Uncle Julio’s Mexican Restaurant in Raleigh

Who doesn’t love Mexican food? Chips & salsa, margaritas, and foods rich with flavor add up to a fantastic meal. Uncle Julio’s takes it two steps further with a made-from-scratch kitchen and the thing that truly sets them apart - the Chocolate Piñata dessert.

Kids and adults alike are enthralled with over-the-top cuisine displays. Whether it’s the sight of sizzling fajitas, a flambé dessert or cocktail, or the classic molten chocolate lava cake, it’s always a site to behold when the food comes with a show or unique presentation. Hibachi grills anyone? Uncle Julio’s has a chocolate piñata dessert filled with all kinds of yumminess and the way they present it is worth the visit… just make sure your camera is ready!

In addition to their fun desserts, they also have a very impressive drink menu if you are looking for something other than the classic margarita. If you’re like me, you’ll need to restrain yourself from devouring their chips and salsa in order to fit in a delicious appetizer. Choose wisely!

The smell of freshly-chopped veggies sets the mood and the inside decor is modern industrial with colorful, earthy tones. Everywhere you look, you see fresh ingredients, fun decor, and unique food presentations.

Fresh and mouthwatering are two words I’d use to describe their food. I try something new every time I go and it just keeps getting better. Their flour tortillas are buttery, soft, and I could eat half a dozen! I also love watching them make their salsa from scratch.