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Javelina - UES, New York, NY

Javelina - UES

4.8
4.8
228 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tex-Mex

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
Welcome to Javelina, New York City's only authentic Tex-Mex restaurant!

Home of the best Queso & Margaritas in New York City!

*Please note If you are booking STANDARD SEATING this will be for an indoor table. 

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex, Mexican, Southwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (917) 261-7011
  • Website
    http://www.javelinatexmex.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1395 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    Between 72nd and 73rd
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    50 feet from the 72nd Q subway stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 228 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Javelina - UES is a vibrant Tex-Mex haven, renowned for its "freaking awesome" cuisine and "best margaritas in NYC." Patrons enjoy "great service," a "fun and laid back vibe," and complimentary chips and salsa. The ambiance is lively but conversational, making it perfect for an enjoyable dining experience.

228 Reviews

  1. Brittany

    VIP

    New York City

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Waiter wasn’t great but loved the food and drinks!

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  2. Dan

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is kid, friendly, and wallet friendly. The frozen margaritas are to die for. The service here is always on point.

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  3. Jennifer

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Patty was an absolute queen and took such great care of our family during a 75th birthday celebration. Our food was delicious and the fajitas gave me leftovers for days! Such a fun spot and energetic atmosphere, 5/5 will absolutely be back!

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  4. Michael

    VIP

    Denver

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Freaking awesome, you will not Find better Tex-mex in NYC THE Margaritas are excellent Fajitas are the best!! Great bartender, great service You can’t ask for more

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  5. john

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is always good and reasonably priced. Service and water refills are quick. Best Tex Mex in the Upper East Side.

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  6. Kerry

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I called the restaurant to tell them we would be 15 minutes late. We actually arrived 25 minutes late. They graciously held the reservation for us. Everyone was kind. The service is great…attentive but not smothering. Chips and salsa are good. Fish tacos excellent. Ambiance is just what you would expect. A bit loud, but not unpleasant. You can still hear your conversation. I highly recommend Javalina.

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  7. Gabi

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As a Texan living in New York I miss true Tex Mex food and this place was really good!! The queso is great

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  8. Clarisa

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food tasted very good and service was great! however it was a little pricey.

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  9. Michael

    VIP

    Denver

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best margaritas in NYC Service is always great!! Chips and salsa makes me think I’m in Texas

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  10. Spencer

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place - they give you free chips and salsa! A rare find in NYC Mexican restaurants. Queso is delicious, drinks are good, entrees are good, prices are fair, vibe is cool and relaxed. Very fun and laid back vibe in here, highly recommend for an easy and fun dinner.

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FAQs

Javelina - UES does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Javelina - UES also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (917) 261-7011.

Javelina - UES is rated 4.8 stars by 228 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Javelina - UES

1395 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 72nd and 73rd
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex, Mexican, Southwest
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    50 feet from the 72nd Q subway stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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