Malayà Eats Restaurant This is a review for my dining experience at Malayà Eats. Malayà Eats is a restaurant specializing in Filipino cuisine. Malayà means "free" in Tagalog. As artists specializing in cooking, they named it Malayà because they have freedom in creating Filipino dishes with their own unique twists. Website: https://malayareno.com WORDS TO DESCRIBE MALAYÀ EATS: Comfort food, elevated Filipino dishes, taste of home, savory meat dishes paired with rice, filling, hug in every bite, tropical, sunshine, flavorful DISHES: My favorite dishes were the 1)Crispy "Kare Kare" Pata- Crispy Pata- Deep fried pork leg (Pata) Kare Kare is a stew with peanut sauce and various vegetables, such as eggplant, bok choy, and green beans This dish is very filling and delicious 2)Chicken Curry: curry with potatoes, carrots, very rich and flavorful 3)Pork sisig: chopped pork with citrus and chilies We also ordered pork adobo, which was well marinated and excellent as well DRINKS: Guada Slaycation: sweet and tropical SERVICE: Staff and service were exceptional. They were all knowledgeable about the dishes served and were attentive to our table. DECOR: I loved the decor of the restaurant. The ambience was very warm and inviting. Right when I stepped in I was immersed in Filipino culture. The natural materials of bamboo, rattan, abaca, and wood made it homey and beautiful. I loved the display of fans, woven items, cooking tools, and books. I was reminded of my family back in the Philippines. CLOSING: All in all I had a wonderful experience eating at Malayà Eats! I am looking forward to dining there again! Thank you Titas, Titos, Ates and Kuyas for serving and creating such delicious dishes! Masarap na Masarap! read more

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Unfortunately, my third time at Malaya Eats was very different from previous visits. The lumpias were bland and anemic looking; the dipping sauce was fine, but without it the lumpia wouldn't have any flavor. We sat outside for the first time and it was a hassle to order food and drinks because you have to order through an app. All the food came at different times so my food was cold by the time my friends food arrived. The drinks took a very long time because there was only one bartender. The person who was helping deliver food to the table tried to deliver food that other tables ordered multiple times to our table. It seemed she didn't know the table numbers and it was nearly impossible to identify the table number since the wringing is so small on the QR code display card used to order online. They seem to be understaffed because it seemed everyone's food was taking a while to be delivered. Every time we needed anything we had to call the one server manning the outdoor seating area. My drink was slightly sweeter than the last time. I didn't mind it too much because it was still very good. The employees seemed tired or irritated. They were trying to put on smiles, but they definitely looked a bit down. More so than the last time I was there. The owners have been working pretty much every time I visited and they always seem very welcoming and friendly. I will give it another try, but based on my last visit I am not sure I would seat outside again. read more

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I think this is the only full-service Filipino restaurant in the Northern Nevada region. Please, correct me if I'm wrong because I'd love to try another spot. Drove all the way from Genoa to satisfy some cravings. Got there on a Monday afternoon and it was packed! We were able to get a table outside which was fine. We ordered a number of items: - Pork Adobo - Vegetable Lumpia - Pork Pansit - Crispy Pata - Chicken Lumpia - Tofu Sisig - Ube Creamsicle (drink) - Asim Kilig (drink) - Halo Halo Service was struggling that day. It took over 20 minutes just to receive our lumpia gulay. And that took us 30 seconds to eat. Probably another 10 min before the main dishes appeared. And even by the time we got them, they were lack luster. The main gripe is that majority of the savory dishes lacked UMPH! The dishes were bland, not with just salt, but with flavor. Filipino food is very savory and full of umami that you need that rice to balance it out. I can't say any of the dishes other than the crispy pata possessed any of that. Of all the dishes we got that could have been the star, was the Tofu Sisig. This was my fave, but needed so much more of that mayo. The dish was dry. I ended up dipping the tofu in the sawsawan that came with the crispy pata. Another detail that bugged me was that we ordered their vegan pansit, but requested to add pork to it. Instead of having small bite sized pieces of pork that you can pick up with your fork and have noodles, veggies, and protein in one bite, they just topped it with the same huge chunks of pork they use for their adobo. The dish was difficult to eat and I felt the ratio of noodles to veggies/protein were off. In other words, it was more veggies/protein than noodles. For some positives, the mocktails we got were good. And I particularly enjoyed the Halo Halo. I believe they used coconut milk and/or regular milk in place of evaporated milk. It was much lighter in texture, less rich, and much less sweet compared to a traditional one which I very much appreciated. I also got subtle hints of lemongrass in there too which was such a great touch. I typically feel bloated from all the sugary sweetness of a typical Halo Halo and I never finish it, but theirs was light and refreshing - i finished the whole thing. Service was polite, but despite that they were busy that day, I don't think there is an excuse to get a deep fried appetizer, that only contained 3 pieces, 20+ minutes after it's ordered and then have another 15 or so minutes to receive the main dishes. The only way I would go back is if someone wanted to try it and I would just tag along. I would not come back on my own accord. read more

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First visit to the new brick and mortar location! Absolutely incredible, great work Malayà team. It's awesome to see that Reno is growing up. The Pork Adobo was out of this world and that Ube cocktail was super fun. Pancit was great, Lumpia was great, and I appreciated the special crash course on how to eat Beef Kare Kare for the first time with the Shrimp Paste. Let me tell you, no matter how you feel about seafood and new things, get the shrimp paste... that was bomb. read more

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Ok, so I can't say the food was 5 Stars, but it was REALLY good and served a last minute food need just 5 blocks from my house in Midtown, Reno. Open only four months now they already have a bit of a following and I hope they become successful. Family owned and run businesses always get that extra Star. Loved seeing the two young daughters running around smiling (and helping, of course ) Thank you Joye, for giving me guidance on the food and making me a fabulous drink! The Ube-TTer Rum drink was a highlight. Not overly sweet and just the right amount of alcohol. Managed to only have one, but on a really hot day?? Watch Out! For dinner I went the non traditional route of appetizers and sides. I started with an order of the Chicken Lumpia, which turned out to be my favorite thing. Light, fresh, crispy with a fabulous dipping sauce. Next came the Pork Barbecue and it was excellent, especially as my Garlic Rice followed immediately and they made a fantastic pair. I will definitely return with an appetite and work the menu. The ambience is somewhat simple but classy and comfortable. I sat at the bar and chatted with Joye and enjoyed just a really nice and relaxing meal. This place will really get cooking as we head into summer and people can enjoy the expansive and inviting outdoor seating. I could tell from observing, the vibe is awesome, the staff is friendly and attentive and there was always a smile to greet you. I wish them much success and will follow up with more updates on the food as I will return soon. Cheers, JimG read more

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Tried Malaya Eats at the farmers market and went with the tapsilog ($18+). Let's start with the positives: the tapa portion was actually pretty solid, and both the rice and egg were cooked well. Flavor-wise, it hits the basics you'd expect. That said, the value just isn't quite there. For the price, the portion felt a bit underwhelming overall. The atchara was especially skimpy, which is a miss since it helps balance the richness of the dish. I also wish it came with two eggs, pretty standard for tapsilog and would've made it feel more complete. Biggest letdown: no vinegar available. That tangy contrast is kind of essential with tapa, so not having it really took away from the experience. Not a bad plate by any means, but for $18+, I expected a bit more attention to the details that make tapsilog shine. Solid effort, but definitely room to improve. read more

Malaya Eats - Tapsilog - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

These reviews are never fun for me to write, but feedback always leave opportunity for improvement. We went during lunch time of what appeared to be UNR's graduation date. Definitely wanted to sit outside but due to spacing we were told we could sit along the window high seat area. I had been super excited to come here since it had opened. My friend and I ordered the chicken lumpia and I went with the Chicken Barbecue. Similar to another establishment the chicken was full of fatty pieces, I ended up trying to take bites for protein and fullness but ended up with a togo container which ended up getting tossed. It took a long while for the wait staff to come our way and my friend's plate took twice as long. She ordered the Tapsilog and was gracious enough to share which I truly did enjoy, I noticed they had some tasty desserts so if I make it back I would definitely try a dessert. Perhaps during happy hour one day. I did really enjoy the Bayabas Fizz which consisted of Guava and Sparkling water. I wouldn't mind coming back to give it another try, but spending $30 for a lunch where I left hungry and dissatisfied was not the business. read more

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Being Indonesian and married into a Filipino family, I think I know Filipino cuisine. Malaya is a great option if you want authentic dishes but don't want to wait for your Mom or your Auntie to cook for you. Lechon, or roast pork, is defined by the balance of crispiness of the skin, the tenderness of the meat and just the right amount of fat. I must say the lechon at Malaya is one of the consistently great Lechons I have ever had. Top shelf. Pork Adobo, a perrenial in any Filipino feast, requires a balance of flavor and tenderness. One without the other and the dish quickly becomes a "meh". For me, the pork Adobo at Malaya was a meh. The flavor was there but the meat could have been simmered longer to really pull out the tenderness. It wasn't terrible, it just wasn't great. The Caldereta was quite good as well. The blend of flavors was on point. The potatoes and carrots were cooked perfectly and the beef was tender and rich with flavor. For my taste, I would preferred the "gravy" to be a bit thicker, but that is probably just a personal preference. Set in Reno's Mid-Town, Malaya has a great location, with great indoor seating but a magical outdoor patio seating area. Can't wait to come back to enjoy the patio in Reno's warm summer evenings. If you are looking for authentic Filipino dishes, Malaya is a solid option. read more

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This place is wonderful! My husband and I came here because we love Filipino food. We are so pleased with this place and can't wait to go back. We didn't have reservations so we sat at the bar, which was really nice. This used to be Von Bismarck so the inside pretty much the same. It's modern, industrial vibe to it. Our waitress, Joye was also the bartender. Which was handy so we could talk with her and ask questions about everything. We ordered drinks and an appetizer and then our food which came out quickly. My husband got the pork adobo and I got sizzling pork sisig. I wanted to finish but I was getting full and I wanted to save room for their halo halo for dessert. We ordered it and I finished that... We met Arron who I'm not sure but I believe he's the owner. He was very excited about the restaurant and what's coming. Very friendly people! I highly recommend this place. read more

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Went for the Kamayan, delicious! Variety of delicious food served on banana leaves. You eat the meal with your hands. It also comes with unlimited soup and rice. Must make reservations in advanced for this feast. Ube dessert and drink were great too. Very friendly service, thank you for the wonderful meal! read more

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This is the most beautiful Filipino resto I have ever been so far in Reno. Good food and the ambiance is amazing. The staff here are nice but need to be more attentive and smiling. I want to shout out to Erik the bartender. He's very accommodating. Over all a must try resto if you're craving for Filipino food . read more

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You know the minute walking in this is a family affair, staff are all friendly, caring about each patron's needs and it's obvious everything is prepared with love. Why then only 4 stars? The pork barbecue was overcooked making it tough & chewy. The Pancit Vegan was excellent! The pork sinigang broth was lacking depth and the pork had huge amounts of fat on it, the garlic fried rice & steamed rice were both cooked perfectly and finally for dessert the Ube and egg pies, both were delicious. Some of these issues may stem from having never tried Filipino food? Overall a very tasty experience! We will return especially once the menu expands from the limited "Soft Opening" selections. read more

Malaya Eats - Front - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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So happy to finally have another Filipino restaurant in Reno! This has been sorely lacking in the community! I'm also glad to hear that this started as a food truck, so that's means they've been working their way up to have a brick and mortar location! The ambiance here is so chill and has an open air feel. They have ample space for outdoor events but their indoor dining space is on the smaller side so reservations are probably a must. However we were able to be seated at the bar area which was perfectly ok. I love how their decor has traditional Filipino touches but still has a modern feel. They're still in their soft opening era, so the menu is limited. But we were able to try a good chunk of their menu: Kare Kare, Tapsilog and Tofu Sisig. Kare Kare is a beef stew in peanut sauce, but it's not like Thai peanut, it is more creamy I think. The Tapsilog is more of a breakfast item since it is beef with egg and rice, but it still works for dinner. I would say that the Tapsilog meat is soft and tender, but more on the thinner side. But my favorite was the Tofu Sisig, which is basically a tofu skillet. I was shocked that this was my favorite because I usually order the pork version of this, but they had some creamy sauce on it that made me like it better! Of course we had to get dessert: egg pie, ube pie and ube gelato. The staff was able to inform us that they proudly partnered with other local businesses to provide us with these desserts. I believe it was Silver State Pie Co. who learned how to make the ube and egg pies and Bibo's supplied the gelato. And all were surprisingly good and nearly authentic! The pies were on the tougher side, but I suppose it could just be due to the need to refrigerate them. The ube gelato was verrry close to sorbetes, which is the ice cream in the Philippines. I also have to stop and talk about the friendly staff. This is a family owned business and everyone pitches in to help, including the children! Our food also came very quickly, so that just shows how hard working the staff is. We were welcomed with a smile and left with smiles, carrying a bit of knowledge about the new business that was blooming in front of us. I'm so excited to see how Malayà Eats grows read more

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As Filipina, representation matters! I'm always excited to support any filipino restaurants in Reno. Ive seen them when started with the food truck. As I say, Filipino's are hard critiques especially if we all specialities that bring to our table.. Malaya means "Free". They worked hard to outsource to have a clean, sustainable high quality food. As we many inflation is high, so prices go up drastically. Why did it elevate on me? The warmth and friendliness of the restaurant, the owners and the kids have sweetest smile ever. How can you not fall inlove with that? The restaurant is small and densed, owner are excited to open that patio and outdoors. Which is exciting! The tastes of the food is to introduce it to different cultures, as I say our food can be salty, sweet and super sour and greasy. We all have different preferences. That is why always ask for condiments to adjust to the tasting. We had the ff: Pork bbq with rice: This one they hit the flavor of what feels like home, but the meat seams too hard to bite. Overall this is 4/5. Pork Sisig: I like one paired with garlic, the pork has a nice of crunchiness and the popping of the flavor in your mouth. I would say just some kick or spice on it. This 5/5. Make sure when you order this mix it right away, its like a sizzling and squeze lemon. Pancit: not on the picture, cause we starving. But it's like pancit canton style, with two different noodles. The vegetables are enough and tofu has touch semi-crunch. Garlic fried rice: perfect pair to the things we ordered. We had some strawberry lemondade drinks, pretty expensive for non- alcoholic.. Overall it's still good, I would say 3/5. because of the portion and price. We had a dessert: Ube gelato with ube stick-o's! pretty nostalgic, I love that ube is not hiding is flavor and being a star of the night. 5/5 I did try their burger back then at the food truck, I would say tastes like " burger machine" rekindling some memory. The decorations are outrageously beautifully outsourced back home.. Just feels like I'm home. When we got there it's not busy yet, we got seated on high chairs, but we asked for table cause we know we will order more food. As the night goes by, it got busier. They have no choice to let the couple sit in front of us. Poor couple they could hear our not so rated PG girly stories.. haha!! The owners reached our in my IG account, listened to my suggestions and concerns.. Greatly appreciated with that. It was a great experience to showcase my food to my non- filiipino friend.. Come check them out, they are closed on Monday and Tuesday btw: read more

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Came here for lunch with my family. Right now they have limited seating inside but are planning to open their large outdoor patio area sometime in March. Their Ube creamsicle specialty drink was really good and has a unique flavor but there was a lot of ice and it was gone in 5 sips. I enjoyed their bbq chicken skewers, those were everyone's favorite amongst us. Had good flavor. The pork adobo with their garlic rice was good. I do wish they added some green onions to the rice, That's how my mom made it so maybe it's just a me problem. We also tried the chicken lumpia, they were unfortunately small and bland:( The chicken curry was cooked well and it had a bright color but lacked flavor, I think more curry and a touch of salt would help it go along way. The pancit for me was just okay, they only gave us a spoon for the dish which is not ideal to scoop noodles. Although I enjoyed the cabbage and veggies in this dish the ratio of noodles was sparse once you get through the veggies. The flavor was good. I'd like to return to try some of their other dishes:) read more

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Newer Filipino restaurant on Wells serving a soft opening menu of elevated Filipino-American cuisine. We tried specialty mocktails, cocktails, appetizers and two main dishes. Both the Bayabas Fizz and Olipop soda were fresh and very tasty. The chicken lumpia were quite good and the dipping sauce was sweet and spicy. Beef Kara Kara is cooked with bok choy, eggplant and green beans in a peanut sauce plus a shrimp paste on the side. The shrimp paste added a depth of flavor to the dish that it needed. Pork Adobo was mild and needed salt to make it to my liking. Being a Filipino dish I don't know if this is what should have expected or not. I chose a side of rice as the dish would be incomplete without it. For a nice portion of rice it was expensive in my opinion. Considering the soft opening the service and speed of orders should get better. It should for their sake and customers. As we sat at the bar a woman was training on mixing drinks, a good sign of things to come. The former home of Von Bismarck the space is beautiful and as weather improves outside seating will be comfortable for larger groups. read more

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Sit at the bar. (Always) The staff is friendly will make you feel like you're family (esp Angelo). We loved the food and drink, and even got to enjoy being guinea pigs as the bar tender was testing new concoctions in front of us. The menus would be better presented near the door rather than at the cashier, where you place an order first before choosing a table. Not a big deal but could reduce wait times and confusion. We loved the garlic rice and adobo. Ask for banana ketchup to amplify your meal. Great portion sizes. Attentive lolo and lola vibes in caring for the guests. We can't wait to return after their official opening, and look forward to the decor coming straight from the Philippines! Reno needs more spots like this and more people like Angelo. read more

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Great spot to take your family. I've been following this place since they had a tent set up at one of the food markets to their food truck and now restaurant. I took my family here for dinner and ended up waiting for 20 min to be seated. Highly recommend calling ahead or know that you'll have to wait for a bit because they were packed. The staff were apologetic and sweet. When we were seated, I appreciated the Filipino decor. We ordered San Miguel Beers and Calamansi Juice for drinks and for the entrees we had garlic rice, pork adobo, pancit and substituted chicken, and pork sisig. We had it family style! The pork sisig and adobo were flavorful and perfectly cooked. Overall a great visit. I would say they just opened recently so they're still working on some things. The inside is not very big but, their outdoor patio is great so I have high hopes during the summer! Definitely will come back! read more

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If you want an elevated Filipino meal...this is the place. We rsvp'd yesterday not knowing that they request 2 day preparation for "kamayan" menu. Thankfully, Angel asked and they allowed the short notice reservation. When we arrived the table was prepared with banana leaves and a napkin....lol no utensils. We started with a sinigang broth that was tart to perfection. The kamayan platter was chock full of food. Who knew we would eat it all! Our favorite was the deep fried bangus, along w/ the pork inihaw. I only wished the pork inihaw was steaming hot when we received it. The service was great, I think what could enhance this experience is to offer steaming warm wash clothes before and after the meal. That would make it top notch. Thank you for sharing our Filipino culture with the Reno community! read more

Malaya Eats - Ube Gelato - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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I was excited when I heard there was a new Filipino restaurant in town. I just wish I had enjoyed it more. First off, the restaurant has limited seating. Our party of 7 was pretty tight at the tables we sat at. Drinks: We had the Calamansi Tea ($7), Strawpical Weather ($9), and Ube Creamsicle ($10). The Calamansi was really refreshing and delicious. The Strawpical Weather is also good, but it came in a small cup that was done within 5 takes. There was more ice than liquid and for that price it wasn't worth it. The ube creamsicle was also good, but again for the price, and serving size I'm not sure if we'd order it again. Food: Lumpia: Hard pass. There was no flavor to it. And $9 for 6 small pieces? Yeah, skip it. The Pork BBQ: It was a tough bite. I also thought the flavor was lacking. My kids split the plate and were still hungry. I wish they had an option to serve them as à la carte. The Pork Sisig: This was delicious. I liked this dish a lot, but the pieces of pork belly were cut so small that when it cooked on the hot plate it shrunk so it felt like I was just eating crumbles. The Kare Kare: This was good. Kare Kare is my fave Filipino dish. They used beef instead of oxtail, but the beef wasn't as tender either. My experience was just ok here. I left a little unsatisfied and missing the Filipino magic in the food. Service was just ok. It did take a while for the food to come out. I was only asking about the Calamansi Tea but our server mistook that as me ordering it because I was still undecided if I wanted it. But I just took it because I didn't want to be an inconvenience since it was already made. read more

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For someone who is Filipino, I couldn't have been more excited that a place like this opened in Reno. The ambiance has the Filipino island touch to it! I tried the crispy tofu sisig (my favorite), beef caldereta, garlic rice and chicken lumpia. All were superb and a great value for what you pay! read more

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This is a lovely spot to open a cozy restaurant and I'm very glad something is being done with this space. The decoration was beautiful and the staff so friendly. They made it a point to explain the lack of MSG and how each dish used organic sourced items. We were very excited to see Filipino food in a permanent location in Reno! To start we had the chicken lumpia and I will say the use of chicken instead of pork was an interesting choice that changed the flavor profile that you find in other spots outside of Nevada. I ordered the pork Sisig and we also ordered the beef Kare Kare The pork sisig was okay, it fell a little short of that umami flavor but was still good. What we really enjoyed was the beef Kare Kare. The sauce, stew, beef, everything about it brought a wow factor to the table that was delicious and enjoyable. There's a distinct nuttiness and sweetness that isn't overdone, complimenting the meat flavor and spices and recalling cremating a spotlight on the table for a dish we wished we had more of. I think where this spot does really well is in their cocktails and drink options. The Guava drink we ordered was amazing and I would love to explore this side of the menu further. I believe this spot has a lot of potential and I look forward to returning and trying something new. They had a set menu option that you need to order 3 days in advance and I am highly interested in trying that to get a real spread and taste of what Malaya has to offer. read more

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Needed to bring a side dish to a bbq. I looked them up on Yelp because I wanted to order lumpias. They were very accommodating. The place is small, clean and cute. Employees were very friendly and the entire restaurant had Asians sitting and enjoying their meals on a Sunday afternoon. Food: it's Filipino with a Latin vibe. I ordered the chicken lumpia's, the sig sig and the pork skewers. Good portions, very tasty and presentation on point. Not oily and greasy. I'm coming back! read more

Malaya Eats - Chicken lumpia - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Filipino Foodie Approved!!! The food is authentic and elevated. These dishes, which I am used to making and eating at home, came with the same familiar flavor profile and ingredients, yet were so clean and fresh in their own way. It felt like something I couldn't easily recreate at home, and it made me proud to share my Filipino food and culture with my friends. We ordered chicken lumpia and veggie lumpia, which were perfectly crispy and not oily. The flavor of the filling really shines and is complimented well with the sweet chili and vinegar dipping sauces. The pork bbq skewers were huge. We got 4 skewers for 5 people and had plenty of leftovers (even though everyone kept going back for more). Lola's atchara (which comes as a side to the skewers) was delicious and I'm so happy we ordered a jar! The flavor of these pickled veggies is unlike any atchara I've ever had and it kept us all wanting more. For our main dishes we got beef kare kare, pork sisig, garlic rice and pancit. Everything was beautifully plated. The vegetable for the kare kare were bright and had a good bite to them. The beef was tender and the kare kare sauce was perfect, thick and nutty but not oily. It has all the flavored kare kare is supposed to have. The sizzling sisig was a crowd favorite. Definitely a must order! The cocktail menu features Filipino spirits and mixes them in such a special way. All the drinks we ordered had so many interesting Filipino/island flavors while not being overly sweet. Kalaw Street was my favorite. I will be craving this all summer! Kind of like a Filipino Negroni. It was bright, refreshing and a little bitter. For dessert we had Kakanin and Ube Pie. I love that the kakanin is warm and not too sweet. Everyone loved it and it is a great introduction to Filipino desserts. The ube pie was also delicious, and I love that they sourced it locally. It has a chunkier texture rather than a pumpkin pie texture. It's reminiscent of ube halaya. This restaurant hits so many marks-- amazing Asian cuisine, a full bar, outdoor seating, and kid friendly. The staff are all very welcoming and should be truly proud of what they are bringing to our community. I am delighted to see Filipino food brought to Reno in this way. read more

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My daughter and I had a nice dining experience at Malaya Eats. We went on a Saturday for lunch and the restaurant was busy, but we were able to get seated right away. The restaurant's indoor seating is small (41 max occupancy based on a sign posted). They do have a nice outside seating area with a bar as well. We loved the modern Filipino decor of the restaurant. Now onto food and drinks. We ordered the pork sisig, beef kare kare, chicken bbq and sides of garlic and steamed rice. For drinks we had non-alcoholic drinks - the ube creamsicle and the calamansi iced tea. The food and drinks came out at a reasonable time which we appreciated since we were both hungry. We both loved our drinks. The ube creamsicle wasn't too sweet and the addition of calamansi (citrus) in it was nice. The calamansi iced tea was so good, something my daughter and I would order again, so refreshing. The pork sisig came out slightly sizzling. Make sure to squeeze the lemon and stir everything before eating the sisig to mend together the flavors. I do wish I read some of the previous reviews that mentioned adding some spiced vinegar to the dish, as I think this would have made the dish pop even more had we done that. We loved the mix of crisp and tender meat in the sisig. The bbq chicken was nice and tender and the achara (pickled papaya relish) served on the side helped enhance the bbq flavor. I was really excited for the kare kare, but unfortunately was a bit disappointed by this dish. The beef wasn't as tender as I would expect for kare kare and without the shrimp paste that was served on the side, it was quite bland. The garlic rice was perfectly seasoned with just enough garlic. The ube pie, which we ended up taking to go was delicious - highly recommend. My daughter and I both agreed that we appreciated that the food wasn't too oily or heavy, which can be a challenge with Filipino food. One thing I do wish regarding the main dishes is that the food be served hot, as I did notice everything aside from the sisig came out just warm in temperature vs hot. All in all the food and drinks did satisfy our Filipino food craving. The service was excellent, with our waitress and other staff checking up on us a few times. The ambience of the restaurant was beautiful and clean, great place to meet up with friends and family to enjoy a meal. Parking can be a challenge as their designated parking lot has limited space, but there is street parking available. We will be back to try their other dishes when we get another Filipino craving and don't feel like cooking it at home. read more

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I decoded to update because this place deserved a better review - Second time here. I ordered the pork sisig anticipating sizzling, unfortunately - not much sizzle there, i saw someone order the tofu sisig and that came out sizzling nicely!! I used the spiced vinegar to bring out some more flavor - also wish there was a spicy option. A friend ordered the beef kaldereta with patis on the side (fish sauce). The service was attentive and our server was super nice I wish I would've gotten her name. Love the authentic Filipino decor which brings back to moments were we were 'Malaya' in the Philippines . The food was good and typical comfort food staples. Id check it out if Filipino food is your vibe or want to try!I it definitely had the at home, authentic flavors , I'd love to see soup options like sinigang and tinola on the menu and please include rice lol. Thank you.Mabihay!! read more

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Our first time trying this restaurant and definitely will be going back to try more items. We ordered the beef kaldereta, salmon, rice and we kindly received ube gelato to sample. The beef was super tender and flavor of the sauce was rich. Salmon was seasoned well and just a classic dish. Obsessed with the gelato. The music selection was good and not too loud. It was very busy, but service was quick. The staff were nice! read more

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Although I'm fairly new to Filipino food, Malaya did seem very authentic! The staff were all very friendly, the ambience, decor, and overall family vibe was great. We had the beef Kare kare and the sizzling pork sisig. I thought the flavors of the beef dish were nice with the nuttiness and well cooked beef pieces. I felt the veggies were an afterthought a bit- not cooked the nicest (would have loved a quick saute or crispiness), and there wasn't much of them. Would have also liked some contrast with acid or fresh herbs somewhere. The pork sisig was unique and tasty but definitely a bit roudy with more fatty bits of the pork belly than maybe some would be used to. There were other parts of the menu I'd be interested in coming back to try. Their cocktails seemed tasty, but as someone not very big on sugary drinks a lot didn't appeal to me. Good beer selection. Would love to come back on a warm patio day! Overall a good experience! read more

Malaya Eats - Pork sisig top, beef kare kare below with the shrimp paste on the side. (Dug into a bit) - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Delicious Filipino food! My fiancé and I tried a few of the dishes like their Sisig and some of their Ube beverages. The service was great and the atmosphere was beautiful, it gave a friendly, cozy, home-like vibe. Some of the best Filipino food in Reno, highly recommend them! read more

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Overall had a good experience. Food was excellent and they had gluten free options which I appreciate. The server was attentive. The atmosphere just wasn't quite right. We wanted to sit outside but there was junk and equipment everywhere. So then we wanted to sit at the bar but it was being used for work. I'm hoping they are just sorting out being new but would opt for take out instead of dining in right now. read more

I tried the new Filipino restaurant that replaced Von Bismarck on wells and everything was excellent. They were very prompt in service and the quality of food was outstanding. This is probably the best sisig I've ever had, and I've been going to the Philippines my whole life. It was nice seeing the community show up for their soft opening. They were very busy! read more

Malaya Eats - Bbq pork skewer, pork sisig, garlic rice - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Tasty food. Ube drink is refreshing. Garlic rice and beef kaldereta is tender plus the potatoes are cooked perfectly. Pork and chicken bbq is good. The sisig is hot plus the pork sinigang is delicious Outdoor seating and the service is on point. Must try. read more

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Firstly absolutely outstanding first impressions. I have been looking for a proper dine in Filipino restaurant for ages. The interior is clean, upscale, modern and yet is very traditional and comforting. The aesthetic alone is gorgeous. The food is beyond expectations and will absolutely be returning frequently. The sisig and pork BBQ was flavorful and delicious. An amazing blend of smoky yet infused with complex flavors. The presentation is also incredible and an experience on its own. SHOUTOUT to Angelo our server. An absolutely amazing service and great personality and top tier attentiveness. Also it is TRULY FAMILY OWNED. I recommend 100x over read more

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Their crispy tofu is amazing and I love their vegan options! We will definitely be back. read more

Malaya Eats - Classic Taho - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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We tried Malaya Eats during their soft opening and had such a great experience. We ordered the chicken adobo, kare kare, and garlic fried rice. The adobo was super flavorful, and the garlic fried rice was so good we ordered a second side of it with no regrets. The kare kare was delicious. Ours cooled off pretty quickly since we were seated near the door, and when we mentioned it they were incredibly kind and remade it entirely. Overall, amazing food, thoughtful service, and such a strong start for a soft opening. We will absolutely be back. read more

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I am Malaysian and loved the name Malaya! But - what can I say. Not the best. I really wanted to love it but we came away not amazed. The Lumpia's were great and so was the Tapo Sando with the 5 handcut fries :). They were out of Chicken Curry so that was tough as it was the only non -meaty dish they had. The tofu was rather bland and the fried fish was crispy but dry. You order on the QR code and there is hardly any staff interaction. For a new restaurant I feel it is essential for diners to get the feel and suggestions instead of ordering on a QR code with little advice. The best part of the evening was the owner's young daughter playing music for the crowd. What a lovely girl. I wish them all the luck in the world that they succeed. read more

I have been looking for great, authentic Filipino food in Reno for so long! It really reminded me of my mom's cooking. The staff is amazing and so attentive. They really make you feel like family. The restaurant itself just opened and has a soft opening menu right now. It all tasted so good. Best sisig I've had in a while! We also had a couple of their cocktails, absolutely delicious! I can't wait to see their success when they have their grand opening soon read more

Malaya Eats - Chicken adobo, sisig, garlic rice - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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I recommend their Foods specially their BBQ and KARE-KARE so good Please support Filipino local Business in Reno Nevada read more

Malaya Eats - KARE-KARE and BBQ and chicken EGG ROLLS ARE VERY GOOD - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

What a wonderful place to come and get some home cooked Filipino food! The food was fantastic, I had the Kare Kare, was super flavorful and the beef was really tender. But what really made the experience was the ambiance and the people working there, everyone was so kind and welcoming! Now the icing on the cake was Mathea and Ida, they are the owners kids. They help bring out food, clear tables, check on you and ask you how you're enjoying everything. They are some of the most polite and well spoken kids I have ever met! Mom and Dad, great job! Thank you for the experience, was a nice break on my visit from the casino food! I will be back! read more

Malaya Eats - Beef Kare-Kare - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

My hubby and I went to Malaya Eats for the very first time. It's so wonderful to have a Filipino restaurant in town that serve such well crafted dishes. The culinary representation of Filipino food in Reno has been lacking and now Malay Eats is here with their new restaurant to represent our food culture and some popular dishes like adobo, pancit and lumpias. Since it is still the soft opening, my suggestions are given with grace and understanding. This time we ordered the Beef Kaldereta and the Pork Sisig. The beef kaldereta was delicious and the sauce was beautifully done because it wasn't too heavy on the tomato flavoring in the sauce/gravy, like my mom used to do. The potatoes and carrots perhaps needed more cook time because they were still a bit hard, but the beef was done well and tender. Loved this dish overall! The Pork Sisig is my hubby's favorite Filipino dish and this version, he noted needed more seasoning and "heat." We both agreed that the prices are very high for the small portion size, but we do understand too that Malaya Eats uses the best organic ingredients. The other suggestion is to maybe include the steamed white rice within that dish price, but then separately do an upcharge for the garlic rice if that is requested. Most every Filipino diner (and others too) will want rice to go with their meal and it's hard to pay another $4.00 to get that side of rice in addition to of the meal entree price. A small portion serving of Beef Kaldereta ($23) and rice totaled $27. The Pork Sisig ($22) and garlic rice totaled $28. For lunch the price added up to a lot. (The prices seem to be more appropriate for dinner prices.) Then we added one absolutely delicious Calamansi ice tea for $7 and our lunch came out to over $60 plus then we added a a 20+% tip for the great service for about a $75+ lunch. It's a beautiful space and excellent service. The staff is so nice and attentive. Reflecting on the experience, it will be the costs that will be the limiting factor for how often we can come. Reno definitely needs Malaya Eats and I am so happy that quality Filipino is finally here. Congratulations to the family owners and wishing you all much success. read more

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