Dear John's

4.7

275 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

27 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
Neighbourhood gem

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 style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–21:30
Phone number
(310) 881-9288
Website
http://www.dearjohnsbar.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Area
Culver City
Cross Street
Sepulveda
Parking details
Valet

Experiences

Valentine's Day
US$185.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Dear John's with your loved one. Valentine's Day Menu $185 To view the full menu, please visit http://dearjohnsbar.com/valentines-day-2025

What 275 people are saying

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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 offers a nostalgic dining experience with a "classic steakhouse vibe," perfect for those seeking "excellent food and energetic people." Highlights include "melt in your mouth" dishes like the ribeye, "legendary" table-side Caesar salad, and a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of old Hollywood. Reservations are essential.

275 Reviews

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Ken
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
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 Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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 Angeles
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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 Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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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Lawtence
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 February 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 Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 February 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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mark
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing dinner with delicious food and drinks and very professional staff. We will be back
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Peg
VIP
Los Angeles
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We have loved dining at Dear Jane’s and were really looking forward to our dinner at Dear John’s. If the goal is the have the restaurants be as different as possible - mission accomplished. We hated Dear John’s!!! It was took dark, by far and entirely too noisy. I ordered the prime streak and it was inedible - gristly and tough. When I complained to the waiter he offered to replace but that would have meant eating my meal long after my companions had finished. He should have comped my wine, at the very least. We all left very disappointed and will be complaining to our friends for a long time.
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Ashley
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience for restaurant week. Food was amazing and we had a great server.
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Maryjane
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our wait and bus staff were PHENOMENAL. JEFF IS AAMAZING
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Dear John's is rated 4.7 stars by 275 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

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11208 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Sepulveda
Area
Culver City
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–21:30
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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Valentine's Day

Menu

What 275 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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