DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN & TEQUILA BAR

Health grade
A · 91/100
Orange County rank
Safer than 46%
Diner rating
4.9 ★ · 17,501 reviews
Violations
2 intermediate and 3 basic
Last inspected
Mar 2026

It pulls 4.9 stars across 17,501 reviews and ranks safer than 46% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Look for mexican in Orlando. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, and healthy diners.

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Restaurant details

Health grade
A (91/100)
Violations
5 total — 2 intermediate, 3 basic
Address
9776 EAGLE CREEK CENTER BLVD, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Mexican
Categories
Mexican restaurant
Price
$20–60
Rating
4.9 stars (17501 reviews)
Seats
231
Phone
(407) 412-5551
Website
Official website
Photo of DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN & TEQUILA BAR
Photo: Don Julio Mexican Kitchen - Eagle Creek

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.9 Community-sourced rating 17,501 reviews
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What diners say — our read

An average is a poor summary when the underlying reviews look like this. Reviewers who mention front-of-house rate this place 4.2 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

No one in this corpus comments on speed of service at all. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (17 of 24). Of the 24 rated reviews, 20 sit at four stars or better and 2 at two or below.

On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (91/100), with 2 intermediate and 3 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. The visit behind that grade was March 24, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. That puts it ahead of 46% of graded kitchens in Orange County. For specifics, the last inspection cited wiping cloths and handwash sinks accessible.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 24 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Antonella gave great service!

  • June 30, 2026

    Always love the atmosphere and everything on the menu from the drinks to the food is top notch.

  • June 29, 2026

    Hoy fue mi primera vez visitando el restaurante Don Julio. Me encantó el servicio y la comida es muy satisfactorio Y deliciosa la mesera que nos atendió se llama Valentina muy dulce, atenta y Servicial, puedo decir que tuve una muy buena experiencia en mi primera vez visitando el restaurant definitivamente volveré como cliente regular.

  • June 28, 2026

    Andrea was a great waitress, she deserves a raise ❤️

  • June 28, 2026

    Front desk needs training. Showed up to do a take out order. No greeting at the front. One guy was in front a computer to the left.. 5 mins later young lady came out and was on her phone. Still no greeting. She looked at me then turned away. 10 mins later, she said may I help you and i asked for rhe menu. She disappeared. By the time I was ready to order, there's guy in front of me , then he said I dont take orders. Go to the left! Ol. Not going back there again

  • June 28, 2026

    Me encanta el lugar , el ambiente y sobre todo la atención de Johana R 💃😎

  • June 28, 2026

    Excelente ambiente y comida y sobre todo la atención de la server Johana

  • June 28, 2026

    Te toman fotos y no te dicen que las tienes que pagar hasta que te las van a entregar, carísimas, me parece un truco, no te dejan escoger cuánto porcentaje de propinas , solo el porcentaje que ellos te ponen en la aplicación.

  • June 28, 2026

    1st timer! Definitely will be back!

  • June 28, 2026

    I ordered the fried red snapper. It was fried too hard. I did NOT enjoy it. The fajitas were very delicious. The service is phenomenal. If you visit here just make they don't fry your fish too long or send it back immediately.

  • June 28, 2026

    Food was great Margarita was the server

  • June 27, 2026

    Margarita was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the entire meal. The music was good, the World Cup matches were on, and they were great at managing a very busy crowd. We will definitely be back!

  • June 27, 2026

    I went to eat with my work group, Laura attended us, the truth is a terrible service! Super bad attitude! He never brought us water, he didn't offer anything from the menu, he didn't go to the table regularly even so with few people in the restaurant, for this type of service one stops going to the places! If they go to Don Julio, I hope Laura doesn't attend them

  • June 27, 2026

    Management has changed a lot, to the worst. I’ve had issues from big tables to going by myself for lunch. Also stop forcing all your poor employees to make people leave 5 star reviews, you might trick them once but they will not return. I tried to talk to management but got ignored today, is ok last time you see me there.

  • June 26, 2026

    very nice place and super friendly staff! food was great

  • June 26, 2026

    Good server nathalia

  • June 26, 2026

    Buena comida la mesera dio el mejor servicio su nombre es nathalia.

  • June 26, 2026

    Best food best server Natalia.

  • June 26, 2026

    Nathalia the best server.

  • June 26, 2026

    Marianni was amazing

  • June 26, 2026

    This is the second time I’ve visited and been served by Axel—a fantastic bartender with a great selection of drinks. He prepared some truly delicious and incredible concoctions for me; honestly, he’s like an angel sent from heaven. Many thanks for the excellent service.

  • June 25, 2026

    Joana was great food was excellent good service nice and clean place highly recommend!

  • June 25, 2026

    Muy buena experiencia y comida, gracias a nuestra mesera Valentina, excelente servicio.

  • June 25, 2026

    Laura, una sonrisa bien bonita, buena antencion y todo.

Overall Score

76 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 20/20
    4.9★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 24, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
  2. October 24, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 24, 2026