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Javier's Grill & Cantina

Mexican Restaurant and Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Crystal Cove, Newport Beach
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    Danny O.
    "La Tablita is a must try."(7 Tips)
    Peter C.
    "Lobster enchiladas and Cuervo de la Familia tequilla - must haves"(4 Tips)
    Daniel G.
    "Jalapeño Margarita = to die for."(7 Tips)
    Daniel A.
    "Get the Cabo Azul, the Carnitas, or anything with shrimp or seafood."(10 Tips)
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  • Jerry L.
    Jerry LucasAugust 13, 2018
    This is the taco, enchilada and tamal combo. Very good! The salsa is spicy, but I very much enjoy! By far the fanciest “Javier’s” I have been to by far! Plan in advance, make reservations.
  • Aaron B.heart icon on user image
    Aaron BiebertAugust 23, 2014
    Amazing decor. Love the fire pits and open air seating throughout the restaurant. The food was just as tasty as you'd expect for such a beautiful place. You must try it!
  • Kimi C.
    Kimi ChiangAugust 17, 2014
    Delicious food and amazing service. We didn't make reservations, when we arrived it was a 2-2.5 hr wait. Servers helped us get a table in the lounge in 15 mins !!! Loved everything, esp flaca marg
  • Jonathan P.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan PayneSeptember 11, 2020
    Went with about 10 people. Absolutely everything was amazing! Ceviche, Carnitas,queso fundido, chile relleno, all superb. Also, service here is amazing! Every single person is polite and helpful.
  • Kristen A.heart icon on user image
    Kristen AdamApril 10, 2016
    Best deal in the house is the combo: cheese enchilada & shredded beef taco (really hungry? add the chili relleno). If you truly want the good stuff get the carnitas. refried beans... nuff said.
  • Jeffrey G.heart icon on user image
    Jeffrey GlueckDecember 31, 2014
    Go for la Tablita the taco platter (it's really fajitas). So much food. The carnitas on the bone is tender with a crispy skin, don't miss it
  • Daniel A.heart icon on user image
    Daniel ArcherJune 19, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the Cabo Azul, the Carnitas, or anything with shrimp or seafood. The enchiladas are amazing. And the jalapeño margaritas 😃
  • Trevorheart icon on user image
    TrevorNovember 12, 2019
    Excellent food! Margaritas were on point. Food serving was huge, consider splitting if you eat light!
  • Nicholas V.
    Nicholas VanderBorghMarch 30, 2013
    Awesome seafood. Everyone loved it. . I was the guy who had the ribeye. This is not the place to have a steak. 1. It didnt look like it was 16 oz. 2) it was good but not great.
  • Ravin D.
    Ravin DaveDecember 5, 2013
    The tablita is dank and amaze! Good for two hungry dudes, but just don't eat too many chips before.
  • Rj S.heart icon on user image
    Rj St ThomasAugust 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the house margarita on the rocks, the Shredded beef Chimichanga with extra beef and top it off their caramel flan!
  • Nicholas B.
    Nicholas BMarch 13, 2012
    My wife had the most beautiful baby shower for her girlfriends this past February. Every detail was perfect including the impeccable service. We had a great time, many thanks Javier Jr, Rufino, & Suzi
  • Kelsey K.heart icon on user image
    Kelsey KotzebueMay 2, 2017
    La Tablita is fantastic. Also, the house margarita tastes just as great as the more expensive ones.
  • Danielle C.heart icon on user image
    Danielle CavallucciAugust 5, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Trio of Enchiladas Del Mar.... arrival!! The BEST. DO it!!
  • Danny O.heart icon on user image
    Danny OlivaSeptember 30, 2016
    La Tablita is a must try. Carnitas & Steak fajitas are so gooood.
  • OC Weekly
    OC WeeklyNovember 21, 2011
    Voted Best All-Ages Meat Market in OC Weekly's Best Of 2011 Issue! Wide variety of margaritas and champagne! Click the link to download the Best Of app and view more winners! Read more
  • Lynn P.
    Lynn PinaMarch 19, 2011
    Get the Cabo Azul seafood special with the lobster enchilada, chile relleno stuffed with shrimp and crap and the shrimp taco. It is ridiculously good!
  • Eileen M.
    Eileen MarieJuly 10, 2012
    This menu is difficult to navigate when you're on a diet - lol!
  • Sandy D.
    Sandy DupleichNovember 20, 2011
    Be sure to make reservations on the weekends. Decor and ambiance is off the charts. Food is fantastic too!!
  • Kristen J.heart icon on user image
    Kristen JonesMay 21, 2015
    Get the carnitas and a margarita with your closest friends at sunset!
  • Mezcal El Silencio .heart icon on user image
    #MezcalElSilencio is the best choice for Margaritas, Mezcal Mules, Old Fashioned and Mojitos!!
  • Steve♥Tami
    Steve♥TamiJune 6, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Chicken Fajitas or the Steak Picado. Simply the best around. We drive up from San Diego for this Mexican food. Can't go wrong. Enjoy!
  • I A.heart icon on user image
    I AAugust 12, 2022
    Chicken fajitas and ice tea was amazing 🤩
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeAugust 16, 2016
    This 9+ rating is ridiculous. Definitely a scene in Newport Beach but food is not cheap and the quality is not aligned to price. Beans and rice side were not up to snuff. Jalapeno marg was not spicy
  • Maurizio C.
    Maurizio CocchiMarch 1, 2014
    Cool to stay at the bar, eat what you like and enjoy the atmosphere
  • Katie Z.
    Katie ZuccaroAugust 5, 2013
    Great food, atmosphere, location and awesome place to people watch ;)
  • Jun D.heart icon on user image
    Jun DFebruary 23, 2013
    Try La Tablita! It's so good! Enough for 2 to 3 people!!
  • John D.
    John DunnJune 8, 2010
    Can't go wrong with Carnitas. Queso and Guacamole go great with the Chips. Order a pitcher of margaritas, you'll want more.
  • Geoff Y.heart icon on user image
    Geoff YaleSeptember 1, 2017
    Everything is amazing
  • Bill F.
    Bill FaethMay 18, 2013
    The bone on carnitas is to die for. Trust me.
  • DJ Lizzie C.heart icon on user image
    DJ Lizzie CSeptember 13, 2013
    Cadillac margaritas are great. Chicken salad was yum
  • C.J. F.
    C.J. FladgerJune 1, 2013
    The food was amazing!!! Service was fantastic!! The best date night!!
  • Lene.e ~.heart icon on user image
    Lene.e ~~February 16, 2015
    The crab enchiladas are a win!
  • Nidhi K.heart icon on user image
    Nidhi KayMarch 9, 2022
    Lobster enchiladas is a must!
  • Kevin W.
    Kevin WoodridgeJune 6, 2014
    Fav of mine highly recommend! Read more
  • Joshua S.
    Joshua SteckerMay 9, 2010
    If you're on a date, order the La Tablita. Great make-your-own taco dish, perfect for two.
  • Negeen
    NegeenAugust 12, 2012
    Get the "Ensalada de Carne Asada"! SO GOOD.
  •  b ǝıןןǝʞ
     b ǝıןןǝʞOctober 29, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    mhm it's all about seen and be seen. The better you dress the better the service, sad but true
  • Alexandra E.
    Alexandra EsparzaOctober 22, 2013
    Best carnitas I have every had!
  • Kellie
    KellieDecember 17, 2011
    The Guacamole is perfect along with a good sipping tequila
  • Amir Z.
    Amir ZonoziNovember 17, 2015
    Jalapeño margarita is like yoga for your taste buds.
  • @dentalgaymer
    @dentalgaymerJune 11, 2011
    Hot spot Friday & Saturday nights. Make reservations! - @dentalgaymer
  • Vanessa W.
    Vanessa WeeksMarch 4, 2012
    I had the shrimp and drank Patron on the rocks - this place is a hot spot!
  • Christopher M.heart icon on user image
    The seafood quesadilla is bomb.
  • Erik C.
    Erik CFebruary 2, 2012
    Took Corina's tip, Seafood Enchiladas are great, highly recommend them
  • Gabe G.
    Gabe GoldfeldJanuary 29, 2014
    Amazing margaritas!
  • corina w.
    corina wolfeJune 25, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Seafood Enchiladas to die for....and the Margaritas are soooo yummy!!!! Bring on the Margaritas.!!!:-)
  • Ben D.
    Ben DunhamNovember 13, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Try their signature margaritas. Jalapeños flavored one is a must try :]
  • Joanne K.
    Joanne KimOctober 16, 2014
    Best damn mole I've ever had.
  • Angelina Z.heart icon on user image
    Angelina ZeppieriFebruary 10, 2015
    Lobster enchiladas and shrimp ceviche.
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