Filipino Restaurants near Folsom, CA

“This is a super worthy shout out. Kabayan is Filipino casual counter service eatery serving up some darn tasty food. I'm not well versed in Filipino cuisine, but I got working tastebuds and I like what I like.

I meandered into the eatery on a recent weekend mid-afternoon. The tables were filled with happy folks enjoying their meals with a line of folks waiting for an open table; that's always a good indicator. I decided to order to go. The owner was cashiering. She was super helpful and engaging. Big smile. I ordered the two item combo $13.99 that comes with rice and pancit. The pancit was classic with all the familiar flavors.

Ginisang Pusit. Squid. Soooo good! I never had this dish before. The squid was super tender, not mushy nor rubbery. Perfect tenderness... how did they do that?!? It had a sweetness and slight spiciness. Spiciness without the heat, but packing a bunch of flavor. I'm still thinking about that dish.

Pork Kare Kare. It was served with a side of fermented shrimp paste. Not a lot of restaurants provide that shrimp paste, so I was stoked even if it was a smallish portion. The paste was a perfect compliment of saltiness to the creamy peanut butter sauce. Yup, PB gravy sauce.

They also sell imported Filipino packaged snacks and pantry items. Plus they sell halo halo. I saw folks with gorgeously delicious looking halo halo. Colorful layers of shaved ice, ice cream, and toppings.

The eatery is not particular large, so when it's a full house, it gets crowded cozy. But the vibes and feels like a house party.“

“Grilled bangus and crispy pata the best. .“

“freshly-cooked and tasty dishes and doesn't scrimp on ingredients. 5/5!“

“So far...the pork chops and longinisa were good!! Shrimp lumpia were very tasty too!! I’ll try the others later...🤙🏼😎🤙🏼“

“Best boba in Rocklin! Lovely Filipino hospitality! We ♡ Kultura!“