Not a dish, but an essential part of the meal. This mustard is famously powerful and is found in small jars on every table. Use it sparingly!
Tips from diners
A little goes a long way. This is nasal-clearingly hot. Test a tiny bit before you spread it all over your sandwich.
The classic order. The beef is roasted in-house and hand-carved, then placed on a fresh French roll that has been dipped (single, double, or triple) in the roasting juices. It's simple, savory, and a true LA icon.
Tips from diners
Ask for 'Double Dip' if you want a moist sandwich, or 'Triple Dip' if you want it completely soaked. Most regulars go for Double.
A more flavorful and slightly richer alternative to the beef. The lamb is tender and pairs perfectly with their signature hot mustard, which provides a sharp, nasal-clearing kick.
Tips from diners
Try this if you want something with a bit more gamey flavor than the beef. It's many regulars' favorite.
A bright pink, tangy snack that has been a Philippe's staple for decades. The beet juice gives it a vibrant color and a slightly sweet, earthy undertone that balances the vinegar punch.
Tips from diners
It's a polarizing snack, but it's a classic part of the Philippe's experience. Perfect with a sandwich.
A simple, old-school potato salad that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel. It's creamy, cold, and provides a nice textural contrast to the warm, dipped sandwiches.
Tips from diners
The portion is a small scoop, just enough to accompany a sandwich without being too heavy.
Philippe's is one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles. It's world-famous as the purported inventor of the French Dip sandwich. The restaurant maintains its 1950s-style service with 'carvers' and sawdust on the floors, offering a unique glimpse into the city's culinary past.
The ordering system is unique. You stand in one of the many lines, each headed by a 'Carver' who takes your order, makes your sandwich, and collects payment on the spot.
It's communal seating at long wooden tables. Don't be shy about grabbing a spot next to someone else—it's part of the vibe.
They have their own parking lot across the street, but it fills up fast. There's also plenty of street parking and it's a short walk from Union Station.
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