Vibrant Filipino spot in Temescal serving balanced, slightly modernized classics with strong cocktails and brunch; great pork adobo and milkfish, but occasional consistency and service hiccups; pricing moderate for Oakland with good vegan and gluten-free coverage.
FOB Kitchen delivers solid Filipino dining with strong food quality anchored by reliably excellent pork adobo and lechon kawali, supported by friendly, attentive service and thoughtful, vibrant decor. However, inconsistent execution on fried items and sinigang flavor prevents grade A territory, and the intimate Temescal space, while charming, doesn't command destination status. A worthwhile neighborhood favorite for Filipino comfort food and cocktails.
One caveat: Sinigang and bistek authenticity varies; some find flavors too mild or lemony