Press & Awards | Julio's Empanadas

Tampa Bay Times

New restaurant opens in St. Petersburg's Tyrone area: Julio's Latin Twist

By Sharon Kennedy Wynne — July 12, 2023

The Tampa Bay Times covered the opening of Julio's Empanadas, highlighting Julio's passion for bringing authentic Latin flavors to the Gulfport and St. Petersburg area. The article introduced Tampa Bay to a restaurant built on handcrafted recipes, personal service, and a bold promise: One Bite — Change Your Life.

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St. Petersburg Foodies

Gulfport Just Got a Little Tastier with Julio's Empanadas

By Kevin Godbee — January 12, 2024

St. Petersburg Foodies spotlighted Julio's Empanadas as a standout addition to the Gulfport dining scene, recognizing the craft, flavor, and community spirit that define the restaurant.

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FOX 13 — Charley Belcher

Julio's Empanadas in Gulfport

Charley Belcher — March 9, 2026

FOX 13's Charley Belcher takes us to a former gas station for some of the best empanadas in the area at Julio's Empanadas in Gulfport.

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Awards & Recognition

World's Best Popular Empanada

2025 Taste Latino Empanada Smackdown at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Tampa

BusinessRate Top 3 Restaurant

2025 — Gulfport, Florida · Google Reviews