Phillips Seafood

Phillips Seafood is one of Caesar’s restaurants located in their food court. I was hungry, got in line, and asked the cashier what she recommended. She said that the lobster roll is really good and it’s also their highest seller. That being said, I got their Mahi Mahi Sandwich with waffle fries. The sandwich looked good, but tasted like cardboard. My meal had no taste at all with the exception of the waffle fries. Take my advice, stay away from Mahi Mahi Sandwich. After my meal, I walked by Phillips Seafood and the cashier asked me if I enjoyed my sandwich. I lied and told her it was okay. Her response «you should have gotten the lobster roll».
Tip to Self: If there’s a next time, listen to the cashier.
2016 Unilocal Review #21

Phillips Seafood is part of the new food court that is now in the Caesars Palace Colosseum. The food court has a great mix of eateries for their patrons to choose from. There’s Phillips, Smashburger, a Mexican joint, a ramen & sushi place and an ice cream shop.
I love the lobster roll here at Phillips Seafood. I have never seen an establishment put so much lobster meat into a roll. The lobster flesh was plentiful, fresh and absolutely delicious. The waffle fries were crispy and savory too. I will not hesitate to patronize this place again when I am back at Caesars.

Tried the Lobster Roll and samples the crab bisque. Both were delicious. Went to the Food Court at Ceasar Palace around 2:00pm. No line and the wait was ~5−7mins. The food court is clean and it was easy to find seats.
I asked for light butter on thw bread thanks to a previous Unilocalers review. The butter on the bread came out just right.
The lobster was delicious and fresh and in big clumps.
Waffle fries were cajuned seasoned.
Total cost was $ 14.99 + tax. Came out to be around $ 16.64 or something.
Will come back when I crave a lobster roll. I think it is slightly cheaper but the same size as the one served in Valley Fair Mall in San Jose.
The crab bisque was creamy. For ~$ 6 it is pricey (airport pricey)

Waited an hour in line to be told they are out if caesar salad. One person running the front: register and serving. They don’t even have the decency to announce (or put a sign up) that are out of an item so people don’t waste their time waiting.

I liked the Lobster Roll with waffle fries. Delicious. Share it with the wife, she said there might be too much butter on the bread to overpower the lobster. Will get less butter or no butter next time when we order.
Still like the Lobster Roll.
Wife got the Crab Cake Sandwich and she liked it with the waffle fries too.
Came out to $ 27 even with tax. Yes, sorta pricey, but so delicious.
Will come here again the next time we are in Vegas.

Love this place. Great lobster rolls at a very affordable price. The crab soup is also delish. I come here almost every time I’m at Caesars.

While playing the slots at Caesars, we stopped at the food court because it’s convenient and lobster rolls was calling the Husband’s name. He grabbed a roll with the waffle fries for $ 14.99. This was a treat. We live in an area that lobsters or any kind of seafood aren’t readily available, except a Red Lobster that we would drive 45 minutes to, so already this was a win/​win for us.
It wasn’t the best that he EVER had but again, we were already there. They had sold lobster rolls else where on the trip for easily twice as much and we were unwilling to walk elsewhere. Not bad quality for the price that you pay. The claw meat seemed fresh. The roll was ok; could be better. It was filling and satisfying. Husband was extremely pleased.
Great thing there wasn’t a line and he got the food in a timely manner. I took off a star because the cashier gave us a bit of attitude. She talked really fast like she had better things to do then take our order.

I did the dougie followed by the hustle when I saw that there was a Phillips Seafood at Caesars. After all, I had really good experiences in Baltimore, Maryland (at the Inner Harbor) and at the Harrisburg International Airport in Middletown, Pennsylvania. Needless to say, I was delighted. It’s not a full version of the restaurant, it’s an Express, but still worthy.
A nice little food court, new since I’ve been here last. Phillips is surrounded in good company: Starbucks, Smashburger, Earl of Sandwich, Di Fara Pizza, Graeter’s Ice Cream (from Ohio), Tiger Wok & Ramen, and La Gloria Street Foods of Mexico. Try them all and you’ll have quite the bellyful.
When my eyes became focused on the menu overhead, like a dart, it went to the Lobster Roll. A short wait of 10 mins seemed like a lifetime, and, there it was. A bounty of lobster atop a buttered roll with a side of waffle chips. The lobster roll was a good 7″ long with lots of glorious meat. The roll could have been better, but all in all, it was great for $ 14.99.
While dining the food court could be anywhere in anytown USA, it’s a good option for a bite without breaking the bank.

Not worth price of admission! I ordered the fish and chips ($ 11.99, $ 10.99 with Harrah’s Total Rewards card) and it definitely was a let down from the get-​go. The fish look like frozen VanDeKaamp stuff you buy in the grocery store and are a good size of you’re planning on feeding a 5 yr old. The only saving grace are the waffle fries which are good, but not $ 11 – 12 good.
If you’re craving seafood, go for it. If not, there are plenty of other places around.

You’re not going to get exceptional seafood at this restaurant, but your craving for crab cakes or clam chowder will definitely be satisfied. Everything is made pretty fresh to order and the food is good. I really enjoyed the clam chowder because it was thick and chunky and had a really good flavor. Their sea food variety was pretty impressive, especially when considering that they are located in a casino food court.

This place is perfect to grab a bite when you don’t want a big meal and are looking for something quick, somewhat healthy at a reasonably price. Their soups are delicious.
Have been here a few times and will be back.

I had never seen a food court version of this Maryland seafood stalwart, but I thought, why not give it a try? It is located in the food court in Caesar’s Palace, and unlike most places in the casino, the prices did not seem out of line. Unfortunately, the recurring theme of feeling cheated in Vegas continues here.
Some choices weren’t bad… the lobster roll, though the most expensive item at $ 15, was at least a reasonable version with plenty of large chunks of real (though bland and tough) lobster. It even came with waffle-​cut fries. They did not have cream of crab any of the times I asked for it… the lobster bisque was just ok… no chunks of lobster. It kinda tasted like Costco’s version. The New England Clam Chowder also tasted like it came straight from a can… inoffensive but edible.
The real outrage were the crab cakes and the fried scallop roll. These crab cakes were not even the mediocre ones usually served at Phillips restaurants on the east coast (though they were priced like them)…no, I am pretty sure these were straight out of the box Phillips-​branded frozen «crab cakes» sold at Costco. As a native Marylander, I was offended. The topper was the realization that the «bargain» scallop roll at $ 9 was a manifestation of the devil’s science lab… they figured out a way to use surimi to fake scallops! Come on man! Bay scallops are relatively cheap… but you just had to use fake bay scallops???
Coming to Vegas in the old days, you always had an idea that they were giving you the finger behind your back… now, they do it right up in your face. Sigh.

Ordered the Crab and Shrimp platter. Line was a bit long, but it’s Vegas. However, service was definitely a defining factor for this review.
Crab is not JUST crab: it’s a crab cake. So don’t come in thinking you’re getting crab legs. The cake was alright, to be honest. There’s big chunks of crab mixed with what tastes like hushpuppy. Their coleslaw, shrimp, and fries, however, are what made it for me.
With a platter, you get the option for 2 sides. I chose the waffle fries and coleslaw. Both were amazing: short and simple. I’d highly recommend it. The butterfly shrimp was very, very succulent. Served with tartar and cocktail sauce, the pairing is amazing.
What dropped this from a four was the service. The cashier was great. The cooks, however, forgot to add shrimp to my order. I paid about $ 18 for a hefty plate of food, and, upon receiving it, there was only a small crab cake and fries. I ended up having to wait a while for the cashier to yell at the cooks about messing up.
Quality good, service okay.

Needed a quick bite before a show at the Colosseum and decided to give Phillips a try. There was a short line that moved quickly. I ordered the classic lobster roll and a small new england clam chowder. I gave her my total rewards card which takes a buck off each item. After I paid I noticed I didn’t get the TR pricing. I went back to ask and she said I didn’t give her my card. We went back and forth for a minute and then she called a manager on a walkie talkie who eventually came and fixed it. Both the cashier and the manager were nice but it was annoying and not worth the $ 2 saved. The lobster roll was very good although I could do without the lettuce on it. It was packed with big chunks of lobster and the roll was grilled perfectly. I thought the price was great too ($ 14.99 or $ 13.99 with TR card) especially for being in a casino. I’ve paid more for less many times. The clam chowder was ok. Better than average but not great. Overall one of the better choices in the Caesars food court.

After spending an afternoon at the pools (in summer) daddy needs a nap. Enter Phillips Seafood. Opted for the mahi & shrimp platter with hush puppies & slaw.
Now don’t get me wrong, I likes me a high-​class meal. But when I’m in Vegas all alone-​like, I use my Total Rewards reward credits. And at thirteen ninety-​nine, this fits the bill perfectly. Yes, some of it was a wee bit over-​cooked, but that’s better than under-​cooked! C’mon, fish? In the desert? And I’m not sick? That’s a win anytime.
Now leave me alone, after all that good protein, daddy’s gonna disco nap!

3.99 for slaw. See photo. Pathetic. The whole idea of the food court is for folks to avoid getting ripped off. Two little pieces of cod and some waffle fries for $ 13 is inappropriate for a food court. And the basket didn’t even come with slaw. You pay extra for that privilege. Hopefully the other establishments in the Caesars food court can bring better value.

Ok for a food court, fries and hush puppies were pretty good. Got the baked crab pretzel thought this could have been better, pretzel and crab should be a great combo not so much here. Kind of a pricy joint for a food court but you are in Vegas

Located at the Forum Food Court at Caesars Palace, this little express counter was actually one of the better choices. Before deciding on this place, across the way, the cashier lady at Earl of Sandwich told me «Someone put an order of 100 sandwiches, and are you willing to wait over 30 minutes for your order?» Um, «NO» I’ll go to Phillips.
Now, as far as I know, Phillips is a well known favorite originating in the Baltimore area. While residing in the Bay Area and being spoiled with San Francisco’s seafood, this joint had better live up to the eastcoast hype.
The two cashiers at the counter were nice and gave us samples of the clam chowder and cream of crab. We opted for the chowder, as the cream of crab was a bit like drinking seawater. The chowder however seemed a bit better with pieces of clams, cube cuts of potatoes, and small pieces of bacon (small cup, $ 6.49). Decent, but not up to SF standards. I didn’t order a drink, but asked about the fountain drinks and was told $ 4.95. Eeek, what a waste! I’ll gamble at a table and tip a dollar. No thank you.
We also ordered a Classic Lobster Roll ($ 14.99), because it’s the most expensive thing on the menu board. It’s my first time, so I had to try what they’re «known for». Now, the cool part was seeing the meaty claw parts, and it wasn’t overpowering with the mayo. It was tasty it, but actually the kicker was the seasoned waffle fries. I’m in agreement with all the other reviews that these were SFG, «So Freakin’ Good!»
So in conclusion, was it a good representation for the eastcoast? Probably so! Would I come back here? Probably, but only if I were at one of their real locations in Baltimore. It’s worth a try in my opinion, or you can opt to wait in the long line at Earl of freakin’ 100 Sandwiches.

While waiting for the buffet, the bf and I decided to grab a small snack to hold us over.
Well, this was anything but small…
The lobster roll is what you would pay at a food truck but what you get in return is a huge roll, lobster every bite. The bread was perfected buttered and toasted and the tartar sauce was the perfect dip. The roll also came with criss cut fries which are my favorite! I will definitely come back next time to get my own roll! But really even sharing it is a lot of food and I am very happy :)
Best lobster roll yet.

I had a mixed experience at this new eatery. While Cream Crab Soup was hot, pureed, and excellent; and waffle-​style Cajun-​spiced chips were good, the fish in a Cod & Chips order consisted of only two small cod fillets that were a little mushy. The Forum Food Court in which this food stand is situated is a slightly upscale food court with correspondingly upscale prices and a sleek, modern look; an orange, brown, and white décor; and comfortable upholstered banquettes and chairs. Its men’s restroom, however, when I was there was a complete mess, with paper towels strewn on the floor, on the edge of being out of soap and towels, and way overcrowded with a line of men but just one urinal. The old Food Court at Caesars may have lacked a contemporary vibe, but I found it to have more charm and better, more appropriately priced cuisine.