(213) 628-3781
1001 N Alameda St
Los Angeles,
CA
90012
34.059474
-118.236793
Neighborhoods: Chinatown, Central LA
Philippe The Original
What People Are Saying About Philippe The Original
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – For more than a century, this landmark eatery has been serving Angelenos the original French dip sandwich. Situated between Dodger Stadium and Union Station, this cavernous spot is decorated with baseball and train motifs, long tables for communal dining and sawdust on the floor. There's standard deli fare--soups, sandwiches, salads, plus a slew of pies--but everyone knows that everyone comes here for the famed sandwich. Meat (beef, pork, lamb, ham or turkey) is dunked in au jus and layered in a perfect French roll. Sides are classics as well--think crispy slaw and creamy…
11/03/09
Amazing French Dips
by JonSoleymani
If you're looking for an amazing, cheap French Dip, Philippe's is the place. The originator of the French Dip (yes, you heard me right), Philippe's is perfect right before a Dodger game! But get there early, as the lines can get REALLY long before Dodger Games!
- Pros: Great Food, cheap prices
- Cons: Long lines before a Dodger game
11/02/09
Good place for French-Dip Sandwiches
by jrizal
I believe this is the only place that serves french-dip sandwiches. Good lamb sandwich but it does not taste lamby. Cole slaw is good, too.
The cons: the service is inconsistent--sometimes good and sometimes bad. And the brownies--yech! Totally skip it!
- Pros: Good lamb sandwich and parking
- Cons: Service and brownies
10/21/09
Triple Dip it and add a slice of Pie
by Sheauen
Breakfast is good. Lunch is good. so is dinner.
Gets a bit crowded and the prices are immune to the economy but all in all, its a great place to get a good french dip that won't break the bank, and to get a good slice of chocolate cream pie.
Don't smell the mustard, just dab a bit on and take a bite. If you inhale it, you'll not only clear out your sinuses but you might end up clearing out your tear ducts too.
I always get the same thing, double dip beef sandwich, with a side of mac salad. (with a lemonade)
for breakfast its two eggs any style with corn beef. (with a cup o joe)
if i need something to take the edge off my sweet tooth, it'll be the chocolate cream pie.
go here for breakfast, walk around olvera street, stop by the walt disney music hall, and union station, mosey over to chinatown for lunch, or reverse the order and you've got a great day in downtown la.
- Pros: old school la, good french dip, lots character
- Cons: none
The Details on Philippe The Original
Know Before You Go:
The sinus-clearing hot mustard gives Philippe's French-dipped sandwiches their powerful, distinctive flavor. If you want to add a culinary punch to any meal, you can buy this combustible condiment by the jar at the restaurant.
The Extras:
Private rooms are available for large groups and tours. Please call ahead for reservations and details.
The Extras:
Private rooms are available for large groups and tours, and the enclosed booths are perfect for power lunches. Please call ahead for reservations and details.
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