local flavors
A Taste of Guam
Must-try CHamoru dishes — with allergen notes to help you choose
Local Dishes
Kelaguen
Marinated chicken, beef, or shrimp with fresh lemon juice, coconut, and hot pepper. Served at room temperature — refreshing and tangy.
Red Rice
White rice cooked with achote seeds for a warm red-orange color and earthy flavor. The essential side dish at every local meal.
CHamoru BBQ Ribs
Pork or beef short ribs marinated in a sweet soy-citrus sauce and grilled over charcoal. The star of Chamorro Village Night Market.
Finadene
The essential CHamoru dipping sauce — soy sauce, vinegar, onion, and hot pepper. Poured over rice, meat, and everything in between.
Titiyas
Traditional CHamoru flatbread made with corn or flour. Slightly chewy and lightly sweet — eat it plain or with kelaguen.
Snacks & Desserts
Empanada
Crescent-shaped fried pastry with a crispy shell, filled with spiced fish or vegetables. A popular snack at Chamorro Village markets.
Shrimp Patties
Savory shrimp mixed with egg and seasoning, pan-fried until golden and crispy. A beloved food truck classic you won't find back home.
Latiya
A beloved CHamoru dessert — soft sponge cake layered with sweet vanilla custard cream and dusted with cinnamon. Light but deeply satisfying.
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Browse our directory of verified local restaurants — from CHamoru favourites to Japanese and Korean cuisine.