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    Nanay's

    4.2 (332 reviews)
    ModerateFilipino
    Closed 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Kare Kare

    Food was "too legit to quit!" My wife and I were craving a Filipino breakfast of steamed rice, over easy eggs, and longanisa sausage, but chose brunch items after viewing the selections and savoring the aromas. I had pork adobo, Kare Kare, longsilog, Pancit Bihon, steamed rice, and melon juice. My wife had Kare Kare, longsilog, Pancit Bihon, steamed rice, and sago at gulaman juice. We shared a basket of lumpiang Shanghai. We enjoyed the option of selecting one scoop of steamed rice and one scoop of Pancit noodles and the suka (Filipino vinegar) and bagoong alamang (shrimp paste) are a must for the condiments. Everything was fresh, hot, well-balanced, flavorful, and delicious. My Filipino wife stated that this was most definitely authentic Filipino cuisine and the best she has enjoyed since moving to Arizona from Northern California 26 years ago. The staff remind you of typical hospitable Filipinos as they were all very welcoming, courteous, friendly, calm, patient, and we didn't feel rushed at all as we progressed through the line, making our selections. The smiles on the faces of all the servers were very genuine, cordial and inviting. The ambiance was very casual, but comfortable, and the music was on point and the perfect vibes. I highly recommend this dining establishment.

    Definitely need to try this place. My favorite Filipino dish is Dinuguan and man they do an awesome job making it.

    Michelle M.

    Love this place for authentic Filipino cuisine! You order the counter and once they are out of an item, they are out for the day. We arrived right as the last of the Dinuguan. My siblings and I each did the two entree combo so we all got to try something different and then we shared the lumpiang shanghai and lechon kawali. Very delicious for a quick casual meal and desert.

    Shu Huan Y.

    Love getting the 3 entree plate here for only 14.99 and comes with rice & soup! I fell in love with the sour punch and meaty pork! The service is fast but I'd try to come when they're open or early because sometimes their other stuff are sold out! We got mostly red meat dishes and will say there was a lot of pork/beef fat. I think i will opt for chicken next time but boy was it good! The halo halo was ok 8.99 but don't think will order again. The fried rolls were great and crunchy! Here has a very nice and spacious seating.

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    Vijay C.

    In a plaza on the corner of Warner and Alma is a lovely family owned restaurant serving delicious Filipino food. Cafeteria style you go in and pick and choose what items you want and you pay for the type of combinations. They have all the typical favorites, along with drinks and desserts. I got the pork bbq stick, sisig and Kare kare. Was so good went back the next morning for breakfast for the Longsilog. The service is lovely, the food is fresh, lots of seating inside and ample parking in the plaza. If you have a hankering for some Filipino food - or have always wanted to try it - can't recommend this location enough.

    Lechon kawali, pancit bihon and turon!
    Inday C.

    Did a delivery via Uber Eats. Was disappointed in the Lechon kawali. It was cut into pieces, then fried. Actually over cooked, fried too long. The pancit bihon was plain and had a few pieces of cabbage and chicken, had too much liquid in it and the noodles were cut into smaller portions. Needed more flavor. As I have food allergies, I called to make sure there were no shellfish in the pancit and the lady on the phone was very helpful and respectful. The best thing was the banana turon! Crispy and sweet to perfection. I may need to visit this place in person.

    &17.97 for these...ridiculous, pieces of pork are really small.
    Gene K.

    Thought we'd give it another try...never again..!!! Pancit didn't taste that good, very bland. Beef caldereta ($9.99 small container), not tender at all, very chewy and fatty...small adobo chicken ($8.99), mostly bone and skin and big pieces of potato, very little actual chicken. Being one of the few Filipino restaurants around, they can charge high amounts for subpar food. Wife is Filipina, and wanted to give another try...she agrees...never again!!!

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    Dane B.

    Filipino cuisine--a fiesta of flavors and culture it has been! The Tagalog word "Nanay" means mother or mom, which evokes the idea that nothing beats a good home-cooked meals prepared by mothers. Nanay's Restaurant in Chandler truly satisfied my cravings for Filipino-style cooking. It absolutely did! I am always excited to let other culture taste our own dishes. I am glad my luncheon date (his first time to enjoy Filipino food) had nothing but praises, finding the food rich in flavors. They have a cafeteria-style of ordering--fall in line, choose from the displayed dishes, and pay at the counter. The line was short when we arrived, but it quickly grew as more people (not just Filipinos) came in. The food options were overwhelming and so inviting that we ended up ordering a lot and taking some home. While ordering, I explained each dish- some of the ingredients and cooking methods. We had first and the most important of all, RICE. For Asians, Rice is Life. We had Dinuguan (pork/beef blood stew), Sinigang (Filipino sour soup), Longganisa (Filipino sausage), Beef Caldereta (beef stew), and Sinugbang Baboy (grilled pork). For dessert, we enjoyed Turon (sweet, crispy roll with banana inside) and Ube Halaya (purple yam pudding). Throughout, I kept telling my big foodie date, "You have to taste this! This is really good! We always cook this at home!" Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! The service was quick and friendly. I speak their language and I had a good chat with the staff. It felt nostalgic, like being transported back to the Philippines. Growing up, I always came home to delicious, home-cooked meals. My family had a small restaurant serving home-cooked style meals. When there is no school, I often helped out that I have learned to cook and found love for cooking. Sharing home-cooked food meant eating together as a family, respecting the table full of blessings, and never wasting food. So, if you have never tried Filipino cuisine yet, Nanay's is the place to go. 'She' will not disappoint you.

    Vernee D.

    I think my last review was the same time around last year, and everything is still very good! The only issue is they have become busier and I have to wait a little longer! Great service still, especially when Ate Ferlyn checks us out and waves us goodbye!

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    Leland S.

    I was looking for Filipino spots, this was a popular one that stood out in many of the Filipino recommendations. Here was my experience. AMBIANCE: Parking: Plaza parking so there's a lot of room. I didn't have any issues. Seating: Inside seating, great for small and large groups. There's room for about 40 people. Vibes: It's in a not to flashy place. Just a general plaza with other restaurants and everyday stores. The place itself is pretty nice. I enjoyed the top 40 music for some familiar sounds. I like the simple decor of pictures of the Philippines or bilaos. They have a karaoke machine too if you're into that. Great for families, quick Filipino food, or catering.! FOOD: Kaldereta (Recommend) This was the most recommended and I can see why. The beef was juicy, well sauced. There was a good portion of peas and potatoes. What makes this different from other ones I had are there mushrooms. It added a nice extra umami kick to it. Chicken Adobo (Recommend) This was comforting. I make a pretty good batch but for what's given in Arizona... I approved. Chicken well cooked and well marinated. Peanuts (Recommend) For a great all-round snack, this is good. Little nutty sweetness but nice salted savory touch to it. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great people! Friendly servers that were quick and helpful. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars. I enjoyed my visit here. Visiting from California, this place held it down and represented. Great choices, good food, all at a reasonable price. For those craving Filipino food, be sure to check this spot out. #FilipinoFoodMovement TIPS: * Come early! This spot is no hidden gem!

    Three entree lunch

    I got the 3 entree lunch which said it comes with rice and soup. But I only got 3 items with rice without the soup. My friends also paid extra for their dishes. The pricing isn't transparent up front and I think they know it. Seems like a scam. Even then, everything was so salty. Not coming back.

    Amanda C.

    A bit conflicted on our second time here. We definitely will return though because the value is so good. We ordered two 3 entree plates to go and some dishes were extra greasy (which is expected so its fine) but the longanisa was strangely soft this time. The casing should have a crispy crunch to it when you bite into it. We were disappointed in that! Garlic rice was extra flavorful this time which we enjoyed. I liked that they gave us 2 different soups versus just the usual 1. The new soup was healthier and more refreshing than the usual sinigang they offer.

    Halo halo
    Gretel Y.

    Nanay's is the real deal! Nanay's specializes in authentic Filipino food served "turo-turo" (meaning point-point) which is a cafeteria-style service in which you pick a combo of entrees from an array of dishes warming on a steam table. My friends and I arrived on a Saturday shortly after they opened, which I highly recommend doing. They get busy quickly and there will be a long line to order. Most, if not all of the employees are Filipino and have that warm and welcoming nature that Filipinos are known for, especially back home. Nanay's offers traditional dishes like dinuguan, adobo, monggo, and more. They also offer traditional desserts like halo halo, taho, turon, and more. I was super excited about the taho! I think it's been 10 years or close to since I've had it. I immediately ordered taho as well as the two fish entrees they offered, both were fried. The food transported me back to Philippines. I was even tempted to eat with my hands. The food was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The crispy fish I ordered had the best crunch. Both fish entrees went well with the garlic rice, though I would have liked more garlic in the rice. We had to end our meal on a sweet note, with halo halo! The halo halo was big and great for sharing. My gf and I barely finished it. Can't wait to go back!

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    Very great food!! I enjoyed it, I will be visiting again when I am in the area. ...............

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    Great service, great food always accommodating and always clean and the sweets are to die for! Family favorite in the valley!!!

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    Amazing Filipino traditinal food. We travel from the northwest valley to this place for the great food.

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    Decent spot to get my Filipino food fix. I love their adobo. 3 item combo is like a feast.

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    Ask the Community - Nanay's

    Do they have offer the taho every day?

    only on the weekends

    Do you have pig belly Lechon?

    Yes they do!

    Do they deliver?

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    Typically how much is there buffet on the weekend and till what time?

    Do you have buffet on Saturday and Sunday morning?

    How much is their halo halo?

    Their menu board shows it for $6.00.

    Do you sell pandesal?

    I didnt see it on the menu, in the restaurant, or on anyones plate.

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    5.0(4 reviews)
    10.4 mi

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    We chose My Tita's Kusina to cater the big celebration of life party for my parents memorial. It…read morewas so easy, even in such a difficult time, as Melissa and her team were so responsive, understanding, kind, and professional. Everyone (including the Filipinos from all over the United states) was raving about the food and the catering team set up, broke down, and made the whole experience a joy, even in all the sorrow. We had BBQ skewers (they went FAST! Get a lot!), lumpia (chicken and pork, but we sampled the vegan ones and they were amazing as well, get more because these went faster than the skewers!), Kare Kare (so tasty), Beef Kaldereta (classic and delicious), and Ginataan, Biko, and Mango Shortcake (soooo perfect). But, we all know adobo is the benchmark in filipino food and My Tita's Kusina's is the bomb for sure. We made the leftovers into a great silog breakfast the next day and it was heaven. I can't say enough how delicious the food was, and you can tell it's all cooked from the heart. If you're vegan, Melissa made some of the most interesting and wonderful vegan versions of Filipino food I have ever tasted. I know our family will be coming back to the area hopefully very often to spend time with my brother and his kids here all together and we know who we're calling for the good stuff! Thank you again to The My Tita's Kusina team!

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    5.9 mi
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    Date today is 04/27/2026 at 430pm - whoever is working today management wise needs to be fired!!…read moreVery disappointed, DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS LOCATION!! Came to this jollibee location like we usually do because its the only location in AZ. came in at 350pm. Mind you there werent anyone there but a couple thats eatting. My family and i thought we would get our food right away since its not that busy! BUT WRONG!! waited 30 plus mins. There were a bunch of workers in the kitchen walking around acting like theyre doing something but nothing!! Giggling and just talking, If i didnt go up in the counter and ask for my food, i dont think i wouldve gotten my orders. By this time around it is packed and alot of people are waiting. By the time i got my orders at 430pm the food was not good it tasted like it has been sitting for a long time!! Im so disappointed and pissed off we drove so far just to get this food and its soo disappointing!!! Not coming back in this location!! They need new management and they need to trained the workers better and have better sense of urgency. Its ridiculous!!!

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    5.4 mi

    I have been following PHX Lechon Roasters for a few years on IG, but i had yet to catch them out on…read morethe street. That record ended the other month at the Mesa Night Market and it was better than I expected! Follow their IG account to get where they'll be located and chop times. And get there at least 30 minutes before chop to get in line. Otherwise you'll be standing in line with 100+ people waiting for delicious spit roasted porky goodness. Get a plate for there and take a lb or two home! Tip... Eat the skin right then and there. After it's cold, it's chewy imo. Or crisp it back up in an air fry when you get home. The Achara, Sawsawan, and Liver Sauce put the pork over the top! Looking forward to getting more porky goodness here soon!

    I saw this pop-up (I'm ass advertised on the Arizona Asians Facebook group, so my fiancé and I went…read morethere for lunch on the Fourth of July. They were set up in the parking lot of the Wandering Tortoise. We just moved from Albuquerque recently. We didn't have much of Filipino food there. So I was thrilled to be able to have some!! The pork skewers were delicious. It's a little hard to eat but so good. I liked their Mac salad as well. The lechon was tasty as well :) The service was also pretty good--charming, friendly staff.

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    Nana’s Kitchen - Nanas soul

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    4.2(207 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Nana's Kitchen is that spot. The food and the service were so good I literally downloaded the Yelp…read moreapp just to leave a review--and that should tell you everything. From the first bite, it was clear this wasn't just cooked food, it was made with intention. Hot, fresh, flavorful, and straight from the soul. Let's just say Tabitha Brown wasn't lying--everything is good. No exaggeration. This is comfort food done right. No shortcuts, no bland plates, just real flavor and care in every bite. Very delicious and absolutely worth the hype. Tips: Parking can be limited and the wait can be long, so come prepared. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and definitely use the restroom before you arrive. Trust me--you'll want to focus on the food once you get it.

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    3.9(154 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    Wholly Grill is located in the food court at Mekong Plaza in the Mesa Asian District. They offer up…read moreinexpensive Filipino-style in a casual setting. I have been by here many times to pick up food because I know a lot of Filipinos. Some dishes that you find here are Lechon Kawali, Pancit, Liempo, Lumpia and BBQ Chicken. Majority of the menu is combination plates and side times. I love that they have a menu on the wall with pictures. I live close by and stop by Mekong Plaza often. While walking round, I like stopping by Wholly Grill to take something home for dinner. The Lechon Kawali is really good and one of my favorite entrees. They also have Halo Halo here. You can grab for togo or eat in the food court area of Mekong Plaza where they have plenty of seating.

    Want a Filipino taste that's real? Come to Wholly Grill!…read more If you're craving authentic Filipino cuisine, drop by Wholly Grill inside Mekong Plaza. I've been here several times, and it has become my go-to spot whenever I miss traditional Filipino food or find myself shopping for Asian groceries at Mekong Supermarket. On our recent visit, we savored the crispy skin and tender meat of the lechon and enjoyed the Longsilog--a portmanteau of three Filipino words: Longganisa (Filipino sausage), Sinangag (fried rice), and Itlog (egg). Wholly Grill also offers standout dishes like Sisig paired with Atchara. Sisig has no direct English translation but can be described as "sizzling chopped meat." Traditionally made from pork (often the face, ears, and snout), it's seasoned with spices, lime, onions, and chili, and served on a sizzling plate. It's a dish so remarkable that celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain once called it the food that "will win the hearts and minds of the world as a whole." Meanwhile, Atchara, made from pickled unripe papaya, perfectly complements the savory goodness of Sisig. Growing up, I often had Atchara with meals, as my dad used to make jars of it using papayas from our backyard trees. Another must-try at Wholly Grill is the Lechon Kawali, served with the iconic Mang Tomas sauce. With its crispiness and juiciness, every bite is a burst of flavor and satisfaction. To fully satisfy my cravings, I never miss their delicious desserts like Puto Kutsinta (steamed rice cake), Suman (sticky rice wrapped in banana leaves), and cassava cake. Every visit to Wholly Grill is truly satisfying, and the affordable prices make it even better. I always look forward to coming back.

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