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Javier's Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, CA

Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4.6
4.6
99 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 143 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Javier's Irvine Spectrum serves original Mexican cuisine. Opened in 2004 and located close to the 405 and 5 freeways, the restaurant offers numerous entrees and combo meals. Javier's Irvine Spectrum selects and serves only the freshest ingredients, including sustainable and in-season seafood, natural chicken and center-cut #1 prime Angus beef. Every dish is prepared fresh to order, and guests may sit in the spacious main dining room, on the intimate patio, at the bar or in a private dining area.The dining room is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Javier's Irvine Spectrum's full bar is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Reservations are accepted.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 872-2101
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    JAVIER'S offers a range of options for banquets and private parties, whether for corporate luncheons or family gatherings. Our Banquet options can cater to various group sizes, Enjoy superior service, gourmet Mexican cuisine, and a sophisticated ambiance. Please contact the Banquet Cordinator. Call to Reserve 949-872-2101
  • Area
    Irvine
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 99 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Mexican

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Javier's Irvine Spectrum offers a "beautiful restaurant" with "great ambiance" and "fantastic service." The food is "super flavorful," featuring standout dishes like the "enchiladas de camarón" and "mole poblano with chicken." Despite being "expensive," the overall experience is "worth every penny." Reservations are recommended to avoid wait times.

99 Reviews
  1. victoria

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and drinks, had enchiladas and pepino margaritas

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  2. robert

    VIP

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice setting, good food, however, very expensive for what you get.

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  3. Nilou

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food quality has declined from the past. Overall, it was a pleasant place with nice staff and ambience. This culture of servers rushing to take your plate is ridiculous. Literally few times the sever asked to take away my plate while I was eating the food.

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  4. evan

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Made reservations month in advance, they tried to stick our table in the waiting area! Than sat us outside in the cold with our 75+ year old guests. They than told me that everything on the menu is precooked with onions and they couldn't get me anything unless I wanted fish. So everything is apparently pre-made and they couldn't accommodate me. Ruined my wife's birthday. Will never go back.

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  5. Renee

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and amazing drinks!! Service was attentive and polite. Would recommend to anyone!!

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  6. RochelleK

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect evening to catch up with some dear friends in town visiting! It’s been awhile since we’ve been dined at Javier’s! The food and atmosphere was awesome! Sidenote: PLEASE BRING JAVI’S BACK TO the JOHN WAYNE (SNA) AIRPORT!!!!!!! We miss it sooooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  7. Janet

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved my experience from the start to end! The good and staff are excellent.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious . Best drinks we’ve ever had . Fabulousl ambiance

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  9. Shital

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are a vegetarian or vegan you have to let the waiter know. I have been here a few times and just now learned their vegetable enchilada comes in a sauce that has chicken broth. I think the menu needs to be more informative or the waiter needs to ask more questions. I had the vegan vegetable enchiladas and they were delicious! We ordered 3 different kinds of margaritas and we were disappointed in all of them. Service was good but they were also very busy so I understand. Ambiance was great!

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  10. celynda

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had such an amazing experience. I celebrated my birthday and the staff was so accommodating. I truly appreciate the extent you all went to ensure my entire family sat together. It was important to me and you saw that. Amazing customer service and amazing food and drinks! 5s across the board easily!

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Javier's Irvine Spectrum is rated 4.6 stars by 99 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 143 times today
Google Map for Javier's Irvine Spectrum

536 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618

Additional information

  • Area
    Irvine
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 872-2101
  • Private party facilities
    JAVIER'S offers a range of options for banquets and private parties, whether for corporate luncheons or family gatherings. Our Banquet options can cater to various group sizes, Enjoy superior service, gourmet Mexican cuisine, and a sophisticated ambiance. Please contact the Banquet Cordinator. Call to Reserve 949-872-2101
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