What to order at Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe

Signature drink
Bucket of beers on the boardwalk
Editor tip
It became Big Dean's in the 1970s; grab a patio rail seat, order the burger and watch the boardwalk crowds.
CuisineAmerican
TypeBeach bar
Price$
NeighborhoodOcean Avenue
HoursMon 12:00-19:00; Tue-Thu 11:00-20:00; Fri 11:00-21:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-20:00
Signature drinkBucket of beers on the boardwalk
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Address: 1615 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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