Magna Kainan is the passion project of Chef Carlo Lamagna, Food & Wine’s 2021 Best New Chef and 2022 James Beard finalist and Chef Max Mackissock (Michelin recommended A5 Steakhouse and Michelin Bib Gourmand awarded Ash’Kara). Kainan, which means “eatery” in Tagalog, will be a refined, woodfired approach to Filipino comfort food.. At Magna Kainan, just like our sister restaurant in Portland, Oregon, Magna Kusina, our mission is to share the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Filipino cuisine and culture through a contemporary lens. Whether you’re new to our culinary heritage or a longtime fan, we aim to create an experience that resonates deeply and sparks joy and connection.We believe in the power of food to bring people together. Our doors are open to everyone, and we look forward to creating a space where great meals, creative cocktails and a warm, welcoming ambiance unite us all. As we say in our family, “Mangan tayon!”—Let’s Eat!
Colorado's best food trucks, full bar with local beer and slushies, outdoor lounge, kid friendly, dog friendly, live music, event space brought to you by Chef Baggao. After winning best food truck in Denver, best tacos in Denver, best new bar, top 100 restaurant and many other awards, Chef Baggao is bringing the local food truck community to Wheat Ridge in a cozy neighborhood spot. Drinks are made by Colorado's Best Bartender of 2023, Dylan Zarett. We are featuring a rotating special cocktail made with Tito's Vodka. Every drink sends $1 to a local animal charity. So come on down and enjoy your visit relaxing on our comfy outdoor furniture with all of your friends and family.We are also an event space serving up to 150 people. Contact us today to discuss your next event!
Chef Baggao has taken his passion from food truck to restaurant - becoming Denver's latin asian favorite serivng tacos, rice bowls, green chile and much more winning best tacos in Denver, best food truck in Denver and garnering a feature on Netflix - Fresh, Fried & Crispy. ADOBO specializes in Filipino dishes, New Mexican dishes and BBQ. Come try our award winning carnitas tacos or the lumpia and chile cheese fries featured on Netflix while enjoying a delicious drink from our bar that won best new bar in Denver 2023 and more recently best wing deal in Denver by Westword Magazine. We're easily found at the intersection of Speer & Federal with ample free parking.
