This is really a beautifully done space, they make the most of their indoor area and looks like they're setting up to have the patio going too which will be amazing in the warmer seasons. The staff were all friendly and attentive, giving us advice on what to order and how best to enjoy the meal. We got the calamansi tea which we were told they get the actual fruit in to make which justified the price to me as you're hard pressed to find the actual fruit here in Reno. I got the Kare Kare and personally don't like tripe so I was glad it came without, they also use beef instead of oxtail but the beef was tender and was falling apart perfectly! I also love that they get a lot of products locally, like Beloved's and Silver State Pie Co. read more

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I had the chicken lumpia and pork sisig. Very underwhelming especially the lumpia. As a Filipino the problem I come across with Filipino food is every region and especially every family cooks the same dish in very different ways. The way they season their dishes wasn't for me. If I were a stranger reading this I would go there and try it out. Also looking for parking sucks on wells. read more

Everyone who works at Malaya Eats is charming, thoughtful and helpful. The daughters of the owners assist at times and add to the family like experience. The food was excellent and we enjoyed learning about the menu items. The desserts look like art! Give it a try, you will not be disappointed! read more

Great service, great vibe, great people, great food, and excellent designs. I enjoyed my time there. I will be going back this Sunday with my kids and then going back next Wednesday for my meeting. read more

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Great venue and a really nice place to hang out. It's not too loud, so you can easily hear each other and enjoy conversations. The food is good and has that real Pinoy taste, but wish the kare kare has some oxtail if not some more meat and and would be great for more tenderness. Sisig has the flavor but a bit dry. The egg pie dessert and ube gelato were also good, though I was hoping for a bigger or mid-size scoop of the ice cream since the serving felt a bit small for the price. read more

Malaya Eats - Ube gelato and egg pie - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Had a date night dinner stop with my husband and this restaurant was great! Friendly service, food was great and there were cocktail options that mixed Filipino flavors which was fantastic. read more

I cannot rave about my experience here enough! They truly treated us like family - showing us how to enjoy the dish and eat it as they do in their culture. Food was a 10/10, drinks 10/10, service 1000/10. They have a great indoor and outdoor space for big and small groups. read more

I was excited to try this out, since I saw great photos on Instagram. It was still their soft opening, so I will give them grace for the 45-minute wait on our food. First came the pork Sisig. The taste was good, but needed more calamansi. I asked for more calamansi but it never arrived. The chicken lumpia was nothing but ground chicken. The lumpia's were fried to a sad pale color. And the lumpia sauce was not lumpia sauce. The lumpias came in 6 pieces and 5 pieces were left untouched. I was appalled that they called this Filipino lumpia. After almost waiting for 1 hour, we finally got our Kare-kare. The taste was ok, but it was lukewarm. The meat was so tough, and we only ended eating one piece of the chunks of meat. The calamansi iced-tea was good. The servers were super friendly though. read more

The service was a bit slow due to how busy they were, I had to call the waitress over several times after we were seated, then was told it's about a 30 min wait. I said so we can't put our order in? The waitress said you can if you're willing to wait. The food was okay, nothing to brag about. I didn't care for the chicken lumpia it was just chicken and the wrap no veggies. Their calamansi iced tea was delicious though. The seating and parking are limited, get there early the wait can be long. read more

Malaya Eats - Limited menu options (their soft opening menu) If I'm not mistaken March 2026 is when their full menu will be out. - Filipino Near Me - Reno, Nevada

FOOD Overpriced. Underwhelming. Meager vegetable portions. Low value. SERVICE Friendly. AMBIANCE Mostly carry-over from Von Bismarck. Cheap table cloth. read more

I was really excited to try this place because of its high ratings, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to expectations. The food was disappointing across the board. The soup was bland and lacked depth of flavor. The sisig was mostly small bits of toasted fat rather than a balanced mix of meat, and the kare-kare was just not good at all, the rice was undercooked and hard--very underwhelming compared to how this dish should taste. On top of that, the prices felt too high for the quality of food being served. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience, especially given the strong reviews. I personally wouldn't come back. read more

Honestly didn't have high expectations prior to coming here and was instantly proved wrong. Before we got in we were greeted by friendly staff opening the door for us. The whole decor inside made me feel back home in the PI. The best part of course was the meal. The food and food quality were amazing. The Filipino dishes were delicious and legit. They were not oily which is usually the case with other Filipino restaurants. I can't wait to be back! Food was too good I was not able to get pics but will do on my return read more

Can't wait to come back! The food was incredible, Millie our waitress was so kind and fun. Next time when we come back and it's warmer we will sit outside, but inside was gorgeous! You can tell it is family owned and full of love. read more

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The friendliest service and I've enjoyed every single dish I've ordered there. Also, the ube dreamsicle is heavenly! Will be back again soon! read more

Hands down the best Filipino food in Reno! The pork adobo is so tender, garlic fried rice is just perfection and the calamansi iced tea is SO refreshing. The service is wonderful and everyone is so nice! The decor is homely and bright, so it just welcomes you in. I'm so glad they got to upgrade from food truck to stand alone restaurant. Reno deserves Malaya and Malaya deserves all the business they can take! Absolutely will be returning! read more

We had a great experience at the soft opening. The sisig pork and garlic fried rice were our favorite dishes. Everyone was very friendly! Our drinks were always filled and our plates were cleared promptly. We had our baby with us and he was happy - in and out below an hour. The food also arrived quickly for us! read more

High hopes for representation, but the kitchen missed the mark. I was genuinely excited to welcome a Filipino restaurant to our community, especially since we don't have much representation here. I love that Malaya uses organic ingredients and offers a modern take on the cuisine, but unfortunately, the meal itself left me underwhelmed. We started with the chicken lumpia, which felt a bit pricey at $9 for 6 small, relatively bland pieces. For the main course, we tried the beef kare-kare. As a huge fan of this dish, I was disappointed to find the beef quite dry and tough. It also arrived without the traditional bagoong (shrimp paste) on the side, and the vegetables were undercooked--seemed to be just added on top of the dish after it was plated. We also tried the pork sisig, but it was almost entirely finely chopped fat with very little actual meat. While I appreciate the aesthetic and the quality of ingredients they are trying to use, the prices don't currently reflect the quality of the cooking. I hope they can dial in their recipes, as I'd love to see a Filipino spot thrive here. read more

Any review that isn't 5 stars is a joke! This place was phenomenal. Food, on point. Atmosphere / vibe, on point. Service (Millie), on point. My partner and I were so sad to see Von Bismarck go, BUT, what a consultation. Malaya is that girl, is going to be that girl, and if you aren't eating at Malaya, where are you eating?!?! Thank you Malaya, we'll be back soon! read more

Really rooting for this place to do well. My order took a lil longer than expected but I think the waitress noticed so she offered me a complimentary calamansi juice while I was waiting. It was delicious! They were doing a kaldereta special and I ordered that along with pork BBQ skewers. Everything was delicious! And the staff and their service were A++! Cant wait to bring my friends here read more

We've been waiting to visit the new location on Wells. Sooooo good! I'm a vegetarian and there are plenty of options and it was all tasty! We got take out but will def eat in next time. read more

Food is delicious. Ambiance and design done in good taste. Service phenomenal. Celebrated a birthday there and they gave us a card with handwritten birthday messages from the staff - such a special place! read more

Amazing food, service and atmosphere! I've tried almost everything on the menu and nothing disappoints. My fav is def the sisig!

I really appreciated how the Filipino culture was thoughtfully woven into the overall design of the restaurant. Reno rarely has Filipino spots that feel this inviting, so the attention to detail stood out. The dim lighting, open kitchen, and overall ambiance created such a warm, welcoming vibe. The ordering experience, however, could use some improvement. I ordered to-go: sisig, kare-kare, and a tapa sando. Unfortunately, the person taking my order accidentally rang in a calamansi tea instead of the sando, so multiple servers kept bringing me a tea after I had already mentioned I didn't order one. When I checked my receipt, I noticed the error. I was told it would be refunded and that I could keep the tea, even though I said I didn't mind paying for it. I haven't seen the refund yet -- which is fine -- but it was more about the principle. I was also disappointed to find out the entrées don't come with rice so I put in two orders of rice but it was underdone and a bit hard. That was a letdown, especially since rice is such an essential part of Filipino dishes. As for the food itself, the tapa sando was the hero, it was absolutely delicious. The kare-kare had generous portions of beef that were tender and flavorful. I'm used to a thicker, richer sauce, and this one leaned thinner, but it was still enjoyable. The bagoong had a sweeter note than I'm not accustomed to, which was interesting. The sisig hit all the right flavors and was very tasty overall, though there were a few large pieces of fat. Overall, it's a solid spot with great potential. I'd just love to see some refinement in the ordering process and food because when mistakes happen, you have to wait again, it takes away from a great vibe. read more

Love this place so much! Glad to see them thrive from food truck to brick and mortar restaurant. The food is delicious! Service is great. Vibes are high. Can't wait for summer to enjoy the patio, too! read more

Delicious Filipino food and wonderful atmosphere. Conscientious customer service. Highly recommend!

It was SUPER busy since they just opened, which usually means good things! BUT let's talk about the parking... it's ROUGH. The space is REALLY tight. There is street parking, but don't be surprised if you have to drive around a few times before snagging a spot! The staff was VERY kind and welcoming, so no complaints there! The food, though, needs some tweaking. We ordered the vegan pancit and it was VERY underwhelming barely any tofu (just TWO small pieces) and mostly veggies and it was $18!! For that price, I expected way more flavor aka BLAND!! The pork adobo was tender and had solid flavor, I'll give credit where it's due, BUT IT DIDN'T COME WITH RICE and was $20!! Then rice was an extra $4?! That just felt excessive for something that's normally included! The lumpia also didn't match the photos they promoted or what I've seen others post. It looked quickly put together and WASN'T CRISPY WHATSOEVER super PALE, like it needed more time in the fryer! Overall, the PRICING felt HIGH for the quality and portions we received. I probably wouldn't come back, but since they're brand new, I genuinely hope they iron out the issues! read more

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Lovely atmosphere; food had good flavor but was overpriced, especially at lunch. Meat was a little tough.

Had a wonderful experience at Malaya on Wells this evening. Went w a party of 4 and ordered a bunch of things to share. Everything was fresh w vibrant flavors. The service was noticeably great. Between the young lady (Matheo)? And the other folks who we ordered from I could feel the pride and appreciated the explanations on what to eat. Just a great night! Congrats Malaya for taking this new venture on, you are awesome! read more

This place is awesome! The food is incredible and the staff are attentive and very friendly.

The wait is long, food is alright it was first and maybe last.. limited space for seating as well ..

Ordered 1 plate at truckee Thursdays and it took more than 45 mins of waiting. Went to window twice to ask what happened. Keep being told I'm next. Haven't even tasted the food and I'm beyond annoyed. Hope it's worth the wait but at this point my expectations are low read more

I am absolutely in love with Malaya's food! I eat there often and loved it so much that I had them after my wedding. They did a beautiful catering job and took every need or want into consideration. They are always so friendly and kind as well. They're not only a go to for a good meal but I would absolutely consider them again for my guiltier catering needs. read more

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Malaya Eats is my go to place to eat when in the Reno area, and for good reason. They offer twists on popular Filipino cuisine. My favorites are the tapa sandwiches and the tinola ramen. Their customer service is great and is something highly worth trying especially as the weather is warming up. They truly do set your taste buds free read more

Delicious, hot lumpia at the riverside farmers market today! Came out super fast, nice and crispy and a sweet tangy sauce on the side! Definitely a must stop read more

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We couldn't have asked for a better caterer for our wedding! Our guests are still raving about the food! The service was warm, professional, and seamless from start to finish. Our personal favorite was the kare-kare, which was rich, flavorful, and unforgettable. They were so easy to work with throughout the whole process and helped make our day even more special. Highly recommend! read more

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Not only is the food incredible, but the owners and staff make you feel like part of the family.

We loooooove Malaya!! The food is fresh and amazing every single time. The people are some of the nicest you'll meet. You can tell Therese and Aren really love what they do because they put their all into this business. Definitely recommend!!!! read more

Food's not bad. Don't want to sound negative but if you're expecting authentic filipino taste, this isn't it. Portion size isn't the best. Tapsilog with no tapa or sinangag(garlic fried rice). read more

The food is good and the people are very friendly however the portions are very small. For $20 I got a tapa sandwich which was more like an appetizer. A few small pieces of steak, one egg and the rest is bread and slaw and sauce. Not filling and for that price they should include a side. Most every food truck does. Thanks for your info. It's nice to know that you use such high-quality ingredients. However, the steak I had was definitely not 125 g of meat. if that's the amount you claim to use that was not the amount I received Friday night from your food truck . read more

We used Malaya Eats for a catering event this past weekend and could not be more impressed. From the initial contact to the day of they were so easy to work with and provided great detail to the menu. Our guests loved the food and the kamayan experience was perfect for our celebration! Do not hesitate to book them for your next party! read more