Joris De Saedeleer

Nice bar. Genuine, original and relaxing. Good music. Good coffee. I didn’t dine in but the food smells and looks good. Definitely worth a visit.

Itz Hollywoood

This establishment transcends the typical beach bar; it's an immersive experience, a cornerstone of the community, and a hidden gem that quietly impresses. The staff are exceptionally welcoming and remarkably efficient, creating an inviting atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Even the simple act of ID verification is transformed into a memorable moment with a charming smiley face stamp, setting the tone for a delightful visit. The seating options are abundant and thoughtfully arranged, catering to diverse preferences. Whether you prefer the shade of an umbrella table, the energy of the bar, the comfort of a booth, or the casual feel of regular and high-top tables, there's a perfect spot for everyone. The bar boasts an impressive selection of top-tier liquors and beers, including the often-overlooked Kona Big Wave, a brew that perfectly encapsulates the laid-back California beach vibe that defines this establishment. While our culinary exploration was brief, the exceptional quality of the onion rings and fries suggests that the entire menu is crafted with care and expertise. The large Pacifico, served impeccably cold and undeniably fresh from the tap, was like liquid gold, a testament to the bar's commitment to quality. Every moment spent here was a pleasure, and I eagerly anticipate returning as often as possible to further savor this exceptional experience.

+6

Crystal Romero

Very cool place for people watching! Food was really good, boys had the Dean Burger and loved it, mahi mahi tacos were good as well. The fries were yummy. Staff were great and friendly. Definitely would come back

Zabrina Gitana

High vibin', fun place for brews and food before or after or during beach or pier. It's an institution and evidence of that decorates the walls. The staff is great and willame you feel welcome. They do offer some veg optio s like a Beyond burger and Garden Burger. They have a huge patio in the front and a back patio, along with some indoor and bar seating. They have n/a beers, lots of bar fare, soft drinks, good tunes, TVs for games, and great vibes.

Kenan Powell

The down side to our visit was that we sat at a table for about 10 minutes before we were treated by an employee. After that the service was fantastic. Helpful with food and drink suggestions. The food was amazing! Next time we are in the area we will definitely visit again.

+13

Vee

Lovely outdoor settings and the fish and chips was delicious - a fun take on the UK favourite! Staff are friendly and very quick and serving! Brilliant atmosphere and vibe!

Wade Brinton

Just get the special. The staff was delightful and happy to serve. The views around the patio are spectacular and perfect for people watching. The food was also tasty, and you wont regret getting the special; especially if it is the fish sandwich with spicy special sauce. If you are visiting the pier I advise dropping by here for some food.

Bill Crosby

Loved this place! The food was excellent, the beers are large, service superb, and the atmosphere chill. Lots of people hanging drinking beers and watching sports. Clearly a hang out for both tourists and locals alike. Did I mention the food was excellent? I highly recommend this restaurant!! Please consider liking this review if helpful.

+11

Flew into LAX for the Eagles vs. Chargers Monday night game!! Straight off the flight to Santa Monica where we stumbled across Big Deans food and drinks were definitely on the morning menu! \n\nFrien…

Flew into LAX for the Eagles vs. Chargers Monday night game!! Straight off the flight to Santa Monica where we stumbled across Big Deans food and drinks were definitely on the morning menu! \n\nFri…

Flew into LAX for the Eagles vs. Chargers Monday night game!! Straight off the flight to Santa Monica where we stumbled across Big Deans food and drinks were definitely on the morning menu! \n\nFri…

This is a great place. Super chill beach vibes. The employees were all so nice and accommodating. It's not fancy, but their prices aren't either. Great place to watch the game, stare at the ocean. Wa…

This is a great place. Super chill beach vibes. The employees were all so nice and accommodating. It's not fancy, but their prices aren't either. Great place to watch the game, stare at the ocean. …

Love this place. The vibe is all out sports bar and comfort food. The chili dog is good along with the smash burger. And you just can't best the location!

Love this place. The vibe is all out sports bar and comfort food. The chili dog is good along with the smash burger. And you just can't best the location!

Great chicken fingers !! Frozen marg And Aperol spritz were also great drinks. Great outdoor space

Great chicken fingers !! Frozen marg And Aperol spritz were also great drinks. Great outdoor space

Amazing staff! Cold Happy Dad Seltzer by the beach what could be better!! Best vibes hands down thank you!

Been going to Big Dean's for years...love them burgers and beer. Great place to hang out anytime of the year. service is fast, great beer selection and fair prices. After a nice long bike ride, I l…

Been going to Big Dean's for years...love them burgers and beer. Great place to hang out anytime of the year. Service is fast, great beer selection and fair prices. After a nice long bike ride, I l…

Been going to Big Dean's for years...love them burgers and beer. Great place to hang out anytime of the year. Service is fast, great beer selection and fair prices. After a nice long bike ride, I l…

We came here on vacation and tried many places around the pier and this one takes the cake. Not only was it great food but decent prices. Not like other places where they wrack up the bill and the …

Great location, right on the beach! \nAnd this is what I really like about this place! You can walk in there straight from the water. \nThere are indoor and outdoor seating areas. Lots of tables an…

love you so much but why'd you do away with the crinkle cut fries? california beach cafe and reg fries? can't be both

The folks were very nice. The burger and fries were very good. The location was just off the pier and beach.

The turkey club is awesome and the service was very fast. The outdoor seating was great too. I had the opportunity to listen to a live band too.

There are so many reasons to visit Santa Monica and Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe is one of them. Located at 1615 Ocean Front Walk, it is the oldest bar in Los Angeles. Established in 1902 as Laring's …

There are so many reasons to visit Santa Monica and Big Dean's Ocean Front cafe is one of them. Located at 1615 Ocean Front Walk, it is the oldest bar in Los Angeles. Established in 1902 as Laring'…

We just searched the internet for places to eat near the wharf. To be honest, we didn’t quite know where it was so we wandered out on the wharf and a brief afternoon enjoying the Route 66 sign, the …

When in Santa Monica, especially at the pier, you gotta check out Big Dean’s! My husband and I stopped by after a long drive for wings and a beer and this spot was perfect! We had delicious wings, fr…

When in Santa Monica, especially at the pier, you gotta check out Big Dean’s! My husband and I stopped by after a long drive for wings and a beer and this spot was perfect! We had delicious wings, …

Great food at a reasonable price. Location was right on the beach, easy to find and get to. They had food great for kids as well.

Great food at a reasonable price. Location was right on the beach, easy to find and get to. They had food great for kids as well.

Such a lovely friendly place, we had a wonderful meal, very reasonable and such friendly service. A special shout out to Kate and Richard who made our visit very memorable, would highly recommend.

Recommended by friends, just off the Pier !! A cool place just top relax and have a Burger & beer !! Definitely would go back next time I'm in town.

Recommended by friends, just off the Pier !! A cool place just top relax and have a burger & Beer !! Definitely would go back next time I'm in town.

Loved our time and meal here. Good selection of pub meals for a family of 4., undercover and outdoor seating, and plenty of screens to keep up with sporting events all whilst enjoying the passing p…

Location is great, pumping music, and great food! It’s typical bar food menu, but surpassed all our expectations. burgers were great, fun atmosphere, good wings! Recommend!

Great service and food! Staff was very attentive. We had a basic burger, grilled chicken sandwich, fries and onion rings. All were great! Only odd thing is you can’t get ice, well at least on t…

Comfort food, dont expect an experience,but good for what it is. Decent tap beer selection and an amazing "L.A. Water". Servers are polite but the place seems to thrive on customer turnover, even to the point of letting your pre-opened and required "tab" take care of the bill instead of getting old and grey waiting to settle because your server took a break or left for the day.

Ashley Page McGovern

Fun historic place to watch a football game., etc. Beach parking is very close, we paid $10 in the evening, and I heard this is one of the oldest bars in LA County. Nice energy at this spot....

+1

Adam Telanoff

It was a busy Sunday and we had the last table. Servers were all nice, but no one seemed in charge of our table. Food was good, get the Big Dean's burger, but not as great as I remembered.

orit shamai nirenberg

We arrived around noon and ordered several dishes: a beach salad that was beautifully presented,tacos, fish and fries and chips with salsa along with some drinks. The food was nice, the atmosphere was totally fine, and the prices were reasonable.

+3

Kelsey Aho

The food was genuinely delicious — fresh ingredients and great flavor. I especially enjoyed the chicken sandwich and the bloody mary’s were fantastic! Unfortunately, the service didn’t quite match the quality of the food. We had to wait quite a while for anyone to come bring us a menu, I had to track down one of the waiters and ask. When I asked if she was our waitress she said that they all share tables. It didn’t feel like anyone was really attentive, which took away from the overall experience. We had to wait a very long time to get our check as well. The waiter we asked kept forgetting and when he’d come over by our table to drop other peoples food off, you could tell that he forgot because he looked at us and said “oh right”. This happened more than once. I’d come back for the food, but I hope the service improves —

Marta Strause-Tabarés

Service is fast, I didn't appreciate that they offered multiple times the chips and salsa for appetizers when I said "No thanks" already on the first time. Also the Shrimp Fajitas are actually just tacos and they charge you an extra $1,50 for the salsa, which is always included in any other restaurant.

Homero Guevara

Great local hangout with good food and drinks at a reasonable price. You get more for your dollar if you eat here then at the peer. Service was not the greatest. I had to wait a while before my order was placed. Lots of space in the back patio. The place is bigger than it looks.

+4

Kirt Kingzett

This place is great and a must go to if you're visiting. You can sit outside have a beer watch the passer buyers and grab a great burger with cheese grilled onions and french fries on the side. We rode our bikes from Venice park them on the side and had a great time. They only serve beer and wine but that's enough for the beach life. They play great music mostly oldies rock and roll. Not quite sure about the parking situation as I rode my bike, cheers!

+4

Super fun for games. My son recommended and it was a great experience. Relaxing and chill, typical bar food was great, bartenders were awesome.

This is a good bar with good bar food - especially their burger and fries. \n\nThe Bloody Mary is pretty good too. \n\nWait time can be very long so prepare yourself for that. They are usually busy…

This is a good bar with good bar food - especially their burger and fries. \n\nThe Bloody Mary is pretty good too. \n\nWait time can be very long so prepare yourself for that. They are usually busy…

drinks were really strong, and the nachos came out with a soft velvety cheese that I loved. The weather was amazing. There was a slight breeze next to the water and the air smell clean.

A decent spot on the beach close to parking with a good selection of fraught beers and snacks. Nachos were very good. Service prompt. Plentiful seating outside to enjoy the sun. Wide choice of oth…

A decent spot on the beach close to parking with a good selection of fraught beers and snacks. Nachos were very good. service prompt. Plentiful seating outside to enjoy the sun. Wide choice of oth…

Local spot by the beach with outdoor seating and casual vibes. Came here with my friend to partake in some nachos and chili cheese fries after hanging out in Santa Monica. Park in one of the public…

There were 7 of us having lunch at Big Deans on Jan 2. It was raining off and on and very crowded so we understood that service would not be ideal and we were very patient. \nWhen the bill came, they…

There were 7 of us having lunch at Big Deans on Jan 2. It was raining off and on and very crowded so we understood that service would not be ideal and we were very patient. \nWhen the bill came, th…

Good location. Average to below average bar food w complimentary attitude from a server, which made our time at the restaurant unpleasant.

Good location. Average to below average bar food w complimentary attitude from a server, which made our time at the restaurant unpleasant.

Sucks way too expensive don’t list prices charge your credit card bigoted you get your drinks, food. Ridiculous.