Timog — Restaurant in Newark

Let me start by saying that their dishes are one of a kind. The flavor in each dish is on point. What was ordered are the following and I have to apologize for the photos, we ended up devouring the food and totally forgot to that before photos.

DINAKDAKAN - the charbroiled taste of the pork is nicely flavored with the seasoning and ingredients. Perfect spice added sealed the deal for me

CRISPY PALABOK - Amazing!

BANGUS SISIG - perfectly balanced in flavor. You won't have anything to take home since you can't get enough of the flavor.

CHICHARON BULAKLAK - we all know you can't mess this up but believe it or not other places managed to do so, but not TIMOG! You'll end up ordering a beer or two with it. Make sure you're not driving! lol

PARES NI ENTENG - Ok, this has to be my favorite one amongst all of the above. Meat is beautifully prepared and seasoned. They don't skimp on the type of meat they use. They have massive amount of beef tendons with it too that melts in your mouth. Order it and thank me later.

HALO HALO CLASSIC - don't be fooled by the name classic. It's a special mixture of our favorite halo halo. Ingredients are fresh and never frozen. They prepare it once you order it and it's not readily available in the fridge like other places. I was never a fan of beans in my halo halo and requested not to have any on mine. Request granted! Prang genie lang sila. Hahahaha Oh and also it's HUGEEEEE! Don't be greedy and bring a friend or two to share this amazing hunk a cup! Its size is bigger than my face.

To end this review, I must say that service is beyond amazing. They sure are very personable in this joint. They give you their honest opinion about the dishes they have. The owner and chef is very down to earth and so is the whole staff. I will definitely come back to try the rest of the dishes that ran out since we came after 7pm. Saturdays they have acoustic nights where you get to chill, hang out and get fed.

Dining here is like coming home to your Lola's kitchen and having her home cooked meal. Again, thank me later.

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tl;dr

Timog, an unassuming gem, offers a culinary journey that transports you to the heart of Filipino cuisine, where rich flavors reminiscent of your lola’s kitchen await.

From the moment you step inside, Timog’s clean and welcoming atmosphere envelops you in a sense of ease. The bright and well-kept space, thoughtfully decorated, invites you to relax and savor your meal.

One of the things I truly appreciated about Timog was their generous use of ingredients. No skimping here—every plate is a feast for the senses, with spices and sauces that capture the essence of how our lolas and moms prepare their dishes.

The Kare-Kare Volcano stood out as a culinary masterpiece, its rich, velvety peanut sauce a symphony of flavors. The pungent and perfectly salty bagoong on the side added a delightful contrast, while the Sinigang na Hipon provided the perfect balance of sourness that made your mouth water. And let’s not forget the Lechon Kawali—crispy, juicy, and served with a liver sauce that tasted like a labor of love.

Other notable dishes were Picadillo, Mechado, Laing, Lumpiang Shanghai (you can really taste the meat here), and the Pork Adobo (they used pork belly). And if you’re feeling sweet, their Halo-Halo is a showstopper that perfectly concludes your already satisfying meal.

What truly sets Timog apart is the attentive and friendly service. The staff treats you like family, checking in just enough to ensure your comfort and always ready to offer recommendations or explain dishes with pride.

Each dish savored was a testament to the true essence of Filipino cuisine—prepared with heart, tradition, and a commitment to quality. Whether you grew up with these dishes or are discovering them for the first time, Timog offers a comforting experience that only home-cooked Filipino food...

We’re thrilled to have a new option for Filipino food in the Newark/Fremont area. Timog is located inside the Lion Newark Shopping Center, right next to the Lion Food Supermarket. The decor and atmosphere is 5-stars as you can see the attached images.

We were celebrating a birthday with a party of 12 on a Thursday night. Not very busy that night but only one server, who did a great job hustling between the parties in the restaurant.

Food was good overall. Most of us agreed that the best dishes were the lechon kawali, ginataang sitaw at kalbasa and pork sisig. The pancit bihon was okay but a little bland. We were very full so we didn’t try halo halo for dessert but saw a family sharing a huge glass at another table.

Overall, it was a very good experience. We will definitely be back for a...