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    4.9 (16 reviews)

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    Arvid Y.

    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.

    Roasted plantains with roasted veggies and eggs. Vegan and chickpea sauces added
    Karen F.

    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!

    A healthy bowl full of stewed veggies, lentils, sweet potatoes and plantains topped with a tomato sauce and chickpea drizzle! Yum.

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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!!!!

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

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    4.2(667 reviews)
    1.0 miNeighborhood of the Arts
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    Food was outstanding and has been each time we've been. The Ahi noshos are terrific and our…read moredinners excellent: scallops on cheddar polenta; Salmon, Kimchi, sweet potato pancake, and fried rice (too salty) otherwise excellent especially the Kimchi influence; surf and turf (bacon wrapped meat loaf on harissa lobster mashed potatoes and the tomahawk all hit the mark. Yet the highlight of the evening our server Brad - he was outstanding - casual, knowledgeable, and attentive. Never once asked "how are we" or called anyone hun, both irritating. The only caution is the noise - high ceilings and crowds combine for a lot of screaming diners and not much to buffer the din. Intimate, no but good food and excellent service at least last night.

    Brad (our waiter) was awesome! He was so knowledgeable about allergies. If he didn't know the…read moreanswer, he made sure to double check with the kitchen. This was my first time visiting. My friend and I ordered mocktails which we both enjoyed. We then ordered gochu belly buns and the braised beef French onion soup. They were able to accommodate my gluten allergy and make the soup gluten free! It was delicious. For our entrees, I ordered the sweet deal salad and my friend ordered the green curry stir fry. Mine wasn't anything crazy, tasted as I expected but it was still good. My friend, on the other hand, did not love her dish. She is a big curry person and said the sauce lacked flavor (which I tried and agreed with). The tofu was nice and crispy, dry though. There wasn't enough sauce in the dish. The mushrooms were the most flavorful.

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