I want so badly to leave 5 stars but unfortunately the service we experienced left a terrible taste in our mouth. I'll start with the good: Cute but small local place, cute outdoor seating, BYOB. Food was 10/10 incredible, phenomenal, no notes. Everything was absolutely delicious - we had the dip platter, onion fritter (to die for), roasted carrots, octopus, spanakopita, Margherita pizza, and halibut special (no bacon for our vegetarian friend.) We were very full so not able to try dessert but the list looked incredible. Unfortunately, the service experience truly ruined our night. We had a reservation and were seated quickly, no problem. But from the second we sat down we were rushed and hustled as if there were a line out the door (there was not.) After being asked 3 times in very quick succession, we put in our starters and started on our wine. Not 5 minutes later a different server came to take "the rest" of our order (??) despite clarifying we'd just ordered with someone else, but we still ordered a few more things. Food came out as it was ready which was fine and things were paced well, but we admittedly took our time as we had so much on the table. Unfortunately no one checked in or asked how anything was or if it was prepared as requested. As we started to slow down (only an hour in), we were suddenly rushed to finish -- we indicated we were still clearly eating (albeit slowly) and had just opened another bottle of wine, but started to get asked every few minutes if we were done. After getting boxes for leftovers and indicating no room for dessert, it was made clear despite full glasses of wine remaining that we needed to go and the table was needed, even though there were multiple empty tables both inside and out, and no one was waiting. The one server seemed aggravated and annoyed with us, aggressively snatched our bottle and checks from the table without a word, so we paid quickly and left. I totally understand needing to move along tables on a Friday night, but no one was waiting and we were still enjoying half the menu we'd ordered. Bobby - your food is incredible and would absolutely recommend for that, but service needs some help. Hopefully it was just an off night. read more

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We just lunch at Stina. It tasted incredible. We had: Carrots- one of our favorite appetizers Snails with garlic potato purée- I think in was the second time in my life that I had snail. I would have this appetizer again. Soft shelled crab special. Homemade bread The chef/owner Bobby prepared everything wonderfully. The food had great flavors. It is worth it to drive to Philly to eat here. We cannot get Greek food like this around our house. Colin was our waiter, and he was fairly new to this restaurant. I really liked his service. It is a small restaurant. We sat near the kitchen, and I loved our seats, because we could see the food coming out. Great food and service all around! read more

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Recently came back here after a long absence and it was delicious. We tried the carrot appetizer which was perfectly smoky, sweet and crunchy and a pide (which was like a smokier version of a wood-fired stromboli). It was very challenging to pick dishes since the whole menu sounded great, but it definitely made me excited to return again soon. We ate outside which was pretty since there was a nice flower and plant setup, but you are right next to the road so it was a little loud. Service was fine, but we did have to ask a few times for water refills. I look forward to returning soon and trying the rest of the menu. read more

Stina - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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A great BYOB Mediterranean/pizza place! We got a bunch of vegetarian dishes to share - the mushroom manti, carrots, and the pizzas were the standouts but honestly everything was delicious! The desserts were also amazing- their chocolate cake is a must! read more

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Update: returned recently to Stina and it remains a fav. The weather permitted outside seating which was comfy and cozy! While we had pizza again because it's great, the specials of soft shell crab and lamb lollipops made the choice tough! I was a tad disappointed in the lemon blueberry cake that was more a lemon bar than cake, but that could have been envy over the chocolate cake ordered by my companion. And get the humus plate (Mediterranean dips) !!!! You'll thank me. read more

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Make sure you make that rez bc it's not easy to get into. The outdoor seating has busses whizzing by but the interior is adorable. I love what they are doing creating a vibe on a street that lacks a vibe. Ok, the softshell crab absolutely sucked on last visit and my mother was super disappointed but I don't give bad reviews to indie restaurants. :) pizzas are excellent and so are the carrots. Fine dining prices. Friendly staff. (Love Colin!) they work hard to accommodate you. read more

Absolutely fabulous dinner! The octopus and mushroom pies and the manti (kind of like gnocchi) with ground lamb was just sensational. Very charming BYOB with friendly, attentive service, in addition to the wonderful food. And I've had the pizzas in previous visits and they, too, are terrific. read more

What an awesome spot! I was looking for a place to eat pizza in Philadelphia where we could dine in. After scouring yelp I stumbled upon Stina. What a find! Since it was Good Friday we stayed away from meat. The couple next to us ordered a Filet Kabob that was on special. It looked and smelled amazing. It was cooked to perfection and they were raving over it. We started with the Tryopita. It was spectaucular. I am lactose intolerant and I couldn't get enough. The Standard pizza was light and airy and fed the both of us. It's a BYOB off of Passayunk Ave. Dessert was awesome as well. We got the chef's special which I can't spell or pronounce but it was Awesome!!! Service was great and the head chef came to talk to us and we raved about his dishes. We can't wait to go back and try other things. Has a very cool thrift store vibe as well. With all the paintings on the wall. If you are in the area or looking for a cool spot, go check them out. Takes reservations but you will be charged if you cancel in less then 24 hours. read more

Stina - Standard Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Goodness, I want to eat here all the time. Wow - I can bring my favorite bottle of wine and then just order some of the greatest food - it's such a treat! We walked into this cute establishment and truly did just that, the crab gnocchi we had was so tasty and fresh - it was as if we were eating the beginning of summer. The anchovy pizza was perfectly salty and heart warming, and we had a little site of labneh that we used for dipping - honestly great call! The carrots were just so good - I love me a carrott that is glazed and cooked perfectly - this was! The service was kind and friendly, the space was cute and adorable, and the desserts were oooh so good. The Chocolate Tahini cake was fantastic, and with an espresso, even better! We'll be back! read more

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Stina rocks! Easy, cozy, and made for an intimate night. Eggplant pizza, mezze, and that fresh feta tomato salad all hit the spot. Great pies, charming service, a really good time. read more

Stina - MEZZE PLATTER - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The food here is amazing! You can get traditional pizzas, Mediterranean pizzas (called "pides", which are like open-faced calzones as our waiter described it), pasta dishes, side dishes, and more. On my first visit, I enjoyed a traditional pepperoni pizza, a spiced lamb sausage, mozzarella, and tabbouleh pide (Turkish flatbread pizza), and sides of lamb manti (dumplings) and fingerling potatoes in paprika. And of course dessert... walnut orange cardamom baklava with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and crushed Oreo wafers. The pizza dough is pillowy soft... like so soft you might want to sleep on a pillow made with this pizza dough! The lamb in both the pide and manti were spiced nicely and never overpowering. The decor is quaint, comfy, relaxed, and unpretentious. It's a BYOB so bring your own fave wine. read more

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Everything about Stina was wonderful. The place was fairly small but the decor was super cute and the service was excellent. It was BYOB which is always a nice change from the usual high price of cocktails. The carrots were delicious and came with pistachios and a yogurt sauce (we actually ordered a second helping they were so good!) Also the pizza/pide is a must get while at Stina. They were honestly all great so it's really just a matter of personal preference! read more

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This place has all the charm of a cozy romantic European Café. The waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful and friendly. The food was amazing everything we had we loved. I'm so glad I finally got here I've been wanting to come here for a while. My guest felt exactly the same way about the food and service. This is a neighborhood gem! read more

Stina - Short rib with fries - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Everything was excellent!! 10/10 recommend. There wasn't a single dish that I didn't like. Definitely make a reservation though since it fills up! read more

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We Love everything about this place. We really had a nice meal. The food, service, location & restaurant is perfect. Will be back soon!

One of my favorite restaurants in Philly The food and service are always stellar. They usually have specials too and definitely keep an eye out for those. The chocolate tahini cake is also one of the best desserts in town read more

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Food- the food tastes good! The portions were a little small but that's just because I have a big back. We got the glazed carrots, lamb ravioli, spanokopita? And baklava Service- our waitress was very nice Ambiance- was very good. A lot of pictures on the wall a lot like NY. We sat right by the window which was really nice read more

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This weekend I returned to Stima with friends as they had not experienced the culinary delights by Chef and Owner Bobby Saritsoglou. Stina was absolutely packed with folks enjoying the delicious food and chill vibes. I was a little worried because I didn't have a reservation, and I know this place is always popping. We got it though, and the service all the way through was top notch! Billy made us aware of the specials of the day while we reviewed the menu. We started with the Mediterranean Dips which is a great start, to sample everything. The homemade hummus and tzatziki pair lovely with the in-house made pita bread from their wood-fire oven is delightful. Hot Tip: Order extra pita to get all the dips in Chef Bobby sent us a Tyropita to try and I must say, I have never experienced such a smooth and silky combination of cheese and filo dough and a touch of honey that melts in your mouth! From there we had the Spanakopita, Chicken Kabobs, and Pide. Our table was silent except for the Mmmmms of approval from each delectable bite. The balance of sweet and savory in every forkful was incredible! Even though we were stuffed, we tried all the desserts, because we couldn't resist. The baklava , chocolate cake and a 3rd that I don't recall the name but was another combo of filo dough, cheese and more took us over the top! While eating, we couldn't help but notice the lovely decor that made us feel like we were chilling in someone's home. Stina definitely has a home feel which compliments the food in an awesome way. Final thoughts... Go hungry. Make a reservation, Enjoy! read more

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Wonderful cozy vibe. Inviting service and the most delicious pizza ever. Will definately return and try more items as the whole menu looked delicious. Thanks read more

Went there for a solo date for myself for my bday. I got the octopus and watermelon salad which were perfect because I was craving both. The layout is cute -- very laid back but with personality. The staff were attentive and I definitely need to come back to try the pizza. read more

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We made our valentines reservations mid January (driving in from NYC) apparently they changed their menu to pre-fixe and sent out an email and called but I didn't get a voicemail or any texts. Resy didn't update me, we showed up Valentine's Day and were told they didn't have anything for us. read more

I was disappointed with this restaurant. The food was just strange . The chicken was burnt and had no flavor . Completely overpriced. The pizza looked really good . The service was awful. So unfriendly and cold . They did an amazing job on the decor and the ambiance is very nice . Unfortunately, I couldn't wait to leave when I was done my dinner . read more

Food was delicious and we wished we came sooner!!! Ordered the octopus as an appetizer and fungi pizza and plain. Their iced tea was delicious and dessert was mind blowing. Looking forward to coming back and trying more items on the menu. read more

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An extra small pizza like this didn't feel worth it. I know I ordered it, so that's on me, but the combination of honey and pepperoni just didn't work, the flavors didn't blend well. I also prefer my pizza crispy, but this one was a bit soggy for my taste. read more

Stina - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Probably one of my favorite restaurants in Philadelphia! I can't give enough praise to them. The food is delicious, the service incredible, and the atmosphere beyond pleasant. They have perfected the tastes of the Mediterranean and I always find myself coming back for more. One of the few restaurants that I ALWAYS recommend to friends and family. The photos below are from my multiple visits. Do yourself a favor and check out Stina! (I see their tahini chocolate cake in my dreams and crave it way too often) read more

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A fast favorite; you can't really go wrong with any of the menu items here, and the ambiance is so very charming. Would recommend a rez since the restaurant is on the smaller side. read more

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Stina is one of those restaurants we don't frequent because "it's so far away," but then every time we go, we leave saying, "we've got to start coming here more often!" We've gone for regular meals, tasting dinners, and collaborations, and every time, we leave impressed, full, and simply put: happy. The space is small and cozy, with eccentric decor and casual vibe, and the staff are always really friendly, teaming up to constantly make sure the table is cleared for the next dish (important when your table is small and your order is large) and that your group is enjoying their experience. It can be a tight squeeze, so be prepared to cozy up next to fellow diners. As far as the food, it's a fun mix of Mediterranean cuisine, based in Greek and Turkish, and just about everything hit the spot. If you're planning on ordering a lot of items to get a good sampling (which we recommend), definitely check on serving sizes and/or bring hungry friends. Some dishes are larger than others, so you don't want to be surprised or wasteful. Starting with the pizza. It's really good. The crust is closer to Neapolitan in texture and flavor, but size tends to run larger, and they're much heavier on the toppings. Same with their pide. The merguez pide, specifically, always fills us up. While we enjoy the pizza and always order one (or two), I really think the area Chef Bobby and his team really shines is their other dishes. We always have to get items from the mezze, pasta, and specials. Where the pizza is more predictable, their pasta and specials are often surprising and always delicious. If you show up with a moderate appetite and don't want to overdo it, put the effort into the pasta and daily specials. You'll likely to leave very happy. As if the atmosphere, staff, and food wasn't great enough, the restaurant also regularly gives back to local charities and the community. They also collaborate and promote local chefs and makers in the area. They're a mission-driven place that goes beyond the just the mission of keeping our appetites satiated. Sure, the 3-mile walk makes it feel "so far away," but our goal is get back to Stina with much more frequency. It's an epitome of a great, local BYOB. Affordable, friendly, delicious, unique, and engaged with their local community and city. Be sure to make a reservation (you'll need one) and check Stina out. You're unlikely to be disappointed. read more

We had the duck special and a pizza and it was spectacular. The restaurant itself is also very cozy and inviting. Great for a date night or a family dinner. The couple next to us ordered the chocolate tahini cake and it looked amazing. read more

This place is a gem. I want everyone to go here and try out the food, enjoy the atmosphere and incredible service. Had the lamb pasta special and it was delicious. The chocolate tahini cake was devoured and I will be buying one to take to my next event. Just incredible! read more

My husband and I came here for lunch. We saw the restaurant on Check please. Wow! Did not disappoint. Lovely atmosphere. I ordered the mushroom and leek dumplings. Incredible. Hubby got the spanakopita with spinach. Amazing. Dessert was a warm baklava with honey ice cream. Our server/waitstaff was so accommodating. We will certainly be back. read more

Still the best. Intimate, ambient, byob, delicious and one of the best out there. We ate delicious food... the octopus is always a game changer.. drank wine, devoured the fungi pizza and the chicken kabobs and two of the specials and delighted in Chef Bobby's kitchen flair. This place is outstanding... time after time, year after year. If you haven't visited yet, what in the world are you waiting for? read more

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Went to Stina with with my wife, daughter and son-in law for a New Years Eve fixed price dinner. Excellant food, service, and environment! We'll definitely be back! Complements to the owner & staff. read more

Although the space is limited inside or out, this place has some of the best food around. Service quite attentive and it's a team effort to say the least. BYO is a plus. Be sure to try a salad, pizza and dessert. You'll be glad you saved room. read more

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Food was great! Service was good and patio seating was pleasant during the evening. Found this restaurant listed on phillymag.com for best Mediterranean & mid east cuisine. read more

Officially one of my new favorite spots to eat when I visit Philly. The mortadella pizza is mouthwatering. The pistachios, chermoula, and roasted garlic sauce is such a great combination. It paired very well with the butternut squash. The bread to dip in the soup was crunchy on the outside and the filling was nice and soft. The lamb kebabs had the right amount of spice and with that tahini sauce- excellent!!! The service is very intimate and friendly. You can tell this is a privately owned pizzeria which makes it more appealing as a must try in Philly. On top of that it's BYOB so even better. Oh I can't forget the baklava that my bestie practically threw in my face... the BEST baklava I've ever tried hands down. Love the ambiance, it has an open kitchen so you can see into the kitchen from your table. Thank you. See you next time. read more

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Food great, service great, ambiance great. The waitress was lovely and accommodating. The service was the best.

Stina is a hidden gem in South Philly. Every single bite is packed with big flavor. The service is always incredibly warm and welcoming to match the eclectic decor. This is the perfect cosy spot, it's a rather small and intimate space. Feels like you're in your best friend's living room, but in a good way! They have pizzeria in the name, and the pizza is very good! However I think the standout dishes are in the mezze section. Also have a lot of vegetarian options, so if you have a vegetarian in your group this is a great pick where everyone can get a little bit of everything. read more

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Stina!!! Is a lovely dining experience in east passyunk. Small and cozy environment with deliciously made options. The onion fritters are crispy and flavorful, the beet salad is gorgeous and a perfect break up between heavier items and the pide dough is soooo delicious, fluffy, chewy at the same time... they bake it all in the big woodfired pizza oven in the back and it rlly tastes like it. Pace of the meal is slow but it fits the vibe nicely. Perfect date vibe read more

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Watermelon and feta salad was delicious. Octopus was average. Spicy soppressata pizza was delicious. Staff is friendly. read more

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We almost listened to the online articles - would have been fooled. Get the pizza. We came on a Friday night and you need reservations. Service was slow, and you often had to flag them down. Everyone was very nice and courteous. All the apps we got were good, not outstanding. The dip mix, potatoes, carrots, and chicken kabobs. Star of the show really was the pizza! Great dough and toppings. Pide is huge and you need to eat it hot or else it gets too heavy. Wish we saved room for the chocolate cake, but it did look good. Worth coming to check out knowing it'll be a longer meal. read more