Bamboo Bistro Filipino Comedy Karaoke Bar & Restaurant — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Had high hopes for Bamboo Bistro after reading a lot of the great reviews, but unfortunately was sorely disappointed by the inattentive service (despite being literally the only dine-in party the entire time) and the mediocre food. Perhaps dinner service doesn’t match the quality of their more popular lunch buffet, but this experience certainly doesn’t leave me eager to return

More details: Came by for dinner as a party of two on a Sunday and were the only customers throughout our meal. This didn’t translate to attentive service though - our server was constantly on her phone or talking to friends and we had to repeatedly get up and flag her down for assistance. We ordered pancit canton and beef kare kare, both new to us dishes. The pancit was a bit too oily and salty for my taste, while the kare kare featured scant pieces of oxtail in a sauce that tasted like watered-down peanut butter, completely lacking depth or complexity. The kare kare appeared with a giant bowl of rice, which we barely made a dent in. To our surprise, when the bill arrived, we saw an extra charge for the rice —something we hadn’t ordered and that our server never mentioned would come with the kare kare or that it was an extra cost. When we raised the issue, she refused to acknowledge the oversight or remove the charge, which was incredibly frustrating.

From the inattentive service to the disappointing food to the extra fees, I can’t recommend Bamboo...

Hello fellow foodies, not real enthused with this place, yet keeping it real once again....

Came in for breakfast with the fam this morning after reading their reviews on Google and Yelp.

Initially observed they could have turned up their airconditioner a bit, it would be more comfortable in there. Considering it was a hot and exceptionally humid morning that extra cooling would have been appreciated.

In all fairness, the food was okay with particular emphasis and kudos on the thinly fried fish referred to as "jeprox". Real satisfying with garlic rice.

The "longanisa" was well seasoned and cooked quite well. Goes down real easy too.

A little dissapointed with the preparation of their "tocino", fried chicken, and adobo as they appeared undercooked and cold. Just couldn't handle more than two or three bites. (...however in the spirit of fairness, the food looked appetizing in the warmer.)

I really believe once they get their act together, this place definitely has tremendous potential.

I will give Bamboo Bistro another try in a few months, and trust that appropriate changes will be made to secure and lock in my business.

See you guys then, I know you can do it guys! See you in a few...

An absolute gem that delivers an unforgettable buffet experience rooted in rich flavors, tradition and warm hospitality. Once you walk-in, you will be greeted with genuine smiles and the irresistible aroma of freshly prepared dishes. The spread was both generous and diverse, showcasing the depth of Filipino cuisine. Standouts includes: Oxtail Kare-Kare with rich peanut sauce and fall-off the bone oxtail paired with house made shrimp paste; Beef Kaldereta. rich savory flavor and tender, slow cooked beef- my favorite: Lechon kawali with perfectly crackling skin and tender meat that melts in your mouth.

What really sets Bamboo Bistro apart is the attention to detail and authenticity, each dish tasted homemade. The ambiance was warm and lively, plus, you can view several pictures of well known personalities from the Philippines taken with the owner while visiting the restaurant. This buffet offers an immersive satisfying and utterly delicious experience. it's morethan just a meal, it's a celebration of Filipino culture and...