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Javelina - UES, New York, NY

Javelina - UES

4.7
4.7
222 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tex-Mex

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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, Regional American (Southwestern)
  • 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 222 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Javelina - UES is a Tex-Mex gem in NYC, celebrated for its "best Tex-Mex in NYC" offerings. Guests rave about the "best frozen margaritas" and "phenomenal" queso. The welcoming staff, including manager Michael, ensures "great service." Enjoy a "fun and laid-back vibe" with complimentary chips and salsa.

222 Reviews
  1. Gabi

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Clarisa

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 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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  3. Michael

    Denver

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 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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  4. Spencer

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 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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  5. Francine

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Too loud. Service perfect — wonderful waitress. Food fair for me (enchilada) but everyone else was pleased with theirs.

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  6. Dan

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager Michael and the servers are all amazing here. The food is top-notch, and the frozen margaritas are amazing. A must try if you’re in the UES.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at a high top in bar. This is a regular place for me. Service was a bit lacking, manager had to cover for missing server, bill was wrong - they corrected. It can be a bit loud.

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  8. MichaelB

    Denver

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place best frozen margaritas Chips and salsas are the best. The staff are top notch. Best in NYC

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  9. MelB

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was delicious!! The Bob Armstrong queso is phenomenal. The fajitas were outstanding. For a Tex Mex meal in NYC it really exceeded our expectations.

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  10. johnM

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Tex Mex in NYC for quality of food and pricing.

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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 4.7 stars by 222 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Regional American (Southwestern)
  • 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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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