Lutong Pinoy Guide - Authentic Filipino Cuisine, Recipes & Best Restaurants

Featured Dishes

Iconic Filipino Flavors

Traditional recipes passed through generations

National Dish

Chicken Adobo

The quintessential Filipino dish featuring tender chicken braised in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and black peppercorns. A perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet.

Sinigang na Baboy

A beloved sour soup that warms the soul. Pork ribs simmered with tamarind, tomatoes, and fresh vegetables create this iconic Filipino comfort food.

Lechon

The crown jewel of Filipino celebrations. This whole roasted pig features impossibly crispy skin and succulent meat, often served at fiestas and special gatherings.

Kare-Kare: The Peanut Stew

Kare-Kare represents the Filipino love for rich, hearty stews. This peanut-based dish features oxtail, tripe, and vegetables simmered in a thick, savory sauce. Traditionally served with fermented shrimp paste (bagoong) on the side, it showcases the complex flavor profiles that define Philippine cuisine.

3-4 hours cooking

Serves 6-8

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Dining Guide

Top Filipino Restaurants

Where to experience authentic flavors

4.5

Aristocrat Restaurant

Roxas Boulevard, Manila

A Manila institution since 1936, famous for their barbecued chicken and java rice. The perfect introduction to classic Filipino flavors.

Classic Filipino BBQ Historic

4.8

Manam Comfort Filipino

BGC, Taguig City

Modern interpretations of Filipino comfort food. Their sizzling sinigang and crispy sisig are crowd favorites among locals and tourists alike.

Modern Filipino Casual Dining

4.6

Locavore Kitchen

Capitol Commons, Pasig

Farm-to-table Filipino cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. Experience regional dishes from across the archipelago in one menu.

Farm-to-Table Regional

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Why Filipino Cuisine Matters

Filipino food tells the story of a nation - a blend of indigenous traditions, Spanish colonial influence, Chinese trade connections, and American cultural exchange.

Over 7,000 islands with unique regional specialties
Centuries of culinary evolution and fusion
Fresh tropical ingredients and bold flavors
Growing international recognition and appreciation

From Our Kitchen

Updated January 2025

The Art of Making Perfect Lumpia

Master the technique behind these crispy Filipino spring rolls that have become a global favorite.

Updated January 2025

Halo-Halo: The Ultimate Filipino Dessert

This colorful shaved ice dessert is the perfect way to cool down in tropical Philippines.

Noodle Dish

Pancit: Birthday Noodles

No Filipino celebration is complete without pancit. These stir-fried noodles symbolize long life and prosperity, making them a staple at birthday parties throughout the Philippines. From Pancit Canton to Pancit Bihon, each region has its own beloved variation of this essential dish.

Symbol of longevity

Celebration essential

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Experience the Heart of Filipino Cuisine