Inihaw: Authentic Filipino Flavours in Charlton

Nestled in the heart of Charlton, Inihaw offers Londoners a genuine taste of the Philippines through its carefully crafted traditional dishes. This cozy, family-friendly restaurant has quickly become a local favourite, earning an impressive 4.9-star rating from nearly 450 reviews.

Signature Dishes Worth Trying

Inihaw's menu showcases the rich culinary heritage of Filipino cuisine with several standout dishes:

• Lechon Kawali - Their best-seller features crispy pork belly that's tender on the inside with perfectly crackling skin, served with special homemade sauce
• Filipino Pork Barbecue - Sweet and savoury skewers marinated in the owner's signature recipe
• Crispy Pata - A traditional dish of crispy pork hock/knuckle served with spicy vinegar and soy sauce
• Sisig - An exotic dish of finely chopped pork belly, ears and liver sautéed with special spices and topped with crunchy pork crackling

Vegetarian options are also available, including the excellent Tortang Talong (eggplant omelette) and Ginataang Kalabasa (squash in coconut milk).

Atmosphere and Experience

The restaurant offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere that evokes the feeling of dining in someone's home in the Philippines. While the space is intimate and modest in size, the friendly service and authentic flavours create a memorable dining experience.

With both dine-in and takeaway options available, Inihaw provides flexibility for enjoying their Filipino specialties. Their reasonable prices (most main dishes between £10-16) make this an accessible way to explore Filipino cuisine in London.

Whether you're craving a taste of home or wanting to discover Filipino food for the first time, Inihaw delivers authentic flavours and warm hospitality in a casual, unpretentious setting.