The sun came out as we finished eating, and we thought we ascended to heaven with how good the food was. If it's crowded, be prepared for a wait, but it's definitely worth it. It's a family owned Filipino spot, and boy does it hit the spot. I recommend splitting these dishes because our team of four could not handle a dish by themselves. The ube pancakes are definitely worth it, and make sure to grab all the syrup for your slices!! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Combo silog - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Went to Seattle for a day trip with my coworker. We decided to come here, I had orginally book marked it as a place to go when in Seattle. You would need to place an order first before you are seated. My coworker and I shared the food which was perfect. The restaurant is slightly spacious. It can be a little over stimulating due to so much decorations throughout the restaurant. The food was delicious we the combo silog, to try a little bit of everything. The bistek had a good marinated flavor. Everything tasted delicious. I wanted to try their Ube pancakes but they only serve them I believe on Sunday's. (It says Friday-Sundays). Should you try Ludi's? Yes, you definitely should. I would definitely come back! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Bistek - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ludi's has been in biz 90 yrs, and altho they have changed locations a few times, they still offer serious Mabuhay on a plate in DT Seattle. I had the combo silog (lumpia, pork chop, longanisa, Ilocos sausage, eggs, garlic rice and kamatis (tomatoes). I also split a side of corned beef (not pictured) w/ mija and a female rellie (they shared a combo silog). The food was a definite smash!!!!! The pork chop was tender, and went well with the homemade vinegar & garlic sauce. The long lumpia shanghai was GBD, and also went well with the sauce. The longanisa had a texture that reminded me of childhood, and the Ilocos sausage (that is less fatty), was a nice contrast. Lastly, the savory corned beef was a good way to finish the big portion of garlic rice. I def needed a nap after this meal. Regarding the ambiance, its a small, casual place that holds 50. You order at the front, and your food is brought to you quickly. There were a lot of Flip clients, but there were also a fair number of non-Flip clients. Many of the clients looked like regulars. The staff is super nice, and they play Hawaiian reggae in the background. All in all, an awesome experience in DT Seattle. There's a reason Ludi's is on Yelp's Top 100 list. I have a trip booked in Oct to SEA, and I'm glad my hotel is very close to Ludi's. read more

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Everyone always recommends this spot! My friend said she had gone at 7:40am on a weekend and the wait was an hour so she suggested getting there right at open if not a bit earlier. It was still a bit of a wait but they get you in and out quickly. The specials are much more authentic and I wouldn't recommend eating it unless you know what it is. Since Sisig was on the menu, I had to order it along with their version of the Arnold Palmer but with calamansi. The Sisig was much more traditional, made with cartilage. It was good but could've been more flavorful. They did have lots of sauces that you could add to your meal. I also got lumpia. Just okay but they are pretty big. Most of my favorite lumpia are the ones my aunt makes! Overall, the flavors were a bit more muted than what I'm used to. I'm happy to see a Filipino restaurant that's popular and I would come all the time if I lived in town to support my culture. The ube pancakes were the star of the show though! Not overly sweet when you pour the entire sauce on top. I ordered a single to share with my friend. It's only served on weekends but I'd go back for only that! Seating is interesting since you may be sharing a table with people you don't know. Great way to make friends with your table mates! I do love the decor here. The window showcases some iconic Filipino brands my mom gets at the grocery. They also had a few parols, normally hung around Christmas time. I always love seeing those! read more

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What a great first meal in Seattle! Visiting from California. This resto was recommended so I had to give it a try. Saw a line, which for me was a good sign. Came here on a Thursday around 11am. Line moved quickly. We were inside and seated in under 30 mins. Know what you want because you order first before sitting down. You can feel the culture with the interior decor. I felt at home with the workers and servers. Food came out quick. I ordered the Combo plate which came with garlic rice, egg, two types of longanisa and fried pork - it was more than enough food, but I had to get a regular single pancake since the ube ones are only served on the Fri - Sun. The pancakes were fluffy, had a mochi like texture. Really good. I wish I knew there was a sauce/condiments station. I was too hungry to ask nor look for it but there is one that's behind one of the pillars. It would've elevated my meal for sure. I ordered myself a drink as well. It hit the spot while having brunch. If you're visiting the area, make sure to stop by. A fusion breakfast worth experiencing. Maybe it was a fluke but around 12:30pm there was no line. read more

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Always a line on the weekend but the kindness and joy Tito Greg and his whole team has makes it all worth it. We went for a friend's birthday brunch and we were even surprised with ube pancakes for her! The food brings back a nostalgia from childhood seeing all the joy and heart being put into every dish they make. Such an amazing atmosphere! You line up to order at front. Before you sit down, you'll already pay for your food! read more

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Absolutely loved Ludi's!! We were visiting seattle for the weekend and I knew i wanted to try this place after seeing videos of the ube pancakes! Listen to the reviews, there WILL be a wait on the weekends... but it is worth it!!! we queued up for about 45 minutes at around 9am on a Sunday. Once you arrive inside you order at the front counter. We had warm & friendly service from the moment we stepped in. We ordered a full stack of the ube pancakes, the combo rice silog plate & then an extra side of beef lumpia and garlic rice. Once we were seated, the food came out pretty quick and we all fell in love. Every single bite was delicious and you can taste the love put into each dish. The ube pancakes lived up to the hype! not too sweet, perfect texture, and a flavor that was so perfect. The combo plate was amazing and I could eat a ton of their lumpia. Ambiance is homey and comfy, with photos all over the walls and a lively atmosphere. The owner himself came to chat with us about the food. We saw him walking around and being present with plenty of customers and that added a very special touch. he even gave us a magnet souvenir to take home. I will definitely be going back next time i'm in seattle and cannot recommend enough! read more

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I had Ludi's restaurant bookmarked for a while because I kept hearing great things about their Filipino food, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The restaurant itself has a warm atmosphere. They're opened for breakfast and lunch only, and they serve all-dat breakfast which gives you different options. I was hoping to try the ube pancakes, but I found out that they're only available from Friday - Sunday. So, I ordered the combo-silog from the rice is life section. It comes with one pork chop, one longanisa, one lumpia, two eggs, and garlic rice. Everything was flavorful, cooked well, and filling. It was a great way to sample several Filipino favorites on one plate. One thing to note is that you order and pay upfront before being seated, which I assume helps with service and prevent dine and dashers. Overall, I had a great experience and can see why Ludi's has such rave reviews. read more

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Words cannot do Ludi's justice. Just go. The happiest atmosphere. The best food. The best vibes. Friendliest service. Expect the line. Embrace the line. It will be worth it. read more

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This place was at the top of my eating list for Seattle. Numerous visits to Pike Place & there was always a line. When we got there, there was a line but we really didn't wait too long. We really wanted ube pancakes, but unfortunately its only on weekends. You order at the counter, I got the Ilocos Silog which came with longanisa sausage, garlic fried rice, & eggs, with tomatoes & vinegar on the side. Ohhh my savory taste buds were so excited. Poured the tomato & vinegar on the rice, ooo the perfect combo with that garlic rice. Funny enough, my Filipino boyfriend got pancakes,bacon, & eggs. Pancakes were good as well, but we really wanted to come back on the weekend. Sooo good, go check them out. It's worth the wait. We'll be back! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My friend took me here when I was visiting Seattle, and I left with a Ube pancake magnet. Their ube pancakes are to die for!! The restaurant is family owned, and it felt very loved and lived in. I could see all the love that went into making this restaurant and I can see why it is such a loved spot. There's so many people waiting to come in and eat at this spot. I waited in line for almost an hour, and I usually don't like to wait for my food, but this place is worth it. Their service was perfect and they made sure to check in on us. When you walk in, you order and then you are placed at a table. Shortly after you do get your food and I didn't wait too long for my meal. To be honest, I'm writing this review late. It's been a few months, but I'm still dreaming about that Ube pancake. Since it's brunch time, it was quite busy on a Saturday afternoon, but it was lively and heartwarming to be amongst people that were enjoying the food and the environment. I can't wait to go back as I stare at my magnet from California! read more

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All I can say is wow! One of the best restaurants in Seattle for sure. Now I am going to tell you a few secrets about eating here. 1. If you want to skip the lines order online and eat with a view of the water 2. Online it says you can't order the ube pancakes but you can if you put in the notes you want them. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Ube Pancakes - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We arrived at 6:55am on a Saturday and there was already a line of people inside ordering, and we were front of the line outside. So they were busy already but we were able to get seated so fast. We ordered before we were seated and food arrived super fast. Everything was delicious!!! One of the best places I've had ube pancakes, and trust me... I've had ube pancakes from a couple of places now! I also ordered longsilog and I can truly say that my dishes tasted like a home cooked meal and true authentic Filipino food. The paroles were so beautiful and pictures everywhere on the walls were so cute. I love that it felt so welcoming and inviting. Tito Greg was sooooo sweet, greeting everyone and checking how their food was. I wish I ordered more food, but we were so full. I even left my green backpack and they held it for me until I returned. I definitely want to come back if we ever visit Seattle! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Longsilog - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Worth the wait! Service is amazing and the staff are so attentive. All the dishes are super flavorful . The sisig just happened to be on the special menu for the day and so glad we got to try it. Only thing is that the lechon had a bit of that swine taste to it but other than that everything was perfect! The inside has a cozy and homely feel to it. read more

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We love really good Filipino food. Some places disappoint, but this place definitely did not. You can tell by the long line. We would definitely come back!! The line was long, but once inside, we were ready to order. Ambiance is definitely casual. Customer service is great. I'm VERY picky about my ube. I was SO HAPPY that the ube pancake did not disappoint. We were so full!! I'm glad that we shared the pancake. The breakfast was so yummy!! The garlic rice was a little disappointing though. Not enough garlic. We definitely brought our leftovers back to our Airbnb. The owner was very nice!! He even gave us a free dessert!! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We were super excited to try Ludi's after hearing rave reviews and woke up super early on a Saturday morning. The line moved pretty fast and we got a table in 30 mins. The ambience is very eclectic with tons of photos and decor. I would say, the ambience definitely has a unique character. We found it strange that we had to place an order for the food and pay for the food even before sitting down at the table. Once we ordered, the food arrives relatively quickly. Overall, the food was average. We ordered veggie silog, beef silog, chicken and ube pancakes. The eggs we got were undersalted and the proportion of rice was way more than the lumpia and meat. The Ube panacakes however were amazing! They were creamy and drenched in the delicious Ube sauce. Overall, I would just be back for the pancakes. read more

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I came to Ludi's for breakfast to see what all the hype was about and why there's always such a long line. I'd heard it was Filipino breakfast food, so I decided to go on a weekday after a staff member mentioned there's no wait then. To be safe, I placed my order online ahead of time. That turned out to be a smart move -- when I arrived, the place was packed and there were still two people in line. This is at 7:30am :| I ordered the Combo Silog to try a variety of things. I couldn't find the highly recommended ube pancake on the weekday menu. I later learned that it's only available on weekends, so I'll definitely have to come back for that. The combo came with a pork chop, two eggs cooked to your choice, two types of sausage, a silog with beef filling, and garlic rice. I also added a side of fried chicken. The pork chop and fried chicken were the highlights for me -- both had a thin, crispy batter that tasted great. I ordered my eggs over easy, and they were cooked perfectly: soft, but not too runny. The rest of the plate was solid, though nothing else especially stood out. I did wish substitutions were allowed, but the menu makes it clear they aren't. Overall, Ludi's definitely knows how to cook. The food feels like a tasty fusion of Asian and American breakfast comfort food, and it's hearty enough to keep you full for hours. I ended up skipping lunch. I'd absolutely recommend it, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try the ube pancake. read more

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Ludi's will forever be a go-to spot for not just their delicously home-cooked Filipino dishes, but for the cultural warmth we feel from the staff and environment. Every week, this restaraunt gains traction from new and returning customers, including my friend and I! So, if you want to avoid waiting in the long line to try this spot out, make sure you get there early! - *Lechon Kawali ($24.00) *Loco Moco ($22.00) *Ube Pancake Solo ($11.00) *Lilikoi Iced Tea ($4.00) - If you have not tried Filipino food before, the dishes typically have a vinegary essence to them, in which the rice provides a balance. The dishes are large and worth the money, and the owner of the restaurant (unko) enjoys having conversations with all who stop by to his home, greeting and treating everyone like a big family. read more

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We heard about this place and it did not disappoint. There was quite a line, but it went through quickly. Their service was quick and you had to order when they checked you in. Overall, the food was good. I got the combination platter along with the pancakes. The ambience was cute. Little shop with memorabilia. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We came on the weekend specially for the ube pancake, which is only available on weekends. We ended up waiting about 45 mins just to place our place. The process here is a little different: once a table opens up, they let you order and pay at the entrance before seating you. After ordering, it took about another 10mins for our food to arrive (that's quick already). Ube Pancake - I like that you can order either a full stack or just s single pancake. The presentation was beautiful, and the pancake itself was fluffy and delicious Oxtail Silog - This wasn't on the regular menu but was listed as today's special. It ended up being the highlight of our visit. It comes with two eggs and garlic rice. Incredibly tender! Combo Silog - This gives you a little bit of everything. The pork chop had good flavor but was unfortunately a bit dry. The longanisa and llocos longanisa were both savory and garlicky. My favorite was the lumpia on the plate. Also comes with two eggs and garlic rice. Butter Mochi - It wasn't bad, but I think something may have gone wrong with this batch because it was super mushy. Either underbaked, too much liquid, or the ratio tot the flour was just isn't right. Overall, the food was very good but not phenomenal enough for me to wait over an hour again. A smarter option would be to call ahead, place a takeout order, and enjoy it by the waterfront. read more

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I wanted to know what all the hype was about these "Ube paneckes" I'm not a big fan of ube. (Apparently this trip has made me one!) You can only get the Friday, sat and sun! So we were the first ones there! It was a windy day so the owners dad (the one who started it all) invited us in. He is adorable!! The nicest, he comes over and checks on you the entire time you are there. You pay when you arrive, they seat you and your food comes out pretty fast. We got the ube pancakes and first bite was OMG!!! Totally worth the hype! I wish I old take them home! So good! Worth waiting in the long line for. It's a fun experience. It's a fun family vibe and clean, such a cute place. read more

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Ube pancakes: so flavorful and the texture was slightly mochi esque - phenomenal Combo silog: pork chop and lumpia 10/10, sausages 7/10, little salad pico de gillo magi sauce delicious read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Combo silog - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The oh so iconic Ludi's right on Pike. I was so excited for this meal as a huge fan of Filipino food. Even though I wanted to try their classic Ube pancakes, I did not have the willpower to wake up early enough on a weekend to make it happen but I still had an amazing time. We got seated very quickly and all the staff were amazing. They were so attentive and kind. They really make you feel taken care of and at home. The interior design was also very homey with a lot of knicknacks and memorabilia adorning the place. For food, we ordered the pork adobo and lechon porridge specials. Both were out of this world. The pork was cooked perfectly and was so tender and fell apart in your mouth. The sauce was vinegary and sour just as I like it and the garlic rice paired perfectly with it. The lechon was also cooked to perfection with a nice crisp and soft chewy inside. The porridge was so warm and comforting on a cold seattle morning. One of my favorite meals of the trip and I will definitely be coming back for the ube pancakes. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I have been seeing this place all over social media and I get the hype. We went on the weekday so it wasn't as busy as the weekends but no ube pancakes sadly. I got the combo plate and omg the portion was huge and it was so good. There is a sauce bar too where you can get some spice to pair with your meal. The lumpia was sooo good!! This was my first time trying philippine food and I'm so happy to have this place as my first!! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ludi's is one of those places that's well worth the popularity. We stopped by while in downtown Seattle and had a great meal from start to finish. The food was delicious, comforting, and full of flavor--it really hit the spot. I opt for the Fried Chicken silog and my wife ordered the Lumpia Silog. What made the experience even more memorable was the hospitality. The owner was there, took the time to chat with guests, and was incredibly kind. As a nice surprise, he even treated us to complimentary turon, which was such a thoughtful gesture and a perfect way to end the meal. It's little moments like that that make a restaurant stand out. Great food, warm hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere make Ludi's an easy recommendation for anyone visiting downtown Seattle. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town. read more

I've been here a few times and man it's delicious! Be ready to wait outside in line until a table opens up. When you get to the register, you order first, and then they will give you a table to sit at. The owner is always walking around and greeting people. He's so caring. The ube pancakes are sooo good! Beware they are HUGE! The pancakes are fluffy and come with a ton of ube sauce. The sisig breakfast was delicious! The garlic fried rice was so tasty, the sisig cooked and caramelized. I love the piece of fruit they add to the plate once you're done eating all the savory stuff on your plate. The lumpia was also very delicious! The sausage was also really delicious! read more

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We had a smooth, chill, and delicious experience for our first time here. I'd had this on my list for the longest time but wanted to avoid the lines. We decided to head over here at 8 am on a Sunday, and there was STILL a line. Thankfully, the wait for us that early morning was only about 15 mins, but upon our walk out after eating, we noticed the line was nearly halfway down the block. Some people must have waited closer to an hour. Maybe show up as early as you can in the morning if you don't want to wait too long. We ordered the Corned Beef Silog, Combo Silog, and the Ube Pancake stack. The stack might look like a little, but even sharing it, we got really full. Those pancakes are DELICIOUS. Just make sure not to run out of the Ube syrup, or the pancakes themselves will be a little dry. We made that mistake, but the pancakes alone were still tasty. Highly recommend if you like taro-ish flavor or want something sweet. The food overall was delicious, it was about my second time trying lumpia and omg sooo good. One of the servers was kind enough to explain to us which part of the Philippines each of the sausages in the combo plate originates from. One was from the Northern part of the Philippines (think it's the Ilocos sausage, reddish color) and the other one was the classic longanisa. I got a calamansi juice and ommmgggg sooo delicious, I had never had it before, and now I've gotta figure out how to buy some to enjoy at home. The servers were all friendly and attentive, and the place itself was clean and inviting, with lots of nods to Filipino culture and the family that runs the restaurant. Highly recommend if you're looking for a good-quality, hearty Filipino breakfast. Depending on what you get, be prepared for a food coma afterward! read more

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Yum. Truly worth the hype and the line. The ube pancake was so tasty, decadent, and fluffy. I recommend getting one (two gals split one) instead of a stack because while it's so good, it's big and it's kind of like eating cake for breakfast. We also shared the combo silog which was a great way to sample more of the menu. I enjoyed the garlic rice and ilocos especially. The diner feels so cozy and homey - old photos of the owner and customers and magnets his guests left are a nice touch. Friendly and attentive service despite the busyness. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Ube pancake and combo silog - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Made a stop at Ludi's for lunch after a hike. I've never not seen a line here during open hours and have only known about their ube pancakes. We waited a bit over an hour in line. You order at the front before being seated which means food arrives shortly after sitting down. With that noted, I wouldn't return to wait that long. First visit, to try a relatively famous spot, sure. Inside is a bit tight, but conversation can be had. My friends got the lumpia-silog and bistek-silog. Lumpia was tasty, but not particularly outstanding. Bistek was dry. The beef was tough to chew, seasoned alright on the outside but likely overcooked if not old. I opted for the oxtail silog which was delicious but pricey. Oxtail Silog - for $29, this plate definitely gets a double take. After waiting in the hour line, I figured I should commit for a tasty meal. Oxtail comes in a side bowl alongside a bit of hearty broth which the rice absorbs well. Meat is tender, falls off the bone, but pulling around oxtail bones isn't the simplest, so definitely have to bite around crevices. All in all, this plate was delicious but think it comes with a huge tourist tax I've had better value for oxtail plates. Ube Pancake Stack - four sizeable pancakes. Some pictures, including my own, don't do these justice. I can definitely get behind the hype. They're drenched in a rich ube sauce and there's plenty to go around. Honestly the ube flavor is present on the pancakes, but it feels relatively faint because the sauce is extremely sweet and flavorful, minimizing the pancake taste and expanding the gap between flavors. That being said, I think I would enjoy the pancakes with less sauce (or preferably, on the side). read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Ube Pancakes - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ludi's was such a good stop for us while in Seattle. We ordered the stack of ube pancakes and the combo silog. Man those ube pancakes were probably the best pancakes we've ever had lol. I swear I could eat those every single day if I could. The combo silog was awesome too because you get a little bit of everything, so it's perfect if you wanna try multiple Filipino breakfast staples in one plate. The whole place just felt super homey and comforting. Service was exactly what you'd expect visiting a Filipino household: warm, welcoming, and genuine. You really feel taken care of here. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Ube Pancakes - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Missed the weekend ube pancakes but glad to be able to try other items on their menu. Food is so good we went back on two consecutive days. We got the Combo-Silog, Lechon Kawali, 1-Stack. Everything was delicious. Also happy they had free refill on their ice tea. It was a good strong brewed tea to cut through the Lechon. I can see why there are long lines out the door constantly. Good food and great service! If you can wait until after 1:30p, the line seems to died down by then. read more

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This is my first post as part of the Yelp Elite Squad. My wife and I just took a weekend trip to Seattle (first-time goers) and a few friends told us about Ludi's so that was our first stop after checking into the Marriott. Food: The food was delicious! I had the bistek and garlic fried rice and my wife had the bangus. They also gave us some bibinka and turon to try. Something that they were doing with other patrons which was cool to see. Also very delicious! Service: Staff was very welcoming and attentive. Water was always refilled without having to ask. Awesome. Ambiance: Its a very homey ambiance. Love the look and feel. We WILL definitely come back when we visit Seattle again. read more

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5 of us decided to meet at ludi's for some breakfast @ 0900 on a Friday -- we chose a Friday since they only serve those smackin ube pancakes on da weekends Expect a line cuz, but nothing too crazy. Waited maybe 30min total. Once ya get in, you order before being seated at a table (make sure your entire party is present before getting to the front or no can). We went family style and got a loco moco, side of French toast, stack of ube pancakes, side of beef lumpia, veggie lumpia plate, and combo plate + iced tea/coffees all around. Total after tax + automatic gratuity = $155. Not bad fam! Everything was quick and fresh to come out. No one left hungry yall. We all agreed the star of breakfast = those gd ube pancakes yesssah. Loco moco was aight. It's just always crazy to me how expensive loco moco is when it's legit just rice patty eggs and gravy hahaha iykyk should be $10 max. We were happy w how big a side of French toast was. Beef lumpia over veggie. Combo plate was ok--think I'd rather just get some spam or pordugee sausage or something instead. Anyways, there's something for everyone here! The servers and workers are all supah nice and attentive. Go show some love. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Visiting Seattle for the first time and kept hearing locals say how hard it was to eat here, as they sell out fast. Walked from our hotel here and got there at 6:50 and there was already a line. We were able to look at a menu while we waited and before we knew it, it was our turn. Sweet family run business, you order prior to sitting down with the hostess. They had no more individual seats but they offered us the community table! Best thing ever! Sat down and made friends with some other people visiting Seattle, as well as a kind woman who is related to the owners of Ludi's! Got to enjoy chit chat and then our delicious food came out. Got the long -silog that was absolutely full of flavor! The garlic rice was packed with flavor & I recommend grabbing some of the hot chili sauce and using that to dip the sausage in! So much food for what you get & such great service! If you're in the area, definitely make time to wake up early to grab some breakfast here + sit at the community table! read more

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During my short visit to Seattle, I had to stop for a famous Filipino breakfast at Ludi's! And I am so glad I did. It was a Tuesday morning at 11:00 AM, and I waited about 15 minutes for a table for two. You're expected to order and pay prior to being seated, which is something I prefer, so that whenever you finish your meal, you can just go. Vibe - The vibe was like I was in Tito Greg's (the owner) home in the Philippines. He had pictures and murals of all his past customers. There was also a timeline story of how he started off as a dishwasher, eventually took over the business, and made it his own. Hospitality - I definitely loved the warm hospitality here. It felt like I was walking into Greg's home, for real. He even walked to everyone's table, not only to serve but to get to know you. The front-of-house staff was great, and the food came out relatively quickly--about 5 to 10 minutes after seating. Food - We ordered the lechon kawali--which comes with fried pork belly, eggs, and garlic rice--and the combo-silog, which comes with a fried pork chop, one longanisa, one lumpia, and an Ilocos longanisa. The food was beyond delicious. It was simple home cooking with Filipino dishes executed to perfection. The pork belly was crispy, crunchy, and juicy in every bite. The fried pork chops were lightly breaded and tender. The lumpia was filled with ground beef or pork and packed with Filipino flavors. The sausages were also delectable. It was simple breakfast cooking executed well. Overall, I really enjoyed my time here and can see why locals and tourists come here. I'll definitely come back next time to try their famous ube pancakes! It's too bad they only serve them Friday through Sunday. I guess I have no choice but to come back then! read more

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Amazing Filipino breakfast food in the heart of Seattle. We found this place on the last morning of our trip and it did not disappoint. First of all the staff here is incredibly kind, really great customer service and nice vibe. It looks like they always have a line but they have good turnover since service was very quick. You order at the counter before you are seated. They also have a self serve sauce bar and self serve take away packing which makes everything super efficient. We ordered the combination plate and lechon kawali. Both come with garlic rice (amazing) and eggs your way. We were obsessed with the tomato/pico esque side that came with the plate. It definitely elevated the dish. Really big portion size for the crispy pork, and my favorite on the combination plate was the beef lumpia. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unique brunch spot! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Lechon - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

there was a small line when we arrived on Monday morning but it moved quickly. you order and pay first at the counter before getting seated. after ordering, everything came out quickly. I got the ilocos silog. this was my first time having a filipino breakfast and it didn't disappoint. the sausage I got was flavorful and was elevated by the vinegar on the side. I tried my friend's long silog which was good but it's a sweet sausage which I didn't like as much. I was excited to try the lumpia but I didn't enjoy the flavor of it. the outside was crispy and satisfying but inside was a little too cinnamony for me. read more

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Just for the record, you will need to wait to eat here, especially during peak times on the weekend. No waitlist or reservations, just stand at the back of the line on the street. I waited 1 hour 20 mins, but it didn't feel that bad. The overall experience was worth it, especially connecting with Tito Greg! He really made it a 5-star experience! We tried the Ube Pancakes, Lechon Kawali, Combo Plate, and Crispy Kare Kare. The dishes come out fast and gives you a homemade comfort food feeling. Just good food, prepared well, and large portions. The star is Tito Greg, who comes around and greets his customers and has genuine conversations with everyone. He mentioned that famous people stop by to dine at his restaurant, but he doesn't really recognize them. One thing that stood out was that he mentioned he treats everyone the same, and you could tell he really loves connecting with his customers! The restaurant is well decorated and has charm and should be an experience that everyone tries at least once in Seattle. However, once you meet Tito Greg, you'll want to visit him regularly! Takeout options are pretty quick, if you're in a rush and don't want to wait in line. read more

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Ludis in Seattle was really good! I got the lechon plate and shared the ube pancakes with my friend. The lechon was amazing--crispy in all the right spots while still tender and soft, and the flavor really came through. My favorite part was honestly the sauce... I don't even know what was in it, but it was so good. The ube pancakes were super soft and fluffy without being soggy at all--just really well done. Everything overall was delish. We did wait about an hour in the cold, but it was honestly worth it for the food and service. They even came out to serve us banana and pork samples while we were waiting, which was a nice touch. read more

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Showed up bright and early at 10AM on a Friday and got seated immediately with a group of 5, but by the time we left there was a decent line out the door. Finally managed to snag one of the daily specials before they sold out on this visit and the service as always is super charming; we already over ordered and the owner dropped a bonus platter of butter mochi that we ended up taking to-go. Oxtail Kare Kare (4.5/5): Pretty soft and I actually quite like that there was a strong beefy flavor. The gravy as a strong garlic flavor and all in all, probably my favorite rice plate option I've tried so far. Ube Pancakes (4.5/5): I genuinely didn't think these could be that good, but they are absolutely a must order. Not too sweet, but really strong ube flavor and just the most satisfying light, fluffy chew; they've got to be using some mix of rice flour for that texture and I would kill for the recipe. Turon (3/5): I think if they were warm, these would be bangers. As is, they unfortunately just eat a bit greasy. read more

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