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Javier's

3.6 (4.7k reviews)
PriceyMexican, Bars, Desserts
Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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Trendy
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Open seating if you come early and beat the crowds.
Michelle Z.

Javier's in Newport Beach has been my favorite place to chill in the early afternoons every few years. I say that because around 2 pm on a Wednesday, it's easy to get in and out. Ample parking, attentive service, and great food. On Wednesday, I was solo and ordered two Cucumber Jalapeño margaritas with salsa and chips. After I enjoyed scoping out every inch of the awesome decor and ambience, I ordered the famous beans. Boy are they delicious! Next came Enchiladas Mariscos which knocked it out of the park. Beautifully presented, great temperature, and the zesty green sauce was delicious. To my surprise the rice and beans no longer come along with this amazing entree. That rubbed me wrong. Adding $18 to my lunch made me wrinkle my nose and ask why? No beans and no rice, no business. Kelley the hostess was amazing, Martin was attentive, Augustin the manager was cordial. The staff there especially the bartender Salvador whom I've know for many years are memorable. Keep it that way.

Birthday ice cream for my nephew
Catherine C.

$15 Valet Parking is 100% WORTH IT! Parking is a challenge in this shopping center. Ambiance is lively and energetic! Great for a date night! Great for large groups! Many celebrating a birthday tonight Hector was our server and was simply fantastic! Stopped by our table frequently to make sure we had everything we needed without interrupting our conversation. We're so grateful! Every dish we ordered was not only made perfectly but the presentation was FIRST CLASS! We enjoyed every moment and look forward to returning again soon!

Outdoor seating and bar
Angie N.

Lovely outdoor setting with an amazing staff. There's nothing quite like catching the fresh ocean breeze while enjoying incredible food and drinks.

Nancy D.

Visited Javier's in Newport Beach on a Sunday evening. Reservations are definitely recommended--they were very busy, but with our reservation we were seated right away. The ambiance is beautiful, and the location right across from the beach makes it even better. They offer both valet and self-parking, which is convenient. Service was prompt and attentive, especially considering how busy they were, and the food was tasty and well prepared. Overall, everything was good and we had an enjoyable experience. There really wasn't anything I could complain about, but at the same time, nothing particularly wowed me or made it a place I'd go out of my way to visit regularly. That said, it's a beautiful restaurant with good food, good service, and a great atmosphere--definitely worth experiencing.

Jenna B.

What a pleasant surprise! Javier's completely blew me away. The food was absolutely delicious, I got the chopped salad with grilled chicken, which was flavorful and refreshing and my husband got the steak fajitas which were also bomb! The portions weren't huge but perfect for us and definitely worth it. The staff were very kind and overall amazing from start to finish. The space itself is beautiful, it hits the perfect mix of cozy and elegant. I will definitely be back!

Olivia A.

I've lived in the US for 10 years, and this was easily the worst service experience I've ever had at a high-end restaurant. We came for a birthday lunch, and the restaurant was not busy at all -- about all of the tables were empty. The hostess, an older Latina woman, seated us in a corner table. We politely asked if we could switch to a different spot with a better view and looked around at the open tables. We were respectful the entire time, but she was rude from the very start, with a terrible attitude. My friend later told me she slammed our menus down on the table and pouted. It was shockingly unprofessional. I couldn't help but wonder: if she doesn't like her job, she shouldn't be working in hospitality. We even questioned whether we were receiving this treatment because of our race. We requested to speak with the manager. Unfortunately, the manager's response was dismissive and perfunctory. We never received any genuine apology for the hostess's behavior. This level of treatment is completely unacceptable for a restaurant of this caliber. That said, our server who took care of our table was wonderful. He was polite and attentive, and he's the only reason this review is not a total disaster.

The beautiful bar.
Mark S.

We loved our last visit to Javier's. We were lucky enough to get seats at the bar looking out to the ocean. Oustanding service and great food. My wife said the crab enchiladas is oneof the best things she ever ate!

Menu - Margaritas
Simon K.

Food is hit or miss. I got the Cabo Azul combo with Lobster Enchilada, Shrimp Taco, and Crab Poblano Pepper. Everything was fresh but flavorless. And the tortillas did not seem to be homemade. My wife got the Steak Picado and loved it. Our friend got the Fideo Del Mar, essentially seafood pasta in a pink sauce. She loved it. The hand cut thick fries were awesome. As for drinks, the Javier's Margarita was great, the Casa Margarita was flavorless, the Pina Margarita was phenomenal, the Espresso Martini (not Marco's style) was great. My wife was happy they had New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. The Pastel Tres Leches cake was average. The Fried Ice Cream was excellent. Service was prompt and courteous. The ambience is high end, everybody dresses up, and it's definitely a see and be seen place. There's a bar area that you can stand around with drinks and socialize. In the dining area there are huge tables that are great for large groups. I saw many adult birthday parties happening. Parking is quick and easy with valet.

Shen Y.

Enchiladas de Camarones (packed with shrimp and crab, so yummy) - Guacamole Nachos - Empanadas de Camarón (the crust is super crispy, stuffed with tender shrimp, topped with creamy sauce, cheese, and pesto - so rich and flavorful) Definitely recommend! The Trio de Enchiladas Lobster, shrimp, and fish. The sauce is killer, feels like avocado and cheese. - Steak Picado (made with premium Angus sirloin, stir-fried with tomatoes, onions, and pasilla chilies, seasoned with garlic and cilantro) You gotta try this! - Ceviche de Ahi (so fresh, refreshing, and sweet) Totally loved it Service is great. They have performance at night and the ambience is pretty chill and full of cultural decorations.

Dirty Martini
Alma R.

We love great Mexican food and when in Irvine we always make a stop at Javier's. They have the best atmosphere, day or night. We stopped during the day this time and were sat in the bar area, super fun! My hubby had chicken enchiladas and I had their Salmon Salad. I wish there was more salad but the size of the salmon made up for it. It was cooked to perfection and seasoned really well. Of course we had to indulge in a couple of Lemon Martinis, mine with a shot of Chambord. And yes, we treated ourselves to some fried ice cream for dessert with an Espresso Martini. The service is always top notch and super friendly. It made for another excellent dining experience.

Ensalada De Asada
Mariah R.

10/10 Experience. Salad was delicious and service was amazing! Our waitress Alexa was very attentive to our table, and was always on it!

Tomahawk
Bubu N.

Food is good!! It was packed and lively on a Tuesday night. I definitely felt underdressed going here. Table consensus: tomahawk was the star of the meal. Cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and they packed the bone for my dog later XD I'd skip the drinks they were ok. Loved the fried ice cream. It's pricey but nice on a special occasion

Paloma (Top) & Pepino Margarita (Bottom)
Angela N.

I love Javier's! This is probably one of my favorite locations mainly for the beautiful ocean views and vibes. Definitely try go get a table on the patio if you want the best experience. I came with a friend to catch up over some food and drinks. Any of their margaritas are good but I usually go for either spicy or pepino (cucumber). I decided to order one of the combo plates that came with a shredded beef taco, cheese enchilada, rice, and beans. It was pretty good. I think the combo plates are the best bang for your buck since this place can be a bit pricey.

Dessert- yummiest chocolate cake ever. Very rich

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Ask the Community - Javier's

Do they show nfl games?

Not sure! I Am always hanging out with friends talking and laughing. Never had attention to that!

Do I need to reserve?

It's very busy. I would

Does Javier's offer take out options?

Yes they do have the option for take out orders ☺️

How can I make a reservation ? They don't answer the phone and no option online

Depends for how many people... I came for a table for two, and they were able to just do a walk-in.

How can i get a gift card for a gift?

Last time I bought a gift card, I went in and the hostess got one for me. This current Javier's is under renovation and closed right now, but there is another one in Irvine at the Irvine Spectrum.

Do they take reservations for the lounge?

On their website, it states they take reservations over the phone. However, we tried calling for a while and no one answered. However, we just decided to try walking in and managed to get seated right away on a Monday evening during the dinner rush.

Is there a dress code?

Not really. Guests are dressed from beach wear to business casual.

Do they have any gluten free options or make gluten allergy accommodations?

I am also gluten-free so and dairy free so I just ask for chicken enchiladas with corn tortillas and a green sauce no cheese but you will have to ask if they have specific gluten-free things and as usual the chips and salsa are gluten-free enjoy!

I hear this place is really a 'meat market' is it true?

In my opinion. I go with friends or family at lunch time or dinner, so I am not sure what would happen later on in the evening...

Are they dog friendly?

NO!

Do they sell gift cards?

Yes they do, need my address to send me 1,lol.

What is the restaurant's corkage policy?

I was there this summer- it was $30

Do you have self parking or valet only?

There is self parking in the lot surrounding the area!

Are they dog friendly?

Yes, they love dogs and plenty of outside seating!

What time is happy happy hour?

They don't have one

Can you walk in and stand at the bar for drinks or do you need to sit with a reservation?

I've been trying to call to make a reservation and I can't get through?

That's typical for that place. You might want to try open table.

Does the Newport Location take reservations?

Yes, They do!

Is this place 21 and over?

No, family friendly

What is the max amount of people per table during this time?

Most of the outdoor tables were set up for parties of six. But, I ate there on Saturday and I saw a group of 8 at a table.

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We came here for a date night and had a great time! On Sunday nights they close early (8pm) and…read morethey also have last call for food around 6:30pm. We got here just in time so we decided to order 5 items to make sure we'd be full, and it was a great amount of food! We got the hummus with lavash (which is quite a lot of hummus!), the yellowtail crudo, ahi crudo, shrimp taquitos and steak skewers. My favorite was the ahi crudo, with the yellowtail crudo and shrimp taquitos being close seconds. Honestly everything was good. The portion sizes are kind of small for the meat and seafood items but the hummus was pretty large, so I'm glad we had that to help fill us up. Both seafood crudos come with chips and they are in a citrus sauce with avocado and cucumber. The food presentation is excellent. Everything looks gourmet and comes with a beautiful garnish. They were also able to accommodate our request to leave out the spicy things (like serrano peppers and jalapeno oil), so we really appreciated that! For drinks we got the Pretty in Pink margarita and the Golden Hour, which is a prosecco cocktail. I loved the Golden Hour! The Pretty in Pink was decent, but I personally don't like margaritas that much so I'm probably not the best person to ask about it (that one was my husband's drink). It wasn't too crowded when we came so we were able to sit in a semi-private corner on some lounge chairs and watch the sunset. Perfect for date night! Since this is at the top of Lido Hotel, they only have valet parking, unless you go across the street to self-park, so just be aware of that. We had a great time here!

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