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Phil House

4.0 (48 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbeque, Filipino, Seafood
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Joseph Raymond V.

One of my go-to Filipino breakfast to-go spots, especially for the garlic fried rice. The sinangag is super fragrant with crispy garlic bits -- exactly what you want for a solid breakfast. I usually get the fried bangus (milkfish), and for this dish specifically I'd rate it a 4/5. Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and pairs perfectly with the rice. Quick, no-frills spot that's great for breakfast. Haven't tried enough of the other items yet, so my rating is mainly based on this order -- open to trying more on future visits.

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Crizelda I.

Plenty of authentic Filipino food selections from viands to desserts. Servers were nice and attentive sometimes makulit haha. Bbq done right in front of you. There was a long line when we got here so that says it all. Lots of cute little tables around. Good vibes all over. Plenty of free parking outside

Yule S.

I went to the Philippines. I loved the tropical atmosphere there. Okay, it's near the equator, but not that tropical. Angeles Bay is more tropical, but that's another story. The Filipino cuisine didn't leave me much impression. Most food I had in the Philippines was western fast food or Chinese food in Chinatown. I still remember a fried chicken restaurant called Max's. Later on, I came to Los Angeles. There are so many varieties here. I do dining and cooking a lot, mostly Asian cuisine. I cook Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, even Indian, but not really into Filipino and Indonesian. So, Filipino cuisine is still very interesting and not that familiar to me. I know some Filipino cuisine like adobo, slow stewed in brown vinegar sauce, just because the name is similar to the famous Adobe. I didn't even know the meaning of Adobe until now. I visited all the Asian grocery stores in Greater Los Angeles. I also went to Filipino markets, Pacific Island or Seafood City. I bought prepackaged frozen Rellenong Bangus, which is stuffed milkfish, and I also cooked adobo for myself. I had a very good experience at PhilHouse@Pacific Island in Rancho Cucamonga. I wrote a review in Chinese for that food court and highly recommended it. Unfortunately, that one was closed, as well as the market. Recently, I found that Pacific Island has twenty or thirty some locations, each one attached to a food court including PhilHouse. So good, I paid a visit to its Santa Monica Blvd location. I saw Max's again inside the market. PhilHouse was the biggest booth there. The food dish marks were not as clear as they were in the Rancho Cucamonga location. You couldn't find the dish names according to the plates easily. Let's talk about the food. They provided sets: one dish with rice or noodles for $8.99, two for $14.99, and three for $19.99. If you choose beef/goat/seafood/pork, every dish costs one dollar more. I had three dishes with rice vermicelli. Let's talk about the food: Chicken Adobo 3/5 Adobo literally means vinegar stewed meat, but it was too sour. The flavor was sour, but it didn't seep into the meat. The chicken itself was a little overcooked; the texture was fluffy. And by the way, the chicken was cooked with quail eggs, but only one quail egg per serving? Lechon Kawali 4/5 Literally means fried pork belly. It was really good, the texture and taste just like Chinese grilled pork belly. It was okay, a very good balance between salty and sweet, tender and juicy. But the only issue was that some pieces' skin was too hard to bite. Sinigang na Isda, Sinigang na Pampano 4/5 Literally means stewed fish in tamarind sauce. It had a good taste, and it was just the reason I would visit PhilHouse again. I had very good Sinigang na Pampano in Rancho Cucamonga before, and that's the reason why I'm interested in Filipino dishes. The Sinigang na Pampano in this location was a little too light, didn't have enough aroma and taste. Good, but not that good. Pancit Bihon 4/5 Literally means fried rice vermicelli. Very good wok stir-fried, good taste, good flavor, good texture, not oily. The only issue was that the pork fat with skin was too greasy and almost made me vomit. Just get rid of that cube, you still have a very good stir-fried rice vermicelli. Anyway, I rank it 4/5. It was a good gourmet tasting experience.

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Carlo G.

Solid spot for cheap and casual Filipino eats in the East LA area! This Filipino food stall is located inside the Island Pacific supermarket. There was a big variety of prepared Filipino foods on display. I like how they also have the grill on display so you can see the staff freshly grilling the different foods. I ended up getting a Combo #1 which included half white rice and half pancit (Filipino rice noodles) with your choice of entrée. For my entrée, I chose the pork sisig which is $1 extra for pork. In total, the combo meal was $9.99 which was such a good deal since the portion sizes were huge. I could only eat half of the meal, so I was able to save some for another meal. Firstly, the rice was cooked perfectly-it was fluffy and not mushy or dry. Next, the pancit was great! The flavor was good and noodle texture was on point. I really liked how there was big and generous chunks of meat in the pancit. It was also unique since they put chunks of fish ball and fish cake in the pancit which I've never had in pancit before, but it was good. Lastly, the sisig was decent. I liked the peppery flavor of it. However, I wish it was crispy as it was all soft. Additionally, since I wrote a Yelp review, they gave me a Halo-Halo on the house. That was the best thing I had from there. The Halo-Halo was delicious, it was cold, sweet, and refreshing. I liked how all the ingredients worked harmoniously with each other and nothing was overpowering. The ube ice cream, leche flan, jellies, beans, and coconut milk were all very good mixed together. There are also several chairs and tables in front of the stall if you wanted to dine there. The service was good and the servers seemed pretty friendly. As this is a grocery store, there is tons of parking outside. Overall, a good experience here. I would recommend to anyone wanting to try Filipino food or looking for some cheap, casual and filling eats in the area with a home cooked vibe.

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Lauren G.

Food was so tasty! I highly recommend the lechon and pancit. Food is well priced and very well served. Service is fast, cafeteria style. Highly recommend! Tons of parking.

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Jumar B.

Food is not that great ever since they've started. The first time I bought food to go here, the bbq pork was undercooked. This time, the bbq pork was cold and really hard. Also, all the prepared dishes are oily and unappetizing. For almost $20 for a two item combo, it's not worth it. I'd rather cook it or buy at another Filipino food place.

Eugene A.

I'm super glad that Island Pacific has finally opened at a new location with Phil House in East Hollywood. I arrived on a busy Friday afternoon and was craving for some decent Filipino fast food. Service is pretty quick and all staff are very attentive upon taking your orders on the spot. I ordered the Chicken Inasal combo with Ginataang Gulay (green beans and kabocha in coconut milk). I had the option to include half rice and half pancit bihon. If you're a rewards member of Island Pacific, be sure to enter your phone number at the cashier. The seating area is quite wide with enough seating ranging from stool bars and tables. The chicken inasal was quite tender and chewy. The ginataang gulay had the right amount of umami while the vegetables were able to retain in its crispness. Their pancit bihon could be better because it was not packed with ingredients and lacked some flavor. Other than that, their halo-halo is phenomenal because it was packed with the most authentic ingredients (including gulaman, pinipig and more). It truly replicates Tagalog/Caviteño style halo-halo. I love the fact that their halo-halo is already pre-made and ready to be consumed. Phil House is now one of my go-to spots for Filipino fast food.

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Maria C.

Phil house has really good Filipino food. They have pretty good prices and you can also go shopping for groceries at the same time.

Dad J.

Good place for Filipino food. BUT the line is horrible. The need to separate the crispy deep fried from the regular food

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I loved it! I recommend! All the food are good! They have great customer service! My favorite is the pusit!

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Best place to get filipino food quick! And it conveniently inside an Island Pacific! So can get my filipino groceries and food!

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Marilou Cosme is one of the asset of store she is friendly staff she have a humility and also have a excellent service

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The food here is really good. I definitely recommend ppl who wants to try thr authentic Philippines foods

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I ordered the 3conbo and it was actually good potion for 2ppl. You just have to be patient to order.

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Food is ok. Customer service not up to the higher standard. New Location, it could improve

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4.2(589 reviews)
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Went here on a Friday night around 7:40 and we found easy parking at the BofA across the block and…read morepaid with the LaZ Parking QR code posted up on the wall. It was a short walk across the street to Kuya Lord, where we entered into a cozy, welcoming space with various groups sat around a couple of communal 4 and 6-top tables. Thankfully there was an empty table so we snagged one! We ordered the beef tapsilog bowl and a special, the lucenachon sisig. The beef tapsilog bowl was delicious, the combo of the atchara (pickled veggies) and vinegar sauce was tops. The meat, the short ribs, were tender and tasty. Next-level. But the lucenachon sisig--it's not on their regular menu, just was listed on a card next to the register along with two other sold-out entrees. But I really hope the team elevates this to a permanent spot! It was truly one of, if not the best sisigs I've ever had. They chop up their famous lucenachon and toss it with a fair amount of onions and peppers and top it up with a poached egg. The crispy textures of the dish come together with the garlic rice and fried garlic/shallots--added with the different dimensions of flavor, plus those peppers and onions, came together for a flavor bomb in my mouth. We also shared one of their special iced teas, I forgot the name but it was long and berry-colored lol. But it was a great contrast to our dishes! Lastly we ended up sharing a dessert, the bibingka mamon. Sweet but not too sweet. Just right and the perfect way to end the meal. Still thinking about the sisig--very happy I had leftovers so I can eat it for breakfast tomorrow hehe.

This tiny eatery has a dining room the size of my walk-in closet, but the cleverly placed bar…read moreheight tables provide seating for, I'm guessing, 24. It feels divey, and the staff is chill friendly. Of course the star of the visit was the food. The Lechon Kawali was excellent: I like that it was cut in true bite sized pieces, and each had beautiful layers of crispy rind, melty fat, and flavorful meat. The accompanying garlic fried rice and pickled veg were perfect partners, rounding out a perfect dish. I also tried the Lucenachon, their signature rolled pork dish and the chargrilled, which were both tender and tasty, and the fried fish balls were delicious, as well. This place isn't fancy, but the Filipino cuisine is definitely elevated in both rounded, balanced flavors and textures and in its simple yet lovely presentation. I can see why it caught James Beard attention. This food is definitely cravable.

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The Kare Kare from Spoon & Pork is nothing short of a warm, comforting hug in a bowl…read more When the dish arrived at my table, I was immediately drawn to its rich, golden peanut sauce -- smooth and fragrant, with a roasted nuttiness that made my mouth water before I even took a bite. Nestled in the sauce were vibrant, perfectly cooked vegetables: tender bok choy, slightly charred green beans, and slices of eggplant that had soaked up all the savory depth of the stew. At the heart of the dish lay generous chunks of beef -- fork-tender, deeply flavored, with just enough fat to melt into the sauce and give it that rich, silky mouthfeel Kare Kare is known for. Sprinkled over the top were crunchy bits, adding a satisfying contrast to every spoonful. Of course, the small side of bagoong (fermented shrimp paste) was essential -- a modest dollop transformed each bite, balancing the sweetness and creaminess of the peanut sauce with a punch of briny intensity. Paired with steaming garlic rice, every scoop felt like the perfect blend of textures and flavors, a true homage to the Filipino classic. Eating Spoon & Pork's Kare Kare felt both nostalgic and elevated -- the heart and soul of a traditional comfort food presented with an eye for freshness and balance. It's the kind of dish that makes you slow down, savor each bite, and immediately start planning your next visit.

4.5 stars. Sorry,…read moreguys - I'm still catching up on my reviews and am kicking myself for failing to write this before Spoon & Pork permanently shut its doors. This was an unforgettable eatery. During our trip to Los Angeles in May, 2023, Wendell invited Jay, Z and me to meet up with Veda and him for a late lunch at 2 PM at one of their favourite Filipino restaurants, Spoon & Pork, on Sunday, the 7th. Spoon & Pork, which originated as a food truck, was a restaurant that specialized in Filipino comfort food with a contemporary twist. They offered a fresh, inventive fusion of the flavours of the Philippines with modern sophistication. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles' Silver Lake neighbourhood, Spoon & Pork was a cozy boutique eatery on bustling Sunset Boulevard that greeted guests with a neon pig sign at their front entrance. No private lot on this busy street, so finding nearby parking was a bit challenging and although the charming spot offered both indoor and al fresco dining, seating was also limited. The tropical-inspired dining room with warm wood accents created an effortlessly cool and relaxed atmosphere that felt both modern and rooted in tradition. Upon entry, guests were welcomed by the aroma of sizzling meats and fragrant spices which alluded to the culinary journeys to come. The food at Spoon & Pork wasn't exactly what one's nanay (mom) or lola (grandma) would cook. Celebrating fresh takes on the richness of Filipino cuisine, the menu was an invitation to indulge in unexpected, compelling twists on a thoughtfully curated selection of traditional dishes, infusing familiar flavours into new forms. Below are what we ordered: beef tapa ($25) - MASARAP (DELICIOUS)! Of all the dishes that we ordered, this was the winner of them all as the succulent meat packed a punch of flavour. adobo tofu ($14) - One of Wendell's regular orders, this notable plant-based option, was a tasty, innovative take on the Philippine classic that balanced tradition with modern creativity. laing ($9) - From their platito, small plates section, this bowl of coconut braised taro leaves was rich and creamy deliciousness, but, yes, mini in portion size. garlic rice ($4/$7) - Ordering the garlic rice over plain jasmine rice was a no brainer. Thoroughly infused with the savouriness of the many bits of garlic, this rice perfectly paired with all of the other dishes. bistek ($28) - The skirt steak was very tender and the sauce perfectly balanced the tanginess from the calamansi juice with the savoury soy sauce. lechon kawali ($23) - Another reimagined classic dish featuring crispy, golden pork belly with crunchy skin and tender, flavourful meat inside. The dish was complemented by a tangy, pickled red cabbage that enhanced the crispy texture and added a refreshing contrast. This mastery of flavour and texture tickled Z's tastebuds and won him over. Before this day, Z was never a fan of Filipino food. Everything tasted boldly rich and every bit intensely intoxicated our taste buds. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive. What a remarkably epicurean feast and delightful experience we enjoyed! We're super bummed that Spoon & Pork permanently closed shoppe. Z and I were hoping to return for another tasty meal. Truly, a worthy spot this place was to hit up for an impressively creative taste of the Philippines in Los Angeles.

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4.0(524 reviews)
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Stumbled upon this place with some friends while looking for Filipino food in the area. I don't…read moreknow exactly what I was expecting but any expectations I had were surpassed by miles. When we walked in, there was a full jazz band made up of what looked like high school students playing. Despite there only being a few families in the audience(presumably their parents), the energy was infectious with loud whoops and clapping every time someone finished a solo. I didn't know any of these kids but I was cheering the entire time. Everyone, including the other customers were very friendly. The food itself was incredible, super affordable with huge portions. Every dish we tried was so delicious, we couldn't stop talking about how good the food was. I ordered the Pork Sisig and it could've easily fed 3 people alone. Both of my roommates also ordered their own entrees and the portions were huge. Definitely a restaurant for sharing. The service was fantastic, the server was refilling my water cup every few minutes and incredibly attentive. While looking for a quick meal we came upon a Filipino feast with live music, a super positive atmosphere, and leftovers that will last us for days. Couldn't recommend this place enough.

I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to get an authentic experience of traditional…read moreFilipino cuisine. The flavors are reminiscent of dishes. I grew up eating and seem to be consistent each time I order. And they always provide friendly and professional customer service on the phone or in person. I highly recommend their Lumpia Shanghai and I am honestly pretty impressed with their Kare Kare, which is often a hit or miss at other locations, but here it is consistent both in flavor and portions. I ate here in person once years ago and usually do takeout. The ambience though is very nice and intimate and cozy... And I understand that they have live music from time to time. I highly recommend you give them a try!

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