Finally got to try out this incredibly fun, low budget spot in the core of mid-city in Historic Filipinotown. I've recently made a group of Filipinos who suggested with check it out on a Friday night. The place is popping -- and feels like one of those late night spots you'd go after a few drinks out on the town. There is a parking lot out front, but spaces are a premium. My friends lucked out and got a spot, while I ended up parking nearby in the neighborhood. This is a true street food experience. Don't expect trendy night out! It's open seating with plastic tables and stools spilling out into the parking lot with open flame grills for you to cook your food over. The first step is to go inside, and grab a plate to select your skewers. If you're getting raw meat, my friend had the GREAT recommendation of grabbing 2 plates so you don't mix your raw meat juices on the food you just grilled. The energy here is so much fun. I definitely stood out, as the friendly worker behind the counter gave me a shout out over a microphone system that pumped music through the restaurant and parking lot, yelling out "We have Phil from West Hollywood in the house!" Always loving be the center of attention, I ate it up! If you like rice with your meat, you'll need to request that as you pay, along with any sauces. We had a big group so some of us split while we got the food and others saved our table out front since this place can get very busy. All skewers and food (except for the desserts) need to be grilled on the open flames. I had no idea when mine should be done. But I think I guessed correct as I didn't bite into any raw meat or feel sick. It's one of those authentic experiences I've come to find in LA when it comes to regional international foods. Check it out!
Geidy Chia
What a gem. Parking was a bit difficult but worth it. It was our first time and definitely going back! Beware you will smell a bit like a grill master again it adds to the atmosphere and the experience. Had the cucumber lime drink. Not too sweet and very refreshing. Had a sweet coconut dessert at the end by the cash register which I can't wait to get again! It was like a coconut rice ball in a lightly fried batter, coated with honey, which was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loren V.
So this is the $1 meat place. It's packed. Just dropped some clients off here. Smells good. They are cooking and eating outside. Parking lot is packed. I'll be back here.
Jonathan F.
CHICKEN SKIN ALL DAY!! This spot is awesome. Really fun grilling yourself over the charcoal. Bring a tank top and sunglasses Forsure it gets hot. Spent more than I thought but totally worth it. Get the chicken skin Forsure! Could pass on the longaniza- super soft inside as it's precooked. Burns quickly too so stay on it.
Momsi S.
The best delicious and budget friendly Filipino food restaurants in West Covina..so many selection anything as long it's in a stick they will grill it..love the banana egg roll and the sago and melon drinks.. I will come back again. I recommend this place to everyone
Merlinda J.
We love it. Love the iskrambol. The ambiance and the vibes feels like it's a New Year celebration.
Danielle Romero
I had been wanting to try this place after I saw it on a food special but sadly my family and I were disappointed. Everything was cold. I really wanted to like it but I just couldn't get past the cold food. I also didn't know you had to come after 4:30 to get the skewers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Jhun D.
Why it's temporarily closed? I'm ceabing for the bbq. Is it under renovation? Xan I still buy non bbq items?
Tina N.
Food & Vibes. The vibes were amazing. I went here with some friends and it was my first time but they've been multiple times. I love the street food vibes. Everyone cooking together and enjoying a small meal. The food was cheap and delicious. make sure to get the bbq sauce dip because it makes it so much better. When grilling, make sure to remarinade it in the sauce when the meat dries out. The food cooks fast so make sure to watch it.
Jack Silva
We had BBQ pork, chicken skewer, pork skewer, rice, tilapia. All were cold, dry, flavorless, over cooked. It was like nasty leftovers. Really unfortunate as we were looking forward to trying this place out. Had to dump it all couldnt take more than a few bites. Good cucumber lime drink tho. Would not recommend.
This is without a question of five star review, driven solely by the service, the quality of food and the price point. I am an adventurous eater, and so this was a destination trip for me. I absolutely love trying anything and everything the worst case is you don't like it don't order it again . I like the chicken and they did not disappoint . Everything I got was delicious I'm really angry that I forgot to get the chicken feet because I am a huge chicken feed fan. I live about 20 miles away. I can't just run over there but I guarantee you I will be back. Best of luck to the owners if anyone who enters just go for it!
This place always takes me back home to the motherland! They have all the Filipino comfort food you can think of! Lumpia, kwek kwek, isaw, hotdogs, fish balls, turon, chicharron, etc. and it's all great quality! During peak hours, the line can get long but it goes pretty fast as you just grab what you want and pay at front. It is a small store so seating is only available outside when grilling starts at 4:30pm. There is a small parking lot that shares other businesses but it is fairly limited so if you're coming at night and/or on weekends, you mostly likely need to find street parking.
Carolyn W.
Yummy food and the Service was great I love the food and will go back again soon thank goodness for Dollar Hits
Finally got to try out this incredibly fun, low budget spot in the core of mid-city in Historic Filipinotown. I've recently made a group of Filipinos who suggested with check it out on a Friday night. The place is popping -- and feels like one of those late night spots you'd go after a few drinks out on the town. There is a parking lot out front, but spaces are a premium. My friends lucked out and got a spot, while I ended up parking nearby in the neighborhood. This is a true street food experience. Don't expect trendy night out! It's open seating with plastic tables and stools spilling out into the parking lot with open flame grills for you to cook your food over. The first step is to go inside, and grab a plate to select your skewers. If you're getting raw meat, my friend had the GREAT recommendation of grabbing 2 plates so you don't mix your raw meat juices on the food you just grilled. The energy here is so much fun. I definitely stood out, as the friendly worker behind the counter gave me a shout out over a microphone system that pumped music through the restaurant and parking lot, yelling out "We have Phil from West Hollywood in the house!" Always loving be the center of attention, I ate it up! If you like rice with your meat, you'll need to request that as you pay, along with any sauces. We had a big group so some of us split while we got the food and others saved our table out front since this place can get very busy. All skewers and food (except for the desserts) need to be grilled on the open flames. I had no idea when mine should be done. But I think I guessed correct as I didn't bite into any raw meat or feel sick. It's one of those authentic experiences I've come to find in LA when it comes to regional international foods. Check it out!
What a gem. Parking was a bit difficult but worth it. It was our first time and definitely going back! Beware you will smell a bit like a grill master again it adds to the atmosphere and the experience. Had the cucumber lime drink. Not too sweet and very refreshing. Had a sweet coconut dessert at the end by the cash register which I can't wait to get again! It was like a coconut rice ball in a lightly fried batter, coated with honey, which was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So this is the $1 meat place. It's packed. Just dropped some clients off here. Smells good. They are cooking and eating outside. Parking lot is packed. I'll be back here.
CHICKEN SKIN ALL DAY!! This spot is awesome. Really fun grilling yourself over the charcoal. Bring a tank top and sunglasses Forsure it gets hot. Spent more than I thought but totally worth it. Get the chicken skin Forsure! Could pass on the longaniza- super soft inside as it's precooked. Burns quickly too so stay on it.
The best delicious and budget friendly Filipino food restaurants in West Covina..so many selection anything as long it's in a stick they will grill it..love the banana egg roll and the sago and melon drinks.. I will come back again. I recommend this place to everyone
We love it. Love the iskrambol. The ambiance and the vibes feels like it's a New Year celebration.
I had been wanting to try this place after I saw it on a food special but sadly my family and I were disappointed. Everything was cold. I really wanted to like it but I just couldn't get past the cold food. I also didn't know you had to come after 4:30 to get the skewers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Why it's temporarily closed? I'm ceabing for the bbq. Is it under renovation? Xan I still buy non bbq items?
Food & Vibes. The vibes were amazing. I went here with some friends and it was my first time but they've been multiple times. I love the street food vibes. Everyone cooking together and enjoying a small meal. The food was cheap and delicious. make sure to get the bbq sauce dip because it makes it so much better. When grilling, make sure to remarinade it in the sauce when the meat dries out. The food cooks fast so make sure to watch it.
We had BBQ pork, chicken skewer, pork skewer, rice, tilapia. All were cold, dry, flavorless, over cooked. It was like nasty leftovers. Really unfortunate as we were looking forward to trying this place out. Had to dump it all couldnt take more than a few bites. Good cucumber lime drink tho. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
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This is without a question of five star review, driven solely by the service, the quality of food and the price point. I am an adventurous eater, and so this was a destination trip for me. I absolutely love trying anything and everything the worst case is you don't like it don't order it again . I like the chicken and they did not disappoint . Everything I got was delicious I'm really angry that I forgot to get the chicken feet because I am a huge chicken feed fan. I live about 20 miles away. I can't just run over there but I guarantee you I will be back. Best of luck to the owners if anyone who enters just go for it!
Amazing Filipino food!!!! Cute quaint ambiance... highly recommend the chicken skewers :)
This place always takes me back home to the motherland! They have all the Filipino comfort food you can think of! Lumpia, kwek kwek, isaw, hotdogs, fish balls, turon, chicharron, etc. and it's all great quality! During peak hours, the line can get long but it goes pretty fast as you just grab what you want and pay at front. It is a small store so seating is only available outside when grilling starts at 4:30pm. There is a small parking lot that shares other businesses but it is fairly limited so if you're coming at night and/or on weekends, you mostly likely need to find street parking.
Yummy food and the Service was great I love the food and will go back again soon thank goodness for Dollar Hits
Cute spot with only outdoor
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4