Chico Julio - Permanently Closed

Chico Julio - Permanently Closed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   kty7

   New York City5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on November 19, 2014

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Overpriced for the neighborhood. Service was good. Music too loud for size of restaurant.
   

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   WAK2013 VIP

   New York City171 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on September 27, 2014

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   2nd time here, opt for the outdoor patio-lovely-while the weather is still warm. I would describe CJ a "Empillon lite". Latin street food, mostly seafood, elevated by multi-levels of flavor and texture, thoughtfully presented, at a fair price. A welcome additon to the UWS culinary scene.
   

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   Foodie60

   New York City48 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on September 12, 2014

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Chico Julio is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. The food is fresh and delicious with an imaginative twist on great Mexican coastal cuisine. The staff is very attentive and fun- Danny being a super waiter. A must visit and revisit on the UWS. We will be back again & again!
   

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   luvgdfd

   New York City17 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on September 10, 2014

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The guacamole was not too spicy but quite tasty. The stuffed shrimp special was excellent with unusual, creative yet Mexican flavoring. I can't wait to return.
   

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   bcbcbc

   New York City22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on August 29, 2014

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Interesting, great food. Wonderful yellow gazpacho, delicious and unusual tacos. Seasonings are superb. Wonderful garden in the back.
   

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   theatergoer

   New York City65 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on August 27, 2014

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   A wonderful addition to the neighborhood with outstanding food, service etc. The outside garden is charming and preferable to the dining area inside with loud music. Hopefully, they will lower the sound during the winter months. The food is beautifully presented and not laden with heavy accoutremants. Lovely, knowledgeable waiter who knew the history of this restaurant and well informed as to dishes and drinks. A wonderul evening. Looking forward to a return visit.
   

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   Laur

   New York City56 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on August 25, 2014

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Disappointed when our new favorite, Orale, was replaced by Chico Julio but with the emphasis on fish and the garden, gave it a whirl. Left still disappointed: the fish tacos were too thickly battered, and bland. The tiny shrimp in the tacos were swallowed in the large tortillas. Margaritas needed a larger glass and more booze for the price. The guacamole was fine but nothing I would run back for. With so many Mexican restaurants within a 20 block radius, I'd rather get my fix at the Taco Truck. So sorry this restaurant replaced Orale.
   

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   SkeetNYC

   New York City3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on August 21, 2014

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   I finally found GOOD mexican food on the Upper West Side. Although not cheap (like in California, e.g.), but VERY tasty and progressive. If weather permits, sit in the lovely garden in the back.
   

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   Eatoutalot

   New York City20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on August 19, 2014

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   But this is such a nice spot and the food was great as was the service. Nothing mind blowing but good food and nice atmosphere
   

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    Sprocket23

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on August 9, 2014

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1

    DON'T DO IT! This place was awful. Food was mediocre. Service was absurdly awful. Our food did not arrive until over an hour and a half after we ordered. We watched staff stand around while we waited for food, had to ask every time to have a drink refilled. Waiter and management were unapologetic, and the waiter was just downright rude. He messed up multiple things in our order (we were a party of 3). Oh, and it's a Mexican restaurant, right? The Chips & Guac was served with cold and stale tortilla chips, and the Guacamole had brown spots. The Sangria was watery. The table water was warm. Normally I give restaurants in my neighborhood more than one chance (it is so close to me) but I am never going back! Warning neighbors to stay away!
    

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