Philomina is a wonderful person, at the market daily 5am-3pm, often with family. The food is delicious, fresh and authentic to true West African flavors. She's a generous and friendly person, always happy to answer questions and create a custom meal for you. A must-try in the market, regardless of whether you've tried West African food or not. read more

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Philomina's is never a disappointment...she is a beautiful woman who cooks from her beautiful heart , and soul. It's a must try!!!!

"Philomina's is Phenomenal" should be their slogan. Seriously. She's one of the kindest people I've met, and she always takes the time to talk to you while she prepares your food. The food is so healthy and delicious. It's always our favorite lunch stop at the public market. We usually just ask her to make us a plate with meat, and she'll fill it up with a combination of options plus turkey meatballs. -@cophiescrumbs on Instagram read more

Philomina’s - a meal in a styrofoam container - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Philomina's, how did I not discover you earlier? If so, I would have been a more frequent flyer of the Public Market. Hands down, some of the best food i've ever had in Rochester. Not only was it tasty, but also healthy (mostly vegetables) and unique. I have a hard time characterizing the cuisine. I know Philomina is Nigerian, but I haven't had enough Nigerian food to know if it's classic Nigerian food per se. All I know is it's hearty comfort food. I had a large plate of assorted stews (tomato, lentil, potato & greens), served with fried plantains, sweet potato and oven roasted chicken over jollof rice. My wife had the smaller plate with Turkey meatballs. So much deliciousness on one plate! It might just be the best single dish of food in Rochester. So much variety, with different flavors and textures. The chicken was extremely tender and fell of the bone (I could eat with a plastic fork). It paired nicely with the fluffy and tangy rice. The slightly sweet plantains and sweet potatoes also added another dimension to the plate. The large plate was a bargain for $10. Philomina's is my new favorite mom & pop restaurant in town. I think I may just return this weekend. read more

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Not only is Philomina the nicest person in the world, but she makes some of the best food you'll ever taste! Bonus: there's plenty for my vegan friend to have as well! Absolutely love visiting at the Public Market on Saturdays! read more

Located in the Public Market- Shed B. I ordered the roasted plantains with eggs and roasted vegetables. I added vegan and chickpea sauces. This was a healthy, filling breakfast. Philomina was very personable and answered questions regarding what each food is and what exactly complements for a flavorful taste. I was not disappointed! I got a medium meal with coconut water. My first thought was that the medium dish would not be enough; however, I was certainly wrong. It was more than enough for one person. I do plan to go back try this spot again! read more

Philomina’s - Roasted plantains with roasted veggies and eggs. Vegan and chickpea sauces added - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Great food and always wonderful friendly service. I've only eaten at the market and enjoy the healthy choices for breakfast.

Philomena's is the type of place I go to once and immediately tell all my close friends about. Among all of the Public Market's breakfast sandwich joints, Philomena's is a rare find: a Caribbean food stand, serving healthy breakfast and lunch food for vegan, vegetarian, gluten- free and meat-eating diets alike. Philomena's is nestled in middle of the new, covered public market shed (to the right of Juan and Maria's), recognizable by the lovely Nigerian woman serving the food (I think she is stand's namesake, Philomena). She has a variety of hot dishes that can be combined into bowls (stewed veggies, lentils, peas and rice, sweet potatoes, turkey meatballs in red sauce), eggs, smoothies, juice, and healthy baked goods. The food is fresh, flavorful, and satisfying! Philomena's is absolutely worth a visit if you are looking for a healthy and delicious meal at the Public Market! read more

Philomina’s - A healthy bowl full of stewed veggies, lentils, sweet potatoes and plantains topped with a tomato sauce and chickpea drizzle! Yum. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, New York

Amazing vegan food! Get it spicy! I love Philomina's food, it is a go to when we visit the public market. Get two large to go. The sweet potatoes and jollof rice are so good. Go vegan and enjoy! She also has "no oil" options for special diets. read more

Philomenas is phenomenal! Everytime I eat there, I think man I should make "XYZ" more often. Whether it's lentils, sweet potato, roasted cabbage; she takes the ordinary and makes it extraordinary. Forever with a smile on her face, even from the first time you talk to her, you'll feel like you've known her forever. Highly recommend if you are looking for a tasty and healthy treat at the market. read more

Just had a plate from Philomina's in the public market. It was so delicious! The rice, lentils, vegetables, and meatballs were so flavorful. The perfect meal for a cold wet day at the Market! read more

I have tried Philomina's soup last Saturday in Public Market. When I stopped there and asked about the food, the owner described each and every preparations in detail. I decided to try the soup. The wonderful lady told me she is going to make a special soup for me. She asked me about my choice of spice level and if I am vegetarian or vegan. After knowing my choice, She made that soup with lentil, meat ball and some spice and topped it with some fried sweet potatoes and few leaves from a kale salad. It was phenomenal. She just made a wonderful and filling soup! I'll be there to try some other dishes along with that soup again. read more

Philomena's food is amazing. You can tell she creates her dishes with care and love. I ordered the vegan jollof, lentils, and roasted vegetables; flavorful and hearty. The customer service was amazing and I look forward to visiting again when I'm back in the area. read more

Healthful food prepared with a great deal of love by Philomela, a Nigerian immigrant. She has also produced a cookbook with surprising stuff. There is a restaurant also on west Main street open on Mon. Wed. Fri. The other days she is at the food section of Rochester's Public Market. read more

So yummy! So healthy! Philomenia is quite the talent. I've yet to make it to her restaurant on Main but I love stopping at her stand at the Saturday Public Market. read more

An example of her amazing food: she roasts the cubed sweet potatoes to a lovely softness, but then roasts the outside of the cooked cubes to a nearly crispy finish. Everything she cooks has this kind of delicious attention. And for me -- a celiac sufferer -- safe to eat! A big deal in the very high-gluten town that is Rochester. read more