Cafe Rio Fresh Modern Mexican

Mexican Restaurant $$ 3.9 (952)


Cafe Rio Fresh Modern Mexican has received mixed reviews, with some praising the freshness of ingredients and portion sizes, while others express dissatisfaction with service consistency and food quality. Despite its modern take, the authenticity of its offerings is occasionally questioned, indicating a need for improvement in maintaining traditional Mexican flavors.

Overall:

2.9

(773 reviews)

Authenticity:

3.4

Atmosphere:

3.8

Service:

2.6


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (435) 781-8100

Address: 1205 U.S. Hwy 40, Vernal, UT 84078, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" Unique atmosphere and fresh ingredients! Cafe Rio welcomes a wide variety of customers, and the staff is attentive. I felt my burrito was lacking spice and could use some extra flavor, but I appreciated how they focused on quality produce. I can’t wait to try their tacos next visit! Good place for a quick, satisfying meal. " (*Curated Review*)

" Overall, my experience at Cafe Rio was satisfactory. The food was decent, if not a touch bland. I hope to have a more authentic taste on my next visit; the atmosphere definitely has promise with its colorful decor and lively music. Staff could work on their service skills, as I felt timed and a little rushed soon after ordering. " (*Curated Review*)

" When it's good, it’s really good. I ordered the chicken salad bowl last week and gave it 5 stars for the flavor and freshness. However, just yesterday, the same order tasted stale and the chicken was very dry. It's frustrating! Sometimes the service can also be unfriendly. Not sure how to rate this place because it's so inconsistent. I wouldn't recommend it without a warning. " (*Curated Review*)

" My dining experience was quite average. The food was adequate but lacked excitement. Cafes can sometimes feel sterile, and Cafe Rio was no exception. The staff was friendly, yet my order took longer than expected, and the music was too loud for conversation. It’s a nice enough place, but I don’t think I would choose it as my top option. " (*Curated Review*)

" I cannot express enough how fantastic the food was! From the fresh salsas to the flavorful meats and veggies, it all came together perfectly. The only downside was a longer wait time, but honestly, it was worth it. At first, I was uncertain about how authentic it would be, but the taste exceeded all my expectations. I will be returning soon for my burrito fix! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (763)

" My expectations were high after hearing all the praises. I tried the sweet pork burrito, and while the flavor was nice, I found it to be a bit overpriced for what I received. Service was shaky, with a long wait time before I received my food. Still, it had some potential, and I appreciated the clean environment. I might give it one more try to see if it's just a bad day. " (*Curated Review*)

" My experience at Cafe Rio was disappointing. I went in excited to try their famed burritos but ended up with a dried-out chicken burrito that had more rice than meat. The service wasn’t helpful either when I complained. They shrugged and said, 'That’s just how it is.' I left feeling unsatisfied and won’t be rushing back anytime soon. The environment was nice, but the food left much to be desired. " (*Curated Review*)

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