Uncle Julio's has quietly pulled the plug on its short-lived Frisco outpost at 2401 Preston Road near Stonebriar Center, leaving a prime corner suddenly dark. The location, which only opened in April 2024 after construction delays, shut its doors in mid-May after less than two years of service. Shoppers and regulars now find an empty storefront where the chain's sizzling fajitas and theatrical chocolate piñatas once drew weekend crowds.
Lease issues cited by company
In a statement to CultureMap Dallas, Uncle Julio's explained the decision this way: "While the company explored every opportunity to continue operating at the location, the closure ultimately follows unresolved lease-related matters with the property." The outlet noted that the chain's PR representative did not respond to additional requests for comment.
Short lifespan in Frisco
Community Impact reported that the Frisco restaurant closed on May 13 and listed the address as 2401 Preston Road. The local coverage also pointed out that the site was first announced in 2022 but did not open until April 2024 because of construction delays.
Ownership shift and brand strategy
Sun Holdings acquired Uncle Julio's at a foreclosure auction in December 2024, according to the buyer's announcements. Sun Holdings has said the new owner is repositioning the brand and exploring smaller cantina-style formats as it integrates the chain into its portfolio.
For Frisco diners
The chain still runs several Dallas-area restaurants, including locations in Allen and Dallas, so Frisco regulars do not have to travel far for their next fajita fix, local reporting notes. While the Frisco unit's abrupt closure has clearly disappointed fans, sources say the brand is in the middle of a broader reshuffle following its 2024 sale.
What’s next for the space
City permit records show a 7,241-square-foot buildout at 2401 Preston was completed for Uncle Julio's at the Stonebriar site, but neither the company nor mall management has announced a replacement tenant. The City of Frisco's archives list the project under the Stonebriar Mall address, leaving the future of the space an open question.
Uncle Julio's corporate site now lists the Frisco restaurant among closed locations, and the chain's locations page sends guests to its other restaurants across the footprint. This story will be updated if the company or property manager releases further details.
