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Javelina - UES, New York, NY

Javelina - UES

4.6
4.6
222 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tex-Mex

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Charming
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 12:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:45
  • Phone number
    (917) 261-7011
  • Website
    http://www.javelinatexmex.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1395 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 222 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Javelina - UES is celebrated for its "always great food and great service," with standout Tex-Mex cuisine. Patrons rave about the "best frozen margaritas," and the "phenomenal Bob Armstrong queso." The atmosphere is "fun and laid back," while the staff, including manager Michael, are "amazing." A must-visit for Tex-Mex lovers!

222 Reviews

  1. Gabi

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    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 2 November 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

    VIP

    Denver

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 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 24 October 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 18 September 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 16 August 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

    VIP

    Portland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 July 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

    VIP

    Denver

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 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 18 July 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

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 July 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 4.6 stars by 222 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
19:00
Booked 23 times today

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Google Map for Javelina - UES

1395 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 72nd and 73rd
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:45
  • 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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