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    Phil's BBQ

    4.2 (952 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Good for kids

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    Love the restroom sign.  Gentlemen, if you want a happy marriage remember this sign, even if your spouse is wrong, which mine never is...
    Steven S.

    My sister and I went to this place for lunch. It was her recommendation. When you walked in, you can smell the smoke. That is always a good thing. We both ordered the rib tips or riblets with different sides. The ribs were a little bit dry. It could've been that we were there at the end of the lunch rush and can get leftovers. Our other sides were great. They had an IPA that was their special. It was a very tasty IPA, and was recommended by the young lady taking our order. This is not table service. You walk up, get in line, and place your order. All in all, I would give it a 4.5 simply because the rib tips or riblets however, you wanna call them or a little bit dry.

    Burger, sausage, boneless ribs, pastrami fries
    Angelina S.

    We were so thrilled to find a Phil's closer to LA and the dog friendly patio was a huge plus. The food was heavy, decadent, saucy and meaty-- everything you want in a mid tier bbq chain. I usually forget about any accompanying sausage links at at bbq joints but this was so juicy and bursting with flavor it might have been better than the ribs. The fries needed a little stirring to get the pastrami mixed in otherwise they were pretty sad a little stale fries but altogether a great side dish. The bbq sauce was great and the ribs were largely tender save for a couple dry pieces. The portions are also massive so don't make the same mistake as we did in getting all this food for 2 people with very little space in the hotel mini fridge

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    Sherry J.

    I stopped in for lunch while waiting for my dog to finish his grooming appointment nearby, and I'm so glad I did! I chose the walk-up, self-service ordering area instead of the full-service dining room, and I'm really glad I did. The woman who took my order was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. Since it was my first visit, I had a few questions, and she took the time to explain the menu and recommend some of her favorites without making me feel rushed. Her suggestions were spot on and really made my decision easy. I ordered the Rib Tickler and also decided to add their Link & Drink special. I normally wouldn't have ordered the sausage, but I'm so glad I did! It was smoky, juicy, and reminded me of a really good kielbasa. It ended up being one of my favorite parts of the meal. The onion rings were perfectly crispy, the BBQ was flavorful, and the portions were huge. I only ate about a quarter of my meal before I was completely full, so I'll easily get two or three meals out of it. The restaurant was clean, there was plenty of parking, and the whole experience was excellent from start to finish. If you're looking for a casual BBQ spot with generous portions, friendly service, and delicious food, Phil's BBQ is definitely worth a visit. I'll absolutely be back!

    Pretzel with cheese
    Britney M.

    That corn bread be hitting!!! Oh my gosh. I am obsessed with the cornbread at Phil's BBQ. It is by far the best cornbread I have ever had! I didn't know I liked cornbread before Phil's LOL now I know that I like it, just only like it at Phil's lol My husband also loves the cornbread. The maple butter is aaaaaaaamazing on top too! I could eat this all day. We brought the leftovers home and my husband and I were fighting over the last piece! I'm not even joking lol That being said, I also ordered some cheese fries. I also ordered the giant pretzel with cheese. The pretzel wasn't bad. The cheese that came with it was fire. I used that cheese and poured it on my fries to make that better. It was bomb! I did eat some of the pretzel, it was soft on the inside and warm. I would order the cheese fries again, but do the cheese sauce from the pretzel on it instead of grated cheese. My husband ordered one of the rib combos and he enjoyed the ribs. He didn't care for the macaroni salad much though. We both wish that Phil's BBQ had a macaroni and cheese. They really need to add it to the menu. That as a side, would be much better! Service was fine. You walk up to order and go up to get your food, when it's done.

    Loaded fries
    Alice C.

    Got the loaded tri tip fries and they were amazing! Great portions (huge) but good balance of fries, tri trip, cheese and diced onion! Service was very quick and interior is very casual! Good for families, big groups, or just a time for watching sports games!

    Joy T.

    Been here before and I always looked forward to their chicken wings! Ordered the 10-pc wings and Baby Back Rib Tickler (3-pc juicy ribs smothered with BBQ sauce, coleslaw, French fries and 3 pcs of onion rings) paired with a glass of wine and beer for me and hubby. Service was great by 2 bartenders who, even busy serving at the bar, tended to customers outside the bar. Ambiance is cool and family friendly! Happy hour is the best!!!

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    David M.

    Food and service is always on point here at a fair price , always grab a bottle of bq to take home !

    Suzie B.

    Fantastic 10/10. Thank you Xavier, Billy, Kells, Jordan, Adree all for being amazing servers and staff, management. All our food is amazing and made to order each time. We really enjoy our visits. Thank you all so much

    Virginia A.

    I LOVE me some Phil's BBQ!!! Been a fan for years! I used to drive all the way from Palm Springs to San Diego just to get my fix at least once a year before I made the move to Los Angeles So when I found out they opened a location in Temecula, you already know I had to pull up for some ribs!!! Service was great, and the food was finger-licking GOOD I'm honestly shocked if I ever have leftovers! It's always a great time at Phil's never disappoints Just a heads up: make sure you give yourself plenty of time because it's ALWAYS busy! Expect lines out the door, but trust me... it's worth it

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    Stephanie L.

    Stopped by the newer Phil's BBQ on our way home from San Diego. The original Phil's BBQ is actually in San Diego. This establishment gives casual bar and table seating. The bar area is full service but outside of the bar, you order food and then find seating. There is a lot of seating but hosting large parties could be tricky because of this. The service received was great. I even appreciated our server letting me know my cocktail wasn't going to look like the picture, and it didn't! He brought us everything we requested. Now let's get to the food! They have a nice selection of bbq food options and sides. I opted for the baby back tickler (no substitutions) for $13.99. It comes with 3 baby back ribs, coleslaw, fries, and two onions rings. You have the choice of sauce on, on the side, or both. They will also give you ranch. Bae got the el toro fries with sliced tritip for $13.99. FYI - if you're someone who doesn't like things saucy, get your sauce in the side! The fries were drenched in sauce and it made it difficult to taste anything but the sauce. The meat was thinly sliced. I wish the meat slices were a little thicker, especially with that over powering sauce. Outside of that, the meat was tender and the sauce is a little sweet, tangy, and hits you with a little heat at the end. The baby back ribs were fork tender but not fall off the bone. The beef rib meat was tender but not fall off the bone. I noticed it still had tendon on it and that could be why some pieces were a little touch and chewy. The coleslaw is a nice refreshing bite between your bites of bbq beef. The onions rings are beer battered and crispy. My only critique is they were crazy oily. The fries were cooked fresh and not over seasoned. I do suggest asking for them hot or extra crispy because I heard they're not always hot. I definitely enjoyed Phil's. The meat had a nice char and smokiness. Plus their bbq sauce was great. Let Phil's be your next BBQ try!

    Chickless with coleslaw and fries, and a spiked Arnold Palmer.
    Alison W.

    I love coming to Phil's BBQ. Price for food and drinks is great and it never disappoints. The BBQ wings are one of my favorite things to order. Most cocktails are under $10 which is unheard of now. Highly recommend!

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    Yanet H.

    The food always good here. We do our usual the beefy rib dinner and the rib tickler! Service is the best and so is Christopher at the bar! Ambiance is great, good music and always playing the sports in the bar area! Great bbq always and service

    Everything was good
    L M.

    Went in on 6-29-26 at 9pm to pick up some takeout. The manager was super nice. Service was great and of course the food is amazing. There was a soccer game on and it seemed like everybody was having a great time! We will have to come back and catch a game here.

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    Excellent food always have eaten at Phil's for many years and it's always consistent and delicious

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    Best wings in town and best service in town!! This place has ruined the possibility of liking wings anywhere else.

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    Ask the Community - Phil's BBQ

    Is there dogs friendly?

    Hi Lily, Our patio is dog friendly! :)

    Do you do catering order for Christmas?

    Hi Jeremy, We are closed on Christmas day but we can do a blast chill order for you to pick up on… 

    Do you guys open for Halloween?

    Yes - open until 9:00 PM today!

    Do you take reservations? If not how long is the wait on a Sun morning 11AM?

    No.... No reservations needed

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Yes! Hope to see you soon!

    Do you have gift cards available?

    Hi! We do! We sell them in the restaurant or online on our website.

    What is specifically in the beef rib family meal and what is a whole rack beef ribs consist off? How many bones are considered a full rack of beef ribs, please?

    A full rack of beef ribs, 1 whole chicken, sausage links, two sides, large garden salad, cornbread and cookies!

    Is the food safe for people with peanut allergies ? I will call also but wanted to ask?

    Hi Amie, Our allergen menu can be found on our website here:… 

    Do they have brisket?

    We don’t have brisket but we do have deli sliced tri-tip!

    Whats the business number?

    951-296-1000. Please note that when you arrive, there may be a line and you will have to wait in the line for your order, even if you have placed it over the phone. To ensure your food is hot and fresh, we don’t package it until you’ve arrived to… 

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