the weekend we ordered a large order via delivery for our family of 6 to celebrate my dad's…read morebirthday. Our family has deep ties to Guam as my mom is from there, and Hawaii as my dad was stationed there for many years in the air force and I was born there! I also grew up in California where access to Hawaiian / Pacific Islander food and culture is everywhere. Needless to say I was blown away! There are very few places to order a mixed plate here in Austin and this tasted the closest I've had to home in a long time. We ordered the Ohana Platter, Garlic Butter Shrimp Plate, Maui Kalbi Ribs, and Spam Musubi. Everything was hot and delicious and so so so flavorful. The finedene was an amazing touch. I wish I had gotten a chance to order a plate of red rice to complete my craving but I will definitely be back to order a catering pan of it! Everything was so great, if yall have never been you have to give them a shot -- you will not be disappointed. Mahalo Pacific Flame!

Food truck tucked away in the back lot of nowhere, Pacific Flame is worth seeking out to get the…read moreHawaiian food fix you didn't know you needed. There's plenty of outdoor seating but little shade, so you decide if you want to brave the heat or eat in your car. The plate lunch is a classic and they do it proud here. It typically consists of a protein, a few scoops of rice and macaroni salad. I went with the Huli Huli chicken, which is more or less grilled teriyaki cooked with extra pineapple tang. They give a good amount of meat for the price. Food takes a bit of time but I appreciate them cooking it fresh. They got other classics like loco moco too!

I don't usually leave reviews, but Yammy's Lechon is really good…read more The lechon is probably one of the best I've had here in the states - crispy skin, juicy, and full of flavor. You can tell they take their time with it. Also tried their Ilocos empanadas and those were solid too. Really good flavor and not greasy. The halo-halo was a highlight for me. The ube ice cream tastes homemade, not like the ones you buy at H-Mart. Big difference. Calamansi juice was super refreshing too, not overly sweet. Overall, everything felt like it was made fresh and with care. Definitely one of the better Filipino spots I've tried around here. I'll be back for sure.

Came specifically to try their ilocos empanadas! I recommend getting there early (the only sell the…read moreempanadas on weekends starting at 1:30 pm) and also calling ahead to see availability. When I went I was told they were only doing pre-orders, but the worker was nice enough to slide me one. It was raining pretty heavily and the humidity was horrible that day so the cashier told me that it wouldn't be as crispy. I put it in the air fryer when I got home and it was amazing! Definitely worth trying, a bit expensive ($8) but they're homemade and worth supporting small businesses! I also got the halo halo which was HUGE. Ube ice cream, flan, corn, jello, beans, and I think pumpkin. So good!

THE BIG: Pretty big Vietnamese-style asian grocery store located in North Austin inside the…read moreChinatown center. Parking lot is available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: When I say Vietnamese-style, it's only because most of the internal signage is in vietnamese. It has every asian countries ingredients from China/Korea/Vietnam to The Philippines and indonesia. You can find some really good pricing here on those staples. Fresh produce aisle is a bit limiting. Pretty big seafood area and meat. Walking to your far left side are all the kitchen toolware if you want to level up your kitchen game. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Always enjoy my time here at MT supermarket. Lots of ingredients you won't find at a 99 Ranch or H Mart.

My favorite market. Full of fresh fish, veggies, and meats; seemingly unlimited spices, sauces,…read moredried peppers, dried mushrooms, soup bases (fresh and dried); prepared goodies, teas, milk tea mixes; a ridiculous number of fresh and dried noodle options both seasoned and unseasoned; frozen kimbap, dumplings, bao, everything you didn't even know you wanted, you'll find. They even have alcohol, dishes, candles, other houseware supplies, and some basic American products. Prices area generally competitive, some much better than others. My main complaint is that it can be overwhelming, especially when you're trying to find one specific thing. The other issue is that so many items have mislabeled prices or none at all. This can be challenging when you're trying to stay in budget while faced with more options that you can imagine. Also, fresh prepared items don't necessarily have their ingredients listed which can be scary for less adventurous eaters. The store is generally easy to navigate even through some cluttered set ups.

Tried this place on a the recommendation of some friends that have been here several times before…read more It is a busy and bustling spot that has been around for a long time. Located right next to the baseball stadium and across from Kalahari Resort, I can imagine that the restaurant is always busy, loud, and lively. All the food is good but it is not your typical or traditional bbq flavors that you would expect. The meat is done right but doesn't come through with the smoke flavor you'd normally get from a TX bbq joint. The potato is absolutely unique. It reminds me of a German style potato salad with a little twist or something extra that o couldn't quite identify. But nonetheless, very good. I enjoyed the Cole slaw as well. It was just the right balance of freshness with a hint of the tang from the vinegar. And pricing is very reasonable compared to most bbq places these days; especially in the Austin-Round Rock area

We hosted our son's college graduation at the Salt Lick in Round Rock…read more We had an amazing time!!! The food was delicious and the service was impeccable. So grateful to our server Sally for taking such great care of us!