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Dear John's, Culver City, CA

Dear John's

4.7
4.7
256 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 881-9288
  • Website
    http://www.dearjohnsbar.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Dine LA

    US$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for winter Dine LA from January 24th to February 7th. $65 Menu to come! (Modifications to the menu are politely declined)

Menu

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What 256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dear John's offers a charming old-school steakhouse experience with "extraordinary food and service." Guests rave about the expertly crafted cocktails and table-side Caesar salad. While some find the ambiance too dark, the "classic LA vibes" and attentive staff make it a memorable destination. Reservations are recommended.

256 Reviews

  1. Amelia

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very much enjoyed the ambiance and decor while enjoying a fantastic meal!

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  2. Madalene

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    they did not acknowledge our anniversary at all, disappointing considering how much money we spent

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  3. Bella

    VIP

    Vancouver

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic meal with incredible service. Old school restaurant with a modern twist. Great martinis and the comfort classics are perfectly cooked. We will be back again next time we are in LA.

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  4. Jeff

    VIP

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Behind a gym, in what looks like a boarded up fast food restaurant, is a Culver City institution: Dear John’s. This is a steakhouse and cocktail lounge, with great sides. It’s really, really dark inside, but that’s part of the vibe. The steak was huge (I had the 18oz ribeye), perfectly grilled, and outstanding. Because it’s so small, it can be difficult to get a reservation on a Saturday, so book early. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.

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  5. Robin Schiff

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the restaurant but so expensive and over-priced I probably won’t go back.

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  6. Karine

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent. I have been there 30 years ago and it was a delight to go again it was a very nice experience. Loved the sand dabs fish and they serve the best mash potatoes! The steak fries are to die for. My son said it was the best New York steak he ever had. He was turning 14 years old. He will always remember Dear John’s and his bday celebration. The cheese cake was delicious. And the wine list is exquisite. I just can’t wait to go back !

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  7. jody

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The patio is terrible. I can't believe that we had to sit in such a utilitarian, noisy, and ugly space when we expected to enjoy a lovely and bustling atmosphere. Most restaurant patios at least feel related to the main rooms but not at Dear John's. I was disappointed and embarrassed that I chose this place for our visit with an out-of-town friend.

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  8. John

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Christmas Eve 4 course meal. Dark room, understate but distinctive holiday decorations, and traditional Dear John setting made for great ambience.

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  9. Jeff

    Los Angeles

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    consistently good service and food with experienced staff. cold night and we sat on patio but with the heaters is was comfortable and with an 8:00 reservation we were seated after the earlier rush so it was quiet.

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  10. Julie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great experience all around. We made a last minute reservation on a Saturday night and was happy with our choice.

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Dear John's is rated 4.7 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dear John's

11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sepulveda
  • Neighbourhood
    Culver City
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
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