Acclaimed Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood Filipino restaurant Kultura, led by James Beard-nominated Chef Nikko Cagalanan, is growing — and not just in popularity. The petite 760-sqft Spring Street location is expanding to a larger space just a few blocks away at 267 Rutledge Ave.
“Kultura is more than a restaurant to me — it’s a way to share my culture, my story, and the warmth of Filipino hospitality,” said Cagalanan in a press release.
Newsletter Editor Callie here — I cannot wait to enjoy a Kamayan experience in this warm and welcoming new space.
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Did you know the restaurant started as a pop-up? Chef Nikko first introduced his culinary vision to the Holy City through his pop-up, Mansueta’s Filipino Food. The success of that project led to the opening of Kultura in 2023.
The new space will offer a larger kitchen, expanded dining room, and a full bar, which will allow the beverage director, Jessica Ford, to introduce a revamped drinks and mocktail menu.
The original location at 73 Spring St. will remain open until the transition is complete, and the grand opening of its new home at 267 Rutledge Ave. will take place on Friday, Oct. 24.
