Philippe The Original

"Legend has it that Philippe The Original invented the French dip sandwich. While we can’t prove that, we can prove that this handheld meal is much more filling than some overpriced hot dog. On weekends or during Dodger games, you’ll have to stand in a fast-moving line for one of their hot sandwiches loaded with pastrami, roast beef, or turkey on a crusty French roll. We always order ours with a slice of Swiss cheese, which helps the sandwich stick together even after a long jus soak (ordering your sandwich "wet" is non-negotiable). " - sylvio martins, nikko duren

"There is debate over who originated the world’s first French Dip in 1918 (we see you, Cole’s). But before any Dodger Game, Philippe the Original fills up with blue and white jerseys. Everything is made to order, especially the beef double dip with jus. Always take a generous spread of Philippe’s house-made mustard on the sandwich, the balance of the jus and the heat is beyond perfect." - Matthew Kang, Mona Holmes

"Movie Pairing:House (HBO Max) “Not to be confused with the Fox medical drama where Hugh Laurie chewed up the scenery, House is a Japanese cult comedy/horror film from the ’70s where it’s the titular home doing the chewing. Of teenage girls. Who are vacationing at a mysterious woman’s old mansion. Or something. The plot doesn’t really make much sense, most of the actors are amateurs (at best), and the special effects aren’t very special. But none of that matters; House is more of an experience than a scary movie, and despite its shortcomings, it’s been surprisingly influential on the past four decades of horror films. So, uh, in keeping with that spirit, order takeout from Philippe The Original, (probably) the creator of one of the most influential sandwiches of all time - the French Dip. Get it double-dipped, or forever be banished to a spooky haunted house.” - James Montgomery Watch the trailer." - brant cox, kat hong, brett keating, james montgomery

"Legend has it that Philippe The Original invented the French dip sandwich. While we can’t prove that, we can prove that this split-level sandwich spot in DTLA is one of the longest-running businesses in the city, having continuously operated since 1908. On weekends or during Dodger games, you’ll have to stand in a fast-moving line for one of their hot sandwiches loaded with pastrami, roast beef, or turkey on a crusty French roll. We always order ours with a slice of Swiss cheese, which helps the sandwich stick together even after a long soak up the rich jus (ordering your sandwich "wet" is non-negotiable)." - brant cox, nikko duren, garrett snyder, sylvio martins

"The beef double-dipped, with a side of spicy mustard and a pickle "This is actually one of the first sandwiches I ever had in LA. I got the double dip with spicy mustard that burns your nose when you bite into it, with the pickle, too. The place itself is f**cking awesome. With all the decor, you can tell it's been around for ages. But then the sandwich itself too, it's just classic. It's so good. If you're eating there—if you're getting a dip sandwich, do not get it to go, or you're just gonna be eating the soggiest bread—I want that thing dripping everywhere, super sloppy, hence the double dip. You're just getting more flavor really. That's a personal preference." - brennan carley