Philippe (The Original) - Los Angeles Restaurant

  • Address: 1001 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012-1803
  • Phone: +1 213 628 3781
  • Website:www.philippes.com
Average Rating
4.5
496+ reviews
from 5 sources
CitySearch
4.5
75+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
48+ reviews
Yelp
4.0
371+ reviews
Frommers
0.0
1+ reviews
Restaurantica
3.5
1+ reviews

Estimated Price: From $7

Philippe (The Original)
1001 North Alameda Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012-1803

Philippe (The Original) Details

Descriptions from Across the Web

  • 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 a 100 years ago. The prices haven't changed that much since—a roast beef, pork, turkey, ham or ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • The Scene :For nearly a century, this landmark eatery has been serving up an original French dip sandwich. Situated between Dodger Stadium and Union Station, this old-time spot is decorated with baseball and train motifs. It's cavernous, with sawdust on the floor and long tables for communal dini... more on CitySearch
  • For three star American, try Philippe The Original in Los Angeles. Located in the Chinatown neighborhood, this very affordable restaurant has been around for the last 100 years. It's been awarded the Fodors Choice award. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. ... more on OpenList.com
  • Home of the French dip sandwich since 1908. Choose from beef, pork, lamb, turkey and ham. Family-style seating, wholesome ... more on VisitLANow.com
  • Home of the French dip sandwich since 1908. Choose from beef, pork, lamb, turkey and ham. Family-style seating, wholesome ... more on DiscoverLosAngeles.com

Reviews From Across The Web read all

5.0
Really Miss not being close

(June 07, 2002 00:00)

I grew up in southern calif. I started going to Philippes when I was around 4yrs old. I am now ..well lets its now about 55yrs later. I now live on the central coast but have their mustard shipped to me. What can I say ..there isn't anywhere to compare with the ... Charleen C, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Read full review on Yahoo! Travel

5.0
well worth it...

The french dip sandwich is excellent. I had the beef. The potato salad is as good as it gets. The prices are very reasonable. I will definitely return. Even the coffee and orange ... nynotes, a user of citysearch.com. Read full review on CitySearch

Best French Dip Ever

I so love this place. There's nothing like a double dipped lamb. Lamb is the only one they hand cut, which makes all the difference. And double dipping doesn't ... citysearch.com, a user of citysearch.com. Read full review on OpenList.com

5.0
Steve C. 's review

Trying to figure out how to review a place so famous, that has been reviewed by 139 yelpers and counting. ... a user of yelp.com. Read full review on Yelp

4.0
Philippe's is amazing.

(August 18, 2008 00:00)

I love this place. it's a total blast from the past: sawdust on the floor, deadpan lunch ladies in paper hats and cats-eye glasses behind the counter, and really really good sandwiches. get it dipped once, twice, or even the 'secret' triple-dip: which makes your sandwich a mess if you don't eat i... a user of Restaurantica. Read full review on Restaurantica

Directions

Cross Street :N Vigenes Street

At Ord St, Downtown

Hours

Daily 6am-10pm

Other Web Resources

  • Read more about Philippe (The Original) on Yahoo! Travel
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