Tex Mex Restaurant at 15845 S LaGrange Road
Searching for the best Mexican food near me in Orland Park, IL? At Uncle Julio's on La Grange Rd, we know that only passion has the power to turn a good dining experience into one you'll never forget. That's why when you join us at Orland Park Uncle Julio's, every single bite and sip is ripe with mind-blowing flavor. Our mission to create the best Mexican food on La Grange Rd shines through in every step of our process, from sourcing ingredients to making sure that our guests leave having had a wonderful experience.
Uncle Julio's process begins by designing original yet authentic recipes that fuse traditional flavors with the unexpected. Every detail counts, which is why every single dish we create calls for only the highest quality.
Our partners carefully hand-select our produce, including vibrant, flavorful peppers, vine-ripe tomatoes, and gorgeous Hass avocados. All of our tender cuts of fresh seafood and farm-raised pork, beef, and chicken are trimmed and marinated by hand before being mesquite-fired to perfection.
We use only simple simple, fresh ingredients and the finest authentic tequilas to create our craft margaritas in Orland Park. You'll savor each bite of our house-made salsas, tortillas, tamales, desserts, and rich sauces that are all made daily in-house at Uncle Julio's on La Grange Rd.
Experience Quality Service and Fine Mexican Food on La Grange Rd
Our attention to detail extends well beyond our menu offerings. Though we're known for made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine, Orland Park chooses to gather at Uncle Julio's to experience not only good Mexican food in Orland Park, but also top-notch service and a pleasant atmosphere. Each Uncle Julio's location has been carefully planned to incorporate open kitchens and polished rustic-modern decor inspired by Mexican art and architecture.
Looking to drink and dine in an open air setting on La Grange Rd? Soak in the benefits of fresh air and fresh ingredients when you dine on our beautiful patios.
Start with Delicious Mexican Appetizers on La Grange Rd
Your Uncle Julio's dining experience begins with a variety of shareable appetizers. Swap stories between bites of our homemade guacamole or spicy but sweet bacon-wrapped honey habanero shrimp. Our perfectly crisp and cheesy quesadillas in Orland Park include fresh tortillas packed with melt-in-your-mouth Monterey Jack cheese, mesquite grilled chicken or beef, seasoned pulled chicken, or grilled veggies.
Our made-to-order guacamole in Orland Park lets your table create a custom guacamole blend of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapenos and Hass avocados, which is then served in a traditional Molcajete. Need something everyone will dig into? An order of rich Queso Blanco with jalapenos and New Mexican hatch chiles will do the trick!
Uncle Julio's is Ideal for Lunch or Dinner in Orland Park, IL
Be sure to leave room after enjoying chips and apps — save room for our famed fajitas or Tex-Mex classics! Whether you choose carnitas or filet mignon, you'll find our famous fajitas are seasoned to perfection and use only the best cuts of hand-trimmed, grain-fed meats and flavorful hand-chopped vegetables. Our Tex-Mex classics are familiar but elevated dishes — like soft tacos, crispy tacos, or baked enchiladas — and savory traditional Mexican dishes like our Fresca Shrimp Salad and 21-day aged Carne Asada.
And don't worry — we're a kid-friendly restaurant in Orland Park, too. We have smaller dishes that are tailored to your child's taste buds. From chicken fingers to Kidsadillas and kid-sized chicken fajitas, there's something on our menu for even your choosiest eater.
It's a Party with Authentic Mexican Drinks and Desserts in Orland Park
Take your Uncle Julio's celebration to the next level with our signature desserts and drinks! Unwind with one of our signature margaritas. Whether you're in the mood for something fruity, spicy, frozen, or on the rocks, you're sure to find a cool craft margarita that hits the spot. Every refreshing sip of our famous Sangria Swirl margarita will have you daydreaming of the beach. Plus, remember to ask about this month's margarita specials which feature fresh, muddled seasonal fruit, St. Germain, and Lunazul tequila.
Get your sugar fix and create lasting memories with our famous, one-of-a-kind dessert — the Chocolate Pinata! This unique dessert is a smashing good time featuring a hanging dark chocolate pinata full of cinnamon-sugar mini churros and fresh fruit. Plus, you'll also enjoy homemade chocolate sauce and whipped cream for dipping. Smashing open a Chocolate Pinata is the best finale for all kinds of celebrations. Desire something more traditional? Enjoy our made-from-scratch traditional Mexican desserts like churros with house-made chocolate sauce and sopapillas tossed in cinnamon sugar.
Looking for To-Go Mexican Food on La Grange Rd?
We make it easy to have the Uncle Julio's Tex-Mex restaurant experience from the comfort of your home! Order your favorite dishes online, give us a ring, or drive up to order Mexican takeout in Orland Park, IL. Our easy to use online ordering system features a visual menu that makes it easy to get delicious authentic Mexican food in Orland Park, IL. Many Uncle Julio's locations also offer Mexican food delivery.
Ordering in for a group? You can quiet your group of 4-6's appetite with two entire pounds of our made-in-house tortilla chips! Create nachos your way with our tasty queso, fresh guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, fresh and pickled jalapenos, beans, sauteed chicken, and ground beef.
Other sharable options include our Tacos for Four, Enchiladas for Four, or Fajitas for Four. Every one of our group entrees is served with your choice of queso or guacamole and fresh chips and salsa. Dig into fresh Mexican rice and beans on the side. Save room for something sweet — all of our Family Meals for 4 entrees come with twelve sugar and cinnamon churros for that extra something sweet!