A True Hidden Gem in Newport Beach — Campus JAX is Incredible
I visited Campus JAX last night for their weekly Tuesday Songstage event, and I was really impressed. Kayla Kraemer was hosting a special Holiday Party edition and did a fantastic job — great energy, smooth transitions, and the perfect vibe to kick off the night.
I ordered the Jambalaya for dinner and honestly… it tasted like the best home-cooked meal I’ve had in a long time. Perfectly seasoned, generous portion, and absolutely delicious.
What really sets Campus JAX apart is the atmosphere. It’s not your typical bar-and-grill setup — it feels more like a supper club, which is something truly unique for Orange County. The sound quality was excellent, the music was top-tier, and the room had such a warm, classy, intimate feel to it.
If you’re looking for something different — great food, live music, and a touch of class — Campus JAX is a must-see. Their Tuesday Songstage is absolutely worth checking out, and they have amazing bands playing throughout the week. This is definitely one of the best live-music dining experiences in the area. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jambalaya
Linda Will-Kenyatt
Best place in the OC for live Jazz and good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Pendarvis
For a great venue for live music, Campus Jax is the place to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Claudia Urias
Saw Tijuana Dogs there and they were amazing! The music was awesome. Food was delicious and so were the drinks. Wonderful atmosphere and great vibe. Fun place to go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joyful
Very Dark in an industrial area. Inside very dark and small space. Food looked fresh and the Jojo Chips (a type of fried potatoes) were delicious and you get a ton. Band playing—Tricia Freeman was very good. A few people danced. Seems low key, maybe best suited for dinner with music in background.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ned A. Ibrahim
My wife and I were there last night to listen to a Steely Dan tribute band. One star for the sound system being obnoxiously too loud for a dine-in venue. Made the band sound horrible.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Sheldon
It is always a fun night at Jax when the reflexx are playing. Service was a tiny bit slow but it was packed so totally understandable. Jaxs french fries are the best! And the old fashioned hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Catheryne Manning
It was great .. the kitchen made me a special dish .. this southern gal was all in !! Lovely atmosphere great food ! Love the round robin idea !!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roberta Bryant
Always Awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
concetta Kincaid
OMG the Smooth Sound of Santana was off the charts excellrnt
Food good but portions small. prices high/drinks WEAK
Gary Orona
Awesome place to watch bands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
sheik sattaur
Saw a friend perform and they had a funset
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sergio Ominetti (SHOT999)
Compus Jax and its predecessor when they used to be in Newport Beach, have been amazing since day one. Food is just so good!!! The JackPasta/JackRice is to die for! Anything in the Classic Jax part of the menu is a winner!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly Graves
Great food & atmosphere! Sage makes you feel welcomed from the minute you walk in the door! They have live music too!
A True Hidden Gem in Newport Beach — Campus JAX is Incredible
I visited Campus JAX last night for their weekly Tuesday Songstage event, and I was really impressed. Kayla Kraemer was hosting a special Holiday Party edition and did a fantastic job — great energy, smooth transitions, and the perfect vibe to kick off the night.
I ordered the Jambalaya for dinner and honestly… it tasted like the best home-cooked meal I’ve had in a long time. Perfectly seasoned, generous portion, and absolutely delicious.
What really sets Campus JAX apart is the atmosphere. It’s not your typical bar-and-grill setup — it feels more like a supper club, which is something truly unique for Orange County. The sound quality was excellent, the music was top-tier, and the room had such a warm, classy, intimate feel to it.
If you’re looking for something different — great food, live music, and a touch of class — Campus JAX is a must-see. Their Tuesday Songstage is absolutely worth checking out, and they have amazing bands playing throughout the week. This is definitely one of the best live-music dining experiences in the area. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jambalaya
Best place in the OC for live Jazz and good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For a great venue for live music, Campus Jax is the place to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Saw Tijuana Dogs there and they were amazing! The music was awesome. Food was delicious and so were the drinks. Wonderful atmosphere and great vibe. Fun place to go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very Dark in an industrial area. Inside very dark and small space. Food looked fresh and the Jojo Chips (a type of fried potatoes) were delicious and you get a ton.
Band playing—Tricia Freeman was very good. A few people danced. Seems low key, maybe best suited for dinner with music in background.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
My wife and I were there last night to listen to a Steely Dan tribute band. One star for the sound system being obnoxiously too loud for a dine-in venue. Made the band sound horrible.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
It is always a fun night at Jax when the reflexx are playing. Service was a tiny bit slow but it was packed so totally understandable. Jaxs french fries are the best! And the old fashioned hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
It was great .. the kitchen made me a special dish .. this southern gal was all in !! Lovely atmosphere great food ! Love the round robin idea !!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always Awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
OMG the Smooth Sound of Santana was off the charts excellrnt
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Food good but portions small.
prices high/drinks WEAK
Awesome place to watch bands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saw a friend perform and they had a funset
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Compus Jax and its predecessor when they used to be in Newport Beach, have been amazing since day one. Food is just so good!!! The JackPasta/JackRice is to die for! Anything in the Classic Jax part of the menu is a winner!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food & atmosphere! Sage makes you feel welcomed from the minute you walk in the door! They have live music too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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