Go on a culinary journey to the Philippines without leaving Sydney at these excellent spots around town.
1. Lazza Marrickville
2. Sizzling Fillo Lidcombe
Sizzling Fillo in Lidcombe serves traditional Filipino cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere complete with karaoke for the perfect evening. Their menu consists of everything from grilled pork liempo to succulent chicken aboro, crispy fried milkfish and more. Don’t forget to try the popular halo-halo dessert with comprises velvety taro ice cream with colorful toppings. Check out their full menu here.
3. Sydney Cebu Lechon (Charcoal Roast Pork)
Sydney Cebu Lechon in Enmore is filled with Filipino charm both in its decor and its extensive menu. Find rustic tables adorned with woven straw details and packets of snacks dangling from the ceiling. This is also one of the only places in Sydney that serve roasted lechlon (roasted suckling pig) which also happens to be the highlight of their menu. Marinated for 48 hours in a brine infusion, it’s then rolled with a medley of garlic, lemongrass, spring onions, bay leaves, and fragrant herbs. Find their full menu here.
4. Mama Lor
5. Sir Manong
Sir Manong is all about authentic and flavourful Filipino cuisine served in a casual dining space. Classics like crispy pata, adobo pork kare kare and sisig are all on the menu with a modern twist to please diners. Don’t miss out on their standout lechon, with its perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat and for a burst of flavor, pair it with their delicious garlicky fried rice.
