Went here on a Friday night around 7:40 and we found easy parking at the BofA across the block and paid with the LaZ Parking QR code posted up on the wall. It was a short walk across the street to Kuya Lord, where we entered into a cozy, welcoming space with various groups sat around a couple of communal 4 and 6-top tables. Thankfully there was an empty table so we snagged one! We ordered the beef tapsilog bowl and a special, the lucenachon sisig. The beef tapsilog bowl was delicious, the combo of the atchara (pickled veggies) and vinegar sauce was tops. The meat, the short ribs, were tender and tasty. Next-level. But the lucenachon sisig--it's not on their regular menu, just was listed on a card next to the register along with two other sold-out entrees. But I really hope the team elevates this to a permanent spot! It was truly one of, if not the best sisigs I've ever had. They chop up their famous lucenachon and toss it with a fair amount of onions and peppers and top it up with a poached egg. The crispy textures of the dish come together with the garlic rice and fried garlic/shallots--added with the different dimensions of flavor, plus those peppers and onions, came together for a flavor bomb in my mouth. We also shared one of their special iced teas, I forgot the name but it was long and berry-colored lol. But it was a great contrast to our dishes! Lastly we ended up sharing a dessert, the bibingka mamon. Sweet but not too sweet. Just right and the perfect way to end the meal. Still thinking about the sisig--very happy I had leftovers so I can eat it for breakfast tomorrow hehe. read more

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This tiny eatery has a dining room the size of my walk-in closet, but the cleverly placed bar height tables provide seating for, I'm guessing, 24. It feels divey, and the staff is chill friendly. Of course the star of the visit was the food. The Lechon Kawali was excellent: I like that it was cut in true bite sized pieces, and each had beautiful layers of crispy rind, melty fat, and flavorful meat. The accompanying garlic fried rice and pickled veg were perfect partners, rounding out a perfect dish. I also tried the Lucenachon, their signature rolled pork dish and the chargrilled, which were both tender and tasty, and the fried fish balls were delicious, as well. This place isn't fancy, but the Filipino cuisine is definitely elevated in both rounded, balanced flavors and textures and in its simple yet lovely presentation. I can see why it caught James Beard attention. This food is definitely cravable. read more

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I've had this bookmarked for a while now after the chef got on my radar for winning a James Beard award. It's in quite a busy area and parking can be a little bit tricky but it's totally worth the stop. However, it is a very small place so seating is limited, and definitely don't plan on bringing a large group because it's cramped as it is, and no outdoor seating available. We came about an hour before closing on Friday, so luckily it wasn't crazy busy but they only have one lower regular height table, which is actually a handicap designated table, so the higher bar seating isn't super ideal for kids or elderly. Other than that if you want to just do takeout, I saw a lot of people doing that. It was hard to make a choice here because of all the delicious things on the menu, but we were super happy with what we got. The lechon sisig was the perfect amount of heat, and loved the poached egg added on top, definitely worth the extra cost. We also got the longsilog, which was a delicious plate of food. The sausage was cooked perfectly, and it was so juicy and flavorful, our kids devoured all of it! The salad and the pickled achara was so refreshing and really completed the dish. Even the lumpia and the house chili sauce didn't disappoint either. The presentation was definitely all there. Service was awesome as well. My only complaint is that they were out of the calamansi hibiscus drink so I wasn't able to try it, but I guess that just means I have to come back again when I'm in the area! read more

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After our double movie date, we wanted to grab something to eat close to home and happened to come across this place! As soon as you walk in, you'll notice how bright and welcoming it is. I loved how they maximize the natural sunlight--it makes the whole place feel warm and homey. I added a photo so you guys can see! Now onto the best part--the food! Trying the chami was one of the main reasons I wanted to check this restaurant out, and it did not disappoint. It was sweet and savory, although I was personally looking for a little more of that spicy kick since that's how I know chami to taste--sweet, savory, with just enough spice to balance out the sweetness. We also tried the hiramasa collar, which was really good. I believe it was marinated in a soy sauce-based mixture. It was a little salty for my taste, but still enjoyable. But the highlight for me was definitely the Lucenachon! It had such a unique take on lechon and was incredibly juicy and tender. I especially loved the marinade--it gave the meat so much flavor. Overall, I would definitely come back and try more dishes! P.S. Just a heads-up: street parking only. read more

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We happened to be in Los Angeles and wifey and I decided to try a spot I've heard about many times. The tough part of eating here is finding parking. That was the only negative. Everything else was positive. The decor and layout of the restaurant is cozy and hospitable. Our hostess was nice and helpful. We started with lumpia Shanghai and it was perfectly fried which is to be expected. If a place messes up lumpia then I say leave lol. Wifey and then shared the beef Tapsilog and lechon Kawali. Everything was perfectly cooked and tasted great! The presentation of the food was also a plus. For sure we will return next time we're in the area. read more

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I have to say ,this is some of the best food I've had in a while. We ordered two of the Kuya Trays . One with beef and sausage and the other with the Lucenachon everything on those trays were well seasoned and tasted so amazing. Service was fast and friendly. Though the dining room is very small. We further as it opened and didn't have an issue with the seating. There is street parking but also parking at the BofA across the street. I cannot wait to come back and try more of the offerings on their menu. read more

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Delivery review Ambiance and service - no thoughts because this was a food delivery review Food - Ordered the... Lucenachon Rice Plate - tender, juicy meat, crispy skin. Garlic Rice was a bit oily but tasty. Yummy veggies. Java Garlic Rice- delicious but a bit oily. Half Grilled Chicken (à la carte)- tender and flavorful Green Goddess Sauce - delicious and great to dip into with chicken Clean and Secure packaging read more

Kuya Lord - Grilled chicken (split with lucenachon pork) - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Expectations were high for James Beard, but not up to Wally award standards. Had the Tocilog. Ordered eggs over easy and got sunny hard. Tocino was fair. Not red. Not sweet. No sinangag. Some gooey rice but not garlicky. Swimming in atchara and cucumber salad. Disappointing for $28. Honestly my Lola's is waaayyyy better. Lecunachon was just not good. Not crispy. No flavor profile. Not sure if maybe we just caught them on a bad day? Sorry Kuya.....my pinoy food at home can rival. read more

Kuya Lord - Tapsilog - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've never had refined Filipino dishes quite like Kuya Lord's. This is an easy recommendation! We ordered the Beef Tapa (savory), two scoops of Java Rice, Sweet Longganisa, Tomato Cucmber Salad, and a Mexican coke. Individually, they could stand on their own. But, when combined, they harmoniously balanced the flavors of salt, acid, and sweetness. The beef tapa was savory indeed. You could also cut into it easily. I've never had anything like Java rice. That isn't normally what I eat at home so this was a pleasant surprise. The vibrant, yellow-orange, grain got its aroma from the garlic and turmeric. You cannot order a protein without ordering a side of Java rice. With that said, because it was savory, it also went well with the sweet Longganisa. The Longganisa was juicy and a little bit crispy on the outside. The acidity from the Tomato Cucumber Salad helped tie the entire dish together. It was a much needed balance between the proteins and rice, and enhanced their flavors even more. The Mexican coke was a great refreshment. I loved the old-school coke bottles. Drinking out of that while consuming refined dishes does elevate the experience overall. The staff were friendly and helped with explaining the menu. They also delivered the food to our table, that was kind of them. Thank you! When you're finished, you'll need to take your dishes up to their counter. The restaurant is small and has limited seating, mostly high table. They also have two tables outside. We went on a Saturday afternoon (around 2pm). Parking was difficult to find. We had to park two blocks away in a residential area. If you do decide to visit in the afternoon like we did, prepare to do some walking and bring a hat. Again, Kuya Lord is an EASY recommendation! I'm so happy that my husband and I finally got to try it out. I would love to come back to try more of their food. Well done! read more

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Amazing Filipino food deserving of all the awards and rad reviews!! The grilled chicken rice plate and the lucenachon are marvelous with flavorful, tender meat with a nice outer crisp. The papaya side was really unique and adds a good, sweet balance while the cucumber/tomato salad is a highlight, adding a tangy, lighter reprieve from the meat. The yellow rice is so tasty too. Prices are a little high but the serving sizes are generous. The restaurant is nicely decorated and service is good. We came on a Friday (July 4th long weekend) at 11:30 and despite the small restaurant size, we were able to find seats for 2 immediately. The restaurant got busier after 12 pm but there were still some available seats. Park for free on the side streets. We parked on N. Manhattan Pl. read more

Kuya Lord - Grilled Chicken Rice Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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WHOA! Kuya Lord was as advertised. I'd always wanted to come eat here for the last few years. We happened to be nearby and we decided it was time to visit. Located on the busy streets of Melrose. Parking is most definitely a challenge. We circled around twice and had no luck so we ended up parking closed to 2 blocks away in a residential area. We were committed to trying Kuya Lord's food. Once we arrived the location was close to capacity. We came on a Saturday right around 2:30pm. They offer some tables outside and mostly high top table seating inside with one lower table that is wheel chair accessible. We decided on a few ala carte dishes to share and a Mexican Coke because why not!? We ordered: Prime Beef Short Ribs (savory) Pork Longganisa (sweet) Java Garlic Rice (pint/2 scoops) Tomate Cucumber Salad The staff was kind enough to bring all the shareable plates and orders as it all came out. First impressions, great presentation and aromatics with each dish. Everything was freaking amazing! Chef is a James Beard award winner and I can see why. These are Filipino dishes that I loved eating as a kid and it's elevated on a number of levels. They reminded of me of vacation in the Philippines and eating in the comfort of home. That Java Garlic Rice though! It's SPECIAL! It's one of the most memorable things on the menu. It's one of a kind rice I've not had before. The mix of sweet and savory with the freshness of a salad created a great dining experience for us. We unintentionally created our own family menu. I'm all for supporting my culture and my heritage and I'm glad my wife and I were blessed to try this food. Honestly, I can say this was some of best homestyle dishes of Filipino food I've eaten. Kuya Lord has found a way to elevate our simples dishes and maximize all the right balance of flavors that highlights what our Filipino Cuisine represents to all types of people. I can co-sign that in my personal opinion, Kuya Lord's is worth the hype! I absolutely loved it! I would make this drive and take time to find parking because it was that good to me! Salamat, Kuya Lord! ( ^_^)b read more

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Got catering for my birthday, and wowwowwow! You MUST get the Lucenachon, a Filipino porchetta. The skin is so crispy it makes an audible crack when you break it. Inihaw Na Sugpo Sa Aligue are the blue prawns, gooey, spicy heads still on, with a killer garlic chili sauce. Lechon Kawali is lovely as well, also great skin. Dip in vinegar for best results. All trays come with Java Garlic Rice and Pancit Chami which pair well with any protein. Housemade pickles are perfect between meaty bites. There is some good bbq in LA, but Kuya Lord goes above and beyond! read more

Ordered the Kawali tray and really enjoyed it. The pork belly was tender, flavorful, and had a nice crispy skin. The noodles were well seasoned, and everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The only reason for 4 stars is the price. That said, the quality of the food and the flavors were excellent. If you're craving Filipino food and don't mind spending a little extra, it's worth trying. I'd order again. read more

Kuya Lord - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I'm not usually a big fan of Filipino food, but Kuya Lord definitely impressed me. The signature Lucenachon was my favorite and I highly recommend it. The ultra crispy, crackling skin with the herb seasoned, juicy pork was so good. I can see why it's one of their signature dishes. Service was great too, and overall I really enjoyed the experience. Definitely would come back and try more of the menu. read more

Kuya Lord - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Only street parking Friendly staff Menu includes a variety You can just order the meat or make a meal out of it Lechon is their specialty Very tasty Portions are small A bit pricey read more

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Heard about this place on many "top..." lists for the last few years and finally tried it. Both pork plate options were good - maybe would prefer the softer one. The sides veggies were tasty; the rice was a little too garlicky and had a touch of fish sauce but was still otherwise good. Also like that they had homemade sweet sausage. Order at the counter; Very small space but cute inside. Seems to be a popular for take out. Nice to see a trendy spot serving Filipino food. read more

Kuya Lord - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

When I saw Jokoy's hilarious look alike Instagram post about Kuya Lord, then asked my cousin if she has eaten in Kuya Lord, she said their food is delish and lechon kawali is a must, so I made sure to order a side of this with the pancit! The only reason I gave 4 stars is because the pancit was very salty. My friend noticed this also. On a positive note, I was impressed by the amount of pancit served on this plate and the abundance of vegetables When I tried the lechon kawali, OMG the skin and meat flavors, and crispy skin, made me text my cousin immediately to tell her she was right! My friend ordered a longganisa rice plate and it was perfectly sweet. The Java rice was an excellent pair with the longganisa. Service is excellent and our food came out fast. The staff who took our orders patiently answered my questions related to my dietary restrictions. We sat outside since it was full inside. Such a sign of the Kuya Lord hype and delicious food fans! read more

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Even after the well deserved recognition - the food still hits! We ordered for delivery last night and the food still travels well. We ordered a la carte instead of the trays this time around. Their Laing topped with bonito flakes paired with steamed white rice was my favorite! The Pancit Sotanghon had a good chew. The Hiramasa Collar was still fatty and enjoyed the pickled veggies it came with. My husband enjoyed the Lucenachon and Grilled Chicken. They were tender and well seasoned! The tart from their calamansi pie was a good note to finish our dinner with. I still highly recommend! read more

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Came here for a Filipino Employee Network dinner. Kuya Lord was nice enough to come out and take a photo with us! Ordered about half of the menu and everything was delicious! Been back twice since then to try out the traditional Lucban dishes. When I sent photos of the decor to my gf, she immediately knew that the chef was from Lucban and was extremely thrilled! Must tries: Lucban longganisa (savory) and the pancit habhab (noodles are specific to the region) as I tasted it, all I could think was "I've never had anything like this" confused but in a good way! Btw, Kuya Lord himself put habhab onto the Winter menu because I had specially requested it. You're welcome to anyone that had the opportunity to try it! read more

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The food was so amazing, I didn't even get photos I definitely want to go back and try some more dishes.

Visited Kuya Lord and had mixed feelings about the experience. Parking was a challenge, and I ended up paying $7 to park across the street near Bank of America. The food was decent, but I felt the prices were a bit on the higher side for what we ordered. I tried the Chami noodles, which were described as sweet and spicy. I was expecting something closer to pancit canton in style and flavor, but it wasn't what I anticipated. The lechon was the standout dish for me--crispy, flavorful, and definitely the highlight of the meal. The liempo was okay but didn't quite have the flavor I was hoping for. The fried rice was tasty, while the calamansi hibiscus drink wasn't really my preference. We spent around $80 for the dishes shown in the photo. Overall, I might come back for the lechon, but probably not for the other items. read more

Kuya Lord - Tray (not in the menu board) - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've heard lots of good things about Kuya Lord, including the numerous accolades it had received from the food critics. It's a self service diner where you are expected to bus your own table. The diner is small so a table can be hard to come by during peak times. Parking can also be a bit of a challenge. Our favorite dish was the Lucenachon, which is the Filipino version of porchetta. The 2x cook pork was similar but a bit on the dry side. The blue prawns were decent if a bit salty; pretty expensive for such a small dish. The Pancit Sotangon vermicelli was pretty bland. The prime beef short rib was not what I'd expected. It was thinly sliced and sweet; it reminded me of the Chinese pork jerky. The food was overall decent but quite pricey for a small self serve diner. read more

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Kuya Lord brings a modern spin to Filipino comfort food without losing the warmth and soul that define the cuisine. Although the dining space is small (and you'll likely be sharing a communal table), it creates an intimate, bustling atmosphere where energy from the open kitchen and fellow diners becomes part of the experience. THE FOOD. - Rice Bowl with Beef Tocilog. The grilled prime beef short ribs were sweet, tender, and beautifully charred. The garlic rice was fragrant and cooked perfectly (slightly sticky). Of course, breakfast isn't breakfast without an over easy egg to break on top of the rice! And lastly, the tomato/cucumber salad & pickled green papaya helped to cut through the richness. Highly recommend. - Lucenachon Rice Bowl. The slow roasted pork belly was magnificently juicy; its crackling skin shattered with each bite, delivering that perfect salty crunch. If you like pork belly, highly recommend trying this out. - Pancit Sotanghon. The glass noodles lead the way; delicate, springy, and infused with patis (fish sauce) and aromatic seasoning. The medley of vegetables follows with crisp texture and earthy flavor, giving the dish a well-rounded finish. THE DRINK. - JuiceKoLord. Honey calamansi hibiscus juice; a sweet-tart combo that seemed more tart than sweet. I could only take a few sips at a time before feeling overwhelmed with the tartness. I still drank the whole thing though because I was taught not to waste food/drinks. lol. THE PARKING. Street parking is an option if you can snag it. We were not so lucky and ended up at a parking lot nearby, which we were probably not supposed to park in. #ohwell #tiredofcirclingaround THE VERDICT. Kuya Lord absolutely lives up to the hype. Bold flavors, thoughtful execution, and dishes that honor tradition while still feeling fresh and modern. A must-visit for Filipino food lovers! read more

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Good LAWD there must be angels in the kitchen!!! Exquisite cuisine, intimate & homey interior and just the nicest staff! It was a very memorable experience filled with a lot of, "whaaattt da phuck", "are you tasting this ", "why is this so good" and "howtell me HOW" and these were shared expressions from all parties in our group...it was an synonymously a hit! We got the tray and loved everything on it as well as the calamansi cheesecake...yum to 10th degree! We'll be BACK! read more

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Undoubtedly the best lechon I've ever had! Or, possibly among the best pork belly I've ever had across any culture. We ordered two things: the Lucenachon rice bowl and the Beef Tapsilog rice bowl. These two dishes were $24 each. Spending $48 before tax/tip is a bit difficult to swallow for the amount of food you get. HOWEVER, there is the kuya tray for $45ish which might be the better overall value. This is my mistake entirely but I didn't know it was on the menu until after I'd ordered lol. The lucenachon is the real deal. The pork skin was insanely crispy, but super airy. This means it wasn't hard to bite through and the meat was extremely tender. I don't think you really even needed to chew that much for it to melt in your mouth. The veggies were very refreshing and balanced very well with the java garlic rice. The beef tapsilog was solid, but it was very reminiscent of Korean kalbi and not necessarily something that stood out from others I've tried. Be very warned: parking is extremely difficult; we parked a block or two down with meters, and even then we felt pretty lucky. The inside was also very small and we were the last ones to grab seats before the entire place was filled up...and that was ~30 minutes after they had just opened for evening service. Overall, super glad I visited Kuya Lord. The food is awesome and the quality is reflected in the preparation, plating, and service. I had just wished there was a better deal so I can order more from the menu. read more

Kuya Lord - Lucenachon Rice Bowl and Beef Tapsilog Rice Bowl - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was so excited to order Kuya Lord for my Filipino friend that was visiting! Of course we ordered the large serving of lechon. The vinegar sauce on the side was crucial to cut the fatty goodness from the pork. My favorite part was actually the crispy, buttery skin. My mouth is watering as I type this. The calamansi pie was actually creamier than I expected? I was looking for a citrusy bite similar to key lime pie but it wasn't that. Anyways, solid spot for lechon! read more

It's taken me 3 years to visit this fusion infused Filipino restaurant. And, it was worth the 1 hour drive. I felt nostalgic when I walked in because it brought a little bit of my culture back to me. The ambience was progressive. The food was as handsome as the chef, a James beard award recipient. And, I can't wait to be back for more. read more

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Somewhere between a 4 and 5 for me, but I'll give them a 5 because the worker was just really nice and informative. We ordered the pancit Stanton with lechon, the lucenachon bowl and the tocilog bowl. It was all pretty good. Our least favorite was the lucenachon, but even that was a good dish, just not as good as everything else. Definitely one of the better Filipino food places I've eaten and I would recommend it to anyone in the area. read more

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So much flavor, of course with lots of garlic and vinegar. The skin on the lechon kawali was crispy, mm! This longsilog was also different and better than others I've had. It was a bit salty overall, and I think it was kinda crazy to be paying $50 for 2 silogs. read more

Kuya Lord - Savory Longsilog & Lechon Kawali Silog - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Kuya Lord serves the best Filipino food I've ever had -- and honestly, some of the best authentic Asian cuisine in the area, period. You can feel the chef's passion in every dish. He's incredibly friendly and clearly cares about the food he puts out, which makes the whole experience even better. Everything is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and the flavors are incredible. The sweet sausage and short ribs with the special rice were outstanding -- rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sides complemented everything beautifully, and the gem salad was a refreshing surprise. Every dish feels thoughtful and carefully crafted. You really can't go wrong here -- it's the kind of food you think about long after you've left. read more

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5 star Filipino Food!!! Hard to give Filipino food a five star since I think my grandmother and mom are the best Filipino cook lol. Got lucky to get a table for lunch when we arrived at 1130 on Sunday. Menu is limited but can't go wrong on trying a selection. We got the Lucerna LeChon plate, special dish- eggplant and tomatoes, and hiramasa collar. All dish were cooked perfectly- the LeChon was juicy and had crispy skin with accompanying achara (pickled vegetable, garlic fried rice, chami noodles. The grilled eggplant with burrata, and tomatoes dish was excellent- the flavor combination is amazing. Love the Almond wood-grilled Hiramasa collars with pickled veggies, dipping sauces: toyemans and chile garlic oil. Didn't make to desert but the calamansi pie looks great. They do have a house made homey calamansi hibiscus juice- very refreshing. The place is smallish having 5 tables but seems have access for outdoor seating infront and outside. Parking is street meter parking. They do have a restroom on the back. Definitely worth trying. And congrats to the James Beard Award. read more

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The shop is small and gives Mom and pop shop vibes, but their rightfully deserved fame made them very busy so try to go during non-rush hours! Oh my God the double crisp on the pork belly with the tender porkbelly - it is wild haha. It almost felt unreal as I've never had this texture combination before. Now for flavors - everything is balanced and compliments each other The key lime pie is the Filipino version - coconut milk (you can taste a little of it) and calamansi lime (a lime grow in the Philippines) has a more floral taste and less of the acidic taste unlike the Persian limes traditionally used in the states. I really enjoyed these dishes and will come back for sure! I accidentally ate the key lime pie without taking a picture so the staff was nice enough to prepare one and let me take another picture! Thank you! read more

Kuya Lord - Lucenachon rice bowl - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Parking - difficult to find street parking but manageable with patience Service/Vibe - quick, casual, and small Food: kuya tray - garlic crab sauce prawns (amazing), java garlic rice (delicious), Chami noodles (FAVE - great flavor), pickled green papaya; lucenachon (slow roasted pork belly) - good but fatty, lechon kawali aka 2x cooked pork (good and crispy), honey calamansi juice (fresh but very sweet) read more

Kuya Lord - kuya tray - prawns, java garlic rice, Chami noodles, pickled green papaya; lucenachon, lechon kawali, honey calamansi juice - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is simply outstanding. I stopped by for dinner on Friday evening and my food was ready before I could even sit down! The cashier was super friendly and helped with questions and describing menu items. I went with the a la cart 8oz lucenachon, java garlic rice, and the honey calamansi juice. The rice is one of the best rice I've ever had. It's soft yet firm, moist, without being mushy or overcooked, and has so much amazing garlic flavor without being overpowering. The pork was amazing. The meat was juicy and tender while the skin was thin and so crispy crunchy without being greasy. I am a bit torn on the drink. It's more bitter than I expected but I think the bitterness comes from the honey? I don't know how tart a calamansi is but this wasn't like a lemonade drink. It's nice to have the contrast from the salty and savory foods though! Overall, a fantastic meal and I will gladly return read more

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Filipino restaurant/ cafe located in the Melrose Hill area (adjacent to East Hollywood and Larchmont - if you didn't know about that neighborhood, that makes the both of us. It's new to me) I haven't been to a lot of Filipino restaurants, but have had lots of Filipino food from friends at their house and gatherings including some really great examples of lechon (or lucenachon - my buddy does the long roast). Based on that frame of reference, I would say the lechon here is very tasty and has a great texture with the crisp on the skin - not too hard, but the crunch is there when you bite into it. I ordered the lucenachon rice bowl. And it was wonderful. As I mentioned above, the roasted pork belly was really well prepared, but what really elevates this place or at least the dish I ordered are the sides. The garlic rice was so tasty and the veggies not only added a bright aesthetic to the bowl/plate, but helped contrast and heighten the protein. The vinegar dipping sauce also was great in cutting through the fat and giving the dish balance. The casual and friendly vibe here as soon as you walk through the door makes this place feel very welcoming and approachable - despite the accolades and top lists this restaurant received and is a part of. Heck, during my visit, I was able to see Chef Lord Maynard hustling and doing his thing in the kitchen. Love to see it. The space itself is not large. There's a few tables, so I think they do a lot of their business in the form of large catering orders and take out. I was actually here on Mothers Day so there were some special items on the menu, but it was clear that it would be unwise for a single diner to order what was available (e.g. they had kare kare, but as much as I love that dish, it was only available in large trays) Parking could be a challenge because this is a busy area with lots of through traffic. I parked at a meter about two blocks away on an off street so it wasn't stressful to parallel park and I had a nice walk before and after. read more

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Honestly some of the most phenomenal Filipino food I've had in a while, and for a decent price point, too (especially for a small business + well-known chef). We split the plate 3 ways and felt like it was enough food. Though Kuya Lord is technically considered a fast-casual dining experience (you serve yourself, seat yourself, and bus yourself), the food quality is anything BUT fast casual. Everything is fresh, well-prepared, and ingredients tasted like the highest quality. Honestly the food was comparable to my Lola's. Would definitely come back, and I hope to bring my Filipino dad here (and his standards for eating Filipino food out are pretty damn high). I will say that seating here is TIGHT and hard to find - the space is small and the other customers were unwilling to share a communal table with us lol read more

Kuya Lord - Lechon plate - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very small venue more geared for take out. Some seating against the walls. Open kitchen which I always love. The guy at the counter was very friendly and helpful. Once he knew that this was our first time, he offered to explain the menu. It really helped us with our choices. My bar for Filipino food however is the lechon kawali. This Hawai'i boy was ready for good Filipino food. Olympics kind of record performance. This place nailed the kawali. Everything was delicious. I didn't expect the collar. I love Japanese Hamachi Kama and this was right at that level. Please open a restaurant with a bunch tables. read more

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Heard a lot of great things about this place, so in true LA form we wanted to check out the hype so we came, we saw, we ate... Ambiance: 1 Stars Its a very small space, not great for groups or kids. Had to wait about 10 mins to get out of restaurant as a strange man was yelling and having a conversation with himself outside. It's not the restaurant's fault, but we didn't feel safe going outside. Service: ??? It's a counter - you order at the counter, and you pick it up from the counter when it's ready. Comparable to any fast-food restaurant, you serve yourself and bus your own table. Food: 3 stars We ordered everything, and there were no complaints, and nothing memorable either Parking: Take an Uber or circle until you find meter parking read more

Kuya Lord - Menu - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I ordered a luchenachon bowl to go and the flavors were so delicious. The skin on the pork was absolutely crispy and perfect and the pickled vegetables served with the rice added nice balance. I loved this bowl however the pork is best eaten fresh and hot or just cooled to room temp. After refrigeration the pork didn't retain the original crispy texture. Friendly service at the counter too! read more

Kuya Lord - Lucenachon Bowl - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We visited on a Sunday and found parking close by. We ordered the lucenachon tray and it was as delicious as last time. The tray comes with Java rice (it's delicious) and the chami (also delicious and saucy) and the pork (it was tender and the skin was crispy) and the pickled veggies. The beef short ribs were amazing and flavorful! We also ordered the grilled chicken and it was juicy and had a delicious charred flavor. For our drink we ordered the honey calamansi drink which was sweet and refreshing and I could taste the calamansi, the honey, and the hibiscus. For dessert we ordered the calamansi pie which was perfectly sweet and reminded me of key lime pie. All the food was very flavorful and 10/10! Chef Kuya Lord and staff are kind, attentive, and helpful. The ambiance was lively and would definitely recommend visiting! read more

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