Uncle Julio's

A chain Mexican restaurant has opened in the Brookfield Square Mall. This is the first Uncle Julio's location in Wisconsin, which has locations in nine other states. The large building in the mall's parking lot features rustic chic décor and a large wrap-around patio with fire pits. The menu is Tex-Mex with an emphasis on fajitas ($17.49-$26.99), including filet mignon, shrimp and salmon versions, all served with homemade flour tortillas. Tacos and combination platters make up the bulk of the rest of the menu, including seared ahi tuna tacos ($16.49) with mango jicama slaw. For dessert, the chocolate piñata ($25) is quite a show, since you have to crack open the hanging chocolate ball filled with fruit and churros. The margarita and tequila list is extensive with frozen and rocks options.