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Rating breakdown
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5 ★74%
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4 ★14%
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3 ★3%
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2 ★5%
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1 ★4%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Manila Bay Filipino Restaurant?
- Manila Bay Filipino Restaurant is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 669 reviews.
- Where is Manila Bay Filipino Restaurant located?
- 13800 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO 80012, United States
- How can I contact Manila Bay Filipino Restaurant?
- Phone: +1 303-751-2561 · Website: manilabayrestaurant.com
Cool and good place. It was my first time, and I got the oxtail. I would suggest not getting it unless you know what you are getting. We got the fried banana with mango, magnolia ice cream, lumpia, spring rolls, and some stuff that was like chow mein. Everything overall was good. I am only visiting, but if I lived here, I would go try more items in their menu again.
Wonderful Authentic Filipino food! Everything was delicious and flavorful. Service was great! We had Benny. The atmosphere was very chill. The entire restaurant including the bathroom was super clean.
*Be careful when you read negative reviews with the words “not authentic Filipino food.” Please educate yourselves and understand that the Philippines has many many different regions with many different ways of cooking a dish (ie Adobo). This may not be authentic to your region of the Philippines but it mostly like is to the chef or to the family of the restaurant. I am from Manila and to me what they served is what I remember from when I was still living in the Philippines and what my family makes. *
Amazing food and Service, Manila Bay!
*Be careful when you read negative reviews with the words “not authentic Filipino food.” Please educate yourselves and understand that the Philippines has many many different regions with many different ways of cooking a dish (ie Adobo). This may not be authentic to your region of the Philippines but it mostly like is to the chef or to the family of the restaurant. I am from Manila and to me what they served is what I remember from when I was still living in the Philippines and what my family makes. *
Amazing food and Service, Manila Bay!
Our family spends so much time in the Philippines and we just found out that we have this filipino restaurant just a short drive from our Denver home. So Happy! Our first visit was incredible... the crispy pata (special menu) was insanely good, as were the oxtail kare kare the bangus sisig. The kids loved the sinigang fries and we all went nuts for the incredibly authentic halo halo and mais con hielo. Benny and May (managers/owners, I think) provided the service and it was flawless. You really can't find better filipino food anywhere... This meal was every bit as good as any we've had in the Philippines and we'll be coming back on a very regular basis.
My newest obsession. I love the minimalist design and peaceful vibe. It was not busy when I went, so the service was great. But the food tasted as if the chef put in the extra effort to get the food perfect. I had pork belly adobo and steamed rice. The meat was tender and savory served in a light vinegar broth. I was speechless: it was if carnitas from Mexico had a baby with Filipino carnitas. Soooo delicious, not overstated or heavily garnished: just your meal.
They have goldilocks on the other side of the store: Filipino treats and snacks.
Great parking, and the prices are very reasonable.
They have several gluten-free dishes, but if you have allergies, ask before you order. Some dishes are prepared with peanut oil, etc.
They have goldilocks on the other side of the store: Filipino treats and snacks.
Great parking, and the prices are very reasonable.
They have several gluten-free dishes, but if you have allergies, ask before you order. Some dishes are prepared with peanut oil, etc.
Very filipino restaurant - complete with filipino music, food, drinks, servers, and even tables that seat 20 people for feasting. I will say this place was a fortune. I paid $60 on a lunch for 2. No drinks, just pancit, kare kare, and the adobo appetizer and that ran to 60 bux after tax n tip (basically all meals are $20). The prices are not so filipino.
The chicken adobo appetizer to me didn't seem like it was adobo at all. There was barely any sauce on them at all actually and what little there was didn't taste anything like true filipino adobo. Don't get me wrong though it was honestly the best thing i ate while i was here, love the crispy wings. I am going to mark you down though because you gave me 1 wing and all the rest were drumettes and i like the wing flats the most so you messed up good on that one. Pancit and kare kare were aight. My pork in my pancit seemed overcooked - super tough and chewy, also bad flavor like it was under seasoned.
The chicken adobo appetizer to me didn't seem like it was adobo at all. There was barely any sauce on them at all actually and what little there was didn't taste anything like true filipino adobo. Don't get me wrong though it was honestly the best thing i ate while i was here, love the crispy wings. I am going to mark you down though because you gave me 1 wing and all the rest were drumettes and i like the wing flats the most so you messed up good on that one. Pancit and kare kare were aight. My pork in my pancit seemed overcooked - super tough and chewy, also bad flavor like it was under seasoned.
Really tasty. I had the pork belly and rice. My boyfriend had the shrimp and rice. We were slightly bummed they do not serve alcohol. The bakery was very cute and we were able to pick up some desert for a fair price.
It’s about time we have a great Filipino restaurant in town!
The location is convenient, right off of 225 at Mississippi on the southeast corner, you’d think it would have road noise but that’s not a problem at all. The dining room was nice, welcoming, open and spacious. We found it very clean and the waitstaff was incredible, at least the lady and gentleman that helped us.
We had supper with my old roommate from the Philippines; he and his wife ordered a wonderful assortment of foods for our large group to share and everything was right on point! Family style is definitely the way to go, get a good assortment and share everything. That way you don’t miss anything! We’re looking forward to going back so we can try even more of the menu.
If you’ve never had Filipino food, go with an open mind, the flavors are unique; being a Spanish colony, the foods have both Asian and Spanish elements (think stir-fry to escabeche), and are totally unique in their own way. I expect it will be much more appreciated by folks with lots of international experience, it’s definitely not for picky mainstream locals (try McDonalds).
Presentations were classic, simple, and not embellished, just like mom would do, not fancy but substantial and delicious.
We also enjoy the cute little bakery on the side, they don’t make any other baked products, but import some great items from several different Asian countries, my wife found her favorite Japanese cream puffs.
Go with an open mind and enjoy!
The location is convenient, right off of 225 at Mississippi on the southeast corner, you’d think it would have road noise but that’s not a problem at all. The dining room was nice, welcoming, open and spacious. We found it very clean and the waitstaff was incredible, at least the lady and gentleman that helped us.
We had supper with my old roommate from the Philippines; he and his wife ordered a wonderful assortment of foods for our large group to share and everything was right on point! Family style is definitely the way to go, get a good assortment and share everything. That way you don’t miss anything! We’re looking forward to going back so we can try even more of the menu.
If you’ve never had Filipino food, go with an open mind, the flavors are unique; being a Spanish colony, the foods have both Asian and Spanish elements (think stir-fry to escabeche), and are totally unique in their own way. I expect it will be much more appreciated by folks with lots of international experience, it’s definitely not for picky mainstream locals (try McDonalds).
Presentations were classic, simple, and not embellished, just like mom would do, not fancy but substantial and delicious.
We also enjoy the cute little bakery on the side, they don’t make any other baked products, but import some great items from several different Asian countries, my wife found her favorite Japanese cream puffs.
Go with an open mind and enjoy!
From Dallas, TX and decided to take my Pinoy family here and it did not disappoint. Ambiance, service, and food was great! Gave it 4 stars because thought it was a tad over pricey for Filipino food. Overall, we would definitely come back!
By far the best Filipino food ever. The customer service was amazing, the owner and her son was very friendly and professional. Last but not least the chef deserves 10 out of 10 for preparing the best Filipino dishes. My only complaint is that I live in Texas and I want Manila Bay😢can wait to go back to Colorado just to eat at Manila Bay💯Can’t forget about the bakery on the way out we stop and bought one of each Ensaymada (Goldilocks) the best name brand😁
I could tell the food wasn't authentically Filipino and way too much raw purple onions for my liking. However, it was delicious and filling.
Tge restaurant was very clean, and staff very friendly and welcoming. Overall, it was a good experience.
Tge restaurant was very clean, and staff very friendly and welcoming. Overall, it was a good experience.
Manila Bay is a nice Filipino restaurant, with lots of seating space and a great ambience and superb food. Prices are reasonable and dishes are large enough. The Noodles we tried were memorably delicious. The fries are very tasty too. One more thing - they also have party trays available, and prices are available at the reception desk.
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