Is there a Cafe Rio in Florida?

Utah-based fast-casual Mexican chain Cafe Rio was just announced to open their first Florida location right here in Central Florida. Specifically, in a stand-alone store in front of the Winter Park Whole Foods. The restaurant chain has an almost cult-like following among Left Coasters.

How many Cafe Rio locations are there?

135 locations
As of December 2020, Cafe Rio is operating in 135 locations across 11 states. Cafe Rio’s recipes are inspired from the traditional cooking of the Rio Grande region of Northern Mexico, Southern Texas and New Mexico. Meals are cooked in each restaurant’s kitchen, fresh every day.

Is Cafe Rio like Chipotle?

Really more of a taco salad, than tostada, she liked the dish, and was happy that Cafe Rio had a broader menu and was more authentic than Chipotle. She did comment that the tortilla was good, but she still likes the Chipotle burrito better. Kevin got the pork barbacoa burrito.

Who is the owner of Cafe Rio?

Freeman Spogli & Co. has acquired a majority stake in Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, the company said on Friday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. But existing management of the fast-casual Mexican chain, which has more than 100 units 11 states, will remain and will keep “a meaningful equity stake” in the business.

Are Costa Vida and Cafe Rio the same?

You’re right to think they’re the same place. Both are Tex-Mex chains that started in Utah with incredibly similar menus but about as authentic as Panda Express is Chinese. However, Café Rio started in 1997 whereas Costa Vida only started shelling out the tin containers in 2003.

Where is Cafe Rio headquarters?

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Cafe Rio/Headquarters

What is the best meat in Cafe Rio?

Chipotle has basic menu items with basic ingredients. Cafe Rio has tons of different options and most importantly, sweet pork barbacoa. This is the best meat at Cafe Rio and maybe even on the planet. It is known to be addicting.

What do you get from Cafe Rio?

Cafe Rio has lots of different items to try including enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, tostadas, salads, tacos, nachos, and chips and salsa. You can choose your filling from either fire grilled chicken, fire grilled steak, sweet pork barbacoa, chile roast beef, or pulled chicken breast.

Which is better Costa Vida or Cafe Rio?

Starting with the theme, although both consider themselves as Mexican, Café Rio wins hands down. It is more Mexican while Costa Vida has a more beach-inspired theme, no matter what they advertise. Café Rio has about 73 restaurants all over the country while Costa Vida has 52 locations.

Which came first Café Rio or Costa Vida?

Both are Tex-Mex chains that started in Utah with incredibly similar menus but about as authentic as Panda Express is Chinese. However, Café Rio started in 1997 whereas Costa Vida only started shelling out the tin containers in 2003.

Does Costa Vida have horchata?

Horchata. A traditional Mexican rice-milk with a creamy-sweet taste and hints of rice and cinnamon.

How much does Costa Vida catering cost?

Costa Vida Catering Prices

What foods are served at Cafe Rio in Salt Lake City?

Chile Con Queso With Chips $4.50 all of our burritos are made with fresh hand made flour of stone ground whole wheat tortillas filled with green chile rice, black or pinto beans, cheese, and your choice of meat and sauce. Beans, Rice And Cheese $4.95 Chile Roasted Beef $5.95 Chicken Breast $5.95 Pork Barbacoa $5.95 Fire Grilled Steak $6.95

How much does tres leches at Cafe Rio cost?

Cafe Rio’s Famous Tres Leches $2.95 all of our fresh fruit frescas are made throughout the day with fresh fruit juices. Sodas, Milk, Coffee Or Tea $1.39

How much does a tortilla at Cafe Rio cost?

Cafe Rio’s Famous Tortilla $3.95 a flavorful chicken broth with shredded chicken, jack cheese, guacamole and pico de gallo topped with tortilla strips, cilantro and lime. Victor’s Coconut Caramel Flan $2.95 Cafe Rio’s Famous Tres Leches $2.95 all of our fresh fruit frescas are made throughout the day with fresh fruit juices.