
Big Boi
Filipino · Sawtelle Japantown, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
The Read
Chef
Barb Batiste
Dress
Casual
Why go
Big Boi brings chef-driven Filipino cooking to Sawtelle at a price point that makes it ideal for casual celebrations. Chef Barb Batiste's OAD-recognized menu delivers familiar dishes—lumpia, sisig, adobo—with technical care and generous portions. The no-frills room keeps the focus on the food, and walk-in seating works most nights if you time it right.
About Big Boi
Big Boi is a casual Filipino restaurant in Los Angeles from chef-owner Barb Batiste.
Why It Anchors Los Angeles Dining
Big Boi adds a Filipino option to the broader Los Angeles restaurant landscape. Its identity is clear: Filipino cuisine, a casual dress code, and Barb Batiste as chef-owner. For specific details on neighborhood context, accolades, menu highlights, pricing, or the dining room, diners may wish to inquire directly with the restaurant.
For diners comparing options, the appeal is best understood at a high level: Big Boi is a casual Los Angeles venue centered on Filipino food. That makes it useful for guests seeking Filipino dining without needing to dress formally or plan around a fine-dining format.
What to Order and How the Menu Works
For specific dishes, portion sizes, menu structure, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or beverage offerings, check the current menu directly with Big Boi before visiting, especially if you are planning around allergies, dietary needs, or a particular dish.
If you are new to the restaurant, approach it as a casual Filipino dining choice in Los Angeles and ask the staff what is currently available. That keeps expectations grounded in what the restaurant is serving now, not in outside descriptions.
Booking, Timing, and Group Fit
For Big Boi's reservation policy, hours, wait times, seating capacity, or group accommodations, contact the restaurant directly before bringing a larger party or visiting at a time-sensitive moment.
Within Los Angeles, Big Boi can be considered alongside other unnamed Filipino and casual dining options. For broader planning, our full Los Angeles restaurants guide can help you compare dining options across the city.
Confirm street address and neighborhood details directly before you go. Visitors can also consult our Los Angeles hotels guide when planning where to stay in the city.
Planning details
- Location
- 2027 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Website
- gobigboi.com
- Phone
- (310) 963-9769
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, fast‑casual counter‑service spot in Sawtelle Japantown with a lively, modern feel, focused on approachable Filipino comfort food for everyday dining.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Adobo
- Pork Sisig
- Longanisa
- Pork Tocino
- Lumpia (pork and plant‑based)
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2027 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Big Boi accommodate groups?
Contact Big Boi directly to confirm current seating, timing, and whether your party size can be accommodated.
What should I order at Big Boi?
Big Boi serves Filipino cuisine. Check the current menu or ask the staff what is available when you visit.
What is Big Boi known for?
Big Boi is known as a casual Filipino restaurant in Los Angeles from chef-owner Barb Batiste.
















