THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Salt Lake City (February 2020)

Rio Grande Cafe

79/100 (1169 ratings)

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"The food was good and the service was over the top! We had a little miscommunication on a reservation but the staff from hostess to server to manager..."

Melinda Heinlen

"The food and drinks were AMAZING! But best of all is the family friendly environment with great music. They were attentive and fast. I definitely..."

Chrystal Jimenez

"Love this place! Such an awesome hidden gem of Salt Lake. Their food is fantastic and their pricing is great. I highly recommend taking a..."

Grace D. Ilott

"Rio Grande Cafe is such a cool spot for mexican comfort cuisine and fine margaritas! Very cool cafe vibe. Kid friendly. Lovely patio/ downtown..."

Stacey Deittman

"I really don’t care what anyone has to say about this place. Old management, new management. I’ve been coming here since I was a kid and it is..."

Brady Hansard

"Great place for food with friends. The service is top notch and like family. Plates are more than ample and hot food consistently..."

Leigh Von Der Esch

"The wait staff and owner were so amazing, and treated me like family. The food is awesome. If you want a good drink try the guava Jarritos soda. It..."

Mariah Tucker

"I've eaten at Rio Grande from the very beginning. Their beef enchiladas and specifically their beef Santa Fe enchiladas are just so good!!! Their..."

Jessica Finlayson Petersen

"We love this place! Food is excellent and consistent. Halibut tacos are delicious, guacamole fresh, and everything we’ve tried has been good. Best..."

Stacey Castor

"Super awesome enviroment ❤️💖 Very clean and awesome service, food was yummy drinks were kept filled! They don't do anything for birthdays if..."

Jessica Lynn Metz

"Mmmmmm, Mexican comfort food! My fave is the Carnitas Tacos and Mango Margaritas. Cool old school vibe located in a historic train depot. Fast and..."

Tyne Hennessy

"Amazing atmosphere.. amazing staff... amazing..."

Sky Parrish

"I reclently went to the Rio Grande in the first time in a long time after their short closer to enjoy a quite mexican brunch. Enjoyed some fresh..."

Josh Scheuerman

"No one can beat Rio Grande's salsa, guacamole and the rest of the fabulous Mexican food! We've been eating here for over 35 years and they never..."

Laurie Pratt Wall

"Rio Grande is a perfect spot for a nice satisfying breakfast and delicious cup of coffee. Their menu was different and so inviting. The atmosphere is..."

Diya Kotak

"Byron Lovell, owner of dodo and porcupine grill took over this nostalgic place with a menu to die for. The tacos are real shredded beef made just the..."

Clair Smedley

"Great food, friendly staff. The music really takes me back. Haven't seen a jukebox in a long, long time. The old train station is said to be haunted..."

Wesley

"Over 20 years, still some of the best food in..."

Kevin Hansen

"Good Food. I often eat there with friends from work. The service is hit and miss. Once in a while you get a server who is quick and friendly. I get..."

Idbehappy2

"Best Mexican In Town!. I've been coming here for years and it just keeps getting better and better. Hot, fresh food, impeccable service, and the best..."

Erica Richardson

"This place surprised me. Great food, great atmosphere. Loved the look and everyone was friendly. Had the Mexican Lasagna. It was wonderful!! Going..."

Zac-Jocee Arriola

"Stuffed poblanos were amazing!we ordered 3 of them, and we certainly made the right choice, we loved the light pepper sauce with the balsamic..."

Andrea

"Tiramisu , so , so moist and yummy! I like the presentation too..."

Amid

"Something is changing for good , gourmet quality specials are being featured on Fridays and Saturday's , top Mexican cuisine dishes , right portion..."

Peter

"My favorite Mexican is Utah. Been going here for years and years. The guacamole is the best! Anything on the menu is great, I love the chicken..."

Foodlover

"Fish tacos!!. The margarita's here are amazing. The chips and salsa are average, unless you ask for a hot salsa, which has a lot more flavor. I used..."

Lemonrose14

"Great chimi & carnitas. The chimi is grilled, not deep fried and delicious, the pork is the best filling for anything on the menu. Great margaritas..."

A S

"Yummy margaritas. Rio Grande is a fun dining experience. It's laid back and charming. I love going there in the summer to sit on their AWESOME patio...."

Rachel

"Both were delicious, more than I expected, and my plate was cleared before I had time to notice. Next time you're down town, check it out. It's great..."

Daniel Burton

"Whatever you call the food at the Rio-Mexican diner, comfort food, Tex-Mex, yummy-there is no mistaking that it has had a place in the hearts and..."

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