Javier's Irvine Spectrum

4.6

100 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Jan 24, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 156 times today

Good for special occasions
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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
Website
https://www.javiers-cantina.com/
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

Location
536 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
Neighborhood
Irvine
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 100 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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.

100 Reviews

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Michael
VIP
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Went here with my wife and 6 year old. They had something he liked and the adults food was wonderful
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victoria
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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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robert
VIP
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
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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Nilou
Orange County
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days 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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evan
Orange County
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 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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Renee
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2025
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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RochelleK
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
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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Janet
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 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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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 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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Shital
Orange County
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 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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Javier's Irvine Spectrum is rated 4.6 stars by 100 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

Jan 24, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 156 times today

536 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618

Additional information

Neighborhood
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 Lot
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

Website
https://www.javiers-cantina.com/
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

Javier's Irvine Spectrum

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