I went to Phillipe and Cole's for a little Au Jus showdown. While Phillipe serves a great French Dip, my vote that day went to Cole's. The only reason, is that Cole's gave me a side of Au Jus, so I was able to dip to my taste buds' delight! Without the extra au jus, Cole's is a bit dry. This is where Phillipe's reigns supreme. They always get it right! The location is great, next to historic Olvera Street/Plaza, Union Station (where they happened to be filming the day I went), and Chinatown. The overall value is great, everything is cheap!
Pros: Location, Great Beef Sandwhich, Inexpensive
Cons: Crowded, No side of au jus
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