SMC Pampanga Express

This is a carry out place though it states dine in. I wouldn't recommend dine in thought there seems to be a table. Even for a carry out this place looks and feels chaotic. Initially I wasn't sure if the building was a restaurant or not. But when I walked up to the counter, that changed. Process is simple and easy. There are a variety of prepared dishes you can pick 1 entree or 2 entree meal. Portion sizes are big. I asked to stop adding more! Very generous and the lady who serves us super sweet. My first time and I was allowed to try the different flavors. So yummy. I decided on the 2 entree - spicy beef and sour soup (pork belly). All very authentic and flavorful. The lady even gave me some of the soup on the side. Such delish packed meal for $11.99.

Phone rings no picks up or answer then you call back and the busy tone you receive indicates they took the phone off the hook. I've tried ordering from them as several times wants to be honest with you I needed food for Wednesday but they're closed on Wednesday. Know the two times I need a food for Thursday and this is for the military party and again they're not answering their phones. Guess I'll go down the street to Lola's in North Chicago on Green Bay does they answer their phones

This is carry-out only. But the food is delicious and a good amount for the price. It looks like the menu changes daily (besides Wednesday where there is no menu as they're closed). It's a small business that hopefully can stay around.

My first time there so I did ask questions regarding the food and the availability of certain items. So this time I bought Ube Cheesecake Bar. They are soooo good.

The family that owns the place were friendly. I loved their lechon kawali and coconut chicken. Can’t wait to try the rest of their food. Their shanghai rolls were okay but not the best that I’ve tried. Definitely worth trying if you’re around the area.