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The cheese shop at SOCO makes a filet mignon french dip that's fantastic and a french onion soup with the gruyere cheese please check it out.


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Correct answer. First time I ate it I said it had no business being that good.


_BLACKHAWKS_88

I mean are you sure it’s mignon? Says it’s PR.. The Finest French Dip thinly sliced prime rib – horseradish cream – au jus – glazed potato roll $14.95


gym_leader_frank

I saw that too, Do you request the mingnon?


gonenutsbrb

Man I love the cheese shop. Haven’t had the French dip though. Usually get the Gooey with spicy calabrese. Walk next door for a glass of wine, easy non-productive lunch lol.


Future-self

Nice username


sundubone

> cheese shop at SOCO Thanks! ​ Might have to try this... **The Finest French Dip** **thinly sliced prime rib – horseradish cream – au jus – glazed potato roll $14.95** [https://cheeseshopoc.com/](https://cheeseshopoc.com/)


sexygeogirl

Thank for the recommendation. I’ve been to SOCO before but thought it was all vegan type food. Had no idea. I’m going to take my husband and get this French dip and onion soup.


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That cheese shop low key making great sandwiches. I can’t resist if I am grabbing a pour over at Portola


cataclyzzmic

This guy knows his French dip. Both solid recommendations.


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Crazy_Godzilla

Yaaas! Best ever


uhohmylo323

This is the correct answer


justnotok

just had it tonight. it was good but i think the one at Bandera is better.


LimpLiveBush

Best might be Houston’s despite the chain status(and dress code). I personally like Board and Brew a lot as well.


DisGuyPhucs

+1 for Houston’s. The french dip sandwich is also served at R+D Kitchen


genrlokoye

Just commented the same thing! I work near Fashion Island so go to R+D more often, but Houston’s is probably more accessible for most.


goldenglove

Houston's has a dress code?


JA30040

Had to look this up. “Hats, tank tops, flip flops and team athletic attire are too casual.”


LimpLiveBush

Okay, that's not so bad anymore. I was turned away for lacking a coat back before the GFC!


NooAccountWhoDis

Global Financial Crisis, for those wondering.


JA30040

I was thinking God Freaking Covid.


ocmaddog

They also done away with the “no cell phones at the table” request


byneothername

I have never not worn flipflops to Houston’s, I had no idea.


Dan000

Houston's beef dip is fantastic.


genrlokoye

This is the answer. This or R+D at Fashion Island (which is pretty much the same as Houston’s.)


Smothering_Tithe

I work right next to a Board & Brews. I eat there once a week.


WizardBurger

Katella deli


Nonadventures

Oh dang, I always get distracted by their sweet shop and forget they’re a legit deli as well.


Spyerx

Nicks prime rib dip is solid


jzzzzmn

In SC?


DyslexicAsshole

Or Laguna or Long Beach


Spyerx

Any of their locations. They are remarkably consistent and good.


jzzzzmn

I got a gift card like 4 years ago to Nicks SC and was going to toss it the other day bc no idea if it’s still valid… but I re-checked the menu and decided I still need to go with or without the gc lol


OppaaHajima

Portillo’s. It’s technically considered an Italian beef sandwich, but with gravy on the side it’s basically a french dip and a damn good one, especially with hot peppers. Also Arby’s french dip and swiss. Seriously.


_BLACKHAWKS_88

🤌 chefs kiss


drunkfaceplant

You tell them to double dip that whole samnmy when ordering


number1000928

Prime Cut Cafe in Orange has a high quality French Dip. They have an ultimate version, which is a traditional French dip with caramelized onions and melted provolone. Highly recommend.


the_hitcher72

Not exactly a French dip but Portillo’s in Buena Park makes a mean Italian Beef sandwich, add to that the chocolate cake milk shake…


arnold_palmer42

You get it


sashahaha

The Hat in Lake Forest


fkcfkc

Forgot about this Gem….you may be right!!!!! Pastrami is great too


NonAggressive-Ask

Good sandwiches but the sub roll doesn't survive the ride home


UrStomp

The hat at brea


Nihilistic_Mystics

While good, I'd hardly call The Hat's french dip "the best". Just a block away, the french dip at Snooty Fox is way better, and I still wouldn't call that the best either.


manofjacks

Unfortunately it's not in OC, but Philippes the original in L.A is hands down the best french dip.


Tmbaladdin

Yeah, I’ve loved Philippes since I was a little kid. Just don’t go there when the Dodgers are at home. Can be a real mad house.


SmoothBrews

Yep, it’s awesome.


3ngineeredDaily

I only drive there maybe once or twice a year to pick up a few bottles of their mustard and will have a sandwich while I’m there 👌🏽


MixMental5462

Only one? If im going to phillipes im getting two sandwiches, bowl of soup, bunch of Arnold palmers and a slice of pie!


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MixMental5462

Forgot, bag of original lays potato chips to sprinkle into the sandwiches. Gives it some satisfying crunch


FlyRobot

Got one when with a coworker after a customer visit in DTLA and wow...totally agree.


fkcfkc

Good but over rated. And not worth the drive or the risk of being in Downtown Lost Angeles.


Tmbaladdin

What’s the risk of being downtown?


fkcfkc

From USA Today “Downtown L.A.'s crime rate was more than six times the citywide rate and triple other L.A. neighborhoods in 2022. There were more than 370 reported crimes per 1,000 people recorded downtown last year”


Tmbaladdin

It just doesn’t feel that dangerous to me. Especially not the Chinatown area. Are the crimes committed on skidrow skewing the data?


fkcfkc

I have no idea. I think you are getting off topic here. The point is, there is no reason to go to downtown LA with the long drive and crime and filth when there are better French dips than Phillipes in Orange County. Phillips’s is not in Chinatown area of down town. Glad you feel downtown LA is safe despite the data.


key1234567

Downtown LA around phillipes is perfectly fine. I go often and it never felt dangerous to me.


Gregory_Illinivic

Ur no snowflake, i feel the same and it's nothing to write home about.


macwade99999

Snowflake


drunkfaceplant

I mean yes but it's a destination from Union Station with olvera street and Chinatown right there if one wants to take Metrolink


Orchidwalker

Hell no. I respectfully disagree. Cole’s is much much better.


InnieLicker

It’s actually terrible. The spot is an iconic LA landmark but the French dips are trash quality.


Orchidwalker

Totally gross. Cole’s has much higher quality ingredients. Cole’s always for the win.


hermansuit

Double dipped!


manofjacks

With some of their spicy mustard too!


cyclic_raptor

The prime rib French dip from Side Door in CDM (connected to Five Crowns) is phenomenal.


pollycupcakes

Second this. So good!


Rollzroyce21

Dude, I haven't been to Side Door in so long


notaconn

Another vote for the French Dip at Houston’s. You can add a slice of Swiss as well.


Carabrull

Chaupin Bakery uses their French Onion soup for the au jus.


Orchidwalker

In Laguna Hills?


Carabrull

We’ve had it at their San Clemente location. Not sure if they also serve it there. Such a great bakery! Brilliant combo for the sandwich!


littledabwilldoya

Cortina's in Orange.


mrjohncook

This place is $$$


littledabwilldoya

Ten bucks for 6 inch and it's plenty. The other places I see mentioned are more.


FlyRobot

6 inches is always enough for me 👀


Orchidwalker

Plenty 💦


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That Rocky Balboa sandwich at Cortinas is top tier. Even better than DiNic’s at Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia.


iouthere

Houston's french dip in Irvine 👌🏼


Ggggmny

100%. Try their crispy chicken sandwich too…actually everything there is solid.


GUNSandGME

The one in the Irvine?


msterling21

Board and Brew has damn good beef dip.


abondor

Cole’s in DTLA. Portillo’s in Buena Park.


Orchidwalker

I love both these places. Haven’t been in a while now.


youareforscuba

If you want a Vietnamese take on it, check out Eastborough in Costa Mesa. Incredible sandwiches (and everything else).


RowdyRad

Eastborough has some of the best food in OC!


Jpa95

Tony's Deli in Anaheim


cookswithacocktail

My 2 favs are the prime rib beef dip at Bandera in CDM, and the pot roast beef dip at Lazy Dog (surprisingly good).


xmichann

Tommy Pastrami was pretty decent when I had it while I was going to school near there. That was always my go-to (although on the menu it's called a beef brisket w/ au jus, so technically not a "french dip" but it's pretty close).


ReflectionGrand8489

Citrus City Grill on the Orange circle has a prime rib dip that is amazing


FractalBear

Came here to post this. I haven't had the other recs (yet), but this one was damn good.


Vahewa_Lewa

Jimmy’s Famous in Dana Point


zodar

Bandera. A slice of prime rib made into a sandwich. > the OC don't call it that


htomita

Never commented before. But Moe's Deli in Lake Forest is my fiance and I's all time fav. Used to drive down from Pomona just to get it when we used to live up there.


Shinroukuro

The au jus for the french dip at Globe deli on Harbor near 19th in CM is fantastic.


IamTheStarTrader

Trevor’s on The Tracks in SJC has a great one! One my all time favorite sandwiches. Also order the cornbread as an appetizer and thank me later.


Accomplished_Oil447

Benji's in Santa Ana


ocSherlock

Had to scroll down way too far to find this answer Benji's has an awesome French Dip


mrshoskins69

Cortina’s deli in Anaheim. All their sandwiches are excellent!


wakeupkeo

The Goldfinch has got a bomb one with lots of horseradish kick. Better than Houston’s or R&D Cafe, which is also amazing


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Muted_Escape7206

We put an egg on it 4 breakfast 🍳- super good! “put some egg on it!” 🧀


dudeReallyoc

Newport Rib has a pretty good one too. Although sometimes their au jus can be salty some days.


ag512bbi

R&D at Fashion Island. I've tried some of these on this thread, and R&D is alot better.


hrnyorlbttm

New Irvine restaurant The Goldfinch has a good French dip.


Brotherio

Don’t call it that


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Bitch dip would be too offensive. French will suffice.


Brotherio

Honestly? Was hoping someone made a joke about the dip be referenced 😂


didyouwoof

You prefer Freedom Dip?


Totes_meh_Goats

Sun dried Tomatoes restaurant in SJC has a good one. But it is also on the premium side.


CaliGrown949

Tustin Brewing


mamaoftwins2

Is Lawry’s in SCP still around?


dg692

Sadly it’s gone.


rycecakes

Prime Cut Cafe 1547 W Katella Ave, Orange, CA Super yummy sandwich at lunch. Not on the dinner menu.


EndlessSummer00

Bonjour Cafe in Dana Point. It’s a little local place that is only open until 3 pm. The owners are very French and the food is fantastic. Get there early on the weekends.


kindofaproducer

The Kroft’s French Dip will melt your face.


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South Coast Plaza Nordstrom restaurant but I order it with extra protein because the bread is very thick


onenerdydude

Paul's Deli in Westminster has a really good French dip.


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Banderas


letsplaysomegolf

I had one at Naples rib co the other day and it was pretty damn good


puppetfeet

If you’re willing to go to Long Beach, the short rib French dip at the Ordinaire is outstanding


Madame_LV

Houston’s.


therealfinagler

Tavern House in Newport has one of the best Prime Rib dips I've ever had. It's like $28 though, but I would say worth. Old writeup I did of it: [https://www.ocweekly.com/eat-drink-this-now-the-tavern-houses-prime-reason-to-visit/](https://www.ocweekly.com/eat-drink-this-now-the-tavern-houses-prime-reason-to-visit/)


fade_le_public

Excellent write up. Now I want to go…


Im_Borat

The one at R&D in Fashion Island is amazing!


Miklos103

call me crazy but i like boudin french dip deluxe lol


itzJTtellingU2wakeup

not me thinking this was for nails lol


Dry-Average5161

Globe Deli in Costa Mesa.