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Goomba
Pasta
Repeatedly praised as very good, yummy, and made in-house/on the spot, with several reviews highlighting the freshness, quality, and variety of pasta dishes.
Vanilla Ice Cream
Mentioned as a standout dessert and described as the best end to the meal, with one review specifically calling it excellent.
Pepperoni Pizza
Specifically called highly recommended in one review, singled out as part of the restaurant’s strong pizza selection.
Pizza Capricciosa
Explicitly recommended by name in the reviews, noted as a very much recommended choice.
Mushrooms With Truffle
Directly recommended in one review, suggesting it as a favored topping or flavor choice.
Pulu Siciliano Radiatore
Named as a good pasta choice in a review, recommended as one of the restaurant’s standout pasta options.
Salad
Mentioned positively alongside the Italian food overall, with one review calling the salads really very very good.
Baked Veggies With Cheese
Recommended by a reviewer who enjoyed the vegetarian options, praised as part of the restaurant’s strong non-meat selection.
Cheese And Strawberry Cake
Called excellent in a dessert-focused review, making it a notable sweet option beyond the ice cream.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
About Goomba
Goomba is an Italian restaurant in Petah Tikva, Israel, known for pasta, pizza, salads, and house-made dishes prepared in an open kitchen. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, especially the pasta made on site, the pizzas, and the fair prices. The restaurant has a casual, cozy self-service setup with outdoor seating, and it is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. It also accepts reservations and has options for groups.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Goomba known for?
Goomba is best known for its pizza and pasta, especially the house-made pasta and handcrafted pizzas. Reviewers also mention the open kitchen and quick self-service format, with many calling out the fair prices and strong value in Petah Tikva.
What dishes are most recommended at Goomba?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the pizzas, the pasta, and specific items like chestnut gnocchi, rose pasta, pizza Capricciosa, pepperoni pizza, and mushrooms with truffle. Desserts also get attention, especially the vanilla ice cream and cheese and strawberry cake.
What is the atmosphere like at Goomba?
The vibe is casual and cozy, with an open kitchen, self-service ordering, and a setup where you collect your food when it is ready. Reviews describe it as good for groups and friends, comfortable for solo dining, and less suited to an intimate date because it can get crowded at busy times.
Is Goomba good value, and what is the price range?
Goomba is priced around ₪50–100, and reviewers often describe it as fair, reasonable, or great value for money. People note that the portions are big, the food quality is strong, and the prices are not very high for the amount and quality of pasta and pizza.
When is the best time to visit Goomba?
Reviews suggest going off hours if you want an easier time finding a seat, because the restaurant can be full during rush hour and at night. Even so, food is often served quickly, with some reviewers mentioning waits of about 5 minutes and no long table wait.
Is parking available at Goomba?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Goomba have vegetarian options?
Yes, Goomba offers vegetarian options.
Is Goomba kid-friendly?
Yes, Goomba is good for kids.
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