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I took my partner here to celebrate a birthday and it was perfect. The restaurant is dim, moody, and elegant. Also loved that I could take him here without breaking the bank. We ordered the hamachi, the pork belly, and the kare kare, and had the halo halo for dessert. I also got the karaoke girl cocktail. I would say the portion sizes are in the small side but for everything we ordered between the two of us, we did end up being full enough, not belly hurting. Every bite is well balanced with yummy flavors and textures. Leanne was our server and she was awesome. I love when servers describe the dish and recommend how to get the best bite. Can't wait to come back!
I thought this meal was top notch! We ordered the shrimp skewers, the chicken skewers, the roti which came topped with shredded coconut, the crispy chicken skin, and the yellow tail Hamachi. Everything was pretty decent except the Hamachi was literally the best I have had anywhere. It was served on a sweet and savory ginger citrus foam and it was absolutely out of this world. Truly, one of the best bites I've had. The service and ambiance was also pretty decent. Overall, really happy with the meal
Rating: 4.2/5 [dine in] The place is beautifully decorated with ambient lighting. I love the bar area and the cool bar seats. It's definitely a spot with great vibes, but I do think their food and drinks are overpriced for the portions. They were out of the papaya salad and dragon fruit ceviche when we went, which was disappointing. Lechon ($30): Crispy pork belly with bang bang sauce, lettuce, and atcharra. The portion was small with about six slices, and while the outside was very crispy, it was actually too tough to chew through. Kinilaw ($22): Thick slices of crudo hamachi. The fish didn't taste very fresh and had a slight fishy taste. I'd recommend eating a whole piece in one bite though to get that flavor bomb effect with the ikura and seasonings. Talaba Sariwa ($21): Comes with six fresh oysters and two sauces. My husband and friend loved them and said they were big and fresh. I didn't try them myself. We were going to get the Saturday Morning Cartoons cocktail ($20), which has ube and coconut, but our waitress mentioned it's heavy and more like a dessert, so we opted for the Filippine Myth instead. Filippine Myth ($21): Kasama 7yr, Poblano, Pineapple, Coconut, Orange. Really good cocktail that's sweet but balanced. Just don't let the ice melt too much or it'll taste watered down. 1000 Miles North ($20): El Tesoro Reposado, Rosaluna Mezcal, Banana Demerara, Tiki Bitters. Not overly smoky, which I liked. It has a slightly sweet aftertaste and is very drinkable. Pinoy Mezze ($17): Roti with mango pico, sarsang talong (marinated eggplant), and atcharra. I loved the roti since it had coconut flakes and was perfectly crispy. The sides were mild and not as flavorful as I hoped. I still prefer Mediterranean-style eggplant dips more. Baboy Skewer ($6) and Manok Skewer ($5): The menu says "skewers," but each order only comes with one which feels misleading. That said, both were juicy and perfectly seasoned. Garlic Rice ($4): Looked plain white with no visible garlic bits, but you could definitely taste the flavor. I'm curious how they infused it.
Loved the intimate feel of this restaurant, we went here for date night and it was the perfect spot. This a a Filipino restaurant that is serving a lot of classics with a focus on the sauces. My favorite things at this restaurant were the oysters and some kind of spicy margarita that was rimmed with coconut and a candied orange on top. The oysters were cold and served with homemade fish and hot sauce, get this :). The margarita was so refreshing! We did order the lechon, the lumpia, and chicken wings. All these items were good but I wish the lechon had more flavor/meat, the lumpia were crunchier, and the chicken wings had more flavor. Also, the service is too notch here. Our server was very nice and next time I will come here to get their oxtail signature dish.
We came here with another couple for a date night. We were able to make a reservation the day before. The ambiance was great with dim lighting throughout. It is quite cozy as they don't have alot of space so the tables are close together. We ordered a few different drinks. The vodka infused girly drink I got was very light. There was a large ice block in the middle so there wasn't much to it. My husband didn't like it at all. The spicy margarita was delicious and everyone liked it. There was one other drink that the guy at our table got and he said it was just okay. The drink menu online doesn't match what we got, so I can't tell you what it was now. We weren't sure how the menu worked but everything is really designed as smaller plates to share. We were able to order quite a few things. We got one of each skewer and they were all very good...probably one of our favorite things. The chicken was very tender and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. The papaya salad was also one of my personal favorites, although I oddly don't really like papaya. The papaya looked like ribbons of pasta. I could have passed on the dragon fruit ceviche. The flavors just weren't there for me. The worst dish of the night was the cold egg plant dish....yuck!!! We all agreed that the flavors didn't go together. Something in it was incredibly overpowering and fishy. The "main dishes" we got were the steak, pancit, chicken wings, ribs (secret menu) and lumpia. The lumpia were crispy and piping hot. The inside wasn't mushy at all. They were also a group favorite. I was really looking forward to the pancit but it disappointed. There were lots of veggies and little noodles. It was okay. The chicken wings were tender and very flavorful. I could have had a dozen for myself. They are a decent size as well. The steak was good but a very small portion. The ribs were very tender and I loved what they put on top. It has a little heat to it. We had the halo-halo for dessert. It was fun to eat with little surprises throughout. My only complaint is that the ice was not very soft. It was great to try a little bit of everything. Was it worth $340, probably not but it was a fun meal.
OKO is bold, charismatic, and every bite is full of flavored and purposeful cooking. From the moment we arrived we were greeted and seated immediately and our waitress moved quickly. The setting is intimate and cozy giving a homey feel. We ordered a few items and the food was broken up into segments. Here's what we ate: Lumpia - perfectly crisped and salty outside. The inner pork filling tastes savory and delicious although the texture is a bit strange, almost hotdog like Pancit - delicious. The vegetables are cooked to perfection and the sauce is bold and savory allowing the noodles to soak it up Garlic rice - light and flavorful. Garlic rice is so simple of an idea but the execution here is spot on Baboy - the pork skewers are otherworldly. Flavored to perfection with the slightest char. The meat is juicy but not tough, the best item we had all night Halo halo - a towering desert with flan, ube ice cream, and the other usual toppings. It is so hard to find halo halo in Austin and not only do they have it, they pulled it off to perfection From the food to the impeccable service, OKO stands out amongst not only the best restaurants in the area but of all Asian restaurants in the city. If you come to Austin and don't stop by you are doing yourself a disservice. This is easily a 5 star restaurant and we hope to see it with some Michelin recognition soon.
Dined here for our second time. Don't sleep on this place! The vibe is fantastic. The service is great. And the food is amazing. We ordered two that we had before (the pinoy mezze roti platter and the LECHON pork belly), and then tried some new dishes. Everything was prepared, cooked, and flavored beautifully. I had low expectations on the papaya salad, as in, "it'll just be a papaya salad, right?" I was surprised at the flavor and the add-in/toppings on it that added to the texture and flavor! (Or actually, I've only eaten at a high end philipino restaurant in Miami once, and was underwhelmed there...so maybe I'm just not up to speed on the cuisine). Excited to try something new the next time we go! Paid parking lots behind the restaurant. Also across and down the street a little.
Oko has taken over the former Ah Sing Den space, bringing their own Filipino flair and a fresh new vibe. This spot definitely caters to adventurous eaters as some of the ingredients and flavors may be unfamiliar but that's part of the fun! I tried the fish collar special, which was packed with flavor, the Pinoy mezze with delicious roti, and the Baboy & Manok skewers with rice all of which impressed. Prices were reasonable, presentation was on point and the service was attentive. The only thing I'd love to see added? Happy hour specials as that would make me come back even more often!
Re: Brunch I actually like their brunch menu more than their dinner menu. It's less crowded so cheaper street parking is available. Plus they have a delicious and elevated Filipino brunch menu! The gluten free bibingka French toast with coconut is to die for. I also ordered the tocilog which is a lot more elevated and higher quality cut of meat than any Tocino you've ever had. Calamansi juice is available by special order from the bartender. He mixed it just like it came from my Lola's Calamansi tree in the Philippines. We are already planning our next brunch date!
This place has changed many times, but I have to say they did a really good job on this new one. It has a nice twist and interesting dishes. None of the food was disappointing, which was great. The staff is very nice and I loved that they knew what to recommend and explain to you the menu, which is always very helpful. We got a wide variety of things to share since it was about six of us girls having girls dinner. We got the eggrolls, some noodles, veggies, steak, fish, chicken, skewers, and then two types of desserts. Everything was so good. When they came to the cocktails, the selection was OK. I sadly did have to send my drink back at one point because the old-fashioned did not taste like an old-fashioned. It tasted like pure bourbon on the rocks and was very hard to drink. They were nice enough to fix that and calm the other one. I will say they definitely need to up their game when it comes to wine. They did not have a good selection on this.
This would've been a great 5 star review if it weren't for some problems during my specific visit. First off, let's start with the great parts! Drinks are good and the cocktails are really fun. Our waitress recommended me the Rock Lee and it was my favorite drink of the night. My waitress was also overall really great and fun. Food is also super good all around. The appetizers were good, the oxtail was great, and the oysters were somehow a smash hit. The vibes are so fun for a girl's night out or a date, and even the bar seating feels intimate yet fun. Although I had a reservation, they did not have our table ready. The hostess that day did a great job addressing that and managing our expectations, so there's nothing wrong there for me. I just had a problem with my huge regret ordering the halo halo. Was the halo halo good? It was as expected other than the three blonde hairs in my dessert. One would've been something I could maybe look over but it kept coming. Am I just unlucky?! It's such a busy looking dessert that it's almost impossible to avoid the area of contamination. No benefit of the doubt considering me and my partner have black hair. Just an unfortunate end to the meal.
I stumbled upon OKO on Yelp while I was in the area and decided to stop in for dinner. The vibes were definitely right--dim lights, good music, and a really nice bar setup. It's on the smaller side, but that made it feel more intimate, which I liked. Now for the food... not so much. I started with the shrimp skewer, which unfortunately came out cold. The flavor was decent, but the temperature threw me off. Egg rolls were ok. Then came the oxtail--this dish was veryyy peanut-forward (something I wasn't told ahead of time). The sauce was super heavy, but weirdly had no flavor, and everything on the plate was kind of hidden under squash or something else on top, so I wasn't even sure what I was looking at at first. The oxtail itself was tender, but the whole dish was bland and not served hot. Honestly, I left hungry and ended up grabbing food on the way home. On the bright side, the service was really good, so props to the staff for being attentive. Overall, great vibes and service, but the food definitely missed the mark for me idk if I'll be back sadly I wanted to like this spot!
Ordered 5-6 dishes for two people, and sadly was most impressed by the starter. The kinilaw was delicious but small, with flavorful bites of sweetness, acidity, and refreshing seafood. We gobbled up the sauce and were really excited for the next orders. Overall, I felt the rest was a blur. Bone marrow was good but standard for marrow, the veg slaws were alright, the chicken was a nice texture, sauces tasty but nothing special. The halo halo looked fun, but was a mess in practicality, with everything vertically stacks and not much room for error if things fell. Overall, most things were decent but not memorable or outstanding. Drinks were interesting and tasty, but in a small cup with a giant ice cube. The final bill equated to the same prices as some fine dining. Probably would not come back.
2 years ago
Delicious upscale take on Filipino food! Service was great - we made a reservation for dining room but were sat at this long family / communal table for 6 people or so, a little odd but still cute spot inside. Decor is a bit more simple compared to what ah sing den used to look like inside. We ordered the kinilaw (hamachi crudo with coconut milk cream) - crazy flavors!! I still don't know if I loved it but the flavors were insane, creamy but also spicy and a little herb too. The lumpia is a must get - unfortunately you only get two per order but they are a good size! Delicious lumpia - can't go wrong here. Chicken wings were my fiancées favorite! The fish sauce flavor is great and wings are perfectly cooked - side of lime is a nice touch too! We ordered the lechón and a side of garlic rice to split for our main dish - it comes with lettuce and veggies and sauces on the side to make little lechón wraps! Overall great dish - only complaint is I wish lechón would be a bit crispier but still good! Halo halo stole the show for me personally! I love the ube ice cream and all the mixings!! It's so fun and amazing dessert. read more
2 years ago
Went to Oko shortly after they opened for a friend's birthday. She made reservations for 4 but we had an extra and they were quick to rearrange to accommodate for 5 so that was very much appreciated. For starters, we got the Kinilaw (hamachi), Talaba Sariwa (raw oysters), Baboy/Manok (pork/chicken) skewers, chicken skin chicharon, and sinigang na pak-pak (chicken wings). All these were amazing and done very well. The wings, pork skewers, and chickin skin chicharon were probably my favorites. For the larger items, we got the lechon, pancit chami, oxtail kare-kare, and tadyang (pork ribs). The lechon was probably the best thing out of them. Our oxtail kare-kare was missing the bone marrow. Overall, other than the lechon, these were a bit salty for our taste. The preferred the appetizers over these dishes. The lechon may be the only thing we'd order again out of these. Being a Filipino place, one of my favorite dishes is sisig, so I asked them if they had some variation of that or if they would in the future. That's when our waiter told us we "unlocked" a secret menu item. Apparently there's a secret menu, but they hadn't officially started it yet, but after asking the chef, he made it happen so we did have sisig on a sizzling plate that was made from pork head meat. That was pretty amazing. This restaurant has a great vibe, the staff is very attentive and knowledgeable about the food, and the drinks were pretty good too. Hopefully after some tweaks some items will not be as salty, but overall a great meal. read more
This was my second time at OKO, and once again, it did not disappoint. We started with the octopus ceviche--so flavorful that I was tempted to drink the sauce straight from the bowl. The wagyu bistec was juicy and perfectly cooked, and the ribs (which I was thrilled to find still available on the secret menu!) were just as incredible as I remembered from my first visit. Everything was delicious, the service was great, and the vibe was spot on. Looking forward to coming back again and again! read more
Oko? More like Oh No! Probably not a place that I will revisit, we walked in on a Saturday evening and the host informed us that there won't be a table until 3 hours later. I went online and immediate reserved a table in 15mins LOL. So the host finally sat us and let us know that she needed a table within an hour - no big deal, we had to go before that anyways. Food was very mediocre, everything was either too salty, rock hard, or tasteless. We ordered three main courses (Pata, Tadyang, and Pancit Chami) and one appetiser - chicken skewer (Manok). The only dish we enjoyed was the Manok, it serves with roti which we thought it was decent. All three main courses were disappointment, the so called "crispy" pata was not crispy but rock hard and it's a bit overcooked. Other 2 main courses are just not up to standard - the noodles tasted just like instant noodles that I can get from 99 ranch. Tadyang was a bit too salty for us. Service was really slow, we had to pour our own water and the host checked in with us to ask our table back. We were confused because there were literally no one serving us properly. The bill wasn't cheap, it just wasn't justified for the price tag. read more
2 years ago
I was very excited to check out Oko for their grand opening! As a lover of Filipino food, I was so excited to try a new spot in Austin. My husband and I came with a friend to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The main door is located off of E 6th where Ah Sing Den was located. I love the funky low light vibe Oko gives. Green, brown and hint of yellow gives a cool and collected type of feel. The restaurant is small with sit down tables and bar seats. The menu highlights traditional dishes with a modern twist. I was excited to see the Tagalog language used throughout with clear dish descriptions. We ordered 4 dishes for 3 people and had room for dessert and probably 2 more dishes. My favorites were the Sinigang na pak-pak and the pancit. The Kare -Kare and Lechon had great flavor, but I was eating more fat than meat :(. The meal made me feel a little greasy and heavy. For dessert, Oko surprised us with flan for our anniversary. It was an interesting take with manchengo cheese! Service was friendly and accommodating all around. Overall, Oko is worth trying with a group of friends or a dinner night out! read more
Overall loved the ambience and service when I walked in! It's small so recommending making a reservation if you have a big group! I got the lumpia and chicken adobo and both were delicious! My server was very personable and speedy with getting my food out! read more
1 year ago
I was led in by their reputation, not realizing the swank bar/restaurant is in the old East Side Showroom space, and finally holding it down with grace. The menu is made for sharing, better during Happy Hour which runs every business day W-Su (including some choice food items). I was delighted to be served an Island Allegory (reminiscent of a pina colada, sans booze) in a cute ceramic panda glass (LITTLE things!!) with the most excellent 3-piece Pak Pak wings. Caramelized tamarind fish sauce is slightly sweet and tangy on a crunchy exterior, with a generous, juicy wing. Feels like being transported to vacation in a few short sips & bites. I'd definitely recommend returning with friends, as most menu items are larger and suited for sharing. Great for a night out or a group setting! read more
Wow, my friend and I have heard really good things about OKO, but we were blown away by our recent visit. Austin doesn't have many Filipino spots, and I've a huge Filipino food fan, so my friend really wanted to take me here. First impression is that it's a very cute and vibey space, and it's perfect for date night. The bartenders are incredibly friendly and are not only knowledgable about the drinks but also know which drinks to order with what food. My friend ordered a red wine (not sure which one because I'm not well versed), and I don't even like reds but I thought it was really nice, pleasant, and not as dry. I was in love with my ube cocktail, which is one of their signatures. It tastes just like a dessert. We ordered quite a few dishes to share, and they happened to have a lovely fish special that day! My friend loves steamed/fried fish, so it was a must order. It came out last, and it was the highlight of our meal. They utilize everything in the kitchen and from the bar, so they were trying to come up with a way to utilize the caramel. The fish ended up having a really lovely sweet taste, and it was incredibly flaky and fried to perfection. My friend and I also loved the pork skewers. They tasted great just by themselves, but we had fun rating each of the sauces. Garlic rice is so good that you can eat it by yourself, but I recommend eating it with the fish. The braised oxtail is phenomenal. There's not that much protein and the sauce is a bit heavy, but it has a flavor profile that's rare to find in Austin. We had a wonderful experience, and we can't wait to come back. Please make the fish a permanent item on your menu! It's phenomenal. read more
As a Filipino American, I am HEAVILY critical of Filipino fusion/inspired restaurants.. and this one delivered. Based on what we got.. What to order: Garlic rice - obvi a staple.. I once cried as a child because my pizza didn't come with garlic rice Kinilaw - the best fresh bite to counteract all the heavy/savory to come later on Lola Benita's lumpia - comes with two large lumpia (egg rolls). An approachable dish Sinigang na pak-pak - 3 perfectly crispy wings, it does lean fishy (but the authentic kinda fishy I love) so fair warning for those used to American style chicken wings. Comes with wet wipes so you can eat with your hands! Lechon - a MUST. Pork belly was cooked to perfection, served like Asian lettuce wraps at other establishments What to pass on: Bistec - this was just mid, there are much better options on the menu, but it's approachable like the lumpia above I do wish there was just a little more emphasis on Filipino influences, but I do understand they want to keep it elevated and approachable for people unfamiliar with the culture. I'll be back to finish trying the menu very very soon Salamat! read more
The atmosphere and ambiance of the restaurant was better than I expected it to be and way nicer than what photos depicted of this place! The wait was a bit long, I do recommend since it's such a small place and so popular to limit each table. We had to wait about 40 mins after our reservation time to be seated. I came with my Filipino friend and he enjoyed the oxtail soup and chicken skewers very much! The lechon could be a bit more crispier but the spread is so nice and I definitely recommend getting it! I love chicken wings so that was a must order for me but it tasted like any regular chicken wings. The garlic rice is a must order since these dishes don't come with them and it's just nice to balance out the seasoning with some good old garlic rice! The service was top tier here and overall my new favorite restaurant in East Austin! Shoutout to the chef for checking all the foods that went out to the tables that night! I only see that in movies hehehe. read more
Chef Harold's modern take on Filipino cuisine proves to be an elevated, yet nostalgic experience. My taste buds were dancing with joy at every bite. The space itself is small and intimate, but with plenty of seating (it would be wise to make reservations in advance). The staff was helpful and attentive and all the food came out in a timely manner. The cocktails and mocktails were thoughtfully crafted, but onto the food. - Kinilaw: The habanero sauce gives a delayed, but mild kick. The fish itself is fresh. The roe gives it a nice saltiness and the green onions provide a good textural crunch. My only critique is it could've used to acid like calamansi. - Sinigang wings: Such a good idea to add tamarind powder to the line, almost like a "choose your own adventure." The wings were juicy, right amount of salt, and overall good flavor. - Pork BBQ: It was fatty and tender with good char. The banana ketchup had good sweetness, the bang bang sauce offered a saltiness, and the last sauce had some spice to it. - Pancit canton: So nostalgic. Nice thick noodles, good citrus flavor, and a good crunch with the carrots. - Lechon: This might've been my least favorite. It was too salty and the pork skin was so chewy, not crispy at all. Be warned that the liver mousse is strong in flavor, but I thought it went well with the meat. - Kare kare: I was off put by this as it looks very oily, but that's because of the oxtail and bone marrow. The flavor was so good! It didn't look creamy, but had the perfect peanut butter flavor that wasn't too overpowering. I could smell the shrimp paste too, but it didn't overpower the dish either. The veggies were tender and cooked really well and it came with garlic rice to complement it. It is a heavy, but well done dish. - Halo halo: Also nostalgic. The ube ice cream was the perfect sweetness. - Flan: Don't sleep on this dessert! It was so creamy and silky, the caramelization was perfect, the texture was spot on, and the manchego cheese was a surprising, yet wonderful, addition to the dish. I'm glad to see some additional Filipino representation in the Austin dining scene. Highly recommend! read more
Tldr; Notable dishes: - Lola's Lumpia - Pak-pak wings - FLAN WITH SHAVED MANCHEGO Chef Harold is one of the great ones with a REAL vibe and that vibe extends to his food and vision. The right amount of cultural call-back fused with modern food appeal. As you approach Oko, you know you're approaching because you're already bopping to the 90s hip-hop that Chef carries with him from NYC. You walk in and, while the lights are dim and the mood is set for a good time, you feel relaxed with the touches of live plants and home plate ware. Pro-tip: Don't hold back from using your hands. Soaking up all the jus from the bones and broth, and lick. those. fingers. We made sure to add the side garlic rice to the Kare-Kare to make sure none of the sauce was left behind. We used our hands to pack the greens with the lechón, atcharra, and pinakuret. Again, don't be afraid to use your hands. It's only been a week since Oko opened and we already agree that Chef's decision on this location has to be prime and we congratulate him. Food menu is perfect (and not overwhelming). Food service is fast (we did hope to feel a little less rushed, though). Overall, a fantastic taste of the Philippines FINALLY making it's way to Austin more permanently. Looking forward to what else the Oko fam has on store, and we'll be back for the extensive drink list. Cheers! read more
1 year ago
Came here for my birthday dinner and Oko did not disappoint us when it comes to service. The food; however, leave with much to be desired. It's definitely not your authentic Filipino food. Their dishes are fusion so come with that expectation. They also offer some great cocktail options that we didn't get to try but our fellow dinners next to us had a lot of great things to say. - Talaba Sariwa - Fresh oysters (4.5/5) one of our favorite dishes from the meal. Fresh oysters and love their twist on the vinegar and sour chili sauce - Octopus ceviche (special off the menu item)- (4/5) - fresh seafood with complex ceviche flavor. They did not skim on the octopus so we appreciated that. Glad we tried as it's not on their regular menu. - Sinigang Na Pak-pak (chicken wings) - (3.5/5) good flavor but is on the salty side. The wings are huge but the whole piece was quite tough. We all ended up having to use our bare hands to grab and eat the wings. It's how we (our family) eat wings at home anyways but it was no way we could ear this chicken with our knifes and forks. So come prepared! - Adobong Manok at Baboy (3/4) - this is their version of chicken and pork belly adobo and is extremely oily. Flavor was good. It comes with garlic rice which was quite good (4.4/5). Flavor is deep but not authentic like the ones I've had at other Filipino mom and pop restaurants in Austin area or at my Filipino friends' home. - Oxtail kare kare (4/5) - good flavor if you like oxtail. It's very creamy and heavy as the sauce is a peanut butter mix with bone marrow and dried shrimps. Definitely something we can't eat everyday but it's a treat especially if eaten with their garlic rice or the roti! We ordered the roti to eat with the kare kare sauce and it was chef's kiss! - Pancit canton (3.5/5) I don't think this dish is authentic either. Pancit I'm used to has thin rice noodles but this one is made with thick egg type of noodle. Must be a different version or an Oko twist. It has a lot of veggies and filling due to the large egg noodles. A squeeze of line onto the dish will really help freshen up the dish. Still not pie favorite, unfortunately. - Halo Halo (4/5) I think this was the star of the show. Loved the flavor of the ube ice cream and the jelly/milky shaved ice on the bottom of the dessert. It's a big dessert and definitely can share if you're willing to do that. :-) Overall, I enjoyed the experience here as the service was great. Our server was attentive and helped made my celebration special (also offered birthday ice cream - green tea with candle to blow) , but we did not like the food much. Most likely will not come back but it's one of those im glad I got to try especially of the lack of Filipino restaurant options in town. read more
2 years ago
THE BIG: Oko took over the Ah Sing Den location and is in the heart of East 6th. The front door doesn't open so you have to go through the side. Very chic indoor space with quick service. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I came here with the wife and a friend. A bunch of us were waiting outside when it opened at 5pm and didn't realize you have to go through the side door to get in. The wine list is big (which is awesome) and the food menu is small (which is also awesome). We got the pak pak (fried chicken), the pancit, kare kare, and lechon. The lechon I swear was just pure fat. I didn't taste any meat. The kare kare was great as it had the oxtail and an entire bone marrow bone inside the claypot. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall the damage done here was ~$120 for a non alcoholic drink and 4 dishes. Very fatty dinner but the Filipino flavors are there! read more
1 year ago
OKO is amazing. Get the wings! Won't regret it. Pork skewers? Super juicy with a nice char. And the lechon belly... crazy good with Crispy skin. Definitely one of my new favorite spots in Austin. read more
This place has a great atmosphere. It's clean and has a great ambiance. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable of all the items on the menu. We made the reservation so they got us seated right away. We happened to come in where they're doing the brunch menu. I ordered the Bangsilog, and it didn't disappoint. The milkfish was fried to perfection, crisp but moist. My husband ordered the Chori burger. It's tasty and cooked well. It also came with fries. The food portions were big enough for a family of four to share. Overall, our experience was pleasant and positive. If you're in Austin, TX, and craving for Filipino food, you should try this place. read more
2 years ago
10 months ago
The food was definitely something worth going for. A few things were not available that we really wanted to try and were informed reactively. The place is good to start your evening with some friends (don't forget to reserve) and step out and walk along the street to some great bars, but does not stand out as purely a date destination. The service is good. Our server was decently attentive but again the lack of communication on the unavailability may be linked to the server. read more
1 year ago
We visited Oko for our Valentine's dinner and it was SO good! Aries was our server and we couldn't have been more happy with the service. Very attentive and friendly! The restaurant is intimate, eclectic and just a good vibe overall! The Saturday Morning drink and singing wings were my favorite items on the menu. I am used to traditional Filipino dishes and I was genuinely impressed with their take on everything from the lumpia to the adobo. I also recommend the pork skewers and pancit. So happy to see Filipino food represented in ATX. We'll definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
This is the second time I've eaten at OKO and unfortunately it might be the last. The dining room was definitely changed and it appears the bigger tables were substituted with smaller tables to accommodate more guests. Understandable but, it's difficult to leave and not bump into a table. The number of items on the menu was also substantially decreased. For someone who cooks, you know the price of the ingredients going into the food and the value you get for the cost. $17 for two small lumpia was pretty hefty. The hamachi and coconut sauce were tasty but there were four slices of fish. The chicken wings were also good but, again, 4 wings at $20 is excessive. The hidden menu item was my favorite dish of the meal. A small rack of ribs covered in toasted coconut, which were shareable. Last but not least a $14 flan which was about 4 inches long. I did not try the halo halo because it was about $20 for ice cream. If the portions were larger, I could justify the price of these items. The food was good but I probably wouldn't dine here again due to the prices of the items on the menu. I suggest getting two entrees instead of 3-4 dishes to save some money. read more
2 years ago
Food is meh, some are too salty, overpriced, music is too loud, hostess said no walk-ins (until 9 PM and it was 6:10 PM) and there are no reservations available but we made one right away and got in lol. Server didn't come back to refill our water enough so we self-served. It took 15 min to get our check. The one thing I liked was the chicken skewers with roti but definitely not a place I would go to for a celebration read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Filipino food is not easy to find in Austin, Oko provides a fun tasting of elevated Filipino cuisine. The service is unbelievably attentive and kind. We sat at the bar and the bartender went out of his way to describe nearly every item on the menu in detail and with enthusiasm. To begin, we ordered the Kinilaw, a hamachi dish with habenro coconut vin sauce and the Manok, chicken skewers. I could have skipped the Kinilaw, as the sauce was not so tasty. The Manok was better, but it was the dipping sauces that stole the show (and may have been better with a less-seasoned chicken skewer). For the main, we split the Oxtail Kare-Kare. The sauce was flavorful and the oxtail quite tender. However, prices overall are steep for the portions and quality. We finished with the Halo Halo, 10 for presentation and the mini flan atop is quite a nice touch. The sweetness level is also 10/10 so only order if you don't mind a very sweet dessert! read more
OKO is a bright new flavorful destination. Always cool to see a place open and expose diners to a previously unfamiliar cuisine. The cocktails were exciting and well done (which I'd hope for at $20 a pop). The kinilaw (hamachi) was a beautiful and complex opening bite. The manok (chicken skewers) were nice and charred. Tried the pancit special and it tasted like ones I've had in Manila. Also ordered the oxtail kare-kare and it was so rich, but the potatoes and squash were unfortunately undercooked. Dishes were cleared VERY quickly, I appreciate the hands-on service but I had to quickly swipe sauces, or last bites/sips before plates were taken away prematurely. The music (Usher, Mario, etc) was on point. In Da Club by 50 Cent was played to celebrate a diner's birthday which created a lighthearted communal moment. Overall, a solid addition of modern Filipino fare read more
6 months ago
Everything was so delicious! Highlight was definitely the lechon, the skin was so crispy. I love the idea of wrapping it, the lettuce and papaya/mango salad gave the dish a very refreshing taste. Garlic rice could've tasted more garlicky but overall it was still buttery and delicious. Bistec was a bit pricey for the portion but it was very tender! I enjoyed the mushrooms as well, some pieces were crispy. The wings were my least favorite. The soy (?) flavor was a bit too strong for me, but they weren't bad. I would 100% come back to try their other dishes such as the oxtail kare kare and ribs. Great service, food came out quick. Waitress was attentive. Such a fun and cute vibe, music was a bit loud but it didn't bother us that much. read more
2 years ago
We came here due to the recent rave we've heard from Austin foodies. I do think the food was good, but we felt that it was overpriced and did not blow us away. It was good, don't get me wrong, but not as amazing as everyone has made it out to be. The service was great! Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable about the cuisines. The restaurant is pretty cute, but the music they were playing was explicit Drake/Usher and other 2000s hip hop which completely threw us off and did not match the ambiance. Would not come back again, but glad we went once! read more
Saw a new Asian restaurant in the hood and decided to give it a try! Overall great ambiance, interesting menu and friendly staff. You can see a lot of Filipino/South Eastern elements on their food + drink menu and most of their food are good for sharing. We ordered: - pork neck skewers (super yummy, love the sauce) - Lola lumpia (also a must try) - chicken wings (very juicy and perfectly seasoned) - Tadyang (pork ribs, don't recommend) - garlic rice We love most of our food except for the Tadyang aka pork ribs. The pork ribs were too salty, even when we tried to pair it with the garlic rice. read more
2 years ago
Any time a new restaurant pops up, I always make a point to make my way over there to check it out. I booked Oko to celebrate my wife and I's wedding anniversary. The atmosphere when you walk in is nice, but if you get seated in the back area past the restrooms, it kind of feels like a different restaurant with a less sexy vibe. We took a lot of the waitresses suggestions when it came to ordering our food and drinks. The drinks that we had were solid, and they came in fun glasses, so kudos there. When it came to the food, it was good, but nothing was really mind blowing. Their "most popular item" according to the waitress was the oxtail. I'm going to be honest, we let about 80% of it go to waste unfortunately. The taste wasn't great, and the smell was a little off putting in my opinion. Outside of that, maybe this is me being petty, but when you go to nice places, and you're celebrating big occasions, they typically bring something out as a celebratory item (drink, some kind of dish, dessert, etc.) but they did nothing outside of say congrats. Guess that's the difference between good experiences and great experiences at restaurants. read more
8 months ago
The Oxtail was my favorite from the dishes we got! But overall really enjoyed all the dishes we got. Service was so amazing! The gentleman who made sure our waters were always full was wonderful. Ambiance was very nice. Only suggestion I'd have is lowering the music a tad so we don't have to talk so loud to hear each-other. read more
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