Philomena - Oakland

Philomena is a treasure in the neighborhood. Been going there since they opened. Love both the pub feeling with a great tap and canned beer selections, and thei... read more Philomena is a treasure in the neighborhood. Been going there since they opened. Love both the pub feeling with a great tap and canned beer selections, and their pizzas, especially the pork belly option. Great place to go with friends land family, or both! I have been ordering my own pizza creation for years: white sauce, pork belly, persilade, Calabrian chile, and arugula. Hope one day they name that pizza after me! Kid-friendliness: Going there with my girls since they were about one year old. They are 9 now and they love it. There is always something for kids and adults.

Great food, great folks. They were so helpful with our event and huge pizza order : read more Great food, great folks. They were so helpful with our event and huge pizza order :

I ordered a couple pizzas for takeout. The pizzas were tasty and the takeout window is super convenient! Parking: Plenty of parking is a HUGE perk! read more I ordered a couple pizzas for takeout. The pizzas were tasty and the takeout window is super convenient! Parking: Plenty of parking is a HUGE perk!

So my friend and I stumbled into this little neighborhood pizza spot, and honestly? I’m still thinking about that mushroom pizza. Like how dare it be that good?... read more So my friend and I stumbled into this little neighborhood pizza spot, and honestly? I’m still thinking about that mushroom pizza. Like how dare it be that good? Perfectly crispy crust, melty, earthy, cheesy goodness — basically a spiritual experience in pizza form. But the real MVP? Our waiter. This woman was a dream. She let us taste-test a bunch of drinks (because clearly we’re indecisive and she just got it) and helped us land on the perfect choices. We also ended up bonding over our pets because of course we did — she was so sweet, funny, and just one of those people who makes you feel like you’ve known them forever. Between the pizza, the vibe, and the A+ human interaction, this spot is officially my go-to. Already scheming about who I can drag here next. Highly recommend — don’t sleep on it. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Vegetarian offerings: Vegetarian menu or section

I ordered a personal mushroom pizza with two additions. I was given water and asked if I wanted any other drinks. The pizza came out hot and the toppings were g... read more I ordered a personal mushroom pizza with two additions. I was given water and asked if I wanted any other drinks. The pizza came out hot and the toppings were generously distributed. No skimping on ingredients. Everything tasted good. Service was friendly and timely. I used a promotional code for 20% off. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5