Manila Turo Turo — Restaurant in Fremont

Never judge a book by its cover. You can call me one of the OG customers of Manila Turo-Turo since we all have been coming here since “Darling” was the owner.

It has been through a few change of ownerships since then, but under the new regime, it feels and tastes just like the good old days, even better.

If you haven’t been here before, the food is authentic homestyle Filipino food covering all the top favorite ulam (dishes) from sinigang na baboy, adobo, pancit, lechon kawali, binagoongan and the must have pusit.

Service is genuine Pinoy hospitality with mom and daughter team upfront serving food with smiles. The dining area is small but similar to eating in Nanay’s (mom’s) kitchen.

My favorite is tocino and longaniza. Both are always soft and tender with kapampangan style timpla in the longaniza. It’s been consistent so far in the way it is served along with their very delicious sinangag (garlic fried rice) which alone can be enjoyed by itself along with the perfectly cooked egg on top.

There are many choices in the Bay Area if you are craving for good Filipino food, but if you’re in the vicinity of Manila Turo-Turo or even 500+ miles away, it’s worth the...

It’s a hole in a wall. I ordered the adobo pusit, bansilog, sinigang broth and tocilog on two different occasions. None took away my breath. They were mediocre. The same as the surrounding Filipino restaurants. However, the owners’ friendliness and genuineness were apparent. Both sisters on two separate occasions, stopped at my table and engaged in a warm conversation, making me feel like a beloved family. I felt like I was being served at Nobu. I asked if they had coffee and she said she can make me one, which was not part of the menu, plus it was’t included on the final check. The black pipping hot coffee was in a paper dixie cup, but tasted better than coffee in Brazil. This personalized and attentive service ensured a positive experience, despite the food.

Overall, this hole in the wall offers a welcoming atmosphere and friendly owners. The food might not be the primary draw, but it’s a great choice if seeking a comfortable spot with excellent customer...

An online search for good Filipino food in the East Bay led me to this restaurant. A friend and I have eaten there several times. It’s a casual, cafeteria-style business with a small but cozy dining area. Irene was very welcoming and was happy to describe some of the dishes. Her customer service is exceptional! We enjoyed everything we ordered….the Longsilog with garlic rice, eggs & tomato, the Sinigang with pork, Kare-kare (loved the tender oxtail and tripe in peanut sauce), Pinakbet (like the way mom made it!), the Kaldareta, and calamansi juice. For dessert we had the fried Turon which was sweet and crispy. Their homestyle dishes are all fresh and delicious. We found a “happy place” for Filipino cuisine where we will go from now on. We highly recommend Manila Turo-Turo. You won’t be...