Purple Roots 4549 Southside Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32216

"This place is full of magic, full of art, taste & love. It was a bit chilly night outside but you can feel the warmth & energy vibrating in this place. The halo halo drink and dessert are very very & extremely dangerously special. Cleanness is there, excellent job. The tiny small orcid on the table made my day. It is lively & real as everything else: original, authentic and real. Alejandra & Keko & all of the wonderful staff are the ones who made this dream come true. Genuine smiles, supreme customer service. They made the food look like a canvas where they poured all of their love and art on. Thank you indeed for a wonderful experience!! Your signature on everything is "made with love", great job! wonderful way of running a business :))))"

"I was looking for a specific dish that I’ve been craving and finally found a place serving it and serving it during lunch. I had the Palabok and it was amazing! It was topped with three huge, head on, perfectly seasoned and fried shrimp along with all of the other traditional toppings. It was plates very professionally. I will definitely be back."

"This is, by far, the absolute best Filipino food I've had in years. Super fast service, expertly cooked, and very very friendly staff. Bring a second stomach too! We're coming back for the fish next time!"

"It was such an amazing experience! And very relaxing. Food was great, the people were really nice waiter recommended Manila’s barbecue sticks and they were delicious. The restroom was very clean and modern. I definitely will come here again and will continue to. I hope this place continues to grow."

"I had a fantastic experience at this restaurant celebrating my aunt's birthday yesterday. The staff went above and beyond to make her day special by singing "Happy Birthday." The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. The ambiance was warm and inviting. I highly recommend this place for any special occasion!"