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Cafe Rio Sacramento: Grand Opening

September 10, 2017 By Ruthie Ridley 37 Comments

A few weeks ago the family and I got invited to attend the grand opening of Café Rio! This was really exciting especially because we absolutely love  Mexican food (we make a Mexican dish at home at least once a week), we have never been to a Café Rio before and they are acclaimed “#1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation” from Sandelman & Associates.
 
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
I was pleasantly surprised by the fun / colorful atmosphere, the lovely staff and most importantly the incredible food. While there I learned that all of their food is prepared fresh, daily.  There are no microwaves or freezers!! I got a simple salad that was so full of flavor, I couldn’t get enough! Mine had steak and Ben’s had pork! The pork was highly recommended and happens to be one of his favorite meats so he was in heaven! The kids ordered a variety of quesadillas and enchiladas! They loved their meals and ate up every bite!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!

My brother and my baby boy xo

Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!

I am always talking…. Ben is always listening lol!! He had a mouth full of food!

 

Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!

Sav has to smell everything she eats, first!

Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
 
As you can see the style for ordering your food is assembly line! This was so fun because they would stop during serving and sing! Although it was busy and chaotic with so many people there for the grand opening, they got our entire order correct and there was a lot of us!
I had the opportunity to sit down with one of the staff and learn about the app for Café Rio. The features are endless but my favorite parts are the following: you can earn points toward future purchases with every meal that you order, you can order ahead for pick up & you can put money on a gift card for friend to enjoy their own Café Rio meal! There is also the ability to order catering for a big party which I love! This food is perfect for a party!
 Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
There are over 110 Café Rio restaurants all over the country with 17 total in the state of CA and 4 Northern California alone! Head to the website here to see if there is a Cafe Rio near you! It will be worth the trip!
 Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Cafe Rio: Acclaimed #1 Mexican Restaurant in the Nation. From the atmosphere to the deliciously tasteful food, this restaurant is a must try!
Today I am happy to announce that I will be giving two readers five meals each to treat themselves and their family or friends to a delicious Café Rio meal. Simply comment below with your favorite Mexican dish for a chance to win the giveaway! Winner announced Friday!! Good luck friends!!
*Special thanks to Cafe Rio and staff for hosting my friends and family for this special Grand Opening!
All photos by: Mae Batista

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Filed Under: Family, food Tagged With: cafe rio, family, grand opening, mexican food, sacramento

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  1. Hannah says

    September 11, 2017 at 6:16 am

    This place looks sooooo yummy! I love the open style restaurants that you can go up and pick exactly what you want in your meal:)

    xoxo, Hannah

    Reply
  2. Ashley Stephenson says

    September 11, 2017 at 6:30 am

    Looks delicious!! I love finding new spots in my city!

    Reply
  3. Rach says

    September 11, 2017 at 7:27 am

    I LOVE MEXICAN FOOD! I’M WITH YA AND I LOVE THE COLORFUL ATMOSPHERE. IT GIVES IT A FUN VIBE!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    Reply
  4. Terry Anderson says

    September 11, 2017 at 3:23 pm

    Love a burrito bowl

    Reply
  5. Stephanie Whitman says

    September 11, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    Maybe quarter-til-11 at night wasn’t the best time for me to read this haha. Now I’m hungryyyy! But it sounds like such a fun spot and I’m glad your family enjoyed it so much!

    Reply
  6. stephanie parrell says

    September 12, 2017 at 3:49 am

    Looks like a great place to eat. I love love e love your photos very clean and clear. There is a huge lack of good Mexican places where I live.

    Reply
  7. Azanique Rawl says

    September 12, 2017 at 6:28 am

    THEY TOTALLY NEED TO BRING THIS TO NORTH CAROLINA! i LOVE MEXICAN FOOD & THIS LOOKS AMAZING 🙂

    -xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com

    Reply
  8. Nicole Green says

    September 12, 2017 at 7:47 am

    Love these photos of you and your fam! The salads look so good; wish i had a cafe rio near me!

    Reply
  9. Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels says

    September 12, 2017 at 8:14 am

    My mouth was watering reading and looking at these pictures…. is that bad? All of food looks so delicious and fresh!

    Reply
  10. Lily says

    September 12, 2017 at 8:15 am

    I’ve never heard of this place, but it looks mighty good!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily

    Reply
  11. Amy M Loochtan says

    September 12, 2017 at 8:35 am

    Yes to exploring your own city! its so fun!

    Reply
  12. Holly says

    September 12, 2017 at 9:34 am

    The food here looks delish! Gorgeous photos, too! xx

    http://hollyhabeck.com

    Reply
  13. Kelsey says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    Okay this looks amazing and now you’re making me hungry haha xo

    Reply
  14. alison says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    I have another friend who SWEARS by Cafe rio! I’m jealous we don’t have one locally — looks SO yummy!

    xo Ali at ali-v.com

    Reply
  15. Jocelyn Alfaro says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    I think I’ve seen this place before but I had no idea it was that good!! Thank you for THE review

    Reply
  16. Mary Powers says

    September 12, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    Looks amazing!! Wish we had one near us!

    – Mary
    http://www.missmarypowers.com

    Reply
  17. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    September 12, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    Awesome. Sounds like a blast. We love Cafe Rio!

    Reply
  18. Carmen // itsCarmen.com says

    September 12, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    Looks like a delicious & fun experience! Grand openings are so exciting. :]

    Reply
  19. Amanda Faber says

    September 12, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    It looks like You guys had a blast!

    Reply
  20. LuxMommy says

    September 12, 2017 at 4:38 pm

    OMG that looks so yummy!

    Reply
  21. Ashley says

    September 12, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    Our Cafe Rio just closed and I have been so sad!! Their food is so delicious! Wishing I could eat one of their burritos right about now!

    Reply
  22. Aiyana says

    September 12, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    Can’t wait to try the Cafe Rio near me! I love love love tacos

    Reply
  23. Steph says

    September 12, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Oh goodness this looks quite amazing. Such great photos.

    xo,
    Steph
    @trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com

    Reply
  24. April says

    September 12, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    This looks like such a good place to have dinner with family. That food looks delicious!

    April | http://www.thebluehydrangeas.com

    Reply
  25. Morgan says

    September 13, 2017 at 5:20 am

    A family that loves Mexican food .. we can definitely be friends! Haha .. joking aside, this place sounds great! Love the atmosphere

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

    Reply
  26. Lauren says

    September 13, 2017 at 10:27 am

    I am so jealous!! cafe rio is my favorite. I wish one would open up in the Bay area soon!!!

    Reply
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    September 15, 2017 at 9:12 am

    Ohhh! Sounds like such a great place to eat, wish they had a closer location!

    Birdie Shoots

    Reply
  28. Erica @ Coming Up Roses says

    September 15, 2017 at 9:54 am

    OMG how cute is this place?!?!? I’m SUCH a fan of Mexican food…I might have to travel out just for this!

    Coming Up Roses

    Reply
  29. pAMMY says

    September 15, 2017 at 11:16 pm

    I love mexican food and we often eat at cafe rio! Love their enchiladas and tostaladas!!

    Pammy – joyfulsource.com

    Reply
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    September 17, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    Yummy! This looks and sounds amazing! Also looks like y’all had a great time!

    xo Laura Leigh
    http://www.louellareese.com

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