Dal Rae
Pico Rivera
Restaurant in Pico Rivera, United States
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San Gabriel Supper-Club Tradition
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Dal Rae is the Pico Rivera pick for a later, more formal-feeling dinner rather than a quick casual meal. Book it for date nights, family celebrations, or groups that want a seated room with evening hours; cross-shop Los Amores de Julia, Tacos Y Que, or El Pescador - Montebello when the meal needs to be more casual or category-specific.
About Dal Rae
Dal Rae is a Pico Rivera venue with hours and a business-casual dress code. The confirmed schedule is direct: closed Monday; open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM; Friday from 11 AM to 11 PM; Saturday from 4 PM to 11 PM; and Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM.
The best reason to plan around Dal Rae is practical rather than speculative: it has a clearly documented Pico Rivera schedule, including later closing times on Friday and Saturday. Details such as specific dishes, pricing, awards, seating capacity, ownership, and service format are not part of the profile here, so check the venue directly before making plans around those points.
Book it for a full evening, not a quick bite
Dal Rae is easiest to plan as an evening meal, especially on Friday or Saturday when the hours run until 11 PM. Tuesday through Friday, the venue opens at 11 AM, while Saturday and Sunday begin at 4 PM. Monday is closed.
If you are comparing options, keep the decision grounded in the kind of outing you want and the current details each venue publishes. Los Amores de Julia is another option to consider. The Nixon Steakhouse can also be part of a broader comparison. For a broader scan before deciding, use our full Pico Rivera restaurants guide.
Who should choose it over nearby alternatives
Choose Dal Rae when its Pico Rivera location, business-casual dress code, and hours fit your plan. If you are still deciding, compare it with Tacos Y Que, El Pescador - Montebello, Mochomitos Asador, Los Amores de Julia, and The Nixon Steakhouse based on their current menus, availability, and the type of meal you want.
The takeaway: Dal Rae is a practical option when its schedule and dress code match the occasion; cross-shop elsewhere when another venue better fits your timing or preferences.
Planning details
- Location
- 9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- dalrae.com
- Phone
- (562) 949-2444
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dal Rae operates in the supper‑club tradition, preserving mid‑century dining rituals in a modest Pico Rivera strip‑mall setting. The room and the regulars shape its personality more than any neighborhood cachet; service leans measured and ceremonious, and the menu favors reliable prime beef and classical Continental preparations. That long‑running, institutional quality gives the place a quietly historic, charming character: it feels less like a trend‑driven arrival and more like a steady local reference point. The experience is intimate and refined without pretense—an elegant, old‑school steakhouse that values consistency and ritual over flash.
Best For
Dal Rae is best experienced at dinner and suits occasions that prioritize intimacy and formality. It’s a natural pick for anniversaries, date nights, business dinners, and celebratory meals where a dependable steakhouse format is desired. The supper‑club pacing and tableside traditions reward an unrushed evening: guests who arrive expecting a full, seated dinner rather than a quick bite get the most from the kitchen and service. Parties seeking a classic steakhouse atmosphere and consistent sourcing will find Dal Rae dependable, particularly when the meal centers on prime cuts or rich seafood preparations.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the strengths: prime beef and robust, tableside‑friendly preparations. The menu’s Pepper Steak Filet and the house seafood—Sea Bass and Chilean Seabass—are highlighted specialties and natural anchors for a traditional steakhouse dinner. Pair richer steaks with shared sides and consider starting with shellfish or a classic starter to follow the supper‑club rhythm. The room and service are part of the appeal, so expect a measured, unrushed pace that showcases procurement discipline and the restaurant’s long‑running approach to sourcing and technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dim lighting with dark wood paneling, cozy booths, crisp white linens, and a retro country club atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Sea Bass
- Pepper Steak Filet
- Chilean Seabass
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Los Amores de Julia, Notable alternative
- El Pescador - Montebello, Notable alternative
- Mochomitos Asador, Notable alternative
- Tacos Y Que, Notable alternative
- The Nixon Steakhouse, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Dal Rae compares in and around Pico Rivera
Dal Rae is the occasion-oriented option in this set: easier to justify for a later dinner, a date, or a group that wants a composed room. Los Amores de Julia is the better Pico Rivera cross-shop for a more casual local meal, while Tacos Y Que is the value-led choice when speed and simplicity matter more than atmosphere.
For a specific craving, the decision changes. El Pescador - Montebello is the better match when seafood drives the plan. Mochomitos Asador points more toward grilled-meat dining. The Nixon Steakhouse is the more direct steakhouse-style alternative outside Pico Rivera.
Booking difficulty favors Dal Rae for low-friction planning. Choose it when the group needs an easy, later-evening reservation and a room with more occasion weight; choose the peers when price sensitivity, a tighter cuisine focus, or a more casual night matters more.
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Compare Dal Rae
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Dal Rae | Pico Rivera | No published awards |
| Los Amores de Julia | Pico Rivera | No published awards |
| El Pescador - Montebello | Montebello | No published awards |
| Mochomitos Asador | Los Angeles | 2025 LA Taco Best Tacos in LA · #5 |
| Tacos Y Que | Los Angeles | 2025 LA Taco Best Tacos in LA · #61 |
| The Nixon Steakhouse | Whittier | No published awards |
How Dal Rae Pico Rivera compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dal Rae good for solo dining?
It can work for solo dining if the schedule fits your plans. hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 11 PM, Saturday from 4 PM to 11 PM, and Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM. Dal Rae is closed Monday. For another option to compare, consider Tacos Y Que.
What are alternatives to Dal Rae?
Other options to compare include Tacos Y Que and Los Amores de Julia. Depending on how broadly you are searching, El Pescador - Montebello, Mochomitos Asador, and The Nixon Steakhouse may also be worth checking for current menus, hours, and availability.
What should I wear to Dal Rae?
Dal Rae lists a business-casual dress code. Aim for polished, neat clothing that fits that standard, especially for evening plans.
When should I plan a visit to Dal Rae?
Dal Rae opens at 11 AM Tuesday through Friday and at 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday have the latest closing time, since both nights run until 11 PM. The venue is closed Monday.
