Julio's - Bothell

However, the service left much to be desired. When we arrived, about five or six tables were occupied, while the rest of the restaurant was empty. The waitress... read more However, the service left much to be desired. When we arrived, about five or six tables were occupied, while the rest of the restaurant was empty. The waitress cleaned two booths and offered us a choice, so we settled in. Unfortunately, there seemed to be a significant delay between ordering, receiving our meals, and getting the check, even considering how busy things became. We waited quite a while for our water to be refilled, and my husband didn’t receive his beans with the burrito. I couldn’t help but notice other tables getting their food and checks promptly, while one family sat with empty water glasses and tortilla chips, patiently waiting for their meal. Despite the service hiccups, we will definitely return. The fresh ingredients and delicious food are well worth it. I understand that busy nights can be challenging for a restaurant, so we are willing to give it another shot.

Julio's is an outstanding restaurant that offers freshly prepared, scratch-made dishes. It resembles the gourmet farm-to-table restaurants of Mexico City, offer... read more Julio's is an outstanding restaurant that offers freshly prepared, scratch-made dishes. It resembles the gourmet farm-to-table restaurants of Mexico City, offering a completely different experience from the typical Americanized Mexican food. One of my personal favorites is the rice and black beans, which are made simply yet bursting with natural flavors. The sauces and marinades enhance the ingredients rather than overpower them. The staff is incredibly kind and friendly. Having worked and traveled in Mexico and lived in Southern California, I've had my fair share of different styles of Mexican cuisine, which can vary greatly by region. Bothell is truly fortunate to have a restaurant of Julio's caliber.

This was my third time dining at Julio's, and Saturday night was quite busy. I had to wait 30 minutes for a table, but the staff worked incredibly hard to accom... read more This was my third time dining at Julio's, and Saturday night was quite busy. I had to wait 30 minutes for a table, but the staff worked incredibly hard to accommodate everyone. Since it was my birthday, they went out of their way to make it special for me. The margaritas were fantastic, and the food is truly the best Mexican cuisine I've had anywhere. I’ve lived in the South and have tried Mexican food in Mexico and six other states, but nothing compares to Julio's. I highly recommend this place!

My sister is a huge fan of tacos, and she claims that Julio's serves the best tacos she's ever tasted! read more My sister is a huge fan of tacos, and she claims that Julio's serves the best tacos she's ever tasted!

The food is absolutely delicious, so the poor service hardly matters! Be sure to order a Mojito or two... or three! read more The food is absolutely delicious, so the poor service hardly matters! Be sure to order a Mojito or two... or three!