"Sometimes, you need a great neighborhood spot where you can sit down and feel right at home. And this laidback Filipino restaurant has that atmosphere—plus a bunch of dishes you’ll fantasize about during your morning run. The BYOB’s tiny dining room stays fairly packed, so don't show up without a reservation. People come in droves for the unbreaded fried chicken, the zippy pancit bihon noodle dish, and a friendly staff. They also have an incredible ube sundae and a community fridge where you can grab a beer—in case you actually sprinted here after your run and forgot a bottle. " - candis mclean, alison kessler