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Celebrate National Margarita Day at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

Celebrate National Margarita Day at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant National Margarita Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate than Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant! From our award-winning Classic Rio Margarita, bold seasonal flavors, or frozen favorites, we are made for the occasion! Half-Priced Margaritas All Day, All Locations On Sunday, February 22, we’re celebrating National Margarita Day with half-priced margaritas all day at every Rio Grande location (including Rio [...]

2026-02-18T11:23:12-07:00February 17, 2026|

Tex-Mex Favorites That Never Go Out of Style

Tex-Mex Favorites That Never Go Out of Style At Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, we’ve seen food trends come and go, but some flavors never fade. There are dishes that guests crave year in and year out, the kind of comforting, crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex classics that feel like home every time. These favorites have earned their place at the table because they’re timeless, generously layered with flavor, and perfect for celebrations big and small, or just a [...]

2026-01-30T17:21:12-07:00January 30, 2026|

Eating Gluten Free at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

GLUTEN FREE AT RIO GRANDE MEXICAN RESTAURANT We often get asked if the Rio offers gluten-free Mexican food and the answer is YES! We pride ourselves on being gluten aware and made intentional changes to our menu in 2018 to become more gluten-friendly. One of the biggest shifts was replacing traditional flour-based thickeners in our sauces and batters with gluten-free alternatives. Because of those updates, about 95% of our menu is now gluten-free [...]

2026-01-16T15:59:24-07:00January 16, 2026|

Celebrate the Holidays Tex-Mex Style at The Rio

Celebrate the Holidays Tex-Mex Style at The Rio The holidays are about coming together, sharing food, raising a glass, and making memories that last long after the plates are cleared. At Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, the holiday season brings an extra dose of energy, warmth, and bold Tex-Mex flavor to the table. Whether you’re gathering with family, meeting friends for a festive night out, or hosting a holiday party, The Rio is a sanctuary from [...]

2025-12-31T14:16:41-07:00December 24, 2025|

Corn vs. Flour Tortillas – What’s the Difference and Which is Better?

Corn vs. Flour Tortillas - What's the Difference and Which is Better? When it comes to Tex Mex favorites like tacos, fajitas, and enchiladas, there’s one question every diner will eventually ask: corn vs. flour tortillas, what’s the difference, and which is better? At Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, we believe there’s no wrong answer, only great flavor. Both tortilla types have a rich history and play a key role in bringing Tex Mex cuisine to [...]

2025-12-31T14:16:47-07:00November 28, 2025|

Snow Day Essentials: Soups, Enchiladas, and Take-Home Margs

Snow Day Essentials: Soups, Enchiladas, and Take-Home Margs When the snow starts to fall across Colorado and the streets turn quiet, there’s nothing better than hunkering down at home with something warm, cheesy, and full of flavor. A snow day is the perfect excuse to slow down, bundle up, and treat yourself and your loved ones to a little comfort food. Lucky for you, Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant has everything you need! Whether you’re curled [...]

2025-12-01T09:45:42-07:00November 19, 2025|

10 Rio Grande Dishes You Need to Try at Least Once

10 Rio Grande Dishes You Need to Try at Least Once When you walk into Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, the first thing you’ll notice is the lively energy: margaritas clinking, happy chatter, and the unmistakable aroma of fresh tortillas on the grill. Our menu is packed with bold flavors and dishes that blend authentic Mexican traditions with Tex-Mex flair. With so many tempting options, it can be hard to know where to start. That’s why [...]

2025-12-01T09:45:42-07:00September 26, 2025|

Back-to-School Made Easy with Rio’s Tuesday Family Packs

Back-to-School Made Easy with Rio’s Tuesday Family Packs Back-to-school season is here! Which means life just got a whole lot busier. Between carpools, homework, practices, and early mornings, planning dinner feels like one more thing on a never-ending to-do list. Luckily, your local Mexican restaurant, Rio Grande, has you covered! We’re thrilled to introduce Rio’s Back-to-School Family Packs! This is our new Tuesday takeout special, designed to make weeknight dinners delicious, stress-free, and budget-friendly. What’s [...]

2025-12-01T09:45:42-07:00August 25, 2025|

The History of Tex-Mex Cuisine: From the Rio Grande to Your Plate

The History of Tex-Mex Cuisine: From the Rio Grande to Your Plate If you’ve ever savored a plate of fresh fajitas or a cheesy enchilada, congratulations, you’ve experienced the magic of Tex-Mex cuisine! But have you ever wondered what exactly Tex-Mex cuisine is and where it came from? The history of Tex-Mex is a combination of cultural fusion, migration, innovation, and tradition. It is rooted in the shared culinary heritage of Northern Mexico and the [...]

2025-12-01T09:45:42-07:00July 25, 2025|

Celebrate National Tequila Day at The Rio

Celebrate National Tequila Day at The Rio Get ready to toast to one of our favorite days of the year… National Tequila Day! Thursday, July 24th, is National Tequila Day, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how - with half-priced pours on every tequila we carry (yep, that includes vault tequilas) all day long at your favorite Rio. Whether you’re a tequila connoisseur or you just love a good margarita, this is your [...]

2025-12-01T09:45:42-07:00July 22, 2025|
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