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Dear Jane's, Marina del Rey, CA

Dear Jane's

4.4
4.4
312 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
What Dear John’s is to steak, Dear Jane’s will be to seafood. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up again for Dear Jane's. Taking full advantage of the stunning marina view, the focus is on classic American seafood dishes prepared simply with the highest-quality ingredients by seasoned chefs. From Oysters Rockefeller to Shrimp Louie, Surf ‘n Turf and Crepes Zuzette, the menu hews to those of some of the most legendary seafood restaurants of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It will feel familiar and upscale, yet updated and approachable.

This sensibility will be on full display with hand-mixed tartare, classic caviar service, and professionally fileted whole fish. The layout of the split-level room and spacing between booths and tables are ideal for this personalized service that is begging to come back in style in this dining room.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 301-6442
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host your holiday parties, receptions, and special events at Dear Jane's. We have private and semi-private options available with stunning views of the marina. To inquire, please reach out at events@dearjanesla.com or use our private party inquiry form on our site. https://www.dearjanesla.com/private-dining
  • Neighborhood
    Marina del Rey
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 312 people are saying

Dear Jane's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dear Jane's offers a charming maritime escape with "delicious seafood" and "spectacular marina views." Guests rave about its "warm, friendly service" and "beautiful ambiance." The restaurant's brunch options, especially the lemon mascarpone pancakes, are praised. While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the overall dining experience is "delightful" and "highly recommended."

312 Reviews
  1. Bill VIP

    Las Vegas64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is outstanding and the atmosphere is a perfect Marina del Rey experience.

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  2. Kathleen VIP

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dear Jane's was great! Had a guest visiting from out of town and we enjoyed dining there. The chopped salad was delicious with tasty but light dressing. Sand dabs were excellent as well- light lemony cream sauce. We also ordered a side of mushrooms, which were also tasty.

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  3. rekha VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is consistently good as well as fresh sourdough bread ,great seafood and good drinks. I have been there several times and it flows well when you have a oood waiter. Half the time the waiters don't come around even when the place is not busy. I focus on the people I came with enjoy the food and make the best of the wait staff situation. Yes would recommend this restaurant even though it is quite a drive for me!!

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  4. Devoras VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The fish and chips and crab claws were outstanding. We were there and got served fairly late and the shrimp appetizer was not great. In fact, we had to send it back. But they were cool about it. We sat in the bar instead of taking our table in the main restaurant and it was lovely and moody like the original dear John’s. Would return for happy hour where they actually have a burger we used to get at Dear John‘s back in the day.

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  5. Robert

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Way overpriced for what was given. Delivered preset menu appetizers to the table without even checking allergies. Appetizers had pistachios which would’ve killed my wife. $500+ for two people…. Even on Valentine Day is ridiculous, but if you’re going to hit people that hard, everything should be exceptional!!!! Also, get more staff on bigger occasions. We saw our waiter 2x. Oh, and the cocktails were half pours at best. DO BETTER!!!!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Both my girlfriend and I got sick after dining in. Manager was not helpful and a bit condescending. I would try to avoid taking risks ordering seafood here

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  7. Christopher

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very overpriced. Very small portions. Bad service. Not coming back.

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  8. Dean

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of four ordered different appetizers and entrées, and everything was exquisite and perfectly created and absolutely delicious. It is truly a hidden gem. 

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  9. Vogt VIP

    Los Angeles500 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The sand dabs were excellent. The winter beet salad was too tiny.

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  10. Linda VIP

    Los Angeles32 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I liked The Dine LA menu. Scampi was good, parfait dessert very good. But here is the deal. I took my husband out for a big birthday. I wrote it down in the rest that it was for his birthday. I told the hostess it was a birthday. I told the waiter it was a birthday, he even congratulated my husband. I was expecting just a candle to celebrate and it was totally forgotten. This became a real disappointment as I wanted something special for him. Everyone was in too big a rush to serve to honor his birthday and I am not sure I can return. It left a hole in the evening.

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Dear Jane's is rated 4.4 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Dear Jane's

13950 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292-6103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Marina del Rey
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (310) 301-6442
  • Private party facilities
    Host your holiday parties, receptions, and special events at Dear Jane's. We have private and semi-private options available with stunning views of the marina. To inquire, please reach out at events@dearjanesla.com or use our private party inquiry form on our site. https://www.dearjanesla.com/private-dining
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