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Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach Reviews
Amazing views at Javier's; the remodel is great.
All of our food was fresh and I loved that the house salsa is actually spicy (fresh serranos). Margarita was great; must stop while in the Newport area.
Best food best drinks best place ever Fajitas are amazing
Best food best drinks best place ever Fajitas are amazing meet are so tender with wonderful seasonings Chips and salsa is so so delicious when I have time to go out for food 100% my choice is Javier
I've always like Javier's any of their locations are great
I've always like Javier's any of their locations are great but especially this Newport Beach location is horrible with their service. From host to anyone that work their . Whoever manage this location clearly vey low on education with the way they manage their team . Especially located at the high-end city they need to treat customers with more class . Rude and ugly attitude workers !! We are as client we come to support and spend money so respect is a must !
Rude employees, too busy to care about customers- hung up
Rude employees, too busy to care about customers- hung up on when trying to make a reservation- i think Javier and his wife should check their employees out!!
Lovely remodel but the food is terrible.
Service was great but the quality and taste of the food wasn't it.. The best Mexican food in Orange County is Carmalitas .
Service and food was on point for a Tuesday Brunch time
Service and food was on point for a Tuesday Brunch time with a family of 4. The ambiance was great with small tables and a view of the ocean. Unfortunately we didn't get to see the ocean until about 2 but that isn't Javier's fault! The remodel is beautiful and the fight to see the water is a tough one. You need reservations and you can't book on open table, you need to call ahead! We asked for a close viewing of the ocean but we couldn't get one. So we sat in the back even though there were empty seats that said "reserved" and were empty the entire time we were there. Valet parking is available but I did notice there was free parking in the shopping center that would save you $10. The food was pretty good but small in portions! My favorite was the steak salad which left me wanting more, a lot more! The mole was really good but there was hardly any meat on the chicken leg and hubby was left still hungry that we popped over to the pizza place behind us! Our server was very attentive to us and was a charm to the event!
Too expensive and They rushing you to not seat more than
Too expensive and They rushing you to not seat more than one hour and half . The waiter come to your table every 10 minutes
This Javier's is my favorite! It has recently undergone an
This Javier's is my favorite! It has recently undergone an extravagant remodel and it is absolutely AMAZING. The food at Javier's is ALWAYS amazing as well as their drinks. We have tried everything on the menu and there isn't one thing that we wouldn't order again!
**Location and Ambience** Javier's is nestled in a prime
**Location and Ambience** Javier's is nestled in a prime spot just down the street from Crystal Cove Beach, offering a stunning view of the ocean. The picturesque location undoubtedly adds a charm to the dining experience, although parking can be challenging. Depending on the time of day, finding a spot in the shopping center parking lot may take one or two laps. **Reservation and Seating** I made a reservation four weeks in advance to celebrate my mother-in-law's birthday, specifically requesting a patio seat with an ocean view. Upon our early arrival (10 minutes before the reservation time), we were informed of a 45-minute wait for the patio, which was disheartening. Opting for the first available table, we faced additional challenges with the hostess regarding our need for a high chair for my daughter. Her demeanor was rude and dismissive, setting a negative tone initially. However, we decided to overlook this and enjoy our family celebration. **Service** Our server was friendly and attentive, compensating for the hostess's poor attitude. His effort to provide excellent service was commendable and significantly improved our dining experience. **Food Quality** The food at Javier's was a mix of exceptional and disappointing. The ceviche and Chilean sea bass were outstanding, showcasing the restaurant's culinary strengths. However, my experience with the New York strip was far from satisfactory. Ordered medium rare, the steak arrived tough and nearly well done. After sending it back, the second steak was lukewarm at best, with the center cold, as if just taken out of the refrigerator. **Management Response** When I addressed the issue with the manager, she insisted that a medium rare steak is always cold in the center and that I was mistaken about the proper temperature for medium rare. This explanation contradicted my extensive experience with cooking and eating steaks. Rather than escalating the issue, I requested to have the steak removed from my bill, feeling disappointed with the manager's unprofessionalism. **Overall Experience** While Javier's boasts a prime location with beautiful ocean views and some impressive dishes, the inconsistent food quality and poor management response detracted significantly from the overall experience. Despite the friendly server who attempted to rectify the situation, the mishandling of my steak order and the dismissive attitude of the staff left a lasting negative impression. Given the high prices, one would expect a higher standard of service and food quality. Consequently, I do not plan to return to Javier's. If not for the server's efforts, this would have been a one-star review.
Heard so much about the new remodel of this spot so I
Heard so much about the new remodel of this spot so I decided to give this place a visit on July 4th to celebrate with my boo! I don't know why people were complaining how it's so hard to get a reservation and tables with the view... We came with a party of two and got seated right away on a holiday! The host and server are the nicest people and very professionally well trained! When we were walking inside, it feels like you were transported to a holiday trip to Spain or Greece! The interior is remarkable! Stunning and outstanding! I was not expecting to have great food in here but everything we ordered on that day is top tier! Beautiful dishes and full of flavor! To the point, we were both fighting over their signature salad! We also got their espresso martini and usually my man doesn't really like drinking but that day, he bathed himself on that cocktail! We just freaking love this place!!!
Still good, but noisy after remodel
July 4th, and Javiar's was buzzing. Dramatic and huge eating area thanks to recent remodel. Food was excellent, and service was good given the holiday crowd. Only knock is with everyone in one gigantic room, is the noise. We had to scream accross the table to be heard.
Terrible Service
Service was absolutely horrible. After our server took our order he didn't check on us once in 2+ hours. In speaking with a manager it was apparent that he did not care. I tried another manger, Carlos, and got the same result. Because we were not California VIP's they could care less that our experience was not up to par. I told him it was unacceptable but hardly got an apology. He said we are a busy restaurant and that the service given was acceptable. In the end, it was my fault and i was told i was not allowed back. I would NEVER, EVER go back.
Upscale Mexican with lots of seafood options
Upscale Mexican with lots of seafood options. The atmosphere is very fun, and the crowd ranges from who’s who to your average person. This I loved because all walks of life are welcome though it’s an upscale restaurant. Our food was delicious and we enjoyed having so many options to select from. The service was impeccable. The food is a tad overpriced to me and the chips could be better. The salsa was amazing. Again our meal was excellent just a bit overpriced in my opinion.
Terrible experience
They just re-opened after the renovations and we really wanted to visit! It was a disaster! Bad food, terrible service and way over priced! Don’t waste your money!!
Go for the drinks
The cocktail menu is fantastic - creative and well-executed drinks, definitely some of the best I've had in a while. The old fashioned with smoked rosemary was a winner. However, service was slow. It took forever to get the bartender's attention, and even longer to get our drinks. If you're in for a relaxed evening with plenty of time to chat and savor your drinks, this is a great spot. But if you're short on time or need something quick, maybe try elsewhere. Great drinks, slow service - be warned!
Best Restaurant in OC, not just Mexican restaurant, best period
Best restaurant in OC, from Salads, to tacos to lobster and steaks everything is made to perfection. Been a customer since the Laguna Beach days and the quality has never waivered.
The place is overpriced, and the shrimp are tiny and the
The place is overpriced, and the shrimp are tiny and the cook comes out and complains about you complaining about his food. It's ridiculous.
Love this place.
Always attractive ladies and great drinks here. Food is awesome. It's well worth the wait.
This place is nice but to expensive for what you get .
Service is average I ordered the steak picado and was dry the sea food enchiladas was cold on the middle. I do r think I will return here. Or I will yes for the atmosphere.
Hall of Fame radio announcer Jim Rome loves Javier's so my
Hall of Fame radio announcer Jim Rome loves Javier's so my wife and I decided to try it when we stayed in Newport Coast next to Cry
FLUCTUATING PRICES11
Strange pricing on items especially specials: Chicken soup "caldo de pollo" which consisted of simple chicken broth, some pieces of chicken and vegetables was priced at $49.00!!! What Mexican restaurant charges $49.00 for a simple bowl of chicken soup, JAVIERS! It was $25.00 the week before! Daniel the manager must have been hit with the "greed streak" that day! With the exception of the price gouging, the atmosphere is 3.5 could be better but it gets loud! Restaurant seating indoors is pretty much on the "dimly lit/dark side; not really pleasant on a beautiful day; seating outdoors is just that; sitting outdoors. Service varies from waiter to waiter; most are disinterested and just "work as usual" especially for "gringos! Diner beware; better to go for good food; decent prices and better service than location!
Great food.
The ambiance is fantastic. Beautifully set by the ocean. One of our faves. Get the A Tabala.
Javier's is an elevated Mexican cuisine restaurant that
Javier's is an elevated Mexican cuisine restaurant that gives me lounge vibes with the gorgeous interior. Located right by the water, it has a prime location for sunset views. It is located across the street from a shopping center so parking is easy but they also have valet service. Service is professional and friendly. They have an extensive list of hand-shaken margaritas, tequilas, and craft cocktails. They are pricey and I was not super impressed by them. For food, I shared the La Tabilta. It is perfect for 2-3 people and is quite the spectacle. Your choice of 2 proteins (skirt steak, carnitas or grilled chicken breast) served with rice, refried beans, guacamole, salsa, green onions and tortillas. The steak is a MUST!! I loved this fajita style platter and I would definitely return for it!
The major benefit this place has going for it is the
The major benefit this place has going for it is the location. Food is mostly bland and not authentic per se but you're probably going to come here for the atmosphere.
Dang, this place shines.
No reservation available. First come first serve basis. Prepare to wait. Foods were worth waiting. I enjoyed braised short rib and my wife had trio seafood enchilada. They were very flavorful and meat was just very tender. A bit spicy but good. Definitely a place to come and have a good time.
Ambiance nice.
Very loud overall. Hard to hear from across the table. Food was good.
It's Javier's.
Enough said. The best. The women's restroom floor was extremely sticky but they cleaned it up right after we told them. Service is very reflective of how I would think Javier planned it in his master vision for life at the restaurant. Easy wheelchair access at the bar. 5 of 5.
POOR MANAGER!
Been here several times. This one was a surprise! INFLATION ALA KEVIN? Ordered an "off the menu but simple chicken soup aka caldo de poll0"; minimal ingredients, maybe 6 at most including the broth. Requested this as on a previous stop the soup was good and affordable @ $20.00 although more than what one would pay at a typical Mexican restaurant ($14-16.00) that includes rice, salsa, lime/lemon, cabbage, etc. This time around, the waiter stated he would ask if the soup could be made, if it wasn't too busy . . . got the soup; it was good, small but good. Then the charge: $34.00! Got charged for the "Pollo Asado" because according to KEVIN the manager, it was "very busy"!! NOTE: it wasn't busy when we arrived and "wasn't busy when we left" lots of vacant tables throughout. ¡pobrecito! Kevin! Guess he needs a pay raise? Mexican food with an "up-town locale" doesn't justify over-charging! Enough! Diners who don't know real Mexican food might want to pass this place, especially when Kevin is around!
Sacrilegious Place
A sacrilegious place with utter disrespect to the Catholic church and Catholics altogether. They build the restaurant in a shape of a church with a fount in the middle and the bathrooms are the exact replica of the confession box. Candles and altar with skulls and bones. I don't know how many have come and gone without an uproar.
My favorite place to eat!
Javier’s is my favorite restaurant! It doesn’t matter if I’m at the one in San Diego, Cabo or Las Vegas. It’s great every single time!! Service is great and the ambiance there is always so nice. Although we had reservations, we still had to wait like 20-30 minutes to be seated, but we went on a Saturday night and everyone was out the night! Waiting didn’t bother me because I knew my Chile Negro and Black mamba was waiting for me. So good!!
Amazing vibes
The place was amazing it had a great vibe and wonderful atmosphere. I had the Enchiladas de Mariscos they were delicious and very flavorful. When I’m town again will definitely will return.
Horrible
Absolutely horrible! Our waiter could not have been ruder. He came to our table and without a smile or pleasant tone said “I’ll be your waiter any questions ?”. We smiled and asked a few questions he then very rudely said that’s what I just said … really? The night went from bad to worse . We waited for everything water , chips salsa The food was average and over priced. I will never go back.
Nice vibe
Great for a nice night out! Beautiful inside- perfect for a date-night or great girls night. Food and service was equally as good. We went out on a night a table was celebrating a tequila birthday- so it was kinda loud... would go back or probably be asked to be moved in the event we came across something similar. We were not on the same party-vibe as them that night. lol.
Trendy restaurant that was a lot of fun.
Went to Javier’s for the first time. Loved it. Food was great. Ambiance was great. Very trendy, especially at night. Service was fine. Lots of young people and energy. I share this not to be negative, but to give you realistic expectations. It was a little loud, but that’s common for a trendy place. Is it expensive, yes. Is it busy/packed, yes. Is it family friendly, at night, not really. Highly recommend making reservations in advance. And yes, I would definitely go again.
I wish I had the name of the moron working the check in
I wish I had the name of the moron working the check in podium on Sunday night, February 19th around 6:30pm. He was a complete douche! We were running behind and called to let them know we'd be behind due to traffic. Some lady that answered said she'd leave a note stating we called and will be about 15 min behind. Ok cool. Once we got there we made it around 6:40, not too bad. Well the moron said we have to wait because we were late. We mentioned what happened and who we spoke with and he didn't care. We went for my bachelorette dinner and we had to wait off the side to get "called" but he never called us, we had to go back to the podium and show our faces, then suddenly he remembered us and said " Oh, your table is ready now." Like okay, you never called us. So anyway, besides that dip, our food and server were great. But as for that little boy who was doing the checking in, he's forgettable after this post.
We always get the most superb service and there's nothing
We always get the most superb service and there's nothing like this atmosphere. The food and drinks always hit the spot. Wish I lived down the street so I could be more of a regular....One day I will!
This place is a vibe! A lot of people recommended Javier's
This place is a vibe! A lot of people recommended Javier's as I am new to the area and we had the best time! We made reservations in advance, parking was a little difficult in the lot, but they also had valet option for $8. Note that some of these reviews made it sound like the parking lot was far from the restaurant, but it's really not. I was a little annoyed we had to stand and wait outside for the whole party to arrive, but they had heating lamps and we were able to take cute photos in front of the sunset. Spacious restaurant, friendly staff, great ambiance, and delicious salsa. A few of us ordered the enchiladas, since it was one of the highly mentioned entrees on Yelp, but we weren't all that impressed. For the price I am paying, I expected better quality. Regardless I think this is a place you should try if you're in the area, great for date night :)
Food was good, unfortunately my lobster enchilada was too
Food was good, unfortunately my lobster enchilada was too salty for my taste. The Chile relleno was too hard. The shrimp enchiladas were amazing. The deserts were very good. I recommend the chocolate Mexican ice cream was bomb! Service was really good. Everyone in there is amazing. Ambiance is beautiful and peaceful.
Javier's checks all the boxes if you are looking for a sexy
Javier's checks all the boxes if you are looking for a sexy looking restaurant with chill vibes, spectacular cocktails including the jalapeño margarita and delicious authentic Mexican food! The servers and bartenders are amazing and make you feel like you are on vacation! It's a great place to watch beautiful people everywhere you look! Come visit Javier's, grab a drink and enjoy!
Great restaurant, the food and drinks was great, and
Great restaurant, the food and drinks was great, and everything came out super fast. The vibes and decor is just immaculate!
Took my Boyfriend out for Dinner for his Birthday & the
Took my Boyfriend out for Dinner for his Birthday & the service here was great! Everyone was super sweet and kind and very attentive. Soni attended us, she was so kind and very sweet. She recommended us the Shrimp Enchiladas, they were super delicious. I've gone to the location in Irvine, but it doesn't compare to the Crystal Cove one. The view is beautiful. I totally recommend going to the Crystal Cove location.
Great service and great food.
Adrian our sever was on top of it all tonight. Our drinks never fell below half and he kept our table clean. The staff are always friendly Hour wait was less than 10 mins.
Another highly enjoyable visit.
Food- awesome. Service- perfect. Tried the churro dessert this time, it was to die for! All other Mexican restaurants are meh compared to Javier's.
Top Of the line.
Great food, service and I will definitely go again. My friend loved it and we will be going there for-sure again.
Best Mexican food in the state.
That is if you enjoy top quality ingredients and not lard.
Amazing Mexican place with a great vibe and amazing drinks.
Chips and salsa - absolutely amazing, almost worth going there just for this.Margaritas - best I've ever had, and they have a huge selection of them. Tamarindo margarita is without a doubt the best; organica margarita, jalapeño margarita, guayaba margarita, and cucumber margarita are all amazing too.Quesadillas - amazing, can eat as an entree too.Fajitas - really great.Arrachera - sliced steak entree, really good.
My favorite place! Food comes out fast always hot.
This place never fails me. Its a must have
I had such a delicious lunch I would recommend the
I had such a delicious lunch I would recommend the seafood enchiladas also the pineapple margarita is 10/10 bursting with flavor
Too expensive for the cost.
Very expensive for lunch. Drinks are highly overpriced. Have never walked away from an expensive meal like this feeling extremely disappointed. Food wasn’t impressive. Fajitas had more giant vegetables and onions than meat. Meat was tender but not worth what was charged. We don’t plan to return.
Family unfriendly, don’t eat there!
Go if you want to be pushed out the door and told that children don’t eat and drink alcohol by the manager Gonzalo. Very bad service. We waited 45 minutes for our family to go to car to drop off the stroller so that we can hold baby all night during dinner. Then manager Gonzalo had the nerve to tell me not yo complain or else he will ask us yo leave. Unbelievable. Go elsewhere in this shopping center, plenty of family friendly options.
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