Holy crap...good pizza in northwest Phoenix. It figures that this place opens just a few months before I leave the state. We've been a fan of Pomo every since we tried them at their downtown location, and I've been anxiously waiting for Pomo to open ever since my girlfriend told me they were adding a location here. Pomo is only the second pizza place in Phoenix (that I've seen) that serves authentic certified Neapolitan style pizza. That means the dough is crispy on the outside and a bit wet on the inside. Absolutely delightful. We got the parmigiana pizza and the carbonara pizza. Both were exceptional. The eggplant was perfectly fried and the balance between the cheese and sauce and meat was perfect. The egg on the carbonara made it taste like a very delicate quiche. But not all good stories can be perfect. While the pizza was exceptional and I love the ambiance of the restaurant, the appetizers left a little to be desired. The fried calamari and shrimp was decent but overpriced, and the Caesar salad was just "meh." They have a nice beer selection, but the wine selection could stand to be expanded a little bit. All that ending said, no one goes to a pizzeria for the Caesar salad. Come for the pizza, and you won't regret your decision. It makes me happy that we're getting good, non-chain restaurants on this side of the valley, and it's clear that I'm not the only one with this sentiment because this place was packed.
(5)
S B.
Outstanding addition to restaurants near to the Midwestern University campus! Superb Panini's! So happy you are here. Ingredients are exceptionally tasty.
(5)
Ron P.
Just reopened and remodeled, they have an outdoor section of the bar that is very nice. I tried an eggplant appetizer with a gin martini for a quick lunch that was wonderful. Friendly bartender provided great service and food.
(4)
Brooke A.
Average service, but AMAZING FOOD! We tried 3 pizzas, which were all outstanding and their desserts were so authentic. Definitely recommend this place.
(5)
Michelle C.
We have long been fans of Pomo and were very excited for them to open one on the west side. However after three attempts to love the new location, we just can't seem to get there. . The pizzas are always wonderful but the other menu items seem to lack the same care. But more importantly the staff seems disinterested and disengaged with the guests. From the moment you walk in until you leave, they all seem like they have something else they'd rather be doing. Overall, the new location lacks the warmth and charm of the others. Really hope they will get there groove on and make this as good as the original.
(3)
Kim B.
Expensive the food was not worth the price. It's marketed as an upscale Italian pizzeria but the food was not that upscale. First off good luck figuring out the menu (basically in Italian), second off the appetizers tasted all the same fried potato and cheese like and the salad greens had no dressing, thirdly my bruschetta variety platter also tasted all the same. The drink I got was too strong and gross for what I paid. It wasn't great but not terrible meh.
(3)
Gloria H.
Have been here twice now, it's neat decor & ambiance. Pretty great food, service and overall dining experience. Luv the thin crust on all their pizzas, you can tell they use fine quality & fresh ingredients. The only reason I can't give it a five star rating is because I'm a piggy, I do like larger portions, my husband & I ate everything on our plates and each had desert as well. And we were both of the opinion that we could've used more food. I think we will for sure order appetizer before the meal next time
(4)
Vani P.
First time coming here. The menu is confusing, unless you speak Italian you'll be asking what some things are. It's very expensive for what you get. (The size of say a papa johns that's a small was 20.00) Think of it more as a very nice place to do dinner, but you don't have to dress up. The pizza I received was not what I ordered. ..luckily we caught it before we got all the way home. They put a new one in right away and apologized. The pizza itself isn't that spectacular for the price/size. This place is entirely for the feel/atmosphere. The staff was friendly and helpful...I think they need to revamp the menu and drive down price if they want to stay open.
(2)
Darline C.
After reading about Pomo we were anxious to get there and enjoy some authentic pizza. We were not disappointed from the moment we walked in. We went on a Saturday night and were sat right away. Our server, Taylor, was amazing. Very familiar with the restaurant and had a great attitude. We started with the fritto misto, (calamari & shrimp) appetizer and it was amazing. Then we shared Quattro stagioni pizza. Magnificent!! We will definitely be back. Thank you to Taylor for an outstanding customer service experience!!
(5)
J B.
Friday night is usually crazy but this was nice. We are in the Toscana side which is more fine dining. Loved the portion size, each person needed their own salad. Entrees were good- salmon excellent, lemon herb chicken a little dry. They offered to make another but I declined. The Limoncello Truffle was heavenly. Will visit again.
(4)
Brandon U.
I went to this location on 5-14-15 for my wife's birthday. We were accompanied by friends and family, my mom surprised us and brought a cake in from nothin bundt cakes. The hostess gladly put the cake in their refrigerator, after our meal my mom said I have cake for everybody. The waiter came up and then continues to tell us that we are now going to be charged $2 dollars extra per person for the inconvenience of bringing in our own desert. We were in shock because we were told after we ate our meal, the 24 extra dollars is not the issue but rather the fact that they told us after we ate our meals and had refrigerated the cake. The manager was the person who stood in the background watching the whole situation, the waiter was completely uncomfortable but the manager was watching him as he continued to restate his claim that we will now be charged $2 per person. My dad went to speak with the manager and he started to argue with my dad. After a few minutes they agreed to let us eat the cake. We will no longer be customers of this restaurant and I would recommend thinking twice before giving your hard earned money to an unruly manager.
(1)
Karina M.
Ive been to POMO several times. They are always so nice and very quick to bring out your meal!
(5)
M M.
I agree with some of the other reviews in regards to the menu. Just because you are eating Italian does not mean you can read it. The menu is very confusing in regards to a mix of English and Italian words. We shared an appetizer, a pizza and a pasta dish to try it all. Service was very good. Our waiter was always near and our needs were met. Food quality was just ok. Pizza lacked the punch we expected and the pasta dish was average. This was our first visit so I remain generic in my review. Always give a place a second shot. Hopefully the second visit will be better.
(3)
L P.
We definitely will be back. Great food and atmosphere. Been looking for a place like this.
(5)
Lisa W.
Went to the new 59th citadel location was greeted by the hostess seated to our table very cute atmosphere decor was perfect. I want to sit outside next time. Our waitress Gina was very knowledgable about the menu we had pizza and salad that two people can share its so big. The owner Fernando I think that was his name was so nice to check on how our service was. Food was delish! I really liked the lady who came around and let us try the different olive oils with bread to try. The lemon one was to die for yum! Definitely would recommend this place.
(5)
Nathan B.
Had a group event there, tried a variety of pizzas, the were good but overpriced. Tried the calamari, very overpriced and over cooked. Probably wouldn't go there again.
(3)
Barbie J.
Seriously just walked out of this place! The manager was such an ass with the attitude that I should feel lucky to be in his restaurant! Additionally, when inquiring about happy hour we were told only at the bar. Seriously, not a good start for a new business. I won't be back. Instead we went to Zipps. Way more accommodating.
(1)
Aaron A.
So happy Pomo came to the west side! Well north west.lol. But it's within biking distance to my house so of course I'm going to give it 5 stars!! Already been here twice and both time the Neapolitan pizza was amazing. Came out quick, hot and fresh. Perfect crust and perfect toppings. I really enjoyed my pizzas. Too bad I can't pronounce the names of the pizza.lol. But we had the one with the most meat on it. I want to try different pizzas and their calzone and now there is an Italian bistro next door as well. Looks like my area is finally catching on! Overall Promo is the place to get quality Neapolitian pizzas anywhere west of the 17. It's about time local restraint chains come over here. I'll keep coming back for the quality of food as well as the convince. They are also open till 11pm on the weekends so it's a great late night bite as well!
(5)
Lala L.
Pomo pizza is the best pizza I've tasted in a long while. We went there for lunch today and ordered the Principe pizza, along with the bruschetta trio for an appetizer and shared a creme brulee for dessert. Everything was excellent. The pizza is probably the best I've tasted here in the northwest valley. The crust was just right - chewy and a bit charred. We will definitely be back to try more dishes. I must mention that our server was also excellent - she was knowledgable and made the right suggestions. We left satisfied but not overly stuffed. This will def be a new fave! I will say that we first parked in the far north parking lot, and saw the door for Pomo, opened it, and ended up in the kitchen. We then went around front, and entered the restaurant, but got a bit confused as all of the olive oils, cheeses, bagged pasta, etc. was in the entrance...it's a bit confusing but thankfully we were in the right place :-)
(5)
Sonja S.
There aren't many places that can use the word authentic. Pomo can. The server was knowledgeable. The food was delicious. We had the pizzas. Outstanding!
(4)
Cindy M.
Finally, a taste of the Northeast in the West Valley. Enjoyed my Giotti cocktail, gnocchi and panne cotta. Slight ding for parmesan out of the shaker instead of freshly grated parmesan. So happy to actually enjoy a meal on the Westside!
To my west sider friends, congratulations! You are now in the presence of greatness (and no, I'm not talking about me). You my friends are now among those privileged enough to call Pomo Pizzeria your own. This is my favorite pizza in the entire state of Arizona. And its not just me. If you look up the top ten restaurants in the Phoenix metro area on Yelp, you will find Pomo's Downtown Phoenix location consistently ranked in the top 10 day in and day out. With good reason. This is a pizzeria that puts a premium on quality ingredients, great service, and authentic old world Italian traditions. Their Downtown Phoenix location has never let me down and today I took in their latest gem in Glendale. Located on 59th Ave just north of Utopia in the Citadelle shopping center, Pomo occupies what used to be Tutti Santi's Glendale location. Not that you'd recognize it as Pomo has completely transformed the space into an expansive pizzeria with an indoor/outdoor bar, and selling a variety of Italian grocery items. For those who have been to Pomo's flagship location in Scottsdale, this location will remind you a lot more of that location than the Downtown Phoenix location. Its much more of a suburban restaurant feel here than the quaint neighborhood joint in Downtown Phoenix. Not that either is bad, since both are cranking out the same delicious pies at both. Today I came here for lunch since I work in the west valley. The place can seat upwards of 100, but was no more than half full for lunch. A coworker who'd been with me to the Downtown Phoenix location decided to come along. Just so you know, I used to live in the Glendale/Peoria area for 8 years before moving Downtown in 2013. I know the west valley is dominated by the big chain pizzerias like Barros, Papa Johns, Domino's Hungry Howies, and even Pizza Hut. Pomo's pizza is absolutely nothing like those spots. Here the pizza is thin Neapolitan style and a majority of their ingredients are imported direct from Italy. You pay a little more for your pies here as a result, but the difference in the taste is like night and day. Everything from the texture of the tomatoes, to the import cheeses, to the imported olive oils, all the way down to the crust itself is different. As in awesome. Today my coworker and I ordered a couple of our Pomo standbys, the Margherita (basically a cheese pizza) and the Diavola (almost like a pepperoni). The pies are 12 inches in diameter each and can be easily shared or (in our case) devoured by one hungry pizza lover. Everything about the pies tasted just as perfect here as their Downtown location. We also split a Tiramisu for dessert which will blow your mind. Its light and airy, but plenty rich and just the right temperature and the perfect portion size to split. Our server was super friendly, enthusiastic, and attentive the whole time. In fact one thing that's noticeable about Pomo versus other restaurants is that they almost overstaff each of their restaurants, which means you can pretty much bank on immediate service no matter when you go or where you're sitting. The full bar area at this location is also pretty impressive and would make for a great happy hour spot since it opens up both inside and on the outside patio. So bottom line, get here to Pomo west siders. You won't find a more authentic pizzeria (with the Italian pizzeria certifications to back it up) in the northwest valley. Better than any chain pizzeria, better than La Piazza al Forno, and yes better than Pizzeria Bianco (both in my opinion and in the opinions of hundreds of other loyal Yelpers). This location might be a little hard to find, but its worth the effort. Just look for huge outdoor patio across from Zipps at Citadelle. And prepare yourself, because chances are you never knew pizza could ever taste this good.
(5)
Jack N.
Best pizza on the northwest side of town hands down. Pomo took of the spot Tutti Santis held down. Although I was a fan of Tuttis if something had to take its spot this would be the one! Ive had several of their pizzas and they were all amazing. I really dont think you can go wrong. In fact my new goal is to try them all. If you like excellent ingredients and pizza this place is a must try for anyone nearby.
(5)
Fabs C.
What's this? Good pizza in the Northwest Valley, you say? In an area that's embarrassingly overloaded with local and national pizza chains, I was quite excited when discovering that Pomo Pizzeria quietly opened up a location just several miles from my house. And with good reason. Having become quite familiar with Pomo's downtown location, as well as a side-stop at their Scottsdale establishment, I knew this would be a welcoming addition to an area that isn't exactly renowned for its prime dining. In some ways, I was sincerely hoping this Glendale location would eliminate the need to have to travel downtown to get my Pomo fix. And while that's definitely true to some extent, there's a little something missing. Actually, a few things, which I'll get to in a moment. Make no mistake, the pizzas here are superb, providing a similar, although not quite duplicate experience of the other Pomo locations. Now, bear in mind, if you're accustomed to Americanized pizza that you can get at any cookie cutter chain or sports bar in the area, then this pizza may throw you off. Hell, the menu itself can be rather intimidating. But approach things with an open mind and you'll quickly realize what you've been missing. Their bread with olive oil is always a good way to start off. For pizzas, they offer a basic Regina Margherita for those that want to play it safe. However, I strongly suggest the Bufala Verace, which is essentially the same thing, only with mozzarella di bufala (buffalo cheese) in place of the usual parmigianno regiano. Pomo also has a big hit with their Principe, which is a delightfully simple combination of priscuitto, parmigianno regiano, and arugula. There are many other options, but none seem to have any dramatic differences other than a few ingredients. Ah, but it's not all about pizzas at Pomo. While few people seem to be aware, this place also offers some of the best calzones you can find. And while the traditional Calzone Napoletano might be a safe choice, it's their fried calzones that I consider to be their true menu gem. The Pizza Fritta is worth a shot, but lacks core ingredients aside from cheese. The Vesuvia is your best bet, due to its addition of prosciutto and spicy salame. We order it every time with zero hesitation. The homemade desserts are all very good, but not great. The torta nutella, tiramisu, and affogato al caffe are worth trying. Nothing here is mind-blowing in comparison to what I've had at other places, but that doesn't stop me from recommending them. So, what stops me from giving this place a perfect five stars? Well, the service still needs some work. Soda refills seem to only come by request, even on dead evenings. On one memorable occasion, we were served a completely botched affogato al caffe that was completely missing the gelato scoops. It was essentially a glass of cold, coffee-flavored soup! I'm not sure what's more unsettling, the fact that this made it out of the kitchen or the fact that the server was able to deliver it while maintaining a completely straight face. Sorry, but eight dollar desserts shouldn't leave room for error. There's also some little charms at the downtown location that are conspicuously absent from Glendale, such as having a plate of complimentary fried dough and limoncello shots automatically served to you after your meal. I guess we've become spoiled. If you read the downtown reviews, you'll see that little things like this are what make Pomo so highly acclaimed and I see no reason why this can't be carried over. With that said, the pizza is still excellent and easily competes with some of the best that the city has to offer. And for an area that is completely void of Neapolitan Pizza, I consider it a welcome addition! Now, if only Master Chef Matteo would bring us some of those limoncello shots, we'd be all smiles!
(4)
Jessica S.
Very beautiful place. Located in a mini mall filled with everything from medical to shopping and restaurants. The interior is very modern with a hint of Italian flare. Directly inside they even have Italian cooking oils, canned olives, sauces and even shampoo and conditioner made from olive oil for sale. It was kind of confusing at first. The establishment actually has two sides, dining and pizza. We came as a group. We were told we were only allowed to order one pizza on the dinning side, and nothing from the dining menu can be ordered on the pizza side. Previously someone in our group had ordered from the other section in which they sat in another time so the hostess double checked and one of the managers said it would be no problem. You could tell the hostess and the waitress had a lot of comments from customers concerning their menu choices and where they sat. Even the hostess said it changes. Maybe they will finally seat differently in the future to help make it easier for everyone. We ordered salad, meatballs, pizza, and a pasta dish with shells. I had the Pollo salad. It was a good size! It was tasty but plain. It has lettuce, chicken, generous pine nuts, and avocado, with a lemon vinaigrette dressing. The chicken was cooked well just a little plain on the flavor. I appreciate they make their own salad dressing there and only use olive oil which is great cause I stay away from soy. The lemon dressing it came with was okay but will order it with another dressing next time since it the chicken was a little bland. They do offer gluten free pizza which was not on their online menu. Next time I will have to check it out since it is oven fired and see how it compares to Cibo's. Definately recommend checking it out! Don't be too hard on the girls, they don't make the rules about the seating. If there are any issues they seem to be pretty accommodating.
(4)
Steve J.
It's probably my fault for not asking more questions. I got there ten minuted before they were shutting down lunch. I ordered what the waitress said was good. When I got it home is WAS A DEEP FRIED PIZZA!! Holy Crap. Do Not order the deep fried pizza. Not very healthy. And not good at all. Will never go back to this location.
(2)
Oana P.
Service was very slow, had to flag someone down for service. Food was mediocre. Note, don't put children's desserts in a martini glass, they can't reach it.
(3)
D. D.
This was previously Tutti Santi. Interior was redone to make it "trendy." Was a bit worried when we arrived and the hostess asked which side we wanted - one she referred to as EYE-talian. Ugh. It's IT-alian. Otherwise, we're pretty sure you make horrible Italian food. To add to that, the music playing was Spanish, not Italian. #fail Food was good, but expected better for what we paid. $120 for 5 of us (2 of the 5 ate from the kids menu). Most surprising were the appetizers. Got the meatballs and the arancini and both were delicious. Gnocchi was pretty bland. Kids pasta was too. Nothing to write home about. We may try it again only because it's close.
(3)
Pepper T.
Pomo serves certified neapolitan Italian Pizzas. I had the Bufala Verace Pizza. It was very thin and crispy and even had crispness in the center of the pie. I liked the certified tomatoes on it but they seemed a little thin. My husband had the Torto Sapore. It had an assortment of meats on it and he said it was tasty. I thought the food was overall good but we had multiple problems with the service and felt very unwelcome. When we arrived there was no one in the dining room and were seated at a table for for even though there were many 2 tops in the restaurant. Our table was actually two 2 tops placed together. As we finished our meal and were waiting for our dessert the hostess picked our box of take home pizza up off of the table we weren't really using and set it on the small table between us. then asked if she could move the table to create a larger table for 6 next to us. If the restaurant was crowded this wouldn't be an issue but again we were the only table in the restaurant. There were multiple areas they could have created this larger table and not inconvenienced anyone. The real problem came when the person brought our dessert. There was no room on the table so his choice was place the dessert on top of the pizza or sit it hanging off of the table. He chose to have it almost falling off the table as you can see in the picture. The only way we could actually cut into the dessert was to put it on top of the pizza. To her credit when the server brought our check and aw the predicament she offered to take the pizza box to the kitchen. We were done so it was irrelevant. One of the more interesting things was when our dessert was delivered the young man arrived at our table and said did someone order dessert? he then said here is your whatever it is as I don't really know exactly what it is. we were flabbergasted but just laughed. Parking may be difficult. Every spot was taken and half the businesses were closed. I noticed several cars parking in the road in the bike lane on the road that crosses 59th. I've been to the Pomo in Scottsdale and my visit there was excellent. Hopefully this location will get the service issues together. Food is good worth a try for the food but I had to remove a star for the service.
(3)
Mary B.
I was very satisfied with the Pomo pizza I had. I have to say that it is the best pizza I had.
(5)
Karen B.
So glad POMO opened way out here in the West Valley. We really needed this. Went for the first time last night and everything was great. The place was packed for a Thursday night. The hostess was pleasant. We had a great waiter and when we were leaving one of the managers asked how they were doing. Well ... they did just fine. Loved the decor, the pizzas were awesome, wine was very good. Next time I want to eat outside. Cool vibe with the blue lights in the trees. Welcome to the neighborhood POMO. I'll be back soon. You are my new best friend.
(5)
Nelly S.
Have gone twice now since it opened on the West side... So happy there is finally a decent pizza place close by. The staff are friendly and attentive. The pizzas are full of flavor and the presentation is great. The Caesar salad and calamari were so-so, however the two desserts I have tried were amazing. One was a cream puff type dessert with chocolate sauce and the other was tiramisu. Both beautifully presented and tasted delicious.
(5)
Tom F.
Awesome experience! The meatballs were the best I've ever tasted! The staff was helpful and informative. The entree was as authentic as it gets. The freshness of the ingredients is evident and the prices are reasonable. Giancarlo and the pizza makers made our experience fun and welcoming. We will be back again.
(5)
Martin G.
The pizza is really good. The drinks are very okay. They do get our orders wrong more often than one would expect, but the end result is still a good pizza.
(4)
Christine P.
I am so happy that they open a Pomo near my salon. Yayyyy, happy hour after work. Haha jk. I usually go to the down town one. This one is quite bigger and more alive. The ambiance is so relaxing and the pizza here is phenomenal. Any vegetarian pizza here is phenomenal. Haha :D
(5)
Kevin N.
Oven baked meat lovers pizza. Thin crusted with wonderful seasoning and aroma to salivate for. This Glendale branch is an honorable mention compared to the original Pomo in downtown. Too much memories created at the downtown Pomo to part from the original.
(4)
Melinda T.
This place just opened up by my parents so I decided to give it a try. Right when you walk in, you actually have two options. To go to Pomo or to their adjoining restaurant (I don't remember the name). Though both seem to share a kitchen, Pomo is more for pizza while the other restaurant is more for pasta. This was kind of confusing and actually made me rethink the place that I wanted to go to! Nevertheless, my friends and I ended up at Pomo. The whole area is big, and they have an open patio area for outdoor seating as well. The waiter was pretty good and he gave us some recommendations. We ended up ordering drinks, an antipasti, and two pizzas. Out of the three drinks we got, the Moscow mule was the best with blood orange. The two others were just ok. The affetatti misti was alright for the price. The pizzas were good. We got one white one off the menu the waiter recommended and it was my favorite. The red one we got was good too but I thought it needed just a little something more. Overall, it was a good dining experience and it's a nice spot to go to!
(4)
Tim S.
Pomo opened a place semi close to my house? West side! Hell yeah! I had been to the downtown location once before and thought it was pretty damn delicious (top 5 pizzas in Phoenix...for sure..without a doubt). I had been meaning to go back, but life (work, kid, too far, diet etc) gets in the way. Today I had some free time and decided to check out the new Pomo in Glendale. I found some parking and walked over. The building is nice! They have a nice sized outside patio/bar and then some tables inside. I chose to sit inside and ordered a water to drink. I studied the menu for a bit...about that.... I had looked online and had noticed that they have 2 different menus (Phoenix and Scottsdale). The Phoenix menu had a pizza that had pancetta, onions and black pepper on it called the Amatriciana. The Scottsdale menu did not have that pizza. I was craving that particular pizza since I woke up this morning. Turns out, the Glendale one did not have that particular pizza (amatriciana) either :-(. I had to go with something else. I decided on the Diavola. It is mozzarella, spicy salame and basil. I placed my order for that, chilled for about 5 minutes and then my pizza was ready. Here is how it was.............. Diavola- ($13.95) It looked fantastic! It had just enough pieces of salame on it, a couple of leaves of basil and then a decent amount of cheese. A few things about this pizza. A.) The "spicy" salame was not too spicy. It tasted great though! B.) I'm usually not the biggest fan of basil on my pizza, but this basil was so tender and delicious and not overpowering. I loved it! It worked well with all the other flavors. C.) Pomo uses the creamiest mozzarella I have ever had. In my previous review of the downtown location, I mentioned the same thing. I don't know where they get this magical cheese from, but it sure is delicious! It's rich, creamy, salty....just flat out excellent! My favorite cheese of any pizza in Phoenix! All of these items were layered perfectly on top of their simple yet delicious tomato sauce. It is all held together by their excellent crust! It was perfectly charred but not burnt. It had a great chew to it. It was pretty much a perfect pizza. Can't get much better. Service was alright. Not great, not bad, just ok. I will definitely be back to try out some of their other pizzas! My stomach was very impressed ;-)
(5)
Ursula W.
We've been looking for a new "Place" for pizza since ours closed and I think we've found it. Only been once, but will go back for sure. We had the Margharita and the Pomo pizzas and they were both wonderful. The Mango Salad was very good and big enough for three small servings (just enough if you're having something else). Loved the thin, but not overly crispy crust on the pizzas and the seasoning was right on. Pizza was big enough for two peeps to have three very generous pieces apiece. Would love to go back and try something off the regular menu, but I'm not sure I could stay away from the pizza. Our server was wonderful. Very helpful, there when we needed her, but not hovering. Down side? True, it was Saturday night, but really, really noisy. Regular conversation was difficult.
(4)
Dennis D.
Let me first say, if your idea of good pizza includes going to pizza hut, little caesar's, or baking something that was frozen from the grocery store, this place is probably not for you. You're probably better off going across the street to Zipps for their happy hour pizza slices for less than $2. If on the other hand, you are willing to pay for a quality meal filled with a top notch ingredients and a bunch of flavor, then go here. I came here alone for a late lunch, around 1:30ish pm, and there was a very a light crowd. I was immediately seated, given some water, and a menu by my friendly waiter, Mike. I had already looked through the menu online before coming, so I knew what I wanted. I ordered a glass of their Cabernet and their Principe pizza. The pizza is a thin crust, Neapolitan pizza. It had prosciutto, fresh arugula, and shaved parmigiano reggiano. It was absolutely delicious. The pizza and the wine tasted great together. I would love eating this pizza every week. I am still debating whether or not I like this pizza better than the one at Pizzeria Bianco. The pizza is quite large and would definitely need 2 people to finish it. I had a very long lunch though, so I slowly worked on it for about 45 minutes while doing some work on my phone. I was never rushed and my waiter was attentive to me the entire time. He actually also gave me some spicy olive oil to try on my pizza. I added a few drops, and it definitely brought out some more kick and flavor to the pizza. I would recommend not adding too much though otherwise you'll drown out the original flavors of the pizza. Some people complain about the price, but to me, I will always be willing to pay extra for good quality food. Period. The prices for their food are on their website, so don't whine about paying too much. I am just super thankful that this place opened up near where I live. I will definitely be back again to try out the rest of their wonderful menu.
(5)
Danielle A.
Between their pizzas and desserts, wow! Service was just ok. She wasn't very knowledgeable of the menu. We started with the bruschetta. Disappointed in serving size, as there was only two slices of bread served. But, the taste and flavor was spot on. We had three different pizzas, and they were outstanding. Flavor was perfect and had such fresh ingredients. The crust was absolutely delectable too. It honestly tasted like it was straight from the streets of Italy. Our dessert was even better. Chocolate mousse covering decadent cream puffs. Can't wait to go back and try something else.
(5)
Bad L.
We have now been to all the Pomos and were glad when one arrived on the West side at 59th avenue. This is some serious pizza. We have reviews into all the others and love them! Our ONLY complaint about this one is the menu is a bit different form others and they don't offer their porcini mushroom pizza that is on their Scottsdale menu and their down town menu. Service is great. Location is great. If you want some seriously good pizza, GO!
(4)
Robert S.
There are not many great places in the northwest valley to eat. Pomo is definitely one of the best places around. Service is great and the food is excellent. Pizzas have a great crust and the sauce has good flavor. We usually eat on the casual side of the restaurant. The next review will be on the traditional sit down side of the restaurant.
(5)
Jules W.
I dream about this place! Everything is wonderful. I also bought the lemon and the chili oil... Now I cook amazing too!
(5)
Jny C.
This place is so good. My friends and I split the Romana salad and Peppino pizza, so delicious! We tried their trio bruschetta last time which was also yummy. Pomo has a nice atmosphere and is inexpensive when sharing with friends.
(4)
Jeremy H.
Had lunch there today. Seems like it's really authentic. I've never been to italy and can't read Italian but a lot of the menu was Italian words or phrases that both me and who I was eating with had a hard time understanding. It's certainly a different type of pizza than I am used to. Sauce was pretty tasty but I'm not a big fan of the style of pizza they serve and it was a bit on the pricy side for lunch. The side salad was good. Some people may like it but it didn't suit my taste all that well
(3)
Bianca B.
Best Pizza in Arizona!!!! To be a certified Neapolitan Pizzeria the restaurant has to use authentic ingredients all the way down to the flour. The quality of the ingredients can be tasted in the absolutely delicious pizza at this place. I have been back once a week since it opened and have tried several of their pizzas and have not been disappointed! I do need to say that the pastas have not won me over, pizza is definitely the food to eat at Pomo.
(5)
Anna P.
Pomo is Pomo ! No matter where is located Pomo still one the best restaurant in Arizona. Sure is best Pizza you can find in Arizona. This Location is open space with beautiful patio outdoor and nice picture murals in main dining. Bar with seats indoor and outdoor nice view and three bartenders ready to serve many customers . thank you Pomo to bring excellent food in this area. Love you guys.
(5)
Isla B.
The service was wonderful the food was yummy and it's a lovely atmosphere! The restaurant is beautiful and has an awesome patio with an indoor/outdoor bar. Really cool setup. Highly recommend the lasagna and creme brulee. Will be back asap!
(5)
Sonyia S.
So everyone knows I'm critical of Food! Especially Italian! Our appetizer grilled veggies and the bread app were terrible! Sorry but it is what it is. Now the Margarita pizza that was worth writing home about! :) the dessert menu looked amazing I'm not a tiramisu fan but this was a wonderful delight! Good Italian wine list! We had the Dogagolo amazing wine ! I know they will do well here but you should revisit your appetizer menu! Our server was sweet but very green I appreciate Honesty so we still left 20%! Good employees are hard to find take time and invest in their training that way it is a win win situation for all! People in the industry are very forgiving we notice our surroundings and make consideration for all situations ! Good job you can aim to be better and we will be BACK!
(3)
Kristen S.
The food is always amazing and fast. Love this place. The Toto Sapore pizza is our favorite and the profiteroles are a must try.
(5)
John G.
This is one of the few certified Neapolitan Pizza places in Arizona and, on my opinion, the best pozza in the State! Many varities and all prepared perfectly. If a first time authentic Neapolitan Pizza eater, try the Margherita - the basic pizza and a great introduction to this style :-)
(5)
Katarina G.
I took my younger brother here for lunch on his graduation day- and we enjoyed it. I would give it a solid 3.5 out of 5. The pizza was good, but I felt like it lacked something, but was unable to figure out what that was. It's a little pricy, and two people can easily share 1 pizza. Creme Brulee for desert was heavenly. Will be trying it at least 1 more time!
(4)
Brandon B.
Delicious! Went here the other day with the family. We got a couple of pizzas and fried rice balls. All was good. Nice authentic Italian flavors. The pizzas are cooked in a stone fire place nice crispy crust. Prices were pretty reasonable. We will definitely be back.
(5)
Gina M.
We went to Pomo for a special tasting of the bistro side food.. Food was wonderful. We will definitely coming back. Atmosphere was was fantastic. The pizza side very modern and Scottsdalish. The bistro side very bistro. Red and white checkered table clothe, full bar. Just a really fun place with awesome food. The owner, Stefano, very friendly. I think we're going back tonight to try the pizza.
(4)
Allison S.
We stopped at Pomo because we heard the food was good. The drinks were even better, we stopped in late but they took really good care of me and my friends. Aprum was great and John is a great bartender!,Go see him :)
(5)
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Address :19420 N 59th Ave,Ste C117
Glendale, AZ, 85308
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
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Aaron H.
Holy crap...good pizza in northwest Phoenix. It figures that this place opens just a few months before I leave the state. We've been a fan of Pomo every since we tried them at their downtown location, and I've been anxiously waiting for Pomo to open ever since my girlfriend told me they were adding a location here. Pomo is only the second pizza place in Phoenix (that I've seen) that serves authentic certified Neapolitan style pizza. That means the dough is crispy on the outside and a bit wet on the inside. Absolutely delightful. We got the parmigiana pizza and the carbonara pizza. Both were exceptional. The eggplant was perfectly fried and the balance between the cheese and sauce and meat was perfect. The egg on the carbonara made it taste like a very delicate quiche. But not all good stories can be perfect. While the pizza was exceptional and I love the ambiance of the restaurant, the appetizers left a little to be desired. The fried calamari and shrimp was decent but overpriced, and the Caesar salad was just "meh." They have a nice beer selection, but the wine selection could stand to be expanded a little bit. All that ending said, no one goes to a pizzeria for the Caesar salad. Come for the pizza, and you won't regret your decision. It makes me happy that we're getting good, non-chain restaurants on this side of the valley, and it's clear that I'm not the only one with this sentiment because this place was packed.
(5)S B.
Outstanding addition to restaurants near to the Midwestern University campus! Superb Panini's! So happy you are here. Ingredients are exceptionally tasty.
(5)Ron P.
Just reopened and remodeled, they have an outdoor section of the bar that is very nice. I tried an eggplant appetizer with a gin martini for a quick lunch that was wonderful. Friendly bartender provided great service and food.
(4)Brooke A.
Average service, but AMAZING FOOD! We tried 3 pizzas, which were all outstanding and their desserts were so authentic. Definitely recommend this place.
(5)Michelle C.
We have long been fans of Pomo and were very excited for them to open one on the west side. However after three attempts to love the new location, we just can't seem to get there. . The pizzas are always wonderful but the other menu items seem to lack the same care. But more importantly the staff seems disinterested and disengaged with the guests. From the moment you walk in until you leave, they all seem like they have something else they'd rather be doing. Overall, the new location lacks the warmth and charm of the others. Really hope they will get there groove on and make this as good as the original.
(3)Kim B.
Expensive the food was not worth the price. It's marketed as an upscale Italian pizzeria but the food was not that upscale. First off good luck figuring out the menu (basically in Italian), second off the appetizers tasted all the same fried potato and cheese like and the salad greens had no dressing, thirdly my bruschetta variety platter also tasted all the same. The drink I got was too strong and gross for what I paid. It wasn't great but not terrible meh.
(3)Gloria H.
Have been here twice now, it's neat decor & ambiance. Pretty great food, service and overall dining experience. Luv the thin crust on all their pizzas, you can tell they use fine quality & fresh ingredients. The only reason I can't give it a five star rating is because I'm a piggy, I do like larger portions, my husband & I ate everything on our plates and each had desert as well. And we were both of the opinion that we could've used more food. I think we will for sure order appetizer before the meal next time
(4)Vani P.
First time coming here. The menu is confusing, unless you speak Italian you'll be asking what some things are. It's very expensive for what you get. (The size of say a papa johns that's a small was 20.00) Think of it more as a very nice place to do dinner, but you don't have to dress up. The pizza I received was not what I ordered. ..luckily we caught it before we got all the way home. They put a new one in right away and apologized. The pizza itself isn't that spectacular for the price/size. This place is entirely for the feel/atmosphere. The staff was friendly and helpful...I think they need to revamp the menu and drive down price if they want to stay open.
(2)Darline C.
After reading about Pomo we were anxious to get there and enjoy some authentic pizza. We were not disappointed from the moment we walked in. We went on a Saturday night and were sat right away. Our server, Taylor, was amazing. Very familiar with the restaurant and had a great attitude. We started with the fritto misto, (calamari & shrimp) appetizer and it was amazing. Then we shared Quattro stagioni pizza. Magnificent!! We will definitely be back. Thank you to Taylor for an outstanding customer service experience!!
(5)J B.
Friday night is usually crazy but this was nice. We are in the Toscana side which is more fine dining. Loved the portion size, each person needed their own salad. Entrees were good- salmon excellent, lemon herb chicken a little dry. They offered to make another but I declined. The Limoncello Truffle was heavenly. Will visit again.
(4)Brandon U.
I went to this location on 5-14-15 for my wife's birthday. We were accompanied by friends and family, my mom surprised us and brought a cake in from nothin bundt cakes. The hostess gladly put the cake in their refrigerator, after our meal my mom said I have cake for everybody. The waiter came up and then continues to tell us that we are now going to be charged $2 dollars extra per person for the inconvenience of bringing in our own desert. We were in shock because we were told after we ate our meal, the 24 extra dollars is not the issue but rather the fact that they told us after we ate our meals and had refrigerated the cake. The manager was the person who stood in the background watching the whole situation, the waiter was completely uncomfortable but the manager was watching him as he continued to restate his claim that we will now be charged $2 per person. My dad went to speak with the manager and he started to argue with my dad. After a few minutes they agreed to let us eat the cake. We will no longer be customers of this restaurant and I would recommend thinking twice before giving your hard earned money to an unruly manager.
(1)Karina M.
Ive been to POMO several times. They are always so nice and very quick to bring out your meal!
(5)M M.
I agree with some of the other reviews in regards to the menu. Just because you are eating Italian does not mean you can read it. The menu is very confusing in regards to a mix of English and Italian words. We shared an appetizer, a pizza and a pasta dish to try it all. Service was very good. Our waiter was always near and our needs were met. Food quality was just ok. Pizza lacked the punch we expected and the pasta dish was average. This was our first visit so I remain generic in my review. Always give a place a second shot. Hopefully the second visit will be better.
(3)L P.
We definitely will be back. Great food and atmosphere. Been looking for a place like this.
(5)Lisa W.
Went to the new 59th citadel location was greeted by the hostess seated to our table very cute atmosphere decor was perfect. I want to sit outside next time. Our waitress Gina was very knowledgable about the menu we had pizza and salad that two people can share its so big. The owner Fernando I think that was his name was so nice to check on how our service was. Food was delish! I really liked the lady who came around and let us try the different olive oils with bread to try. The lemon one was to die for yum! Definitely would recommend this place.
(5)Nathan B.
Had a group event there, tried a variety of pizzas, the were good but overpriced. Tried the calamari, very overpriced and over cooked. Probably wouldn't go there again.
(3)Barbie J.
Seriously just walked out of this place! The manager was such an ass with the attitude that I should feel lucky to be in his restaurant! Additionally, when inquiring about happy hour we were told only at the bar. Seriously, not a good start for a new business. I won't be back. Instead we went to Zipps. Way more accommodating.
(1)Aaron A.
So happy Pomo came to the west side! Well north west.lol. But it's within biking distance to my house so of course I'm going to give it 5 stars!! Already been here twice and both time the Neapolitan pizza was amazing. Came out quick, hot and fresh. Perfect crust and perfect toppings. I really enjoyed my pizzas. Too bad I can't pronounce the names of the pizza.lol. But we had the one with the most meat on it. I want to try different pizzas and their calzone and now there is an Italian bistro next door as well. Looks like my area is finally catching on! Overall Promo is the place to get quality Neapolitian pizzas anywhere west of the 17. It's about time local restraint chains come over here. I'll keep coming back for the quality of food as well as the convince. They are also open till 11pm on the weekends so it's a great late night bite as well!
(5)Lala L.
Pomo pizza is the best pizza I've tasted in a long while. We went there for lunch today and ordered the Principe pizza, along with the bruschetta trio for an appetizer and shared a creme brulee for dessert. Everything was excellent. The pizza is probably the best I've tasted here in the northwest valley. The crust was just right - chewy and a bit charred. We will definitely be back to try more dishes. I must mention that our server was also excellent - she was knowledgable and made the right suggestions. We left satisfied but not overly stuffed. This will def be a new fave! I will say that we first parked in the far north parking lot, and saw the door for Pomo, opened it, and ended up in the kitchen. We then went around front, and entered the restaurant, but got a bit confused as all of the olive oils, cheeses, bagged pasta, etc. was in the entrance...it's a bit confusing but thankfully we were in the right place :-)
(5)Sonja S.
There aren't many places that can use the word authentic. Pomo can. The server was knowledgeable. The food was delicious. We had the pizzas. Outstanding!
(4)Cindy M.
Finally, a taste of the Northeast in the West Valley. Enjoyed my Giotti cocktail, gnocchi and panne cotta. Slight ding for parmesan out of the shaker instead of freshly grated parmesan. So happy to actually enjoy a meal on the Westside!
(5)Daniel L.
Four of us came to this Italian pizzeria after learning they had opened a location in this part of the Valley. From the outside looking in, the new, modern décor included patio dining, large brick oven, bar area, and dim lit interior. The décor rendered a sense of formality, but the crowd was all-inclusive, and group and family-friendly. Their pizzas are cerfied by the V.P.N. Verace Pizza Napoletana and the A.P.N. Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani of Napoli, and each pizza is freshly made from their brick oven in 60-90 seconds. We initially ordered two pizzas, but the dinner went so well we had to order a third. The Toto Sapore ($15.95) came with Italian sausage, bacon, spicy salami, and ham. The mix of toppings was delicious and evenly spread. The crust was flavorful, crispy, and firm with a few soft spots, and the tomato sauce was refined and out of this world. The taste was not as heavy as it appeared. We really enjoyed it. The Quattro Stagnioni ($13.95) came with Italian sausage, olives, salami, and mushroom. The balance of meat with olives and mushrooms provided some depth and complexities, with the delicious salami holding it down as the anchor. Again, the crust and tomato sauce were made to perfection. Light, airy, and not greasy was the way I would describe it. The Regina Margherita ($11.95) was very good, but not my favorite out of the three. The flavors of the certified tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and olive oil were spot on. However, the overall flavors and the lack of basil made it one-dimensional comparing to the meatier ones. We also ordered an Eggplant appetizer that didn't make it to our table. We inquired about it several times, but apparently the chef had forgotten about it. The owner of the restaurant was very gracious to serve the appetizer in person, and gave it to us on the house after apologizing profusely. With presentation and textures of lasagna, the layers of eggplant were baked to perfection that nicely intermingled with the light cheese and tomato sauce. Even though we were already full, but had to indulge further after learning how delicious it was. The owner also sat with us and chatted for a while. It was a nice touch to add to this memorable meal. Aside from the mishap in the kitchen, the server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. She had a good grasp of the menu and our water was constantly refilled. It was a sensational meal where process, product, and experience met our expectations. They also opened a restaurant called Toscana next door that serves dishes from the region of Emilia Romagna. Santi and I will definitely return for more.
(5)Mark C.
To my west sider friends, congratulations! You are now in the presence of greatness (and no, I'm not talking about me). You my friends are now among those privileged enough to call Pomo Pizzeria your own. This is my favorite pizza in the entire state of Arizona. And its not just me. If you look up the top ten restaurants in the Phoenix metro area on Yelp, you will find Pomo's Downtown Phoenix location consistently ranked in the top 10 day in and day out. With good reason. This is a pizzeria that puts a premium on quality ingredients, great service, and authentic old world Italian traditions. Their Downtown Phoenix location has never let me down and today I took in their latest gem in Glendale. Located on 59th Ave just north of Utopia in the Citadelle shopping center, Pomo occupies what used to be Tutti Santi's Glendale location. Not that you'd recognize it as Pomo has completely transformed the space into an expansive pizzeria with an indoor/outdoor bar, and selling a variety of Italian grocery items. For those who have been to Pomo's flagship location in Scottsdale, this location will remind you a lot more of that location than the Downtown Phoenix location. Its much more of a suburban restaurant feel here than the quaint neighborhood joint in Downtown Phoenix. Not that either is bad, since both are cranking out the same delicious pies at both. Today I came here for lunch since I work in the west valley. The place can seat upwards of 100, but was no more than half full for lunch. A coworker who'd been with me to the Downtown Phoenix location decided to come along. Just so you know, I used to live in the Glendale/Peoria area for 8 years before moving Downtown in 2013. I know the west valley is dominated by the big chain pizzerias like Barros, Papa Johns, Domino's Hungry Howies, and even Pizza Hut. Pomo's pizza is absolutely nothing like those spots. Here the pizza is thin Neapolitan style and a majority of their ingredients are imported direct from Italy. You pay a little more for your pies here as a result, but the difference in the taste is like night and day. Everything from the texture of the tomatoes, to the import cheeses, to the imported olive oils, all the way down to the crust itself is different. As in awesome. Today my coworker and I ordered a couple of our Pomo standbys, the Margherita (basically a cheese pizza) and the Diavola (almost like a pepperoni). The pies are 12 inches in diameter each and can be easily shared or (in our case) devoured by one hungry pizza lover. Everything about the pies tasted just as perfect here as their Downtown location. We also split a Tiramisu for dessert which will blow your mind. Its light and airy, but plenty rich and just the right temperature and the perfect portion size to split. Our server was super friendly, enthusiastic, and attentive the whole time. In fact one thing that's noticeable about Pomo versus other restaurants is that they almost overstaff each of their restaurants, which means you can pretty much bank on immediate service no matter when you go or where you're sitting. The full bar area at this location is also pretty impressive and would make for a great happy hour spot since it opens up both inside and on the outside patio. So bottom line, get here to Pomo west siders. You won't find a more authentic pizzeria (with the Italian pizzeria certifications to back it up) in the northwest valley. Better than any chain pizzeria, better than La Piazza al Forno, and yes better than Pizzeria Bianco (both in my opinion and in the opinions of hundreds of other loyal Yelpers). This location might be a little hard to find, but its worth the effort. Just look for huge outdoor patio across from Zipps at Citadelle. And prepare yourself, because chances are you never knew pizza could ever taste this good.
(5)Jack N.
Best pizza on the northwest side of town hands down. Pomo took of the spot Tutti Santis held down. Although I was a fan of Tuttis if something had to take its spot this would be the one! Ive had several of their pizzas and they were all amazing. I really dont think you can go wrong. In fact my new goal is to try them all. If you like excellent ingredients and pizza this place is a must try for anyone nearby.
(5)Fabs C.
What's this? Good pizza in the Northwest Valley, you say? In an area that's embarrassingly overloaded with local and national pizza chains, I was quite excited when discovering that Pomo Pizzeria quietly opened up a location just several miles from my house. And with good reason. Having become quite familiar with Pomo's downtown location, as well as a side-stop at their Scottsdale establishment, I knew this would be a welcoming addition to an area that isn't exactly renowned for its prime dining. In some ways, I was sincerely hoping this Glendale location would eliminate the need to have to travel downtown to get my Pomo fix. And while that's definitely true to some extent, there's a little something missing. Actually, a few things, which I'll get to in a moment. Make no mistake, the pizzas here are superb, providing a similar, although not quite duplicate experience of the other Pomo locations. Now, bear in mind, if you're accustomed to Americanized pizza that you can get at any cookie cutter chain or sports bar in the area, then this pizza may throw you off. Hell, the menu itself can be rather intimidating. But approach things with an open mind and you'll quickly realize what you've been missing. Their bread with olive oil is always a good way to start off. For pizzas, they offer a basic Regina Margherita for those that want to play it safe. However, I strongly suggest the Bufala Verace, which is essentially the same thing, only with mozzarella di bufala (buffalo cheese) in place of the usual parmigianno regiano. Pomo also has a big hit with their Principe, which is a delightfully simple combination of priscuitto, parmigianno regiano, and arugula. There are many other options, but none seem to have any dramatic differences other than a few ingredients. Ah, but it's not all about pizzas at Pomo. While few people seem to be aware, this place also offers some of the best calzones you can find. And while the traditional Calzone Napoletano might be a safe choice, it's their fried calzones that I consider to be their true menu gem. The Pizza Fritta is worth a shot, but lacks core ingredients aside from cheese. The Vesuvia is your best bet, due to its addition of prosciutto and spicy salame. We order it every time with zero hesitation. The homemade desserts are all very good, but not great. The torta nutella, tiramisu, and affogato al caffe are worth trying. Nothing here is mind-blowing in comparison to what I've had at other places, but that doesn't stop me from recommending them. So, what stops me from giving this place a perfect five stars? Well, the service still needs some work. Soda refills seem to only come by request, even on dead evenings. On one memorable occasion, we were served a completely botched affogato al caffe that was completely missing the gelato scoops. It was essentially a glass of cold, coffee-flavored soup! I'm not sure what's more unsettling, the fact that this made it out of the kitchen or the fact that the server was able to deliver it while maintaining a completely straight face. Sorry, but eight dollar desserts shouldn't leave room for error. There's also some little charms at the downtown location that are conspicuously absent from Glendale, such as having a plate of complimentary fried dough and limoncello shots automatically served to you after your meal. I guess we've become spoiled. If you read the downtown reviews, you'll see that little things like this are what make Pomo so highly acclaimed and I see no reason why this can't be carried over. With that said, the pizza is still excellent and easily competes with some of the best that the city has to offer. And for an area that is completely void of Neapolitan Pizza, I consider it a welcome addition! Now, if only Master Chef Matteo would bring us some of those limoncello shots, we'd be all smiles!
(4)Jessica S.
Very beautiful place. Located in a mini mall filled with everything from medical to shopping and restaurants. The interior is very modern with a hint of Italian flare. Directly inside they even have Italian cooking oils, canned olives, sauces and even shampoo and conditioner made from olive oil for sale. It was kind of confusing at first. The establishment actually has two sides, dining and pizza. We came as a group. We were told we were only allowed to order one pizza on the dinning side, and nothing from the dining menu can be ordered on the pizza side. Previously someone in our group had ordered from the other section in which they sat in another time so the hostess double checked and one of the managers said it would be no problem. You could tell the hostess and the waitress had a lot of comments from customers concerning their menu choices and where they sat. Even the hostess said it changes. Maybe they will finally seat differently in the future to help make it easier for everyone. We ordered salad, meatballs, pizza, and a pasta dish with shells. I had the Pollo salad. It was a good size! It was tasty but plain. It has lettuce, chicken, generous pine nuts, and avocado, with a lemon vinaigrette dressing. The chicken was cooked well just a little plain on the flavor. I appreciate they make their own salad dressing there and only use olive oil which is great cause I stay away from soy. The lemon dressing it came with was okay but will order it with another dressing next time since it the chicken was a little bland. They do offer gluten free pizza which was not on their online menu. Next time I will have to check it out since it is oven fired and see how it compares to Cibo's. Definately recommend checking it out! Don't be too hard on the girls, they don't make the rules about the seating. If there are any issues they seem to be pretty accommodating.
(4)Steve J.
It's probably my fault for not asking more questions. I got there ten minuted before they were shutting down lunch. I ordered what the waitress said was good. When I got it home is WAS A DEEP FRIED PIZZA!! Holy Crap. Do Not order the deep fried pizza. Not very healthy. And not good at all. Will never go back to this location.
(2)Oana P.
Service was very slow, had to flag someone down for service. Food was mediocre. Note, don't put children's desserts in a martini glass, they can't reach it.
(3)D. D.
This was previously Tutti Santi. Interior was redone to make it "trendy." Was a bit worried when we arrived and the hostess asked which side we wanted - one she referred to as EYE-talian. Ugh. It's IT-alian. Otherwise, we're pretty sure you make horrible Italian food. To add to that, the music playing was Spanish, not Italian. #fail Food was good, but expected better for what we paid. $120 for 5 of us (2 of the 5 ate from the kids menu). Most surprising were the appetizers. Got the meatballs and the arancini and both were delicious. Gnocchi was pretty bland. Kids pasta was too. Nothing to write home about. We may try it again only because it's close.
(3)Pepper T.
Pomo serves certified neapolitan Italian Pizzas. I had the Bufala Verace Pizza. It was very thin and crispy and even had crispness in the center of the pie. I liked the certified tomatoes on it but they seemed a little thin. My husband had the Torto Sapore. It had an assortment of meats on it and he said it was tasty. I thought the food was overall good but we had multiple problems with the service and felt very unwelcome. When we arrived there was no one in the dining room and were seated at a table for for even though there were many 2 tops in the restaurant. Our table was actually two 2 tops placed together. As we finished our meal and were waiting for our dessert the hostess picked our box of take home pizza up off of the table we weren't really using and set it on the small table between us. then asked if she could move the table to create a larger table for 6 next to us. If the restaurant was crowded this wouldn't be an issue but again we were the only table in the restaurant. There were multiple areas they could have created this larger table and not inconvenienced anyone. The real problem came when the person brought our dessert. There was no room on the table so his choice was place the dessert on top of the pizza or sit it hanging off of the table. He chose to have it almost falling off the table as you can see in the picture. The only way we could actually cut into the dessert was to put it on top of the pizza. To her credit when the server brought our check and aw the predicament she offered to take the pizza box to the kitchen. We were done so it was irrelevant. One of the more interesting things was when our dessert was delivered the young man arrived at our table and said did someone order dessert? he then said here is your whatever it is as I don't really know exactly what it is. we were flabbergasted but just laughed. Parking may be difficult. Every spot was taken and half the businesses were closed. I noticed several cars parking in the road in the bike lane on the road that crosses 59th. I've been to the Pomo in Scottsdale and my visit there was excellent. Hopefully this location will get the service issues together. Food is good worth a try for the food but I had to remove a star for the service.
(3)Mary B.
I was very satisfied with the Pomo pizza I had. I have to say that it is the best pizza I had.
(5)Karen B.
So glad POMO opened way out here in the West Valley. We really needed this. Went for the first time last night and everything was great. The place was packed for a Thursday night. The hostess was pleasant. We had a great waiter and when we were leaving one of the managers asked how they were doing. Well ... they did just fine. Loved the decor, the pizzas were awesome, wine was very good. Next time I want to eat outside. Cool vibe with the blue lights in the trees. Welcome to the neighborhood POMO. I'll be back soon. You are my new best friend.
(5)Nelly S.
Have gone twice now since it opened on the West side... So happy there is finally a decent pizza place close by. The staff are friendly and attentive. The pizzas are full of flavor and the presentation is great. The Caesar salad and calamari were so-so, however the two desserts I have tried were amazing. One was a cream puff type dessert with chocolate sauce and the other was tiramisu. Both beautifully presented and tasted delicious.
(5)Tom F.
Awesome experience! The meatballs were the best I've ever tasted! The staff was helpful and informative. The entree was as authentic as it gets. The freshness of the ingredients is evident and the prices are reasonable. Giancarlo and the pizza makers made our experience fun and welcoming. We will be back again.
(5)Martin G.
The pizza is really good. The drinks are very okay. They do get our orders wrong more often than one would expect, but the end result is still a good pizza.
(4)Christine P.
I am so happy that they open a Pomo near my salon. Yayyyy, happy hour after work. Haha jk. I usually go to the down town one. This one is quite bigger and more alive. The ambiance is so relaxing and the pizza here is phenomenal. Any vegetarian pizza here is phenomenal. Haha :D
(5)Kevin N.
Oven baked meat lovers pizza. Thin crusted with wonderful seasoning and aroma to salivate for. This Glendale branch is an honorable mention compared to the original Pomo in downtown. Too much memories created at the downtown Pomo to part from the original.
(4)Melinda T.
This place just opened up by my parents so I decided to give it a try. Right when you walk in, you actually have two options. To go to Pomo or to their adjoining restaurant (I don't remember the name). Though both seem to share a kitchen, Pomo is more for pizza while the other restaurant is more for pasta. This was kind of confusing and actually made me rethink the place that I wanted to go to! Nevertheless, my friends and I ended up at Pomo. The whole area is big, and they have an open patio area for outdoor seating as well. The waiter was pretty good and he gave us some recommendations. We ended up ordering drinks, an antipasti, and two pizzas. Out of the three drinks we got, the Moscow mule was the best with blood orange. The two others were just ok. The affetatti misti was alright for the price. The pizzas were good. We got one white one off the menu the waiter recommended and it was my favorite. The red one we got was good too but I thought it needed just a little something more. Overall, it was a good dining experience and it's a nice spot to go to!
(4)Tim S.
Pomo opened a place semi close to my house? West side! Hell yeah! I had been to the downtown location once before and thought it was pretty damn delicious (top 5 pizzas in Phoenix...for sure..without a doubt). I had been meaning to go back, but life (work, kid, too far, diet etc) gets in the way. Today I had some free time and decided to check out the new Pomo in Glendale. I found some parking and walked over. The building is nice! They have a nice sized outside patio/bar and then some tables inside. I chose to sit inside and ordered a water to drink. I studied the menu for a bit...about that.... I had looked online and had noticed that they have 2 different menus (Phoenix and Scottsdale). The Phoenix menu had a pizza that had pancetta, onions and black pepper on it called the Amatriciana. The Scottsdale menu did not have that pizza. I was craving that particular pizza since I woke up this morning. Turns out, the Glendale one did not have that particular pizza (amatriciana) either :-(. I had to go with something else. I decided on the Diavola. It is mozzarella, spicy salame and basil. I placed my order for that, chilled for about 5 minutes and then my pizza was ready. Here is how it was.............. Diavola- ($13.95) It looked fantastic! It had just enough pieces of salame on it, a couple of leaves of basil and then a decent amount of cheese. A few things about this pizza. A.) The "spicy" salame was not too spicy. It tasted great though! B.) I'm usually not the biggest fan of basil on my pizza, but this basil was so tender and delicious and not overpowering. I loved it! It worked well with all the other flavors. C.) Pomo uses the creamiest mozzarella I have ever had. In my previous review of the downtown location, I mentioned the same thing. I don't know where they get this magical cheese from, but it sure is delicious! It's rich, creamy, salty....just flat out excellent! My favorite cheese of any pizza in Phoenix! All of these items were layered perfectly on top of their simple yet delicious tomato sauce. It is all held together by their excellent crust! It was perfectly charred but not burnt. It had a great chew to it. It was pretty much a perfect pizza. Can't get much better. Service was alright. Not great, not bad, just ok. I will definitely be back to try out some of their other pizzas! My stomach was very impressed ;-)
(5)Ursula W.
We've been looking for a new "Place" for pizza since ours closed and I think we've found it. Only been once, but will go back for sure. We had the Margharita and the Pomo pizzas and they were both wonderful. The Mango Salad was very good and big enough for three small servings (just enough if you're having something else). Loved the thin, but not overly crispy crust on the pizzas and the seasoning was right on. Pizza was big enough for two peeps to have three very generous pieces apiece. Would love to go back and try something off the regular menu, but I'm not sure I could stay away from the pizza. Our server was wonderful. Very helpful, there when we needed her, but not hovering. Down side? True, it was Saturday night, but really, really noisy. Regular conversation was difficult.
(4)Dennis D.
Let me first say, if your idea of good pizza includes going to pizza hut, little caesar's, or baking something that was frozen from the grocery store, this place is probably not for you. You're probably better off going across the street to Zipps for their happy hour pizza slices for less than $2. If on the other hand, you are willing to pay for a quality meal filled with a top notch ingredients and a bunch of flavor, then go here. I came here alone for a late lunch, around 1:30ish pm, and there was a very a light crowd. I was immediately seated, given some water, and a menu by my friendly waiter, Mike. I had already looked through the menu online before coming, so I knew what I wanted. I ordered a glass of their Cabernet and their Principe pizza. The pizza is a thin crust, Neapolitan pizza. It had prosciutto, fresh arugula, and shaved parmigiano reggiano. It was absolutely delicious. The pizza and the wine tasted great together. I would love eating this pizza every week. I am still debating whether or not I like this pizza better than the one at Pizzeria Bianco. The pizza is quite large and would definitely need 2 people to finish it. I had a very long lunch though, so I slowly worked on it for about 45 minutes while doing some work on my phone. I was never rushed and my waiter was attentive to me the entire time. He actually also gave me some spicy olive oil to try on my pizza. I added a few drops, and it definitely brought out some more kick and flavor to the pizza. I would recommend not adding too much though otherwise you'll drown out the original flavors of the pizza. Some people complain about the price, but to me, I will always be willing to pay extra for good quality food. Period. The prices for their food are on their website, so don't whine about paying too much. I am just super thankful that this place opened up near where I live. I will definitely be back again to try out the rest of their wonderful menu.
(5)Danielle A.
Between their pizzas and desserts, wow! Service was just ok. She wasn't very knowledgeable of the menu. We started with the bruschetta. Disappointed in serving size, as there was only two slices of bread served. But, the taste and flavor was spot on. We had three different pizzas, and they were outstanding. Flavor was perfect and had such fresh ingredients. The crust was absolutely delectable too. It honestly tasted like it was straight from the streets of Italy. Our dessert was even better. Chocolate mousse covering decadent cream puffs. Can't wait to go back and try something else.
(5)Bad L.
We have now been to all the Pomos and were glad when one arrived on the West side at 59th avenue. This is some serious pizza. We have reviews into all the others and love them! Our ONLY complaint about this one is the menu is a bit different form others and they don't offer their porcini mushroom pizza that is on their Scottsdale menu and their down town menu. Service is great. Location is great. If you want some seriously good pizza, GO!
(4)Robert S.
There are not many great places in the northwest valley to eat. Pomo is definitely one of the best places around. Service is great and the food is excellent. Pizzas have a great crust and the sauce has good flavor. We usually eat on the casual side of the restaurant. The next review will be on the traditional sit down side of the restaurant.
(5)Jules W.
I dream about this place! Everything is wonderful. I also bought the lemon and the chili oil... Now I cook amazing too!
(5)Jny C.
This place is so good. My friends and I split the Romana salad and Peppino pizza, so delicious! We tried their trio bruschetta last time which was also yummy. Pomo has a nice atmosphere and is inexpensive when sharing with friends.
(4)Jeremy H.
Had lunch there today. Seems like it's really authentic. I've never been to italy and can't read Italian but a lot of the menu was Italian words or phrases that both me and who I was eating with had a hard time understanding. It's certainly a different type of pizza than I am used to. Sauce was pretty tasty but I'm not a big fan of the style of pizza they serve and it was a bit on the pricy side for lunch. The side salad was good. Some people may like it but it didn't suit my taste all that well
(3)Bianca B.
Best Pizza in Arizona!!!! To be a certified Neapolitan Pizzeria the restaurant has to use authentic ingredients all the way down to the flour. The quality of the ingredients can be tasted in the absolutely delicious pizza at this place. I have been back once a week since it opened and have tried several of their pizzas and have not been disappointed! I do need to say that the pastas have not won me over, pizza is definitely the food to eat at Pomo.
(5)Anna P.
Pomo is Pomo ! No matter where is located Pomo still one the best restaurant in Arizona. Sure is best Pizza you can find in Arizona. This Location is open space with beautiful patio outdoor and nice picture murals in main dining. Bar with seats indoor and outdoor nice view and three bartenders ready to serve many customers . thank you Pomo to bring excellent food in this area. Love you guys.
(5)Isla B.
The service was wonderful the food was yummy and it's a lovely atmosphere! The restaurant is beautiful and has an awesome patio with an indoor/outdoor bar. Really cool setup. Highly recommend the lasagna and creme brulee. Will be back asap!
(5)Sonyia S.
So everyone knows I'm critical of Food! Especially Italian! Our appetizer grilled veggies and the bread app were terrible! Sorry but it is what it is. Now the Margarita pizza that was worth writing home about! :) the dessert menu looked amazing I'm not a tiramisu fan but this was a wonderful delight! Good Italian wine list! We had the Dogagolo amazing wine ! I know they will do well here but you should revisit your appetizer menu! Our server was sweet but very green I appreciate Honesty so we still left 20%! Good employees are hard to find take time and invest in their training that way it is a win win situation for all! People in the industry are very forgiving we notice our surroundings and make consideration for all situations ! Good job you can aim to be better and we will be BACK!
(3)Kristen S.
The food is always amazing and fast. Love this place. The Toto Sapore pizza is our favorite and the profiteroles are a must try.
(5)John G.
This is one of the few certified Neapolitan Pizza places in Arizona and, on my opinion, the best pozza in the State! Many varities and all prepared perfectly. If a first time authentic Neapolitan Pizza eater, try the Margherita - the basic pizza and a great introduction to this style :-)
(5)Katarina G.
I took my younger brother here for lunch on his graduation day- and we enjoyed it. I would give it a solid 3.5 out of 5. The pizza was good, but I felt like it lacked something, but was unable to figure out what that was. It's a little pricy, and two people can easily share 1 pizza. Creme Brulee for desert was heavenly. Will be trying it at least 1 more time!
(4)Brandon B.
Delicious! Went here the other day with the family. We got a couple of pizzas and fried rice balls. All was good. Nice authentic Italian flavors. The pizzas are cooked in a stone fire place nice crispy crust. Prices were pretty reasonable. We will definitely be back.
(5)Gina M.
We went to Pomo for a special tasting of the bistro side food.. Food was wonderful. We will definitely coming back. Atmosphere was was fantastic. The pizza side very modern and Scottsdalish. The bistro side very bistro. Red and white checkered table clothe, full bar. Just a really fun place with awesome food. The owner, Stefano, very friendly. I think we're going back tonight to try the pizza.
(4)Allison S.
We stopped at Pomo because we heard the food was good. The drinks were even better, we stopped in late but they took really good care of me and my friends. Aprum was great and John is a great bartender!,Go see him :)
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