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    Uncle Julio's

    3.3 (154 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex

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    Outdoor seating

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    Guy H.

    This review has a lot of twist and turns so,stick with me. However,for those with rapidly dropping blood sugar sitting in the parking lot looking at Yelp.... Go! Now that's out of the way let me start from the beginning. In the late 1980s the original Uncle Julio was opened on Lemmon Ave in Dallas where it still operates. Operated by the founder with undying commitment to his offering, As a result, Uncle Julio skyrocketed to success becoming one of the Best Tex Mex go to in Dallas. Unfortunately enter, (que sçary music),Ownership Change! As is often the case with new operations,the boat starts rocking. In Uncle Julios case,drinks became weak,potions shrank,preparations altered,you get the picture. Then, quickly, expansion with new locations started popping up. Basically none of the new locations ever rose to the occasion and in fact continued setting new lows in its offerings. So why am I here today and more importantly,what did I find? In my infinite wisdom,I know things can come full circle so, second and third chances are part of my vernacular. Plus,I need another Tex Mex north so I don't have to drive south into heavy traffic to find my favorite places . Today's meal was a winner. The chili con carne and onion covered cheese enchiladas are authentic and satisfying. The taco salad is loaded with perfectly seasoned beef, cheddar,cojita, jalapeno cream, romaine. In addition,the patio is open to the sky and looks out onto a small lake. I needed a good patio to add to my list . I will definitely go back and you should too .

    Taco Tuesday
    George H.

    So we hadn't been in awhile due to some poor service in the past but decided to give them another chance. We were seated pretty quickly and the busboy brought some chips&salsa. We asked for the red salsa to which he said No Mas. When the waiter arrived we asked again about the red salsa but apparently it's off the menu. My wife got the chicken tacos. Sadly the pulled chicken has gotten even worse. There's no flavor to it, it is stringy, and has big chunks in it... So not really pulled chicken. My wife said it tasted like it had been cooked in dish water. I tried the tortilla soup. Rather than the light delicious broth they used to serve I got a lukewarm mushy mass. I couldn't find any tortillas, chicken, nor avocado, all of which the menu insisted was in there. A clump of gritty cilantro was tossed on top. The waiter came by to check on us and I wanted to send my soup back. He got the manager for us who explained they had a new kitchen manager who was testing out new recipes. They are trying to make everything "fresh" so that's why no red salsa-it was made with canned tomatoes. The soup was less "brothy" now - not sure how "water" is a problem but the new chef likes lumpy soup apparently. He could see my wife hated the dishwater tacos so he comped both our entrees. The bill was still $8 for soda This used to be our go to place, so sad to see it go downhill so quickly after having just opened

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    Candy R.

    I dined here tonight after seeing they had a taco Tuesday special for only $12 I was excited because that was such a great deal, the service was extremely slow and my waiter hardly came by, I ordered an extra margarita and it never came to my table which was disappointing. The food was OK it was actually mid, I was surprised to see my check when it came to the table because it had two orders of the taco Tuesday special, I was confused because I was eating alone, I asked the waiter to speak to a manager, a manager came by after about 10 minutes and told me that it was on the menu that it was for two people, I mentioned to him I never saw a menu I just knew there was a taco Tuesday special, he was very rude and unaccommodating and did nothing to fix it, I had high hopes for this place but it turned out to be a joke I definitely won't be back and don't recommend anyone to come either.

    Kurt V.

    This was a really nice and modern Uncle Julio's location. I have been going to the Lemmon Ave location in Dallas for years, but this was my first experience with the Frisco location. The setting is real nice along a creek with a pond. The outdoor seating overlooks the pond. While it would be tranquil, the highway goes right past it keeping it a little noisier than what would be optimum. Our service was pretty good here. We were seated immediately and served within a reasonable time. Even beyond our main server, the other servers and food runners, and manager were very nice. I am always impressed when a manager drops in just making sure everything went well. Those are the places that care. We ordered a cup of Queso, which was really good. I would put it up against any other restaurant purchased Queso I have experienced. For my main course, I ordered the Chicken Fajita Taco Salad. I was pleasantly impressed with it. Overall this was a very good experience and I would not hesitate to return to this location in the future. Review #2107

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    Julie C.

    I'll start with the good- I was seated promptly for dinner- however I did just sit alone at the bar since I was taking mySELF out to eat. My server/bartender was a great level of attentive and not checking on me every two seconds just because I'm right there. The food was... good... but nothing I'd go out for. The salmon was so much like chicken that I nearly forgot it was salmon. My boyfriend and I send pictures of our food to each other and HE thought it was chicken. The bar stools... whoever chose those has clearly never sat in them. They're so high in the air your legs barely have room under the bar, certainly no crossing your legs, and you tower over the bar top. And tell me why I got a napkin laid down instead of a plate - I can't help but kind of giggle at that. It's not bothersome, it's just... odd. And I can't even remember the name of the drink I got.. spicy colada maybe? That thing was horrendous. It was like drinking mulch. Maybe implement a strain in the recipe. I had 3 sips and couldn't go on. You can see this in the photo. I know this looks like a ton of negatives, but the place is lovely inside and none of this is enough to never go back. I'd simply sit somewhere besides the bar next time and order different food and drink.

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    Trenton L.

    Uncle Julio's January 13, 2026 5/5 - Taco Bar Tuesday Win We stopped by Uncle Julio's for Taco Bar Tuesday and, once again, it absolutely delivered. This is one of those restaurants that gets both the food and the atmosphere right, which is harder to find than it should be. We went with the Taco Bar Tuesday special, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a build-your-own taco experience. The chicken and beef were well-seasoned, juicy, and generous in portion size, and the fresh tortillas they make for you are a huge standout -- warm, soft, and clearly made with care. Sadly, we forgot to take the remaining chicken, beef, and fresh tortillas with us -- not because the food wasn't great, but because life with two kids under two is pure chaos. Honestly, that one's on us. Beyond the food, the vibe here is a big reason we keep coming back. The restaurant has tons of character, from the massive bar to the spacious patio. The flame lanterns out front are such a cool touch and really set the tone before you even walk in. It feels lively, fun, and welcoming without being overwhelming. Uncle Julio's is one of those places that works whether you're out for a casual night, a family meal, or just want good food in a great setting. Taco Bar Tuesday is absolutely worth it, and we'll definitely be back -- hopefully remembering the leftovers next time.

    We had such a great experience at Uncle Julio's on Preston Road in Frisco! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was lively, welcoming, and perfect for a fun afternoon out! . The food was exactly what you hope for--fresh, flavorful, and served hot. The fajitas were sizzling and delicious, the chips and salsa were on point, and of course, you can't leave without trying their famous margaritas! But what truly made our visit exceptional was our waitress, Natalie. She is hands-down the BEST waitress ever. Attentive without being overbearing, incredibly friendly, and just the right amount of fun--she made us feel like VIPs the entire time. It's rare to find service that genuinely elevates your whole dining experience, but Natalie absolutely nailed it. If you're heading to Uncle Julio's, ask for Natalie--you won't regret it! We'll definitely be back!

    Casey P.

    Food- it was tasty. Swirl was perfect. Salsa really good, tastes fresh. Atmosphere- really nice, seemed clean. Staff- staff were so so nice. The manager & came greeted us, he was so nice.

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    Byron S.

    Glad to see this location finally open. We stopped by for lunch a week after it opened and we were quickly seating in a booth and the service staff was helpful grabbing our drink orders. It felt like an enchilada day and the pulled chicken enchiladas was awesome. The slaw has a great taste and we were in view of the prep station making the slaw. Amazing slicing machine. We were in the area again that evening and returned for a few drinks at the bar and some table side guacamole. We had a wonderful experience and will return in the near future. Make sure you stop by and give them a try. Enjoy!

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    Our favorite place to go for Taco Tuesday. Best deal and value, plus it is delicious.

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    Two stars because the server was sweet. Save yourself. Go to Glorias. Food was super salty. Margarita tasted like limeade.

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    great experience! food was exceptional and service was top notch. decor is beautiful and inviting!

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