hollenbeck to nowhere
Uncle Julio’s on Lemmon Avenue never disappoints. I’ve been coming here for decades, and this location has been a Dallas staple for what feels like 35–40 years—for good reason. The service is consistently warm and attentive, the atmosphere inviting, and the food reliably excellent.
My friend ordered the classic beef fajitas, which remain a standout: incredibly tender, deeply flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. I started with a side of guacamole—fresh, vibrant, and made just right. The green smoked salsa that arrives at the table is exceptional, easily among the best salsas you’ll find in Dallas, with a subtle smokiness that keeps you coming back for more.
For my entrée, I chose the enchiladas rojas with barbacoa. The roja sauce was rich and balanced, and the beef was flavorful without being overly salty, complementing the sauce beautifully. The Mexican rice was spot-on—clearly made with care, using proper ingredients and a thoughtful blend of cumin, chicken stock, onions, and tomatoes.
Our server went above and beyond, attentive without hovering, and genuinely kind. Uncle Julio’s has never let me down in 35 years, and this visit was no exception.
Thanks for stopping by.
Yours truly
Hollenbeck to Nowhere
… moreJIM R
TERRIBLE SERVICE!!!!
We went there today (2/15/26) at 3pm. It took them literally 55 minutes to bring one drink from the bar. My glass of water was never refilled by our waitress. I had to go get the manager for a refill for my water and that still was my last glass.
Their tortillas are very small now, I have been coming here for years, so I know what they use to look like. We ordered chicken and beef fajitas for two and got 3 tortillas! …we also got “set up” for one. The “bowl” of queso was $12 and looks like a “cup”.
This place has changed over the years, kinda sad what’s happening to the service industry. Everything is over priced and now you get tiny portions.
… moreMrz.Green2U
My mom and I flew to Dallas on a day trip and ran into this wonderful establishment. We were greeted by Marcello and we were seated immediately. We were again greeted by our server Donnell, very pleasant! We didn’t have to wait long for our drinks and food. Everything was delicious and hot!
… moreRebecca Stuart
The sizzling fajitas and their signature Swirl margarita hit the spot, and the fresh chips and warm tortillas were great. Service was friendly but uneven, with a long wait and a noisy dining room that made conversation tough. Prices creep up for what you get, but portions are generous, good for a casual group night if you’re not in a hurry.
… moreMiriam Lopez
Recently visited Uncle Julios on Lemmon and had the best experience thanks to my server Mayra. I absolutely loved her food recommendation (honey chipotle salmon) and omg she mentioned the flight margaritas were just added that week and we’re definitely worth the hype. I will definitely be back and requesting her to be my server again.
… moreTravels with B
Great atmosphere! Mayra was excellent! Drink got refilled. Not rushed. Positive attitude and attentive! We shared combo fajitas, queso, and churros! Highly recommended.
… moreTony Her
My family had an amazing experience here, and a huge part of that was thanks to Freddie. From the moment we were seated, he was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great time. He struck the perfect balance between being professional and personable. He anticipated our needs, offered us lobster with our meal, and checked in at the right moments without feeling intrusive. His energy and care truly elevated our dining experience. If you’re dining here ask for him. He’s an absolute standout and a true asset to the team. We will definitely be back because of him!
… moreErnie Kinneer
Just happened. Happy Hour is 3-6pm. It’s 5:24pm at current time but legally speaking we didn’t TIP what we normally would have for a reason. You can fill in the rest. The experience made me feel bad. I couldn’t tell anyone to visit.
… moreDanny Rodriguez
The food was very good, I had queso, guacamole, barbacoa fajitas. Everything tasted great the food was awesome. But then 4 hours later I felt an uneasy feeling in my chest and rapid heart rate. That’s when I realized I have ingested MSG, I will never eat at this place again. If your sensitive to the effects of MSG don’t eat at this location.
… moreAnne Margaret White
Visited on a super busy Saturday. We skipped waiting an hour for a table in the dining room and snagged one in the bar area. After bussing our own table, our waiter finally arrived and all was good after that! I wish I caught his name because he was the hardest working person on staff that night (2/22/25). He bussed, grabbed waters and chips for multiple tables, took our orders (which came out so quickly), and smiled the whole time. The food was fabulous! I went simple with the shrimp salad, but those may have been the best shrimp I’ve ever eaten. The salsa was off the charts tasty. I’ve never seen entire bar covered with dirty dishes on a Saturday night with a lobby full of people looking to enjoy themselves. The chaos happening didn’t appeal to me, but I’d come back if our waiter was there!!
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