Ribs, Chicken & Sandwiches
Mesquite-grilled to perfection. Every item comes with your choice of two small sides or one large side. Portions so generous, you'll need extra napkins.
Baby Back Rib Dinners
Full Rib Dinner
10 to 12 Bones
Our signature mesquite-grilled baby back ribs. Fall-off-the-bone tender with our famous sauce. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Half Rib Dinner
6 to 7 Bones
Perfect for a lighter appetite. Still loaded with flavor and generously portioned. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Quarter Rib Dinner
4 Bones
A taste of our signature ribs without the commitment. Great for trying multiple dishes. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Beef Rib Dinners
Beef Rib Dinner
3 Bones
Massive, meaty beef ribs with that legendary fall-apart texture. A true centerpiece. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Add a Beef Bone
$10.49Want more? Add an extra beef rib to any meal. Perfect for sharing or for those with a serious appetite.
BBQ Chicken Dinners
Half Chicken Dinner
$16.99Char-grilled and glazed with our signature sauce. Juicy, smoky, and perfectly sized. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Half Chicken (All White Meat)
$17.99Prefer white meat? We've got you. Premium all-white breast meat, mesquite-grilled. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Quarter Chicken Dinner
$13.99A lighter option with all the flavor. Includes 2 small sides or 1 large side.
Sandwiches
*May take 8–10 minutes to cook. Worth. Every. Minute.
BBQ Broham
$13.49Pulled pork shoulder, seasoned and char-grilled, on a bed of crisp coleslaw, topped with our legendary BBQ sauce. A sandwich that demands respect.
El Toro
$13.99Deli-sliced tri-tip, char-grilled and topped with our signature sauce. Lean, tender, and absolutely loaded with flavor.
Phil's Sausage Sandwich
$11.991/3 lb. sausage link, BBQ'd and topped with pepper jack cheese, coleslaw, chopped onion, and our sauce. Simple. Smoky. Satisfying.
BBQ Cheeseburger
$12.991/2 lb. double burger, char-grilled, topped with cheese, an onion ring, and our BBQ sauce. A burger that means business.
Phil's Cheeseburger Po'Boy
$13.991/2 lb. double burger, char-grilled, topped with smoked honey bacon, fresh-cut fries, cheese, grilled onions, and BBQ sauce. The works.
The Philibuster
$15.991/2 lb. double burger, char-grilled, topped with smoked honey bacon, BBQ Broham (pulled pork), cheese, an onion ring, and sauce. This is not a drill.
BBQ Chicken Breast
$11.99Char-grilled and topped with our BBQ sauce. Lettuce and tomato available upon request. A lighter, leaner choice.
BBQ Turkey Burger
$11.99Char-grilled, topped with cheese, an onion ring, and BBQ sauce. A healthier take on our sandwich lineup.
BBQ Garden Veggie Burger
$11.99Char-grilled, topped with cheese, an onion ring, and BBQ sauce. For our vegetarian friends who still want that smoke.
Add Bacon to Any Sandwich — $2.99. Because bacon.
Phil's Ticklers®
The best of both worlds. Every Tickler includes 2 onion rings, coleslaw, and fresh-cut fries.
Baby Back Rib Tickler®
3 Bones
Our signature ribs with sides and fries. A complete meal at a great price.
Beefy Rib Tickler®
1 Bone
One massive beef rib with all the fixings. Impressive and satisfying.
Chick-less Tickler®
$12.49Chunks of white breast meat chicken, seasoned and BBQ'd. Lighter, still loaded with flavor.
Sausage Link Tickler®
$13.49Smoky, savory sausage with all the trimmings. A quick, hearty meal.
Rib-less® Tickler
$13.49The great taste of our baby back ribs without the bones. All flavor, no mess.
Want to explore sides, family meals, and our full bar? We've got so much more.
Sides, Combos & More
Build your perfect meal with our shareable sides, family feast packages, and specialty items. Whether you're feeding two or twenty, we've got generous portions and value that'll impress.
Family Meals
Baby Back Rib Family Meal
Serves 4–6 people
Includes:
- Full rack of baby back ribs
- One whole chicken
- Sausage links
- Large garden salad
- Two large sides
- Homemade cornbread with maple butter
- Cookies
Beefy Rib Family Meal
Serves 4–6 people
Includes:
- 5 beef rib bones
- One whole chicken
- Sausage links
- Large garden salad
- Two large sides
- Homemade cornbread with maple butter
- Cookies
Side Options: Sweet Baked Beans, Fresh Coleslaw, Potato Salad, or Macaroni Salad. No substitutions.
Sides & Extras
Small Sides
Fresh cut fries, sweet baked beans, fresh coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad
$3.75
Large Sides
Baked potato, corn on the cob, steamed veggies, fresh cut fries, sweet baked beans, fresh coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad
$4.75
Colossal Onion Rings
With homemade buttermilk ranch dressing (serves 2–3)
$9.99
Phil's Loaded Broham Fries
Fresh cut french fries, sharp American cheese, BBQ sauce, chopped onions, and Broham (pulled pork)
$12.99
Phil's Loaded El Toro Fries
Fresh cut french fries, sharp American cheese, BBQ sauce, chopped onions, and El Toro (deli sliced tri-tip)
$13.99
Homemade Cornbread
Made fresh daily 'til we sell out. Served with maple butter. Feeds 3–4.
$6.99
Giant Pretzel
Served with ranch, cheese, or mustard
$9.99
Fresh Giant Pickle
A crisp, satisfying side
$2.69
Phil's Famous Cookies
Double Chocolate Chip (3 pack)
$3.49
More Meat? Add It to Any Meal
Perfect for Groups & Families
Our family meals and shareable sides are designed to feed a crowd without breaking the bank. Order ahead for catering, or grab a feast for your next gathering.
Generous Portions, Genuine Value
We're known for giving you way more food than you expect. Mix and match sides, customize with add-on meats, and build the meal that's right for you.
Full-Service Bar & Beverages
Pair your mesquite-grilled ribs with signature cocktails, craft beers, wine, and more. Phil's isn't just about the food—it's the complete San Diego dining experience.
Happy Hour
Monday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM
Signature Cocktails
Espresso Martini
$8.00Busa, Teremana Anejo and Owen's Espresso Martini Mix
Mango Margarita
$8.00Housemade mango infused Teremana tequila with fresh limes, mango juice, and Grand Marnier float
Prickly Pear Margarita
$8.00Prickly pear, fresh lime juice with Casa Noble tequila
Strawberry Vodka Lemonade
$8.00Housemade infused strawberry vodka with fresh lemons
Whistle Pig Mesquite Smoked Old Fashioned
$8.00Smoked Whistle Pig bourbon, Whistle Pig maple syrup, and an orange peel
Whistle Pig Mesquite Smoked Whiskey Sour
$8.00Smoked Whistle Pig bourbon, citrus, and bitters
Phil's Hawaiian
$8.00Bacardi Superior Rum, pineapple, orange juice, and dark rum float
"The Rock" Reposado
$8.00Teremana Reposado and fresh lime juice
Watermelon Blush
$8.00Vodka, watermelon, and citrus
Wild Whiskey Lemonade
$8.00High West Bourbon with Lemonade
Deep Eddy Spiked Arnold Palmer
$8.00Deep Eddy Sweet Tea, Deep Eddy Lemon and Lemonade
ResQue Ranch Sangria
$5.00100% of proceeds benefit ResQue Ranch!
Draft Beer Selection
All beers $6.50 unless marked
Phil's Bald Blonde
4.8% ABV
$5.00
AleSmith San Diego Pale Ale
6% ABV
AleSmith Nut Brown Ale
5% ABV
Coors Light
4.2% ABV
$4.00
Coronado Orange Ave. Wit
5.2% ABV
Dos XX Ambar
4.7% ABV
Guinness
4.2% ABV
Harland Hazy IPA
6.5% ABV
Lagunitas Pils
5% ABV
Wine & Spirits
Wine Selection
Premium wine pairings available. Ask our staff for recommendations with your meal.
Spirits & Liquors
Full selection of premium spirits, including bourbon, tequila, rum, and vodka for custom cocktails.
Craft & Specialty
Rotating craft beer and limited-edition cocktail specials. Check with your server for current offerings.
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Coca-Cola Fountain Drink
Free refills on fountain drinks
$3.49
Bottled Water
$2.25
Iced Tea & Lemonade
Available on request
Ready to Experience Phil's Full-Service Bar?
Visit us during Happy Hour for special pricing, or stop by anytime to enjoy your favorite cocktails, beers, and spirits paired with San Diego's best barbecue.
Call (619) 226-6333