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Eating at this restaurant with a pleasant view of Velveteria - The Museum of Velvet Paintings will be a positive experience for customers. You can always enjoy nicely cooked beef dip, french dip sandwiches and жареный барашек at Philippe The Original. If hungry, come here for good banana pies, apple pie and French pancakes. It might be nice to try delicious draft beer, wine or craft beer. Come to this place for great iced lemonade, americano or ice tea.
Choose between indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is said to be professional here. This spot is notable for its prompt service. Here you will pay democratic prices. At this restaurant, people can enjoy the charming ambiance and nice decor. Frommer's experts have rated Philippe The Original 2 stars, certainly, it's worth a visit.
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Rebecca E.
8 days ago on Yelp
We came with a massive group of 25+ people on a Sunday morning and they easily accommodated us. Yummy beef dip sandwich average portions. Tangy pickle. Large menu. The food was good, service was quick, restaurant was clean. This is a place for carnivores - nuff said.
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Daniel B.
10 days ago on Yelp
I respect the tradition and legacy that Philippe represents, but I felt the sandwich itself was just a-ok. There's a few parking lots near the restaurant that you can park in, which was convenient. Inside, you order at the counter. It can be a little intimidating at first, so we did some research and discovered the way to go is double-dip apparently. I ordered a beef double dip, and also had a side of potato salad. The beef was fine. I didn't necessarily think it was the best version of the beef dip that I've ever had. I added some of their mustard, which did compliment the richness of the sandwich very well. Careful with how much you apply though, as it will definitely blow out your nose if you use too much! The potato salad was nice and tangy; I thought it was a pretty solid side. I've heard from Reddit that the way to go is a lamb double dip with blue cheese; I may have to try that out next time I visit.
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Austin B.
12 days ago on Yelp
tl;dr in the LA French dip debate, this cafeteria-line competitor falls slightly short of its full-service counterpart -- although the outstanding pickled sides and unreal mustard are tough to beat Despite its name, the French dip sandwich is actually a Los Angeles invention ("French" refers to the French rolls housing the slices of roast meats). And two rivaling restaurants, both established in 1908, each claim to be the originator of the iconic sandwich: Philippe the Original and Cole's French Dip. Although Cole's asserts to have invented the French dip back in 1908, a first-person account by Philippe Mathieu points toward the true first sandwich dipping occurring in 1918. Between the two rivals, Philippe is decidedly less formal, leaning more toward cafeteria style than its sit-down counterpart. The navy-and-white sign atop the roof pops against the otherwise drab backdrop of buildings. Enter inside to find a sandwich shop of years past. The oppressively bright fluorescent lights illuminate the enormous space, designed to accommodate large crowds. An entire room to the left is dedicated to the line and the stainless steel deli display. To the right are plenty of laminate tables and wooden booths, each decked with a nondescript bottle of Philippe's signature Hot Mustard. The taupe walls are decorated with a mismatched assortment of framed Philippe accolated, Dodgers memorabilia, and retro bar knickknacks. The concrete floor is layered with sawdust, and the only sounds around the restaurant are chatter among customers and staff. My partner and I arrived for an early weekday dinner when the Dodgers were out of town, and Philippe was shockingly vacant: we immediately jumped to the front of the queue. We opted for a classic "wet" Beef Dip with Swiss cheese, which was handed to us on a plastic cafeteria tray in a matter of minutes. By first bite, the bread lost all its integrity, dripping with salty, rich au jus; the beef was tender but otherwise bland. Both mostly served as a conduit for the excellent, sinus-clearingly horseradish-y Hot Mustard. Further, the pickled sides were well worth the modest upcharge. Our favorites were the sweet pickles and the huge plate of pickled beets; meanwhile, the beet-pickled egg was overcooked and only vaguely reminiscent of vinegar. The friendly staff efficiently prepared orders and bussed empty plates. Our bill totaled just over $20: half the price of Cole's, but an altogether inferior French dip. Nonetheless, Philippe makes up for the sandwich with its standout sides and mustard. Of the two spots, Philippe is definitely more popular, and for good reason -- the unpretentious, grab-and-go eatery is the perfectly equipped crowd-pleaser for consistent, affordable eats.
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6AM - 10PM
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Price range per person $11 - $30
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Chinatown
1001 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Outdoor seating
Сredit cards accepted
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No booking
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Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Opening hours
| SundaySun | 6AM-10PM |
| MondayMon | 6AM-10PM |
| TuesdayTue | 6AM-10PM |
| WednesdayWed | 6AM-10PM |
| ThursdayThu | 6AM-10PM |
| FridayFri | 6AM-10PM |
| SaturdaySat | 6AM-10PM |
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