Our Story: Celebrating 10 Years
Since opening our doors as a restaurant in a carwash in Northridge, California, Lilian’s Bread and Sweets has been sharing the heart of Filipino flavors with our community. Our humble beginnings were even featured on CNN’s Great Big Story and NBC’s Access Daily (Access Hollywood), highlighting our unique journey from a carwash kitchen to a beloved gathering spot. Today, we’ve grown to three locations, leaving our very first carwash spot behind and proudly serving guests at Northridge Mall and beyond.
June 5, 2015
Our Goal
Our goal is simple: to make every bite feel like home, whether it’s a warm chicken empanada or the fun of halo-halo. Every dish is prepared with love and tradition, connecting generations and cultures through Filipino food.
Freshly Baked Goods Daily
Empanadas and hopia — our signature baked goods, crafted fresh each day to bring comfort and nostalgia in every bite.
Filipino Favorites
From hearty plates of adobo to sizzling sisig, kare-kare, and pancit, our savory dishes celebrate the rich flavors of the Philippines, made fresh to order and always served with a smile.
Sweet Endings
Filipino desserts like leche flan, bibingkang kalamay, ube, biko, and maja blanca make every visit feel like a celebration.
Catering & Celebrations
We also offer catering trays and packages to bring the joy of Filipino gatherings to your family parties, office events, and community celebrations. Check out our Catering Menu and Catering Packages here.
As Seen On
- CNN’s Great Big Story — “The Car Wash With the Best Filipino Food in Cali” 8/13/18
- NBC’s Access Daily — spotlighting our story and flavors for a nationwide audience.
- Eater LA – “The Best Filipino Restaurants in Los Angeles” 3/8/24
- LABJ: Inside the Valley — “Car Wash Cuisine” 8/4/19
- Eater LA — “This Northridge Car Wash Hides a Surprisingly Tasty Filipino Cafe Inside” 5/11/18
- Asian Journal — “A happy wife is a happy life: Meet Lilian Masaya” 2/27/16
Our Community
We believe food is more than nourishment — it is family, fiesta, and home. Whether you’re a longtime Filipino food lover or discovering these flavors for the first time, we welcome you with warmth and pride.
📍 Visit Us
Come visit us the next time you’re at the Northridge Mall Food Court. We also have two other locations in the San Fernando Valley. See all of our locations here.