Phil's BBQ

Great legendary place. I was introduced to this place almost a decade ago by a really good friend. The quality of the food and the serving sizes have not changed. The food is amazingly delicious and rich. Not for the faint of heart. Customer service is always excellent and the line moved pretty fast. Would definitely visit again when in the area.

For a restaurant to boast about being the most reviewed, they surely have to stand behind that and have full confidence that they actually are that good. That being said, their food was amazing. They give you large portions that you can eat family style or share. The service was a friendly and took about 10 minutes to get my food. This place is very popular And it could prove difficult to find a seat, however, there are a lot of seats available. You can order to go if you want to just call ahead and place an order. The food is very flavorful and definitely worth every penny. Highly recommended, and I will return when I am back in the area

The system, vibe and general atmosphere here is amazing!! Its fast even when full, the waiters are friendly and food is good. I however cannot give 5 stars because half the ribs had a black crust (burnt) and some were a bit dry. Prices are all decent except for the ribs. Would still recommend everyone to try.

Of course there's a line out the door, but don't let it deter you. It's the line to place your order. Find a table and your food is ready fairly quick. This place definitely met expectations. Friendly staff throughout, like Alyanah who is very kind, helpful and patient. We tried as much as possible. Half rack of baby back with sweet baked beans and macaroni salad. The ribs are a bit charred on the surface, they're tender, but not necessarily "fall off the bone." Ordered ribs and chicken meal with 2 small sides: crunchy coleslaw and creamy potato salad. Chicken leg was a bit dry but I guess that's why you have that tangy and sweet BBQ sauce. Ordered loaded Broham fries: a plentiful portion of pulled pork over cheesy fries. Side order of sausage had that great snap when you bit into it and ever so slight kick. We opted for sauce on the side for all items to properly taste the meat then added sauce to compliment or assist dryness. The best accompaniment to all was the cornbread. Its like a dense cake with corn kernels and sweetness (maybe made with creamed corn). The maple butter is a nice touch. Everything was delicious!!

First time here and I really enjoyed it. Our party took up a long sized table. I ordered the quarter chicken. The meat was so delicious and tender. I was actually surprised how delicious. A great price. The leftover potato salad is almost another meal!

I hadn’t been back here in years and it was exactly as I remembered…Absolutely Amazing! The atmosphere here is so chill and just eat and be yourself. The food of course is the star of the show. I came for the famous beef ribs and they did not disappoint. The staff was super friendly and came by to check on us at least 4 times. Great experience, great food, great service, I’ll definitely be back again the next time I find myself in San Diego.

From start to finish, our experience at Phil's BBQ was nothing short of amazing. The service was top-notch, with a staff that was not only friendly but extremely helpful. They went above and beyond, ensuring that we felt welcomed and cared for throughout our meal. The portions were generous—so much so that we had to get a to-go order for leftovers because we simply didn’t want the incredible food to end! And let’s not forget the drink prices—they’re unbeatable, adding even more value to an already outstanding experience. The atmosphere, while lively and bustling, somehow managed to be electric rather than chaotic, creating a fun and energetic vibe. It’s the perfect place to enjoy great food with a positive and upbeat environment. As Canadians, we’re thrilled to have discovered Phil’s BBQ, and we’ll definitely be bringing our family back on our next trip to San Diego. The cherry on top was the warm, personal well-wishes from the staff as we left. It’s those little touches that make a huge difference, and Phil's does them all. If you're in the area, don’t miss out on this gem. Phil's BBQ has earned two new lifelong customers! We can't wait to hit the location at the airport on our way home this weekend!

A standard stop on any of our trips to SD. Been going for an unknown amount of time and it’s become almost tradition for us to stop at this Phil’s location before we drive home from SDCC. We eat there and also take some Togo orders. Food is good days later Parking is very easy at this location and the place is always clean. Plenty of seating and on thing that always stands out is the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff here. Tip: when you order you can order, I recommend you order with Sauce on the side. They dont necessarily drench the proteins in sauce, but I like to have some control of how much sauce I add. For orders, we always get the three beef rib dinner (my personal bias), and full baby back rib dinner. The dinners include two small sides or one larger side. One of the dinners, we’ll add the link & drink. Both ribs are tenders, pretty much come off the bone. Side recommendations, after years of coming here, my two favorite sides are easily the macaroni salad and Cole slaw. Those are pretty much our go to sides Get the colossal onions rings. While portions of these gotten smaller over the years, they’re still delicious Other portions are fair for the prices in my opinion. Staff is generous if you ever need more bbq sauce or ranch, feel free to ask! This place will always be part of SD trips!