Filipino Restaurant Closes After 2 Years In Anne Arundel County

ANNAPOLIS, MD — A locally owned Filipino restaurant closed recently after two years at the Annapolis Mall.

Lasang Pinoy's last day in business was July 13.

"Due to personal circumstances, we've had to make the difficult decision to close our doors," the restaurant said July 1 on Facebook. "This was not a decision made lightly, and we extend our sincere thanks to every guest who dined with us, every team member who stood beside us, and every local partner who believed in our vision."

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The family-owned eatery opened on June 30, 2023. It was located across from Chipotle.

"After two incredible years, it has been our deepest honor to serve this amazing community - to share meals, laughter, celebrations, and countless unforgettable memories," Lasang Pinoy said. "We are truly grateful for your unwavering support through both joyful moments and challenging times."

A husband and wife from Prince George's County opened the 140-seat Lasang Pinoy because many Filipino restaurants lack authenticity, the Baltimore Business Journal reported at the time.

"It's time for the world to really find Filipino cuisine and bring it to where it should be… it's really underrated," Co-Owner Neil Nichols, husband of Filipino-born Quiza Nichols, previously told the BBJ.

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Lasang Pinoy's appetizers featured grilled meat skewers and mini rice cakes called Puto.

Main dishes ran from $18.95 to $32.95.

Entrée highlights included Pancit, a rice noodle stir fry, and Lechon Belly, a stuffed pork belly. There was also a whole fried snapper fish called Piniritong Isda and Chicken Inasal, which was marinated in lemongrass, garlic, orange soda and oil.

For dessert, there was a purple yam-flavored ube ice cream and a creamy Leche Flan caramel custard served with fruits.

Sunday brunch offered sweet grilled pork sausages called Longsilog and Tocino, a thinly sliced pork cured in sugar that was served with garlic fried rice and fried egg.

"Though this chapter is ending, the relationships and memories we've created will always remain close to our hearts," Lasang Pinoy said. "We hope your time with us brought comfort, connection, and joy - just as you brought those things to us."

The eatery replaced Nando's PERi-PERi, an African chicken restaurant that closed its Annapolis mall location around New Year's Day 2023.

"Thank you for believing in us, for sharing your lives with us, and for helping Lasang Pinoy become more than just a restaurant," Lasang Pinoy said. "We'll miss you more than words can express."

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