Sydney S.
12/31/2025
I've been coming to Philippe's for many years, and every single visit has been amazing. It's become one of my all-time favorites. I recently found myself near Chinatown and, of course, had to stop...
Philippe the Original
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1001 N Alameda St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Philippe The Original, established in 1908 and located in Los Angeles since 1951, is renowned for its signature French Dipped Sandwich, created by Philippe Mathieu. This historic deli offers a variety of meats served on freshly baked French rolls, enhanced by a selection of cheeses and accompanied by classic sides like coleslaw and potato salad.
With a bustling atmosphere in the heart of Chinatown, Philippe's has become a local favorite, serving up breakfast and lunch options that honor over a century of culinary tradition. The restaurant's commitment to quality and timeless recipes continues to attract both locals and visitors alike.
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4.0(7,673)
Craig H.
1/13/2026
Philippe the Original is an iconic lunch stop in Los Angeles. There's long-standing debate over whether Philippe's or nearby Cole's invented the French dip sandwich--but either way, it's a piece...
Jin K.
1/11/2026
Home of the first French dip sandwich. Haven't been here in over 25 years but it still hits pretty good. Got the beef and lamb with Swiss. I think double dip is the way to go. Moist but...
Mike H.
1/6/2026
I don't really understand the hype. Living on the East Coast for years made me spoiled with good sandwich shops, especially pastrami and beef dip, so when my friend told me I had to try this...
Pipoca C.
1/13/2026
Was in the area and didn't want a heavy meal. So when I saw they had beef stew on their menu, I stopped in for a bowl. Perfect small size for what I wanted and tasty
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