Asked for a booth the hostess was awful said there are no open booths i see six this is the second time they would not seat us in a booth the hostess is so unfriendly won’t be coming back?
Rojan A. Shahba
From the moment you are greeted, you get a VIP treatment. The servers are all super friendly and professional. Food is ok. But I go there for the drinks and service. Great for business meetings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maria Goyich
Dined at the Irvine Spectrum location since Newport Beach is temp closed. Food portions were noticeably smaller than usual, margaritas had minimal alcohol in them if any? I'm a light weight and can usually feel something after 1 drink. Didn’t feel anything after 2! Super disappointing. Server was great, but support staff was trying to take our plates before we were finished with food still present. So sad to give a bad review as Javier’s has always been a favorite. Time to seek out some new venues!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Lisa Lane
I literally paid $25 each for 4 enchiladas=$100.00!!! NO RICE, NO BEANS. Just two dinners with 2 enchiladas on each plate-That's it! That's the "new" menu..I love my lobster enchiladas, but I won't be back...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
I R
The food is good but there were no options, if you add or remove an ingredient from a dish you are charged extra. The drinks weren’t good. Service was a struggle as our server didn’t speak English and the loud atmosphere with music and people shouting didn’t help either. But I have to say service was so fast even our plates was removed while we were still eating.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Julius Gillmore
We’ve been here a few to several times and the food, service and drinks have all been great each visit. It’s a great place to get quality food & drinks before watching a movie or after shopping.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ameen Shawwa
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Javier's Restaurant in Irvine, and I am thrilled to share my enthusiastic 5-star review of this exceptional dining establishment.From the moment I entered Javier's, I was greeted by an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication. The restaurant's stylish decor and warm ambiance immediately set the stage for a memorable dining experience.The cuisine at Javier's is nothing short of extraordinary. Drawing inspiration from traditional Mexican flavors and ingredients, each dish is crafted with precision and care, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. From the savory carne asada to the succulent seafood ceviche, every bite was a delight to the senses.In addition to its delectable food offerings, Javier's boasts an impressive selection of handcrafted cocktails and fine wines. The expertly crafted drinks perfectly complemented the flavors of the dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience.The service at Javier's is impeccable. From the attentive waitstaff to the knowledgeable sommeliers, every member of the team goes above and beyond to ensure that guests feel welcomed and well taken care of. Their professionalism and attention to detail truly elevate the dining experience to new heights.The ambiance at Javier's is equally delightful. Whether dining in the intimate indoor dining room or al fresco on the charming patio, guests are treated to a memorable dining experience surrounded by beauty and tranquility.Overall, my experience at Javier's Restaurant in Irvine was nothing short of exceptional, earning it a well-deserved 5-star rating. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a delicious meal, I highly recommend dining at Javier's. Thank you, Javier's Restaurant, for an unforgettable culinary journey—I can't wait to return!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Ice Cream, Trio De Enchiladas Del Mar, Tacos Dorados, Javier's Ensalada, Tacos
Miguel Rodriguez
Great service and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Billy DeCola
Food and atmosphere were excellent. Price was a bit high but it was well worth every penny.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandon Hall
Overall our experience here was good. We arrived and we were seated promptly with our reservation and greeted quickly by our waiter. He was very helpful to explain the menus and answered any questions we had. We started with Shrimp Ceviche which was very good, large shrimp pieces but could have used a little more citrus and was very close to a shrimp cocktail. My wife ordered a trios plate which was very good, with a great choice of seafood inside. I ordered the braised ribs, the sauce and meat had such a great flavor, the only complaint I had was that it was luke warm (maybe mine finished first and they had to wait on my wife's to come out?). The rice was very good. We will come back to try some different plates at some point. Our waiter played the largest part of us wanting to come back.
Javier's Restaurant has lovely decor and inviting atmosphere, as showcased by the metal tree artwork at the entrance. The staff are attentive, accomodating, and friendly! We enjoyed being seated in a semi private room and it made the dining experience that much better.We ordered the trio de ceviche, guacamole, and queso fundido as appetizers. They were all delicious. We had the carne tampiqueña, arrachera, enchiladas de vegetales, among other dishes. Again, all very delicious. For dessert we had the tres leches cake, fried ice cream, and chocolate cake. The fried ice cream dish was the favorite. I was also a big fan of their guava margarita mocktail!I would reserve this for special occasion due to costs but it's definitely worth trying.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Stacie R
We made reservations for dinner and waited approximately like 15 minutes to be seated. Our server was very attentive with us throughout the night. The food was delicious and so were the drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Enchiladas, Mole Poblano, Chicken Taquitos, Tacos Dorados, Beans and Rice, Guacamole and Chips
Gary Hessler
Excellent Guacamole! I had the short ribs and they were really good. Nice kick to the sauce which is like a dark mole'
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomahawk Pork Chop, Guacamole and Chips
Youngseok Jung
It takes about 20 minutes to wait and costs about $250 for dinner for four people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert
The prices have gone way up. Used to be my go to but there are too many new mexican restaurants at a better price now.Their enchilada plate used to be with rice and beans for $35. Now, no beans and rice, only 2 enchiladas for $32. You need to buy the rice and beans separately now.
Asked for a booth the hostess was awful said there are no open booths i see six this is the second time they would not seat us in a booth the hostess is so unfriendly won’t be coming back?
From the moment you are greeted, you get a VIP treatment. The servers are all super friendly and professional. Food is ok. But I go there for the drinks and service. Great for business meetings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dined at the Irvine Spectrum location since Newport Beach is temp closed. Food portions were noticeably smaller than usual, margaritas had minimal alcohol in them if any? I'm a light weight and can usually feel something after 1 drink. Didn’t feel anything after 2! Super disappointing. Server was great, but support staff was trying to take our plates before we were finished with food still present. So sad to give a bad review as Javier’s has always been a favorite. Time to seek out some new venues!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
I literally paid $25 each for 4 enchiladas=$100.00!!! NO RICE, NO BEANS. Just two dinners with 2 enchiladas on each plate-That's it! That's the "new" menu..I love my lobster enchiladas, but I won't be back...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
The food is good but there were no options, if you add or remove an ingredient from a dish you are charged extra. The drinks weren’t good. Service was a struggle as our server didn’t speak English and the loud atmosphere with music and people shouting didn’t help either. But I have to say service was so fast even our plates was removed while we were still eating.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
We’ve been here a few to several times and the food, service and drinks have all been great each visit. It’s a great place to get quality food & drinks before watching a movie or after shopping.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Javier's Restaurant in Irvine, and I am thrilled to share my enthusiastic 5-star review of this exceptional dining establishment.From the moment I entered Javier's, I was greeted by an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication. The restaurant's stylish decor and warm ambiance immediately set the stage for a memorable dining experience.The cuisine at Javier's is nothing short of extraordinary. Drawing inspiration from traditional Mexican flavors and ingredients, each dish is crafted with precision and care, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. From the savory carne asada to the succulent seafood ceviche, every bite was a delight to the senses.In addition to its delectable food offerings, Javier's boasts an impressive selection of handcrafted cocktails and fine wines. The expertly crafted drinks perfectly complemented the flavors of the dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience.The service at Javier's is impeccable. From the attentive waitstaff to the knowledgeable sommeliers, every member of the team goes above and beyond to ensure that guests feel welcomed and well taken care of. Their professionalism and attention to detail truly elevate the dining experience to new heights.The ambiance at Javier's is equally delightful. Whether dining in the intimate indoor dining room or al fresco on the charming patio, guests are treated to a memorable dining experience surrounded by beauty and tranquility.Overall, my experience at Javier's Restaurant in Irvine was nothing short of exceptional, earning it a well-deserved 5-star rating. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a delicious meal, I highly recommend dining at Javier's. Thank you, Javier's Restaurant, for an unforgettable culinary journey—I can't wait to return!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Ice Cream, Trio De Enchiladas Del Mar, Tacos Dorados, Javier's Ensalada, Tacos
Great service and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and atmosphere were excellent. Price was a bit high but it was well worth every penny.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overall our experience here was good. We arrived and we were seated promptly with our reservation and greeted quickly by our waiter. He was very helpful to explain the menus and answered any questions we had. We started with Shrimp Ceviche which was very good, large shrimp pieces but could have used a little more citrus and was very close to a shrimp cocktail. My wife ordered a trios plate which was very good, with a great choice of seafood inside. I ordered the braised ribs, the sauce and meat had such a great flavor, the only complaint I had was that it was luke warm (maybe mine finished first and they had to wait on my wife's to come out?). The rice was very good. We will come back to try some different plates at some point. Our waiter played the largest part of us wanting to come back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Javier's Restaurant has lovely decor and inviting atmosphere, as showcased by the metal tree artwork at the entrance. The staff are attentive, accomodating, and friendly! We enjoyed being seated in a semi private room and it made the dining experience that much better.We ordered the trio de ceviche, guacamole, and queso fundido as appetizers. They were all delicious. We had the carne tampiqueña, arrachera, enchiladas de vegetales, among other dishes. Again, all very delicious. For dessert we had the tres leches cake, fried ice cream, and chocolate cake. The fried ice cream dish was the favorite. I was also a big fan of their guava margarita mocktail!I would reserve this for special occasion due to costs but it's definitely worth trying.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
We made reservations for dinner and waited approximately like 15 minutes to be seated. Our server was very attentive with us throughout the night. The food was delicious and so were the drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Enchiladas, Mole Poblano, Chicken Taquitos, Tacos Dorados, Beans and Rice, Guacamole and Chips
Excellent Guacamole! I had the short ribs and they were really good. Nice kick to the sauce which is like a dark mole'
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomahawk Pork Chop, Guacamole and Chips
It takes about 20 minutes to wait and costs about $250 for dinner for four people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The prices have gone way up. Used to be my go to but there are too many new mexican restaurants at a better price now.Their enchilada plate used to be with rice and beans for $35. Now, no beans and rice, only 2 enchiladas for $32. You need to buy the rice and beans separately now.