The 5 Best Filipino Restaurants in Houston for Authentic Pinoy Dishes

Gerry’s Grill presents itself as a lively Filipino dining destination in Houston, offering favorites like sisig, inihaw na pusit (grilled squid), and crispy pata, with a full bar and live music on weekends.

From what I found, the venue shines when you’re in the mood for a festive, group-friendly evening out and want the full Filipino restaurant experience with grilled specialties and shared plates.

On the flipside, some reviewers mention that certain dishes (e.g., kare-kare or palabok) don’t quite hit the high mark for flavor compared to the marquee items.

The price point is comfortable for a casual night out, but in the $$ range, so if you’re after a budget breakfast or solo lunch, it might feel slightly upscale. Overall, a strong pick — especially for a social dinner or family gathering.

Highly recommended!

“THE BEST Filipino restaurant in Texas that I’ve been to! Great for family gatherings or meeting up with friends! Food is really great and brings the nostalgia from home!

Service was excellent. Ambience was homey and classy and atmosphere was fun and lively. Highly recommended! Will surely come back! Thank you Joy and Roger for the hospitality!!!” 

– Jonathan Julio, Google Review 

Will definitely be back

“After a long-awaited wait, we finally drove and got to try the famous Gerry’s. When we have a tourney here in Houston this place is always packed but this time frame was perfect. Food was excellent but a bit pricey but it was the nostalgia of one of the famous restaurants in the Philippines. But it was good and will definitely be back after our food coma!!!” 

– Apollo De Jesus, Google Review

Be More Pacific offers a stylish take on Filipino food in Houston’s Heights neighborhood. 

Their menu blends traditional comfort dishes — like chicken adobo, pork sisig, and pancit canton — with more inventive offerings such as crispy Spam musubi with queso-covered tots and longganisa-topped screens.

Many reviewers highlight the freshness of food and the inviting ambiance: one described the meal as “very fresh and extremely good, and the service from the staff was second to none.”

On the other hand, some customers mention that the portion sizes for certain bar-style items feel small, and the price is a little high for the size. 

This spot is excellent for a modern Filipino-food date night or shared outing, though if you’re craving heavy, hearty platters, you might find yourself wanting more bang for your buck.

Must-eat place

“Extremely delicious and a great vibe. This place also has private karaoke 🎤 rooms for medium-sized parties. We finished our meal with Halo-Halo and it was awesome! We will definitely come back and this place is now on our rotation of must-eat places.” 

– Gabriel Lyndon Salinas, Google Review 

Brings back warm memories of home

“Delicious Filipino food! Brings back warm memories of home. The food presentation was not as the same but the taste was really good! We reserved a room for our large group and got a free hour of karaoke! Friendly and efficient staff too.” 

– Abraham Sianoya, Google Review

Filp ‘n Patties is a Filipino-American fusion burger and street food spot that started as a food truck back in 2012 and now has a brick-and-mortar presence. 

The menu highlights include a wagyu beef “Amboy Burger” with bacon and cheddar, a chicken pupu plate with garlic rice, siopao buns, and other bold takes on Filipino mod-fare. 

Reviews are generally favorable. However, some diners noted expectations might be high and pricing a little steep for what they received.

This place is ideal if you’re in the mood for burgers with Filipino flavor, casual and fun — but if you’re in the mood for traditional Filipino dining, you may want something a little more classic.

Fun and tasty fusion food

“Great spot in our part of town. Fun and tasty fusion food. Come support this place! Great food, Good kids menu, and very friendly staff. If you’re not that adventurous at least come for the burgers. Fresh, juicy, and satisfying! The buns make their burgers sooo satisfying. Support the small guys! Let’s see them thrive.” 

– Joe Phillips, Google Review 

Amazing Filipino flavors

“I know that it’s hard to go out and spend money these days but you will not regret coming out to Flip ‘n Patties. Amazing Filipino flavors and portion sizes that will fill you up. We had the burger with the lumpias. The Pupu Solo chicken bites are huge and then we got the Halo Halo dessert which was also huge and then found out that’s it was only the half portion. Try them out!” 

– Raul Cervantes, Google Review

To Go Cafe is a family-owned gem, tucked inside an H-E-B grocery store on Bellaire Boulevard. According to their website, they offer combo meals around $11.99, value meals around $8.99, and full-day Pinoy breakfast plates.

Reviewers praise the portion size and authenticity: TripAdvisor notes the venue “does a great volume of whole meals; picked up by families and large groups, with party packages and food trays.”

On the other hand, because it’s more of a cafe-style set-up inside a grocery store, the ambiance is casual and lacks the polish of a full dine-in restaurant.

Some patrons also noted limited seating and a modest menu compared with full-service venues. Still, for those seeking genuine Filipino comfort food at budget-friendly pricing, To Go Cafe is a standout.

Authentic Filipino food experience

“The ladies who serve here are so attentive. They ask and make sure the food you get served is proper before you pay. This, coupled with the taste, just gives you an authentic Filipino food experience. And their halohalo is so nice, especially during the Texan summer heat.” 

– Ray Thames, Google Review 

Delicious food

“I’ve always passed by it whenever I’m at HEB but I never stopped to dine in. Today I saw it on Doordash & decided to order for a pickup. The food was on time & I got to stroll the restaurant to see what other foods they had & they had a variety! I will definitely have to dine in next time! The food was delicious, loved it. Lumpias was so tasty and everything was still piping hot when I got home. I wished I had known to come in & eat here more after all these years.” 

– Lisa Castle, Google Review

Godo’s Bakery & Restaurant is less about full-scale dinner service and more about comforting Filipino eats, baked goods, and casual lunch/dinner options near the Texas Medical Center.

Their website describes itself as “home of the best and affordable Filipino cuisine, pastries, and specialty siopao.” Reviewers highlight their kakanin (sticky rice cakes) and mamon sponge cakes as popular items.

On the flip side, the rating is lower, and some guests say the food quality or variety isn’t as strong as full-service restaurants, and the space appears more modest than stand-alone Filipino dining spots.

If you’re after pastries or a light Filipino meal in a bakery setting, this is a solid choice, but for a full evening out, you may prefer a more robust restaurant environment.

The food was delicious and fresh!

“Great place to eat and enjoy the ambiance! The food was delicious and fresh! The restaurant was clean! The staff were friendly and easy to talk to, and described the food. I highly recommend Godo’s restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to everyone to experience Filipino cuisine!” 

– Chhaya Taylor, Google Review 

Portion was great amount

“One of the first Filipino restaurant in Houston, I go order deliver and the food was fast and delicious. The Kare-Kare was very flavorful and the lechon was very crispy and the portion was great amount. I would love to come here and try the breakfast one day.” 

– Mark Wang, Google Review