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Rio Grill, Carmel, CA

Rio Grill

4.6
4.6
2468 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Rio Grill, located in the Crossroads in Carmel, has been the place to meet friends, enjoy tasty, flavorful food and relax with a refreshing cocktail or glass of wine for over 38 Years.
Chef Luis Osorio creative American dishes are some of the most flavorful, colorful and vibrant on the Monterey Peninsula and celebrate flavor in every mouthwatering bite!
In addition to the main dining room, Rio Grill has a comfortable lounge and full bar serving refreshing libations including the restaurant’s famous "Rio Rita.” The bar is lined with colorful caricatures of local faces and celebrities. Rio Grill's award-winning wine list by Wine Director, Gabe de la Vega, features more than 250 labels featuring a ton of local wineries and an extensive selection available by the glass.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 625-5436
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luis Osorio
  • Catering
    Please contact: events@coastalrootshospitality.com
  • Private party facilities
    At Rio Grill, we will provide a memorable experience and take care of all the details for your next event. From the rehearsal dinner, to the wedding reception, Rio Grill is Carmel’s best restaurant for a special occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Banquet Coordinator: (855) 704-3623
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Cross street
    Rio Road
  • Parking details
    The Rio Grill offers plenty of convenient parking.
  • Public transit
    Public Transit is just a few yards from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,468 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Healthy

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rio Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent care" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the "always flavorful" and "beautifully presented" dishes, including artichoke appetizers and skirt steak. The seasonal menu and attentive staff ensure each visit is memorable, making it a favorite for casual lunches and special occasions alike.

2,468 Reviews
  1. Leslie

    Central Coast

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always good here and the atmosphere very friendly. Service prompt and reasonable prices.
    Rio GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you leslie for the wonderfull feedback regarding food and service. Please visit us again.

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  2. Carol

    Central Coast

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chose one of the brunch specials, Grilled Poached Eggs Avocado Toast. Absolutely delicious. Grilled poached eggs with buffalo mozzarella and fresh tomatoes. Our usual Sport Tea always a great accompaniment ending the meal with pumpkin cheesecake. Our server was thoughtful, keeping in touch yet not intrusive.
    Rio GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you Carol for your wonderful feedback. We are glad that you enoyed our Brunch specials. Please vist us again.

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  3. Leslie

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been coming here for years to get the Penne Prawn Pasta. Last night’s pasta dish was oily and greasy. Definitely not what it used to be. I thought maybe it was a one time thing however a fellow diner said it was not the same the previous time she had it. The calamari was good and the Barada salad was good.
    Rio GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you Leslie for the feedback. Sorry to hear about th penne pasta. I will talk to my chef to make it right. Please visit us again!

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  4. JULIA

    Chicago

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely waitress. Great food . Beautiful,Christmas tree
    Rio GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you Julia for the 5 star review. Please visit us again !

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  5. Bill

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Normally have had a good experience at Rio Grill. Food was fresh, taste just OK. Waiter tried to rush us (table of 4), had to ask for water refill 3 times, and ask for and never received a condiment for one of our meals.
    Rio GrillResponded on December 12, 2024
    Hi Bill. We apologize that your last dining experience with us was not great. I will have a chat with my servers about this and we will try our hardest to not let this happen again. Again, I apologize, we never want our guests to feel like they are rushed and not attended to. -Rio Grill Management

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  6. Patricia

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, as always. Food ingredients very fresh Server and hostess were nice and thorough Highly recommend.
    Rio GrillResponded on November 27, 2024
    Thank you Patricia for the 5-star review. Fresh food ingredients is a priority to us and we are glad you had a great experience. Looking forward to having you dine with us again. -Rio Grill Management

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  7. Jennifer

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My regular favorite- Prawns with penne pasta- continues to shine, but we also tried a carbonara pasta special that was amazing. Yummy food and warm, friendly staff that checked on us often.
    Rio GrillResponded on November 26, 2024
    Thank you Jennifer for the wonderfull feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your favorite entree prawn pasta. I will share your feedback with my chef and the staffs. Please visit us again for another great food and service.

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  8. Maelynn

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Elbert was great, as were the staff from hostess to busboy. The calamari was very tasty but our entrees, while of good quality, were under seasoned. For this reason, the I rated food and value value only 4-stars. Overall, a pleasant meal and experience.
    Rio GrillResponded on November 18, 2024
    Maelynn, thank you so much for taking the time in giving us a review. We take all feedback to heart and will definatly be taking this into consideration and speaking to our chefs. We hope to see you very soon once again. :) -Rio Grill Mgmt Team

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  9. Wendie

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    You should put back all the decor that’s missing: colorful animal sculptures and other Southwest iconic representations
    Rio GrillResponded on November 12, 2024
    Thank you very much Wendie for the 5-star review. Please visit us again for another wonderful experience!

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  10. Bruce

    VIP

    Central Coast

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service Fabulous food Wonderful meal !!!!
    Rio GrillResponded on November 10, 2024
    Thank you for the 5-star review. Please visit us again!

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FAQs

Rio Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 625-5436.

Rio Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 2468 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rio Grill

101 Crossroads Boulevard, Carmel, CA 93923

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rio Road
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Rio Grill offers plenty of convenient parking.
  • Public transit
    Public Transit is just a few yards from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luis Osorio
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 625-5436
  • Catering
    Please contact: events@coastalrootshospitality.com
  • Private party facilities
    At Rio Grill, we will provide a memorable experience and take care of all the details for your next event. From the rehearsal dinner, to the wedding reception, Rio Grill is Carmel’s best restaurant for a special occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Banquet Coordinator: (855) 704-3623
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