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Soup'n Salad is a four star restaurant in San Diego. This is a great place. This restaurant is situated in the Sports Arena neighborhood.
5.0 of 5 stars.
The BBQ chicken was fabulous, and the portions were generous. The sauce is deceptively simple, but addictive. The macaroni was also amazing - its interesting, cool flavor goes very well with the BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the best BAR B Q ever, and an extremely friendly staff. Everyone needs to try this place.Sometimes there is a huge line outside, but I have been told that the line moves fast. I was lucky to have a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came twice in a course of 3 1/2 days. My boyfriend loves baby back ribs ... so we've had plenty before, but never ever everrrr have I had any that were this delicious! The ribs were juicy, tender,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Phil's is great. The baby back ribs blow everyone else out of the park. The prices are a little high so I don't go too much. The only problem I have ever encountered happened tonight when...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
good meat. mediocre fries. great beans. good ceaser.let's see. i gave up on eating in... too hectic.closed on mondays? grrrr.... i'll be craving and go by... then i remember it's monday when i see...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beef Ribs and Pork Ribs= Why you waif for more than an hour for this place. You will salivate was you are in line watching everyone lick their fingers. This is a must eat when in San Diego.They also...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hey San Diego BBQ lovers, this is THE spot!45 minute wait out the door on a Saturday night but it's worth it! I ordered "Best of Both" with half order of ribs and chicken. Love the tenderness, love...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The line was insane! When I first got there I was like no way I'm going to wait in this line. But the line was well worth the wait. It was about 35 minutes when I went on a Saturday night which wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ is probably as good as it gets in San Diego. As everyone has already indicated, the wait time can extend to an hour and a half depending on the crowd. Their markers (e.g. "45 minutes from...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PROS:Great Food, Friendly Staff, Good amount of parking!CONS:You feel like you need to get wheeled out!SECRET TIP: Their bread is delicious and fluffy but they don't give it to unless you ask...but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG PHIL'S BBQ! you have to try it to believe it. I went to school in san diego, so I was around when phil's bbq was still a little hole in the wall in hillcrest. after trying it for the first time,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Clearly everyone loves this place, so I won't rave about how amazing they are. I'll just tell you a secret that no one seems to realize...THEY HAVE A BAR! and you can order food there. The line is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I first tried Phil's BBQ back in January and have been in love ever since! I visit San Diego so that I can pay a visit to Phil's. (Don't tell my SD friends that!) Sure, the line is always too long,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went there on Thursday Oct 8th just after 9pm. Ordered a full rack of ribs (pork).I have been wanting to go here to see why there is always a line out the front door and sometimes around the side...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's has the BEST BBQ Ribs! Although the lines tend to be long, the food is absolutely worth the wait. I ALWAYS order the half stack ribs with 2 sides combo. Their fries, potato salad, mac salad,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and cheap prices. We were on vacation in SD and we yelped this place and decided to check it out due to the many good reviews. We were not disappointed. A bonus was we got there around...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's 1000th Review!This place is simply amazing: best bbq in San Diego and some of the most desirable comfort food in the county. I have had exceptional bbq in Texas, and this joint is right up...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The wait on a Saturday night?Close to an hour, it seemed. Why is it every location I go to in San Diego had a prerequisite of a minimum of an hour long wait?! With the insistence from my cousin, I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, Great Service, Great price. One of the employees (Sina) was absolutely the nicest person ever. Can't wait to go back. Great family atmosphere. Don't let the line scare you away. Its...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After my 5th trip to Phil's I finally feel qualified to make a review. For San Diego it's 5 star ... compared to the best in Texas, its a 3.5 to 4 depending on the day ... but still highly...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This BBQ is as good as it gets. Don't be intimidated by the long line out the door (The long line is for good reason)as it moves very quickly with the numerous ordering stations inside. By far the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After giving this place a second try due to all of its raving reviews, I have to admit I don't get what all the fuss is about. Being from Maryland where good BBQ is not hard to find, Phil's BBQ was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
On a recent trip to San Diego, I stopped by this place based on the yelp reviews. Admittedly, I am baffled by all the high scoring reviews. The place is ok. Nothing special. And yeah, I had the ribs....
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to stand in line at the Mission Hills location and wait for a seat in their tiny space. Now that Phil's has moved to a much larger space by the Sports Arena I didn't expect to have to wait in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After my last experience at Phil's, I had been wanting to give them another shot, but never found myself in the area. Finally, I found an excuse, and headed on down to get myself another BBQ burger....
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
ive definitely had better ribs.and im not impressed at all by thier bbq saucei wouldnt go back by choice
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the BEST bbq in San Deezy! I always leave happy and full.
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great ribs whether you're into pork or beef.GREAT quality/value!GREAT proportions!GREAT selection of sides (although a salad would be nice to balance out with the meat, cole slaw is excellent, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know about those negative reviews...different tastes I guess..but being that there over 900 positive reviews...I think I'd go with the majority. Waiting isn't fun, but the food is well worth...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best of BBQ's at Phil's, it is so good! I could eat there every day if I could take the unhealthy aspect of barbecue. But if I can I will definitely make it out there at least every two months...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My brother: "Hi, can we make a reservation?"Hostess: "No, we don't take reservations. But don't worry, its a good night because we're really SLOW tonight. Come on in."My brother: "ok, great. Thanks."...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was my second visit here with Phil's. It was a late evening on a Friday and wifey was having a craving for some BBQ food! Where else should we go? We allowed our stomachs to guide us here again....
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ in San Diego... well, best baby back ribs at least.Though I haven't tried much else, and why would you after tasting them, the baby back ribs are delicious. Tender, lean, and smothered in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first time at Phil's was at their old location and my friend's and I waited 2 hours for carry out! I was so hungry and mad at the wait that I just inhaled my food. I didn't really savored it and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would have rather gone with a 4.5 here but there is no option to do so, going to St. Louis has kinda ruined me on San Diego bbq.At any rate you won't find any better bbq in the COUNTY of San Diego...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OPENED FOR AN HOUR AND THE LINE IS OUT THE DOOR! THIS PLACE IS HUGE AND WE BARELY FOUND SEATING!Pros:-They have small portions (ribs, fries, slaw, onion rings) for under $7. I didn't/couldn't finish...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm feeling a little guilty about some of the negativity in my recent reviews, so I thought I'd re-visit Phil's BBQ for an easy five stars.I have lots of memories of Phil's BBQ, good memories that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't really like barbecue food at all, but Phil's BBQ is alright. Their sauce is pretty good. I had their cheeseburger and shared a portion of baby back pork ribs. They serve large portions for a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why did my review for Phil's from a few months ago get erased? Here goes another review.. probably not my best review because it's the 2nd one I'm writing. EDIT: For some reason my review got moved...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visted Phil's BBQ mid-week at around 2 p.m. There were plenty of empty tables and no wait to order. Staff was friendly and helpful. Since it was my first visit, I tried a variety of items. I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's no secret that this place has some of the best BBQ ribs that you will ever have no madder were you're from. I used to go here at least once a month during collage. Because everyone knows or has...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the first time yesterday. Sat at the bar (and its NOT a full bar by the way), drank some beer & ate ribs, chicken & corn. Very nice. Good price too & great staff.
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome. also get the arrogant bastard ale. good stuff
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmm....love this place! my fiance and i are actually thinking of using this place for our rehersal dinner!
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! and i dont even care for bbq anywhere else lol. the food is super good regardless of what you get. the sauce is PERFECT. i always order the broham sandwich and onion...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone raves about the Pork Ribs, BUT YOU MUST TRY THE BEEF RIBS. They are hands down the BEST I HAVE EVER TRIED.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
900 Yelpers can't be wrong!I had the baby back ribs, beef rib, onions rings, fries, sweet beans and cole slaw. The ribs were great! I am a fan of the pork ribs which were cooked so the meat almost...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All you need to know is that doing the long line is totally worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
boyfriend has died and gone to meat heaven. we decided to take our cousins here based on our fellow yelpers enthusiasm. cousin is a total meat lover as well so despite the long ass line out the door,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best damn bbq ever!! The sauce is my favorite, I could drink it! I used to buy a large side of saiuce and bbq my own food and smother it..BUT the Broham is my absolute favorite.. The baby back ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Baby Back Ribs were initially sweet, but the spice slowly draws you in and creates a great balance. Fall off the bone tender and had a great char. Coleslaw was very good, fries not so good. I wish...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i lived in kansas city for 4 years. kansas city knows bbq and it's nothing like the typical trash you find on the west coast. phil's does an admirable job of emulating the feel of a real midwest bbq...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
been here twice now..this is the place to be if you are craving baby back ribs. but recently i realized most of the meat was a little burnt and too much sauce but besides that, it's really good. they...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What else is there to say? This place is fabulous.
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
RIBBBBBBBBBS! My wallet and I are always happy and full when I leave Phil's.
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ is spectacular whether you live in Texas, Memphis, North Carolina, Kansas City, or any other location that snobbishly puts forth the notion that BBQ is a purely regional cuisine. While it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place deserves my first 5 star rating. They should rename them baby "crack" ribs because these ribs are highly addicting. You will need a year in rehab to break this food addiction. The first...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm still dreaming about the baby back ribs. They were heavenly!!! They were moist and falling off the bone, the way all ribs should be cooked. I ordered both the baby back ribs and the beefy ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place for lunch or dinner. Always a pleasure eating here. Great atmosphere. Glad they opened a bigger restaurant to accomodate the huge line. Ribs, chicken, and onion rings are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend David introduced me to Phil's BBQ and I am in debt to him for this great kindness. Originally I was skeptical, so solicited Yelp's help for a confirmation, then head out to this SD gem. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Make friends in the line and your in like Flynn ;) Super busy and SUPER good!!!! Go for the All Beef Ribs and hit a comfy booth for prime BBQ heaven, your dining on prime real estate now. When I'm al...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The only place to go for BBQ in San Diego. I've never been to big bbq cities like memphis or st. louis, but i would imagine that Phil's would even compete with the likes of them. I always bring anyone...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The BBQ Broham pulled pork sandwich is unlike any other I have ever had. The coleslaw at Phil's is perfectly sweet and crunchy. I can't help but devour every morsel of food on my plate, and that is a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best bbq in town hands down...except the long line. Sort of like waiting in line for a ride at an amusement park. There's even a sign that gives your approximate wait time at a certain point in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
hands down, the best bbq i've ever tried in my own lifetime. ribs are a must try! very tender and juicy. bbq sauce compliments the ribs well. its too bad i live in the northern cali. =/ phils, i'll...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's all about the dry ribs with sauce on the side! The ribs are so crispy and crunchy that I can control how much sauce to lay on there.Wish I could eat here everyday. Too bad they're closed on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's has the best barbeque in San Diego. Prices are average. The sauce is delicious. The portions are huge. You get two sides with your meal. I always get the pork baby back ribs and my boyfriend...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BBQ Beef Ribs? You serious? I'm not even from around San Diego, but this beats the hell out of what I've been eating everywhere else in the California coast, and I'm a huge BBQ fan. However, it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
took my bf here because he LOVES bbq... but he is very picky... but when we got there.. it was kinda weird... we had to find our own tables... which is hard because there was not enough tables, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Thumbs upService: FriendlyPrice: Reasonable, about $20 per personAll our friends from SD or that have recently visited SD were raving about this place so we had to try it this time around. We...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I ate at Phil's BBQ, it definitely met all my standards. My favorite food is anything you could eat with your hands and BBQ. I love love love their beef ribs. I always order their 2...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated! Seriously, considering the amount of praise Phil's gets from Yelpers, I expected food Mecca but left rather let down. I ordered the beefy ribs and chicken combo with fries and red beans....
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Phils, how i miss thee....One of the things i miss most from when i left P.B....I can still taste their zesty bbq sauce on my mouth...Way back,me and my foxy lady used to go here a lot. I know...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't comment on the swine because I'm a vegetarian, but Phil's still has delicious stuff for me too. The veggie burger with bbq sauce is seriously tasty.I waited on the ridiculous line once and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My 2-star review is ultimately meaningless amongst the 960 reviews already here... Anyway, after being on 30' boat for over 24 hours (we caught 12 ahi tuna, 1 yellowtail, and 1 mahi, woohoo) I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with my friends the other night. Boy! what a line, but it worth a wait. BBQ is the delicious!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The line outside may turn you away but it's so worth the wait.
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Was in town to go to Sea World and stopped here to meet up with a friend. I am definitely coming back. We had the beef ribs, bbq chicken, onion rings and tri-tip burger (I forgot the name), but all...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
p.s. if you write a bad review, the "owner" berates you and insults your bbq iq in an emailhe properly corrected me by informing me that they serve tri-tip (actually best when grilled over a hot hot...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great service and even better food. Living in LA, my friends and I still dream about just driving out to SD just to eat some of Phil's BBQ. Get there early to avoid long lines!
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Okay.. Totally "make people wait in line to look popular" conspiracy.... I've had BBQ in Texas, St. Louis, Kansas City, etc.. you name it... Don't waste your time in the line.. It's not worth it...I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
1. great smell of bbq in the air baby2. great staff and service3. wonderful ambiance4. most importantly amazing food.i was so sad cause i was so full that i couldn't finish my food. i had the half...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
line was long but time seemed as if it went by fast. Some of the best servers there who definitely are about customer appreciation and make the experience thoroughly enjoyable!
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some people in my class and other friends that is around the area suggested this place. supposedly "the best bbq in SD"?, I'm a fan of bbq! So I went during a Thursday night. The crowd was actually...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well, I posted a review a little over a month ago, but after thinking it over, I realized it just wasn't fair; at least not fair to BBQ fanatics that eat BBQ from shacks behind houses, where the meat...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a birthday dinner last Monday, which was Labor Day! LET ME TELL YOU!!! The line was cccccrrrrraaaazzzzyyyy! We were a party of 15 and we ended waiting for about two hours. I knew it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is not a waiter service restaurant (you order and pick up at the counter). The portions size here is quite large in which my SO and I each ordered the full size rack of ribs for the pork baby...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BEEF RIBS.....If you have a cravin' for beef ribs, this is the joint you need to check out. Im impartial to labeling places as the "best of the best", but i do have to say that Phil's BBQ has some of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We pull up in the parking lot and the first thing I notice is the line. HOLY SH!T. It's literally wrapping around the restaurant on three sides. Wow. I'm like waiting for a new ride at the amusement...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok some folks boasted best bbq ever.. I beg to differ if sauce is your main ingredient then this is probably the best bbq place by far, but without the sauce your biting into a tender no smoke, juicy...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: Excellent BBQ. Tender Ribs. Just right amount of Sauce. Nice Decor Beers on Tap as well as unique brews Very ConsistentCons: Only one location The WAIT! -_-
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forgive me SafeStreetsNow but despite the EPA its all that smoke that makes you drool and crave a trip to phil's!
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on a friend's recommendation on places to eat in San Diego. It was also close to Sea World, which was where we were heading, so it kinda worked out.The line is super long. There's even a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2.5 STARSLet me put things into perspective, 4.5 star rating @ 1000 reviews?? That means this bbq must like melt in your mouth?!? You guys are taking crazy pills. It didn't and wait there's less....
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pros:--Meat quality is very good--Not too saucy--Pricing is reasonable--Just plain delicious... (My fave BBQ so far in SoCal)--Awesome fries--Super attentive and friendly staffCons:--Super long...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down my favorite BBQ place in San Diego. Seems like most people rave about the ribs, but for me, it is all about the Broham. Pulled pork shoulder, resting beautifully on a bed of slaw, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
900 reviews. This place doesn't need another review, but what the heck, I'll write one anyway. My friend was dying to take me here for the longest time. It is indeed good. I got the 1/2 rib dinner,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
feels good tastes goodeverythings good n chill cept the wait...1 hour? lol that sucked but it cant be helped when everyone knows this is a bomb place.good portions, aite price, im dgo
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So much hype for this place, so I had to try it out for myself.Their baby back ribs were alright. My expectations might have been too high.However, their beef ribs were very good. It's a "fall right...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a gold mine if you are the owner. This is one of the happening spots if you want BBQ. The line to order was wrapped around the building. It felt like I was waiting in line for concert...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's good here! The workers are nice & friendly. The food is pretty fresh, get ready to get a lil' messy-it's barbecue now! The place a decent menu size, but I was thinking more of Southern bbq before...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ in San Diego hands down. If you are visiting San Diego, Sea World, the Zoo, or whatnot, do yourself a huge favor and get some grub at Phils. The broham sandwich is our favorite. The linen...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When I walked into Phil's the atmosphere was amazing. Many people eating, many people taking orders, many cooks pushing the food out. Perfect! Wonderful settings, wonderful seats, TV's bar, drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Meat eating, rib loving, bbq craving HEAVEN.The ribs are spectacular here. If you're reading this right now, all I have to say is just go for it. No more reading. Drop whatever you're doing right now,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What was I thinking ordering the chicken tickler my first time here? I should have ordered their ribs, but I wasn't that hungry and wanted something small and easy/quick to eat. The BBQ sauce that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW, If you want some good finger lickin ribs, literally..come to this place.Visiting friends in San Diego and they took us here. I got the half rib rack, potato salad and fresh cole-slaw. It was a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Man, I hadn't been since they moved from their original location and can't beleive how big it is now. Something reminded me of them on a visit here and I requested from my friend we go straight from...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the price, nothing beats phils. Their portions are gimongous and food comes out pretty quickly. The line tends to get very long but you get to the front in no time. Their staff is also very very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i am not a big fan of baby back ribs.BUT.... Phil's BBQ has the best baby back ribs i have ever had.:)
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place. I found it on Yelp while I was in San Diego and decided to go there on a Monday. But the weird thing is they are closed on Mondays, so I went back on Tuesday for lunch. The line was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Recommended by a friend from San Diego to try this place out. On its website, it says it's closed at 10pm, but I placed an order for to-go around 9:30. The pickup time was minutes before the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let's just say that I don't normally like ribs or barbecue sauce. I initially came in here with family (all of whom love ribs and had heard about Phil's legendary meals) and ordered corn on the cob...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW!!! BBQ doesn't get any better than this. For me, BBQ was always sweet and that was, in my opinion, the reason why people liked it. Nope, not here. This place blew me away with how tender their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Was down in San Diego and a friend suggested that we go to this place for BBQ. He had discovered it the day before and he liked it very much.Now, I'm a big fan of BBQ, but I don't know about waiting...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yelp says a 3 star rating is A-OK. I say it's JUST OK. 2.5 stars.I didn't care for the sauce. The baby back ribs were not fall off the bone tender. The sweet baked beans were also decent....
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my friends who know I am a vegitarian most of the time *sorry*I was forced into eating the chicken and pork ribs at a catered event very good!If, you must eat meat than at least eat some good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard about this place from friends and finally decided to eat there when my family was in town. Now the only BBQ I trust is my dads, but Phils made me add them to my exclusive list. I had onion...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We all have to indulge every now and then, right? The wait is not ideal, call your order in advance up to 45 minutes. The sides leave something to be desired, although the ribs make up for it. Oh and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's is great. Love their tender meat and their sauce. But...try Famous Dave's in Vista. I think they take the cake over Phil's.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Phil's isn't just good, it's "OH MY GOD THIS IS DELICIOUS" good! Run, don't walk to Phils and have some GREAT BBQ. Pros: Friendly people, new location MUCH better than old one, super...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I kept hearing so much about this place. I finally went and it was crazy. That line is long, but it makes you appreciate what you really came there for-- Baby back ribs. Standing in line, you can...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I moved here from Tennessee and few years ago, where in any direction I drove, I could find good Bbq. Here, however, people mix ketchup and vinegar, then call it barbeque sauce. I've actually gotten...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I mean, the baby back ribs and chicken were good, but not 'wait 30 minutes in muggy irritating heat good'.If I needed a fix and opted for the phone-in and pick up, then it may have been a better...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
if there was ever a restaurant that fit the description of "ayite," it's Phil's. the ribs are good, but i don't think 900 5-stars good. bbq sauce is on the sweeter side (rather than spicy). for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just got my hair done at Limon Salon and I was so hungry I went to Phils BBQ. I LOve their meat.And I love my hair too
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's is a great place to go with friends when you're in the mood for for some excellent BBQ! The staff is always friendly, professional, and helpful. The meat is consistenly good - not hit or miss!
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, about sums up this place for me!Came here with our niece who lives in San Diego. She warned us about the long lines, but said it was well worth the wait. We waited about 30 minutes before...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ place in town. Also, not so expensive at all. The crew are very friendly and the ambiance is very cool. Just try their Beef Ribs with fries... You won't regret!!! :-)
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best BBQ I have ever had!! Everything on the menu here is my favorite and I love how casual it is to order it and take to your table. If you love BBQ this is a must try!
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Full tummy=Happy Baby. This review is being typed on a full/happy tummy...I just had the rib tickler...my 2nd favorite thing next to the ribs are the onion rings....Yes...paired with their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't understand how people can rate so low. This place is great!!! SO MUCH BETTER THAN LUCILLE'S. Their sauce is good. All their sides are good. I love their beans. The area is nice. It's the best...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Over 900 reviews with a pretty much overall rating of 5/5. What more can I say that hasn't already been said?Visiting San Diego, we were craving something that we didn't have in the Bay Area. Passing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portions were huge and the place was packed! We had to wait 10 minutes in line which isn't that bad, gave me more time to check out the menu.The ribs were so delicious. Mmmm, I wish this place was in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy! My very first time here....and it was quite delicious. I had a glass of wine while waiting for the order. BF and I phoned in an order...I was sad that to order from the bar you had to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
noting more to say, but THE BEST!!.. meat melts right off the bones... sauce is unique and tasty... Mmmm....
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING MEAT!!!!We went for lunch the other day. I love me some meat.I had nothing but ribs and chicken. So damn good:)We went at 11:30 am and there was no line and we got our food quickly. Staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
911 reviews? What is there to say about Phil's that everyone else hasn't? That it's the best bbq in town? That the rib meat falls off the bone? That you could drink the sauce by the ladle?...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ ever...Ribs, beef, baby back sooo tender. Yuummy yummy and not too rich macaroni salad. Onion rings have fresh ranch dressing..... MMMMMMMMMM Corn so sweet... Wait wasn't too bad on Sunday at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Their beef ribs are huge. When I came here, my eyes were 10x bigger than my stomach, and I wanted to order 5 ribs for myself! Good thing I shared because I had no idea how big they were. The onion...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ has the best ribs in town. The prices are very fair and reasonable. They have worked hard to improve the wait and it is always worth it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the price, the ambiance, and the taste you really cannot beat Phils for BBQ. This place is great. The line is long but they have worked on improving the wait. Don't be scared by the line, it moves...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING!!!Words cannot describe the magical bbq sauce that Phil's has created. Even their veggie burger is mouth-watering as they put fried onion rings on top of a veggie patty. They smother that in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong I LOVE to stuff my face at Phil's BBQ. The meat falls off the bone and my mouth waters every time I think about this place. The service is also awesome and fast. The ranch is EPIC...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Long wait, bigger place, still a long wait, damn good bbq. I'm hooked on Phil's even though it can be argued that they are a little overpriced.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience here in all the years of living in San Diego, only to find out about this place from a friend from San Jose (Thanks, Carmen!). Go figure?!What a coincidence that one of of good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. I love their ribs. It's delicious. Not much to say except to go try it for yourself. LONG lines though.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First thought as you drive up to Phil's BBQ is "WTH? the line wraps around the building?!" The line only looks intimidating but it's actually not all that bad. I think our wait was only like 20...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love, love, love, love it! The only "bad" thing about Phil's is waiting in line while the intoxicatingly delicious smell makes your belly ache for some BBQ! I love the chicken & ribs dinner, yummy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i thought this BBQ place was good. The long line wasn't so bad waiting. I think we waited for like about 20 mins. You order your food inside and it's basically every table group for themselves....
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously? Where are all thes 4 & 5 stars coming from? I need to open up a bbq place...it would blow you all away...and the Yelp servers would go down...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a big fan of BBQ Ribs and this place is the best I've had. For comparison in Southern California, I've tried Dinah's, Robin's in Rosemead, Lucille BBQ, Chicago Ribs, Tony Roma's, and Baby Blues....
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Its very tragic that so many people have not tasted real BBQ. (makes me die a little inside) Phil's is okay for the average, uninformed and certainly unenlightened BBQ eater. This place is best geared...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cheap. Delicious. HUGE portions. Long lines. Cow pwnage on an epic scale. Heart attack-inducing. Phil's.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place.. I usually go in the afternoon, on my days off and avoir the big lines... The pulled Pork sandwich is delicious and so are the ribs... Try it !!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give 3 and a half stars if I could because this place isn't just A-OK place. It is better than that.BUT, I must say it isn't THAT good either.I tried this place with a friend of mine a couple...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Be prepared to wait in line for an hour for dinner on a weekend. This was our first visit to phils and the wait was much worth the food! We loved the beef ribs but no average person should be eating...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure what all the fuss is about. If you like a loud place to eat your big dry ribs, then this is the place for you. Me, I was underwhelmed.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They really drown their ribs with the sauce. I'm from Texas so I'm a bit disappointed that they don't have brisket and the bbq is definitely different but I'm not gonna disrespect a place just because...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a san diego staple. i get their ribless dinner every chance i get. it's even good the next day, which is rare for barbeque. worth the wait for sure. their baked beans are really good and so are their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at nearly every BBQ restaurant in Memphis, Tennessee, from Interstate BBQ of the world renowned Jim Neely to Corky's, and Phil's blows all of them out of the water. Relaying to the reader...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a bbq fan. Phil's makes me forget that.WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!No better place. Amazing. Period.Get the 4 ribs meaty plate. OMG....CMC!!!!!!!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, look. I don't even *like* ribs, they don't sit well with me. I don't enjoy coleslaw either, and generally when people get all excited about "OMGWTFBBQ", well, I just sort of sit there.This was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So my past 5 or so reviews have been "omg, I can't believe I haven't already reviewed this" reviews. Phil's is probably the most shocking one ever!! I fell in love with Phil's BBQ about a year ago,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ is definitely worth the wait. The line on a Sat night extended to all the way to the back of the restaurant. We were comtemplating whether or not to wait when my friends said the call in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place actually lived up to all the expectations. Now, I'm currently on a diet, but I had to take a "break" from it to try out this place. Wow, was this a GREAT cheat meal. We walked in around...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time I came to Phil's BBQ...the first thing I noticed was the huuuuuge line!!! WOW! It doesn't take that long though to order. Service is fast and friendly too! :) Food is very tasty with all...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
888 reviews?!?!? OMG. I won't even read them because I'm sure there's notthing left to say... best BBQ I've had on the west coast. bar none.
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THIS PLACE IS THEEEEEE BOMMMB!!!!!!!!!!!! this has got to be one of the best bbq places in all of so cal... the beefy ribs jus fall right off the bone... beefy ribs in the past were better quality i...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has a some delicious BBQ. We went on a Sunday afternoon, despite the tips from other yelpers. Surprisingly the wait was not bad a all. We got in line and were ordering within 15 minutes....
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. 4.5 stars from 900 reviewers? I mean, it was alright, but that's a bit ridiculous.The ribs (baby back) were quite tasty and the bbq sauce had a good amount of bite to it, while still sweet.The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phils food is delicious and saucy. Only problem is with seating..i wish the staff would help out with finding a table. YUM
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Longest line for a restaurant in san Diego. Worth the wait for BBQ outside the south and bible belt. I wish they smoked it a bit longer.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The barbecue ribs are to die for at Phil's! I love Phil's ribs! I can see why the line to eat at Phil's BBQ goes out to the parking lot.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here a couple of months ago with my best friends, and I must say that I was certainly impressed. Getting there was an ordeal, as Dane Cook was at the SD Sports Arena and the freeway was JAM...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the business. Regardless of the wait, food was amazing. Ask for tall Kenny. Homie is mad chill!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i have to agree with dorothy v. on this one (see her review).this place is not all that it's made out to be. i'm talking about the bbq specifically. both times that i've gone, the line was hella...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place really does have either one of or the best American bbq in San Diego. 4 out of 5 San Diegans will tell you the same. After having it plenty of times after school at Mesa College i'm...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love BBQ.... and so happy that I got to try Phil's BBQ when I was in San Diego last weekend.We went there for lunch got there around 1 PM and the line wasn't too bad at all *so I heard* I ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I almost left when I saw how long the line was. Boy am I happy I stayed. We waited in line for almost an hour but it was so worth it. The people who work there are so nice. They give you menus to look...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite spots in San Diego. Everyone you know has been there or has heard of it.The prices are reasonable, but the food is finger licking good! The meat melts right off the bone for the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ribs and chicken are super good. really long line. not the best bbq i've had, but it's up there.
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I drove all the way to San Diego for a nice weekend off. We did a quick yelp search, which led us to Phils; the review were not wrong!Phil's is a great place to grab a good old BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Props where the props are deserved. this place will get you ripped. no place like phil's to GET PUMPED. You go there after a sesh and bust through ribs, mac salad, and a couple cokes. If the staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to give this place another go about a month after my initial review. This time, I brought my gramps along. And because I love him and don't want to subject him to the Phil's Friday lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SWEET HOLY JESUS, as my son would say. This is the SHIZNIT. Pork ribs are THE BOMB, the chickless is heaven, NO BONES about it. LOL I didn't like the potato salad, I like my own better with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I rated it 2 stars at first, but that was just thinking it was overrated. It deserves a 3. Yeah, the shredded pork is tender. You know what the best way to make pork tender and shredded is? BOIL IT...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
when there's a line... i must try. the baby back ribs here are fantastic and i'm not that big on bbq! the meat just falls off the bone and it's nice and tender... not dry. i was warned that the sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After a day of sailing we ended up here before the "line". All I can say is WOW!! Everyone enjoyed it all.... great baby back ribs, the mac salad was simple and fresh, hugh delicious onion rings and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So good. We got there around 6:30 and there was a line out the door...when we left at 8:45 there was still a line around the corner of the building. Get there early or try and find a seat at the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Get the rib-less dinner its the best value and you get the same amount of meat you would on the half rib dinner. Might also want to think about getting the sauce on the side.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Would have given five stars except for the genius that walked us in the dining area and then ditched us. The lovely warm taller and very funny black woman made it all right. Our busser was also an...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The line was wrapped around the building. Advice: call in and pick up your order. That's what we did and the lady who answered the phone said 'Smart move!!' I thought their food was a little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING! I got here to meet up with family and the line was already out the door at 4:30. So you get in line with your party and order once you get to the front. See the thing about this place is you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's really nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. There is a reason why this place has over 800 reviews. It's definitely one of the "go to" spots in San Diego. The ribs are so tender,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband introduced me to this place. I'm not a huge BBQ eater, but OMG!!! I'm sooooo glad he introduced me to this place! We pulled up into the parking lot and saw a line forming, which...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not usually a rib guy, but I was in town with a friend who insisted on going here. He drove, so basically I had no choice. The line was around the corner to get in but we went to sit at the bar...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is worth the long ass line, The staff is super friendly, espically the host!, I love her. The ribs are perfectly cooked and seasoned, if i could have sex with phil i would. too bad for red...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, since this is almost a weekly spot for me (since I work really close to it) I'm going to lay it on you. Phil's is great, consistently creating BBQ'd works of art. I would recommend this place to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, how I love Phil's for my BBQ fix. I understand that there's differing opinions on what "great bbq" can be---smoked? low and slow? it's all about the sauce? NOT about the sauce? etc...I,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place, the environment and customer service is outstanding! Me and my girlfriend go here all the time and we can't get enough of the ribs here and chicken here. I love BBQ since I'm from...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, at 5 pm, this place has a line out the door! We sat at the bar, so we did not have to wait. The bartender was cool and friendly and they were playing the Red Sox game so that was a plus. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The time: Sunday NightThe location: Phils BBQ in San Diego!The line: only about 30 minutes! It was Sunday night, after spending the previous days at Comic-Con, I was exhausted. My friends wanted to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ehhhh... you're kidding right? why is it that everyone seems to love this place except me? im not kidding when i say this but i asked at least* AT LEAST, 5-6 people what one place they would...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There must be something about a place when there is a line wrapped around the building just to get in. The wait actually wasn't bad and we were in good company. This is not a sit down restaurant,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with four of my buddies and we spent the whole meal in silence I think because we were savoring how good it was! There can be a really long wait outside but it goes by really fast, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I were being executed, this would be my pick for my last meal.This is one of the best places to eat in San Diego. You almost always have to wait in a brutually long line to get inside, but it's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I could make sweet sweet love to the tender beef ribs without burning my 'nads...I totally would.Gawd this place is good...I mean finger lickin I won't wash my hands for 3 days so I can smell like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good and very affordable. The food is given in large portions and can satisfy the hungriest of people. It's so good though, there's often lines to get seated which wrap around the restaurant....
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the price you pay and the amount / quality of food you get....this place definitely hits the spot.Even though this place seems to be always busy, the staff continuously are very friendly. ...from...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
EXCELLENT service/food/price! The wait staff always had on smiles and asked us a bunch of times if everything was good. One even came out to the lines and made some good conversation while we waited....
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Going to Phil's isn't just about eating good BBQ, it's about having an EXPERIENCE. We heard about this place from my cousin . . . who is from Modesto! Now if he knew about this place from all the way...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice - LOVE IT.Long waiting line, but trust me - it's worth it! The serving size can be quite big for just one person, so its really worth it when you share with friends - especially for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone's already said it, AMAZING.I prefer the ribs, broham, or el toro. Don't expect a "smokey" BBQ, Phil's is more of a sweet BBQ. I have yet to meet someone who does not like Phil's. A MUST.
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*Lines and wait time --- Ridiculously fast for a BBQ joint, Order first then pay, find a seat ( we sat a group of 10 easy on a saturday afternoon) and waited no more than 10 minutes for our food...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I could have sworn I already wrote a review for this place, since this is after all one of my favorite places in San Diego. The barbeque is legit. I think supposedly their bbq broham sandwich is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Always I go there after I go to the swap meet at sports arena. It's so delicious, the sauce is a little sour to me, but it's not a matter. I give 4 stars. Because they forgot my order twice before. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Me: " No babe I'm getting full, please no more ribs" (5 mins later me looking longingly at the ribs, salivating) Me:"maybe one more...." (3 mins after that, Face hands and shirt covered in the best...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
my patient told me today people from the east coast( myself) think of food way different than people on the west coast( all of you who reviewd this placeand gave it 5 stars). The sauce was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the wait can be unbearable...which is why you should phone in your order and get the food to go!Amazing food and portions for the amount of money you pay. Thinking about the ribs is making my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is absolutely awesome. Everything I have had on the menu is delicious but my all time favorite is their white meat BBQ chicken dinner with potato salad. YUM! This is a great place for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Are you looking for the best BBQ in town? Go to Phil's BBQ! Their baby back ribs were amazing and the best ribs I've ever eaten.The line to wait was quite long, but it moved pretty fast considering it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ = California's Mecca of BBQ. All outdoor grills should be facing in the direction of Phil's BBQ. I used to work as a chef at a BBQ joint (Bruno's BBQ - don't go there, the new owners...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Phil's numerous times but it was a first for me at the Sports Arena location. Drove up on a Sunday around 12:45 pm and the line was crazy long. None the less my friend and I knew the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST bbq in San Diego!! :) I love Phil's! Though there usually is a line...it's definitely worth the wait! :) Their chicken and ribs and pulled pork sandwich are all delish!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Borderline orgasmic! The line sucks but you're eventually rewarded and always leave happy (and FULL). The beef ribs drop right off the bone.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Huge Tip: Call the order in and eat it somewhere else. I'm too impatient to wait 30-40 minutes for my food.The most amazing thing besides the food is how friendly the staff is even when they are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, This must be the longest line I have ever seem at at BBQ Joint. You feel like you are camping out for Black Friday Sales.Referred to this place by a friend of mine. This place is no frills,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One Word: YUM.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ is definitely one of the better barbecued foods I've had in a while. I ordered the chicken tickler because I didn't want a huge portion, and it wasn't. It was a good for one, with some...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Phil's! The sometimes 1-hour line is definitely worth it when you are in the mood for smoky meat with gobs of barbecue sauce. Here are some must-haves:- Onion rings: Beautifully fried sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place has the BEST BBQ EVER! highly recommended, its pretty crowded. the food comes out extremely fast, which is awesome. the only thing you really have to do is find a table for yourself, which...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just do it. Won't regret it.Tip: If possible, go on an odd hour during a weekday cuz weekends, it wraps around the restaurant.p.s. Pork is better. Don't get beef.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for lunch on Monday. Really good ribs. Moist, tender, fallin' off the bone good. Onion rings were nothing special, the french fries are the homemade version - taste kind of like In-n-Out...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The line is always ridiculous and the prices are semi-expensive. While their food is good, as well as their service, it isn't something to write home about or wait in that long line every single time...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just like the 49ers of the 80's NFL and the Florida State Seminoles of the 90's NCAA football, Phil's dominates the rib joint scene. It's not even close. I'm 29 years old (as of this weekend) and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A family member took us here, and we've been fans since!The ribs are fall-off-the-bone good here, with that authentic taste of BBQ. Portions are pretty good, but I always leave stuffed. The place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i'm impressed - took my parents there and they loved it. which is amazing because my mom doesn't like anything. her only complaint was that they didn't offer bread or rolls as one of their side...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love BBQ - absolutely love BBQ. I do not like the BBQ here. It is way overrated. This place is a tourist trap. If you do not want to wait in line needlessly, call your order in ahead of time to go...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Top 10 thoughts on Phils BBQ:10. MMMMMmmmm....9. Wow! A lot of people of all colors and ages. 45 minutes in line - really?!8. Don't wait in line! The bar is open and ready for you. No kids allowed ...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
11.95 Beefy Rib and Chickless Dinner with large Fries... OMFG thats a lot of tasty food for not much money! Love this place, dont mind the line even at 8:30 at night (40 min) cause the food gets...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply said this place is absolutely my favorite place for ribs!
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ. As of today, there are 4.5 stars. I rarely give out 5 stars so I'm giving this place 4 stars. It is good. The sauce is good. And I'd try it again. But I don't think it is one of those...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's not alot I can say about Phil's that hasn't already been said here in the 800 reviews. So I'll keep it short.Phil's BBQ has the BEST ribs and onion rings I've ever had. It doesn't even matter...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was meeting a few friends for dinner and when I arrived I was stunned to see the line out the door. Luckily, they arrived early so we only waited about 15 minutes for a table. The waitstaff were...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I go here almost once a week and I never go home disappointed. I love everything but especially the beef ribs. I began trying it with the sauce on the side...falling in love all over again!
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome find. Phils gave me fast and personal service which truly is a feat considering the amount of people this place runs through its doors every hour. The food was great, huge portions and a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly folks, I've dined at Phil's BBQ for years, primarily because it's been the only "halfway decent" bbq restaurant in San Diego. My honest opinion of this place is that it's over-rated. Don't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hello July 4th and bbq mm mm, finally I got to try out this place!!The wait was not that bad and the food came out pretty fast, theservice was great. Me and my best friends ordered up some babyback...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love beef, I love pork, I love chicken and you can find delicious variations of all three at my favorite bbq place, Phil's!So glad that those stuck up hijos de puta from Mission Hills complained...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My interest was piqued when we saw a line wrapping around the building one night of our recent stay in the area. 9 times out of 10, when doing a cold search for a good place to eat, the line doesn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can not put into words how good the food at Phil's BBQ is. I've had my fair share of BBQ and consider myself a huge fan of food but I have never had a bbq meal of such epic greatness! As we pulled...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't like it much ..... Not vegetarian-friendly.HAHAHAHAHA. I know. I know. Sounds dumb.But yes, I went out here with my family and I am the only one who doesn't eat meat. So, I ended up eating...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ I have ever had in San Diego, it's just great. Since I've never been to the South or KC, let's say it's the best BBQ I have ever had. The wait is usually kinda long but it's one of those...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last night we tried Phil's for the first time. Actually Phils catered a lunch at my work last year, but I don't remember too much about it so it was a refresher for me. I did a phone order and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The original place was very cozy and I couldn't believe how Philly made it happen. I'm so happy for everyone that loves his BBQ. I love the Broham Sandwich. The combo plate Ribs and Chix . The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely LOVE Phil's! A group of us came here last year after the SoCal Euro GTG, and we fell in love with this place! We came back again after the GTG this year, and it is still one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is some goodass BBQ. Seriously, this is quite possibly the best bbq restaurant on the west coast. You'll be hard pressed to find an open table, but their ribs are worth any tribulation.
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The ribs (pork and beef) are both delicious. The onion rings are wonderful, hot, crispy, melt-in-your-mouth. I've ordered take out from Phil's many times and they have delivered...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are particular about your BBQ and you must insist that it's AWESOME, then head on over to Phil's BBQ because you will love it! There's a reason why it's always busy. The prices are appropriate...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, quick service, and the line, although discouraging, went by pretty fast. I thought the onion rings were a little overrated, the batter was too thick.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best BBQ in San Diego, hands down! Though it's important to note the caveat....in San Diego. There is far better BBQ out there, in other cities, but here we have Phil's. Everyone I know...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know if it was too hyped or what, but the food was just okay... the beef ribs were good. Good texture and taste, but I'm all about the sauce. And Phil's bbq sauce doesn't have it. Must get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've had bbq from the bay area, bbq in texas, bbq from virginia, chicago, even from australia. is phil's real bbq? hell nah. is phil's a place you can get some great food? hell yeah.if you think other...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is probably the best bbq joint in California. When in San Diego I would definitely come here to check this place out. I rented a car for 5 hrs just to drive here to try it. Again, Diane P's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After almost 800 reviews it's pretty much all been said ...Their BBQ is hands down the best in San Diego. But, the crowds are ruining it for me. I never wait less than 30 minutes. Last time I waited...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been living in san diego my entire life...how did i not know this existed! went for the first time a couple weeks ago and it was a great experience!the line looks like it would take forever but...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although not the cheapest place, it's where I go for my fixing of baby back ribs and hot corn. The ribs are falling off the bone, slightly burnt, tangy, and saucy, but not overly saucy. The corn,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
780 reviews! Sheesh.Well I'm sure I'll just be restating what's already been said, but the baby back ribs here are amazing! I have yet to try a better rack of bbq ribs. Super tender (falls off the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mm, Phil's. It takes about 30-40 minutes of standing in line to get your order. You can check how big it is with their all seeing eye on their website.The beef ribs are probably the best value and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't see what the big deal is. I'm not from the mid-west but this food tasted like cheap meat with sauce smothered on top. I'm sure it's great for BBQ but there are about 20 different types of food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
oh, it's good. My husband and I took a southern road trip last year with the goal of eating as much BBQ as humanly possible (yikes!)... when we got home (to san diego) we tried Phill's for the FIRST...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmmm, Phil's. Not the greatest BBQ I've ever had, but it's the best BBQ I've ever had in San diego. I'm a fan of the chick tickler-a whole lot of food for not a lot of money! Go with friends so you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING! I was daunted by the huge line and since this was my first time at Phil's, I almost left to find another place to eat. But I was outvoted 3-1 to stay so we got in line [I think it was about...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What the hell did I know?Prior to this past Saturday - I HATED BARBECUE. I'm from NJ, and BBQ means slapping some burgers and dogs on the grill. Maybe some chicken. Maybe a steak. Not this weird...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
nothing that hasn't been said already!When visiting San Diego, we've only driven by this place, looked at the insane line outside and driven off. But on our last trip to SD, we arrived mid-afternoon...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went one night - HUGE line - can't do that with a 5 year old boy who can't sit still. Decided to go back the next night at like 5:15 got right in no line - woohoo. Line started forming as we were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
just some tips to add...1) beef ribs better than baby back ones: meatier, bigger, fattier2) get the potato salad. if you love potatoes and celery, you'll love this salad3) good place if you want to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Crazy wait times but this place is the real deal. I'd say the average wait is about an hour. If you don't plan on eating there you can always call in first with your order.I think what really makes...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! Phil's is one of the Best! The Beef ribs are like Fred Flintstone Ribs. Crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. he meet falls off the bone. Everything else is great too, including...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are just not enough words to describe Phil's. A few of the words that come to mind are: mmmm meaty, messy, delicious and amazing. The food is really great, and everyone that works there is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A second return and I'm still sticking to my vegetarian guns, my will power must be made of steel. Of course, got the Garden Veggie burger, but with a side of coleslaw this time. Man, this coleslaw...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome service & friendly ppl. beef ribs > pork. potato salad. onion rings & fries w/ ranch. MMM so good
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Get ready for a long line and longer wait. But if you want BBQ, this is the place. I usually call ahead and order p/u. The staff is so nice and friendly and helpful that it throws one off. You feel as...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best short ribs ever! The meat is so tender, and it falls right off the bone! They are not shy with the BBQ sauce, which makes a huge difference. You'll definitely use a lot of the roll of paper...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Perhaps a bit more hype than is necessary, but I would definitely go back.Great for macho men, dads with bottomless pits for stomachs and your all around meat lover. Heck, Father's Day is around the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot get enough of this place!! It is so damn delicious!!The chicken falls right off the bone and the BBQ sauce is to die for!
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let me be Phil's 775th review!LOOOOOOVE PHIL'S. Their onion rings are to die for. The line is not.I went this past weekend and maybe it was because of UCSD's graduations but dammmmn we waited in line...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay Phil -- you've outgrown this establishment! It's time to add on! The freaking lines are killing my man and I! What once was an ever weekend thing is now once a month (if lucky, the bf wants...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the only bbq joint worth going to in san diego when i'm not bbq'n up my own in my backyard.i used to frequent this place when it was on goldfinch - they used to have board games like connect four, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's about time I update and add a star for Phil's. Why? Because for some strange reason, it's addicting. Maybe it's the Sangria, or the great service at the bar. It might even be the fact that it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW!! THIS PLACE IS SO UNREAL.The Ribs are the Best! Best time to go is on a game night watch with all your friends. I get excited about someone saying Phil's BBQ. I think the wait is worth it but...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Phil's BBQ! My favorite dish is the beef ribs with macaroni salad! The beef just falls off the bone. Whenever I am in San Diego, I always have to go to phil's. I am so in love with phil's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
769 Reviews, 4.5 stars? There is not really much else I can write except for the fact that it is just as amazing as everyone else has mentioned. To avoid the line, you should call ahead and just...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We are leaving SD for a bit so we took this opportunity to enjoy Phil's before we leave. Gotta love it. Baby backs are the best in SD.
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really really good, great food and great service... nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In San Diego, this is one of the best places for BBQ. I could do without the long wait, but I guess it beats driving to Texas.I will add, however, that if you've had BBQ in Texas, you'll probably be...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience with phil's was okay.. I excused the average food because I had it to go. Today, I went hoping to change my mind, but all imma say is I hope I went on a bad day because I feel...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's BBQ is by far one of the best BBQ restaurants I've been to. The lines are usually long during night time but that's because the food is so good. Space can be a bit tight on a busy night but the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let's face it, Southern California isn't exactly known for it's bbq, but while staying in San Diego recently the concierge recommended Phil's so we decided to give it a try. Yum! It reminded us of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent service, Excellent Food! I even love waiting in line. They have THE best ribs and on top of that they are not shy in giving you extra sauce and wet naps. Their onion rings are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good stuff. Always a long line and lots of people inside. Food is worth the wait.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a temporary Texan I can say with confidence this place is by far the best in SD.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We just had a fantastic meal (stuffed to a point of wanting to vomit) and decided to drive aimless up north to get pinkberry. The guy working at pinkberry finds out that we are from out of town and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Do not go here if you have plans in the next couple hours. You will be bombed out after eating Phil's! We always comment that we need to go lie on a hot rock, like lizards, after filling our bellies...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the Best BBQ Ribs dinner I've had in recent memory. Great food. Definitely a place to come to hungry. If you're looking for a nice place to take a date, this isn't it unless you're testing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not much of a BBQ fan but this place is pretty darn good. I knew there was something special about this place once I saw the long line. I must thank my buddies for convincing me not to go...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go early, because the line gets pretty ridiculous here. But I would have to say it's worth the wait. Like I said in a previous review about BBQ ribs, I'm not exactly an expert, but I do-so-love the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
So i had to try this place after all the hype i've been hearing. What is wrong with you people??!! that's not real BBQ. i had the beef ribs....they are not even smoked, they are braised in the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's nothing else left to say about this San Diego favorite, so I'll just leave you with a few tips:Check your dining etiquette at the door.Utensils are optional, wet naps are a MUST.Don't take...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I dunnoe... Maybe I have high standards because I was born and raised in Texas where BBQ and steak is a part of everyone's meal 3 times a day... but this place just didn't do it for me. I got the ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We showed up 15 minutes before opening (10:45 AM!) and there were already people waiting at the door. Good Lord.The quality, quantity & prices here are amazing. Was it THE BEST bbq i've ever had? No....
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a big BBQ fan. But after watching Paula Dean quest to find the best BBQ, it made my hubby and I crave BBQ. It was our first time there but for sure it won't be the last. The line wraps...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me start by saying I did not want to like this place. I come from Texas barbeque, and we can be quite snobbish when it comes to barbeque outside the realm of the great state. I was hesitant to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just went to Phil's BBQ for the first time (and I have been in SD since August, what is WRONG with me?!). Oh wow, that was tasty!My first impression of the place what that the line was SUPER long,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Couldn't say it any better than the "YAY! I'm a fan". Been here a few times and am always impressed with the outstanding service, consistent good food,(and plenty of it folks), ambience of happy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Someone slap me along side of my head. . .I've lived in San Diego county for 12 years and this was my first time going to lunch at Phil's. I am a bit jaded as I have been to Southern barbeques where...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm trying to be truly objective when it comes to Yelping. I want to help my fellow consumers like me who really thinks about things like, "hmmmm...should I really eat that?" Phil, Phil, Phil....don't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've written reviews of Phils before. Always a good review. Don't think I wrote about the last 2 times we went, both not so good. Most recent was this past weekend. My cousin, her bf and son were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place smells incredible.worth the 30-45 min line outside.unlimited wet naps.trough style sinks.easy dispense paper dispenser: no hand sensor to wave at.$1.99 unlimited fountain soda, unlike some...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay so I think if you read enough reviews of this place you'll find that there are two camps, those who love this place for what it is, namely a pretty damn tasty bbq joint in San Diego. Or there are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As someone who lived in San Diego during my college years, I think that I have a little bit to say about what San Diego has to offer. And if someone asks me what they have to see, Phil's is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Floyd in NorCal has one thing right - and it's not about Northern California being the mecca of barbecue! (Never heard that one before!) No, he's right on the money about the sauce. What is a BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These guys are awesome. Disclaimer: I'm from CA and am told by many Texans etc. that I don't know good bbq. Anyway, been here several times and loved it. There is always a long line so I learned to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live in the South Bay and it's definitely worth the drive to this place.Like: Beef ribs. End of story.Dislike: The long wait, but that's what happens with popularity, right?Personal note: I've...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really love Phil's BBQ- the one on Goldfinch but this one on Sports Arena is much bigger.We showed up and the line was already out the door and around the corner of the building and the parking lot...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just received the most inspiring Blackberry message (BBM) right now. After months and months of convincing my dear friend Irene S. that Phil's cooks up THE BEST RIBS on this universe, she finally...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is constantly packed with mostly middle aged men, police and navy dudes in their uniforms. They've figured out that this place is relatively cheap and decent food. This being said, maybe...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Huge, juicy, delicious ribs! A must try! Get the beef ribs. They are the best.
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Phil's several times and it's about damn time I got around to writing a review.Easily the best BBQ I've ever had. I have to keep going back..this place is ADDICTING. (I may need an...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
oh man! by far the BEST ribs I've ever had!!! only ONE minor thing you'll have to get through...we we're in line for more than 45 mins! but i have to tell you, it was worth it. check it, so we're in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I willingly make the trip from LA to SD just for phils. Yup, it's that good.Amazingly, every time I go, there's always long line of people that goes around the building.If you want to avoid the long...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a Saturday night, and yep, there was the Disneyland line and parking was a nightmare. The awful thing about the line- every person in line seemed to be holding a spot for about 10...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone and their momma since moving San Diego and learning that I love BBQ, has told me that I have to go check out Phil's BBQ. It is supposed to be the best BBQ in San Diego and perhaps the whole...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Good: Tender, tasty, saucy ribs for a good price including sides that are all awesome! The place is wide and feels like a real barbeque, filled with music and tv's for sports. They make it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved the bbq! You definitely gotta go here if you're in san diego! I went at 7 on a saturday, waited about half hour in line and then couple minutes for the food, totally worth it!Had the baby back...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, the best BBQ in town. If anyone finds what they think to be better - let me know!
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to this place finally after driving by way to many times. I ordered the full rack of ribs with a large side of fries because usually i can eat a ton (about $20 with tax). the portion was huge!!!...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You know a place is good when you can smell it a mile away! BBQ ribs are soft, juicy, and full of robust flavor. Beer battered onion rings are really appetizing. There is always a line for this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So the 45 min wait in line on mother's day to get into this place to see what the hype was all about was definitely worth it. We shared a beefy rib & chicken dinner platter with a side of macaroni...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
yes, they may be highly advertised and such but this place has THE BEST BBQ on earth. lol. Their sauce is perfect, sweet tangy and a bit spicy to every bite into the baby back ribs. I endure their...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum. Yum. Yum. It is ALWAYS packed here and you can smell the food before you even see the location. I have never been disappointed at Phil's - their ribs are always tender and juicy. Be mindful...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i have never waited an hour for bbq before. but it didn't seem that bad with all of the ruckus and crazy people around in the area to entertain you.it was a random saturday night so i guess the hour...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm gonna give this place five stars because between you and me, this is the greatest place to get some barbeque anywhere. Being probably the least biggest fan of barbeque in the past, this restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I cant really add much that hasnt been said already in the 700 plus reviews but I do have a question. Does anyone else miss the old location and felt the old location had much more flavor? Still good,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think there's much more I can say about Phil's BBQ than what has already been said. This place is THE go to for BBQ in San Diego. Purists may contend that this place isn't "real" or...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Owner personally contacted me to discuss my review and how they could improve. What a great gesture.I am Uping the rating 1 star just for that. Wonderful service. I will return and give Phils...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We finally ate at Phil's BBQ after all the hype and it was good. We went on a Saturday and fortunately...the line wasn't too long...yet. The menu posted outside was very helpful; it kept us busy as we...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"He could tell I was only here for his meat."I walked into Phil's thinking this was going to be an eating experience just like any other. The room was bright. There were a lot of other suitors with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This BBQ spot was recommended by my cousin. I yelped it of course and decided to give it try. So we got to Phil's for dinner. Huge Parking lot which is definitely a plus!! The line was out the door...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good. Hated the wait, especially when its cold. My first time there, the dude behind the counter convinced me and a friend to get way more than we needed by making everything sound smaller than it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't know you Asians loved American BBQ so much!
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Thursday night around 8pm, so there wasn't too bad of a wait.Food was good as usual, but of course, I've had better (LUCILLE'S BBQ!).I like their onion rings :)
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVVEEE this place. Large portions, cheap, good, what more can you ask for? A large fry is a whole plate so just split it with someone. The broham is the best. About $10 a person and dont need to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is great!!! Especially their baby back ribs... They melt in your mouth. I just don't like the wait that's why it gets a four. I personally think the hype is a bit too much for the food but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Phil's seems to be the Applebee's of the bbq world. The food seems pre cooked, and the waiters have way to much energy. The bbq sauce can easily be mistaken for sweet and sour sauce, for christ...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The service was amazing. The flavors out of this world. My way of saying thank you is to give you 5 stars and if I could give more I would. Phil's provides amazing customer service - wow. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
am i the ONLY person who is not shit-faced crazy about this place?the only thing this place got goin' on is their fries and corn on the cob. the chicken is served in CHUNKS.. who in the hell wants to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Decent for California "BBQ". However, if you've ever had authentic BBQ from anywhere in the South beware of the following:1. BBQ is not smoked!! 2. Baby-back ribs was slightly more tender than...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Was down this way at a conference, friend o mine suggested I eat here.....WOW food was off the hook!! I had ribs n chicken w/ side of fries and beans. We got there at around 11:30ish and were sitting...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for one of my roomie's birthday celebration. There were about 10 of us, so seating us took a bit considering the line was starting to wrap around the corner of the building.It had been a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is excellent. I don't like their sauce though. It's a bit too "tangy/bitter" I prefer Baby Back Jack's sauce better because it's a little sweeter. The meat is awesome because everything...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, this is some good BBQ! Ribs and chicken are delicious. Service was fast. The whole experience was very memorable, I recommend this restaurant to BBQ fans!! If you're visiting San Diego, don't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
