Oh my. I've walked by this place tons of times, and hadn't even poked my head in. It's so unassuming. However, my boss wanted to initiate me into the Phil's club, and off to lunch we went.
Apparently it's a NY style deli, and that's fine by me. Things like pickles, reubens, and all kinds of sandwiches to suit just about any palate. Very low-key and not fancy at all. It's kind of a "seat yourself and pay at the register after your meal" kind of place. Not many places are still like that.
I ordered a grilled pimiento cheese sandwich of some form, and it was delicious. Creamy, melty, and with tomato. I was a happy girl. My side of pasta salad was happily mediocre.
Our booth was kind of near the door, so I stayed cold the whole time. Not a huge deal, but people are in and out of this place so fast, I felt the draft more often than not.
If you're into the sandwiches with loads of meat in the NY fashion, Phil's is the place for you. And if you feel divided on the issue, there are also some salads to be found.