Julio, owner of Julio's Empanadas, holding a plate of food in front of his hand-painted Gulfport mural

One Bite — Change Your Life

Handcrafted empanadas by Julio in Gulfport, FL

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The Food

Handcrafted. Every single bite.

Beef empanada split open on a silver tray, revealing densely packed seasoned beef filling

Yellow corn empanada split open showing melted cheese and seasoned filling

Alcapurria topped with shrimp, melted cheese, and fresh pico de gallo in a black bowl

Every empanada that leaves Julio's kitchen is handcrafted with the same care and passion that started this journey. From the seasoned beef to the golden corn masa, each bite tells a story of tradition, craft, and a love for feeding people right.

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Find us at 2201 49th Street South in Gulfport.

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Julio and his team in the restaurant kitchen with a giant empanada prop and Puerto Rico flag art on the wall

Meet Julio

"I don't just make food. I share my family, my culture, and my heart with every plate that goes out this window."

Julio built his restaurant from the ground up in Gulfport, Florida — a place where every empanada is made by hand, every sauce is his own recipe, and every customer is treated like family. What started as one man's passion for Latin cuisine has grown into an award-winning community landmark.

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