Filo Cafe

The best authentic Filipino food I’ve ever tried. I’m so glad I found this place, it’s now my go-to restaurant once a month since I live in DC. The pancit is perfectly soft, fresh, and flavorful. The lechón is well cooked and pairs nicely with the tapa. I love their lumpia: the shells are crispy with the perfect texture and filling. The halo-halo is well balanced in sweetness, with a good amount of toppings such as red and white beans and jelly. This restaurant reminds me of my fiancée’s family’s home-cooked food.

Tapsilog was SOOOOO DELICIOUS!!! We also got turoni (sweet crispy plantain) and carioca (sweet dough balls). I’m so pleased we wandered in here for a breakfast/lunch on a nice Saturday morning. A perfect savory breakfast. Definitely will come back!!

So good! The Kamayan platter is perfect for 2 people. Everything we wanted to eat in a great portion size. Lechon was crispy and pancit had perfect chew and flavor. Excited to come back and try their halo halo and chicken adobo!

Came in for dessert after a boodle fight dinner at another place; we had the halo halo, ube mochi, and mais con yelo. The ube mochi was wonderful, the halo halo could have been sweeter and more flavorful, and the mais con yelo perhaps is more of an acquired taste. The staff was so friendly and it really felt like home for those who miss the Philippines and have Filipino family.

First time coming here and loved this family establishment! We were recommended this place from a friend and got the kamayan combo plate and then the lechon kawali with rice. For me the stars are the lumpia (of course) and the lechon. Lechon fat just melts in your mouth, no chewing needed. The top is so crispy too. I love that the kamayan lets you try multiple things on a banana leaf. We also got some carioca for dessert which were delicious. Crispy outside, chewy on the inside. 10/10 They were also playing Queen of Tears in the background which is a +1 for atmosphere! Very clean and quiet area