I’ve been to hundreds of Filipino gatherings from birthday celebrations, backyard BBQs, basketball parties, Superbowl fiestas, funerals (yes, Filipinos eat and gather that time too), picnics, and all the above…food is the main component!

It brings us together. Food creates convo and radiates love and well being. This 20 Filipino foods list for a party is what I would be serving to any people that want to try Filipino food and also to my own Filipino family.

These Filipino party recipes are not too difficult to prepare, have a stellar presentation, and every single dish really stands out!

Nothing in this Filipino party foods list is boring. Nothing I say! You’ll love and your guests will love it more. Let’s go!

1. Pork Belly Sisig Tacos

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Sisig Recipe with Pork Belly

Pork belly is crisped and seasoned with aromatics like garlic and onions, dressed with the authentic touch of chicken liver. This creates the iconic Filipino recipe of sisig that is rich, savory, and irresistible comfort food. No mayo recipe.

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Not boring! Pork belly sisig is so delicious as is…why not add a tortilla warmer with little mini corn tortillas and a braiser pan of delicious pork belly sisig as the cutest, most inviting, and mouth-watering appetizer ever!

This gets the taste buds going and talking!

Yes…this is winning. Showing off one of the ultimate Filipino party foods with a modern fusion twist. All the generations will appreciate this.

• Why it’s easy: Prep the pork ahead, assemble tacos right before serving or have it a “do it yourself” style with the pork sisig in a nice platter and the tortillas in a warmer.
• Why it brings the crowd: Fun Filipino Mexi fusion that feels exciting and modern
• Flavor profile: Savory, rich, citrusy, slightly spicy

2. Lumpia Shanghai

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Crispy Classic Lumpia Shanghai

A favorite Filipino food, this lumpia recipe shines with a pork and beef mix and very few simple ingredients. I recommend reading the full recipe before beginning. This recipe makes about 50 lumpias.

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If you don’t have lumpia…people are going to ask “where is the lumpia?” So please be sure to have CRISPY lumpia. This recipe is classic, traditional, and stays crispy! No soggy wrappers here.

• Why it’s easy: Make ahead, freeze, then fry or air-fry
• Why it brings the crowd: The #1 Filipino party request—always disappears first
• Flavor profile: Crispy, savory, juicy

3. Mango Salsa with Ginger

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Mango Salsa with Ginger

This is the best mango salsa recipe that turns heads with aromatic ginger and a Filipino inspired vinaigrette that mixes fresh squeezed lemon and vinegar for the best tongue-hugging flavor. This salsa pairs perfectly with roasted, grilled, and fried meat and seafood.

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Fresh, Fresh, Baby! This is so tropical with Filipino influence from traditional cucumber tomato onion salad….but in a chopped up medley that goes with chips and as a topping to so many Filipino main dishes. It adds brightness and contrast to the richer foods.

• Why it’s easy: Just chop and mix
• Why it brings the crowd: Fresh contrast to rich grilled and fried dishes
• Flavor profile: Sweet, bright, gingery with a kick

4. Kinilaw na Hipon (Filipino Shrimp Ceviche with Ginger)

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Kinilaw Na Hipon: Filipino Shrimp Ceviche

a zesty shrimp ceviche inspired affair of ginger and shrimp that should stay together forever on our tastebuds

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If you have read this far…are you hungry yet! My gosh this recipe is screaming summer Filipino BBQ bash.

It’s refreshing.

If you don’t like shrimp go for kinilaw na tuna. The thing here is that vinegar is the cooking agent and the result is magic.

• Why it’s easy: No cooking required, just marinate and chill
• Why it brings the crowd: Refreshing, light, and unexpected on a party table
• Flavor profile: Tangy, citrus-forward, lightly spicy with fresh ginger heat

5. The Best Classic Pancit Bihon with Tender Meat

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Classic Pancit Bihon with Very Tender Meat

The textures are so perfect in this rice noodle dish that is savory, filling, and a healthier option with lots of colorful veggies. This Filipino party food is a must try, anytime, but always be sure to have one for your next get together.

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My mom voice is coming out now…you have to make this dish! Noodles mean long life and coming together. No pancit…you’re Filipino party table is not complete.

• Why it’s easy: One-pan noodle dish, easy to make ahead
• Why it brings the crowd: A Filipino party staple everyone expects. If you want a very easy one that is vegetarian, make veggie pancit bihon that takes just minutes!
• Flavor profile: Savory, garlicky, light but comforting

6. Filipino Pork Adobo

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Filipino Classic Pork Adobo

This easy one-pot meal is next level comfort food. Pork shoulder is braised to fork-tenderness with garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar for the most lip-smacking sauce.

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So classic and authentic! Filipino pork adobo is a main dish, yummy, but also it represents! This brings people back home. This is comforting and rich and slow-cooked. Set it and forget it…which makes this an easy party food for a Filipino feast. Make it with pork adobo sa gata with coconut milk for a twist!

• Why it’s easy: Simmer-and-forget cooking, very forgiving
• Why it brings the crowd: Familiar, comforting, universally loved
• Flavor profile: Savory, tangy, garlicky with rich depth

7. Inihaw Filipino BBQ Chicken Skewers

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Filipino BBQ Chicken Skewers

Filipino bbq chicken skewers, aka inihaw Filipino barbecue, is a savory-sweet, total crowd pleaser! This recipe is All Natural using soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and real lime!

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• Why it’s easy: Simple Filipino marinade, quick grill time
• Why it brings the crowd: Handheld, smoky, perfect backyard food
• Flavor profile: Sweet-savory, smoky, juicy

8. Filipino BBQ Short Ribs

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Filipino BBQ Short Rib (Flanken Cut)

This Filipino BBQ Short Rib recipe made with flanken-cut short ribs (like the kind you find at Korean BBQ called galbi) is so tender, so lip-smacking, and the best recipe made with Filipino BBQ marinade. No skewers needed!

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Short ribs are often seen at KBBQ…but why not Filipino style? The fact you can marinate this the night before, cook it on the grill or skillet, have it ready to eat within ten minutes, and NO skewering is needed makes this a 10/10 Filipino party food recipe!

• Why it’s easy: No skewers needed, quick cook time
• Why it brings the crowd: Glossy, caramelized, restaurant-worthy
• Flavor profile: Sweet, savory, tangy with charred edges

9. Sticky Adobo Chicken Wings

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Sticky Chicken Adobo Wings : Air Fryer

Easy and less than 5 ingredients. Classic Filipino chicken adobo seasonings create lip-smacking party wings to wow. They cook fast and with a few steps, this is a winner winner chicken dinner!

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• Why it’s easy: One-pan, oven-friendly, minimal prep
• Why it brings the crowd: Finger food + bold Filipino flavor
• Flavor profile: Savory, tangy, sticky-sweet

10. Sinangag (Filipino Garlic Rice)

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Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag)

This side dish is so fragrant, savory, and full of crispy garlic goodness that takes your leftover rice to the next level. Try garlic fried rice with your breakfast eggs or as a side to fish and grilled meats. Only few ingredients!

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• Why it’s easy: Uses leftover rice, cooks fast
• Why it brings the crowd: Pairs with everything on the table
• Flavor profile: Garlicky, savory, aromatic

11. Filipino Macaroni Salad

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Filipino Macaroni Salad

A classic favorite with a touch of island flavor of chicken and pineapple. This mac salad has sweet notes combined with small diced veggies for crunch and texture. It's especially easy on the mayo so every ingredient can shine! You'll be side dish ready for your next gathering or potluck.

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• Why it’s easy: No advanced cooking skills needed. Make the day before.
• Why it brings the crowd: Nostalgic, kid-friendly, always familiar
• Flavor profile: Creamy, lightly sweet, tropical, comforting

12. Sawsawan (Filipino Dipping Sauces)

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Sawsawan (Traditional Filipino Dipping Sauce)

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Sawsaw is an essential tableside condiment! It flavors-up anything from lumpia to grilled meats and more. Filipino vinegar dipping sauce is lip-smacking and for your guests that have never tried it, they are in for a fun tasting element of Filipino cuisine here.

• Why it’s easy: Mix-and-match, no cooking required
• Why it brings the crowd: Instantly upgrades every dish
• Flavor profile: Tangy, salty, spicy, citrusy…and very Filipino!

14. Calamansi Drink

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Calamansi Fruit Drink

Calamansi juice drink a totally refreshing, citrusy, vibrant drink packed with vitamin C and bursting with tropical, Filipino style flavor!

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It’s Filipino lemonade! The calamansi is a bit of lemon, lime, yuzu, meets orange…just a unique and very Filipino must have citrus. This juice is so zesty and refreshing in each sip.

• Why it’s easy: Juice, sweeten, dilute
• Why it brings the crowd: Bright, thirst-quenching crowd pleaser
• Flavor profile: Tart, citrusy, refreshing

15. Buko Pandan Punch Bowl

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Natural & Vegan Buko Pandan Dessert

Buko Pandan is luxuriously creamy, so fragrant, and vegan! This vegan buko pandan dessert recipe has the aroma of fresh pandan leaves jelly, lots of tender coconut, and bouncy tapioca.

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• Why it’s easy: Assemble ahead, make natural pandan extract or buy ready made
• Why it brings the crowd: Creamy, colorful, fun for groups
• Flavor profile: Coconutty, lightly sweet, pandan-scented

16. Tamarind Ginger Mule Cocktail

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Tamarind Ginger Cocktail: Magalang Mule

This Filipino inspired tamarind drink has balanced tart and sweet notes of tamarind, fresh ginger, and lemon. Made smooth and boldened with Tito's vodka (or any kind you choose). Tito would approve.

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• Why it’s easy: Batch-friendly party cocktail
• Why it brings the crowd: Unique Filipino-inspired drink people remember using fresh made salampok paste
• Flavor profile: Sweet-tart, bold, refreshing

17. Biko with Latik

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Easy Biko Recipe with Latik

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• Why it’s easy: Simple ingredients, stovetop or baked
• Why it brings the crowd: Deeply traditional and comforting
• Flavor profile: Sweet, coconut-rich, caramelized

18. Creamy Buko Pie

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Creamy Buko Pie (Coconut Custard Pie with Real Coconut Meat)

Creamy Buko Pie recipe (coconut custard cream pie with fresh young coconut meat) is loaded with REAL tender coconut meat, coconut milk, and lots of coconut shreds, topped with clouds of whipped cream. This Filipino-inspired version of buko pie is coconutty, rich, and a creamy dessert dream. No blind baking crust needed!

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This is a twist on traditional buko pie and it is divine! Creamy and whipped and not too sweet….just coconut magic and soooo impressive! The recipe has a fool-proof and easy method.

• Why it’s easy: Make-ahead friendly dessert
• Why it brings the crowd: Creamy coconut filling everyone loves
• Flavor profile: Rich, milky, lightly sweet

19. Mango Bango (the sister of mango sago) and it wins!

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The Best MANGO BANGO

Mango Bango is so yummy! Nata de coco, fresh yellow mango, tapioca, and three kinds of milk make this a dreamy combination of texture, decadence, and richness. This is one of the best Filipino dessert drinks.

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• Why it’s easy: No-bake, assemble and chill
• Why it brings the crowd: Always the first dessert gone
• Flavor profile: Creamy, fruity, lightly sweet, chewy nata de coco

20. An epic Halo-Halo Bar

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Ultimate Traditional Filipino Halo Halo Recipe

These halo halo ingredients will create an epic, authentic, and traditional halo halo recipe with crushed ice and creamy milks. Get ready for a taste of the Philippines.

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Give a street food feel with nostalgia with a Halo-Halo bar with all the halo-halo ingredients. Have a shaved ice machine and you are going to be the best dessert buffet in town!

• Why it’s easy: Prep toppings ahead of time
• Why it brings the crowd: Interactive, customizable, unforgettable
• Flavor profile: Sweet, icy, layered textures