College Thursdays at Rio Grande: An Evening of Fun, Food, and Friends
Rio Grande understands how hard college students work- and how they’ve got to make their money stretch further! That’s why we offer a special College Thursdays event every week.
The night is a perfect time for college students and young adults to come by, unwind, and enjoy Thursday food deals and drink specials at our Greeley, Boulder, and Fort Collins locations.
Experience College Thursdays at the Rio Grande
Rio Grande’s fun and casual atmosphere and great food and drinks suit student life well. Don’t worry about getting dressed up – come as you are to enjoy our Thursday food specials and delicious cocktails.
Our rooftop patio is the best place to enjoy the best margarita in town.
We host College Thursdays at our Fort Collins, Boulder, and Greely locations from 9-11 PM. Come down to enjoy our exceptional service and special pricing. Ask us about our shot specials when you arrive!
In addition to great and affordable food, you’ll be there to make memories with friends. Leave the stress of studying behind and enjoy a relaxing night out without breaking the bank!
College Thursdays Menu Highlights
Our deals on food on Thursdays offer unbelievable value. Our Classic Rio Margarita is a fan favorite featuring a delicious mixture of tequila, salt, and lime. Whether on the rocks or frozen with enticing flavors like Strawberry and Mango (or both!) it’s sure to delight!
Usually $10, on College Thursdays, you can enjoy one for just six bucks! Deals include:
- $6.00 Classic Rio Margaritas
- $8.00 Big Tex Margaritas
- $7.00 Chicken Quesadilla
- The Big Tex Margarita is an upscale choice. It’s made with Cuervo traditional silver, orange liqueur, and fresh citrus. On College Thursdays, you can indulge for just $8, a considerable discount off the usual $11.50.
Our Chicken Quesadilla makes the perfect bar snack with delicious caramelized onion, poblano red peppers, and zesty jack cheese. Like all our quesadillas, it features house-made tortillas, fresh pico de gallo, creamy guacamole, and cool sour cream.
The meal is usually $15.95, but with our Thursday dinner specials, you can have one for just $7.
We may slash prices, but we never cut back on quality. Every dish is crafted with care, from sourcing the freshest ingredients to preparing them in-house.
In addition to our Thursday food deals, we also offer an extensive menu selection featuring our day-to-day reasonably priced options. Choose from fajitas, burritos, tacos, rellenos, and appetizers. Enjoy our beers, wines, spirits, mocktails, and soft drinks. And don’t forget about our Thursday shot specials!
Tips for Making the Most of College Thursdays
College Thursdays are a time to let loose. Invite all your friends to take part in our Thursday food specials. If you are coming with a big group, consider making a reservation in advance through our online system.
There are plenty of cheap places to get cheap drinks.
Come enjoy the quality, food, drink, and lively atmosphere at the Rio. Every Thursday, from 9:00-11:00 pm.
Join the Fiesta at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
Rio Grande is one of the best restaurants with Thursday specials in Fort Collins, Greeley, and Boulder. We offer delicious affordable food, a relaxing atmosphere, and great service making our restaurant the perfect place to make memories, unwind, and leave your cares behind.
We recognize how hard college students work. Let us treat you to some fun.
Make your reservation for our next College Thursday today!
