The Original Philippe

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1001 N Alameda St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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(213) 617-3781
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Best

Our food came out on time and was prepared just right. I would recommend this place to a hungry person the portions are huge! Service as ok but the food made up for it! I?d go her...

Worst

I think the sandwiches are too small and do not hold enough meat to feed a grown man. A 7 year old might like the portions but not me. I can buy a small sandwich like that one i...

Bland food, long wait 2/8/2005

assassingalaxia Provided by Partner
We decided to try Philippe because it's so well-known. Arriving at a busy time, we waited in line (rather, in the crowd - lines were not well defined) for about forty minutes, all the while looking forward to the food, since so many people in line were raving about it. A lot of them were out-of-towners who claimed to stop at Philippe every time in town. Food-wise, the sandwiches are rather bland. The pies are pretty decent, as is the coleslaw. It's just another sandwich joint. Eat upstairs to avoid the crowd. Price-wise, it's mediocre. If you can go when there's no or little wait, and you only need a sandwich, then it's good for that. Pros: laid-back Cons: parking, wait, service more
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User review from Insider Pages 12/20/2004

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One of the last historic one of the kind Los Angeles resturants. My great grandfather use to bring me here as a boy. Now I bring my son. Sam... more
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User review from Insider Pages 12/20/2004

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I would give this place an A+ for originality and style. The food is just not my style. If you enjoy roast beef and super soggy sandwich b... more
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User review from Insider Pages 12/5/2004

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You cant visit downtown WITHOUT going here! Its a classic! Frech dip subs, purple eggs and 9 cent cups of coffee! The owners make you feel l... more
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User review from Insider Pages 11/2/2004

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I went here only twice, but I loved it both times. The sawdust floors and open cafe-style seating really give the place character. The Frenc... more
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User review from Insider Pages 10/26/2004

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I love this place and like to take out of towners and friends there for a more unusual dining experience. A few years ago, I took the jury t... more
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User review from Insider Pages 10/19/2004

The Original Since 1908 (veritably prehistoric by Los Angeles terms) Philippe's has been all about sawdust on the floor, ceiling fans above,... more
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User review from Insider Pages 9/27/2004

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This place is classic. I think they still serve $0.09 cups of coffee! more
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User review from Insider Pages 8/3/2004

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This is old LA... an institution near the LA Union Station. You order your sandwich at the counter (roast beef, lamb) and sit at community ... more
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My Choice For My Last Meal 7/18/2004

huskyduck Provided by Partner
I'm not sure if they really "invented" the French dip sandwich but who really cares? They just don't make places like this anymore. $4.60 for the standard beef, pork, ham or turkey dip. Pennies more for lamb. 10 cents for a cop of coffee. Make sure you get your sandwich double dipped. A bowl of stew or chili is mandatory. Great slaw, pickles and macaroni/potato salad. And don't forget to tip your counter person. Trust me, they will remember. Pros: Dips!, Beef Stew, Chili more
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My Choice For My Last Meal 7/18/2004

I'm not sure if they really ""invented"" the French dip sandwich but who really cares? They just don't make places like this anymore. $4.60 for the standard beef, pork, ham or turkey dip. Pennies more for lamb. 10 cents for a cop of coffee. Make sure you get your sandwich double dipped. A bowl of stew or chili is mandatory. Great slaw, pickles and macaroni/potato salad. And don't forget to tip your counter person. Trust me, they will remember. Pros: Dips!, Beef Stew, Chili more
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An LA Classic 7/13/2004

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The place with the sawdust on the floor! They've got expertly mass-produced french dip sandwiches with the barest minimum of decor. PROS: ... more
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Great sandwiches! 7/11/2004

chrisnrich Provided by Partner
We have eaten at Philippe's numerous times over the past few years, and have never really been disappointed. The french dip sandwiches are really good, provided you eat them before the rolls get too soggy, and the amount of meat per sandwich seems reasonable to us. Rich really loves their mustard and pickles, although Chris thinks the coleslaw is too sweet. We also always enjoy the extremely retro decor. All in all, a very fun place. Pros: food, ambiance more
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Great sandwiches! 7/11/2004

We have eaten at Philippe's numerous times over the past few years, and have never really been disappointed. The french dip sandwiches are really good, provided you eat them before the rolls get too soggy, and the amount of meat per sandwich seems reasonable to us. Rich really loves their mustard and pickles, although Chris thinks the coleslaw is too sweet. We also always enjoy the extremely retro decor. All in all, a very fun place. Pros: food, ambiance more
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OPTI4U 5/24/2004

THIS RESTAURANT HAS RECEIVED ALOT OF HYPE. I WAS VERY DISSPPOINTED WITH THE AMOUNT OF MEAT OF THEIR ""WORLD FAMOUS BEEF DIP""LONG LINES..I ASKED FOR EXTRA BEEF..$3.50, THAT ALMOST ANOTHER SANDWHICH.NOT ALOT OF FLAVOR. WON'T GO BACK Pros: CUSTOMER SERVICE Cons: , MORE GENEROUS PORTION, PORTIONS more
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OPTI4U 5/24/2004

wylmarye Provided by Partner
THIS RESTAURANT HAS RECEIVED ALOT OF HYPE. I WAS VERY DISSPPOINTED WITH THE AMOUNT OF MEAT OF THEIR "WORLD FAMOUS BEEF DIP"LONG LINES..I ASKED FOR EXTRA BEEF..$3.50, THAT ALMOST ANOTHER SANDWHICH.NOT ALOT OF FLAVOR. WON'T GO BACK Pros: CUSTOMER SERVICE Cons: , MORE GENEROUS PORTION, PORTIONS more
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Delicious! 5/7/2004

yodabear Provided by Partner
I live right down the street from this place and I feel so blessed. It's got the best sandwich around. You can get a sandwich, chili, lemonade and a slice of pie for around $10.00!!! How can you beat it and it all tastes fabulous! Pros: Great Parking, Close, Inexpensive more
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Delicious! 5/7/2004

I live right down the street from this place and I feel so blessed. It's got the best sandwich around. You can get a sandwich, chili, lemonade and a slice of pie for around $10.00!!! How can you beat it and it all tastes fabulous! Pros: Great Parking, Close, Inexpensive more
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An L.A. Classic! 4/28/2004

You haven't lived in L.A. if you haven't gone to Philippe's! I'm the fifth generation of my family to eat there, and I can't wait to introduce it to the sixth! The french-dip sandwiches are fantastic-- try pork or roast beef. Everything is reasonably priced, and the pies are delicious! This is the cheapest coffee on the planet. The seating and service are egalitarian, but in a way, that's also appealing. It's right by Chinatown and just north of Olvera Street, and across from Union Station. A good place to eat before or after sightseeing, train trip, or just because! The mustard is quite spicy though, so if spicy isn't your thing, enjoy but use sparingly. Pros: delicious, inexpensive more
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An L.A. Classic! 4/28/2004

caldse Provided by Partner
You haven't lived in L.A. if you haven't gone to Philippe's! I'm the fifth generation of my family to eat there, and I can't wait to introduce it to the sixth! The french-dip sandwiches are fantastic-- try pork or roast beef. Everything is reasonably priced, and the pies are delicious! This is the cheapest coffee on the planet. The seating and service are egalitarian, but in a way, that's also appealing. It's right by Chinatown and just north of Olvera Street, and across from Union Station. A good place to eat before or after sightseeing, train trip, or just because! The mustard is quite spicy though, so if spicy isn't your thing, enjoy but use sparingly. Pros: delicious, inexpensive more
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