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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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Our Commitment to Local Sourcing and Sustainability At Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, we believe in caring for our food and providing great value to our patrons while looking out for the greater good of the community and the planet. From where we source our ingredients to how we manage waste at our restaurants, sustainability isn’t just a trend at Rio.  We’ve been a part of these communities for over 35 years, which means our roots [...]