Dear John's

4.7

279 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

In 1962, Johnny Harlowe made the jump from the silver screen to chef and owner of Dear John’s. Convinced by his pal Frank Sinatra, Johnny opened the iconic spot just a ways down from Sony Studios on Culver Blvd. It became the watering-hole for the Hollywood elite with Sinatra often in the corner playing the piano against the dark brick walls once lined with portraits of famous John’s. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up to re-open Dear John’s with an updated classic American menu and old-school cocktail list.

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Location
11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Phone number
(310) 881-9288
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Delivery & takeout
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What 279 people are saying

Dear John's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
Romantic

Review summary

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Dear John's is a charming throwback to the Rat Pack era, offering an "amazing vibe" and "fantastic service." With "delicious steaks" and standout dishes like chicken parm and sand dabs, it's a must-visit. The ambiance is intimate and dark, enhancing the old-school Hollywood feel. Perfect for a memorable dining experience!

279 Reviews

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Jennifer
Central Coast4 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It was very loud. To the point where we couldn't hear eaxhorher across the table. It took away from the great staff and food
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Celeste VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place. It’s the perfect throwback to the madmen era. Great ambiance and great food. The Cesar is outstanding.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Cleveland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Felt like we stepped back into 60s/70s. Amazing ambiance and service. My favorite ribeye in LA as of now. Great experience overall
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Ken
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Very loud could barely hear someone across the table. Also very dark. Could not see the chair I was siting on or the steak I was eating.
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Owen
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great choice. Will forever be one of my favorite LA spots. If you haven’t been, book a res!
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Ane VIP
Los Angeles17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was so good! Best shrimp scampi I have ever had! Try the patio!
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Stephanie
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always lovely dining at dear John’s. It’s our favorite place!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The waiter really did not seem to want us there. Tried to rush us out from the very beginning. Did not feel like we could even have a conversation before rushing orders in and delivering the cheque while we were still finishing.
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Lawtence
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been looking forward to dining at Daer John’s for a long time and we were not disappoonted! The food and service were outstanding and we definitely will return. The only negative for me was the pervasive odor of the fuel used for the table candles; it made my nose run during our meal!
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Kim
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were great. The ambience was cozy though a bit loud, but that does not take away from the experience.
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Dear John's is rated 4.7 stars by 279 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

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Phone number
(310) 881-9288
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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