MAYA Mexican Eatery & Bar

Modern Filipino Bistro Makes Plans in San Diego | Eater San Diego

"I learned that former Bivouac Ciderworks chef DJ Tangalin is launching his debut solo restaurant, a modern Filipino bistro called Maya Eatery that he hopes to open by the end of May; created with business partner Archie Soria, it will be the first of several concepts. He’s previewing the menu at pop-ups — dishes include raw fish with kalamansi and fish sauce, an ensalada with rambutan vinaigrette, and chicken inasal with sweet-and-sour bread sauce — while he secures a permanent Hillcrest location. Translating to “little birds,” Maya is meant to evoke both freedom and nostalgia, and the menu will feature new versions of Filipino classics as well as creations that combine housemade fish sauce and fermented shrimp paste with his French-trained technique." - Candice Woo