Dear John’s
If you want to dine like the Hollywood Golden Era elite, then Dear John’s is the place. The historic spot from seasoned chefs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin—beloved by Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack crew—serves reimagined steakhouse classics in a moody, art-filled atmosphere.
A5 Kobe Wine Fed from Steak 48 in Beverly Hills
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Steak 48
From the brothers behind Mastro’s comes this upscale dining staple. With a master in-house butcher, cuts range from the NY Strip to the rare three-ounce cut of A5 Kobe wine-fed beef, best served alongside the crowd-pleasing crispy shrimp.
Cut
Steakhouse connoisseurs marvel at Cut’s playful dishes like the wagyu tallow fries. Order those along with specialties like the Armagnac green peppercorn sauce filet mignon, which helped earn the restaurant a Michelin star.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse
With over 2,000 wine selections and a superb list of USDA Prime steaks, such as prime strip and porterhouse, the two-story Del Frisco’s will dazzle large parties and quaint date nights alike.
Chi SPACCA
Meaning “she (or he) who cleaves,” Nancy Silverton’s Chi SPACCA is quite literally a cut above the rest. We can’t help but applaud the bone-in porterhouse Bistecca Fiorentina, weighing in at an incredible 50 ounces.
Porterhouse from Gwen
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Gwen
Curtis Stone’s Michelin-starred establishment redefines the steakhouse experience. Dine in the modernized historic space or hone your chef skills at home when purchasing premium offerings, like handcrafted sausages and veal, from Gwen’s butcher shop.
Lucky’s Malibu
Malibu meets American classics at this classic bistro, which originated in Montecito. Come by for the famed steaks, chops and sides, and stay for the scene—you may even spot a celebrity.
Matu & Matu Kai
The main ingredient at Matu is something special. Serving 100% grass-fed wagyu from First Light Farms in New Zealand, the steak restaurant celebrates the richness of beef while focusing on humane treatment and sustainability. Wagyu is dished out omakase-style, where each course pristinely presents the steak’s unique complexities.
Musso & Frank
105 years later, and we’re still talking about it. This renowned steakhouse with a long-standing Hollywood legacy makes an unforgettable steak and an even more memorable ice-cold martini.
Alexander’s Steakhouse
American cuisine and Japanese influence unite at this Pasadena go-to. Whether you prefer a sizeable Kansas City Strip or a refined three-ounce olive-fed wagyu, Alexander’s Steakhouse has you covered.
Wood-fired steak from American Beauty
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American Beauty
From Venice Beach to its forthcoming location at The Grove, American Beauty’s steaks are the star of the show. Each cut, from Santa Carota to Creekstone Farms, is beautifully grilled over an almond wood fire and topped with butter and salt.
