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Welcome to Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern

"Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern, located in Dana Point, CA, offers a trendy and casual dining experience with a variety of options for everyone. From vegan and vegetarian dishes to classic American favorites like burgers and sandwiches, there's something for every palate. Standout dishes like the perfectly battered fish and chips, savory beef and black bean chili, and flavorful kale quinoa salad have left patrons raving. The spacious and modern atmosphere, attentive service, and happy hour specials make Jimmy's a go-to spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. With ample parking and outdoor seating, it's a great choice for any occasion."

LOCATIONS
  • Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern
    25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr Unit F140, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States
    25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr Unit F140, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States Hotline: +1 949-388-8900

Welcome to Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern, a casual and trendy dining spot located in Dana Point, CA. This restaurant offers a wide range of dining options, from starters to soups and salads, burgers and sandwiches, and more. With its many amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and happy hour specials, Jimmy’s is the perfect place for a meal with friends or family.

One of the highlights of Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is their flavorful starters, including Beer Battered Onion Rings, Charred Brussels Sprouts, and Dueling Dips. For main courses, their Albacore Burger, Famous French Dip, and Kale Quinoa salad are fan favorites. Customers rave about the generous portions and delicious flavors of the dishes.

Several customers have left glowing reviews about their dining experiences at Jimmy’s. From the friendly service to the comfortable ambiance, this restaurant ticks all the boxes for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're looking for a hearty brunch, a satisfying lunch, or a delicious dinner, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern has something for everyone.

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Kathy S.
Kathy S.

Stopped by for lunch before heading to Ohana Festival with some friends. Lots of food and drink options and TV's for those who love watching games. Service was great and it was easy to make a reservation. Food portions are huge so definitely split if you are a light eater. I tried the fish and chips which also came with a side of cole slaw. I liked that the cole slaw was not too creamy and was flavorful. The fish and chips was good but I ended up taking off the fried part of the fish because it was a little heavy - but that is expected with anything fried. The hubby had the California burger and my friends split the French dip.

Keith A.
Keith A.

We decided to have dinner this evening at Jimmy's and had the mission to order something different than usual. OMG. We both had fish and chips and why not, a side of Jalapeno Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes? The fish was battered perfectly, not bready, and not oily. The fish was flakey and moist. The fries aren't plain, they have something unique, crisp, and flavored. I am now officially addicted to them and need more. Please don't get me going on the Scalloped Potatoes! They are served in a bowl with cheese melting over the top. The potatoes are sliced paper thin and have just the perfect creaminess. The Jalapeno flavor is mild and worth it. OK, we love to sit at the bar, and we love the interaction with the bartenders, tonight we had the pleasure of enjoying our evening with Shawna, Tyler, and Sam. We ordered the special cocktail and ordered the Geese. Shakened, perfectly with a few ice chips and a lemon twist. We got there around 6is and the restaurant was packed. There was a large event, two birthday parties, and Prom Night. Remington and Chad were the managers on the floor and walked the floor interacting with customers, the service team worked together like clockwork and did not hear or observe any customer complaints. It always starts from the top, Great Mangement! Our compliments to two restaurant staff this evening. We watched a server taking care of the private event. We were at the bar and this guy walked by us so many times to that room and we never heard one complaint. We stopped him to introduce ourselves and compliment him. His name is Griffin and hopefully, he will be your server next time you dine. Sometimes guests overlook the support team members and they are as important to keep the restaurant running smoothly. Everyone overlooks them, but they are the ones who remove the dirty dishes and clean the tables. With that said, we watched this young man, working nonstop to keep the tables ready for the servers. On our way out we stopped to compliment the young man, we introduced ourselves and he told us his name was Griffin. Griffin is not a common name and tonight we met both, what are the odds of that? Bottom line, Jimmy's has great management, great bartenders, great servers, great support staff, and a Special shout-out to the kitchen. See you all real soon. LNK

Lynnann W.
Lynnann W.

Friend suggested here; she's smart! Fantastic experience! Made reservation through Yelp for a Saturday evening but walkins didn't have an unreasonable wait. Once seated, our server Cole commenced giving us a stellar experience! The design/decor, atmosphere, vibe - modern, lively and fun. (Spacious enough that ADA folks should feel confident in coming here.) Surely there is something for anyone on their menu. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was delicious. We also had the their Famous Cheeseburger and Wine Country Salad. Everything was thoughtfully plated, accurate and oh so yummy! Plenty of free parking and in an awesome location. What's not to love?! Highly recommend!

Deron R.
Deron R.

Great food! Great vibes. Great location for Saturday or Sunday brunch. They have a all you can drink Mimosa deal for $20. Plus they have a very tight brunch menu. They paired it down so that they're doing the items very well instead of trying to do too much which I appreciate. The fried chicken here and any form is excellent. They have a hangover Burger. They got a croque marame They have a bunch of salads. I mean you can't go wrong with anything here and the setting's great. You're right across from the harbor beautiful vibe for Saturday or Sunday brunch!. Their parmesan fries are delicious. And the brussel sprout appetizer is so good with bacon and maple syrup. Yum!!

Elizabeth L.
Elizabeth L.

Jimmy's is so great on so many levels. The place is super cute, a great size and is so very clean. It is comfortable and you will never be rushed. The service is great. The servers know the menu, are fast, but not rushing you, and check on you. If there is an issue they fix it. We have been a couple of times now and just love it. The seating is great. You will be happy where ever you sit. It is a tavern so I assume they have great beer and wine, but we were not drinking on this visit. We had the best dinner. We got a bunch of food and shared. The New England Calm Chowder is just perfect, no too thick and not at all thin. It comes with their home made potato chips which are super. I loved the beef and black bean chili. It is served with sour cream, green onion, cheddar, and cornbread. Now, some of the group said beans never belong in chili. They fussed and I thought more for me and those on my bean side. It was so great and I loved the beans in it. The cobb salad is also great. It is so crispy and wonderful. It has chopped romaine lettuce, avocado, a good amount of cherry tomatoes, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, egg, and blue cheese dressing. I don't care for blue cheese dressing so I asked for it on the side. It was so good and those in my group who love blue cheese were very happy. The kale salad I will have again. It was great with chopped organic black kale, roasted squash, red quinoa, toasted almonds, cranberries, parmesan, with a great lemon vinaigrette dressing. This one was my favorite salad. For our mains, we went from burgers to salmon and to tuna melts. Our standout was their burgers. Their cowboy burger with beer battered onion ring, lettuce, bacon, cheddar, and BBQ sauce was our favorite. They have a great BBQ sauce. Their regular cheeseburger is also very tasty and cooked the way you like it. Their tuna melt is also great and you will love it. I love the toasted sourdough it comes on. It is great. The pan seared salmon was very good, not my favorite, but really well made and the mashed potatoes are great. I ate them all. My peeps said they were full. No problem, I have this. All in all, it was a wonderful night, with great service and good. This is a new must go back for us.

Alexandr M.
Alexandr M.

We love almost everything there! Great place with reasonable pricing close to marina. Always great match to what we need! Also amazing happy hour during working days from 3 to 6 (if I remember correctly with Calamari and Bear on tap options). Friendly stiff and convenient parking :)

Riley H.
Riley H.

I love Jimmy's! I've now visited twice, once with my husband and once with family and friends. The staff is always so friendly, and are attentive. The windows in the restaurant make eating there nice at any time of day, and gives it an open feel with plenty of fresh air. Pretty much any table you might be seated at is great. The first time I went for brunch, I got the chicken and waffles. It was delicious and plenty of good food. I would order again. I paired it with bottomless mimosas, which were great as well. The next time, I ordered the Santa Fe Caesar salad, which was also yummy and fresh. Paired with a margarita, it was a perfect and filling dinner. I was delighted by the entire experience both times. It's a little pricy, but worth it for sure. I'd love to go back soon! Side note, it can be a little bit tough to find parking. Note that there's one parking lot in the front, and another in the back. :)

Sam S.
Sam S.

A great place for comfort food. Well prepared, delicious food served with a smile. Huge portions. The burger is delicious and so are the fish and chips. The onion rings are huge but freshly battered and fried. Very flavorful. Delicious cocktails. Service can be improved a little. Servers need to be more attentive.