OMG. This is definitely one of those hole-in-the-wall places that completely surprises you…read more We came here because our friend Warren recommended it, and now I understand why. It's tucked away in Oakland in a spot you might easily drive past without noticing. The setup is simple: order at the window, get a vibrating pager, then pick up your food when it's ready. They also have outdoor seating, which is perfect if you're bringing your dog along. They offer all kinds of silog meals, and honestly, before coming here, I thought all silog places were pretty much the same. While standing in line, I had no clue what to order. The special that day was the G Fire Short Ribs, and I kept going back and forth between trying something new or playing it safe. I ended up getting the pork tocino silog, and for the second dish, I almost ordered the spare short ribs. Thank God I got the G Fire Wings instead. OMG. OMG. OMG. These are hands down the BEST wings I've had in the Bay Area. The skin is crispy and crunchy, but the moment you bite in, the meat is unbelievably juicy. Seriously, when do you ever get wings that are actually juicy? Most wings are dry. Not these. The flavor, the sauce, the seasoning--everything is absolutely incredible. It's the kind of food that makes you lick every finger afterward. If it were socially acceptable to eat the bones too, I probably would have. And here's the funny thing: while I was in line, it seemed like everyone ordering was getting the G Fire Wings. Now I know why. If this place were closer to where I live, I'd be here all the time. I'm still thinking about those wings days later. The good news is we go to Oakland at least once a month for hiking and camping, and now Lucky Three Seven is officially part of the tradition. It'll either be our reward after finishing a hike or our stop before heading to camp. Thank you, Warren, for recommending this place. You absolutely nailed it. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 (simple, casual, outdoor pet-friendly seating) Parking: Street parking; may take a little patience depending on the time of day.

Ambiance/vibes 5/5 (peak East Oakland colors and feels)…read more Service 4/5 Food 4/5 - A great staple of East Oakland and Filipino/American culture. I love the welcoming feel and the vibrant ambiance along with some heart dishes with rotating specials and the right amount of savory, fatty and stomach filling goodness Having the mural of the founder at the front is always a reminder of the value this spot has in the community

Came in with my mom and sister for my birthday. We had a lovely time. The Bangus and Talong are…read morealways my favorite. My mom even loved it! So hard to get her to eat out, especially at a Filipino spot! She's from the phillipines and she loved the food and cocktails. Diego was our server and he was very sweet! I even got a candle on my halo-halo! Thanks Diego!

I'm making my way through my list of Bib Gourmand restaurants, and FOB Kitchen is up. They are…read morecertainly worthy of this honor, for their food, service, and ambiance. They are located in the Temescal area of Oakland, and they share a building with a Mexican restaurant. There's a parking lot that's shared with a pawn broker, produce market, and check cashing service. Their vibe is urban, with a rainbow flag on their front door, and assortment of plants inside. Other reviewers had mentioned a line upon opening, so we made sure to arrive 15 minutes before they open, but on this Friday morning, there was no one else but us. Our server was friendly, polite, and soft spoken. Their menu is quite small, which I appreciate. There's appetizers, sides, brunch, and dinner -- all on 1 page. Their food was outstanding, with rich flavors and beautifully presented with sauces and pickled radishes. We ordered... + Shanghai Lumpia - these were long, crispy, and properly filled + Daing Na Bangus Silog - deep fried milkfish with salad, garlic rice, and sunny egg. One of our favorites. + Fried Chicken (4-piece) - perfectly crispy and juicy. There's some warm spices in the batter, maybe all-spice. + Adobo fried rice - the pork was so tender, it shreds on your fork. This had a good amount of tanginess that was so good. + Pancit Sotanghon - not your typical pancit. The chopped veggies in this had an almost charred flavor that made the dish so interesting. There was not a bad dish. I definitely recommend this for elevated Filipino food that's not pretentious, with a modern, hip vibe.

I went to The Lumpia Company on Thursday, 9/17, later in the evening--close to closing time (yes,…read morewe were those people who came in late). I was having one of those stupid-ass days where everything was going wrong. I was overstimulated, pissed off, and completely over tf-ing day- just soooooo over it. I just wanted something quick and easy to eat. But seriously... this place, the food, and OMG the people completely turned my day around. My husband and I ordered the Filipino BBQ Wings and the Bacon Cheeseburger Lumpia to share, and it was so good. Everything was hot and crispy, the sauces were out of this world, and all the flavors blended together perfectly. And again--this was right before closing! No one acted annoyed or inconvenienced that we came in so late, and everything tasted fresh and made to order. The service, though... that's really where it shined. I wish I had everyone's name so I could thank them individually. I actually had fun--at a restaurant--spending money. Everyone was so nice. There were huge TVs above the bar with different sports games on, and free video games to play (I got my ass beat by my 5-year-old at Mortal Comabt ). Another customer, this stunningly gorgeous young woman, even offered me a taste of her Garlic Noodles. I was so jealous of how good her noodles were that I started second-guessing my own order. I'm not kidding--everyone was that friendly and happy. I will definitely be back with friends and family. They have a bunch of different events listed and a lot of outdoor space. It's such a hidden gem with BIG Bay Area energy. It felt like coming home after a terrible day to a good meal made by people who genuinely care. Thank you!!

Unique flavors with Bay Area vibes…read more I finally got to visit the famous Lumpia Company! And it was during a comedy night with a Filipino lineup. Eating good food with a room full of cackling Filipinos on the cool weather felt just like the family parties I grew up with. I ordered the Cheeseburger lumpia, Peach Mango lumpia, and a Thai tea. Everything was delicious! There was a bit of a wait to get my food, but the flavors and comedy show made up for it. There's an indoor bar with plenty of TVs to watch multiples games. It's perfect to come here on a weekend afternoon to eat lunch, watch football games, and stroll along the waterfront.

Always a great place for fast food. The new shop has a full bar and ample seating. The food is…read morealways very tasty.. A large variety to choose from. Service is good. Order and pay at the counter, then they bring you your food. A carnitas burrito with an ice cold Coca-Cola - can't beat it.

This was my SPOT for catching World Cup games and I'm going to continue coming!…read more I'm a Bay Area native and have known Mr. Sisig for some time, but was happy to see that there was one with a full bar near my house. To be honest, their sandwich board showing a $10 shot/beer combo was what got me in, but the wonderful staff (esp Chris!!), quick service, cool vibes, and cleanliness kept me in! Obviously delish food, can get it in multiple areas around the Bay. But, this open-air, four-TV, Oak-themed spot is my fav thus far.

Came here one day after work. DO NOT LET THE NEIGHBORHOOD steer you away…read more The adobo wings are so good and the carnitas fries were also yummy. if you are going during their food hours. the ambiance and the design of this outdoor bar was awesome. They had open mic when i went.. so the music was awesome! Definitely will go back and maybe join open mic (sike hah)

First time here This spot has been on my bucket list for…read moresometime now My friend and I came on St Patrick's day Venue is In door/outdoor Inside is a full bar and arcade games They sell snacks/small bites Venue is kid friendly and pet friendly ... There was like a little flea market going on as you enter Vibe is cool Drama free on this particular day the music was like techno vibes Parking ...... Street parking only I saw a bunch of broken glass all over the side walk We risked it all and parked on the street Thankfully my car wasn't violated I would definitely come back here again Maybe next time take a Lyft or Uber to prevent car break in

I stopped on a whim for breakfast and it was a happy surprise. The Kitchen Story scramble was…read moredelicious. My only concern was that it was too plentiful for me to finish. Service was friendly and helpful, just attentive enough. My seat on the sidewalk made for great people-watching. One other thing, very important. I am a disabled older woman on a mobility scooter, and this morning I was alone. I often get less-than wonderful service under those circumstances in places where I am not a regular. The service and attitude here was warm; I had no doubt that I was welcome. This is an extraordinary place and extraordinary people staff it.

lychee martini - Tamarind after taste…read more- Lick of the salt balances the sweetness - Salty then sweet for tamarind after taste omurice - Sweet - savory - seaweed smell? - Beef a bit chewy? - sliced onions add a sweet slightly acidic crunch to it - possibly boxed demi glacé sauce, similar taste to boxed gravy, but not bad bulgogi bowl - Sweet mushroom umami taste - Pickles add a sweet crunch so the beef doesn't taste too heavy

Understory is fantastic!! My favorite part of the experience had to be the ube horchata, which was…read moreSPECTACULAR; cold (perfect for a sunny Oakland afternoon) and sweet and cinnamon-y, a beautiful complementary blend of two incredible things. I also enjoyed my Understory Hash (with lechon/pork belly atop roasted root veggies, brussel sprouts, and a fried egg); it had great flavors. I think next on my list to try would be the tocino rice bowl. Inside were also just amazing vibes, with great decor and signage, and sweet and efficient service. I will say that ordering online comes with some extra fees, so next time I'd just order in person to avoid them and continue supporting this worker-owned, community built establishment!

Food 4/5 Service 4/5…read more Ambiance 5/5 Great locally owned worker spot with a great array of dishes and drinks. Definitely a great work space for any worker in the Fruitvale plaza area

I dropped by since this place opened a couple years back. The staff is super friendly and the owner…read moreis a down to earth guy. Chef Rene, the owner, is an affable man. The story that makes each menu item is rooted in his passion for his trade. Driving 600+ miles a week, I will not stop for anything but a hearty meal made with love. One of those places is here in Oakland at Thank Que Grill. It's a fusion of Filipino and American food, it's just good and it just works. I like the ambience this place has, it's unique in that it's a small time shop. You can eat at the front of the shop or at the back where they have a small patio and you won't go wrong giving this place a shot.

Came here for a friend's celebration and also ordered catering delivered for work. Chef Rene and…read moreteam are friendly, helpful and kind. And all of the food was delicious. We had lumpia Shanghai, Chicken Bowl, pork belly and tofu sisig bowls, turkey and tofu banh mi sandwiches, and lumpia sliders. Everything is cooked well, tasty and creatively put together with care. Just writing this makes me want to eat there now. Can't wait to go back. Nice, clean space inside and out. Salamat!

This is my go-to spot for Filipino food! I love their lumpia, sinigang, pinakbet, and pancit. I…read moreusually get takeout, but they also have a really good buffet when you want to enjoy a variety of dishes. The staff is always friendly, which makes every visit even better. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving Filipino food!

​Pistahan offers a $29.99 lunch buffet that honestly looked pretty tempting--if I had it to do over…read moreagain, I probably would have gone that route just to get my fill of a wider variety of Filipino food. ​Instead, I ordered the longsilog. While the dish was okay, I'm personally used to getting bangus (milkfish) with my longsilog, so missing that component was a bit disappointing. On the bright side, the atmosphere inside was clean, though it did get quite warm since they only had a fan running. ​The biggest letdown by far, however, was the Halo-Halo. It was a massive disappointment--it tasted overwhelmingly of plain evaporated milk with very little else coming through. The ube ice cream lacked any noticeable flavor, and the overall ingredient mix felt minimal and underwhelming. ​If you stop by, you might want to test out the buffet, but I'd definitely skip the dessert.

I have enjoyed Filipino restaurants in SF for decades from my early experiences growing up and…read moreeating Super Star Restaurant on Mission street to Irma's Pampanga on 16th street .Today you will find a diverse range of Filipino restaurants from fast food like Jollibees to Michelin star Restaurant Naides in SF. There is one restaurant which is located in the tourist trap of San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf which is a Michelin guide restaurant serving great Filipino dishes for brunch and dinner. It's located at the Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf Hotel and it's called Abaca. On a SF Restaurant Week stroll , I landed the Abaca for their Pre Fixe Dinner menu. I like the idea of trying their four course menu. I first had the corn soup which was not too corny like some I saw on my social media feed. I then had the Ling Cod Pinaputok Roasted Fish Jus, Calamansi Chermoula, and Gooseberry with Java rice which wasn't salty like some in SF. My favorite main dish was the American Wagyu Wellington which the exterior wasn't flakey like some in SF. I then upgraded with the lobster noodles which wasn't Angel hair noodles but pancit. It was so fresh and delicious. Had the dessert which was a raspberry halo halo which not too sweet and not too sour like some on my social media feed. It was served with a mango pie which was a bit flakey like some in SF. I washed it down with a purple Ube drink and a Pinot Noir for Don Juan Pinot Noir. A good place to enjoy SF Restaurant Week and a good place to honor Filipino American History Month in SF. I started going to Super Star Restaurant on Mission street in SF since I was a" teen" and also at Irma's Pampanga on the street of "Sixteen" and these days as an adult I landed at a restaurant called Abaca which has the flavors and ingredients from the "Philippine" which is represented in the Michelin Guide for its fine dining "cuisine" Go to "Fisherman's Wharf "during SF Restaurant Week at Abaca Filipino for the "surf and turf" it's on the fixe menu which I find it has so much value and so much "worth" eating at Abaca serving Filipino dishes and being in the Michelin Guide means one of the best on "earth"

Fancy Filipino food near Fisherman's Wharf. It is a very nice and bright space. Great for special…read moreoccasions, we saw some birthdays being celebrated there. I came here for restaurant week and got the brunch prefixe menu. We got a mimosa, the sarap sampler, chicken and mango longanisa silog, buko pie, and the sweetened silken tofu dessert. This was a nice deal and I'm glad we got to sample a good amount of dishes. Everything was very filling and I had to take more than half my entree to-go, as I already filled up on the sampler.