Tex-Mex chain serving mesquite-grilled fare & margarita-sangria swirls in a hacienda-style space.
Lindsay Marino
I went for lunch with a friend and while there is absolutely nothing to complain about, there’s not too much to set this place apart from the masses of Tex-Mex chain restaurants to choose from throughout the Houston Metroplex. I will say it’s a very spacious place, especially if you’re taking a large group. I would highly recommend this location for an event, gathering, birthday party – or anything of that nature. There is a curtained off, private dining room (see photos) that would be perfect for a medium-ish (maybe 20 people) party or event. There’s an incredibly specious outdoor seating area overlooking the waterway, that offers covered and open air seating options. There’s an outdoor conversation nook with a fireplace feature in the middle that would be great for simply having drinks after work with friends. There’s restaurant is beautiful and a great date spot nestled in the middle of a huge shopping center area with dessert & coffee options a few steps away.
As far as the food – the fajitas were good, but not exceptional by any means. I stress – I am not, in any way, complaining – just trying to leave room with my reviews for exceptional when I find it
I do have to add this – part of my rating is directly due to the incredibly disgusting state of the women’s restroom. That is unacceptable in ANY establishment. It was the most foul odor that is not a cleanliness issue it’s a maintenance issue that should be handled immediately. It was so bad I waited to use the restroom elsewhere and that is inexcusable in a restaurant that large with only one restroom for customers and staff.
… moreReesibits (Reesibits)
Lunch for two using Resy credit. I appreciate that Uncle Julios has lunch menu with a big plate of food for $12. It is popular with work groups and great for small parties. We each had taco and enchilada meal. Free chips and tasty salsa. Happy hour advertised from 3pm and even a late 8pm happy hour. Lots of booth seating for cozy feel. A color drenched interior.
… moreOrlando Smith
Spent the evening here with a large 20 person homecoming dance send off dinner for my son’s and their friends and their families. Catered event in their private party room. Worked with the manager Yazmin to coordinate this flawless event. Julio provided the service attending to 20+ people in assisted for 2 hours while balancing his floor service duties!!!!!!!!Superb service!!!! The food was spectacular and the chocolate pinata desserts were a blast for bat swinging teens. Watching the pop the pinata was a blast … It tasted delicious!!!!!! Thank you Uncle Julio’s for hosting this amazing event!!!!! This is place to host your family and friends events or just a family outing…..
… moreRobin Counts
If I could give this place a zero Stars i would. The food was not good. Very bland and their pickled onion is very overpowering on almost everything. The water jar was filthy and clearly had food debris floating in it. The waitress was horrible took her 20 minutes just to get us a drink and multiple children running around our table screaming in the bar area. We will not go back..
Update.. Within 20 minuets of leaving this placw we all got sick!!
… moreAiden Orsak
I was honestly shocked at how absent the service was at Uncle Julio’s. Our waiter must’ve walked past our table a dozen times and never once stopped to check on us. I sat there staring at my empty drink for 9 minutes and 20 seconds — yes, I counted — while he just kept circling the room like we were invisible.
Now don’t get me wrong, the food itself was great — delicious, fresh, and absolutely worth the hype. But what’s the point of good food if the service makes you feel like you’re bothering them just by existing? On top of that, the portion of rice was disappointingly small, and the beans along with the sweet tea I ordered weren’t sweet at all, which really took away from the overall meal. Uncle Julio’s really needs to step up their service — and their sides — because great food shouldn’t have to suffer from such lousy attention and underwhelming details. AVOID the waiter that is posted in the photos below! No tip was provided to this hooligan.
… moreCameron Devenport
A solid option for Tex-mex. I ordered the Baja fish tacos. The fish had a good tasting batter that was fried to perfection with the right amount of crunch. The tortillas were freshly made and fried as well that had a homemade taste. Paired it with a frozen margarita that packed a good punch for its size and price. The staff was friendly and attentive during our visit. The restaurant’s atmosphere had a good vibe that was fit for for a family dinner or a date night. With so many Tex-mex option to choose from I would definitely recommend Uncle Julio’s to family, friends, and neighbors.
… moreNiko Arias
I recently visited Uncle Julio’s in Spring, Texas, with a 7 PM reservation, and unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. Upon arrival, I waited at the host stand for about eight minutes without any acknowledgment. When we were finally seated, the chips arrived with a strange sweet syrup on them, and even after they replaced them, the issue persisted. The manager eventually provided fresh chips, but by then, the damage was done.
We also ordered the Chocolate Piñata for $35, and the overall quality was lacking. The fruit, including strawberries and pineapples, tasted off, likely due to being frozen and thawed, and the churros had a strange aftertaste as well.
In total, my bill came to $132, and given the experience, I didn’t feel it was justified. I did leave a tip, though the waiter was excellent and even trained a colleague well. Ultimately, the poor quality of the food and the initial service left a bad impression.
… moreS Jackson
Haven’t had a problem with food when I dine in. This is the reason I ordered delivery today as I had work meetings. I did contact the restaurant to ask questions regarding the their security and safety of the food for delivery.
When received, the safety seal had been tampered with. Of course I did not eat the delivery, but it’s just unsettling and will not use Favor delivery again. Restaurants should also be more proactive in securing food also. One seal is not enough.
… moreRoger Garcia
I will preface this by saying, this place used to be really good. I’m not sure what happened in the last few years, but it’s gone downhill. Actually downhill is a nice way of describing it. It actually has faceplanted on the concrete. I’m not sure if it’s the change in ownership, or management is the cause. Whatever it is this place is TERRIBLE. The menu has been downsized to the point it all fits on one card. I went about a year ago and it was half decent. Not like It was in years past, but still tolerable. I went today and man! This was the worst “Tex Mex” I’ve ever had. LITERALLY!!!!! The queso was cold and watery. The server gave me a bowl only filled half way with broken cold chips. I ordered fajita soft tacos and damn near threw up eating the first one. The fajita was more like pot roast. Or at least it tasted like it. On top of that it was cold with no flavor, and the tortillas they were served on were super small and hard. I have never in my life tasted anything like that. The fact that they served me that in good conscience is insane. The service was mediocre as well. The sever was hardly available. The manager was doing nothing but walking around on her phone. If I could I’d give this place negative stars. Sad to see cause it used to be a good place to eat. If the owners and management aren’t carful this place will lose business to the point it may close. Just an all around terrible experience. There are waaaaayyy better places to eat Tex Mex in Houston and the surrounding areas.
… moreCeasar Jaime
Save your money and go to Gringo’s, Lupe’s or Los Cucos. Went on a Tuesday night with family. No hostess, same lady who finally sat us down was our waitress, if you even considered her a waitress. Ordered a queso never got, food came out before, just canceled it. Some of the fajitas cuts were poor cuts chewy. Messed up on my bar drink didn’t even bother having her correcting it. I see there are some good experiences but for Tuesday night she should have been on point with service, mind you there were maybe 12 tables occupied with 4 other waiters moving around. She had maybe 3-4 other tables from what I saw. I still left a tip after that experience. But I don’t see this place making and ever coming back that’s for sure. Nice little notice at the front door to top everything off.
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