Javier's Crystal Cove

Javier's Crystal Cove reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Kent

   Boise5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food and everything was exceptional. Really enjoyed the dining experience
   

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   Stacy

   Phoenix4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   I'll start by saying that we had initially had a reservation for 5, however 3 members of our party could not make it. Instead of seating us in the main dining area, they put us in a booth near the bar area. The table was so low and close to the bench seating that my husband could barely fit. Instead of sitting at that table we moved ourselves to the bar which was much more comfortable. The service was ok. It was definitely not service that I would have expected from a place with the reputation that Javier's has. I ordered the camarones rancheros, and my husband ordered the tomahawk pork chop. Both were so over cook they were dry and tough to chew. I think I had 5 shrimp on my plate along with some tomato wedges and their take on a ranchero sauce. I finished my shrimp and I was still hungry. (I ordered a $6.00 side of Mexican rice to help fill the void). We think they knew that my husbands pork chop was overcooked because after they served it to him they came out a few minutes later with a sauce that they said should "compliment" the pork chop. I had really high hopes for this restaurant, and to say I was disappointed would be an understatement.
   

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   Camron

   Orange County2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was really good experience!! I had read reviews prior to going and a lot of them were bad but when I went it was like the opposite of all the other reviews. Had perfect service, good greeting and was sat right away in the table I had requested. 5 stars Forsure!
   

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   Raj VIP

   Orange County40 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   I was actually shocked at the size of the salad we ordered. It was minuscule and most of the ingredients were in short supply in the salad which was pretty much all lettuce.
   

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   Breana

   San Francisco3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Views/Vibes Amazing! Drinks, amazing. Unfortunately the service here was awful. Our server was so rude :(
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I took my daughter for her bday and reusted an ocean view. The hostess made sure e had one and also wished my daughter a happy bday. The food was excellent.
   

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   Kunal

   Sydney4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We traveled from Australia and was lucky enough to dine at Javier’s Crystal Cove restaurant. My opinion, this is the best restaurant in the world. The service, ambience and food, everything was perfect. The vibe was so happening. We will return each time we return to the USA.
   

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   Tralo

   Orange County10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Overall not what I expected. Loud, chicken breast was bland. Drinks were small, mostly ice, but pricey. Not intimate at all. Not the place to go for romance. More like a club vibe. Loud music. Hard to converse. Tables are wide. You feel far apart.
   

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   Linda VIP

   Orange County41 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a fun vibe. Great place. Great food. Service was awesome. Very loud but fun.
   

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    Loli

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    First timer. Had reservations at 10 p.m on Friday night and the restaurant was packed. The food and drinks are pricey, but strong and delicious. Would definitely return. We were celebrating my birthday and the server did acknowledge it by bringing a vanilla ice cream scoop with fruit and a candle.
    

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