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    Rio 1854

    Latin
    Open now10AM - 9PM
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    Lunch
    Dinner Menu

    Lunch

    Appetizers

    • Chipotle Hominy Hummus

      Creamy hominy, chipotle, tahini, lemon, cumin, garlic, cilantro oil, seasonal vegetables, plantain chips.
      $19.00
    • Loaded House Guacamole

      Freshly smashed avocados, roasted corn, Pico de Gallo, queso fresco, cilantro, lime, sea salt, tortilla chips.
      $21.00
    • Frito Mixto

      Blue corn flour fried calamari, shrimp, fish, scallion, jalapeño, avocado tartar sauce, lemon.
      $26.00
    • Maine Lobster Empanadas

      Lobster and cream cheese filling, scallion, bell pepper, parsley, salsa criolla, cilantro, ají amarillo aioli.
      $24.00
    • P.E.I. Mussels

      Pan-roasted mussels, onions, peppers, peas, corn, ají amarillo cream sauce, toasted bread.
      $22.00
    • Causa GF

      Chilled yellow chili and lime-infused Yukon potato cake, avocado, salsa criolla, cilantro, ají rocoto chili aioli, egg, olive, tomato.
    • Anticuchos

      Pineapple achiote-panca chili marinated skewers, corn coblets, yucca fries, salsa criolla, aji amarillo sauce.
      $21.00

    Soup & Salads

    • Chef's Soup of the Day

      Ask your server about today's preparation.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $8.00
    • Jumbo Shrimp Cobb Salad

      Romaine lettuce, queso fresco, corn, onion, tomato, avocado, chopped egg, creamy cilantro dressing.
      $19.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Chef-made Caesar dressing, romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan, croutons.
      $14.00
    • Rio House Salad

      Mixed greens, chamoy dressing, dried & fresh mango, queso fresco, toasted pumpkin seeds.
      $14.00

    Shareables

    • Asparagus

      Olive oil, sea salt, cotija.
      $16.00
    • Elote (Street Corn)

      Lime crema, cotija cheese, chile.
      $16.00
    • Ancho-Guajillo Potato Gratin

      Cheddar cheese, sour cream.
      $16.00
    • Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

      Maple glaze.
      $16.00
    • Fried Ripe Plantains

      Lime-pickled red onions, sour cream.
      $14.00

    Specialties

    • Chilaquiles

      Crispy corn tortillas tossed in green salsa, cecina beef, sour cream, queso fresco, cilantro onions, fried egg.
      $19.00
    • Chicken Enchiladas

      Shredded chicken-stuffed corn tortillas, salsa verde, sour cream, queso fresco, mozzarella cheese.
      $19.00
    • Carne Tampiqueña

      Seared picaña steak with chicken enchilada, green tomatillo sauce, guacamole, pinto beans, grilled onion, charred jalapeño, flour tortillas.
      $36.00
    • Blue Masa Walleye

      Blue-masa-encrusted walleye, roasted poblano chile-corn relish, sweet pea velouté, chipotle oil.
      $26.00

    Specialty Tacos

    • Fried Swordfish Taco

      Flour tortillas, green mango slaw, avocado tartar sauce, chipotle honey, cilantro, lime.
      $21.00
    • Quesabirria Taco

      Crispy corn tortillas, slow-braised birria, melted mozzarella, onion, cilantro, lime.
      $19.00
    • Gobernador Shrimp Taco

      Crispy corn tortillas, melted mozzarella, roasted poblano chile-corn salsa, guacamole, salsa criolla, cilantro.
      $20.00

    Fajitas

    • Fajitas (Picaña)

      Sizzling peppers and onions, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, house salsa verde, corn or flour tortillas.
      $24.00
    • Sizzling Fajitas (Chicken)

      Sizzling peppers and onions, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, house salsa verde, corn or flour tortillas.
      $20.00
    • Fajitas (Rio)

      Sizzling peppers and onions, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, house salsa verde, corn or flour tortillas.
      $26.00

    Crafted Bowls

    • Ponzu Ahi Tuna Bowl

      Ahi tuna, avocado, carrot, radish, cilantro, cucumber, tomato, green mango slaw, jasmine rice.
      $23.00
    • Birria Bowl

      Slow-braised birria, pinto beans, Pico de Gallo, roasted corn, avocado, pickled red onions, guacamole, queso fresco, Mexican crema, salsa verde, jasmine rice.
      $19.00
    • Chipotle Honey-Glazed Salmon Bowl

      Avocado, tomato, corn, bell pepper, cilantro, mayocoba beans, pickled red onions, jasmine rice.
      $20.00

    Grand Rio Boat

    • Grand Rio Boat

      A refined, chilled seafood presentation crafted for the table. 8 oz cold-water lobster tail · ½ lb Dungeness crab · 1 lb jumbo peeled shrimp · 1 lb P.E.I. mussels · 1 doz oysters · passion fruit salmon ceviche · shrimp aguachile ceviche. Accompanied by Mignonette trio (Patrón Silver · serrano · pineapple), Tabasco, cocktail sauce, lemon, lime, Mexican saltine crackers, plantain chips, drawn butter.
      $190.00

    Raw Bar & Ceviches

    • East Coast Oysters (1/2 Dozen)

      Mignonette trio – pineapple, Patrón Silver, spicy serrano chili, Mexican saltine crackers, lemon.
      $22.00
    • East Coast Oysters (Dozen)

      Mignonette trio – pineapple, Patrón Silver, spicy serrano chili, Mexican saltine crackers, lemon.
      $40.00
    • Five Elements Peruvian Cebiche

      Fresh catch of the day, rocoto chili, red onion, lime, sea salt, choclo (Peruvian corn), cancha (toasted corn), sweet potato.
      $28.00
    • House-Made Plantain Chips

      Sea salt, garlic.
      $8.00
    • Lobster & Shrimp Oysters (1/2 Dozen)

      $32.00
    • Lobster & Shrimp Oysters (Dozen)

      $60.00
    • Pacific Shrimp Cocktail

      Chilled shrimp, house tomato-chili citrus sauce, onion, cilantro, avocado, Mexican saltine crackers.
      $32.00
    • Passion Fruit Cebiche

      Salmon, passion fruit, lime, amarillo chili, jalapeño, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro oil, rocoto oil, sea salt, choclo, canchа, sweet potato.
      $24.00
    • Ponzu Tiradito

      Ahi tuna, lemongrass, Fresno chili, scallions, black lime, truffle oil, cancha.
      $28.00
    • Seafood Charcuterie Board

      $62.00
    • Shrimp Aguachile Verde

      Tender shrimp, cured in jalapeño & serrano chili lime citrus, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, onion, avocado, tostadas.
      $24.00
    • Tamarind Tiradito

      Mahi-mahi sashimi, tamarind puree, amarillo chili, lime, sea salt, cilantro, canchа.
      $25.00

    Handhelds

    • Rio Burger

      Certified 8 oz Black Angus burger, fried plantain banana, tomato, rocoto chile aioli, queso fundido, salsa criolla, brioche bun, fries.
      $20.00
    • Chicken Milanese Sandwich

      Fried chicken breast, avocado, tomato, cilantro, pickled red onions, chipotle hot honey, sourdough bread, fries.
      $19.00
    • Fried Swordfish Sandwich

      Lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickled red onions, adobo brioche bun, fries.
      $23.00
    • chef-Añejo Tequila Cured Salmon Toast

      Avocado, Pico de Gallo, Tajín spice, salmon roe, micro cilantro, sourdough bread, side Rio salad.
      $19.00

    Kids Menu (Copy)

    • Chicken Tenders

      $12.00
    • Mozarella Smash Burger

      $12.00
    • Fish Sticks

      $12.00
    • Salchipapas

      $12.00
    • Mozzarella Quesadilla

      $12.00
    • Chicken Nachos

      $12.00

    Dinner Menu

    Appetizers

    • Chipotle Hominy Hummus (VG)

      Creamy hominy, chipotle, tahini, lemon, cumin, garlic, cilantro EVO, seasona vegetables, plantain chips.
      $19.00
    • House Guacamole

      Freshly smashed avocados, roasted corn, pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro, lime, sea salt, tortilla chips.
      $21.00
    • Frito Mixto

      Blue corn flour fried calamari, shrimp, fish, scallion, jalapeño, avocado tartar sauce, lemon.
      $26.00
    • Maine Lobster Empanadas (2)

      Lobster-cream cheese filling, scallion, bell pepper, parsley, lime pickled onion, cilantro, aji amarillo aioli.
      $24.00
    • Pei Mussels

      Pan roasted P.E.I mussels, onions, peppers, peas, corn, aji Amarillo cream sauce, toasted bread.
      $22.00
    • Causa GF

      Chilled yellow chili and lime infused Yukon potato cake with avocado, lime pickled red onions, cilantro, chili aioli, egg, olive, and tomato.
      $21.00
    • Anticuchos (GF)

      Pineapple achiote-panca chili marinated skewers, corn cob lets, yucca fries, lime pickled red onions, aji Amarillo sauce.
      $21.00

    Fresh Greens

    • Caesar Salad

      Crisp romaine with house Caesar dressing, garlic croutons and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano.
      $14.00
    • Jumbo Shrimp Cobb Salad

      Romaine lettuce, queso fresco, corn, onion, tomato, avocado, chopped egg, creamy cilantro dressing.
      $19.00
    • Chef's Soup of the Day

      Ask your server about today's preparation.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $8.00
    • Rio House Salad

      Mixed greens, chamoy dressing, dried & fresh mango, queso fresco, toasted pumpkin seeds.
      $14.00

    Shareables

    • Asparagus

      Olive oil, sea salt, lemon.
      $16.00
    • Elote (Street Corn)

      Lime crema, cotija cheese, chile.
      $16.00
    • Ancho-Guajillo Potato Gratin

      Cheddar cheese, sour cream.
      $16.00
    • Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

      Maple glaze.
      $14.00
    • Fried Ripe Plantains

      Lime pickled red onions, sour cream.
      $14.00

    Grand Parrillada

    • Grand Parrillada (Serves 2)

      A showstopping fire-driven feast designed for the table. Prime picanha, flame-grilled chicken, house chorizo, Maine lobster tail, Patagonian salmon, colossal tiger shrimp. Accompaniments: Grilled panela cheese, cambray onions, street corn, blistered jalapeños and house-crafted salsas. Served with corn or flour tortillas. cilantro white rice, slow-simmered pinto beans, fresh guacamole and pico de gallo.
      $140.00
    • Grand Parrillada (Serves 4)

      A showstopping fire-driven feast designed for the table. Prime picanha, flame-grilled chicken, house chorizo, Maine lobster tail, Patagonian salmon, colossal tiger shrimp. Accompaniments: Grilled panela cheese, cambray onions, street corn, blistered jalapeños and house-crafted salsas. Served with corn or flour tortillas. cilantro white rice, slow-simmered pinto beans, fresh guacamole and pico de gallo.
      $265.00

    Grand Rio Boat

    • Grand Rio Boat

      A refined, chilled seafood presentation crafted for the table. 8 oz cold-water lobster tail · ½ lb Dungeness crab · ½ lb jumbo peeled shrimp · 1 lb P.E.I. mussels · 1 doz oysters · passion fruit salmon ceviche · shrimp aguachile ceviche. Accompanied by Served with: Mignonette trio (Patrón Silver · serrano · pineapple), Tabasco, cocktail sauce, lemon, lime, Mexican saltine crackers, plantain chips, drawn butter.
      $190.00

    Entrées

    • Ribeye Steak (GF)

      USDA Prime 16oz ribeye steak, Argentinian chimichurri, ancho-guajillo chile potato gratin, cheddar cheese, sour cream.
      $71.00
    • Lomo Saltado

      Stir fried prime picanha steak, tomatoes, onions, Amarillo chiles, cilantro, wedge fries, soy-vinegar glaze, jasmine rice.
      $39.00
    • Seasonal Vegetable Saltado

      Seasonal Vegetable Saltado
      $36.00
    • Ají De Gallina

      Creamy shredded chicken stew, milk, cheese, Amarillo, jasmine rice, lime pickled red onions, cilantro, black olives, hard egg, potato.
      $36.00
    • Pan-Roasted Swordfish (GF)

      Pan-roasted mahi mahi, pinto bean-rice cake, escabeche sauce (vinegary peppers & onions).
      $38.00
    • Seared Ahi Tuna

      Seared rare ahi tuna, Spanish onion hashbrown, sautéed spinach, morita chile veal demi glace, fried onions.
      $43.00
    • Achiote Glazed Halibut

      Achiote glazed Alaskan halibut, warm pineapple quinoa sofrito, plantain chips.
      $43.00
    • Blue Masa Walleye

      Blue masa encrusted walleye, roasted poblano chile-corn relish, sweet pea velouté, chipotle oil.
      $36.00
    • Pan-Roasted Salmon (GF)

      Pan-roasted salmon, cuttlefish black rice, corn, peppers, onions, cilantro, passion fruit beurre blanc.
      $36.00
    • Steak and Lobster

      $71.00
    • Duroc Pork Chop

      $42.00

    Raw Bar & Ceviches

    • Seafood Charcuterie

      $62.00
    • Five Elements Peruvian Cebiche (GF)

      Fresh catch of the day, rocoto chili, red onion, lime, sea salt, choclo (Peruvian corn), cancha (toasted corn), sweet potato.
      $28.00
    • Shrimp Aguachile Verde

      Tender shrimp, cured in jalapeño & serrano chili lime citrus, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, onion, avocado, tostadas.
      $24.00
    • Passion Fruit Cebiche (GF)

      Salmon, passion fruit, lime, Amarillo chili, jalapeño, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro oil, rocoto oil, sea salt, choclo, cancha, sweet potato.
      $24.00
    • Tamarind Tiradito (GF)

      Mahi mahi sashimi, tamarind puree, Amarillo chili, lime, sea salt, cilantro salsa, cancha.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $25.00
    • Ponzu Tiradito

      Ahi tuna, lemongrass, Fresno chili, scallions, black sesame, truffle oil, cancha.
      $28.00
    • Pacific Shrimp Cocktail (GF)

      Chilled shrimp, house tomato-chili citrus sauce, onion, cilantro, avocado, Mexican saltine crackers.
      $32.00
    • East Coast Oysters (GF) 1/2 Doz.

      Mignonette trio - pineapple, Patrón Silver, spicy manzano chili, Mexican saltine crackers, lemon.
      $22.00
    • East Coast Oysters (GF) Doz.

      Mignonette trio - pineapple, Patrón Silver, spicy manzano chili, Mexican saltine crackers, lemon.
      $40.00
    • House-Made Plantain Chips

      Sea salt, garlic.
      $8.00

    Kids Menu

    • Chicken Tenders

      $12.00
    • Mozarella Smash Burger

      $12.00
    • Fish Sticks

      $12.00
    • Salchipapas

      $12.00
    • Mozzarella Quesadilla

      $12.00
    • Chicken Nachos

      $12.00

    All hours
    Sunday8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Monday10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Tuesday10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Wednesday10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Thursday10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Friday10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Saturday8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    A Latin Craft Kitchen by the St. Croix River. We serve grilled meats, seafood, and Latin-inspired dishes in a warm, casual space with one of Stillwater’s most iconic views.

    Location

    425 Nelson Street East, Stillwater, MN 55082

    Directions