
CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR
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About CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR
Weekly themed "Despecho" nights, including a Thursday edition, give CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR a regular events calendar alongside karaoke and live saxophone and DJ sets, and the Mexican restaurant and bar sits on W Jefferson St in Phoenix. The kitchen works in a modern Mexican register across a menu of around 33 dishes, running from Fritura Del Pacifico and Brasa Nayarita to tostadas topped with aguachile rojo or chicharron of pork belly, with short rib in mole, grilled octopus and pozole also on the list. The bar program carries equal weight, and the bartenders walk guests through the cocktail list from tables or bar seating. Reservations are taken, and both dinner and brunch are served. Dogs are welcome, and the doors open Tuesday through Sunday, closed Mondays.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid multi-storey car park · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Has kids' menu
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
33 dishes · mains $15–36- Fritura Del Pacifico$20.00
- 2 Tostadas De Aguachile Rojo$15.00
- 2 Tostadas Chicharron Pork Belly$15.00
- Brasa Nayarita$25.00
- 3 Tostadas De Chicharron De Ribeye$21.00
- 2 Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas$21.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grilled octopus, short rib mole, live music/karaoke nights and creative cocktails.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grilled octopus, short rib mole, live music/karaoke nights and creative cocktails.
Customer Review Summary
The short rib mole draws the most repeated praise, with reviewers separately calling out the short rib enchiladas and mole as standout dishes, one describing it as melting in your mouth and another noting a pleasant kick. Close behind, the grilled octopus and pork belly on guacamole appetizer earn specific mentions, along with a pozole one reviewer calls the best they have found in Phoenix. Cocktails come up constantly and consistently as creative and well crafted, with bartenders described as knowledgeable about pairing drinks to preferences. Live music, including a saxophone player, DJ sets, and karaoke and Despechadas nights, is repeatedly cited as elevating the evening, and several reviewers point to attentive service, including staff checking on tables that weren't even theirs. No recurring complaints appear among these accounts. One reviewer notes surprise that the restaurant doesn't surface in top-rated searches despite the experience, and several say a reservation ensured their table was ready right on arrival.
Customer Review Summary
The short rib mole draws the most repeated praise, with reviewers separately calling out the short rib enchiladas and mole as standout dishes, one describing it as melting in your mouth and another noting a pleasant kick. Close behind, the grilled octopus and pork belly on guacamole appetizer earn specific mentions, along with a pozole one reviewer calls the best they have found in Phoenix. Cocktails come up constantly and consistently as creative and well crafted, with bartenders described as knowledgeable about pairing drinks to preferences. Live music, including a saxophone player, DJ sets, and karaoke and Despechadas nights, is repeatedly cited as elevating the evening, and several reviewers point to attentive service, including staff checking on tables that weren't even theirs. No recurring complaints appear among these accounts. One reviewer notes surprise that the restaurant doesn't surface in top-rated searches despite the experience, and several say a reservation ensured their table was ready right on arrival.
Featured reviews
- Fernanda Medina
“We had a great experience here. The servers were all very attentive even when we were not their table, they still checked on us and made sure we had everything we needed. That level of customer service really stood out. …”
- Cristina Zamarron
“Casa de Julia completely exceeded mine and my best friends expectations. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt vibrant, elegant, and welcoming all at once. We came for the Thursday Noche de Despecho Rebelde night. The live music created the perfect vibe, and every detail — from the decor to the presentation of the food — made the experience feel special. The food was incredible. You can really taste the passion and authenticity- I mentioned it tasted like food my suegra would make. We did not leave a crumb behind. The cocktails were just as impressive and perfectly crafted. What stood out most was the service — everyone was genuinely attentive, friendly, and made us feel like valued guests instead of just another table. Casa de Julia isn’t just dinner, it’s an experience.”
- Michelle Ibarra
“Casa de Julia is such an amazing place to visit with your girlfriends. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was beautiful, the music set the perfect vibe, and everything just felt so fun and welcoming. I completely fell in love with …”
- Ana Ramirez
“The food was absolutely amazing—every dish was flavorful and clearly made with care. The service was top tier; the staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. On top of that, the environment was very welcoming …”
- Bianka Hains
“Such an amazing karaoke dinner experience! The food was delicious, the drinks were on point, and the atmosphere was so much fun. The song selection had something for everyone and the crowd made it even better. The staff was friendly, …”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has live music
- Serves local speciality
- Good for watching sport
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed outside
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
Show more amenities
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Offers kerbside pickup
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves late-night food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Dining options· 8
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
- Service options· 1
- Offers delivery
- Highlights· 6
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has live music
- Serves local speciality
- Good for watching sport
- Accessibility· 4
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Parking· 3
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
- Plenty of parking
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Mexican restaurants near CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR
- Chico Malo4.42,8610 mi$20–30
guacamole, enchiladas, margaritas
- Blanco Cocina + Cantina4.51,8270.2 mi$20–30
margaritas, fish tacos, guacamole
- Centrico4.81,1690.2 mi$10–20
guacamole made table-side, chili verde, pozole
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR | 4.5534 | — | $30–80 | grilled octopus, short rib mole, live music/karaoke nights |
| Chico Malo | 4.42,861 | 0 mi | $20–30 | guacamole, enchiladas, margaritas |
| Blanco Cocina + Cantina | 4.51,827 | 0.2 mi | $20–30 | margaritas, fish tacos, guacamole |
| Centrico | 4.81,169 | 0.2 mi | $10–20 | guacamole made table-side, chili verde, pozole |
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