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Donovan's of La Jolla


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4.0 of 5 stars 35 ratings
35 ratings
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2.0 of 5 stars
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2 of 5 stars
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Sep 13, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Wasn't impressed, and I got to eat for free too. more

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3 of 5 stars
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Aug 31, 2008

Donovan's is just another steakhouse. Quality is ok but atmosphere is to pretetious and prices to high. It is a typical business diner like establishment. Nothing special! more

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Aug 13, 2008
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One of the best in the country more

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Jul 15, 2008

Great steak and wine list; tough choice between Donovan's and Fleming's. more

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3 of 5 stars
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Jul 15, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

I think it's a lot of hype about nothing much. I am a Ruth Chris fan. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 5, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Great service, great food. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jun 26, 2008

definitely one of my favorite steak restaurants. i was taken here for my birthday and everything was perfect. excellent service, DELICIOUS steak and wine (even the bread & water is yummy!). the restaurant has a nice ambiance, with dim lighting that makes for an intimate (in my case, romantic) dining experience. expensive but as everyone says: WORTH IT. p.s i... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jun 21, 2008

Everything about Donovan's impressed me. The atmosphere, the service, the FOOD, and as you've heard, their water is so smooth. Their medium rare fillet mignon is one of the best I've ever had. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 25, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

The most agreeable dinner I've ever had. I can't even begin to describe the fillet at this place. And they can do it without cheating with loads of butter cooked into the steak. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 4, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Awesome food, awesome service. more

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Donovan's of La Jolla Address

4340 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, CA 92122
Tel: 858-450-6666
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.