Appetizers
Ciabatta Bread
$5.95Soup of the day - Bowl Rio
Daily Soup - Bowl, Call to know today's soup$11.95Ahi Tacos
Crispy Wonton Shells, Raw Sushi-Grade Ahi Tuna tossed in Soy Sauce Marinade, Avocado, Sriracha Aioli, Pickled Ginger and Sesame Seeds. 3 per order.$18.95Crab Cake
Blue Lump Crab, Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc, Onion Marmalade, Chive Oil, and Green Onion Garnish.$25.95Soft Shell Crab
Panko Crusted Soft Shell Crab, with Glazed Soy Noodles & Stir Fried Vegetables in a Crispy Wonton, Topped with Pickled Ginger, Roasted Garlic-Lemon Aioli, Sesame Seeds.$22.95Fire Roasted Castroville Artichoke
Local and Seasonal Heirloom Artichokes, Balsamic, and Semi Dried Cherry Tomato Aioli.$19.95Haystack Onion Rings
Thin-cut Yellow Onions, Lightly Battered & Fried, Smokey Guajillo Ketchup$14.95Monterey Bay Calamari
Monterey Bay Calamari, Fennel, Bell Pepper, Orange Sesame for Dipping$18.95PB Potato Crisps
Pork Belly, Crispy Potato Skins, Mozzarella Cheese, Smashed Avocado, House made Salsa, Chipotle Sour Cream$21.95Signature Candied Pork Belly
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 Jalapeno Powder. Served with a Side Salad with Light Vinaigrette.$19.95Wagyu Carpaccio
Wagyu Beef Shaved Thin, Chimichurri Aioli, Shallots, Capers, Manchego Cheese, Arugula, and Toast Points. Warning: May not look the best when ordered to go.$26.95Quesadilla of the Day
Daily selection with Smashed Avocado, Smoked Chili Sour Cream, and House made Salsa. Call to see what we have today!$22.95Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla
Quesadilla with Shredded Chicken and Cheese only. Served with Smashed Avocado, House Made Salsa, Chili Sour Cream.$22.95Cheese Quesadilla
Quesadilla with Cheese Only. Served with Smashed Avocado, House Made Salsa, Chili Sour Cream$18.95Veggie Quesadilla
Quesadilla with House Choice Vegetables. Served with Smashed Avocado, House Made Salsa, Chili Sour Cream$21.95
Salads
Chinese Chicken Salad
Shredded Chicken Breast, Salad Mixed Greens, Sesame-Soy Noodles, Tomato, Pickled Ginger and Cucumber, Curried Carrots, Almonds, Tahini Dressing, Light Vinaigrette.$25.95Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
Arugula, Heirloom Tomatoes, Creamy Burrata, Grilled Peaches, Red Onion, Roasted Pine Nuts, Citrus-Basil Vinaigrette$19.95Iceberg Wedge
Iceberg Wedge, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Pear Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing$15.95Roasted Beet Salad
Red and Golden Beets, Mixed Greens, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts, and Point Reyes Blue Cheese.$17.95Romaine Heart
Roasted Poblano Caesar Dressing, Lime Pepitas, Sunflower Seeds, Grated Machego, Garlic-Ciabatta Croutons, Cilantro Leaves$18.95
Sandwiches and More
Salmon BLT
Grilled Salmon Filet, Bacon, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Rosemary-Chili Aioli, on a Telera Roll, with side of Sweet Potato Fries$25.95Smoked Turkey Breast
House Smoked Turkey Breast, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Smashed Avocado, Dijonnaise, Watercress, on Francese Roll, Served with Tomato Chutney and Coleslaw.$21.95Cornmeal Crusted Tomato & Portabella Sandwich
Grilled Portabella Mushroom, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, Cornmeal Crusted Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Watercress, Avocado, Burrata Cheese, Garlic-Lemon Aioli, on Ciabatta Bread, Served with Fries$21.95The Works Burger
1/2 lb. Certified Angus Beef, Choice of Cheese, Avocado, Bacon, Sauteed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions on Telera Roll, Served with Fries. Includes Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickle on Side.$25.95Stuffed Poblano Pepper
Roasted Poblano Pepper Stuffed with Mixed Quinoa, Roasted Corn, Yellow Beets, Lemon Zest, Lime Crema, Sliced Avocado and Cotija Cheese in Ancho Chile Broth.$29.95
Entrees
Almond Wood Smoked BBQ Pork Back Ribs
Served with Sweet Potato Fries and Horseradish-Poppy Seed Coleslaw. Choice of Half or Full Rack.Ancho Chili Rubbed Smoked Pork Tenderloin
Pork Tenderloin Crusted with Ancho Chili Powder and Smoked, Served with Goat Cheese Polenta, Apple Cider-Caramelized Onion, Pickled Mustard Seed, Blistered Haricots Verts$39.95Atlantic Salmon
Pumpkin Seed Crusted Salmon Filet, Red Pepper-Potato Cake, Green Beans, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette$35.95Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout
Served with Creamy Sunchoke Puree, Corn Artichoke Relish, Asparagus, Grilled Sunchokes, Charred Lemon$38.95Filet Mignon
8oz Almond Wood Grilled, Wild Mushrooms, Arugula, Roasted Red Potatoes, Hibiscus Demi-Glace$59.95Frutti di Mare
Salmon, Clams, Mussels, Prawns, Spaghetti, White Wine Tomato Broth$46.95Grilled Prawn Penne Pasta
5 Grilled Prawns, Leeks, Sweet Peas, Bacon, in a Spicy Creole Sauce$36.95House-Smoked Half Chicken
House Smoked Chicken, Smoked Chili Butter, Baby Artichokes, and Red Potatoes$36.95Ribeye Certified Angus
14oz Almond Wood Grilled, Asiago Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Broccolini, Green Peppercorn Demi-Glace$59.95Soy-Marinated Skirt Steak
Roasted Sweet Potato, Lime Crema, Toasted Pine Nuts, Sauteed Green Beans, Balsamic Drizzle$49.95Wild Mushroom Spinach Risotto
Creamy Risotto, Earthbound Farm Spinach, Manchego Cheese, Shallots, Topped with a Truffle Oil Drizzle, Truffle Shavings, Romesco Sauce, and Asiago Cheese Points$27.95Wood Grill Double-Cut Pork Chop
Grilled Peach Chutney, Asiago Whipped Potatoes, Blistered Asparagus$49.95Ravioli
$38.95
Dessert
Caramel-Apple Bread Pudding
Sourdough Bread, Caramel and Vanilla Apples, Whiskey Crème Anglaise, Vanilla Ice Cream$16.95Cheesecake
Seasonal, Call Us to Ask for Chef's Inspiration$14.95Flourless Chocolate Torte
Chocolate Sauce, Strawberry Ice Cream, Raspberries, Mint, Whipped Cream. Gluten Free. Warning: May not look the best when ordered to go, still super tasty!$13.95Ice Cream Sandwich
Vanilla Ice Cream, Almond Wafers, Chocolate Sauce, Strawberries, Walnuts, Whipped Cream$13.95Lemon bars
Meyer Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust, Torched Meringue and Fresh Raspberries$13.95Olallieberry Cobbler
Vanilla Ice Cream, Mint, Raspberries, Powdered Sugar$13.95Tiramisu Cup
Lady Fingers Dipped in Espresso, Marscarpone Cheese, Kahlua, Amaretto. Warning: When ordered to go, presentation may not look nice, but still very tasty!$13.95
Kids
Kids Burger
1/4 lb Angus Cheddar Cheeseburger served with French fries.$14.95Kids Grilled Chicken
Citrus Marinated Chicken Breast, Grilled over Almond Wood, Served with Green Beans, and Roasted Red Potatoes$14.95Kids Pasta
Penne Pasta with choice of butter and cheese or marinara$14.95Kids Quesadilla
Cheese Only Quesadilla, Served with Sliced Strawberries$14.95Kids Ribs
3 Almond Wood Smoked BBQ Pork Ribs, Served with French Fries$14.95Kids Salmon
Almond Wood Grilled Salmon Filet, Served with Broccolini$14.95
Sides Ala Carte
French Fries
$10.95Horseradish-Poppy Seed Coleslaw
$9.95Spicy Broccolini
Broccolini Tossed in Herb Butter, Topped with Garlic Breadcrumbs and Red Pepper Flakes$12.95Sweet Potato Fries
$11.95Asiago Whipped Potatoes
Russet Potatoes, Cream, Asiago Cheese$10.95Roasted Sweet Potato
Whole Roasted Sweet Potato, Served with Walnut, Blue Cheese Cream Sauce$12.95Fire Roasted Asparagus
Asparagus, served with Lemon Beurre Blanc$14.95
All hours
| Sunday | 11:45 am - 7:30 pm |
| Monday | 11:45 am - 7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:45 am - 7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:45 am - 7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:45 am - 7:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:45 am - 8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:45 am - 8:30 pm |
Restaurant info
One of the 10 best restaurants in Carmel, Rio Grill is Carmel dining that turns up the flavor with a southwestern flair, serving fresh local Californian eats while impressing food critics and foodies alike. Earning distinguished culinary awards for downtown Carmel restaurants, Rio Grill has been part of the local restaurants for 36 years. Welcome to creative American food at its best with a full bar, great wine and impeccable service.
Location
101 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel, CA 93923
