Absolutely one of the best hidden gem, Filipino mom-and-pop restaurants I've been to. The food was…read morepacked with flavor, portions were generous, and you can really tell everything is made with care. I didnt have expectations and wasn't planning on doing a review since it was my first time here and not from the area. My photo doesn't do this place justice. I had already eaten a lot and got carried away and wasn't photo worthy anymore. I ordered the 2 entree plate: The lechon kawali was hands down the best I've had -- perfectly crispy without being tough. The texture was spot on, the flavor was amazing, and it came with two sauces that complemented it perfectly. Every bite was satisfying. Dinuguan (not in photo, savory pork stew) was also amazing. Fresh and well balanced. Of all the dinuguan I've had, this one stands out the most to me and wasn't like all the typical version of thicker and vinegary-ness. It's always great supporting small family-owned restaurants when the food is this good. Definitely coming back and highly recommend anyone craving authentic Filipino food to give this place a try.

Authentic Filipino (Kampampangan Style) food! Ready to go hot food you can choose from (buffet hot…read moreplate setting). A mom and pop shop that provides amazing service and great, yummy and fresh food! Recommend the lumpia and chicharrones if you want something fried. To pair with rice, pork or chicken adobo, Mechado, and Sinigang is a good choice! Plates are filled to the top and heavy for great price! They also have snacks in the front! Enough to share with 2 people if you dont eat much! This is my go to spot for lunch, they always have a lot of food to choose from!

Came here for dinner and all the food we ordered was good. The meats tender and tasted really good…read moreand was cooked well. Taking our order was fast but took almost 1 hour to get it. Real small place inside with 2 tables and 4 chairs but there's tables and chairs outside you can use.

We were looking forward to eating here…read more We walked and found out there weren't any tables for us to sit and eat. It's 100% take out.

Had the Philly. It was delish. Soft bread as it should be, the cheese was gooey and the steak was…read morething and tender. 1st time there and will be back.

I was looking for a sandwich shop in the area, and this place caught my attention so we decided to…read moretry it. We tried their turkey club and I believe grinder sandwich. Both were good, but we were not necessarily impressed. The staff were very friendly, the shop is super cute with plenty of seating and parking available. We were unfortunately not huge fans of the taste, but I think they might still be worth a try since everyone has different taste buds!!:)

Food amazing Service excellent…read more Ambiance cute and quaint Such a delicious meal!!! We ordered Nachos Fiesta, vampire tacos, Guacamole And Chips, and Aki Molcajete. We did not take photos because we were so hungry. Everything was delicious! For dessert we had churros with ice cream and the flan. I wish I were a local so I could eat here more often and try everything in the menu!!! If in Monterey drive to Marina it's so worth the drive, in my opinion. We would have eaten there again today but it is closed in Sundays.

Found this place on Yelp and it was right by our hotel so we stopped by. When we got there, we were…read morethe only ones, but within 15-20 minutes it was packed. One waiter but the service was still pretty fast and very friendly. My son was concerned that the birria plate was too expensive ($35), but I told him he should try it. So glad he did! He said it was the best birria he's ever had!! Would highly recommend the splurge for this one if you're into Birria. The churros were also great. Great little local place.

How have I not discovered this market sooner?!!…read more This Asian market is literally and perfectly named "Asian Market". Haha. I stopped by for a quick grab of some kimbop (Korean sushi that has things like pickled veggies), but somehow walked out with a bag of Asian chips, mochi, ice cream, drinks, candy, and SIX rolls of kimbop! Yes, SIX!!! I came for 4, but ended up buying extras because they cost only $2 each and were warm and freshly made. (The Asian in me can't resist a good deal!) The owner was the cashier, and he said they have been there for 40 years. What a great mom and pop store: huge variety, excellent prices, and they have fresh kimbop! There were so many people coming in and out while I was there. No exaggeration -- they all had kimbop in their hands!

10/10 experience, RUN.. don't walk Absolutely DELICIOUS,…read morewill be back tomorrow ..............

We stayed on the property at the Sanctuary where this restauraunt is located and decided to stop in…read morefor happy hour before our dinner plans in a few hours. Although we only got a couple appetizers, I wanted to highlight the amazing service! We got 2 complimentary glasses of sparkling champagne at the front desk. The servers were super friendly and accommodating as we had our small pup with us. I would come back just for the garlic fries itself. Thick, garlicky with a mix of soggy and crunchy (just my type, judge me LOL). Would love to return and have a full meal!

Slow service. $42 scallops were luke warm. House made tarter sauce was weak in flavor - normal…read moreTarter sauce would have been much better. Salad dressing was uninspired. Did I mention slow service? Twice baked potato was good as were the asparagus.

We were welcomed by a nice man who took our orders immediately! The food was also very fresh. No…read morebrowning on the lettuce and weird coloring the ahi tuna. They also had marinated scallop, which I was very excited to try. He recommended the sauce for my poke which I appreciated. The vibe within this restaurant was cozy and did not smell! Would come here again.

Food is okay they skimp on everything. It's actually laughable, they put literally nothing in your…read morebowl except for rice. A super tiny pinch of everything with baby spoons, even the sauce at the end is barely anything. I asked the lady for more and she gave me a thin hair squirt of sauce across my bowl, ridiculous. Definitely not worth $20.

Don't need to drive far to get god Thai food anymore. Food…read morewas delicious & great customer service . Love the indoor decoration. No long wait to get your food.

had a mixed but overall positive experience. First off, the…read moreThai tea was so delicious that I had to order a second one. Definitely a highlight! We also tried the crab rangoons, and wow... it was my first time having them and I absolutely loved them. For our mains, my friend and I ordered the orange chicken and the chicken & shrimp pad thai. Just to note, this is only my second time trying Thai food, so I'm still exploring the cuisine. That said, the orange chicken didn't really stand out for me, I've had better elsewhere, and it lacked flavor (2/5). The pad thai was also a bit disappointing. It tasted pretty bland, like it needed more seasoning, and I didn't really notice any shrimp. I'd rate it around a 2/5 as well. On the positive side, the service was amazing. There was a sweet older man who was very attentive and kind, which really made the experience better. The ambiance was also nice and comfortable. Overall, while some dishes didn't hit for me, I'd still come back to try other items and definitely get the Thai tea again!

Hands down the best Chinese food in the county. Every dish we've tried has been consistently…read moredelicious, but the salt and pepper chicken is an absolute must-order. Even the soups stand out -- comforting, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients here. Everything tastes fresh, well-prepared, and never greasy or heavy like a lot of other places. On top of the food, the service is excellent. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and the restaurant is clean and welcoming. Plenty of parking in the front. This has easily become our go-to spot for Chinese food, and it never disappoints.

I've heard about Ho-Wah from fellow Yelpers for years and finally decided to take a trip over on a…read morebeautiful Saturday afternoon in Marina. I came in around 5pm for dinner service and was quickly seated. The wait staff were very friendly. They recommended the salt and pepper chicken (which I got the salt and pepper fish and wings). Kudos to Ho-Wah for giving me all-flats for wings without even asking! I did ask for a small side of steamed rice which they normally do not serve with the entree. The chicken was a little overcooked, and the fish a little soft. The seasoning and spices were good. I did add the hot sauce that came on the side which elevated the food. The portion was big, enough to share with another person. Price: $39.00 (20% tip included)

I've been going to this restaurant since 2018, the food has always been exquisite. Having my large…read morechicken pho every week for 3 years. I'm going to miss eating QQ after I leave the state. Every time I call for pick up they say it will be ready in 15, and it's ready even before that time.

Right away, QQ Noodle staff greeted us and had us seated. She was very friendly and kind…read more We ordered our meal and drinks and everything came out perfectly! It was our first time here and it was delicious and we will definitely be back.