A Filipino Breakfast Experience You'll Never Forget What can I say about Ludi's Restaurant? It's one of the most memorable, heart‑warming Filipino dining experiences I've ever had. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, inviting, and full of soul--the kind of place where comfort food and genuine hospitality meet. We were even lucky enough to sit with a member of the family, who shared the history behind the restaurant. That personal touch made the meal feel even more special, like we were being welcomed into someone's home rather than just another breakfast spot. And the food--absolutely incredible. Every dish was comforting, flavorful, and deeply satisfying... exactly what you want in a Filipino breakfast. What We Ordered - Porkchop Breakfast -- Two beautifully breaded pork chops served with eggs, potatoes, toast, jam, and a rich brown mushroom gravy. Crispy, hearty, and delicious. - Lumpia‑Silog -- Seasoned beef wrapped in a perfectly fried eggroll wrapper. Crunchy, savory, and addictive. - Loco‑Moco -- A seasoned ground beef patty smothered in that same brown mushroom gravy. Pure comfort. - And as a special treat, the owner brought out oxtail for us to try--tender, flavorful, and unforgettable. Everything we tasted was delicious, soulful, and cooked with love. I truly can't rave enough about this place. If you want a breakfast that feels like a warm hug, Ludi's is it. 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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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

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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My boyfriend's parents were in town and we came here for brunch right after picking them up from the airport. We had never been, but we always see a line outside so we figured it had to be worth trying. The vibe is really nice and welcoming, and I loved that Tito Greg came around to check on tables. He seems like such a kind person. The food was good and had a cozy, home-cooked feel. My favorites were the longganisa, loco moco, and ube pancakes. Definitely don't skip the lumpia. I don't know if I'd come regularly because of the lines and hours, but I can definitely see myself coming back for takeout when I'm craving it. read more

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came to Ludi's as my first food stop on my Seattle trip because it was on Yelp's Top 100 places to eat in America. It is located walking distance to Pike Place Market. Despite the rain, the line was down the street. This was my first experience eating at an authentic Filipino restaurant, and I was not disappointed. We got a stack of the ube pancakes (only available on the weekends), the combo silog, and the oxtail silog. Everything we ate was fire. The oxtail was fall of the bone tender. The combo silog was basically a sampler of all the different popular meat options Ludi's has. They also have spicy chili oil that you can go grab yourself, which is a must for spicy lovers. The ube pancakes are to die for. The ube pancakes themselves were ube flavored and were drenched in this delectable ube sauce and topped off with whipped cream. As we were eating, we were also greeted by the man who made this place famous, Tito Greg. He was the nicest, sweetest elderly man I've ever met. He took the time to talk to us and explain his life story to us. The whole restaurant was plastered with pictures and souvenirs that fellow diners gave him throughout the time he's been open. Afterwards, he also gave us some soursop juice, one of his favorite drinks with us, as well as offered us extra rice. Would highly recommend coming back here for a delicious meal and to meet a true local legend. read more

Ludi's Restaurant in Seattle offers a welcoming, family atmosphere and is well known for its Filipino-American breakfast and brunch. You'll enjoy hearty servings and warm hospitality in a relaxed setting. The restaurant draws crowds on weekends, so lines are common, but Tito Greg makes the wait easier by giving hot chocolate to people outside. We ordered the Corned Beef-Silog and Combo-Silog, both of which are excellent examples of Filipino comfort food. Always be kind without expectation. - Tito Greg read more

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We decided to try Ludi's on a Tuesday morning. The wait was reasonable, but the waiting area felt cramped, even though there seemed to be additional space the hostess could have directed people to. Ordering at the counter was easy, and we were seated right away at the bar. We started with orange juice and coffee, but our food came out at different times, which was a bit disappointing. I ordered the longanisa breakfast, hard to mess up, and it was tasty, with a generous portion of rice. It also came with a chopped tomato side that looked a bit like pico de gallo, but had a completely different flavor, unique and really good. The French toast was also good, but the loco moco fell flat and lacked flavor and was overcooked. It was pretty disappointing. Overall, the meal was solid, but it didn't stand out compared to other Filipino spots we've tried. read more

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I've heard so much of Ludi's and I've seen the long lines every time I've passed so I definitely knew what I was in for. My friend and I joined the line at around 9:30 and was in line for about a little more than an hour. BUT, as we got closer in the front (I didn't pay attention to the time), Greg came out with a plate of fried spam slices for the folks waiting in line and they were fair sized samples of the food to come! His generosity and considerateness definitely made me appreciate Ludi's more. A small window seat area opened up for a party of 2 so we got to head in earlier (ahead of us were two parties of families). You order at the kiosk near the entrance and I saw that free coffee was offered so we both requested for coffee to be delivered to our table. He also offered us free slices of cake as well. The food came fairly quickly and there was a server walking around double checking water and coffee refills. At each table there was half and half as well as condiments. The ube pancake was amazing-- it's weekend limited so I'm so happy to have gone on a Sunday. The texture isn't too dense and wasn't dry at all. The combo silog was definitely the right choice since we realized we got to try both sausages. The cake slice was also amazing! The cream on top is more firm and tasted pretty classic but the softer cream on the second layer was AMAZING, it melted and dissolved so easily. In fact the entire cake was just so moist. Even if I had to wait in the line again I would!! read more

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Hands-down my favorite restaurant in Seattle, it reminds me of home!! Great quality, big portions, a lot of seating. For those of us who grew up with Filipino food and/or any type of Pacific Islander food, this place brings a lot of nostalgic value to the food, it's cooked that well. Can't recommend this place enough! Any time I come back to Seattle, this place will always be on my To-Do list. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Corned Beef Silog with a side of spam - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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GOOD! I went on a Sunday afternoon and waited about an hour to get inside, order, and find a seat. The restaurant is very nice, cozy, and fully decorated with photos and certificates. I ended up getting the sweet sausage rice plate and the garlic vinegar sausage, both of which were savory and flavorful. If you like your sausage sweet and fatty, I'd recommend the sweet sausage. If you prefer something more savory, then go for the garlic vinegar sausage. I would definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area. PS street parking is free on Sunday!! read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - sweet sausage and garlic/vinegar sausage. - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I really liked that this meal came with a variety of different options The main attraction here was the steak, so I'll start there This probably was the weakest part of the dish, in my opinion. There really wasn't as much crunchiness as I would've liked - as (partly due to the gravy) the breading seemed soggy and didn't seem like it was fried to a deep golden brown. As far as the steak itself, I thought it was average - too well-done for my taste, and didn't really have anything too flavorful about it. The gravy was decent, but again nothing special. This country fried-steak was a bit of a letdown - also it was smaller than what I was expecting However, a lot of the other sections of this meal combined to make the overall dish better The eggs were pretty solid - especially once I could put more salt and pepper on them. Combining them with the steak definitely improved that experience The strongest part of the dish, in my opinion, were the diced potatoes. They were warm, crispy, well-seasoned, and there was a lot of them. Dipping these in the gravy resulted in something that was pretty solid. I also found the biscuit to be pretty good - although I do wish the full thing was buttered and not just the top and bottom. It was a lot bigger than I anticipated, which was pleasantly surprising. Combining it with the jam resulted in something that really did taste very good. My only complaint with the jam was that it was pretty hard to get it out of the cup For the price (around 20 dollars) I think this was a pretty good amount of food that left me full but not overly so When I came back and tried other food though, it was amazing! read more

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

We had one of the most memorable dining experiences at Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge. The owner, Greg Rosas, lovingly called Tito Greg, is incredibly down to earth, welcoming, and humble. From the moment we walked in, he treated us like family and shared the best recommendations with genuine warmth. We ordered several silog plates with lechon kawali, pork chops, fried chicken, and Ilocos longanisa, and every single one was outstanding. Each plate came with perfectly cooked eggs, addicting garlic fried rice, and fresh tomato salsa that tied everything together beautifully. Tito Greg's generosity made the experience unforgettable. He treated us to coffee and butter mochi on the house. And since they were closing, he even sent us off with "baon" (to-go food) to enjoy later at our hotel. What struck me most was watching how he treated every customer the same way he treated us, with kindness, warmth, and genuine care, no matter their background. It was clear that this level of hospitality comes straight from the heart. The food was incredible, but the experience is what truly stayed with us. Tito Greg made us feel like we'd known him forever. We feel honored to have met someone whose kindness and generosity leave such a lasting impression. Thank you, Tito. read more

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We came in for lunch. It's a little bit bottle necked at the entrance, because you have to order at the register before you are seated. It also didn't help that there was a film crew from PBS doing a story on the restaurant. When we finally got seated my food came out really quick but my girls took a little bit longer. That was fine as the film crew was still filming and staff were busy. I ordered the loco moco and it was absolutely amazing. My girl ordered a combo plate that was also very good. The ube pancakes looked so good and I regret not trying one. I almost asked the people next to us if I could try a bite! I loved the history, family pictures, and the stickers on the walls. Very cool read more

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

Came here on a rainy day and waited about 2 hours to get in -- which should tell you how popular this place is. Once inside, the food absolutely delivered. We shared the ube pancakes and they were worth the hype: fluffy, lightly sweet, and that ube flavor really comes through without being overwhelming. I ordered the combo-silog and it was a full, comforting plate. The meats were savory and satisfying, the garlic rice was fragrant, and the egg tied everything together perfectly. Portions are generous and it's definitely the kind of meal that warms you up after standing in the cold. Be prepared for a wait, but the food, energy, and overall experience made it feel worth it. read more

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

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I've been wanting to try this place for so long, but never had the chance since the line is always so long. We were in the area since we did a solidcore class that morning and walked over at 9:20 AM. Waited in line for about 20 minutes? The owner is so cute. He offered us hot chocolate since it was cold Ordered the door and then got seated. The food came out so quick. I'm pretty sure we only waited 5 minutes Ube pancake: best Ube pancake EVER!!! I still dream about this Lechon: it was so crispy and the fried rice was so flavorful!!! Definitely do want to come back and try their other food read more

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

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If you're craving traditional Filipino food that truly tastes like it came straight from someone home kitchen Ludi's is the place! No twist no fusion traditional Filipino dishes and flavor. We went on Friday morning, we waited 15 minutes but completely worth it. You order first before you get seated. You'll get a number and the food comes out fast and hot. The noise and ambiance id say is average and casual. We ordered bistek silog (bistek, garlic rice and egg). It wasn't the typical thin-cut slices -- instead, it came in hearty pieces. The flavor was absolutely there: umami, rich, and delicious. The meat was marinated and was not just cooked in a sauce. Pairing bistek with their homemade spiced vinegar elevated it even more. That vinegar added the perfect tangy kick and balance. The garlic fried rice was appropriately garlic. We ordered the stack ube pancake with coconut ube cream was hands down the best way to end the meal. Soft, fluffy, slightly sweet, and that coconut ube cream just takes it over the top. It's a must-order. Every dish felt like a warm hug, its such a comfort home-cooked meal flavorful, soulful, and made with care. The kind of food that reminds you of family gatherings. What made the whole experience even more special was Tito Greg walking around and checking on tables. It didn't feel like dining at a restaurant it felt like being welcomed into a his home. So warm and genuine. I felt like we came I'm as strangers and left a part of the family. Ludi's isn't just a place to eat it's an experience. I'll definitely be back. This is a must stop for Pinoys visiting. read more

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I went on a Monday and waited in line for about 20 minutes. You get to the front of the line and you order before they seat you. The food was really good and I would definitely come back. The halo halo had good ingredients and tasted good but the quality of their ice kinda ruined it. I would definitely come back again though! read more

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

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Came here for breakfast, it was around a 30 minute wait and packed. Ordered a side of biscuits and the combo silog, the portions are large. Had black coffee as well, this helped wash everything down. -biscuit (5/5): super fluffy and light! I enjoyed this even without jam or butter -combo silog (5/5): this plate was really comforting. the garlic rice, pork chop, and longanisa were all flavorful and the sweet chili sauce paired well. the lumpia was also crispy. read more

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

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Seems like a pretty popular spot, we waiting in line for about 30 minutes and an even longer line formed after us. Felt very homey and family owned vibes. Very lively and busy. Overall, is not too overcomplicated or trying to hard, good quality and good experience. Iloco Silog: the pico and vinegar paired so well with the garlic rice and sausage. The sourness of the vinegar helped balance out the saltiness from the sausage and added more dimension to the eggs. The garlic rice was delicious, there was just too much to finish with everything. Really enjoyed this meal, felt simple but was really comforting Ube Pancakes: chewy, soft, and warm. Had a nice ube flavor and the pancake itself was perfect. With the ube sauce it was a bit sweeter and richer. Pretty popular and would recommend it if you like ube. read more

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

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My favorite brunch spot but unfortunately I rarely go because the wait is insane on weekend mornings. I try to go at 7:30 am so there's little to no wait, but at that point it's breakfast and not brunch! My go to order is the combo silog (I love eating a variety of things so this is perfect) and the ube pancakes. These pancakes are soooooo good. I usually have no interest in pancakes but these are to die for!! read more

This place is so cozy and inviting! This is a family owned restaurant and the way they run things here is as if you were a part of their family. I highly recommend getting their ube pancakes. A single stack was enough for the two of us and they are only available on the weekends. Get there early because there's always a line outside every time I've went. read more

Great experience but very long line. Come early if you don't want to stand outside. Food came super quickly, everything tasted amazing, friendly service. Loved this family owned business. Would come back if in the area. read more

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

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Came here on a weekend brunch and waited around an hour outside. The owner was sooo sweet - he came out with a plate full of warm fried spam to thank everyone for waiting. The inside was lively and space was utilized well to try to fit as many people as possible! We of course had to get their famous ube pancake stack. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I normally prefer savory brunch foods but this was the best plate of pancakes I've ever had (including in hawaii). The pancakes were soft, fluffy, and moist. The ube sauce was rich with ube flavor but not overly sweet. The cream on the side help balance the richness of the ube. Perfection. Lechon Kiwali silog: the lechon had an excellent crunchy skin and the meat was flavorful / tender. The sunny side runny yolk was a great pair to dip the lechon in as well. Combo silog: pork chop, lumpia, 2 types of longanisa. All well executed. The longanisa was my favorite - super flavorful! Was it worth the wait? I think yes if you have time and really like this type of cuisine. I would come back for the ube pancakes and lechon read more

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

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While on our trip to Seattle, we noticed a daily line into this restaurant on our way to Pike Street. I realized why the lines were so long after looking up Ludi's Restaurant history and Filipino menu. The morning we tried the restaurant out, the line moved quickly. We ordered our food first then were sat after paying. Our food and coffee came out quick. The food was delicious. My Ube pancakes were tasty. My husband and friend enjoyed their crab omelettes. Staff were friendly and attentive. Worth the wait. read more

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Had to have a piece of home while here in Seattle! Last time I was here a decade ago, they were in another location. It's nice to see how popular this place got and seeing it thrive in a location a lot closer to Pike Place. Ludi's is a Filipino-American restaurant with a diner inspired interior filled with many pictures of both the owner's family and customers who have visited in the past. The place itself looks so homey because of all the decor and pictures! Seems like this place is well-loved and makes sense because of the sweet owner. He walks around and introduces himself to almost everyone dining in, which we had the pleasure of meeting. Menu is quite extensive! Classic Filipino dishes like Kare kare (oxtail in peanut stew) or American mixed like ube pancakes and their version of country fried steak. Keep in mind their servings are HUGE though! One dish would be good for 2 people. They had specials for that day, which I opted for the Mango Mimosa and Binagoongang Silog (Lechon kawali or fried pork marinated in a salty shrimp paste called bagoong typically served with mango and tomato for freshness). Their mango mimosa tasted like mango juice, which was scary...Any of their "silog" options means the choice of meet (pork or beef) served with your choice of egg --typically sunny side up-- and garlic rice. I got the Binagoongang Silog and it was quite delicious. Not too salty and very flavorful. Rice wasn't dry and perfectly garlicky. The side of tomatoes was refreshing, but the only note is I wished the pork was more crispy and there were mangos. Their country fried steak was a hit as well. They bake their own biscuits, which was more fluffier than I expected. Best way to describe is a hybrid between an American biscuit and Filipino pandesal (dinner roll). The jam they give you with the crispy yet soft potato wedges strangely complimented the dish as well. Such a lively place serving such hearty dishes. They have a sweet owner who loves connecting with people, which makes your experience really special here. I'd definitely pass by this place if I'm ever back to visit Seattle. read more

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This is an instagrams worthy restaurant. Every day there is a line try to get in the restaurant. Even in the cold winter day and no exceptions. Ludy's is an old restaurant in the Seattle. Famous on the Philippino cuisine. Their purple pancakes serve at Friday to Sunday is a popular item. We got the combo Silog. This is the most popular combo that most of the customers order it. It is a sample dish with pork chop. My wife got the today special crispy Kare-Kare. This is Lechon in peanut sauce. My son got the country fried steak. All food is delicious. The wait for seat is about 30 minutes. Food is order first before seating. read more

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This is my first time ordering to-go at the new Ludi's location. I had been to their old location in the past and dined in. I ordered the ube pancakes as I dined in that time and have been on my mind ever since. Not sure if they only serve it on the weekends, but I didn't see it on their online menu (I went on a Friday (day after Christmas) around 1:30 pm). When I dined in years ago, my friend and I split the ube pancakes, my friend ordered the combo-silog (great deal and you get a little bit of everything), and I got the spam-silog. You must order the yolk of the fried egg runny to get the full Filipino experience! This time I ordered their Jae's Country Fried Steak for my boyfriend, I got the Lechon Kawali-silog, a side of beef lumpia, and the salted egg with tomato and onion. The country fried steak was for my boyfriend, and unfortunately was not a fan. Although he would like to try the Filipino breakfasts next time! He LOVES longanisa! HOWEVER, my Lechon Kawali was soooooo good. I got a VERY generous portion of the lechon, which came with garlic rice, and (I repeat) a runny fried egg to break the yolk over the rice to get the full experience. It did come with a side of tomato and onion, in I think a little bit of soy sauce. I did order a side of their salted egg and tomato as well, to which I added a little bit of ginisaang bagoong when I got home bc IYKYK (proud Filipina here). I'd definitely get those two again! My boyfriend really liked the beef lumpia with sweet chili dipping sauce. You can never go wrong with lumpia. Although their restaurant is spacious, they are so popular that no matter what time or day you come, expect a long line to dine in because they are THAT popular. I knew that ahead of time, and that's why I ordered to-go. With that said, you need to call them to let them know you're there to pick up, and they will let you know if you just go straight to the register to pick up the food, or I think I saw signs for a pickup window (but don't quote me on that). Staff is always friendly, it's a bustling restaurant, so it's very lively (not a place you wanna sit down and talk b/c there are a TON of people at all times). If it's your first time or millionth time, you have to get the Filipino food (trust me on that). Will do take out again due to the ease of pick up rather than waiting in line. Parking does suck as it is either on the street (if you can find any) or paid lot/garage parking. I took public transit as I live in West Seattle. I highly recommend doing the same if you're able as it's stressful and expensive to find parking. I'll definitely be back again. I gotta call them to see when they serve those Ube Pancakes (if you get a chance, get them no matter what). read more

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I had such a great experience at Ludi's. The food was comforting, flavorful, and felt like a homemade meal in the best way. The garlic rice was a standout, and everything came out fresh with generous portions. The service was also really warm and welcoming. You can tell the staff cares about making people feel at home, even when the place is busy. The atmosphere is cozy and full of character, and it feels like one of those places that locals and visitors both get excited about. I'd definitely recommend getting there early since it can get busy and some items sell out, but it's worth the wait. I'd come back again next time I'm in Seattle. read more

This place is a hidden gem. The place was not very crowded but that could be as we got in just an hour before closing time. We were seated almost immediately. You had to order at the counter before being seated so once your all settled into your seat, your food is right out there. All of the food we ordered was great. The pork chops was the only thing I had a small issue with - some of the pieces were cooked great whilst some a little hard but other than that..it was delicious. We didn't get a chance to try the Ube pancakes because t well come back for those. Service was quick and the place was clean. We enjoyed the mix of Filipino & Hawaiian food. Satisfaction!!! read more

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Ludi's is a casual Filipino diner that feels like home cooking. My Filipino fiance says the food was authentic, especially the garlic rice, and although I have no expertise there I say that everything was delicious! We had the bangsilog special (milkfish, garlic rice, and eggs, plus Filipino sauces), a side of longanisa, and a classic pancake. The pancake was one of the best I've had--super light and fluffy! We also tried a lilikoi iced tea which I liked because it wasn't too sweet. Everyone was very kind and friendly. read more

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Bangsilog (special), longanisa, pancake - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

So I just found this spot randomly looking for places to try, in downtown Seattle, the line was outside the door. Its a local fav and clearly a tourist spot ! It was a two hour wait on the line.. inside is very small and limited seating so you would have to get there very early to secure a table, they're only open 7am to 230pm , the line was so long i just called over the phone, whiles in i had to try it!, a very nice lady answered the phone and recommended dishes i should try,i order a few things it only took 15 mins surprisingly! The food was good! i recommend trying if you don't mind standing on a line or ordering to go, very friendly staff I would eat there again! A Must try! read more

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