Bev Lazo
Crispy House (formerly Magic Wok) – Artesia, CA
I’ve been coming to this restaurant since it first opened in 1986 when it was still known as Magic Wok. As a Filipino, I grew up on my mom’s and Lola’s home cooking—so I don’t say this lightly: when I can’t have a homemade meal, this is where I go.
Now called Crispy House under new ownership, I’m happy to say the flavors are still exactly the same. It’s the kind of place where every dish feels like it was made with care, tradition, and love.
Their Crispy Pata is legendary—perfectly crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside—but honestly, everything on the menu is worth ordering. Some of my go-to favorites are:
* Lumpia Shanghai – crispy, flavorful, and addictive
* Pancit Canton – savory stir-fried noodles that hit all the right notes
* Sinigang – that classic sour tamarind broth with melt-in-your-mouth meat and veggies
* Lechon Kawali – golden, crispy pork belly that’s pure joy with every bite
This spot has been a family favorite for nearly 40 years, and it’s still just as good as I remember. If you’re craving real, comforting, Filipino food that tastes like home—Crispy House is a must-visit.
… moreAlexandra Cruz
Been coming here for over 10 years now, my family and I love this place. Best place to get sisig, pinakbet and Lechon.
… moreA A
I placed an order for 75 lumpia shanghai the day before for a party. Arrived there the next day and the food was pipeing hot and ready. Tried one in the car and it didn’t disappoint, definitely 10/10. Was starving so that may have influenced my review but tasted really good to me.
… moreKristiny Mireny
We love their crispy pata so much and we always get them for togo as a gift to our family and friends like whenever we’re in the area we always grab like 2-4 orders of crispy pata …it stays crunchy and juicy in the inside and if it’s a day or 2 just pop in the airfryer and ✨️taste like freshly cooked again…first time trying their dine in… the order takes awhile and the serving of the other dish was a little small for the price but taste is good also but nothing special like their crispy pata.ill go back for the crispy pata again for to go but not to dine in.
… moreRhoda DV
We love their super crispy pata, Kare kare, pinakbet, lechon kawali, and their Miki bihon. Eating here feels like you are back home in the Philippines
Thanks for the great service Crispy House!
… moreJose Lim
This is one hole-in-the-wall restaurant that serves a very tasty Crispy Pata (Pork Hocks). This is their signature dish. This popular restaurant does not even have a name outside. They just re-opened the dine in service. A must go-to eatery.
… moreCarolina T.
Went here for their Crispy pata. It’s delish! We also ordered calamari, but I didn’t like it as much. Hubby also ordered a breakfast combo which was ok. Halo Halo was also good. Order before hand. It was our first time here and we waited 30 minutes for our food. Also, it’s only to-go orders.
… moreJoe Reyes
Still THE best CRISPY PATA in CA! Nowhere can you get a better tasting and better value for Filipino food than this restaurant.
… moreNick Clicks
We often call to place our order here and their food is great but the waiting time is unacceptable. When they say 1 hour wait, they meant more than that. Today I was here again to pickup my order and I had to wait longer for my order. I gave them more than an hour but it was not ready yet when I got here. This place has a potential to expand and grow but they’re satisfied with how small and bad their service is.
… moreMarissa
This is a modest establishment ran by helpful, friendly caring staff. The food taste great, the prices reasonably priced and generous portions. I always visit when I’m in the area.
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