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LA Rose Cafe is Filipino restaurant with appetizers, specialties and desserts. Good amount of seating and should be able to accomodate large groups. The parking lot behind the restaurant is for Wendy's. Don't park there - only street parking. For the food: Stopped by LA Rose Cafe to pick up snacks for the Hollywood Bowl. I can only speak for the Shanghai Eggrolls and Flan Leche. Both delicious and I would go back to try their other dishes
Came in on Saturday around lunch time and got seated immediately. The ambiance of the restaurant was really nice. I loved the decor of the back of each seat with different kinds of birds! It was my first time trying this restaurant so with a group of 4, we were able to get a good spread of food. Definitely had to get the calamansi drink! It was so refreshing. The fried dishes such as the daing bangus, lumpia and buchon were hot and crispy. I liked the kare kare vegetables, i was never a fan of oxtail but liked the flavor of the stew. It was my first time trying pork sisig and I really liked it when it was hot and fresh. As time passed, I didnt like the texture. I thought the adobo was meh, Overall had a good time with filipino dishes with decently good prices!
The food here was absolutely delicious and definitely the highlight of our visit! Every dish was packed with authentic Filipino flavors. The sizzling sisig was savory and flavorful, and the tocino with garlic rice and eggs was perfectly cooked and so satisfying. You can tell a lot of care goes into the food. The drinks, however, were just okay. The mango smoothie had good mango flavor, but it mostly tasted like chunky ice mixed with mango juice rather than being smooth and creamy. It wasn't bad, but it didn't quite live up to the quality of the food. Overall, I'd absolutely come back for the amazing Filipino cuisine. If the smoothies were a bit creamier and more blended, the experience would be even better!
I see why this place has been here so long. The food is INCREDIBLE. Like, as soon as you have it you want to bring all your friends incredible. Walking in feels like you're at home. Everyone is friendly and smiling. Everything was amazing. I cannot wait to come back.
Wow just wow. 11/10 I dream about this place and the food! Def a must come but please be understanding of service when it is busy. There's parking meters around the area and it wasn't hard to find. We came on a Friday night though and it thankfully wasn't that busy. So much flavor all around! It was a nice, homey vibe inside which I enjoyed looking around. I highly recommend getting the garlic rice with the bistik. Tastes like home!
I've heard about this spot for a while. I was in the area and finally had a chance to check it out -- here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Welcome to Hollywood! It can get busy, but there's usually metered parking around the area if you're patient. Seating: Mostly indoor seating with room for around 50 people. Works well for both small and larger groups. Vibes: This isn't the flashy side of Hollywood, but it's still surrounded by plenty of lively spots and things to do. The restaurant itself feels like stepping into a Filipino American home -- a mix of Filipino cultural touches alongside European-style artwork and framed articles highlighting the restaurant's history and recognition. It gives the space a lived-in, personal feel. Great for a food adventure, meeting up with friends, or even settling in for a casual meal while getting some work done. FOOD / DRINKS Dinuguan (Recommend) Tangy, slightly sour, and earthy -- classic Filipino black pudding stew with tender pork chunks. It's one of those dishes that's deeply traditional and packed with iron-rich flavor. If you're familiar with Filipino cuisine, this one hits the mark. Chicken Inasal (Recommend) Nicely charred and juicy grilled chicken with saucy flavors throughout. Simple, satisfying, and well-executed. Calamansi with Honey (Recommend) Sweet, citrusy, and refreshing. The calamansi gives it that bright Filipino citrus flavor, while the honey smooths everything out nicely. SERVICE Franco was great -- friendly and attentive without being overbearing. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Delicious food, solid variety, and a pleasant overall experience. I tend to be a tougher critic when it comes to Filipino food, but this place delivered. The dishes had good presentation, quality ingredients, and flavors that reflect Filipino provincial cooking. Props to the LA Rose Cafe team for continuing to honor Lemuel Balagot's legacy. Looking forward to coming back. #FilipinoFoodMovement #RepresentAZN TIPS * Check their website or IG for seasonal specials. * https://www.ft.com/content/9bfd3cc3-1d5f-4173-9e67-c4d942652382
Finally got to try LA Rose Cafe after seeing so many good videos about it on insta/tiktok and it did not disappoint. From the moment you walk in, it feels like you're entering your Lola's house with the cozy and design (it was so cute with Christmas decoration, especially) We came with a party of 6 and we were able to book a reservation for 11am on a Saturday. Service was kind and quick! We ordered: - Tapa Plate - Tocino Plate - Oxtail Kare-Kare - Sweet & Sour Sole Fish - Daing - 1/2 lb Buchon - sides of garlic rice for those who didn't get a plate Everything was delicious and felt so homey! My favorite was the Sweet & Sour Sole Fish bc it had a perfect tempura batter flake and came with 2 sauces (sweet and sour & a tempura like sauce). Folks who ordered individual plates said the tapa and tocino were also very good. I loved that the had different kinds of vinegar on the table (forgot to take a pic) There were so many things I wanted to try from the menu so I will definitely be back again, thank you!
Had Ginataang na Gulay with shrimp, and Shanghai Eggrolls. Both were very good, reminding me of my wife's cooking. Ordered delivery, and it arrived well packed, still hot, and good portions.
I'm sorry but me and my wife were disappointed when we came for brunch last Friday. Coming in here felt like being at our nanay's home; a traditional Filipino home with random stuff and paintings on the wall. Nothing against it, it was just slightly odd. Not to mention, the bathroom area was pretty dirty with sewer water on the tile floors from the rain, etc. it felt icky. As we sat down, it took a long while for us to order. Maybe because there was only one person? There was literally only one cook as well which slowed things down. As we ordered, they had ran out of Sisig which I really wanted to try; I wish they had warned us from the start or had a notice up so guests knew. When the food came out, I thought their "famous empanadas" were dry and bland. They were so pale and weren't baked correctly. These definitely needed their house hot sauce for more flavor and taste. These DID NOT taste well with their house made sweet mustard sauce. Their cebu style lechon tasted like regular lechon kawali and their longanisa was so cold and dry, we had to tell them to re cook it. They literally threw it back into the fryer and just over cooked it to where it was burnt. This was a bad experience for us and we'll not be coming back. To be Filipino, I'm a bit shocked that this place did not execute especially since there's not that many Filipino restaurants around. Not good.
I came with my partner and mother-in-law. We've been in the hunt to find authentic filipino food that reminds them of home. We all agreed after our meal, we would come back again to try their palabok! We also had their buchon with their homemade liver sauce--incredible btw. I forgot to take a photo, because we were busy eating. For my partner and his mom, the ambiance felt like they were back home in the Philippines. 10/10 recommend trying La Rose Cafe out.
Food was delicious! The owner and staff were attentive, polite and welcoming. Ambiance was nice and cozy. Great place for casual meals and special occasions. We had Miki bihon, dinuguan, daing Bangus, Buchon. Then we had halo-halo for dessert- it was decadent! It's loaded and enough to share for 4! We ordered empanadas to go as we were all full. Glad we did coz they're delectable!
Wow what an experience! I love this place so I chose it for my birthday celebration. I decided to try something new and have a traditional Filipino feast called a boodle where they lay all the food out down the center of a long table on banana leaves and everyone eats with their hands. Reminded me a little of a crab boil but so much more intricate! Everyone (there were 13 of us!) loved it including people who had never tried Filipino food, never tried eating with their hands and never attended a boodle! The staff treated us like very special guests and did everything to make sure my friends and I had an incredible experience. But it wasn't just about the welcoming staff and gorgeous presentation...the food was spectacular! My faves were the whole milk fish--some of the best, freshest fish I've ever had--the super crispy-skinned lechon, and the juicy grilled chicken! The pancit, garlic rice and lumpia were all standouts too! There was just so much incredible food that my friends all said they felt like we were having a royal feast à la Game of Thrones! And even though we were all ready to burst because everything was so tasty and abundant, we managed to eat the dessert because that was delicious too! I could not have had a better birthday. Thank you so much to all the staff and the chefs at L.A. Rose. I will continue to come back again and again!
Craving for bangsilog and decided to try La Rose -- and wow, it did not disappoint! The bangsilog was so yummy, and the longganisa was equally delicious. We finished off with their ensaymada for dessert, which was soft, buttery, and absolutely perfect. The restaurant has such a warm, classic vibe, and Gabriel was super sweet and attentive -- truly great service! Hands down, one of the best Filipino restaurants in the area. There's street parking available, and while the outside of the building could use a little tidying up, the restaurant itself is clean and well-kept inside. Definitely coming back soon!. Thank you!
2 days ago
I'm updating my review from 9 years ago because La Rose Café has definitely earned another mention. Over the last couple of months, I've been coming to La Rose pretty frequently, and honestly, it's because the food has been SO good. Everything tastes fresh, comforting, and made with care. The palabok is one of my favorites--the flavors are so satisfying and it's the kind of dish I find myself craving. The arroz caldo is pure comfort food; warm, hearty, and the kind of meal that genuinely warms the soul. The lumpiang sariwa is also delicious, with that fresh, light crunch that makes you want another bite. And the ginataang gulay has such a quality coconut milk--rich and savory without overpowering the vegetables. Oh oh their empanadas are amazing too! What I really appreciate is how fresh everything tastes. There's a comforting, homemade quality to the food that keeps bringing me back. Nine years later, and I'm still finding reasons to come back. If anything, my recent visits have made me appreciate La Rose even more. read more
Absolutely love this place! It's amazing to see a Filipino restaurant that has been serving the community for so many years and is still going strong. The restaurant itself is so cute and decorated so Homey. The sisig was amazing crispy we also got the beef tapa and it was really good. If you're craving authentic, delicious Filipino food, I highly recommend checking this place out. A true local gem that deserves all the love! read more
13 days ago
The food was flavorful and quickly served. The service was helpful. The decorations are a bit romantic. It was a nice place to eat on a Friday night. read more
LA Rose Cafe is Filipino restaurant with appetizers, specialties and desserts. Good amount of seating and should be able to accomodate large groups. The parking lot behind the restaurant is for Wendy's. Don't park there - only street parking. For the food: Stopped by LA Rose Cafe to pick up snacks for the Hollywood Bowl. I can only speak for the Shanghai Eggrolls and Flan Leche. Both delicious and I would go back to try their other dishes read more
3 months ago
Came in on Saturday around lunch time and got seated immediately. The ambiance of the restaurant was really nice. I loved the decor of the back of each seat with different kinds of birds! It was my first time trying this restaurant so with a group of 4, we were able to get a good spread of food. Definitely had to get the calamansi drink! It was so refreshing. The fried dishes such as the daing bangus, lumpia and buchon were hot and crispy. I liked the kare kare vegetables, i was never a fan of oxtail but liked the flavor of the stew. It was my first time trying pork sisig and I really liked it when it was hot and fresh. As time passed, I didnt like the texture. I thought the adobo was meh, Overall had a good time with filipino dishes with decently good prices! read more
The food here was absolutely delicious and definitely the highlight of our visit! Every dish was packed with authentic Filipino flavors. The sizzling sisig was savory and flavorful, and the tocino with garlic rice and eggs was perfectly cooked and so satisfying. You can tell a lot of care goes into the food. The drinks, however, were just okay. The mango smoothie had good mango flavor, but it mostly tasted like chunky ice mixed with mango juice rather than being smooth and creamy. It wasn't bad, but it didn't quite live up to the quality of the food. Overall, I'd absolutely come back for the amazing Filipino cuisine. If the smoothies were a bit creamier and more blended, the experience would be even better! read more
26 days ago
I see why this place has been here so long. The food is INCREDIBLE. Like, as soon as you have it you want to bring all your friends incredible. Walking in feels like you're at home. Everyone is friendly and smiling. Everything was amazing. I cannot wait to come back. read more
23 days ago
Wow just wow. 11/10 I dream about this place and the food! Def a must come but please be understanding of service when it is busy. There's parking meters around the area and it wasn't hard to find. We came on a Friday night though and it thankfully wasn't that busy. So much flavor all around! It was a nice, homey vibe inside which I enjoyed looking around. I highly recommend getting the garlic rice with the bistik. Tastes like home! read more
1 month ago
I've heard about this spot for a while. I was in the area and finally had a chance to check it out -- here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Welcome to Hollywood! It can get busy, but there's usually metered parking around the area if you're patient. Seating: Mostly indoor seating with room for around 50 people. Works well for both small and larger groups. Vibes: This isn't the flashy side of Hollywood, but it's still surrounded by plenty of lively spots and things to do. The restaurant itself feels like stepping into a Filipino American home -- a mix of Filipino cultural touches alongside European-style artwork and framed articles highlighting the restaurant's history and recognition. It gives the space a lived-in, personal feel. Great for a food adventure, meeting up with friends, or even settling in for a casual meal while getting some work done. FOOD / DRINKS Dinuguan (Recommend) Tangy, slightly sour, and earthy -- classic Filipino black pudding stew with tender pork chunks. It's one of those dishes that's deeply traditional and packed with iron-rich flavor. If you're familiar with Filipino cuisine, this one hits the mark. Chicken Inasal (Recommend) Nicely charred and juicy grilled chicken with saucy flavors throughout. Simple, satisfying, and well-executed. Calamansi with Honey (Recommend) Sweet, citrusy, and refreshing. The calamansi gives it that bright Filipino citrus flavor, while the honey smooths everything out nicely. SERVICE Franco was great -- friendly and attentive without being overbearing. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Delicious food, solid variety, and a pleasant overall experience. I tend to be a tougher critic when it comes to Filipino food, but this place delivered. The dishes had good presentation, quality ingredients, and flavors that reflect Filipino provincial cooking. Props to the LA Rose Cafe team for continuing to honor Lemuel Balagot's legacy. Looking forward to coming back. #FilipinoFoodMovement #RepresentAZN TIPS * Check their website or IG for seasonal specials. * https://www.ft.com/content/9bfd3cc3-1d5f-4173-9e67-c4d942652382 read more
Finally got to try LA Rose Cafe after seeing so many good videos about it on insta/tiktok and it did not disappoint. From the moment you walk in, it feels like you're entering your Lola's house with the cozy and design (it was so cute with Christmas decoration, especially) We came with a party of 6 and we were able to book a reservation for 11am on a Saturday. Service was kind and quick! We ordered: - Tapa Plate - Tocino Plate - Oxtail Kare-Kare - Sweet & Sour Sole Fish - Daing - 1/2 lb Buchon - sides of garlic rice for those who didn't get a plate Everything was delicious and felt so homey! My favorite was the Sweet & Sour Sole Fish bc it had a perfect tempura batter flake and came with 2 sauces (sweet and sour & a tempura like sauce). Folks who ordered individual plates said the tapa and tocino were also very good. I loved that the had different kinds of vinegar on the table (forgot to take a pic) There were so many things I wanted to try from the menu so I will definitely be back again, thank you! read more
2 months ago
Had Ginataang na Gulay with shrimp, and Shanghai Eggrolls. Both were very good, reminding me of my wife's cooking. Ordered delivery, and it arrived well packed, still hot, and good portions. read more
11 months ago
I'm sorry but me and my wife were disappointed when we came for brunch last Friday. Coming in here felt like being at our nanay's home; a traditional Filipino home with random stuff and paintings on the wall. Nothing against it, it was just slightly odd. Not to mention, the bathroom area was pretty dirty with sewer water on the tile floors from the rain, etc. it felt icky. As we sat down, it took a long while for us to order. Maybe because there was only one person? There was literally only one cook as well which slowed things down. As we ordered, they had ran out of Sisig which I really wanted to try; I wish they had warned us from the start or had a notice up so guests knew. When the food came out, I thought their "famous empanadas" were dry and bland. They were so pale and weren't baked correctly. These definitely needed their house hot sauce for more flavor and taste. These DID NOT taste well with their house made sweet mustard sauce. Their cebu style lechon tasted like regular lechon kawali and their longanisa was so cold and dry, we had to tell them to re cook it. They literally threw it back into the fryer and just over cooked it to where it was burnt. This was a bad experience for us and we'll not be coming back. To be Filipino, I'm a bit shocked that this place did not execute especially since there's not that many Filipino restaurants around. Not good. read more
2 months ago
I came with my partner and mother-in-law. We've been in the hunt to find authentic filipino food that reminds them of home. We all agreed after our meal, we would come back again to try their palabok! We also had their buchon with their homemade liver sauce--incredible btw. I forgot to take a photo, because we were busy eating. For my partner and his mom, the ambiance felt like they were back home in the Philippines. 10/10 recommend trying La Rose Cafe out. read more
2 months ago
Food was delicious! The owner and staff were attentive, polite and welcoming. Ambiance was nice and cozy. Great place for casual meals and special occasions. We had Miki bihon, dinuguan, daing Bangus, Buchon. Then we had halo-halo for dessert- it was decadent! It's loaded and enough to share for 4! We ordered empanadas to go as we were all full. Glad we did coz they're delectable! read more
3 days ago
Wow what an experience! I love this place so I chose it for my birthday celebration. I decided to try something new and have a traditional Filipino feast called a boodle where they lay all the food out down the center of a long table on banana leaves and everyone eats with their hands. Reminded me a little of a crab boil but so much more intricate! Everyone (there were 13 of us!) loved it including people who had never tried Filipino food, never tried eating with their hands and never attended a boodle! The staff treated us like very special guests and did everything to make sure my friends and I had an incredible experience. But it wasn't just about the welcoming staff and gorgeous presentation...the food was spectacular! My faves were the whole milk fish--some of the best, freshest fish I've ever had--the super crispy-skinned lechon, and the juicy grilled chicken! The pancit, garlic rice and lumpia were all standouts too! There was just so much incredible food that my friends all said they felt like we were having a royal feast à la Game of Thrones! And even though we were all ready to burst because everything was so tasty and abundant, we managed to eat the dessert because that was delicious too! I could not have had a better birthday. Thank you so much to all the staff and the chefs at L.A. Rose. I will continue to come back again and again! read more
Craving for bangsilog and decided to try La Rose -- and wow, it did not disappoint! The bangsilog was so yummy, and the longganisa was equally delicious. We finished off with their ensaymada for dessert, which was soft, buttery, and absolutely perfect. The restaurant has such a warm, classic vibe, and Gabriel was super sweet and attentive -- truly great service! Hands down, one of the best Filipino restaurants in the area. There's street parking available, and while the outside of the building could use a little tidying up, the restaurant itself is clean and well-kept inside. Definitely coming back soon!. Thank you! read more
A while back, I saw a video of a grip of gen z Fil-Ams talking about how this was their go to spot for Filipino foods. A lot of them said they fux with the sinigang. Color me confused because I had never heard of her. What rock have I been living under that I'd never heard of this place? So, early one Saturday, I pulled up with my sister from another mister to get our breakfast on. First of all, tell me why they're basically down the street from me. They've been around as long as I've been alive and not once had I been. Truly a shock considering my commitment with never making food at home. I stay eating outside. There was only one other group of diners while we were there. A family of 4 who were seated in the back room. We ended up being seated in the area facing Fountain. My first comment was how I felt like I was at my Lola's house because the decor was giving Lola vibes, in the best way. I felt like I was home. My friend got the laing meal and I got the tocino. We also got a side order of the sweet & spicy longanisa. Broooooooooooooo That food was wow. I'm gonna say it again - it tasted like home. Down to the fixins on the table like vinegar and suchas. I appreciated all the little touches. We ate so much yet still had so much leftovers. Their portion size was crazy. We would've been good with just one meal and another protein a la carte. We also got a small bowl of their arroz caldo. Let me tell you something, a single tear legit went down my left cheek. That tasted like what my mom made for me when she was still with us. The memories that came flooding back took me on a rollercoaster of emotions. We did order their famous empanada that never came. We had to remind our server that he never dropped it off. I'm not sure why he didn't double check if we still wanted them which we did. We would've obviously paid for them. Despite that they're getting all the stars from me because the food was fire and their drinks were 10/10. I got the Maria Clara. They also allow two free refills so that's a double win. I'm about to pull up every weekend. Take all my monies. read more
Ivan craving some really good chicken adobo for a long time as my cousins are Filipino and I only got good adobo at their house when Mom made it. Well if you eat here, Mama will make it for you too! It was a very generous portion of dark meat chicken in a really nice adobo sauce. It came with some grilled vegetables and a big heaping bowl of white rice. Not a tiny little bowl of white rice but old school two decades ago amount. And then the price can't be beat. My whole meal which I was full at the end was 19 dollars and 95 cents. And they do a really good job of giving you some flavored water that's included. With mint and lemon. Just really nice touches. The decor is amazing, you feel like you're tita's living room and eating at her kitchen. Highly recommended. read more
6 months ago
Such a cute restaurant. Friendly servers and good Filipino food. Excellent brunch place. Street parking only. read more
cool experience shoutout elise and all the filipinos xD can get very messy and chaotic but it's fun sharing family style and eating with ma hands like a true southeast asian keke food wise it was sooo yommy especially the lechon, garlic rice, crispy fried fish, as well as the bangus with vinegar, etc. the shrimp and veggies were okay to me since they're just sautéed. the dessert halo-halo was sweetening and a satisfying way to end the meal too. read more
6 months ago
Tried this place for the first time with friends earlier today. I ordered Sinigang na Bangus (Milkfish) with garlic rice and I thought it was really good. I felt comforted by the sourness of the Sinigang soup after feeling stressed about my final exam. My friends ordered Tapsilog and Tocilog (tapa and tocino with garlic fried rice) and I was able to try them. The tapa was alright, but the tocino was very delicious. I liked how the tocino wasn't fatty at all. I would recommend the Sinigang and Tocilog to other friends/my family. The service was great. Our server was nice and accommodated us quickly when we needed something. The wait time for the food we ordered wasn't so bad. I also liked the ambiance of the restaurant because it felt like I was inside a family friend's house, which was unique to me. The food is a little on the pricier side for Filipino food, but overall I had a great experience dining here. read more
I'll rate it 3.5. I Visited with my daughter as I was craving Filipino food. Restaurant on corner not much of a curbside appeal. Greeted by a waiter/host. The place was bigger than I thought . High ceilings with a piano. Decorated ornately - Filipino style. We waited awhile to give our order. I ad to call another waiter to let them know we were ready to order. We ordered the 1/2 lb lechon combo plate and pancit palabok. Sizes were reasonable for price.There were 2 of us and it filled us up. They provided infused lemon cucumber water. I really enjoyed the vinegary sauce on the table over the hot tomato sauce. The stirfry veggies on combo plate was like it came from A frozen bag. The garlic rice flavorful. The lechon so-so( too Hard and dry) but enjoyed the sauce that came with. We both enjoyed the palabok with shrimp. . We didn't order any dessert but the halo halo bowl was huge /colorful and looked like it could serve 4 . people! I'll come next time for the dessert. People were nice and polite. But, service was slow. Slow to put in order and to get our check. The bathroom needs an update! It's old and unclean Only street parking and had a difficult time to find one on a Sunday afternoon. read more
8 months ago
The Sisig was good! The presentation of the food was well done, the food comes out nice & hot, the drink options are right on par for a Filipino restaurant. The Calamansi juice wasn't too bland or too sweet, it was just right. The server was very good about coming out to check on us and asking if we needed anything and removing anything that no longer needed to be on the table. The outdoor seating was a nice touch to complete the experience for a nice lunch in LA! read more
so delicious! one of best filipino restaurants in la. we ordered the lumpia, tocino, and chicken adobo. all amazing and so good! i need to come back for more. the service was just a bit slow, trying to get a servers attention was hard. read more
True hole in the wall! It doesn't look like much from the outside, but once you step inside you do get transported to a different cozy traditional yet modern feel. We were in the area and the husband was craving Filipino food. I've also always wanted to try crispy pata. LA Rose Cafe was the closest that popped up and we decided to just try it out and uhm!! Wow. This is real homestyle cooking with the flair. Everything was so good but of course the star of the show was the crispy pata. Tender juicy meat inside, yet crispy flaky light skin! They have all the table sauces with vinegar of course, and a special hot sauce it tasted like. Loved them all. The sizzling sisig was also one of the better that we've had. Flavors were balanced, not too fatty, retained its textures! Wish we could have ordered more to try but it was just the two of us. I'd really like to bring my dad up here so he can try the crispy pata. read more
This is my first time trying authentic Filipino food and I loved it! My friend and I got seated right away, service was fantastic. We stayed back for a while to catch up after paying and we weren't rushed to leave. Street parking only. There are a lot in the neighborhood. If you're lucky, you might catch someone leaving and you can get a spot just right outside the restaurant. Starting off with drinks both the calamansi juice and mango juice were great. The taste of the mango juice reminded me of Langers. The dinuguan was surprisingly my favorite. It's so hearty and pairs so well with rice. The empanadas were alright, it was a bit dry. However, the honey mustard sauce that comes with it is soo good! It definitely elevates the experience and adds that tangy flavor to each bite. We needed veggies too so we ordered the lumpiang sariwa. It was alright, I wan't a fan of it. Pinangat was amazing too. It's with a mix of flavors from salty savory, umami, and sour. read more
I was in the mood for some Filipino food and found this place. I ordered a lot of food and it was all tasty. The ambiance made me feel like I was at home and also the service was super friendly! Best way to put it, the food felt like home cooked food by your parents. Most definitely worth it! read more
2 years ago
LA Rose Cafe is definitely an experience - considering it opened in 1982, it really feels like taking a time capsule into the past. Walking in, it looks almost as if it was formerly someone's house - or maybe an antique shop - that's been converted into a restaurant. There are multiple non-functional doors, what looks like an antique piano in the dining area, various antique - and most interestingly, the bathroom (watch your step going in/out!) has a non functional shower inside. My friend had been wanting to try kamayan - a Filipino communal meal - for over a year, and LA Rose Cafe offers a great selection for pretty great value (as of now, it's 55 dollars per person)! The only catch: you need to come with at least 6 people, and you eat with your hands. No, kamayan is technically not all you can eat - the server puts all the food on the banana leaves at the start of the meal, and then you just go at it. That being said, it might as well be all you can eat, because the portions per person were insane - by the time we finished eating, our table was still completely filled with food. This meant that we were able to get to-go boxes, and pretty much everyone took home 1-2 boxes worth of food home. I normally like to break down things item by item in my reviews, but the sheer quantity of food (many which I'm not entirely familiar with) makes that a bit too daunting of a task. That being said, my favorites were the perfectly caramelized barbecue pork, the crispy lechon, the juicy barbecue chicken, the tender grilled vegetables, and strangely... the mango slices - firm yet sweet. That being said, there were a few misses: the fried fish was pretty dry, the dried fish was really salty, and the grilled shrimp had amazing flavor and was juicy inside the shell, but the meat itself was dry. That being said, given the quantity of the food and that everything is being served and prepared at once, it's not too surprising that not everything is going to be as good as if it were prepared fresh as an individual entrée. Overall, though not perfect, the food was overall pretty good. Overall, doing kamayan at LA Rose Cafe is definitely a unique experience that will definitely impress (if nothing for the sheer quantity and spread of food) and I would recommend people give it a try, even if just for the novelty of it. read more
1 year ago
This place feels like home, inviting - ambiance is nice. Food was delicious and presented nicely. We had a late Filipino breakfast - the cebuchon and jeprox both with sinangag and eggs. -The cebuchon was perfectly crisp, moist, and flavorful. This was accompanied by homemade liver sauce and I think it was a soy/vinegar sauce. -The jeprox came with so many crispy whole pieces that I was surprised. I didn't expect that many! It was enough for breakfast the following day. -The Kare-kare (yes, for breakfast ) was very good as well. Good balance of meat and fat in the oxtails and perfectly cooked veggies. I would've preferred a deeper flavor but it was really good nonetheless. The bagoong was really good but a bit on the sweeter side. -Coffee could more full-bodied. -The vinegar is readily available at the table. I found it on the sweet side though. -Last but not least, our server was attentive and polite. Nothing like Filipino hospitality. -Street parking only. It can be a bit challenging depending on the time of day. (Please see my photos. Sorry, didn't get the menu.) read more
I had a great lunch with some of my family here last Sunday. I've never been to L.A. Rose Cafe even though it was established in 1982. There was about a 20 minute wait for our party of four. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. We were seated in a room that had a grand piano and some homey furniture that reminded me of being in my Lola's house in the P.I. Upon the recommendation of our waitress, we started with their "famous" chicken empanadas and they were indeed delicious; don't miss out on these. I love Filipino breakfast at any time of day, so I had my heart set on having their tapsilog (tapa, garlic fried rice, and fried egg), BUT they didn't have tapa that day. So, my second choice was the Chicken Inasal (bbq-style chicken with garlic fried rice and fried eggs). This was so flavorful and satisfying. My cousin had the Sinigang, a soup that I grew up eating, too, so having some of it was so comforting. I don't eat Filipino food at restaurants very often because I have found it to be disappointing since no one cooks better than my mom or other family members. HOWEVER, L.A. Rose Cafe delivered, so I would definitely return. read more
I've been going here for years (since I was a child)! They have a wonderful variety of options, options you grew up with as a kid. You can't go wrong with ANYTHING you order. Portions are good and family style. Cozy atmosphere with good vibes only. Great for big parties and they also do private events, BOODLE FIGHTS, etc. A MUST try for anyone! 10 out of 10 for me!! read more
6 months ago
We've been here today and all I can say is masarap! Everything we ate tastes back home . The experience was like your lola or nanay made it for special family weekend lunch. Definitely a must try in LA. read more
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2 years ago
Came here for authentic filipino food that lived up to the reviews! The inside had a homey feel like I was eating at my aunt's house while the service was still very warm. The buchon plate was the best because of the garlic rice and the pork, while the lumpia balanced it with a little sweetness from the sauce and freshness of the veggies! read more
1 year ago
Hosted a kamayan feast/boodle fight at LA Rose Cafe for this year's birthday, and it was a blast. Thank you to Ray and the staff at LA Rose Cafe for making it a memorable event for my guests. First, I made the reservation for 20 people about a month in advance. Depending on the RSVPs, I was considering buying out the restaurant, which they told me I could decide up to a week before the event date. Fortunately, we were able to seat everyone in the back room. Although the lone restroom was through this room, it still felt private enough for our party. The kamayan menu is pre-set from appetizer to dessert, but you have the option of ordering additional dishes. There is plenty of food on the pre-set menu, so the only add-ons we had were pitchers of calamansi juice. Presentation was lovely. While all the food was tasty, I received rave reviews for their empanadas I knocked off a star for lack of parking (only metered street parking is available, which can be a pain for out-of-town guests depending on the time of day) and charging for two children at adult prices (I paid in cash and settled the bill after the event; I didn't realize/report the discrepancy until after I'd returned home). read more
1 year ago
LA Rose Cafe is an absolute gem and one of the most authentic Filipino dining experiences I have ever had. The space feels traditional, cozy, and homey, almost like eating in someone's living room, which gives it so much charm. The food was phenomenal. I tried the buchon which came out perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, and the longanisa was outstanding with that signature sweet and savory kick. The garlic rice tied everything together beautifully, and the two eggs over easy on top made the whole plate feel complete. I also got to try the sans rival, which I really enjoyed. It had layers with a firm crunch rather than a spongey cake texture, and it reminded me of a white chocolate dessert with a unique twist. On top of the food, the service was warm and welcoming, and the Thai tea was a fun addition. At eight dollars you actually get two refills, so three servings total, which felt like a nice perk. Between the authenticity, the incredible dishes, and the inviting atmosphere, LA Rose Cafe is an unforgettable spot I cannot recommend enough. read more
8 months ago
This place was highly recommended by my husband. Interior is nice, love the "old feel" Food is a -5. Beef steak is way too salty. I mentioned this to the waiter who just pretended he didn't hear me pinabet is also salty (even tho it's cooked with bagoong) but still way too salty. I will not come back nor will I recommend this place! read more
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4749 Fountain Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90029
East Hollywood
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Is there parking?
There is no designated parking. There are street metered parking.
Where can I get info on your catering services?
Call the restaurant and talk to the owner. I believe his name is Lem. They do a lot of catering.
Do they cater? If they do is full service including linens and china available?
We cater all events weddings birthdays pls call we do all needs and cuisines including China linen
Is the tocino made without the colors and preservatives?
No preservatives colors yes we Can make to see you know without color up and request a few days before needed as far as preservatives we only use the sugar and salt to preserve the meat which is part of the curing Thank you for inquiring
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