Dear John's

4.7

243 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 17, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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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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

Location
11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Neighborhood
Culver City
Cross street
Sepulveda
Parking details
Valet

Experiences

Christmas Eve
$165.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join us and celebrate Christmas Eve at Dear John's. You can view our full menu here: https://www.dearjohnsbar.com/christmas-eve-2024 $165 (exclusive of sales tax) Menu subject to change. Modifications and substitutions are politely declined. Please note, this reservation is for a special prix-fixe menu to celebrate Christmas Eve. Cancellations must be made 5 days in advance or a cancellation fee of the full menu price $165 per person will be applied.
New Year's Eve
$165.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us and celebrate New Year's Eve at Dear John's. You can view our full menu here: https://www.dearjohnsbar.com/nye-2024 $165 (exclusive of sales tax) Menu subject to change. Modifications and substitutions are politely declined. Please note, this reservation is for a special prix-fixe menu to celebrate New Year's Eve. Cancellations must be made 5 days in advance or a cancellation fee of the full menu price $165 per person will be applied.
Dine LA
$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)

What 243 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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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.

243 Reviews

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Julie
VIP
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had never had the opportunity to visit, and Ben was the perfect ambassador - loved the food, drinks, atmosphere - we'll be back!
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Patrick
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dear John's was nice enough to fulfill my request for a corner table. That was the start of this great dining experience. The food was oustanding, as was the service and cocktails. I had the Ossobuco (special for the night) and it was absolutely delicious!! This place is such a hidden gem that makes you feel like your in NYC.
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Bobby
Los Angeles
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Drinks were good. 2 old fashioned & a glass of Syrah. But it’s hard to mess up wine. Wedge salad appetizer was loaded with oil & vinegar on top—overpowers the bleu which should be the featured flavor. Wagu pigs in a blanket were a joke. Extremely overcooked—both the sorry excuse for a wagu hot dog & puff pastry were mostly burnt. Side of sautéed mushrooms were bad. They & everything on the menu were too vinegar forward. No butter or garlic present which should be standard for sautéed mushrooms. Scalloped potatoes were a little bland but overpowered by thyme—disappointment was on par with the mushrooms. Lobster thermidor was a liquid mess, a little sour, unevenly distributed between tails. Ribeye was the most acceptable, but even that was poorly prepared. Cooking was uneven, and sear on the sides were over done. Could have been partially pre-cooked, would definitely explain how the entrées came out lightning fast. $340 with tip. Won’t be going back. Would not recommend.
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Kevin
VIP
Los Angeles
40 reviews
3.0
40 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Very noisy, the service is mediocre but the food is good.
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Diana
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible service, wonderful food. Classic LA establishment
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you enjoy dining in dark, and cozy restaurants with excellent food and energetic people. Get yourself a table at Dear John’s. It’s a slice of LA history and always a good time.
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Susan
VIP
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Exceeded our expectations! Great ambiance, great steakhouse food - all very well prepared - and really great service. We’ll be back!
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Kathleen
VIP
Los Angeles
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great! We had Bougie Tots, Caesar salad (tossed at the table old school), Veal Chop (best we've ever had), Porterhouse, Sand Dabs, Shrimp Scampi, Scalloped Potatoes, Broccolini. We should have ordered the beef that had more marbling. Ours was just a little tough. The room is great. I w as expecting more noise. It was loud but the table was small & so we're all close & could hear each other just fine. It is really dark - but it's terrific atmosphere. We did use cell phones to read the menus. Our waiter Angel was the best.
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Dianne
VIP
Denver
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Probably overpriced for the taciturn service and fine, but not amazing, food, but you go there for the dark candlelit atmosphere and the hep music and the knowledge that Frank Sinatra used to hang out there!
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Ana-Alicia
VIP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner and fantastic service. We had a wonderful time
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You can order delivery directly from Dear John's using the Order Online button.

Dear John's is rated 4.7 stars by 243 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 17, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Sepulveda
Neighborhood
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

Website
http://www.dearjohnsbar.com/
Phone number
(310) 881-9288

Dear John's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas Eve

New Year's Eve

Dine LA

Menu

What 243 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Dear John's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Dear John's restaurant rated?

Is Dear John's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information