Tex Mex Restaurant at 4325 Glenwood AveSuite 5008
Looking for the best Mexican food near me in Raleigh, NC? At Uncle Julio's on Glenwood Ave, we're confident that passion can transform a great dining experience into a memorable one. That's why when you join us at Raleigh Uncle Julio's, every last taste and sip is ripe with unparalleled flavor. Our commitment to serving the best Mexican food on Glenwood Ave shines through in every step of our process, from selecting our ingredients to ensuring our guests always have an exceptional experience.
We begin by developing innovative yet true-to-their-roots recipes that fuse authentic ingredients with unexpected flavors. Details count, and that's why every one of our dishes calls for only the highest quality.
Our partners carefully select our produce by hand, including vibrant, flavorful peppers, vine-ripe tomatoes, and gorgeous Hass avocados. All of our tender cuts of fresh seafood and farm-raised chicken, beef, and pork are carefully hand-trimmed and marinated before they're perfectly mesquite-fired.
We only use easy to pronounce, fresh ingredients and the finest authentic tequilas to make our craft margaritas in Raleigh. You'll enjoy each bite of our fresh tortillas, tamales, salsas, desserts, and flavor-rich sauces which are all made from scratch daily at your Glenwood Ave Uncle Julio's.
Enjoy Stellar Service and Fine Mexican Food on Glenwood Ave
Our attention to detail extends past our menu offerings. While we're best known for made-from-scratch Mexican food, Raleigh chooses to visit Uncle Julio's to enjoy not only good Mexican food in Raleigh, but also friendly service and an enjoyable atmosphere. Every Uncle Julio's location has been designed to incorporate open kitchens and polished rustic-modern decor inspired by Mexican art and architecture.
In the mood to drink and dine alfresco on Glenwood Ave? Take in the benefits of fresh ingredients and fresh air when you dine on our gorgeous patios.
Start Off with Fresh Mexican Appetizers on Glenwood Ave
Your Uncle Julio's dining experience starts off with delectable, shareable appetizers. Exchange laughs in between bites of our homemade guacamole or sweet but spicy bacon wrapped honey habanero shrimp. Our perfectly crisp and cheesy quesadillas in Raleigh are created with fresh tortillas packed with gooey melted Monterey Jack cheese, grilled vegetables, seasoned and sauteed pulled chicken, or mesquite grilled chicken or beef.
Uncle Julio's made-to-order guacamole in Raleigh has your table make a custom guacamole blend including jalapenos, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and Hass avocados, then served in a traditional Molcajete. Are you looking for a surefire crowd-pleaser? Our Queso Blanco flavored with New Mexican hatch chiles and jalapenos is sure to impress.
Lunch or Dinner on Raleigh, NC: Uncle Julio's is Your Spot for Authentic Mexican Food
Be sure to leave room after enjoying chips and apps — leave room for our Tex-Mex classics or famous fajitas! From filet mignon to carnitas, you'll find our famous fajitas are seasoned to perfection and feature the best cuts of hand-trimmed, grain-fed meats and crisp hand-chopped vegetables. Our Tex-Mex classics include elevated but familiar dishes — like baked enchiladas and soft or crispy tacos — as well as exquisite authentic Mexican dishes like 21-day aged house-marinated Carne Asada and our Fresca Shrimp Salad.
But don't stress — Uncle Julio's is also a kid-friendly restaurant in Raleigh. We have small dishes perfectly suited for your child's taste buds. From our Kidsadillas to chicken fingers or kid-sized chicken fajitas, there's a meal on our menu for even your choosiest eater.
Make Every Day a Fiesta with Authentic Mexican Drinks and Dessert on Glenwood Ave
You can't have an Uncle Julio's celebration without our signature desserts and drinks! Relax and sip on one of Uncle Julio's signature margaritas. When you're in the mood for something fruity, spicy, frozen, or on the rocks, you're sure to select a delicious craft margarita that hits the spot. Each refreshing sip of our famous Sangria Swirl margarita will transport you to paradise. And, don't forget to ask about this month's margarita specials which feature fresh, muddled seasonal fruit, Lunazul tequila, and St. Germain.
Get your sugar fix and savor the moment with the Chocolate Pinata — our one-of-a-kind, signature dessert! This unique dessert is fun for all and features a suspended dark chocolate pinata filled with cinnamon-sugar mini churros and fresh fruit. Plus, it's served with homemade chocolate sauce and whipped cream to plunk them into Cracking open a Chocolate Pinata is a perfect finale for celebrations of all kinds. In the mood for something more traditional? Order one of our homemade traditional Mexican desserts sopapillas tossed in cinnamon sugar or churros and house-made chocolate sauce.
Searching for To-Go Mexican Food on Glenwood Ave?
You can have the Uncle Julio's Tex-Mex restaurant experience in your own home! Place an order for Uncle Julio's on our website, call us, or simply drive up to order Mexican takeout in Raleigh, NC. Our easy to use online ordering system features a visual menu that makes it easy to carryout hot and fresh authentic Mexican food in Raleigh, NC. 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 full pounds of our made-in-house tortilla chips! Create your very own nachos with our tasty fresh guacamole, queso, pico de gallo, salsa, beans, sour cream, pickled and fresh jalapenos, sauteed chicken, and ground beef.
Our other group options include our Enchiladas for Four, Tacos for Four, or Fajitas for Four. Each of our group entrees comes with fresh chips, salsa, and your choice of delicious queso or guacamole. Dig into a side of beans and Mexican rice. And, don't forget to save room for dessert — all of our Family Meals for 4 entrees come with a dozen sugar and cinnamon churros to satisfy your sweet tooth!