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Rio Grill
101 The Crossroads Blvd
Carmel, US-CA 93923
Uber
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Dine in & Take Out Menu
Rio's Kids Menu
Wine List & Spirit List
Happy Hour Menu
Brunch Menu
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 Tacos
$18.95
Crispy Wontons, Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Sriracha Aioli, Pickled Ginger and Sesame Seeds
Pork Belly Potato Crisps
$18.95
Loaded with Mozzarella Cheese, Smashed Avocado, Chipotle Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, House Made Salsa
gluten-free
Quesadilla of the Day
$21.95
Changes Daily, served with Avocado, Smoked Chili Sour Cream, House Made Salsa
Goat Cheese & Garlic Dip
$16.95
Slow Roasted Garlic, Goat Cheese, Semi-Dried Cherry tomatoes and Toasted Ciabatta
Daily Soup
- Bowl $10.95
- Cup $7.95
Haystack Onion Rings
$12.95
Thin-cut Yellow Onions, Lightly Battered & Fried, Smokey 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
Spanish Octopus
$24.95
Wood Grilled Spanish Octopus, Caramelized Fennel and Parsnip Puree
Salads
Iceberg Wedge
$14.95
Garlic Bread Crumbs, Pear Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, & 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
Poached Pear & Burrata Salad
$18.95
Red-Wine Poached Pears, Burrata, Arugula, Pine Nuts, Pomegranate seeds, with Blood Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
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
Romesco Sauce, Earthbound Farm Spinach, Manchego Cheese, Topped with a Truffle Oil Drizzle & Asiago Cheese Points
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
Rio Grill Land & Sea
$46.95
Seared Scallops, Signature Candied Pork Belly, Creamy Corn-Risotto Cake, Beurre Blanc
Atlantic Salmon
$33.95
Pumpkin Seed Crust, Red Pepper-Potato Cake, Green Beans, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
Braised Short Rib
$49.95
Horseradish Crème Fraîche, Asiago Mashed Potatoes, Caramelized Onion Pearls, Crispy Parsnip
Seafood Linguine
$44.95
Salmon, Clams, Mussels, Prawns, Linguine, tossed in Scampi Sauce
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, & Balsamic Drizzle
Ribeye Certified Prime
$59.95
14oz Almond Wood Grilled, Asiago Mashed Potatoes, Charred Broccolini, Green Peppercorn Demi-Glace
gluten-free
Wood Grill Double-Cut Pork Chop
$43.95
Chipotle Honey Apple Glaze, Asaigo Mashed Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts
gluten-free
Filet Mignon
$59.95
8oz Almond-Wood Grilled, Wild Mushrooms, Arugula, Roasted Red Potatoes, Hibiscus Demi-Glace
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
$10.95Bacon Brussels
$10.95Spicy Broccolini
$11.95
vegetarian
Ciabatta Bread
$5.95
vegetarian
Desserts
Olallieberry Cobbler
$12.95
Vanilla Ice Cream, Mint, Raspberries, Powdered Sugar
Tiramisu Cup
$12.95
Amaretto Sabayon Mousse, Aroma Coffee-Lady Finger Cookies Note: If ordered to-go, presentation may not be ideal.
Meyer Lemon Bars
$12.95
Torched Meringue, Shortbread Crust, & Fresh Raspberries
Caramel-Apple Bread Pudding
$14.95
Sourdough Bread, Caramel & Vanilla Apples, Whiskey Creme Angalise, Vanilla Ice Cream
Ice Cream Sandwich
$12.95
Vanilla Ice Cream, Almond Wafers, Chocolate Sauce, Strawberries, Walnuts
Bittersweet Flourless Chocolate Torte
$12.95
Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream, Raspberries, & Mint
Seasonal Cheesecake
$14.95
With Paired Toppings
Artisan Sorbet
$12.95
3 Scoops of a Rotating Mix of Flavors, With House-Made Almond Wafers
Served Up
Lavender Lemon Drop
$16.00
Vodka, Butterfly Pea Infused Liqueur, Limoncello, Lavender, Sugar Rim
Grand Manhattan
$15.00
Blend of Rye & Bourbon Whiskeys, Grand Marnier, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters
Blanco Apple Sling
$18.00
Blanco Tequilla, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, Cardamon Bitters, Sparkling Apple Cider
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
Clarified: Gin, Blue Spirulina, Italicus, Lemon, Citric Acid, Rosemary
On the Rocks
Rio Rita
$15.00
Blanco Tequilla, Orange Liqueur, Agave, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Fresh Lime
'83 Caddy
$18.00
Reposado Tequilla, Cointreau, Fresh Lime, Grand Marnier
Rio Rye
$15.00
Rye Whiskey, Carpano Antica, St. Germain and Luxardo Cherry
Zacapa Old Fashion
$18.00
Zacapa No. 23, Simple Syrup Angostura Aromatic Bitter
Watermelon-Soaked
$15.00
Blanco Tequila Soaked with Fresh Watermelon, Cointreau, Agave, Fresh Lime
Mint Bramble
$14.00
Vodka, Blackberry, Mint, Lime, Agave, Soda
Silver Coin
$16.00
Silver Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Lime Juice
Texas Mule
$14.00
Tito's, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Fire & Leaf
$14.00
Serrano Jalapeno Infused Tequilla, Basil, Pineapple Juice, Lime, Agave
By the Glass
Prosecco, Zonin, Italy
$13.00Champagne, Moet & Chandon "Brut", France
$17.00Champagne Rose, Moet & Chandon, France
$20.00Rosé, Bieler Pere & Fils 2023, France
$12.00Pinot Grigio, J Dusi, 2024, Paso Robles
$13.00Sauvignon Blanc, Celsius 2023, New Zealand
$13.00Chardonnay, Bernardus 2022, Monterey County
$17.00Chardonnay, CRU Unoaked 2023, Santa Lucia Highlands
$16.00Chardonnay, Stags Leap Cellars "Karia" 2023, Napa Valley
$21.00Cabernet Sauvignon, DAOU 2023, Paso Robles
$16.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Post & Beam 2023, Napa Valley
$25.00Pinot Noir, McIntyre 2021, Santa Lucia Highlands
$17.00Pinot Noir, Fossil Point 2022, Central Coast
$16.00Red Blend, Troublemaker 2017, Paso Robles
$16.00Red Blend, Lapis Luna 2021, Lodi
$15.00Zinfandel, Opolo "Mountain Zinfandel", 2024, Paso Robles
$16.00West Coast Drafts
Pilsner, "Scrimshaw", North Coast Brewery
$8.00Hazy IPA, "Summer Wolf", Headlands
$10.00IPA, Alvarado Street Brewery "Mai Tai", Monterey
$10.00Sour, "Tropic Desert", Other Brother Beer Co., Seaside
- 10 oz $9.00
Can & Bottles
Lager, "Monterey Beer", Alvarado Street Brewery
- 12oz $7.00
Mexican Lager, "Taco Truck", Dust Bowl Brewing
- 12 oz $8.00
Extra Pale Ale, "Land & Sea", Alvarado Street Brewery
- 12oz $8.00
Cider, Sincere "Pomegrante", Napa
- 16oz $12.00
IPA, "Peace, Love & Haze", Dust Bowl Brewing
- 12 oz $8.00
Radler, Stiegl "Grapefruit", Austria
- 16oz $10.00
Imperial Stout, "Old Rasputin", North Coast Brewery
- 16 oz $10.00
N.A. Erdinger, Germany
$8.00Non-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
Kid's Menu
1/4 Pound Burger
$14.95
Cheddar Cheese and Fries
Quesadilla
$14.95
Mozzarella cheese. Served with strawberries
Penne Pasta
$14.95
With your choice of Butter & Cheese or Marinara Sauce
House Smoked Baby Back Ribs
$14.95
with BBQ Sauce and Fries
Wood Grilled Salmon
$14.95
with Herb Buttered Broccolini
BBQ Grilled Chicken Breast
$14.95
Sautéed Red Potatoes, Green Beans
White 1/2 Bottles
Chardonnay, 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
$40.00Bordeaux 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
$44.00Mclntyre 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
$60.00Brewer Clifton, Santa Rita Hills, CA, '21
$68.00Far Niente, Napa Valley, '22
$115.00Sauvignon Blanc
Bernardus "Griva Vineyards", Carmel Valley, CA, '22
$50.00Husch Vineyards, Mendocino County, '23
$35.0013 Celsius, New Zealand, '23
$54.00Whitehaven, New Zealand, '23
$38.00Rose
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
$32.00Sparkling / Champagne
La Gioiosa Prosecco, Italy
$34.00Dom Perignon, Brut, France, '13
$520.00Philippe Gonet "Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru", France, NV
$180.00Alfred Gratien, Brut, France, NV
$98.00Krug, "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
$150.00Sullivan "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
$100.00Stag's Leap, Napa Valley, CA, '19
$72.00Red Blend - Bordeaux Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot
Bernardus Marinus, Carmel Valley, CA, '13
$128.00Les Trois Croix, Appellation Fronsac Controlee, France, '16
$80.00Overture, Opus One, Napa Valley, CA, '16
$212.00Symmetry "Rodney Strong", Alexander Valley, CA, '14
$115.00Red 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
$98.00TestaRossa, 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, 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
$153.00Siduri, Willamette Valley, OR, '22
$57.00Cloudy Bay, New Zealand, '20
$90.00Landmark Vineyards "Overlook", Monterey County, CA, '22
Bernardus, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '22
$48.00Zinfandel
Ridge Pagani Ranch, Sonoma Valley, CA, '19
$84.00Turley Juvenille, Napa Valley, CA, '21
$65.00Syrah
Morgan G17, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA, '22
$48.00Big Sur Vineyards, Monterey County, CA, '19
$57.00Alban 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
Banderos
$14.50Casa Amigos
$24.00Cuervo
$32.00Don Julio
$24.00Espolon
$14.50Fortaleza
$21.25Herradura Silver
$17.25Lunazul
$14.50Patron
$24.00Volcan de mi Tierra
$17.25Reposado
Azunia
$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
$26.50Lunazul
$17.25Anejo
Azunia Black
$37.25Corralejo "99,000 Hours"
$24.00G4
$30.50Don Julio 70th Anniversary
$32.00Don Julio 1942
$50.50Partida
$21.50Tres Manos
$30.50Fortaleza
$32.00Ultra Anejo
Don Camilo Organic
$30.00Herradura Legend
$48.00Imperio 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
Ardbeg 10 Yrs.
$26.50Buchanan's Deluxe 12 Yrs.
$18.50Chivas Regal
$14.50Dalmore 12 Yrs.
$26.50Dewars
$14.50Glenfiddich 12 Yrs.
$21.25Glenglassaugh, Sandend
$26.50Glenlivet 12 Yrs.
$20.00Glenmorangie 18 Yrs.
$80.00Johnny Walker Black Label
$20.00Johnny Walker Green Label
$28.00Laphroaig 10 Yrs.
$24.00Macallan 15 Yrs.
$42.50Macallan 18 Yrs.
$116.00Oban 14 Yrs.
$33.25American Whiskey / Bourbon
Angel's Envy
$24.00Basil Hayden
$24.00Balcones Baby Blue
$17.25Breaking & Entering
$17.25Bulleit
$14.50Bulliet 10 Yrs.
$17.25Bushmills
$14.50Crown Royal
$14.50Dickle, Three Chamber
$40.00Elijah Craig
$14.50Four Roses
$17.25High West Bourbon
$20.00High West Cask Collection
$26.50Jack Daniel's
$14.50Maker's Mark
$17.25Michter's Small Batch
$14.00Noble Oak Double Oak
$20.00Redwood Empire 'Lost Monarch'
$21.25Screwball Peanut Butter
$17.25Woodford Reserve
$17.25Woodinville
$17.25Rye Whiskey
Angel's Envy
$36.00Bulleit
$14.50Corbin Cash Merced
$25.25Dickle
$14.50High West "Double Rye"
$17.25Michter's
$25.25Redemption
$14.50Templeton
$17.25Woodinville
$17.25Sir Davis
$26.50Abroad Whiskey
Jameson
$14.50
Irish Whiskey
Lambay
$17.25
Irish Whiskey
Roe and Co
$20.00
Irish Whiskey
Bearface
$17.25
Canadian Whiskey
Canadian Club 1858
$14.50
Canadian Whiskey
Kikori
$20.00
Japanese Whiskey
Kaiyo
$28.00
Japanese Whiskey
Toki
$24.00
Japanese Whiskey
Yamazaki
$58.50
Japanese Whiskey
Highland Park, 12 Yr.
$28.00
Scotish Whiskey
Vodka
Vodka is a clear distilled alcoholic beverage
Belvedere
$17.25Chopin
$17.25Grey Goose
$17.25Hangar One Mandarin
$18.50Kettle One Citrus
$17.25Ketel One
$14.50Tito's
$14.50Happy Hour - Everyday 3:30 - 6 pm
$9
Crispy Salmon Tacos
Fried Salmon, Coleslaw, Soft Corn Tortillas, & Sriracha Aioli. 2 per order
Rio's Smash Sliders
Beef Angus Patties, Caramelized Onions, Cheddar, Diced Pickles, Mini Brioche Buns. 2 per order
vegetarian
Grilled Prawns
Asiago Mashed Potatoes, Chili Butter. 2 per order
gluten-free
Almond Wood Smoked BBQ Ribs
Two Ribs with Coleslaw
gluten-free
Crispy Lollipops
Bacon-Wrapped Breaded Mozzarella, Crushed Pecans, Chili Flakes, Bourbon-Brown Sugar Glaze. 3 per order
vegetarian
gluten-free
Turkey Spring Roll
Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, Pico-De-Gallo, & Mozzarella. Wrapped in Crispy Wonton. 3 per order.
Crostino Trio
One of each: Tomato Burrata - Tomato-Basil Relish & Burrata Prosciutto & Goat Cheese - Red-Wine Poached Pears, Crushed Pecans Smashed Avocado - Chili Flakes & Truffle Oil
Cocktails
$9
Happy Rio Rita
Tequila, Orange Liquor, Agave, Lemon & Lime
Rio-Spritz
Vodka, Grapefruit, Sparkling Wine, & a splash of Soda Water
Rio Tropic
Rum, Blue Curaco, Pineapple, Coconut Cream, Lime
Hibiscus Mule
Vodka, Hibiscus Ginger Beer, Mint & Lime Juice
Blackberry Smash
Vodka, Blackberry, Lemon, Soda
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 Toasted English Muffin with Two Poached Eggs, Your Choice of Meat, Griddled Tomato, Spinach & Smoked Paprika Hollandaise
- Crab Cake $24.95
- 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
With Two Over Easy Eggs, Smoked Country Ham, Asiago Cheese, topped with Bechamel, on Brioche and served with Field Greens Salad
Banana Bruleed French Toast
$18.95
Bruleed Bananas, Burnt Caramel, Cinnamon Whipped Cream
vegetarian
Rio's Pancake Trio
$17.95
Stack of 3 pancakes with Paired toppings
vegetarian
Beef Tenderloin Sweet Potato Hash
$19.95
Two Poached Eggs, Crispy Quinoa, Spinach, Chipotle Crema
gluten-free
Avocado Toast
$19.95
Grilled Toast, Smashed Avocado, Scrambled Eggs, & Bacon
Huevos Rancheros
2 Fried Eggs, Black Beans, Tomatillo Slasa, Avocado, Cotija Cheese, Lime Crema, Over Crispy tortillas
- $20.95
- Add Chorizo or Bacon $4.95
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 Tacos
$18.95
Crispy Wontons, Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Sriracha Aioli, Pickled Ginger, & Sesame Seeds
Daily Soup
- Cup $7.95
- Bowl $10.95
Ciabatta Bread
$5.95Haystack Onion Rings
$12.95
Guajillo Ketchup
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
Poached Pear & Burrata Salad
$18.95
Red-Wine Poached Pears, Burrata, Arugula, Pine Nuts, Pomegrante Seedsm with Blood Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
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
Rio Grill Land & Sea
$46.95
Seared Scallops, Signature Candied Pork Belly, Creamy Corn-Risotto Cake, Beurre Blanc
Atlantic Salmon
$33.95
Pumpkin Seed Crust, Red Pepper-Potato Cake, Green Beans, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
Seafood Linguine
$44.95
Salmon, Clams, Mussles, Prawns, Linguine, tossed in Scampi Sauce
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
Applewood Smoked Bacon
$9.95
4 pieces
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
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
On the Rocks
Rio Rita
$15.00
Astral Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Agave Lemon, Orange, Fresh Lime
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
Silver Coin
$16.00
Silver Tequila, Orange Liquor, Lime Juice
Rio Rye
$15.00
Bulleit Rye Whiskey, Carpano Antica, St. Germain and Luxardo Cherry
Fire & Leaf
$14.00
Serrano Jalapeno Infused Tequila, Basil, Pineapple Juice, Lime, Agave
Mint Bramble
Vodka, Blackberry, Mint, Lime, Agave, Soda
Texas Mule
Tito's, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
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
Stormy Morning
$14.00
Sparkling Wine, St.Germain, Creme de Violette, Lime
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
$20.00Rose, Bieler Pere & Fils, 2023, France
$13.00Pinot Grigio, J Dusi, 2024, Paso Robles
$13.00Sauvignon Blanc, Celsius 2020, New Zealand
$13.00Chardonnay, Bernardus 2022, Monterey County
$17.00Chardonnay, CRU Unoaked, 2023, Santa Lucia HIghlands
$16.00Chardonnay, Stags Leap "Karia" 2023, Napa Valley
$21.00Cabernet Sauvignon, DAOU 2023, Paso Robles
$16.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Post & Beam, 2023, Napa Valley
$25.00Pinot Noir, McIntyre 2021, Santa Lucia Highlands
$17.00Pinot Noir, Fossil Point, 2022, Central Coast
$16.00Red Blend, Troublemaker 2017, Paso Robles
$16.00Red Blend, Lapis Luna, 2021, Lodi
$13.00Zinfandel, Opolo "Mountain Zinfandel", 2024, Paso Robles
$16.00West Coast Drafts
Pilsner, North Coast "Scrimshaw", CA
$8.00Hazy IPA, Rotating Tap
$10.00Sour "Tropic Desert", Other Brother Seaside, CA
$10.00IPA Alvarado Street Brewery "Mai Tai", Monterey, CA
$10.00Cans & Bottles
Lager, Alvarado Street Brewery "Monterey Beer"
$7.00Mexican Lager, "Taco Truck", Dust Bowl Brewing
$8.00Extra Pale Ale, "Land & Sea", Alvarado Street Brewery
- 12oz $8.00
Cider, Sincere "Pomegrante", Napa Valley
- 16oz $12.00
IPA, "Peace, Love & Haze", Dust Bowl Brewing
$8.00Stout, "Old Rasputin", North Coast Brewing
$10.00Radler, Stiegel "Grapefruit", Austria
$10.00Non-Alocholic, Erdinger, Germany
- 16oz $8.00
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
$9.00San Benedetto, Sparkling Water
$9.00Browse Nearby
General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Traditional
Bar
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 8:00pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 8:00pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 8:00pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 8:00pm
Friday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
Sunday:
11:30am - 8:00pm
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.