I've been wanting to try Phil's for a while and I am sure glad I finally made it there. I met a friend for dinner early - like 3:30 early. The restaurant is quaint with outside seating and a cool saloon type atmosphere in the bar. The menu offers a variety of apps, salads, main entrees and flavors. My friend and I ordered the meat loaf. Upon arrival the slab was a healthy size, sitting on a bed of mashed potatoes and topped with curly onion rings. It did not disappoint. We followed our dinner with their combo cobbler. Yum. Here's the thing, our visit began at 3:30 and I believe we left at 7:30! Phil and staff came by appropriately to check on refills, etc but never "encouraged" us to be on our way. If you haven't tried Phil's you should do so. Food choices and food itself were excellent. Prices are reasonable (there's a cash price vs credit price) and you'll feel like you're part of their family. read more

Absolutely fantastic. This was an E-Ticket ride Where do I startm. The service was amazing.. I didn't even order but just asked our waiter to bring out what he liked.b I wanted the octopus, but was hungry, so they put it in a spectacular fettacini. I really appreciate when you ask the staff what's good and they don't say everything. The Brussels and Mac and cheese was awesome best of my lifem The drinks and the bar is... Spectacular.. every custom drink was an atomic bomb of flavor. The best part was going to the back bar.. wow I'm coming here all the time. The drinks were phenomenal. The food was simply amazing. It was read more

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What a great experience for our first time at Phil's! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with big smiles by everyone including Phil himself. We started with drinks and appetizers: meatballs, a pretzel, tuna tartare, and sliders. Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. My personal favorite was the meatballs the sauce was unreal and fully approved by an Italian himself. We loved them so much that we ordered a second round. We then split the beef stroganoff, which was amazing, and finished with the apple caramel cobbler. The dessert didn't stand a chance, highly recommend!! It was everything we could have asked for and more. Not only was the food fantastic, but the service was outstanding. We laughed the entire time. Our server, Z, truly felt like a friend by the end of the night, and the gentleman running our food from the Midwest--whose name we unfortunately didn't catch was also wonderful and added to the great experience. We will absolutely be back! Thank you Phil for a great first time!!! - Ashley and Paul Sinacori read more

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Such an incredible menu and the drinks are the best! Definitely coming back soon. The back room has a great vibe. Plus the service was awesome too. read more

First time here- it's such a cute spot! Bar in the back and restaurant area in the front. This is family owned! Super important to support smaller businesses and this place is it! Phil was working the bar and checking on tables and helping his staff in all areas and his daughter was one of the waitresses. We had a large group for my friend's birthday and they took great care of us! There is also karaoke and that started at 7:30pm I believe (on a Tuesday). They do have a happy hour and it is until 6pm. I will need to come back to try their HH. Normal hour prices were still super reasonable! Drinks are priced fair- and super delicious. A lot of the cocktails were created and named after their bartenders. Please support this super cute and well run business! We need more places like this to support! read more

Phil’s - Cosmo! - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

You walk up to Phil's and it's an absolutely stunning little eatery on Thousand Oaks Blvd. Their dining room is giving upscale, clean, a little Sinatra vibes. Black and white decor, wine glasses, soft music. I was like okay, this is going to be a nice meal, pinky up. The loveliest staff Caroline informs me that in the back of the restaurant down a hallway is their bar and country karaoke night. Imagine my delight when as I walked back, the entire ambiance changed - the five star dining room slowly faded into a bright red accented bar with signage everywhere, karaoke blasting and a lot of really fun looking people hanging out. Will need to come back for a karaoke night. Here is what I loved at Phil's: SWEET CAROLINE: This passionfruit and vanilla forward martini was named after our favorite staff member Caroline. A sip of this cocktail will definitely have you singing like Neil Diamond. The smoke bubble topper made the drink even more fun. PAPPARDELLE AND SAUSAGE PASTA: 10/10 Hot italian sausage, tomatoes, a cream sauce with basil and parmesan cheese, this dish blew me away. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the sauce was super rich and creamy. A lovely pasta and a dish I'd highly recommend. Ending on my final positive note the service was absolutely impeccable here! Caroline was beyond lovely and as newbies dining here she made us feel right at home, like a regular customer. She was so kind and attentive from start to finish. Caroline gave us the best recommendations and clearly is passionate about the business and her patrons. Every restaurant needs a Caroline, because people like her + fun cocktails + delicious bites will definitely have me coming back. read more

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Yelp bosses is around while on the road and has rarely disappointed us. Except now. Ugh.... Bad bad bad. The $26-$28 meatloaf...wife ordered the meatloaf. It came back looking huge and special. On a little mountain of mashed potatoes. Just spectacular. It took a couple of bites for her to figure out that they had put the giant slice of meatloaf on the griddle top and burned it so bad that she could not even cut it with a knife or stick a fork into it. Into MEATLOAF! They had placed the terribly burned side of the meatloaf facing down onto the potatoes so it could not be noticed, I suspect on purpose to cover their screw up and probably testing to see if someone would actually eat it. It should have never been served. I told the nice waiter all about it. He seemed genuinely sad and disappointed and apologized. I told him it was terribly insulting to even have sent that out and that whoever back on the kitchen needed to be reevaluated. They took that meal off the bill. The energy of this place is great. The bar area is hopping, the dining room looks and feels clean. The staff is attentive and friendly and fun. The food though.... The Mac & cheese flavor was delicious. The Mac noodles were soggy and way over cooked. The cheese was perhaps the best Mac & cheese flavor we've ever experienced. Yes it was that good. Creamy, thick, and you could tell it had lots of real cheese in it by the texture. Overcooked noodles or not I'd order that every day if I could. The $22-$24 or so meatball sub was plain. It was small, the flavor was blah, the roll was not toasted, (which would have made a world of difference), and the bottom of the roll as so thin and soggy I could not pick it up to eat it without a sloppy mess all over my hands and face. On the other hand the cheese (again) was plentiful and good. The tots that came with it were ordered well done and came back not well done but were still good with good texture nonetheless. They may have had 1 bad cook. Fine, I couldn't give them a one star review because lots of things besides the food was still good. Having any restaurant should start with perfecting the overpriced food though. Seems like they have lost their focus and are concentrating on atmosphere. read more

5/5 So Good I Went Back the Next Day! I almost never leave reviews, but this place absolutely earned it. From the moment I walked in, the warm, cozy atmosphere and friendly staff as well as the owner Phil made me feel right at home. The menu is everything you want from traditional comfort food--creative, hearty, and done right. On my first visit, I had the short rib stuffed raviolis with creamy vodka sauce. So delicious I asked for some bread to use on the leftover sauce. I came back the very next day (yes, it's that good) and tried their classic prime rib French dip and fries. Hands down one of the best french dips I've had anywhere--juicy and flavorful. The fries were golden, crisp, and delicious. Also don't skip dessert, I tried the peanut butter tart and apple caramel cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream, both were delicious. Service was just as excellent from Mark on both nights. He was attentive without being overbearing, and you can tell everyone there genuinely cares about making sure you leave happy (and full). Both Mark and the owner Phil made sure we had everything we needed and/or wanted at all times. If you're craving honest, old-school cooking done with real care and flavor, this spot deserves a place at the top of your list. I'm already planning my next visit. read more

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Phil's is so cute and quaint inside. It's casual, but yet romantic enough for a nice couple's night out. The restaurant is very warm and welcoming, and is also suitable for a night out with friends or co-workers. The menu offers a variety to suit different palettes. The prices are not over the top, but they are not the cheapest, either. I loved how the presentation of all the dishes ordered were clean, neat, and very presentable. Now for the food: **The Crispy Brussel Sprouts: This appetizer, topped with cabbage, shaved parmesan cheese, sliced almonds, onions and balsamic, is so amazing and very flavorful. This is a must try! **Traditional Style Hot Wings: I was a bit disappointed because it lacked the spicy hot kick I was expecting. The side of jalapeños made up for the kick, though. **Beef Stroganoff: I loved how the beef was very tender and pasta was cooked to perfection. I just wish it had more sauce because the dish started to dry out as the pasta absorbed most of the sauce. **Spaghetti and Meatballs: 2 large meatballs were very good and very tender. They were tossed with pasta and a nice marinara sauce. My only complaint is the meatballs had too much cracked pepper. Every bite had that peppery kick. **Homemade Meatloaf: The mashed potatoes were very creamy and delicious. Not dry at all. The crispy onions on top added a nice flavor. The meatloaf was good, however, this also had too much cracked pepper with every bite. If it didn't have so much pepper, I would have enjoyed it more! Aside from my dislike of pepper, I would come back to try other items, especially the desserts. The charming atmosphere is enough to bring me back. Hopefully the other dishes won't have too much pepper!! It would also be nice to see a shrimp dish on the menu. read more

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WOW! I have wanted to come here for a long time and The way was definitely worth it! We came here for Easter brunch and everything was on point. The prices were fair and the service was excellent. The food was amazing!! Everyone absolutely cleared their plates!! no leftovers. We cannot wait to come back for a return trip. read more

This is a locally owned and operated restaurant with a bar in the back. The beef stroganoff wit pasta is fabulous and their burgers are out of this world. Super friendly staff and the owner Phil is hard working owner eager to ensure you have a great experience. read more

Phil's in Thousand Oaks delivers on flavor with a few ups and downs. We ordered the schnitzel salad, southern fried chicken sandwich, and margherita flatbread--each dish came out fresh, savory, and satisfying. The portion sizes felt just right, and the food quality really stood out. The atmosphere is bright and minimalistic up front, creating a clean, modern vibe. In contrast, the back bar area feels more intimate and moody--perfect for winding down during their daily happy hour from 3-6pm, even on Fridays, which is a definite plus. One miss was the margarita I ordered--it leaned far too sweet and had an odd aftertaste that reminded me of Splenda. Service was quick and efficient, though not overly warm or inviting. Overall, despite the cocktail hiccup, I'd go back--especially to catch that happy hour in the cozy bar area. read more

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Very cute spot to come get drinks and food! They have a back area where the bar is that's always fun! They have some very cute fun cocktails. I got a passion fruit martini that was fantastic! It was the perfect amount of sweet and tart! I got the beef stroganoff and it was full of beef and mushrooms and the noodles were perfectly cooked as well! The tater tots are always perfectly crisp! Service was great! read more

Phil's was fantastic! The service was amazing, the staff was genuinely friendly, and they were especially great with kids. They made our whole experience easy and enjoyable. We'll definitely be back! read more

Food was bland - we started with the Tuna Tartar just meh. Service was slow and the owner is a bit "too proud" to take any negative feedback. We will not go again, which is sad because we try to eat local a lot. read more

My friends and I went out for drinks, and my friend said this place was good, so we had their happy hour. If I remember correctly, I tried restaurants at this location quite a while ago, and this was my first time at Phil's. When I first entered the store through the door along the street, I was surprised to see no one there, but when I went inside, I was glad there were tables, a few customers, and my friends. Later, I should have entered from the door closer to the parking lot. I only planned on drinking a little alcohol since I had to drive, but I ordered a Red Sangria from the happy hour menu. Unfortunately, I had eaten a late lunch before coming and wasn't hungry, so I ordered The Wedge salad. The salad was a little boring(sorry), but my friend let me try her meatballs, which was good. It was a bit annoying having to come to take my order multiple times, but overall, the service was not bad. read more

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Happy Hour review only: My friend has been talking about going to Phil's for happy hour for awhile! And finally the opportunity presented itself where we all could get together for a bit of happiness at happy hour! The bar is located in the back of the restaurant: you can enter from the front thru the restaurant or thru the back by their parking lot! Yes free parking. The bar has seating at the bar, and a few tables. Including booths great for small groups. Happy hour consist of both drinks and food. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. I had a lemon drop and it was spot on. With my drinks, I had meatballs which were pretty good with too much sauce as the waiter said! Many thanks to the wait staff, twin brothers, for the great service! I look forward to coming back! read more

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Phil'er up! A joyous array of foods for every palate in our party of 7. The service was outstanding and attentive to detail...all with a sparkling smile from the bright-eyed waitress. If the axiom is true about every actor in L.A. starts as a good waiter/waitress, this young lady is Hollywood-bound. Sign her up. This menu is robust. It sports a wide variety - order a few things to split so you can sample around. We started with the crunchy good, well-seasoned CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS. (4.5) Wifey & I dined lite: TUNA TARTARE - fresh! (4) LITTLE HERMAN'S HAMBURGERS - with cheddah!...and grilled onions! (5) There was GRILLED SALMON (4), THE CUBANO (4.5) and BRANZINO FILET for the star of our party - our 91 year old stepmother - that was fine. (3.5) All in all, a great night. read more

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Been here several times. Can't believe that I didn't leave a star yet. Anyhow, excellent food, excellent service and excellent drinks. I always seated at the bar but this time, I sat on the table at the front section. It was more comfortable and prettier. It gave the feeling of upscale restaurant not a bar. read more

After a nice dinner to end the night, this is a really cool Bar to come and visit it's open until 11 o'clock at night and karaoke music in the back. Liana and zane thank you for your energy and amazing service read more

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Hold onto your seat and strap on your seatbelt, Phil's is extraordinary. This sweet little restaurant in Thousand Oaks woke up my taste buds. I ordered the 8 ounce fillet. Cooked medium rare this seasoning was extraordinary. The meat was super tender. My Cousin got the Mediterranean chicken. Flavor was bursting in every direction. Bon appétit. read more

Phil’s - Mediterranean chicken - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Phil's is a must try Bernard waygu cheese burger is delicious. Size of the burger is big and if you're very hungry that will fill you up. The waygu Pattie medium cooked, very juicy, toppings are fresh. read more

Phil’s - Bernard cheeseburger with tator tots - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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This is a great little place right on Thousand Oaks Blvd. you can enter from the back there is sufficient parking behind the building. I love a good wedge salad, theirs does not disappoint. It has a great balance of toppings to iceberg lettuce. The burgers were good nothing fancy. They have great artwork in the bar area and the bartenders are very nice and friendly as usual the rest of the staff. read more

Phil’s - Wedge salad - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Can't go wrong here. They have something for everyone and I love hanging at the bar! The HH menu is great and the regular menu has a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, fish etc. Tonight we had Robert and Blake shaking our cocktails and taking our food order. The staff here are very friendly and make you feel like you are home. *FYI - KARAOKE on Monday Nights starting at 7pm *Thank you Robert for making our night out even better. *Scott - they all love you here:) thanks for the referral read more

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We have been since the first few weeks they were open. Always had a great happy hour and we like the food. The bar can get loud so we just get there early and leave before the noise. We also like the weekend brunch. This is one of the last places in town that offers bottomless mimosas without an extra charge. My only critique is that the breakfast items tend to be a bit bland. The breakfast potatoes and cinnamon roll in particular tend to be dry but that isn't a dealbreaker. We still get to support a local business and get an extra mimosa out of the deal. read more

On an evening to celebrate a friends bday, we decided to try a place we hadn't been before and Phil's was the place! Located a bit off the beaten (busy) path of TO Blvd near the car dealerships, the exterior of Phil's seems charming and inviting. We parked in the back lot and discovered the bar entrance with a energetic vibe! We had made reservations for dinner so we went up front to the host and was seated immediately. With an extensive drink list, I decided to try the espresso martini. It took a few minutes for the table's drinks to arrive but the espresso martini was worth the wait. Smooth and perky (hehe), the martini was a great way to begin the meal. My tablemates enjoyed the Phil's Mixed Grill (steak/taters/veggies), the beef stroganoff, and I had the prime rib dip sandwich. Overall all of the dishes were well prepared and very tasty. Stroganoff was certainly a hit and was likely the dish of the evening. Overall we had a good experience at Phil's. Service was decent but the crowd/vibe was great. Looking forward to trying the happy hour soon! read more

I'm making it clear from the outset that I don't like technicalities being imposed in service businesses. Phil's is a friendly place with good food. I have read here on Yelp, and heard from friends, that Phil's has a great happy hour. I had a friend from high school in town and he was on East coast time and was hungry by 4pm. Great! I remembered Phil's happy hour so we went over. We entered through the back, right into a pretty small and pretty busy bar. Ok, no problem, we'll go sit outside and enjoy happy hour at their tables. Except they don't do happy hour outside, only inside we were informed. This is what I mean by a technicality. We were at a table maybe 25 feet from the bar. So we'd have to pay full price for what we ordered. We didn't want to let that spoil something we were excited about, so we accepted it and ordered what we would have ordered from the happy hour menu anyway. Brussels sprouts, meatballs and sliders along with a couple of simple drinks. The food was good. Service was good. Drinks were ok, not strong at all and not happy hour priced. Phil's deserves 4 stars, but I'm subtracting a star for not having happy hour at their outside tables during happy hour. read more

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Enjoyed so much about our 1st time eating at Phil's restaurant! Really enjoyed the chill vibe, the music playing in the dining room was a cool selection, and the food was wonderful. The food definitely has clear chef or owner chosen ingredient choices and flavors that have character and really delivered! As an added bonus it was nice that the owner, yes Phil, was kind enough to stop by, say hello. The server, Caroline, was an absolute pleasure as well. We'll definitely be back again to eagerly try some different dishes! read more

Came here at 8:40 for dinner. They close at 10pm and I was told the kitchen "closed early". More than one hour prior to closing? Horrible for business. read more

Stopped by Phil's for brunch over the weekend. It was our first time there, and overall, it was a solid experience. We sat outside and were able to park right in front of the restaurant. There's also a lot behind the building if the front fills up. It wasn't crowded at all, just a few other parties. There was one waitress handling all the tables with the help of a food runner. Service was great. The woman helping us was incredibly friendly, patient, and took her time walking us through the menu. One of the coolest features is that bottomless mimosas are included at no extra cost if you order from the brunch menu. My friend went for it and got to try several of the eight different flavors. You can swap between them freely, which was a nice touch. We started with the fries and ranch. The ranch was thinner than expected and leaned more toward a dairy and dill flavor. It wasn't bad, just a little different. The fries were solid and came out hot, but they could have used a bit more crispiness. The sliders were the highlight of the entire meal. They took longer than expected to arrive, but they were absolutely worth the wait. Easily the best thing we ordered. I would go back just to have those again. I also got the chicken club, but I wasn't very hungry by the time it came out. I had already had two sliders, some fries, and coffee, so I just tried a bite. It was a big sandwich and plated well. The flavor was fine, though not something I'd be in a rush to order again. Everything was presented nicely, from the food to the drinks. The music outside was a little loud but well chosen. The chair I sat in had started to unravel, which wasn't a big deal, just mildly annoying. Phil's is a great option for a low-key brunch with good vibes, strong service, and some serious standout dishes. I'll definitely be back for the sliders. read more

Love the food there and it has nice setting. Pretty decent place with good seating and vibe was very pleasant. They have great food and everything was pretty amazing with nice options. The quality was fantastic with generous portions. I came there for dinner last night and I had the Chicken Parmigiana which was really good and well-cooked. The meat was nicely seasoned and it was super delicious. The noodless texture was absolutely great. The wine taste perfectly great. The staff was absolutely good and nice. read more

Great first experience at Phil's! The front room was full for reservations, but the back room where the bar is was open or the front patio was open. We decided to sit at the bar top in the back. The front room seemed quieter and a little more upscale. The back room was a little louder because of the music playing and it is where the bartenders are working. There is also a TV above the bar to watch sports, which was perfect so we could watch the baseball game. The patio out front was also an option, but it felt like it could be noisy because it is on Thousand Oaks Blvd. We were greeted and sat by Phil, the owner, who welcomed us and was very friendly. The bartenders who were working were also friendly and provided great service. We decided to try two of the whiskey cocktails. The Swayer and the DLBF. They were both similar to Old Fashions and both were excellent. For food, we tried the crispy brussel sprouts appetizer, the Bernard burger, and the pappardelle and sausage. The crispy brussel sprouts were crispy without being overcooked. We liked flavor with the Parmesan cheese and would have liked them even more if they had more balsamic on them. The Bernard burger was huge. Definitely a entree that can be split between two people. The burger was juicy and flavorful. The pappardelle and sausage dish was also a huge serving. This dish was not as flavorful as we expected. The hot Italian sausage was not spicy and had good flavor. We liked the burger most out of the items we ordered and would get the burger again. Overall, we had an enjoyable experience at Phil's and would recommend it to others! read more

Phil’s - Bernard Burger - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Last night we went in at about 7:30 and parked in the back. Seems there's always a few of the bar crowd huddled around the back door catching a smoke. We passed thru the lively bar to the dining room and were seated at a nice table against the South wall. Two other tables were occupied. There's a ginormous tv on the West wall, playing baseball. Crooner music played over the sound system. In an adequate time interval the personable server took our order and delivered our beverages: two glasses of white wine and some water. We ordered a wedge salad to share. He ordered the grilled combo and I ordered the stroganoff. The salad, even when split between the two of us, was big. That, and a bowl of soup could have easily been a meal. It was very compact and very cold, crispy iceberg lettuce with a smattering of bacon bits, fried onions, a few blue cheese crumbles, and a smidgen of blue cheese dressing. I asked for more dressing, but I enjoyed the salad a lot. I wasn't impressed with the entrees, though. My fettuccine noodles were stuck together in twos, and my beef was kind of grey, as if steared in a crowded pan. That is, no caramelization. The beef texture was ok but not particularly tender. I think the cut was a sirloin or round steak. I had to hunt to find any mushrooms. The sauce was more like juice from the bottom of the pan, not very robust and rather thin. The dollop of sour cream on the top improved it. Saved it, in fact. The grilled combo was well presented with a 6oz tenderloin steak atop some mashed potatoes and a few shrimp kabob style, speared into the steak. On the side were perfectly steamed carrots, broccoli, and zucchini. My husband is a member of the Clean Plate Club and he grew up eating canned veggies. His palate is not real discerning; he was happy with it. I thought his shrimp looked overcooked. I tasted the potatoes. They were savory, properly seasoned. I'm not sure what the sauce over the beef was, but it was very strong. It tasted like maybe a peppercorn sauce. He thought it was fine but I thought it overpowered an otherwise good cut of cow. We each ordered a glass of Matua Sauvignon Blanc. I know it might be gauche to order white wine with beef, but we do us. The total came to about $130 before tip. It was nice to go out and have somebody else clean up, but for that price I expect better quality. To leave the restaurant, we had to weave through happy bar patrons. There was a provocatively clad female operating a DJ board, which everybody seemed to enjoy. Passing through a cloud of tobacco smoke, we made our way out of the roomy parking lot without incident. It seems to me, the success of this business lies within the bar. Maybe I'll go to their happy hour some time, but I think I'm done with the dining experience. read more

Phil’s - Stroganoff (note the stick together noodles) - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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In the past, we have tried the front dining room and yesterday we tried the back bar for the happy hour. We had great service, great food and an all over great time! They had a good selection for snacks and drinks. The vibe was comfortable and the music was good! We will definitely be back! read more

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Love the design and layout of the restaurant: bright, airy restaurant up front; moody, vibey bar in the back. I was very pleased with the menu selections and food quality. We didn't have reservations but the owner Phil found us a table. We plan to return at a later date to experience karaoke night in the bar :) read more

Phil's has the best of both worlds, because the place offers two distinct features, the front of the house for dining in and the back for the sports and entertainment bar scene. I like that the hallway divides the two places and they have their own entrances so it makes for a cool spot. I'd like to try their happy hour and bar next time. This review is for the dine in resturant affair. Came in on a Friday girl's night out and it was packed. Thankfully, we had reservations and were seated right away. It was loud at first and I was wondering if we're going to hear our conversation, but sure enough once we were seated, we were in our own zone and it didn't impact us. The service, food, and drinks were fabulous. We ordered (2) roxie stars, (2) a lil something, 1 old fashion, and 1 glass of pinot noir - drinks were strong, tasty, and nice pours for what we got. Next, we ordered the brussel sprouts for our appetizer. It was breaded, which I didn't expect because I thought they were roasted, but we all loved it with the balsamic glaze. Then we ordered (3) entrees to share which were the brazino fish, parpadelle with sausage, and swordfish (special) for the evening. They were all a hit but my favorite was the caper sauce on the brazino fish on top of the angel hair pasta. Lastly, we got three desserts to share but we all had different winners. I recommend the apple cobbler with ice cream! We got the creme brulee and limoncello creme brulee which was good too. We got to meet Phil, who was very personable and Caroline, who made our time there very comfortable. Highly recommend this place and if you can't snag a reservation, there's always the bar. read more

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The ambiance was perfect.... Friday evening after a long week, evening sun setting, Buble playlist playing the standards .... ahhhh... feeling relaxed and inspired. We had the Brussel sprouts (delicious), tuna tartare (substituted the chips with lettuce cups), the 1/2 chicken (outstanding), and the Cobb chicken salad (lemon zest for dressing was the perfect way to keep it light). Server was excellent; great energy. Phil checked on us several times. Thumbs up. read more

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I'v tried this place twice. Honestly, I'm so puzzled by the good reviews. The first time I had the stroganoff which was unrecognizable - gummy noodles swimming in a terrible sauce. Years later we want back to have a drink and an appetizer. I ordered the grilled cheese - I mean, grilled cheese, how can you mess that up? Horrible. Barely toasted bread on a grill. White, not toasted. I'd give it 2 stars for food, but the bartender was great. He was sorry about the disappointing sandwich so brought us some Brussels sprouts, which we appreciated. My boyfriend had the meatballs which were truly good. Such a hit and miss experience. I wouldn't go for food again. And no, I'm not a Karen, just honest. read more

Really wanted to like this place. The ambiance is really good. We decided to sit in the back "bar" area. Ordered a couple of appetizers...tuna tartare and Brussel Sprouts. Not much tuna or avocado on the plate...mostly filler. Same with the sprouts...a ton of filler. Steak and fries were ok. Very thin ribeye but it tasted ok (odd the menu says $49 but was charged $50.72). The chicken club sandwich (advertised at $21 but was charged $24.84) wasn't worth the price. Not enough chicken to cover the break....couple of bites had no chicken at all and was mostly bread and lettuce. Same goes with the prime rib sandwich (advertised at $26 and charged $26.84)...meat not evenly distributed across the bread (see photo), a lot of cheese and not much beef...both ends had not meat at all. Au jus was super salty. Service was troubling. Bartender only in that section and he was spread way too thin. Nice guy but when you are spending close to $200 for a meal for three that is not right. Ordered a beer when we sat down and was asked if I wanted another after I was done with the meal. We felt bad for the guy. In the end the place was super pricey and not worth the value considering the meal quality and a dual-hatted bartender/waiter. We didn't catch the advertised price and actual price difference until we got home. That should never happen. Lastly, they advertise...but, we're out of both Chopin and Tito's. read more

Phil’s - Meat covered 75% of bread...but not the cheese (it covered it all)! - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Awesome place!!Great food and drinks!! The owner is fantastic! Highly recommend this spot! read more

Phil’s - The Sawyer at Phils! - American Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California