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Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

4.2 stars based on 2238 ratings Today's hours: 11 am-9 pm Add a review

$$ Tex-Mex restaurant, Mexican restaurant, Restaurant

About

At Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, flavor meets fun under the Colorado sun. This vibrant Tex-Mex spot in Boulder boasts a rooftop deck, perfect for enjoying your favorite margaritas while soaking in views of the iconic Flatirons.

With a welcoming vibe, it caters to families, students, and everyone in between, offering a lively atmosphere and an array of tasty options, from hearty fajitas to vegetarian delights.

Though busy at times, the attentive staff ensures your dining experience remains satisfying. Expect quick service for lunch or dinner and don’t forget to try the fantastic chips and salsa!

Contact Info

  • Location: 1101 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302
  • Phone: (303) 444-3690
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: 11 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am-10 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am-10 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Friday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-9 pm

Other Business Hours

Happy hours

  • Monday: 3-6 pm
  • Tuesday: 3-6 pm
  • Wednesday: 3-6 pm
  • Thursday: 3-6 pm
  • Friday: 3-6 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Takeout hours

  • Monday: 11 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am-10 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Friday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am-11 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-9 pm

Brunch hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 11 am-4 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-4 pm

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
Vibe
Taco
Taco
Salsa
Salsa
Bar
Bar
Quesadilla
Quesadilla
Margarita
Margarita
Image by owner
By owner

Menus and Prices

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant menu and prices
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Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Identifies as veteran-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Rooftop seating
  • Sport
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid multi-storey car park
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Dogs allowed outside

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Recent Reviews

Review by Leda Powlowski

December 06, 2024

I had a lovely dinner at Rio Grande, enjoying their vibrant rooftop atmosphere with great views of the Flatirons. The chicken fajitas I ordered were superb - perfectly grilled and served with an abundance of fresh tortillas. My friend raved about the pork belly al pastor taco special too!

The quick service was impressive, especially considering how busy it was. Chips and salsa were a pleasant start to the meal. I’ll definitely return for another round of those delicious fajitas... 🌮


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