bluefin2na 0 Posted August 20, 2010 IMO which means very little but here its. standing in line for over one hour, then ordering at a counter then having to find a table, then getting back up to get your order is not my idea of a good place to eat. But i,m a fricken food snob to start with. So, I tried PHILS, once,,, bar b que house in ocean beach will do for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blind_in_1_ear 0 Posted August 20, 2010 standing in line for over one hour, then ordering at a counterthen having to find a table, then getting back up to get your order is not my idea of a good place to eat. So, I tried PHILS, once... X2, when it was still in Mission Hills...45 minutes for ribs to go...uhhhh, riiight....likes his own BBQ better... note*: quote edited for content, which may or may not fit your screen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 105 Posted August 20, 2010 For me I find In/Out on the bottom of the list for FF burgers right next to Mac and Jack. I don't know what the fuss is for In/Out plus there fries taste like cardboard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmayer31 3 Posted August 20, 2010 I found it varies by In-N-Out. I love the ones in PB and Ventura, but the further inland I get the less I favor them; the only exception is on the way to Vegas, sometimes the one near Barstow is all right. Anyhow, after a day at the beach I crave a double double animal style and sometime will throw in a rootbeer float for kicks. However, I'll take any In-N-Out over most other burger joints with a drive through. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted August 20, 2010 IMO which means very little but here its. standing in line for over one hour, then ordering at a counter then having to find a table, then getting back up to get your order is not my idea of a good place to eat. But i,m a fricken food snob to start with. So, I tried PHILS, once,,, bar b que house in ocean beach will do for me. agree about Phil's... of course, the one time I take an SDAR member to my BBQ place, they are selling freaking "re-heats"... so; I should just shut up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted December 18, 2011 Oddly - this comes right after a Phil's post....also not a fan....especially of the wait. PMB posted elsewhere about going to Coops BBQ in Lemon Grove....so I dragged the wife and in-laws there today. For my taste, the best I've had in SD. The meat was tender and moist and a choice of sauces on the table. Smokey, sweet & spicy. 'Tween the 4 of us we had: Jerk Chicken, Pulled Pork, Brisket, Rib Tips, Baked Bean, Red Beans & Rice, Yams (Sunday only), cornbread....& split a piece of Sweet Potato Pie. Complimentary Sweet Tea. Outstanding! Coops BBQ - Thx Paul! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 18, 2011 Oddly - this comes right after a Phil's post....also not a fan....especially of the wait. PMB posted elsewhere about going to Coops BBQ in Lemon Grove....so I dragged the wife and in-laws there today. For my taste, the best I've had in SD. The meat was tender and moist and a choice of sauces on the table. Smokey, sweet & spicy. 'Tween the 4 of us we had: Jerk Chicken, Pulled Pork, Brisket, Rib Tips, Baked Bean, Red Beans & Rice, Yams (Sunday only), cornbread....& split a piece of Sweet Potato Pie. Complimentary Sweet Tea. Outstanding! Coops BBQ - Thx Paul! Ate there this week, had some beef ribs and hot links. Y U M Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted December 19, 2011 Is this another Oil Thread?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 19, 2011 Oil is controversial. Between Phil's "BBQ" and Coops, there is no controversy. Coops is BBQ, Phil's isn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted December 19, 2011 Oil is controversial. Between Phil's "BBQ" and Coops, there is no controversy. Coops is BBQ, Phil's isn't. Agree, went to the Phil's in San Marcos when it 1st opened. Will not go back. CiD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluefin2na 0 Posted December 19, 2011 PHILS SUX Ok whats next? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted December 19, 2011 The boss is taking us to Family House this morning. I usually leave with extras so breakfast is an all day deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simicrintz 177 Posted December 19, 2011 I've been to Mike's in Escondido a couple of times now, and I've had good meals both times. It is toward the west end of Valley Parkway (kind of in a weird area for a restaurant) if you try and find it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted December 19, 2011 I've been to Mike's in Escondido a couple of times now, and I've had good meals both times. It is toward the west end of Valley Parkway (kind of in a weird area for a restaurant) if you try and find it. The first time I went there, I wasn't impressed. A couple of months later I went back and thought that the food was pretty tasty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted December 19, 2011 I grew up in South Jersey across the river from Philly. Best local Cheesesteak place I've found is Philly Franks in San Marcos. They also carry Wise potato chips, Tastycakes, Esposito Ice, Soft Pretzels.....all the fixin's from my youth...... http://www.phillyfranks.net/ They're from Philly and they have Philly sports memorabilia all around the store from my high school years (Back when Bobby Clarke was the star/captain of the Flyers, Dr. J and the 76ers, Jaws and the Eagles). It's a walk back in time for me.....and I love a good Cheesesteak and/or Hoagie. My mother is visiting for the holidays....she flys in tomorrow night.....which means I need to bring some cheesesteaks home on Wed night Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 288 Posted December 19, 2011 "I grew up in South Jersey across the river from Philly" That explains everything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 517 Posted December 20, 2011 I grew up in South Jersey across the river from Philly. Best local Cheesesteak place I've found is Philly Franks in San Marcos. They also carry Wise potato chips, Tastycakes, Esposito Ice, Soft Pretzels.....all the fixin's from my youth...... http://www.phillyfranks.net/ Chris, thanks for posting this link....our office is in San Marcos....just went and got sandwiches for everyone at the office.....great philly sandwich ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted December 21, 2011 PHILS SUX Ok whats next? agreed...well; maybe not SUX... I mean... they take animal flesh and cook it; that is worth something right there... but it is TERRIBLY over-rated. As a quirky little shop in Mission Hills it was ok, but the expansion they are doing?!?!?! (I met with one of the managers the other day, as he was eating at my BBQ place and he laid out the expansion plans... aggressive, without the chops to back it up "pardon the pun") Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eddie 0 Posted December 21, 2011 West Coast BBQ [Formerly Beckers] in La Mesa. Just found out about this North County GEM: Sublime Ale House. The San Marcos location is the larger of 2 - There is one in Poway with a slightly different menu. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted December 21, 2011 Cenote Grill in Escondido. Their Agave Shrimp is one of the best shrimp dishes I've ever had anywhere. CiD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simicrintz 177 Posted December 21, 2011 I haven't been to Cenote Grill in quite a while, but I will agree that their food is excellent. I've never had a bad meal there, and the Sangria is mighty tasty too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daijones 0 Posted December 21, 2011 As a SD import first time I had a fish taco at rubios I was blown away, still a huge fan. Recently found couple of other great fish tacos: Name: Brigantine Type: Seasfood etc Location: La Mesa/poway/other Website: Brigantine Cost: $$ Recommended By: dai Notes: the spicy / buffalo chicken taco maybe even better than fish tacos, try both Name: Cant remember Type: mexican Location: clairmont mesa blvd Website: Cost: $ Recommended By: dai Notes: 99c fish tacos are totally awesome, place is opposite BK on clairmont mesa blvd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted December 21, 2011 Joliet and I are meeting here at 11:30 TODAY for lunch......that's one hour from NOW.....good sammies and they usually have one or two good micro brews......very limited seating (hence the 11:30 meeting time) http://www.boardnbrewcarlsbad.com/index.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blind_in_1_ear 0 Posted December 21, 2011 Joliet and I are meeting here at 11:30 TODAY for lunch......that's one hour from NOW.....good sammies and they usually have one or two good micro brews......very limited seating (hence the 11:30 meeting time) http://www.boardnbrewcarlsbad.com/index.html been eating at the one in Del Mar since forever..yum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted December 21, 2011 Here is the link for Cenote Grill http://cenotegrill.com/ I have found the reviews on Yelp to be pretty helpful when looking at new places to eat. Chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
