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Little Ongpin to the Rescue: A Filipino Feast in Richmond, BC

Plans for my brother’s birthday changed fast today. We wanted to order from Peaceful Restaurant in Richmond, but they were closed. We called our trusty Little Ongpin instead. It turned out to be the perfect choice.


A bowl of Filipino style Chopsuey with stir-fried vegetables and quail eggs from Little Ongpin in Richmond.
A colourful bowl of Chopsuey to add some crunch and freshness to the feast

The Little Ongpin Food

We ordered all our favourite Filipino dishes and the food was delicious:

  • Lumpiang Shanghai: These are the best in Metro Vancouver. They are extra crispy and always a hit at family dinners. 
A large plate of golden brown crispy Lumpiang Shanghai rolls with pink serving tongs.
The best Lumpiang Shanghai in Metro Vancouver—perfectly golden and extra crispy.

  • Inihaw na Liempo: This was so good. You can really taste the calamansi and soy sauce from the marinade. It was savoury, tangy, and grilled just right.
Grilled Filipino pork belly known as Inihaw na Liempo sliced on a white serving platter.
That calamansi and soy sauce marinade makes this Liempo absolutely irresistible.

  • Java Chicken: I love the charred bits on this chicken. They add so much flavour.
Four pieces of grilled Java Chicken with a cucumber garnish on a white plate.
You can't beat those smoky, charred bits on the Java Chicken!

  • Lechon Kawali and Chopsuey: The pork belly was very crunchy. The Chopsuey was fresh and balanced out the heavy meat.
A plate of crispy deep-fried pork belly pieces also known as Lechon Kawali.
Look at that crackle! Nothing says a Filipino birthday like a plate of Lechon Kawali.

Mama’s Spaghetti and Cake

Mama also made her Filipino-style spaghetti. We love it because it is sweet and comforting. My sister’s Canadian fiance even said it is better than Jollibee! That is a huge compliment.

For dessert, my sister brought a cake from Sweet Obsession. Their cakes are always good and made for a sweet end to our meal.

A Big Win for the Whitecaps

After eating, we watched the Whitecaps play Portland. It was a very close game. The Whitecaps won 3-2 in added time. It was an exciting way to finish the birthday.

Even though our first plan did not work out, the day was great. Good food, home cooking, and a big win made it a birthday to remember.

Love Little Ongpin?

I have visited this Richmond staple many times! If you are planning your own feast, check out my previous posts for more ideas on what to order:

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