Philippe - The Original

91%

2094 reviews

Since 1918, this place has been serving the best French-dipped sandwiches in the world. That seems logical because it was the original Philippe who claims to have invented the juicy concoction nearly 100 years ago. The prices haven't changed that much ... More [+]

See Nearby

Restaurants

Activities

Lodging

Larger Map

External Links

Yelp

Yahoo travel

4.5 / 5

Zagat

Citysearch

4.5 / 5

AOL City Guide

GoPlanit Reviews for Philippe - The Original

by Yaron B on Monday September 6, 2010 at 2:41:13 am

dewd

External Reviews for Philippe - The Original

by petsya (Trip Advisor) on 2010-10-19

"I have been here quite a few times and after the first time I always get the lamb. It is carved right off the bone as your order it. The beef and turkey are just like anywhere else. Go before a dod..." more

by SkyMcCain (Trip Advisor) on 2010-10-15

"Where else could you get a cup of coffee for a dime?Plentiful, no frills portions. An icon out of the past. Handy when you stay at the Metro Plaza Hotel for a Los Angeles stopover for LAX. Why else..." more

by fredf (Yahoo travel) on 2010-09-29

"Did they get rid of the Roaches? I'am sorry but this place has a problem with being clean.And the food is just O.K." more

by RJ24R2 (Trip Advisor) on 2010-09-23

"Have to make this a stop. Not sure he invented French dip. But a hell of a good one it is regardless. The mustard is nice and hot. Best is beef double dipped. Also try to snatch a piece of peach pi..." more

by RouteRunner (Trip Advisor) on 2010-08-27

"Philippe’s has been an institution in LA for over 100 years, and is the home of the original French Dipped Sandwich. And this is their main menu item, which was Very Good. The only drawback is th..." more

by ClevelandBeachBoy (Trip Advisor) on 2010-07-16

"I went with a friend and we split a beef sandwich with swiss and a lamb sandwich. I heard these are the sandwiches to get. The lamb sandwich had a bad aftertaste and I definitely wouldn't get it ag..." more

by Frogonastick (Trip Advisor) on 2010-06-18

"Saw this place on Man Vs Food so decided to try it whilst in LA.First impressions were not good, there's sawdust on the floor and lines of people everywhere. BUT the service is fast and the Double ..." more

by A Yahoo! Contributor (Yahoo travel) on 2010-06-14

"This place is AMAZING! I loved their burgers! Their fries were perfect too. Not soggy or over cooked. I loved it." more

by Joseph (Yahoo travel) on 2010-06-14

"This place is AMAZING! I loved their burgers! Their fries were perfect too. Not soggy or over cooked. I loved it." more

by A Yahoo! Contributor (Yahoo travel) on 2010-05-17

"Philippe's is for those who appreciate history and "fast food" that isn't sodium and preservative laden like McDonald's, etc.Philippe's is a throwback to the depression er..." more