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PHILIA Restaurant, East Meadow, NY

PHILIA Restaurant

4.9
4.9
55 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to PHILIA Restaurant! We look forward to serving you.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 55 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Good for special occasions

  • New York State

    Mediterranean

  • Nassau

    Best Overall

  • Nassau

    Best Food

  • Nassau

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
PHILIA Restaurant in East Meadow stands out for its "amazing food," "exceptional service," and "inviting ambiance." Diners rave about the "perfectly cooked lamb chops" and "delicious seafood pasta." The owners, Luis and Diego, are praised for their "warm hospitality." With a cozy atmosphere, it's a "hidden gem" and a "must try."

55 Reviews
  1. Harriet VIP

    New York City63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! The appetizer pita/ feta and pepper spread is outstanding! Greek salad is enough for two, and all the shrimp dishes are very tasty. Grilled Salmon and chicken kebabs are also delicious choices!

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  2. Dorothy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I went to Philia restaurant for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary, we ordered the octopus and spinach pie for our appetizers and I must say it was delicious. For our main course we both ordered the Bronzino, it came with a side of lemon potatoes, it was absolutely cooked to perfection. We met the owner Diego who was very nice and kind. We will definitely be going back to Philia soon for another amazing dinner.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden gem, Food was amazing everything from my grilled octopus was like butter to the bake clams to my dinner special dish on the menu, the lobster seafood with black squid pasta , my boyfriend had the branzino. I can’t tell you how everything was out of this world. Can’t wait to come back. The service was amazing , the owners are so welcoming and makes you feel so special.

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  4. Abby VIP

    New York City81 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent, service was a little slow, perhaps they were short staffed. In spite of this, the staff was attentive and professional. I will go back here again

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  5. Erica

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and fresh. First time being there. It was a beautiful atmosphere and service was excellent.

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  6. Jay VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been here 5 or 6 times and the food is always spot on. Most of the time I've gone on off nights and there was never an issue. Last night was the first time I've gone on prime time, Friday night. Luckily I made a reservation because the place was packed all night. One table would leave and someone came in to take it. Make a reservation if your going at a popular night. Food was once again spot on. The owners/brothers and their one employee were hustling all night long. Highly recommend this restaurant

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  7. Ryan

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, our experience at Philia Restaurant in East Meadow was absolutely unforgettable! My friends and I (two couples) decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day here, and we were blown away by the incredible food, atmosphere, and top-notch service. The owners, Luis & Diego, went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and taken care of. Their attention to detail and warm hospitality truly made the evening special. We kicked off our meal by sharing an incredible variety of appetizers: Calamari, Grilled Octopus, Salad, Oysters, and Huge Shrimp Cocktails. Each dish was better than the last—everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. For dinner, we shared the Lamb Chops, Steak, Sole, and Seafood Pasta, and it was all absolutely delicious. The Lamb Chops were perfectly cooked and tender, and the Seafood Pasta had a rich, flavorful sauce that was to die for. To finish the night off, we had the Cheesecake, and it was the perfect ending to an already amazing meal—smooth, creamy, and a perfect balance of sweetness. I can’t recommend Philia Restaurant enough! The food is outstanding, the service is exceptional, and the ambiance is warm and inviting. We will definitely be back for another amazing dining experience. Luis & Diego truly make this place shine!

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  8. Joyce VIP

    New York City48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wishing good luck to a new neighborhood restaurant !

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  9. Emily VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely delicious! My husband‘s lamb chops and my Bronzino were cooked perfectly. The white staff was attentive and very, very polite. 10 out of 10 experience! We will definitely be back. 

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  10. DONNA

    New York City78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We dined here last night, it was very busy but we were seated quickly there is a nice bar to wait. Definitely make a reservation The food is outstanding. We shared the Greek salad and octopus both very delicious Diego was very welcoming and accommodating We had the striped bass and Plaki which can be shared Greek yogurt and cherries for dessert! We were very comfortable and the meal was nicely paced This is a great restaurant and we will be back!

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FAQs

PHILIA Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (516) 960-0254.

PHILIA Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 55 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for PHILIA Restaurant

2564 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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