Enjoy an inviting atmosphere, authentic hacienda culture and freshly-prepared Mexican food favorites at your local Uncle Julio’s restaurant in Ashburn, VA.
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Our mission to uncover was made possible by an invitation from our partners at Avocados From Mexico. We rely on their dependable harvest to keep our kitchens prepped with the freshest avocados for our meals year-round.
From freshly ground grain to griddles, our exploration into the making of tortillas from San Juan marketplace to the kitchen of .martinez proves that tortillas, like the ones we make in our own kitchens, are simply as good as it gets.
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The final step to tortilla prep is a quick hit on the griddle to cook the dough. With years upon years of experience, tortilla timing is second nature to .martinez.
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Every handmade tortilla is individually pressed to the perfect thickness. It may not be the fastest technique, but it’s certainly the most delicious!
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Don’t miss Episode 4 of our journey into . Discover how the best of the best turn whole grain corn into perfectly thin tortillas for all your favorite traditional fillings.
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This December calls for refreshing, bold citrus flavor of blood orange in our new Fresh Margarita of the Month! Made with freshly squeezed and muddled blood orange and lime, 100% Agave Lunazul Tequila and St. Germain! All month long!
To make fresh corn tortillas, whole grains are soaked and hulled before being ground into dough traditionally by hand using a stone metate. Tortilla masters like .martinez know when their dough is just right!
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If you had to choose one tortilla for the rest of your life, are you or ? Comment below and be honest! (Thankfully, Uncle Julio's serves fresh corn and flour tortillas, so it’s a decision you’ll never be forced to make).
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We’re proud to have made fresh tortillas alongside the very best. Mexico’s own .martinez keeps true tradition alive with fresh ground masa flattened and toasted to perfection—just as we do in our kitchens for you.
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This Thanksgiving we will be closed so our restaurant team members can spend time with their families! We look forward to serving you during our normal hours on Friday! Happy Thanksgiving from Uncle Julio’s!
Our trip to the San Juan market proved what we always believe: freshness makes all the difference in taste. Whether it’s fresh corn for fresh tortillas or the freshest taco toppings, we know freshness and goodness go hand in hand.
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Tortillas have been a Mexican staple long before the cultivation of corn we’re so familiar with now. The 59 colorful varieties of grain grown throughout Mexico continue to provide a wide range of flavor and texture to Mexican dishes.
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We’re shining a spotlight on real, authentic tortillas in Episode 4 of our journey into . See how these essential ingredients get in authentic Mexican marketplaces, at home, and in our kitchens.
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Next stop on our journey through : tortillas! 🫓 Tune in here this Thursday to see how authentic Mexican tortillas get from grain to griddle.
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To all brave heroes who served to keep us safe, we’re grateful for your service today and everyday! Happy Veterans Day from Uncle Julio’s 🇺🇸
New month, new Fresh Margarita! This November we’re keeping it cool and crisp with Cranberry Apple. We combine fresh Fuji apples muddled to order, cranberries, fresh lime juice, and 100% agave Lunazul Tequila and St. Germain to make this perfect seasonal margarita!
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Our travels to Michoacán showed us that are as much about the people, places, and experiences you encounter as they are about the ingredients and recipes. We find heart in our heritage and hope to share even more of that influence with you.
Mexico’s many sights are just as important as its many tastes. Soak in the lively architecture, beautiful public art, and widespread greenery we found on our travels around Morelia in Michoacán.
For those who like it hot, you must try our Honey Habañero Shrimp appetizer! You get 4 jumbo shrimp grilled to perfection, stuffed with freshly minced habañero & queso fresco, bacon-wrapped and drizzled with a sweet and flavorful honey chipotle glaze!
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Make it a Fajita Friday with our fresh Chicken and Steak fajitas! You’ll hear them sizzling with flavor from our sauteed peppers and onions, mesquite grilled chicken breast, and tender steak hand-trimmed by our butcher!
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Beyond sights and tastes, our travels reminded us how essential the sounds of Mexico are to the experience we provide to our guests. Mexican music comes alive among life’s shared spaces—preserving the heritage we celebrate every day.
Elisa Monge| NRO Captain| Manager Trainer - DC Market
Elise has been part of the Uncle Julio’s family for over 12 years. She joined the team in Reston as a Hostess initially. She was determined to become part of the Uncle Julio’s experience after dining frequently over the years. Uncle Julio’s was her grandpa’s favorite restaurant, so her family would come together for birthdays and special celebrations. Elise explained “one of my favorite traditions we have in our culture is the piñata during birthdays, a dessert offered in our restaurants that gets to be part of a lot of celebrations with our guests. It’s filled with different flavors just like the Uncle Julio’s family.” When speaking about the Uncle Julio’s culture, Elise shared that one of her favorite aspects of working for Uncle Julio’s is the people she works with, the guest she interacts with, and all the memories they build together each and every day. “In the Hispanic culture we say ‘mi casa, tu casa’, which describes our love for taking care of guests and each other here at Uncle Julio’s.” Elise takes a lot of pride in her work and is a role model for others on the team. She is a New Restaurant Opening Team Captain and trainer for new managers in the greater DC area. According to Elise, “I am proud to be part of a team that represents our roots and values everything that we do. And I am honored to be part of the fanatismo de la cultura hispana.”
Her favorite margarita is the Tres Amigos, served with……. Her favorite appetizer is the Honey Habanero Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, which she describes as a little bit sweet and a little bit spicy, just like my personality.
Elisa Monge| NRO Captain| Manager Trainer - DC Market
Elise has been part of the Uncle Julio’s family for over 12 years. She joined the team in Reston as a Hostess initially. She was determined to become part of the Uncle Julio’s experience after dining frequently over the years. Uncle Julio’s was her grandpa’s favorite restaurant, so her family would come together for birthdays and special celebrations. Elise explained “one of my favorite traditions we have in our culture is the piñata during birthdays, a dessert offered in our restaurants that gets to be part of a lot of celebrations with our guests. It’s filled with different flavors just like the Uncle Julio’s family.” When speaking about the Uncle Julio’s culture, Elise shared that one of her favorite aspects of working for Uncle Julio’s is the people she works with, the guest she interacts with, and all the memories they build together each and every day. “In the Hispanic culture we say ‘mi casa, tu casa’, which describes our love for taking care of guests and each other here at Uncle Julio’s.” Elise takes a lot of pride in her work and is a role model for others on the team. She is a New Restaurant Opening Team Captain and trainer for new managers in the greater DC area. According to Elise, “I am proud to be part of a team that represents our roots and values everything that we do. And I am honored to be part of the fanatismo de la cultura hispana.”
Her favorite margarita is the Tres Amigos, served with……. Her favorite appetizer is the Honey Habanero Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, which she describes as a little bit sweet and a little bit spicy, just like my personality.
Variety is the spice of Mexican life when it comes to corn. This homegrown staple provides a diverse range of white, yellow, blue and red varieties—all favored for their unique flavor for different dishes. What’s your favorite corn recipe?
Variety is the spice of Mexican life when it comes to corn. This homegrown staple provides a diverse range of white, yellow, blue and red varieties—all favored for their unique flavor for different dishes. What’s your favorite corn recipe?
Queso cotija is a favorite traditional topping for tacos, soups, and street corn due to its crumbly nature, salty flavor, and ability to soften without melting. We sampled the freshest cojita in Morelia — another we choose for our own menu.
Queso cotija is a favorite traditional topping for tacos, soups, and street corn due to its crumbly nature, salty flavor, and ability to soften without melting. We sampled the freshest cojita in Morelia — another we choose for our own menu.
Thirsty Thursday cravings solved 🍹Come enjoy our full bar with hand crafted classics and signature drinks like our Fresh Strawberry Margarita!
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Our trip to Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, showed us more than just a rich artisanal history through architecture and food. We learned just how important community was to sharing and keeping that cultural heritage alive.
Our trip to Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, showed us more than just a rich artisanal history through architecture and food. We learned just how important community was to sharing and keeping that cultural heritage alive.
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our guests feel valued and welcome here.
Meet Victor Galan
Line Cook
Victor has been with Uncle Julio’s for over 21 years! The camera-shy Victor, has been a line cook the entire time, perfecting his craft at this position. He takes pride in creating each delicious dish for our guests.
Victor embraces in his Hispanic heritage. “We have great traditions and I love to celebrate with family and friends!” He draws on his heritage while preparing the dishes as if his family were sitting at the table.
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our guests feel valued and welcome here.
Meet Victor Galan
Line Cook
Victor has been with Uncle Julio’s for over 21 years! The camera-shy Victor, has been a line cook the entire time, perfecting his craft at this position. He takes pride in creating each delicious dish for our guests.
Victor embraces in his Hispanic heritage. “We have great traditions and I love to celebrate with family and friends!” He draws on his heritage while preparing the dishes as if his family were sitting at the table.
Clear blue skies, bright sun, stunning architecture, and lush greenery across the surrounding hills and valleys. These are just a few of Michoacán’s amazing signatures that we encountered on our journey through avocado country for in .
Clear blue skies, bright sun, stunning architecture, and lush greenery across the surrounding hills and valleys. These are just a few of Michoacán’s amazing signatures that we encountered on our journey through avocado country for in .
Traditional markets, or mercados, are bustling hubs of true culture and cuisine. From spices and handmade tortillas to fresh produce and prepared meats—these long-standing family trades and products are true that we use on our own menu every day.
Traditional markets, or mercados, are bustling hubs of true culture and cuisine. From spices and handmade tortillas to fresh produce and prepared meats—these long-standing family trades and products are true that we use on our own menu every day.
It’s National Quesadilla Day! The perfect day to try our Quesa-Birria stuffed with adobo rubbed barbacoa beef and melted cheese all in a spicy corn tortilla. Or keep it classic with our traditional style Quesa-Birria with Barbacoa Beef, Pulled Chicken, Fajita Chicken or Beef, 3 Cheese, or Veggie! Come celebrate with us!
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In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our guests feel valued and welcome here.
Meet Genesis Lopez
Payroll Specialist
Genesis has been with Uncle Julio’s for over 8 years! And we’re fortunate to have her — she started as a server, then quickly took on more responsibility to become office manager, then hospitality leader. She was recently promoted to a payroll specialist at our Restaurant Support Center.
The love of Uncle Julio’s from-scratch cuisine is what attracted Genesis to Uncle Julio’s. Little did she know at the time she would fall in love with the people and culture. “There is so much effort that goes into making sure we take care of our guests and team members.” Like Uncle Julio’s, the Hispanic community takes pride in family and heritage. There is nothing better than being able to prepare delicious food and enjoy the company of friends and family.
“This has been my home for most of my adult life, and I will always be grateful for the growth and knowledge I have obtained here.”
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our guests feel valued and welcome here.
Meet Genesis Lopez
Payroll Specialist
Genesis has been with Uncle Julio’s for over 8 years! And we’re fortunate to have her — she started as a server, then quickly took on more responsibility to become office manager, then hospitality leader. She was recently promoted to a payroll specialist at our Restaurant Support Center.
The love of Uncle Julio’s from-scratch cuisine is what attracted Genesis to Uncle Julio’s. Little did she know at the time she would fall in love with the people and culture. “There is so much effort that goes into making sure we take care of our guests and team members.” Like Uncle Julio’s, the Hispanic community takes pride in family and heritage. There is nothing better than being able to prepare delicious food and enjoy the company of friends and family.
“This has been my home for most of my adult life, and I will always be grateful for the growth and knowledge I have obtained here.”
When we say, “from Mexico to our Menu,” we also mean the culture of hard work, dedication, and unrivaled sense of community shown throughout Mexican markets. These values are true we aim to honor in our kitchens and at your table.
When we say, “from Mexico to our Menu,” we also mean the culture of hard work, dedication, and unrivaled sense of community shown throughout Mexican markets. These values are true we aim to honor in our kitchens and at your table.
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our valued guests feel welcome here.
Meet Leticia Ramirez
Server
“Mi casa is su casa, you are never too early or too late!”
Leticia, has been with us for more than 20 years! And we’re lucky to have her — her warm smile and commitment to our guests experience never fail to brighten her home restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas.
She treats everyone as if they were a guest in her home, and the respect and love she feels with her team shows in everything she does.
When asked what her favorite entrée is at Uncle Julio’s hands down, she recommends the carne asada because the mesquite grilled skirt steak is tender and delicious!
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor our Hispanic American Familia.
From the kitchen to the front door, we appreciate everything that our Hispanic American team members do to make our valued guests feel welcome here.
Meet Leticia Ramirez
Server
“Mi casa is su casa, you are never too early or too late!”
Leticia, has been with us for more than 20 years! And we’re lucky to have her — her warm smile and commitment to our guests experience never fail to brighten her home restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas.
She treats everyone as if they were a guest in her home, and the respect and love she feels with her team shows in everything she does.
When asked what her favorite entrée is at Uncle Julio’s hands down, she recommends the carne asada because the mesquite grilled skirt steak is tender and delicious!
44703 Thorndike Street
Ashburn, VA
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Our trip to Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, showed us more than just a rich artisanal history through architecture and food. We learned just how important community was to sharing and keeping that cultural heritage alive. #UncleJulios #AuthenticInspirations #MadeFromScratch
Clear blue skies, bright sun, stunning architecture, and lush greenery across the surrounding hills and valleys. These are just a few of Michoacán’s amazing signatures that we encountered on our journey through avocado country for #AuthenticInspirations in #Mexico. #UncleJulios #Wanderlust
When we say, “from Mexico to our Menu,” we also mean the culture of hard work, dedication, and unrivaled sense of community shown throughout Mexican markets. These values are true #AuthenticInspirations we aim to honor in our kitchens and at your table. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch
Transport yourself to Michoacán—a true epicenter of #Mexican culinary heritage, innovation and AuthenticInspirations in Episode 3 of our series, streaming here on 9/19. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch
Did you know all @AvocadosFromMexico are picked by hand? 🧑🌾 They're pruned just before ripe at the end of each stem and packed carefully for delivery to our kitchens. They ripen just in time for our fresh tableside #guacamole. 🥑 #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #AlwaysGood
This stone bowl is a molcajete (pronounced mowl·kuh·hay·tay). It's traditionally used to crush spices and mash ingredients to prepare fresh salsa or guacamole. 🥑 Our signature tableside #guacamole is prepared and served in exactly this way so we can bring even more of our #AuthenticInspirations to you. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch
Three days is all it takes for @AvocadosFromMexico to arrive at our kitchens once picked. We can even trace each crate straight back to the farm it came from 🔎 This ensures the freshest fruit for your tableside #guacamole, all mashed from scratch! 🥑 #UncleJulios #AuthenticInspirations #MadeFromScratch #AlwaysGood
Our travels to Michoacán uncovered the essential ingredients and skills to bring more #AuthenticInspirations to our menu. Great taste and great heritage are meant to be shared. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Tacos
One fresh Street Taco is never enough, especially when the #tortillas are handmade. We've taken a page from Mexican tortillerias' own book to put real Street Tacos with handmade tortillas on the menu. How’s that for #AuthenticInspirations? 🌮 😋 #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch
Get out your molcajete and mash together fresh guac for #NationalAvocadoDay! Tune in here on 8/22 for Episode 2 of our #AuthenticInspirations travel series spotlighting our classic Mexican guacamole. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Guacamole
We can't replicate the sights and sounds of the San Juan market, but we can bring you Morelia's great tastes with Authentic Street Tacos—available at any Uncle Julio’s location. #AuthenticInspirations #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Tacos
Have you seen the #AuthenticInspirations behind our new Street Tacos yet? 👀 Link in bio. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Tacos
Nothing tops the #AuthenticInspirations of the sights, aromas and flavors of Mexican street vendors. Every step offers new delicacies to discover and share, like carne hot off the grill. 🤤 Our new street tacos can be ordered with carnitas, chicken, spicy shrimp, or barbacoa beef. #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Tacos #Travel
Coming Soon: Join us behind the scenes of our search for #AuthenticInspirations, from Mexico to our menu to your feed. Episode 1: “Tacos” will premiere right here on July 11! #UncleJulios #MadeFromScratch #Tacos
A little peak behind the scene of our latest media shoot. Starring: Made-to-order Guacamole! #guacamole #unclejulios #madefromscratch
Happy Cinco De Mayo! Give a big cheers to *almost* summer with our fresh Raspberry Margarita of the Month (or two…who’s counting, right!?)! It’s a perfect pairing for our famous mesquite-grilled fajitas! Can't join us in person? Bring the party home with our $5 to-go margaritas and $1 delivery. #CincoDeMayo #Countdown #UncleJulios #MargaritaTime #MadeFromScratch #Mexican #Cheers #AlmostSummer
You voted and we've tallied up the score. The Champion of the 2022 Uncle Julio's Most craveable and delicious meal is.....
An extra hour of daylight means an extra hour of patio time in the sun! See you there 🙂 🌞 🍹 #patiodrinks #margaritas
@skinnyfatpeople- Excellent use of the two-handed technique! We call that The Lumberjack #smashstyle. #unclejulios #madefromscratch #chocolatepinata #smashstyle
When you smash a piñata in celebration, you are honoring a Hispanic tradition that is more than 700 years old. Take a swing at our one-of-a-kind smashable dessert, inspired by traditional piñatas, to give your visit a grand finale. @ssgtrongaesq #chocolatepinata #churros #uj #birthday #dessert #celebration #madefromscratch
Satisfy your cravings for authentic, made-from-scratch Mexican food favorites at Uncle Julio’s. From salsa to fajitas to hand-made desserts, every dish at Uncle Julio’s is made fresh to order from the highest quality ingredients.
We want you to feel at home and part of the Uncle Julio’s family every time you dine with us. From the recipes we prepare to the way we manage our restaurants, every aspect has been Uncle Julio tested and Uncle Julio approved. Bring your friends and family and enjoy Uncle Julio’s on Thorndike Street in Ashburn, VA, where we bring you the flavor and festivities of our authentic hacienda culture. Find your casa at Uncle Julio’s!
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