Dear John's

We just left Dear John’s. My first time dining there. We had the Dine LA special for 65 a person. The quality was definitely worth the price. The chef put a lot of thought into the flavor for the entrees. The desserts were also amazing. Will definitely return.

Dear John’s used to be my favorite restaurant in all of LA. It’s where I loved taking people and sitting and eating at the bar. The food is absolutely excellent and the steak and drinks are amazing. That being said yesterday when I sat at the bar at dinner I had a bartender/ server that left a really bad experience with me and has in the past. He has served me in the past and always without fail will tell me I’m ordering too many sides. He says this in such a condescending way and will ask if we plan on taking leftovers home and says I should just choose 2 sides. it’s really annoying that he says it in such a way as if he knows we should order less. I would have appreciated it if he would’ve said it in a more professional way or mentioned the size of the container but he says it in a way of like “that’s enough sides for you”. In addition this last time the server spoke and pointed and was talking really unprofessionally about my partner and I. He didn’t realize I too spoke Spanish and could completely understand that he was talking about me and my partner right in front of us! While he was making our drinks! My partner does not speak Spanish but they were feeling uncomfortable because they could see the bartender and another server pointing at us and talking about us. I definitely heard and understood exactly what he said and it was appalling that he could think it was fine to say any of this especially because he spoke Spanish and assumed I didn’t. I did say something to him right after we paid the bill in Spanish and both my partner and I saw the total shock in his face. He asked if I spoke Spanish or was just practicing and I just stated that I was Mexican and I left after that. I’m not feeling great about returning but I may just have to make sure I get a different server next time.

A not so hidden secret. Food was amazing. From the steaks to the rack of Lamb, everything was cooked to perfection! Sides were also delicious. German potatoes and Broccolini delicious. Do not miss the bread pudding. Ceasar Salad was tossed tableside. Yummy dinner! I will be back!

Delicious food and great service. Definitely recommend experiencing the Caesar Salad as they prepare it in front of you! The steak was cooked to perfection and the sides were tasty. The ambiance was like an old jazz club and I enjoyed the cocktail (Old Hemingway) and the red wine that was recommended.

Had a couple drinks at the bar with a shareable plate. Drinks were excellent. Overall ambiance is old Hollywood and very low lighting. Will be returning!

Wr had dinner with some friends at the bar. Our bartender was Elena and she was fantastic from the moment we sat down. She makes excellent martinis and Vespers, and was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and the history of the restaurant. We will definitely be back to see her again soon!

Decent food at decent prices for a birthday dinner. 3 of us shared the ribeye steak, fish main, wedge salad, French onion soup and garlic bread. French onion soup and fish main were the stand outs for me. Service was on point and it's your classic steakhouse environment with dimly lit surroundings.