Julio’s has been a long time family favorite since my sister moved to Austin, TX ten years ago for school. Located in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood, there’s a quaint and inviting charm to this family run Mexican restaurant.
Within the past year, my family has experienced some exciting life changes that have one way or another relocated us all to the Austin area. It’s been about a decade since we’ve all been living in the same place, and while telephone calls, skype dates and holiday visits have kept us the close knit family we are, it’s a different family experience when living seven minutes from one another. For example, you can have weekly family dinners!
Julio’s has become my family’s new “kitchen table”. It seems we find ourselves meeting there at least once a week to gather over delicious fresh Mexican food and share in each other’s company as we unwind from our week. The small family owned establishment creates a comfortable and cozy environment allowing one to have a carefree food experience and enjoy in the moments with those around them.
One important thing to note about Julio’s is that it’s a cash only establishment. While this concept might sound crazy in this day in age, it’s definitely not hurting business. Often one can encounter a line out the door. The quality and freshness of their food represses any grumblings one might have about the cash only rule and more importantly keeps their clientele happy and simply wanting more. From their in-house rotisserie chicken to their verde sauce, and might I not forget their exceptional Mexican martinis, Julio’s is hands down the best Mexican food in Austin.
