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Manila Inasal

Name: Manila Inasal
Address: Silver Lake Plaza, 240 Virgil Ave A Floor 1, Los Angeles, CA 90004, Los Angeles, United States
Rating: 4.9

Silver Lake Plaza, 240 Virgil Ave A Floor 1, Los Angeles, CA 90004 · Filipino restaurant, Asian restaurant, Live music venue · 4.9/5 Google (650 reviews)

Reservations · Delivery · Takeout

Destination for modern Filipino flavors with live music and warm hospitality; tasty but pricey with occasional consistency and service hiccups.

Restaurant Summary

Inside a small Silver Lake plaza, Manila Inasal feels warm and bustling with live acoustic sets and staff who greet you like family. Reviewers describe plates that arrive vibrant and aromatic, with one noting, "the owner made rounds to be sure we were happy." It is an easy spot to celebrate, though the music can be a little loud near the stage on busy nights. The cooking leans modern and produce-driven Filipino: sizzling lechon belly sisig, crab tortang talong that many call a must, and chicken inasal that reads nostalgic to some and too smoky to others. Portions trend sharable, pricing is premium for the category, and the experience is more comfort-forward than fussy—think familiar flavors with elevated touches rather than theatrics. Families do well here. Kids can zero in on chicken inasal, lumpia, garlic or white rice, and sweet finishes like ube mochi brownies or pistachio sans rival. Despite a few spice-forward sauces, there are straightforward options, and staff can suggest milder pairings. Expect a lively room on music nights, which many families enjoy.

At a Glance

Welcoming service with owner presence and live music vibe
Standout dishes include crab tortang talong and lechon belly sisig
Pricing is higher than typical Filipino spots
Occasional inconsistency (dry or cold plates, item outages)
Music volume can be loud near the stage

What Sets It Apart

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What People Love

Feeling of being treated like family
Crab-forward specialties with beautiful presentation
Lively, celebratory ambiance with music
Sharable plates that encourage feasting

Points of Concern

Some diners report dry chicken or cold dishes on busy nights (isolated but notable)
Group auto-gratuity and cake holding fee caught one party by surprise
Parking can be tight or time-limited in the plaza
Pricing is premium for the cuisine; a few mains feel overpriced

Service & Dining Experience

Service StyleTable Service Average Cost$50-$72 per person ReservationsRecommended

What to Order

Build a sharable meal: Laing Focaccia + Crab Tortang Talong + Boneless Chicken Inasal, finish with Pistachio Sans Rival
Value combo: Lumpia Shanghai + Chicken Inasal Bowl + Ube Mochi Brownies

Perfect For

Celebrating birthdays with live music
Introducing friends to Filipino flavors in a polished setting
Comfort-food date night
Family dinners with shareable plates

Location Insights

Area: Trendy, creative Silver Lake micro-plaza serving locals and destination diners; relaxed but polished vibe with evening draw.

Safety: Generally safe, well-trafficked plaza; typical urban precautions at night; indoor garage access reported.

Nearby: Small shopping plaza with subterranean parking; near residential blocks and neighborhood dining scene; live-music friendly evenings.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday11:00–22:00 Wednesday11:00–22:00 Thursday11:00–22:00 Friday11:00–22:00 Saturday11:00–22:00 Sunday11:00–20:00

Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout

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