Dallas, Texas – When celebrities visit your restaurant, it’s a big deal. But when that visit becomes viral on social media, it becomes a moment to remember. That’s exactly what happened at Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex in Dallas over the weekend.
Popular actors Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, co-stars from the hit movie Anyone But You, were seen enjoying dinner at the buzzing Tex-Mex restaurant along with none other than Full House star John Stamos. Their visit quickly became the talk of the town — both online and offline.
Celebrity Spotting in Dallas Sparks Romance Rumors
The actors were in town for Glen Powell’s younger sister’s wedding, where both Sweeney and Powell were seen together. This led to fresh rumors of a possible romance between the two. However, both stars remained quiet about the gossip. Powell’s mom, Cyndy Powell, later told People magazine that Sydney and Glen are “just friends.”
Still, their joint dinner at the restaurant only added fuel to the buzz.
Joe Leo Tex-Mex Honors the Celebs With Their Own Tacos
By Tuesday, Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex had fully embraced the attention. The restaurant updated its menu to honor the trio with new taco creations named after each of them.
Here’s what’s now available on the menu at 2722 N Fitzhugh, Dallas:
Glen’s Golden Tacos – Two crispy beef picadillo tacos served with Mexican rice and refried beans — exactly how Glen ordered them during his visit.
Sydney’s Soft Chicken Tinga Tacos – Sydney’s choice: Soft tortillas filled with tender chicken in a smoky, sweet tinga sauce.
Uncle Jesse’s Jumbo Shrimp Brochette – Named after John Stamos’ Full House character “Uncle Jesse,” this dish features bacon-wrapped shrimp stuffed with jalapeños and Monterey Jack cheese, served with rice.
When asked about the sudden menu change, a Joe Leo staff member said, “When Hollywood shows up for tacos, Joe Leo makes them part of the menu.”
Local Fans React as the News Spreads Fast
Photos of the celebrity dinner were quickly picked up by local photographers and became trending news on Dallas social media by Monday morning. Fans rushed to the restaurant, not just to catch a glimpse of the stars but to try the newly named tacos.
