This place is just a gem! I won't visit San Diego without going there. I have BBQ from all over the states and this place ranks among the best! If you think that you have to get ribs and pay a lot of money, you are incorrect. They have huge delicious sandwiches for a very reasonable price. Go during lunch... more

A great place for BBQ - if you don't mind the long wait of lines outside the door. My son is a baby back rib afficionado and he loves this place. My wife and daughter loved the brisket. The potato salad side dish was great. You stand in line and ponder upon the varied selection of BBQ items reading from... more

Without a doubt, this is the BEST BBQ not only in San Diego, but the U.S. :) more

The line is bogus, they need to do something about the seating situation, because they are about to lose another star. more

I can see why it is number 1 ..it deserves it. When we arrived there was a line outside the door but this cleared in about 15 minutes. It was definitely worth the wait as the food was brilliant. It is so good that you tend to overeat , in my case anyway! Worth the trip alone to taste those... more

My wife, family and friends frequently patronize Phil's BBQ on Sportsarena. The facility is great and the service usually excellent. Love the ribs! They also have a great turkey burger, check it out. No meal is complete without the best onion rings in San Diego, make sure to order them. I personally don't care for the macaroni salad and I... more

soooooo good! more

My wife and I tried this place during our last trip to San Diego, and I loved it! Had the BBQ beef ribs and chicken--both delicious! And generous portions too. more

Good food that is ideal for a big group. Baby back ribs rule, and the chicken is killer. Sides are kinda weak, especially compared to the entrees but I thought their onion rings were amazing. more