customer complained that the bread was stale. Cole's account states that the sandwich was invented by a sympathetic chef, Jack Garlinghouse, for a customer who was complaining of sore gums. Some accounts tell Philippe's version of events, but assign the location to Cole's. The mystery of the sandwich's invention might not be solved due to a lack of information and observable evidence. The French dip is now served at a number of restaurant chains including fast food places, diners, and standard restaurants. A sandwich based on a similar concept is known as a Baron of beef. See also Beef on weck Cheesesteak Italian beef, a similar sandwich which is dipped in the juices List of American sandwiches List of sandwiches Roast beef sandwich Steak sandwich References External links Philippe's the Original Philippe's on Sandwich Paradise on Travel Channel American sandwiches Culture of Los Angeles Cuisine of the Western United States French-American culture in California Beef sandwiches Hot sandwiches