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Welcome to Mekenie Pampangga’s Special

Mekenie Pampangga’s Special is a Filipino gem in Renton, WA, known for its homestyle dishes and welcoming atmosphere. The menu features traditional favorites like kare kare, sisig, and halo halo, all prepared with authentic flavors and generous portions. Customers rave about the friendly staff, cozy ambiance, and unforgettable Filipino cuisine. The restaurant's diverse offerings cater to both meat lovers and vegetarians alike, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. From the savory peanut sauce of the kare kare to the sizzling bangus, every dish is a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Don't miss out on the unforgettable dining experience at Mekenie Pampangga’s Special.

Mekenie Pampangga’s Special: Reviews & Ratings

Percy C.
Percy C.

Friendly, welcoming atmosphere with big screen entertainment, and the dishes we ordered are not too far off from my mama's cooking. Recommend kare kare- masarap!

Melissa L.
Melissa L.

I WOULD DIE FOR THIS PLACE!!! This homestyle Filipino joint is a place a highly recommend to my friends and family. It's so homey and has a loving touch by this family owned Filipino family. Feels like I'm visiting an auntie's house with the Filipino dramas or YouTube playing on the TV lol. I always order the sizzling bangus and we added on calamansi wings, bistek, and sinigang broth. It was a delicious and hearty meal perfect for a foggy day. Staff checked in on us and helped box up our togo! Can't wait to come back :)))

Jonathan O.
Jonathan O.

Fantastic Filipino food! The best sisig I've ever had and lumpia that brought me back to my childhood! I ordered a side of the sinigang broth as well and love the sour umami from the delicious fatty broth! The staff is super nice and checked in on me as my eyes were rolling back constantly from enjoyment. The restaurant is relaxed and had Netflix going with a funny Filipino drama that I enjoyed very much. Will come back and bring friends!

Loriana L.
Loriana L.

This apparent hidden gem is located in an industrial setting. The restaurant was full when we'd arrived at 12:45pm. The specials for this Saturday was handwritten and handed to us with the menu of homestyle specialty dishes. They were sold out of pancit palabok. Gotta try that next time. KARE KARE: savory peanut sauce forward with a few chunks of pork and ample vegetables that were not wilted or overcooked. It's supposed to be an oxtail dish. I guess it was good that it didn't have bones. The "not so salty" bagoong paste, an essential condiment, really tied everything together. 3.5/5 SISIG: authentic and flavorful. If you enjoy liver, this is a great meat combo dish that sizzles when it gets to your table. Get the extra egg on top. 4/5 HALO HALO: toppings included the usual variety of jellies, shaved ice, milk, crispy dried bananas, ube ice cream, and rice crispies. This classic dessert has lots of ube flavor. I'd like more kaong ( palm nuts) and coconut shreds please. 3.5/5 Please note that rice is a side dish and not included. Each savory dish ordered was not overly salted, so you can customize it to your own liking. Overall, we enjoyed the service, homestyle dishes, and affordable prices. I

Yan L.
Yan L.

Hidden gem with a lot of locals eating here. I came here after Erika's IG seattle food eats video . Food was packed with flavors. I'm not an expert with Filipino food but the pork adobo and brisket had my heart; even though the portion was kind of small (adobo). Their meat was fall off the bone soft. We even had the sisig which wasnt overpowering by liver but def smelled like liver; good amount of flavor there as well but can be a little too salty after eating half way. The lechon sadly was my least favorite here and disappointed. It was too oily with too much fat and not enough meat portion to balance the pieces. I felt like I could squeeze out the oil from them. It wasn't crunchy and just soggy. My cousin and I ordered a lot of food and even tried the salmon soup for the first time; we did not expect it to be soo sour; even though the soup is supposed to be that way which is on us. We notice a lot of people who came ordered this soup; heard it's very traditional and popular The service was good but once the restaurant had picked up on people it became really slow. It was hard to get the check with there being one server.

Josh G.
Josh G.

Food overall is good, they have a lot of options to chose from. I liked most of what I ate and would visit again. Parking is pretty easy overall, so not too much of an issue there. I'd say the location overall is a bit odd, but it's not bad or anything. Service was quick and friendly too!

Juz C.
Juz C.

Love Filipino food. We only ordered a bowl except for the sisig where we ordered a full plate. The lechon kawali was very crispy! The beef steak was also nice. The place isn't big but definitely a good place to eat Filipino food. They always play Filipino movies too. The waiter was attentive and would come refill our water. Overall experience is excellent!

Marie R.
Marie R.

How did I get so lucky to live close to this Filipino restaurant? I've been here a few times and have gotten different dishes each time. But the last time we came here, we got the pork sinigang, bangus sisig., and bistek. The sinigang is one of the dishes we would always get. As always, it was as perfectly sour and the meat was cooked perfectly! The bangus sisig was not overly cooked or doused with sauce so you can still taste the fish. The bistek is the dish that we got for the first time and I was amazed by how well-balanced the sauce was! When my family would cook it, the sauce would normally be too runny or too salty. But at this place, the sauce had a mild sweetness to it and it's slightly thicker that it tastes slightly caramelized! I can't wait to go back here and try other dishes! I'd bring my husband and friends so we can order more than 2 dishes!

Location

Mekenie Pampangga’s Special is a Filipino restaurant located at 16928 116th Ave SE Renton, WA 98058. This family-owned establishment offers a variety of homestyle specialty dishes that will transport you to the comfort of a Filipino home. The menu includes dishes like kare kare, sizzling bangus, calamansi wings, bistek, sinigang broth, sisig, and lumpia.

Customers have raved about the friendly atmosphere, big screen entertainment, and the authentic flavors reminiscent of home-cooked meals. The kare kare, with its savory peanut sauce and tender pork, has been a standout favorite among diners. The sisig, a flavorful meat combo dish that sizzles when it arrives at your table, has also received high praise.

Aside from the delicious food, Mekenie Pampangga’s Special offers a range of amenities such as takeout, delivery, reservation options, and catering services. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, has gender-neutral restrooms, and provides reusable tableware for environmentally conscious diners.

Overall, Mekenie Pampangga’s Special is a hidden gem in an industrial setting, offering affordable prices and hearty meals that will satisfy any craving for authentic Filipino cuisine. Whether you're a Filipino food aficionado or looking to explore new flavors, this restaurant is a must-visit for a truly immersive dining experience.