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Vincent DePhilippis Born in New York NY, raised in Naples Italy returned to New York City at the age of 18. Vincent DePhilippis and Madeleine Manfredi from Nimes France met in New York NY (Mamma and Papa) married in 1925, then settled in Westchester Pennsylvania. Then moved to San Diego in 1947 where they opened an Italian market named Cash & Carry Italian foods on India Street in San Diego. 1950 was the beginning of what has become a very successful line of family restaurants that are today know as Filippi’s Pizza Grottos that are owned and operated by original family members of the founders. The DePhilippis family would like to welcome you and your family to visit our restaurants to enjoy our traditional old Italian family recipes.
Chain outpost offering pizza & red-sauce Italian staples in generous portions.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 13000 Oak Knoll Dr, Poway, CA 92064
Phone: (858) 748-1800
Website: https://realcheesepizza.com/poway/
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Reviews
Teresa
Service was great. Atmosphere is cozy. A few things about the food – the dinner bread would be better if it was a crisp buttered sourdough. The house Italian dressing might be yummier with not so many spices drenching the salad. The pizza is superb – perfection combo of crust and topping. Lasagne is a huge portion and makes delicious leftovers – mine was served cheesy and saucy, just the way I like.
… moreJ T
I had a really disappointing experience at this restaurant, and unfortunately, the biggest issue was the staff’s attitude.
From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt unwelcoming. We notified the front desk that we would be a bigger party but we weren’t sure exact amount since they were all rolling in. He seemed very irritated and stated that they were very busy and didn’t know if they would be able to accommodate. We notified him that we didn’t mind waiting. We weren’t in any rush. We ended up being about 14.
When we were sat, there wasn’t a SINGLE table in the entire section that was even occupied. So I don’t know if he was trying to deter us or what. But they WERE NOT BUSY! Then we asked for separate checks which would only been 4 and our served stated because we were “walk -in” and not a reservation, she wouldn’t be able to do separate checks. This made zero sense!
We have been here before when we have tournaments locally. We’ve had separate checks in a walk in experience before. So if this was HER preference that’s one thing. But the inconsistency is frustrating.
No matter how good the food might have been, the rude and unprofessional behavior completely ruined the experience. Customer service matters, and sadly, this place fell far below even basic expectations. We won’t be returning. And this definitely won’t be our first option when we have tournaments locally.
… moreFrom the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt unwelcoming. We notified the front desk that we would be a bigger party but we weren’t sure exact amount since they were all rolling in. He seemed very irritated and stated that they were very busy and didn’t know if they would be able to accommodate. We notified him that we didn’t mind waiting. We weren’t in any rush. We ended up being about 14.
When we were sat, there wasn’t a SINGLE table in the entire section that was even occupied. So I don’t know if he was trying to deter us or what. But they WERE NOT BUSY! Then we asked for separate checks which would only been 4 and our served stated because we were “walk -in” and not a reservation, she wouldn’t be able to do separate checks. This made zero sense!
We have been here before when we have tournaments locally. We’ve had separate checks in a walk in experience before. So if this was HER preference that’s one thing. But the inconsistency is frustrating.
No matter how good the food might have been, the rude and unprofessional behavior completely ruined the experience. Customer service matters, and sadly, this place fell far below even basic expectations. We won’t be returning. And this definitely won’t be our first option when we have tournaments locally.
Erin Harris
Stopped here for lunch with my family (9 people). They accommodated our large group and we could split the bills ( max 3 ways). The portions were huge! Ordered the family spaghetti and a meatball. Was enough for at least 3 people- spaghetti, bread, soup, salad. Split with my daughter and we had left overs. Medium pizza will be enough for at least 3 people. This place was recommended by my cousin and I’m so glad we went!
… moreKimura W
This was my first visit to this location. I’ve been to the downtown location twice and another location in Chula Vista. The atmosphere was chill, but soon turned busy as soon as we were seated. We ordered the Fit for a King Large which was more than adequate for 3 people with leftovers. The bottom of the crust was a little hard but the top was loaded with lip smacking cheese, veggies, and meat. For easy cutting its best to let the pizza sit for a bit, don’t worry it will still be hot and gooey. Staff were BUSY, but sweet, and accommodating. Lunch specials looked good, but we were in for the dinner crowd, there was plenty of parking but the parties coming in were in groups of 4 and more. Plenty of space to accommodate the dinner rush.
… moreJoe Hughes
A very comfortable place to eat with very friendly service. The antipasta salad was great. Get the small one because it will be good for three people. I must say the pizza is different. Toppings on the bottom with a lot of cheese. This was our first time here so if I knew they made the pizza with so much cheese, I would have asked for less. The pink lemonade was very good. Plenty of parking is available.
… moreYeahoo Whoyah
Huge proportions. My 1/2 Lasagna + Meat Ball arrived quickly but could have been a bit hotter so minus 1 ⭐️. My server Angel was helpful, attentive, and efficient.
… moreM J
Pizza is heaven! They put the cheese on last. I’ve been missing a good Italian place. That being said wasn’t to big of a fan of the meatball subs, there’s to much seasoning in the meatball. Tasted like a sausage instead of a meat ball. Definitely coming back for more pizza!
… moreYoshi Weiss
I grew up in this town and have been coming to this particular Filippi’s for nearly a decade, and the quality has been getting steadily worse since I was young. Today was the final straw.
I ordered a pizza to go, (generally I prefer to dine in) on a relaxed, not busy, Wednesday night. I called on the phone and the girl was EXCEPTIONALLY rude. I noticed right away her terrible attitude. She talked like an aggressively bored teenager that hated her job. After telling her my order and giving her my info, she told me it would be ready in 30 minutes and hung up.
When I arrived only about 15 minutes later, I wasn’t greeted or helped at the counter for a few minutes, despite the restaurant being quite empty. Eventually she came over to the counter and asked what I wanted, I told her my name and I was picking up a pizza. She said nothing, just walked away. I was shocked to see she was clearly not a teenager, but an adult with the same awful attitude.
A few moments later she brought out my pizza, and told me the price. $32 for a large pizza blew me away a little bit, but I suppose it is a family restaurant…
I opened the box to find this monstrosity below. What in gods name happened here?
Highly disappointed in this restaurant. Terrible service, and what a ridiculous end result. The pizza tasted…. Fine. It was fine. So mid it hurt.
If you’re in poway and want pizza, go to Rosarias instead.
… moreI ordered a pizza to go, (generally I prefer to dine in) on a relaxed, not busy, Wednesday night. I called on the phone and the girl was EXCEPTIONALLY rude. I noticed right away her terrible attitude. She talked like an aggressively bored teenager that hated her job. After telling her my order and giving her my info, she told me it would be ready in 30 minutes and hung up.
When I arrived only about 15 minutes later, I wasn’t greeted or helped at the counter for a few minutes, despite the restaurant being quite empty. Eventually she came over to the counter and asked what I wanted, I told her my name and I was picking up a pizza. She said nothing, just walked away. I was shocked to see she was clearly not a teenager, but an adult with the same awful attitude.
A few moments later she brought out my pizza, and told me the price. $32 for a large pizza blew me away a little bit, but I suppose it is a family restaurant…
I opened the box to find this monstrosity below. What in gods name happened here?
Highly disappointed in this restaurant. Terrible service, and what a ridiculous end result. The pizza tasted…. Fine. It was fine. So mid it hurt.
If you’re in poway and want pizza, go to Rosarias instead.
Gregg
I’ve not eaten at a Filippi’s in quite a while and never before at this Poway location. Despite the very competent and friendly service by Angel, the food bordered on inedible. I had the chicken parmesan dinner. Chicken was rubbery and had almost no flavor. The sauce was bland. The accompanying spaghetti was overcooked to the point of mush. Same with the included minestrone soup. Garlic bread was flavorless. I strongly recommend staying away from this place.
… moreChester Luis Clark
Service was very attentive, we had a big party and the waiters didn’t skip a beat. Pizza was incredible, you can customize it if you want, had high chairs for the little ones, and the garlic cheese bread was delicious. Plenty of parking, beer. And dessert. Still had the old Italian ambiance. Great time, highly recommended to try it out.
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