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Rio Grill
101 The Crossroads Blvd
Carmel, US-CA 93923
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Dine in & Take Out Menu
Split Entree Charge $4. Water Will only be Served upon Request
Starters
Monterey Bay Calamari
$17.95
Fennel, Bell Pepper, Orange Sesame for Dipping
Allergens
dairy
Crab Cake
$24.95
Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc, Onion Marmalade, Chive Oil
Fire Roasted Castroville Artichoke
$18.95
Local and Seasonal Heirloom Artichokes, Balsamic and Semi Dried Cherry Tomato Aioli
vegetarian
gluten-free
Wagyu Carpaccio
$25.95
Chimichurri Aioli, Shallots, Crispy Capers, Manchego Cheese, Arugula and Toast Points
Ahi Tuna Crispy Wonton Chips
$19.95
Sesame-Soy Aioli, Cilantro Leaves, Jalapeño Rings, Pickled Ginger, Avocado
Pork Belly Potato Crisps
$18.95
Loaded with Mozzarella Cheese, Smashed Avocado, Chipotle Sour Cream, House Made Salsa
gluten-free
Quesadilla of the Day
$21.95
Smashed Avocado, Smoked Chili Sour Cream, House Made Salsa
Fire Roasted Garlic Plate
$16.95
Whole Roasted Garlic, Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomato Jam and Artisan Bread
Daily Soup
- Bowl $10.95
- Cup $7.95
Haystack Onion Rings
$12.95
Guajillo Ketchup
Signature Candied Pork Belly
$18.95
Cured, Smoked and Baked in Rio's unique 3 day process, before being Flash Fried and Finished with a Brown Sugar Glaze and hint of Jalapeño Powder
Local Butternut Squash Gnocchi
$19.95
Sage Browned Butter, Candied Walnuts, Spinach, Diced Bacon, Manchego Cheese
Salads
Iceberg Wedge
$14.95
Garlic Bread Crumbs, Pear Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Dressing
vegetarian
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Romaine Heart
$16.95
Roasted Poblano Caesar Dressing, Lime Pepitas, Sunflower Seeds, Shaved Manchego, Garlic-Ciabatta Croutons, Cilantro Leaves
vegetarian
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Roasted Beet Salad
$16.95
Red and Golden Beets, Mixed Greens, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts, Point Reyes Blue Cheese
vegetarian
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
$18.95
Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata, Strawberries, Baby Arugula, Red Onions, Roasted Pinenuts, Citrus Basil Vinaigrette and Balsamic Glaze
Chinese Chicken Salad
$24.95
Field Greens, Tomato, Soy Noodles, Pickled Ginger, Curried Carrots, Pickled Cucumber, Almonds, Tahini Dressing
Sandwiches and More
"The Works" Burger
$24.95
½ lb. Certified Angus Beef, Cheese, Avocado, Bacon, Sauteed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions, Telera Roll, Fries
Salmon B.L.T.
$23.95
Avocado, Rosemary-Chili Aioli, Telera Roll, Sweet Potato Fries
House-Smoked Turkey Breast
$20.95
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Smashed Avocado, Dijonnaise, Tomato Chutney, Francese Roll Coleslaw
Stuffed Poblano Pepper
$26.95
Mixed Quinoa, Roasted Corn, Yellow Beets, Lemon Zest, Lime Crema, Sliced Avocado and Cotija Cheese in an Ancho Chile Broth
vegetarian
gluten-free
Entrees
Catch of the Day
- MP
Wild Mushroom Spinach Risotto
$26.95
Earthbound Farm Spinach, Manchego Cheese, Topped with a Truffle Oil Drizzle
vegetarian
gluten-free
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
Grilled Prawn Penne Pasta
$34.95
Leeks, Sweet Peas, Bacon with Creole Cream
Diver Scallops
$52.95
Pan Seared in Butter, Fresh Tri-color Fettuccine, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Manchego Cheese in a Meunière sauce
Atlantic Salmon
$33.95
Pumpkin Seed Crust, Red Pepper-Potato Cake, Green Beans, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
Pan Seared Duck Breast
$39.95
Hatch Green Chile Corn Bread, Roasted Baby Carrots, Braised Red Cabbage, finished with an Orange-Cranberry Demi Glace
Cioppino
$44.95
Mixed Seafood, Crab Meat, Prawns, Mussels, Clams, Rich Tomato Sauce, Herbed Butter Crostini
House-Smoked Half Chicken
$34.95
Smoked Chili Butter, Baby Artichokes, Red Potatoes
gluten-free
Almond Wood-Smoked BBQ Pork Back Ribs
Sweet Potato Fries, Horseradish-Poppy Seed Coleslaw
gluten-free
- Half Rack $31.95
- Full Rack $44.95
Soy-Marinated Skirt Steak
$48.95
Rainbow Sweet Potato Gratin, Green Beans
Ribeye Certified Prime
$59.95
14oz Almond Wood Grilled, Mashed Yukon Golds, Charred Broccolini, Green Peppercorn Demi-Glace
gluten-free
Wood Grill Double-Cut Pork Chop
$43.95
Chipotle Honey Apple Glaze, Mashed Yukon Golds, Grilled Broccolini
gluten-free
Pacific Coast Spot Prawn
$49.95
3 Spot Prawn, Pan Seared Vegetable Medley, Sesame Soy Noodles, Wasabi Aioli, Ginger, Over Crispy Wontons
Stuffed Filet Mignon
$62.95
"2025 Big Sur Foragers Festival Winner" 8oz Smoked Coffee-Ancho Chili Rubbed Tenderloin, Stuff with Chef's Wild Mixed Mushrooms, Swiss Cheese, Arugula, Asiago Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, topped with Truffle Butter
gluten-free
Sides
Sweet Potato Fries
$10.95
vegetarian
French Fries
$9.95
vegetarian
Asiago Mashed Potatoes
$9.95
vegetarian
gluten-free
Horseradish-Poppy Seed Coleslaw
$9.95
vegetarian
gluten-free
Yam Gratin
$10.95Grilled Asparagus
$10.95
vegetarian
Spicy Broccolini
$9.95
vegetarian
Ciabatta Bread
$5.95
vegetarian
Served Up
Lavender Lemon Drop
$16.00
Vodka, Butterfly Pea Infused Liqueur, Limoncello, Lavender, Sugar Rim
Grand Manhattan
$15.00
Bulleit Rye & Bulleit Bourbon, Grand Marnier, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters
Blanco Apple Sling
$18.00
Don Julio Blanco, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, Cardamon Bitters, Sparkling apple Cider
17 Mile Haze
$17.00
17 Mile Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Muddled Cucumber & Basil, Lime Juice, Agave
Strawberry Guava Tini
$16.00
Vodka, Guava Puree, Strawberry Syrup, Triple Sec, Fresh Lemon
Passionfruit Fizz
$15.00
Vodka, Passionfruit, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, Agave, Sparkling Wine
Partnership Series
$1 From These Drinks is Donated to Local Charities
Ocean Strike MBFC
$15.00
Mezcal, Blue Curacao, Lime Juice, Butterfly Pea Flower Syrup, Egg White
Laguna Seca Sunset
$15.00
Bullet Rye Whiskey, Organic Maple Syrup, Mike's Hard Lemonade, Mint
On the Rocks
Rio Rita
$15.00
Astral Blanco, Orange Liqueur, Agave, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Fresh Lime
Cucumber & Jalapeño
$13.00
Serrano Jalapeño Infused Tequila, Cucumbers, Lemon, Edible Flowers, Soda
'83 Caddy
$18.00
Arette Reposado, Cointreau, Fresh Lime, Grand Marnier
Rio Rye
$15.00
Bulleit Rye, Carpano Antica, St. Germain and Luxardo Cherry
Zacapa Old Fashion
$18.00
Zacapa No. 23, Simple Syrup Angostura Aromatic Bitter
Valencia Orange
$13.00
Infused 21 Seed Tequila, Lime, Soda, Edible Flowers
Watermelon-Soaked
$15.00
Astral Tequila Soaked with Fresh Watermelon, Cointreau, Agave, Fresh Lime
Venus Fly Trap
$14.00
Serrano Infused Tequila, Hibiscus Syrup, Lime, Tajin-Salt Rim
Silver Coin
$16.00
Silver Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Lime Juice
Texas Mule
$14.00
Tito's, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
By the Glass
Prosecco, Zonin, Italy
$13.00Champagne, Moet & Chandon "Brut", France
$17.00Champagne Rose, Moet & Chandon, France
$20.00Rosé "The Beach" by Whispering Angel 2020, France
$14.00Sauvignon Blanc, Celsius 2020, New Zealand
$13.00Pinot Grigio, Archer Roose NV, Friuli, Italy
$16.00Chardonnay, Bernardus 2019, Monterey County
$17.00Chardonnay, Stag' Leap 2022 , Napa Valley
$20.00Cabernet Sauvignon, DAOU 2018, Paso Robles
$16.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags' Leap, 2019 Napa
$25.00Pinot Noir, McIntyre 2020, Santa Lucia Highlands
$17.00Pinot Noir, Martin Ray 2020, Sonoma Coast
$16.00Red Blend, Troublemaker 2017, Paso Robles
$16.00Red Blend, Rabble, 2020, Paso Robles
$15.00Zinfandel, Seghesio 2021, Sonoma County
$16.00West Coast Drafts
Pilsner, North Coast "Scrimshaw", CA
$8.00Amber Lager, East Brother "Red Lager", Richmond, CA
$10.00Rotating, Other Brother Seaside, CA
$10.00IPA Alvarado Street Brewery "Mai Tai", Monterey, CA
$10.00Can & Bottles
Lager, Alvarado Street "Monterey Beer"
- 12oz $7.00
Cider, Sincere "Dry Apple", Napa
- 16oz $12.00
Land & Sea "Extra Pale Ale", Monterey
- 12oz $8.00
N.A. Erdinger, Germany
$8.00East Brother Blonde Ale, Richmond, California
$10.00North Coast, Old Rasputin Imperial Stout California
$10.00Almanac "Love Hazy IPA", Alameda
- 16oz $12.00
Radler Stiegl "Grapefruit", Austria
- 16oz $10.00
Non-Alcoholic / Mocktail
Abita Root Beer
$5.00Lemonade
$4.00
Pineapple, Strawberry, Guava, Passionfruit, Blood Orange
- Add Juice
- $2.00
Sport Tea
$6.00
Cranberry, Strawberry, Guava, Passionfruit, Blood Orange
- Add Juice
- $2.00
Soda
$4.00
Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Ginger Ale
San Benedetto, Still Mineral Water
$7.00San Benedetto, Sparkling Mineral Water
$7.00Ginger Beer
$5.00Thirsty Lizard
$5.00
Grapefruit, Ginger Ale, Lime
No-Jito
$7.00
Cranberry, Pineapple, Mint, Lemon, Sprite & Soda
Lemon Ginger Soda
$7.00
Lemon Juice, Ginger Beer, Agave, Club Soda
Prickly Porcupine
$7.00
Pineapple, Serrano Chili, Peppercorn, Lime Zest, Tajin-Salt Rim
Virgin Cucumber Gimlet
$7.00
Simple Syrup, Cucumber, Lime Juice Club Soda
Virgin Paloma
$7.00
Lime Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Agave, Salt
White 1/2 Bottles
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Napa Valley, CA, '23
$40.00Chardonnay, Mac Rostie, Sonoma County, CA, '19
$32.00Chardonnay, Joyce, Arroyo Seco, CA, '21
$32.00Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, Malborough, New Zealand, '23
$23.00Riesling, Poet's Leap, Columbian Valley, Washington, '18
$27.00Rose, Caves d'Eclans Whispering Angel, Cotes de Provence, '18
$29.00Red 1/2 Bottles
Cabernet Sauvignon, Ridge Estate, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA, '20
$67.00Pinot Noir, La Crema, Sonoma County, CA, '22
$36.00Zinfandel, Rombauer, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$40.00Merlot, Frog's Leap, Napa Valley, CA, '19
$41.00Bordeaux Blend, Ramey Claret, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$45.00Sparkling 1/2 Bottles
Veuve Cliquot Brut, Reims, France, NV
$79.00Charles de Cazanove "Rose", Reims, France, NV
$57.00Chardonnay
Carmel Road "Unoaked", Monterey County, CA, '23
$44.00Storrs, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA, '22
$60.00Mclntyre Estate, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '22
$63.00Morgan, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '23
$58.00Diatom, Santa Barbara County, CA, '21
$40.00Stags' Leap, Napa Valley, CA, '23
$80.00River Quinn, Santa Barbara, CA, '21
$60.00Rombauer, Carneros, '23
$80.00Brewer Clifton, Santa Rita Hills, CA, '21
$68.00Knights Bridge, West Block, Sonoma County, CA '20
$150.00Sauvignon Blanc
Bernardus "Griva Vineyards", Carmel Valley, CA, '22
$50.00Knight's Bridge, Pont de Chevalier, Sonoma County, CA, '21
$80.0013 Celsius, New Zealand, '23
$54.00Whitehaven, New Zealand, '23
$40.00Rose
Pinot Noir of Rose
Massa Estate, Carmel Valley, CA, '19
$56.00King Estate, Willamette Valley, OR, '21
$49.00Gran Moraine, Yamhill Carlton, OR, '21
$46.00Rock Angel, Cotes De Provence, France, '20
$53.00Other White
Chenin Blanc, Massa Estate, Carmel Valley, CA, '18
$42.00Grenache Blanc, Clementine Carter, Santa Barbara, CA, '23
$80.00Rousanne, Clementine Carter, Santa Barbara, CA, '22
$80.00Pinot Grigio, Benvolio, Friuli Italy, '23
$40.00Albarino, Joyce, Arroyo Seco, CA, '23
$45.00Sparkling / Champagne
Benvolio, Prosecco, Fruili Italy, NV
$40.00Dom Perignon, Brut, France, '13
$520.00Philippe Gonet "Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru", France, NV
$180.00Alfred Gratien, Brut, France, NV
$98.00Louis Roederer "Brut Premier", France, NV
$105.00Krug, "Grand Cuvee", Brut, France, NV
$465.00Pol Roger, Brut, France, NV
$198.00Eric Taillet, "Eclusiv'T", France, NV
$130.00Veuve Clicquot Rose, Reserve Cuvee, France, NV
$137.00Gran Moraine, Brut Rose, Yamhill Carlton, OR, '20
$120.00McBride Sisters, Brut Rose, New Zealand, NV
$55.00Cabernet Sauvignon
I. Brand, Montebello Road, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA, '17
$129.00Massa Estate "Old Vine", Carmel Valley, CA, '18
$98.00DAOU, Paso Robles, CA, '22
$64.00Anakota, Knights Valley, Sonoma County, CA, '19
$147.00Knights Bridge, "Knights Valley", Sonoma County, CA, '18
$230.00Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA, '15
$120.00Stonestreet Estate Vineyards, Alexander Valley, CA, '13
$172.00Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA, '18
$150.00Caymus, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$162.00Sullivan "Coeur De Vigne", Napa Valley, CA, '21
$110.00Knights Bridge, "To Kalon Vineyards", Napa Valley, CA, '12
$340.00Lamborn, "Howell Mountain", Napa Valley, CA, '17
$200.00Chappellet, "Signature", Napa Valley, CA, '18
$122.00Silver Oak, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$280.00Napa Bench, Napa Valley, CA, '20
$85.00Textbook, Napa Valley, CA, '20
$76.00Newton Unfiltered, Napa Valley, CA, '17
$96.00Mt. Brave, Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$185.00O'Saughnessy, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$210.00Far Niente, Napa Valley, CA, '18
$247.00Turley Estate, Napa Valley, CA, '19
$100.00Red Blend - Bordeaux Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot
Bernardus Marinus, Carmel Valley, CA, '13
$128.00Justin Isosceles, Paso Robles, CA, '18
$154.00Symmetry Rodney Strong, Alexander Valley, CA, '14
$115.00Les Trois Croix, Appellation Fronsac Controlee, France, '16
$80.00Overture, Opus One, Napa Valley, CA, '16
$212.00Red Blend - Rhone Blend
Grenache, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre
Paper Street "The Narrator", Paso Robles, CA, '17
$114.00Mallea, Santa Barbara, CA, '21
$60.00Orin Swift "Machete", Saint Helena, CA, '20
$125.00Big Sur Vineyards, Monterey County, CA, '22
$52.00Red Blend - Proprietary Blend
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Merlot
Chaos Theory, "Brown Estate", Napa Valley, CA, '21
$90.00Pinot Noir
Etude Fiddlestix Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills, CA, '18
$90.00Seasmoke TEN, Sta. Rita Hills, CA, '21
$190.00Melville Estate, Sta. Rita Hills, CA, '21
$98.00Belle Glos, Las Alturas Vineyards, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '21
$84.00TestaRossa, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '21
$88.00Paul Lato "Lancelot", Pisoni Vineyards, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '21
$170.00Roar, Sierra Mar Vineyards, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '21
$140.00Luli, Monte Linda Vineyards, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '22
$72.00Luli, Lemoravo Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '22
$72.00Loring Wine, Boekenoogen Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '19
$80.00Loring Wine, Rosella's Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '17
$95.00Kosta Browne, Sta. Rita Hills, CA, '20
$225.00Kosta Browne, Russian River, CA, '19
$225.00Kosta Browne, Sonoma Coast, CA, '20
$225.00Rochiollo, Russian River, CA, '19
$153.00Twomey, Anderson Valley, CA, '17
$92.00Siduri, Willamette Valley, OR, '22
$57.00Cloudy Bay, New Zealand, '20
$90.00Orin Siwft "Slander", Napa Valley, CA, '15
$93.00Zinfandel
J.Dusi "Dante Dusi Vineyards", Paso Robles, CA, '19
$65.00Ridge Lytton Springs, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma Coast, '20
$84.00Ridge Pagani Ranch, Sonoma Valley, CA, '19
$84.00Turley Juvenille, Napa Valley, CA, '21
$48.00Syrah
Morgan G17, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '21
$48.00Big Sur Vineyards, Monterey County, CA, '19
$57.00Lepe Cellars, San Saba Vineyards, CA, '19
$62.00Alban Patrina, Edna Valley, CA, '20
$106.00Domaine Des Lises, Crozes Hermitage, France, '19
$66.00Silvestri Estate, Red Ranger, Carmel Valley, CA, '17
$108.00Malbec
Galante, Carmel Valley, CA, '14
$106.00Terrazas de Los Andres, "Los Compuertas", Mendoza, Argentina, '14
$127.00Merlot
Pride Mountain, Sonoma County, CA, '19
$120.00La Jota Vineyards, Howell Mountain, CA, '19
$240.00Tequila
Tequila is a Mexican liquor made chiefly from the fermented sap of the blue agave that has been subjected to two separate distillations. A spirit to raise your spirit!
Blanco
Astral
$14.50Banderos
$14.50Casa Amigos
$24.00Cuervo
$32.00Deleon
$20.00Don Julio
$24.00Espolon
$14.50Fortaleza
$21.25Herradura Silver
$17.25Lalo
$18.50Patron
$24.00Volcan de mi Tierra
$17.25Reposado
Arette
$17.25Azunia
$26.50Calle 23
$21.25Casamigos
$25.25Cincoro
$34.50Clase Azul
$34.00Don Julio Rosado
$41.25Don Julio Alma Miel
$37.25Don Julio Primavera
$40.00Dobel Diamate
$18.50Don Fulano
$25.25Fortaleza
$26.50Anejo
Azunia Black
$37.25Corralejo "99,000 Hours"
$24.00G4
$30.50Don Julio 70th Anniversary
$32.00Don Julio 1942
$50.50Partida
$21.50Tres Manos
$30.50Ultra Anejo
Don Camilo Organic
$30.00Herradura Legend
$48.00Casta Pasion
$34.50Imperio del Don
$46.50Tears of Lloroona
$74.50Mezcal
Mezcal is a traditional Mexican distilled beverage produced from the fermented juices of the cooked agave plant core
Banhez
$17.25Bozal
$26.50Nuestra Soledad, Lachigui, Miahuatlan
$25.25Nuestra Soledad, San Luis del Rio
$25.25Nuestra Soledad, Sta. Ma. Zoquitlan
$25.25Scotch
Scotch is a distilled alcoholic beverage manufactured in Scotland, either malt or grain whiskey
Dewars
$14.50Johnny Walker Black Label
$20.00Johnny Walker Green Label
$28.00Johnny Walker Blue Label
$78.50Chivas Regal
$14.50Glenglassaugh, Sandend
$26.50Buchanan's Deluxe 12 Yrs.
$18.50Laphroaig 10 Yrs.
$24.00Dalmore 12 Yrs.
$26.50Dalwhinnie 15 Yrs.
$26.50Glenfiddich 12 Yrs.
$21.25Glenlivet 12 Yrs.
$20.00Ardbeg 10 Yrs.
$26.50Glenmorangie 18 Yrs.
$80.00Macallan 12 Yrs.
$37.25Macallan 15 Yrs.
$42.50Macallan 18 Yrs.
$116.00Oban 14 Yrs.
$33.25American Whiskey / Bourbon
Jack Daniel's
$14.50Michter's Small Batch
$14.00Redwood Empire 'Lost Monarch'
$21.25Woodinville
$17.25Basil Hayden
$24.00Four Roses
$17.25Angel's Envy
$24.00Noble Oak Double Oak
$20.00High West Bourbon
$20.00Maker's Mark
$17.25Knob Creek
$17.25Bulliet 10 Yrs.
$17.25Screwball Peanut Butter
$17.25Woodford Reserve
$17.25Crown Royal
$14.25Bulleit
$14.50Breaking & Entering
$17.25Elijah Craig
$14.50High West Cask Collection
$26.50Bushmills
$14.50Balcones Baby Blue
$17.25Dickle, Three Chamber
$40.00Rye Whiskey
Monterey Rye
$17.25Michter's
$25.25Templeton
$17.25Bulleit
$14.50Angel's Envy
$36.00Woodinville
$17.25Redemption
$14.50High West "Double Rye"
$17.25Whistle Pig 10 Years
$33.25Corbin Cash Merced
$25.25Dickle
$14.50Abroad Whiskey
Jameson
$14.50
Irish Whiskey
Roe and Co
$20.00
Irish Whiskey
Lambay
$17.25
Irish Whiskey
Bearface
$17.25
Canadian Whiskey
Canadian Club 1858
$14.50
Canadian Whiskey
Kikori
$20.00
Japanese Whiskey
Toki
$24.00
Japanese Whiskey
Kaiyo
$28.00
Japanese Whiskey
Yamazaki
$58.50
Japanese Whiskey
Highland Park, 12 Yr.
$28.00
Scotish Whiskey
Vodka
Vodka is a clear distilled alcoholic beverage
Absolut Peppar
$14.50Belvedere
$17.25Chopin
$17.25Grey Goose
$17.25Kettle One Citrus
$17.25Hangar One Mandarin
$18.50Ketel One
$14.50Tito's
$14.50Happy Hour
$9. Monday through Thursday 3:30-6pm
Ahi Tacos
Crispy Wonton Shell, Avocado, Cilantro, with Sesame-Soy Aioli
Risotto Tater Tots
Fried Risotto Balls Stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese, Served with House-Make Marinara
vegetarian
Grilled Prawns
Two Prawns, Parsnip Puree with a Port Wine Reduction
gluten-free
Truffle-Manchego Cheese Fries
French Fries topped with Shaved Manchego Cheese and Truffle Oil
vegetarian
gluten-free
Almond Wood Smoked BBQ Ribs
Two Ribs with Coleslaw
gluten-free
Cocktails
$9
Happy Rio Rita
Tequila, Orange Liquor, Agave, Lemon, Orange, Lime
Apple Sour
Jack Daniel Apple, Simple Syrup. Sour mix
Tropical Smoke
House infused Serrano chili Tequila, Pineapple, Peppercorn, Lime zest, Tajin Rim
Rio-Spritz
Vodka, Grapefruit, Sparkling wine, soda
Gin Ricky
Gin, Lime Juice, Soda. Lime wheel
Brunch
Offered Saturday & Sunday 11:30am-3pm
Farmer's Market Scramble
$20.95
3 Farm Fresh Eggs, Locally Sourced Market Vegetables (Changes Weekly), Sliced Avocado with Jack-Cheddar Cheese, and Cajun Country Potatoes
vegetarian
gluten-free
House-Made Benedict
Served on a Butter Croissant with Two Poached Eggs, Your Choice of Meat, Griddled Tomato, Spinach & Smoked Paprika Hollandaise
- Tequila-Cured Salmon $21.95
- Herb-Brandy Rubbed Smoked Turkey $20.95
- Braised & Cured Pork Belly $18.95
Cast Iron Truffle Frittata
$20.95
Wild Foraged Mushrooms, Spinach, Double Cut-Smoked Bacon, Jack-Cheddar Cheese, White Truffle Oil, and Cajun Country Potatoes
gluten-free
Rio Breakfast Sandwich
$18.95
Brioche Grilled Cheese with Two Over Easy Eggs, Smoked Country Ham, Asiago Cheese, topped with Bechamel served with Field Greens Salad
Griddled Brioche French Toast
$17.95
Bruleed Bananas, Burnt Caramel, Cinnamon Whipped Cream
vegetarian
Fluffy Meyer Lemon-Mascarpone Pancake Stack
$17.95
Maple Syrup, Honey-Chipotle Butter topped with Mixed Berry Compote
vegetarian
Beef TenderloinSweet Potato Hash
$19.95
Two Poached Eggs, Crispy Quinoa, Spinach, Chipotle Crema
gluten-free
Starters
Monterey Bay Calamari
$17.95
Fennel, Bell Pepper, Orange Sesame for Dipping
Crab Cake
$24.95
Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc, Onion Marmalade, and Chive Oil
Fire Roasted Castroville Artichoke
$18.95
Local Heirloom Artichokes, Balsamic and Semi Dried Cherry Tomato Aioli
vegetarian
gluten-free
Wagyu Carpaccio
$22.95
Chimichurri Aioli, Shallots, Crispy Capers, Manchego Cheese, Baby Frisee, and Toast Points
Ahi Tuna Crispy Wonton Chips
$18.95
Sesame-Soy Aioli, Cilantro Leaves, Jalapeño Rings, Pickled Ginger, Avocado
Daily Soup
- Cup $7.95
- Bowl $10.95
Ciabatta Bread
$5.95Haystack Onion Rings
$12.95
Guajillo Ketchup
Local Butternut Squash Gnocchi
$19.95
Tossed in Sage Brown Butter, Candied Walnuts, Spinach, Diced Bacon and Topped with Manchego Cheese
Salads
Iceberg Wedge
$14.95
Garlic Bread Crumbs, Pear Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Dressing
vegetarian
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Romaine Heart
$15.95
Roasted Poblano Caesar Dressing, Lime Pepitas, Sunflower Seeds, Shaved Manchego, Garlic-Ciabatta Croutons, Cilantro Leaves
vegetarian
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Roasted Beet Salad
$16.95
Red and Golden Beets, Mixed Greens, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts and Point Reyes Blue Cheese
gluten-free
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
- Add Avocado
- $3.95
Chinese Chicken Salad
$22.95
Field Greens, Tomato, Soy Noodles, Pickled Ginger, Curried Carrots, Pickle Cucumber, Almonds, Tahini Dressing
Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
$18.95
Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata, Strawberries, Baby Arugula, Red Onions, Roasted Pinenuts, Citrus Basil Vinaigrette and Balsamic Glaze
Entrees
"The Works" Burger
$24.95
½ lb. Certified Angus Beef, Telera Roll, Cheese, Avocado, Bacon, Sauteed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions and Fries
Salmon B.L.T.
$23.95
Avocado, Rosemary-Chili Aioli, House-Made Sweet Potato Fries, Telera Roll
House-Smoked Turkey Breast
$20.95
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Dijonnaise, Francese Roll, Tomato Chutney, Coleslaw
Stuffed Poblano Pepper
$26.95
Mixed Quinoa, Roasted corn, Yellow Beets, Lemon Zest, Lime Crema, Sliced Avocado, Cotija Cheese in an Ancho Chile Broth
vegetarian
gluten-free
Wild Mushroom Spinach Risotto
$26.95
Romesco Sauce, Earthbound Farm Spinach, Manchego Cheese, Topped with a Truffle Oil Drizzle and Pea Shoots
vegetarian
gluten-free
- Add Chicken
- $9.95
- Add Salmon
- $13.95
- Add Skirt Steak
- $18.95
Grilled Prawn Penne Pasta
$34.95
Leeks, Sweet Peas, Bacon, Creole Cream
Diver Scallops
$52.95
Pan Seared in Butter, Tri-color Fettuccine, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions topped with Manchego Cheese in a Meuniere sauce
Atlantic Salmon
$33.95
Pumpkin Seed Crust, Red Pepper-Potato Cake, Green Beans, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
Cioppino
$42.95
Mixed Seafood, Dungeness Crab Meat, Prawns, Mussels, Clams, Rich Tomato Sauce, and Herb Butter Toast
House-Smoked Half Chicken
$33.95
Smoked Chili Butter, Baby Artichokes, Red Potatoes
gluten-free
Almond Wood-Smoked BBQ Pork Back Ribs
House-Made Sweet Potato Fries, Horseradish-Poppy Seed Coleslaw
gluten-free
- Half Rack $31.95
- Full Rack $44.95
Soy-Marinated Skirt Steak
$47.95
Rainbow Sweet Potato Gratin, Green Beans
Sides
Bacon- 4
$9.95
gluten-free
Smoked Country Ham
$6.95
gluten-free
Cajun Country Potatoes
$6.95
vegetarian
Mixed Seasonal Berries
$7.95
vegetarian
gluten-free
Cup of Paprika Hollandaise
$7.95
vegetarian
Served Up
Lavender Lemon Drop
$16.00
Vodka, Butterfly Pea Infused Liqueur, Limoncello, Lavender, Sugar Rim
Grand Manhattan
$15.00
Bulleit Rye & Bulleit Bourbon, Grand Marnier, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters
17 Mile Haze
$17.00
17 Mile Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Muddled Cucumber & Basil, Lime Juice, Agave
Strawberry Guava Tini
$16.00
Vodka, Guava Puree, House Made Strawberry Syrup, Triple Sec, Fresh Lemon
Partnership Series
$1 From These Drinks is Donated to Local Charities
Ocean Strike MBFC
$15.00
Mezcal, Blue Curacao, Lime Juice, Butterfly Pea Flower Syrup, Egg White
Laguna Seca Sunset
$15.00
Dickel Rye Whiskey, Organic Maple Syrup, Mikes Hard Lemonade, Mint
On the Rocks
Rio Rita
$15.00
Astral Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Agave Lemon, Orange, Fresh Lime
Venus Fly Trap
$14.00
Serrano Infused Tequila, Hibiscus Syrup, Lime, Tajin-Salt Rim
Watermelon-Soaked
$15.00
Astral Tequila Soaked with Fresh Watermelon, Cointreau, Agave, Fresh Lime
'83 Caddy
$18.00
Cazadores Reposado, Orange Liquor, Fresh Lime, Grand Marnier
Zacapa Old Fashion
$18.00
Zacapa No. 23, Simple Syrup Angostura Aromatic Bitter
Cucumber & Jalapeño
$13.00
Serrano Jalapeño Infused Tequila, Cucumbers, Lemon, Edible Flowers, Soda
Valencia Orange
$13.00
Infused 21 Seed Tequila, Lime, Soda, Edible Flowers
Silver Coin
$16.00
Silver Tequila, Orange Liquor, Lime Juice
Rio Rye
$15.00
Bulleit Rye Whiskey, Carpano Antica, St. Germain and Luxardo Cherry
Brunch Cocktails
4 Flavor Mimosa Flight
$18.00
Choice: Orange, Pineapple, Cranberry, Blood Orange, Strawberry or Hibiscus
Rio Chelada
$14.00
House-made Michelada mix, Local La Reina Cerveza on the side, Tajin-salt rimmed pint
Blood Orange Spritz
$14.00
Blood Orange Puree, Splash Orange Juice, Sparkling Wine
Guava Bellini
$14.00
Sparkling wine, Guava Puree, Fresh Strawberry
Spicy Maria
$14.00
Serrano Infused Tequila, Rio's Famous Bloody Mary Mix, Tajin salt Rim
Brunch Punch
$14.00
Vodka, Malibu coconut Rum, Orange, Pineapple, Cranberry
Berry Bliss
$16.00
Peach Vodka, Strawberry Puree, Lemon Juice, top with Sparkling wine
Apple Cider Aperol Spritz
$16.00
Aperol, Apple Cider, Sparkling wine, Soda
By the Glass
Prosecco, Zonin, Italy
$13.00Champagne, Moet & Chandon "Brut", France
$17.00Champagne Rose, Moet & Chandon, France
$20.00Rosé "The Beach" by Whispering Angel 2020, France
$14.00Sauvignon Blanc, Celsius 2020, New Zealand
$13.00Albariño, Joyce 2023, Arroyo Seco
$16.00Chardonnay, Bernardus 2019, Monterey County
$17.00Chardonnay, St. Francis 2021, Sonoma County
$16.00Chardonnay, Stag' Leap 2022, Napa Valley
$20.00Cabernet Sauvignon, DAOU 2018, Paso Robles
$16.00Cabernet Sauvignon,Stag's Leap, 2019, Napa
$25.00Pinot Noir, McIntyre 2020, Santa Lucia Highlands
$17.00Pinot Noir, Martin Ray 2020, Sonoma Coast
$16.00Red Blend, Troublemaker 2017, Paso Robles
$16.00Red Blend, Rabble, 2020, Paso Robles
$15.00Zinfandel, Seghesio 2021, Sonoma County
$16.00West Coast Drafts
Pilsner, North Coast "Scrimshaw", CA
$8.00Amber Lager, East Brother "Red Lager", Richmond, CA
$10.00Rotating, Other Brother Seaside, CA
$10.00IPA Alvarado Street Brewery "Mai Tai", Monterey, CA
$10.00Cans & Bottles
Lager, Alvarado Street Brewery "Monterey Beer"
$7.00Cider, Sincere "Dry Apple", Napa
- 16oz $12.00
Land & Sea "Extra Pale Ale Monterey
- 12oz $8.00
Radler Stiegl "Grapefruit", Austria
- 16oz $10.00
N.A. Erdinger, Germany
$8.00East Brother Blonde Ale, Richmond, California
$10.00North Coast, Old Rasputin Imperial Stout California
$10.00Almanac "Love Hazy IPA", Alameda
- 16oz $12.00
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Ginger Beer
$5.00Abita Root Beer
$5.00Thirsty Lizard
$5.00
Grapefruit, Ginger Ale, Lime
No-Jito
$7.00
Cranberry, Pineapple, Mint, Lemon, Sprite & Soda
Prickly Porcupine
$7.00
Pineapple, Serrano Chili, Peppercorn, Lime Zest, Tajin-Salt Rim
San Benedetto, Still Mineral Water
$7.00San Benedetto, Sparkling Water
$7.00Browse Nearby
General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Traditional
Bar
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Friday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
About Us
A Carmel institution since 1984, Rio Grill has enjoyed a long and storied history. Originally the site of local restaurateur Billy Quon's original establishment, Rio Grill officially opened its doors 27 years ago. At that time, Rio Grill was part of the Real Restaurants organization, and was affiliated with such world class restaurants as Mustard's Grill and Tra Vigne in Napa Valley, and the Fog City Diner in San Francisco.
As part of the Real Restaurants group, Rio Grill staked its claim as one of the region's most popular choices catering to a loyal local clientele while satisfying out of town guests. As Rio's reputation grew, the partners of the Real Restaurants Group decided to part ways and Rio Grill was able to stand on its own.