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Dear John's, Culver City, CA

Dear John's

4.7
4.7
271 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Romantic
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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

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 271 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Westside

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dear John's offers a classic Los Angeles dining experience with a "wonderful fabulous" atmosphere reminiscent of Old Hollywood. The steakhouse is praised for its "great food" and "incredible service," featuring expertly crafted cocktails and a cozy, retro vibe. The "dark and warm" setting provides a charming backdrop for memorable meals.

271 Reviews
  1. Lawtence

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. Zachary

    VIP

    Baja California

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best spots in town. The service, food and vibe are always on point.

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  8. Greg

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Cool experience. Food is decent, old school american. You go here for the cool retro vibe. Definitely a throwback to Rat-pack times. It’s a fun date night.

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  9. Wendi

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    it was a wonderful fabulous experience. It reminded us of Musso Frank. We had an enjoyable time and would absolutely recommend it to others.

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  10. Sarah

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, service and drinks. The food was nothing special for the price tag

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Dear John's is rated 4.7 stars by 271 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 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
  • Area
    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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