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When the longing for authentic Pinoy dishes strikes in the U.S., Isla Grand stands ready to transport your taste buds back to the Philippines.

Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...

Bonding with Relatives at Ohgane Korean BBQ in Alameda, California


Bonding with relatives before you're about to leave next month willing to take you out for half day on a Saturday.

Joanna asked, Carmina where would you like to eat giving us an option to choose.

Mom Violy said she wanted to eat Korean.

Joanna said why don't we eat where our relative had their birthday.

Joanna had made a reservation under her name for party of five at Ohgane in Alameda, California.


Joanna, Edric and Auntie Mila had cooked the food for us.

Picture is always a must when spending with your family.


Mom Violy and Carmina had the miso tofu soup which is kind of spicy but able to tolerate the taste. The serving is big can be enough for two people.


Carmina decided to try their vegetable pancake. It wasn't that good kind of bland even if you add the dipping sauce.

Carmina wanted to try their rice cake with honey. It kind of taste more of a dessert being sweet on the sauce yet it soft which was good enough for us.


We also had our favorite japchae. 


To read about other food we have tried in Ohgane click at the name along with pictures with our relative.

Those who want to directly to the menu Ohgane Korean BBQ.

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