Mexican food chain Uncle Julio’s has opened its first New Jersey restaurant.

It is located in the Bridgewater Commons at 400 Commons Way in Bridgewater. The space was previously occupied by seafood restaurant McCormick & Schmick’s, which closed in January 2019, according to a report by Patch.

The restaurant has an outdoor patio that can accommodate up to 88 diners.

“We start with made-from-scratch freshness and pair that with a focus on guest experience to create something special and unforgettable,” Harper Caron, president of Uncle Julio’s, said in a statement.

A variety of fajitas, tacos, margaritas and Tex-Mex favorites are part on the menu. Bacon Wrapped Camarones — six jumbo shrimp wrapped in bacon, stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese and jalapeños — is one of the more unique offerings.

Uncle Julio’s was founded in 1986. There are 38 restaurants across 12 different states.

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