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Donovan's Steak & Chop House

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#12 of 1,515 restaurants in San Diego
  • Cuisines: Steakhouse
  • Average price*: $ 50
  • Address: 4340 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
  • Phone:  (858) 450-6666
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 25, 2008

Wonderful restaurant with a few romantic, out of the way tables. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 10, 2008

I can say with full confidence that Donovans is the best steak house I've visited in the entire U.S. (including all the gimmicky Chicago chop houses). There is simply no finer blend of aged meats, wine and 5-star service to be had at any steakhouse, period. The only reason you might pass on Donovans is if you prefer an open... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 9, 2008

Best Filet Mignon in town! and great service. more

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4 of 5 stars
Oklahoma
Mar 12, 2008

My friend and I had 8PM reservations 2 weeks ago on a Friday night. Great atmosphere, lively but not too loud. We had a drink at the bar, and when we were called to our table, we paid the $19 bar tab and were seated. We both had the filet, which was superb. One of the best steaks I have... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 6, 2008

I've enjoyed many steakhouses across America . . . Chicago, San Francisco, New York, Las Vegas and in other countries as well. I cannot think of a better steakhouse than Donovans. First, the bar is the finest in SD. I'm not talking about some trendy bar for 21 year olds. This is a true bar of the Harry's in Venice... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 3, 2008

This is simply the best steak I have ever eaten. And I have had a few. The service is exquisite. Nowhere comes closer to culinary heaven. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 30, 2008

What I expect from a steakhouse. Great cuts of meat, good service, nice atmosphere. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 27, 2007

go for happy hour ... free appetizers! more

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5 of 5 stars
San Diego, CA
Jun 1, 2007

I loved Donovans. The food was the best I've had in San Diego. The service was superb and I highly recommend this restaurant especially for a special occasion. more

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2 of 5 stars
Ridgefield, CT
Apr 9, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

We ate at Donovan while on vactaion from CT last year. We thought it was one of the best steak restuarnts we had experienced and that included Lugers, Mortons The Palm etal. We took 3 other couples there last week with the expecationof another great dining experience. Dead wrong. We were put in a back room which was extremely cold.... more

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Donovan's Steak & Chop House Address

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