About us

Juan in a Million has been serving Mexican breakfast and lunch in East Austin since 1980. Opened by two school teachers, Juan and Myrna Meza, the restaurant values its homemade recipes and welcomes everyone like family. Juan still shakes hands with everyone who walks through the doors.

School teachers Juan and Myrna Meza took a chance on their dream and opened Juan in a Million in July 1980 in East Austin. Thirty-seven years later, Juan in a Million remains a true family business with son Juan Jr managing day-to-day operations and daughter Christina managing media relations.

Even the Meza grandkids pitch in to welcome and serve customers. Together the family continues to serve original, homemade recipes with a smile and hearty handshake. Classics like enchiladas, Menudo, and huevos rancheros are made with Abuelita in mind, and breakfast is served all day. Customer favorites include the Migas plate, Con Queso Breakfast, and the famous Don Juan Taco! We’ve been serving the Don Juan Taco – a heaping plate of bacon, potatoes, eggs, and cheese on a warm tortilla – since we opened our doors over 36 years ago.

It’s the most popular item on our menu thanks to college students looking for a filling meal at a price that doesn’t break the bank. Some customers even assert that the Don Juan Taco is big enough to feed a family of four. There’s an ongoing contest amongst customers to see who can eat the most Don Juan Tacos in one sitting. The current record is nine tacos for the Men’s category, five for Women’s (completed in 51 minutes and 43 seconds!!), and four for Celebrity (attempted by Adam Richman on Man v Food).

At Juan in a Million, we strive to provide the best customer service, with great food and great prices. We've been fortunate to be recognized with awards for Best Breakfast Tacos and Best Restauranteur Handshake over the years. The food is simple and homemade. No tricks, nothing fancy. We are proud of our Eastside roots and value the community that helped shape who we are today. We have a passion for education and are committed to giving back through our annual Hole in Juan Golf Tournament.