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Ugly Kitchen

Ugly Kitchen

(Now Closed)
Filipino Restaurant and Bar$$$$
East Village, New York
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  • Josh H.
    Josh HawkinsAugust 22, 2015
    Sisig and chicken adobo were perfect. Pork buns were fantastic. Service from Abby and Mel couldn't have been better. Highly recommend the dishes and the restaurant in general.
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    Rishi SatsangiNovember 18, 2014
    Aw man such a great neighborhood spot. The owners came and talked to us, the table next to us was super friendly. They ordered Kamayan!! We didnt. But it looked amazing.
  • Tatyana B.
    Tatyana BogatyrevaNovember 10, 2012
    Ugly pork buns and ugly dumplings are must try! The asian style jumbo wings were also great - with a little kick! .. Also, pork belly entree is delish, and the grilled chicken!
  • Jeeleighanne D.heart icon on user image
    Jeeleighanne DuboiusSeptember 30, 2017
    Yes yes the food is great, the atmosphere is festive and the staff just lovely. I couldn't get enough of the red horse beer. Really good
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneMay 27, 2015
    Tuesday happy hour $6 wines and cocktails. Lychee martini, shrimp adobo where you can eat the whole thing, head and all $14.
  • Mariama R.
    Mariama RentoyAugust 22, 2014
    Authentic Filipino food! My favorites would be the pares, laing, isaw, and i forgit the other food's names. For the cocktails kalamansi martini and lychee martini are for the win! 😉
  • Dianne M.
    Dianne MMay 4, 2013
    If you're feeling like dancing to good hip hop music and don't feel like going into a crowded dance place (to where there is no space to dance) - then this is your spot! DJ on Fridays are legit!
  • Lori L.
    Lori LuoSeptember 27, 2014
    The Filipino dishes here are their strong point, so be sure to get an order of the Sizzling Sisig (chopped pork, garlic, and chilies) and a side of garlic rice.
  • Pramod P.
    Pramod PaiMay 8, 2015
    Ugly Kitchen’s signature spicy marinated pork buns, ugly dumplings filled with fresh herb infused cheese and tomatoes, or fried spring rolls are a must try.. Read more
  • Celena C.heart icon on user image
    Celena ChanAugust 13, 2015
    Great salmon and spring rolls. They also do a kamayan night here and supply gloves if wanted. Chill, open atmosphere,
  • Jessica L.
    Jessica LeeNovember 13, 2017
    Food is super salty- especially the beef dishes. Reccommend trying the Longsilog sausages and also the salt & pepper squid.
  • Sonny D.heart icon on user image
    Sonny DatoySeptember 9, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    super friendly wait staff. the isaw is a personal obsession, but most everything else is on point!
  • Monicaheart icon on user image
    MonicaMay 30, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great Filipino-influenced cocktails, esp. the calamansi whiskey sour and the lychee martini
  • Venkatesh K.
    http://freshnyc.com/southeast-asian/filipino-restaurant-nyc-ugly-kitchens-gastropub-east-village good delicious food
  • Alana C.heart icon on user image
    Alana CadizDecember 7, 2014
    Great happy hour until 9pm = $6 cocktails. Lychee Martini was a favorite
  • Netsirkheart icon on user image
    NetsirkApril 10, 2016
    Is it really ugly? But I enjoyed the lechon kawali most. Happy hour until 8pm and local artwork on the walls.
  • Camheart icon on user image
    CamJune 19, 2013
    Don't be fooled, the spring rolls ARE lumpia (and good), my bay homies would be proud I spotted that, lol
  • Carmen F.
    Carmen FelicianoOctober 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Can't tell from name, but this place makes authentic Filipino food. The sisig makes the grade. Order one now!
  • Michael I.
    Michael IsraelOctober 25, 2013
    Really great spot. This is one of those international places that makes NY great.
  • Saaya Rei R.heart icon on user image
    Saaya Rei RuizFebruary 27, 2018
    lychee martinis are amazing! and the dumplings are not bad!
  • Katherine C.heart icon on user image
    Katherine ChiuMarch 8, 2015
    Long silog can never go wrong. Pork belly was a but greasy but delicious. Appetizers not as good as entrees
  • Charlie N.
    Charlie NunezOctober 26, 2013
    Check in with a friend and you get free Ugly dumplings. They're freshly made and really good.
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhNovember 17, 2019
    Get any of their sizzling plates!
  • rebecca d.heart icon on user image
    rebecca dauerOctober 25, 2013
    Great happy hour and free dumplings if you sign into 4square with a friend!
  • Cynthia I.heart icon on user image
    Cynthia IvetteAugust 8, 2014
    Drinks are great! Interesting menu items. Great atmosphere.
  • Devonta
    DevontaAugust 10, 2012
    The Spicy Mango and Sour Mango Martini was NASTY but it was a cool environment. Don't know if I would try their drinks again.
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PittsOctober 13, 2015
    If your drink order takes long enough, you might get free shots. FYI.
  • Joe D.
    Joe DNovember 5, 2011
    The food (pork belly) was divine. The atmosphere, however, suuucked. I live around the corner and seriously can't ever go back again.
  • Fee O.heart icon on user image
    Fee ODecember 6, 2014
    Decent food, I liked their bistek alot, good chill spot to hang and have drinks.
  • Jon C.
    Jon ChanSeptember 15, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Get the pork belly entree. Easily the best pork belly preparation I've ever had in my life.
  • Aditi L.heart icon on user image
    Aditi LuthraSeptember 2, 2018
    Lychee martini was not good imo, friends gin cocktail was also not good. But nice that they have food options till 1 am!!
  • Matty C.heart icon on user image
    Matty CitoJuly 7, 2016
    Whoa. Sterile bar and vibe. Likely one time visit
  • Kimber M.
    Kimber MatiasNovember 3, 2013
    Food was delicious!
  • J I.
    J IJanuary 26, 2012
    Chill bartender and free dumplings when you check in! (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
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    💎TMarch 29, 2016
    Only came for the bar but the dj is always playing good music
  • The Maharlikans
    The MaharlikansApril 26, 2013
    Ask bartender Elly for the "weng weng" it will fuck you if, adios mothafucka!
  • Grace Y.
    Grace YoonApril 27, 2012
    $6 hh cocktails. Pork belly entree is awesome!
  • Donald
    DonaldSeptember 3, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    be on the lookout for live art and awesome DJs after 10pm
  • Martin R.
    Martin RefsalAugust 22, 2012
    The buffalo wings are the epitome of perfection.
  • Cali G.heart icon on user image
    Cali GreenFebruary 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the grilled chicken entree. Amazing.
  • Saarim Z.heart icon on user image
    Saarim ZamanJuly 29, 2015
    Has decent food too!
  • Jay JaY B.
    Jay JaY BaezJuly 17, 2013
    Good drinks and good apps.
  • Pavlina K.
    Pavlina KovtsunSeptember 27, 2011
    try the green tea martini here. amaze
  • Andrew C.
    Andrew CerdaNovember 18, 2011
    Order the buns and the dumplings or I'll SHIV you!
  • Jessica S.
    Jessica S.September 17, 2011
    Chilll spot un-pretentious. Great lycee martini!
  • Ran Y.
    Ran YooApril 24, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Great dumpling and hot wings
  • MrsCorkster
    MrsCorksterApril 21, 2018
    Space cadet server, dry food, terrible cocktail and no itemized check—just the bill. Spend your money at Pig and Khao.
  • Shiv G.
    Shiv G.October 27, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    DJ Tamu is everything!
  • Francis A.
    Francis ArelDecember 14, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Als for Ron or phil
  • J B.
    J BSeptember 24, 2013
    Hh till 9pm.
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