Javier's - La Jolla

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   Allison VIP

   San Diego4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Fun fact, Javier’s doesn’t believe that their bartenders are capable of making a bad drink….they won’t take back or fix a beverage that is not pleasant to drink. WILD. Food was delicious (thank goodness), service was bare minimum, there was definitely a feeling that our waitress was doing us a favor - zero hospitality. Had a great time with my girlfriend, but I don’t recommend. Bummer.
   

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   alexa

   San Diego4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   I was disappointed by the lack of professionalism at the UTC location. The front staff were not welcoming and seemed disengaged, even laughing when I made a request. Their behavior, such as chewing gum, was not in line with the level of service I expect, especially given the cost. I have always had great experiences at the Newport Beach location, which is why I’m particularly surprised by the decline in service at UTC. I hope this feedback will help improve the experience for future visits that align with Javier’s standards.
   

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   Kaitlin

   Central Texas2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Service was terrible, server failed to recognize birthday despite reservation notes and mentions to them. Server asked if we were ready to order, 4 people said no and server started taking order anyway. Server didn’t explain the menu, didn’t ask if we needed anything, did not stop by to check how the food was, did not come back by table after we were served. Two people were not served exactly as they ordered and three people ended up with chewy overcooked beef. After dinner someone put a desert menu on the table and didn’t even acknowledge us or say a word about it.
   

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   Vladimir VIP

   San Diego8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Great food. Beautiful place the service this occasion no was good that’s usually the waitress gave us bad service unfortunately.
   

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   michelle VIP

   San Diego1 review

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Food and service was good but we had 8pm RSVP And didn’t get seated till 8:45
   

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   Deborah VIP

   Las Vegas61 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Beautiful setting; delicious food & drinks; wonderful service…Noise level, though, was off the charts! The piped music was WAY TOO LOUD. Had that not been the case, it would have been EXCELLENT in every way!
   

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   Jennica VIP

   San Diego24 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   One of our favorite places! They rush you out and are quite pushy about it, which sucks. Just don’t go here if you like to take your time at dinner. But food and vibes are 💯
   

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   Brenda

   San Diego2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 22, 2025

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

   I really enjoyed dinner with our friends. I been here several times but this time I did notice that the prices have gone up alot. Some of the plates don’t even have rice and beans just 2 enchiladas for and outrageous price.
   

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   April

   San Diego18 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

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

   Poor quality ribeye steak- overcooked. Enchiladas were way too spicy. Manager never came to our table to apologize for inconvenience.
   

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    OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

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

    Javier’s is always predictably delicious with authentic Mexican food. The atmosphere is high energy with guests having fun. The decor is beautiful and people take pictures of the incredible handicraft!
    

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