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Casual tavern with comfy booths featuring sandwiches, burgers & a varied beer selection.
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Address: 25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr Unit F140, Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (949) 388-8900
Website: https://www.jfamous.com/locations/
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Reviews
Ann C
Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern – Dana Point is a high-end restaurant with a great atmosphere and excellent service.
However, unfortunately, my first dining experience wasn’t that great.
First of all, we spontaneously decided to come here so I just quickly reviewed the menu. I decided to have the meatballs or wings and dessert.
Unfortunately, the meatballs are only available on Monday. The chicken wings are only on the happy hour menu which is available on weekdays only.
Next, we had six adults and a toddler. It was not easy to have a conversation at our big round table because the environment was loud. Also, my pictures did not turn out well because the lighting was a bit too dark. All the videos show and contain family members whom I cannot post in public. If I am wrong don’t take it personally. This is my humble opinion only.
Lastly, my husband and I both made a big mistake by having shakes. Because our meal took longer than expected, we finished our drinks before the food arrived and felt full.
I barely ate any of my lasagna when it finally came although it looked delicious and was a really generous portion.
All in all, our highlight of the night was the shakes. I highly recommend the PB&J flavor. It was outstanding. But it was gigantic. It was twice as large as what you might get at another restaurant.
… moreHowever, unfortunately, my first dining experience wasn’t that great.
First of all, we spontaneously decided to come here so I just quickly reviewed the menu. I decided to have the meatballs or wings and dessert.
Unfortunately, the meatballs are only available on Monday. The chicken wings are only on the happy hour menu which is available on weekdays only.
Next, we had six adults and a toddler. It was not easy to have a conversation at our big round table because the environment was loud. Also, my pictures did not turn out well because the lighting was a bit too dark. All the videos show and contain family members whom I cannot post in public. If I am wrong don’t take it personally. This is my humble opinion only.
Lastly, my husband and I both made a big mistake by having shakes. Because our meal took longer than expected, we finished our drinks before the food arrived and felt full.
I barely ate any of my lasagna when it finally came although it looked delicious and was a really generous portion.
All in all, our highlight of the night was the shakes. I highly recommend the PB&J flavor. It was outstanding. But it was gigantic. It was twice as large as what you might get at another restaurant.
Audrey Morales
When we walked in we were expecting a long wait. The host sat us immediately!
We were very pleased with the environment of this restaurant. Very clean, and they even open some windows to let the beautiful beach air inside.
Our food and drinks were ordered and then served to us very quickly! We were amazed by the service of this place.
We ordered the Double Smashburger, and the Braised Short Rib. Both were phenomenal. My favorite was the Burger, they mastered that sauce! And The fries…cooked in beef tallow or avocado oil? Anyways we got the garlic parmesan ones and they were delicious.
Our server was so kind and personable. Overall we had such an amazing experience!
… moreWe were very pleased with the environment of this restaurant. Very clean, and they even open some windows to let the beautiful beach air inside.
Our food and drinks were ordered and then served to us very quickly! We were amazed by the service of this place.
We ordered the Double Smashburger, and the Braised Short Rib. Both were phenomenal. My favorite was the Burger, they mastered that sauce! And The fries…cooked in beef tallow or avocado oil? Anyways we got the garlic parmesan ones and they were delicious.
Our server was so kind and personable. Overall we had such an amazing experience!
Zeek & Rene Restaurant Promoters
Wow !!! This was our first time trying out Jimmy’s and we gotta say we were very impressed. We were seated quickly even though it was very busy and once we ordered our food was at our table within 10 minutes. Very impressive!
The atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly, with plenty of space to enjoy together. What really makes it special is the view-it’s beautiful and adds so much to the dining experience.
We were very pleased with the environment of this restaurant. Very clean, and they even open some windows to let the beautiful beach air inside.
The service was excellent-friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing.
The food was delicious. Absolutely loved our meal here! Everything that we have ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
We have tried: Grilled local fish sandwich , Classic smash burger , Southern fried chicken and we have also had their delicious milkshakes – highly recommended!
The food was fresh and hot, and the portions were surprisingly large. The fish was locally sourced and you can taste the freshness in every bite.
The fried chicken was perfection, they serve Mary’s chicken and that’s the best chicken that you can get ( it’s pasture and humanly raised) , our favorite chicken that we get from Whole Foods and Sprouts. It’s a Must Try dish!
The burger was delicious and perfectly paired with their secret sauce, yummy !
Overall: Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is the perfect spot for a relaxing meal with family and friends! Between the great service, amazing food, and stunning setting, Jimmy’s Famous is a place we always look forward to visiting.
Highly recommended for a casual yet elevated dining experience.
Also they have great happy hour menu, definitely one of the best in town!
… moreThe atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly, with plenty of space to enjoy together. What really makes it special is the view-it’s beautiful and adds so much to the dining experience.
We were very pleased with the environment of this restaurant. Very clean, and they even open some windows to let the beautiful beach air inside.
The service was excellent-friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing.
The food was delicious. Absolutely loved our meal here! Everything that we have ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
We have tried: Grilled local fish sandwich , Classic smash burger , Southern fried chicken and we have also had their delicious milkshakes – highly recommended!
The food was fresh and hot, and the portions were surprisingly large. The fish was locally sourced and you can taste the freshness in every bite.
The fried chicken was perfection, they serve Mary’s chicken and that’s the best chicken that you can get ( it’s pasture and humanly raised) , our favorite chicken that we get from Whole Foods and Sprouts. It’s a Must Try dish!
The burger was delicious and perfectly paired with their secret sauce, yummy !
Overall: Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is the perfect spot for a relaxing meal with family and friends! Between the great service, amazing food, and stunning setting, Jimmy’s Famous is a place we always look forward to visiting.
Highly recommended for a casual yet elevated dining experience.
Also they have great happy hour menu, definitely one of the best in town!
Haydee b. Lopez
Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is the perfect spot for a relaxing meal with family and friends! The food is absolutely delicious—hearty, flavorful, and served with style. The atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly, with plenty of space to enjoy together. What really makes it special is the view—it’s beautiful and adds so much to the dining experience. Between the great service, amazing food, and stunning setting, Jimmy’s Famous is a place we always look forward to visiting. Highly recommend!
… moreWilliam Higgins
Food was good, but skimpy on the protein at higher price point. Service was lackluster.
Family was in town over the holidays, and we were out and about, feeling peckish. Checked options in the area, and this looked suitable. Arrived for lunch, greeted by a hostess. Seated and provided menus.
The 3 adults ordered 1 beer, and 2 cocktails, in addition to the Buffalo Cauliflower and Braised Brussel Sprouts, all very good.
2 kids got burgers off the kids menu, and adults got 3 orders of fish & chips, one with regular fries, one with sweet potato fries, and the third with garlic fries.
All the fries were excellent, but the fish was lacking; at about US$26, I would expect more than two pieces of fish (3?), and a little more (albeit good) tarter sauce than the thimble sized ramekin.
Service was sparce; we even had to seek server out for refills.
Out the door US$221 lighter. Won’t return as there is far better at this price point, some of it on or overlooking the water.
… moreFamily was in town over the holidays, and we were out and about, feeling peckish. Checked options in the area, and this looked suitable. Arrived for lunch, greeted by a hostess. Seated and provided menus.
The 3 adults ordered 1 beer, and 2 cocktails, in addition to the Buffalo Cauliflower and Braised Brussel Sprouts, all very good.
2 kids got burgers off the kids menu, and adults got 3 orders of fish & chips, one with regular fries, one with sweet potato fries, and the third with garlic fries.
All the fries were excellent, but the fish was lacking; at about US$26, I would expect more than two pieces of fish (3?), and a little more (albeit good) tarter sauce than the thimble sized ramekin.
Service was sparce; we even had to seek server out for refills.
Out the door US$221 lighter. Won’t return as there is far better at this price point, some of it on or overlooking the water.
Mohammad AlSaeed
Absolutely loved our meal here! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
The burger was juicy and perfectly cooked, paired with a super fresh and colorful side salad.
The grilled shrimp tacos were packed with flavor and came with crispy, well-seasoned fries.
The kids’ mac & cheese with Goldfish crackers was a fun and tasty touch, and the cookie was a sweet bonus!
The service was excellent—friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing. The ambiance was relaxed and family-friendly, with thoughtful touches like crayons and games for the kids.
Highly recommended for a casual yet elevated dining experience.
… moreThe burger was juicy and perfectly cooked, paired with a super fresh and colorful side salad.
The grilled shrimp tacos were packed with flavor and came with crispy, well-seasoned fries.
The kids’ mac & cheese with Goldfish crackers was a fun and tasty touch, and the cookie was a sweet bonus!
The service was excellent—friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing. The ambiance was relaxed and family-friendly, with thoughtful touches like crayons and games for the kids.
Highly recommended for a casual yet elevated dining experience.
robert rivera
We came in from out of town hoping to enjoy a nice Thanksgiving dinner, and unfortunately this place completely missed the mark. I’ll start by saying our server was great—friendly, attentive, and clearly doing their best. But everything else was a disaster.
We waited over an hour and twenty minutes for our food, and when it finally showed up, it was honestly unacceptable. The stuffing looked and tasted like something straight out of a can—I wouldn’t feed it to my dog. Whoever thought pumpkin soup was a good idea should seriously rethink that decision, because it was flat-out nasty.
For a bill that came out to over $200, we expected at least decent food, not something we couldn’t even finish. We even waited for pumpkin pie but ended up leaving right after paying because we were already that disappointed.
Terrible food, extremely long wait times, and way overpriced. The only bright spot was our server.
Never again.
… moreWe waited over an hour and twenty minutes for our food, and when it finally showed up, it was honestly unacceptable. The stuffing looked and tasted like something straight out of a can—I wouldn’t feed it to my dog. Whoever thought pumpkin soup was a good idea should seriously rethink that decision, because it was flat-out nasty.
For a bill that came out to over $200, we expected at least decent food, not something we couldn’t even finish. We even waited for pumpkin pie but ended up leaving right after paying because we were already that disappointed.
Terrible food, extremely long wait times, and way overpriced. The only bright spot was our server.
Never again.
Kamikaze Yazzie
The music isnt too harsh, its a nice warm atmosphere that has been designed very beautifully. I suggest trying the Brussel sprouts and servers are great. Plus the walkways arent jammed so you can move pretty easily if you have a walker. Southern fried chicken was great but the carrots were a little under cooked
… moreMr Flann
This is a really good and affordable place to grab food. The portions are huge (even the happy hour items). This is definitely a place you could share meals and have lovely drinks. I’m still shocked on how much food you get with the happy hour. It’s a clean and friendly place not far from the beaches and parks. Love the friendly service and atmosphere.
… moreSage V
Great spot to grab a bite or drinks with friends & family. Walked in around 6pm on a Saturday and got seated within 5 mins. The staff and our server were kind and great. Starters came out pretty quickly. The food was amazing. Tried the clam chowder and although it wasn’t my preferred style of clam chowder I found it to still taste good. They made the burger really well and made sure the buns and fries were well done. The swordfish sandwich & garlic fries (well done) were phenomenal. Bread was toasted nicely, the swordfish was perfectly moist and not dry, the sauce they used in the sandwich hit the spot. They made my garlic fries extra crispy and golden-brown to perfection. The poke tostada was ok, it wasn’t too bad. The fish tasted good. The furikake rice cracker with the poke added a nice bite to it with its crispy nature. I just found the poke to not be as cold as I personally prefer it to be.
The atmosphere was nice. The interior was pretty nice. Really loved that the design of the tavern allows for air to circulate into the space. It gives the sense of almost eating outside while still having a roof over your head. Huge fan of having a constant cycle of fresh air in any space.
… moreThe atmosphere was nice. The interior was pretty nice. Really loved that the design of the tavern allows for air to circulate into the space. It gives the sense of almost eating outside while still having a roof over your head. Huge fan of having a constant cycle of fresh air in any space.