What People Are Saying About Julio's Cocina Latina
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The Scene – Nestled inside a northwest suburban strip mall, Julio's casual cafe setting of brightly colored walls and bird and lizard motifs transports diners to warmer climes. Locals dine at the bar; a few outdoor tables dot the sidewalk in front. – – The Food – A blend of South American, Mexican and Caribbean cuisines ranges from fried plantains to paella. To start, creamy-crispy artichoke fritters are paired with spicy lemon-pepper dipping sauce; crab and shrimp quesadilla has Asiago and jack cheeses and honey-wheat tortillas with smoky chipotle sour cream. Seafood…
The Details on Julio's Cocina Latina
Save Money:
On Monday nights, there's no corkage fee for B.Y.O. (limit one bottle per table).
When to Go:
Try lunch, when a menu of specialties, enchiladas and tortas (sandwiches) is almost all less than $10.
What to Drink:
Choose from an extensive tequila and rum selection for a freshly shaken margarita or Cuba libre, or a list of nonalcoholic choices (raspberry lemonade, guava-mango-green-tea granita).
The Extras:
Live Brazilian jazz music is featured on Saturday nights (and occasional Fridays).
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar
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