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Sampa

FilipinoArts Districtmoderate

Sampa is one of the best filipino restaurants in Los Angeles for group dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Arts District.

Filipino food has long deserved a room this serious, and Sampa in the Arts District appears to be making that argument without apology.

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Taste Score 7.8/10
Rating (Google) 9.2
235 reviews
Los Angeles
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7.8/10
Taste Score
Google 9.2 from 235 reviews
Best for
Group Dinner and dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Arts District | 449 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
Price
moderate
Taste Score
7.8/10
Phone
(213) 935-8119
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Menu and ordering

Sampa menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. Sampa is listed in the moderate price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Kare-Kare Tamales

braised oxtail, peanut butter velouté, bagoong dust

Filipino Ceviche

wonton chips, lemongrass marinated shrimp, octopus, & oyster

Kuhol

burgundy escargot, coconut butter, pandesal crostini

Octopus Adobo

spanish octopus, kalabasa purée, crispy confit potatoes

Crispy Duck Pancit

8 oz pan-seared moulard duck, toyomansi jus

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Why go

What makes Sampa worth the move

Sampa is a reliable filipino choice in Arts District in Los Angeles when you want something that tends to land well. Filipino Ceviche and Kare-Kare Tamales also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 235 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
9.2 from 235 Google reviews
Best for
Group Dinner and dinner
Style
Filipino in Arts District
Spend
moderate

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Know before you go

Google rating: 9.2 from 235 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Filipino Ceviche, Kare-Kare Tamales, Kuhol
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9.2 from 235 reviews
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For now, Sampa holds a 9.2 rating across 235 Google reviews.

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Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Sampa serve?

Sampa is a Filipino restaurant located in Arts District, Los Angeles. Filipino food has long deserved a room this serious, and Sampa in the Arts District appears to be making that argument without apology.

What is Sampa best for?

Sampa is best for group dinner, trendy, dinner, local. Sampa is a reliable filipino choice in Arts District in Los Angeles when you want something that tends to land well. Filipino Ceviche and Kare-Kare Tamales also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 235 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Sampa?

Sampa is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.2 from 235 reviews

What should I order at Sampa?

Start with Kare-Kare Tamales, Filipino Ceviche, Kuhol and Octopus Adobo. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Sampa worth visiting?

Sampa holds a 9.2 Google rating from 235 reviews. Sampa is a reliable filipino choice in Arts District in Los Angeles when you want something that tends to land well. Filipino Ceviche and Kare-Kare Tamales also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 235 Google reviews.

Where is Sampa located?

Sampa is located at 449 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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