About this vendor
WELCOME to RIO GRILL!
For more than 30 years, Rio Grill has delighted locals and first-time visitors with outstanding food and exceptional service at The Crossroads Carmel. It’s a fitting name too as this iconic restaurant is located at the gateway to the rural wine country of Carmel Valley, the rugged coastline of Big Sur, and the white sandy beaches of charming Carmel by the Sea.
In short, Rio Grill’s versatilty can meet your celebration needs in a variety of surprising ways. We provide several distinct options for your special event, all geared toward delivering a remarkable experience on your special day. We take a collaborative approach, with our kitchen team and event managers working in concert to design menus perfectly paired with wines, cocktails and just the right ambiance. With 30 years of experience, we have what it takes to make your day special. Let’s create memories for a lifetime! Rio Grill and you — the other perfect couple!
Our Space - Get married on Carmel Beach and host your reception in Rio’s famed Santa Fe Room, a private venue with its own bar. Kick off a wine country wedding with a rehearsal party in the Barrel Room, featuring a barrel-themed ceiling and vintage oak wine cases. Or turn Rio into your own private restaurant for up to 350 of your best friends— it’s all here waiting for you!
Santa Fe Room - This private section of Rio Grill features exposed beam ceilings and a built in bar! This beautiful space can seat up to 55 or standing receptions of up to 80. Combine with the Barrel Room for groups up to 120.
Barrel Room - This unique space features a barrel themed ceiling and vintage oak wine cases! It can seat up to 30 or standing receptions up to 45 and can be combined with the Santa Fe Room.
Services
We offer event planning services and event rentals to ensure your celebration is a success!
Our Food
Executive Chef Eduardo Santos Coronel utilizes fresh, sustainable ingredients and local purveyors to create creative American regional cuisine with vibrant flavors and a Southwest kick. Inventive, eclectic and delicious menus are complemented by an extensive wine list featuring more than 190 labels, available in either of Rio’s beautifully appointed private rooms. Our Event Staff will work with you to create a menu to suit your tastes and budget.
Offsite Catering & Events
Rio Grill can also bring the party to you. We specialize in inventive cuisine served by a courteous and professional staff. As a full-service caterer, we will handle all the details of your event, including location scouting or sourcing particular services like florists, video experts, musicians, even lodging—think of Rio Grill as your personal concierge.
Amenities + details
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Settings
- Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Cakes & Desserts
- Food & Catering
- Service Staff
Reviews
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4.8
out of 5.05 reviews
Rio Grill was one of the few places we could find to accommodate an entirely plant-based and custom menu for a rehearsal dinner. Let’s just say the Chef pulled it all off superbly....
The majority of our guests were not vegan and they were raving about the smoked Impossible meat dish the Chef designed. The salad was also incredible. The Chef served a delicious vegan desert, consisting of a sorbet with fresh berries. A truly amazing experience, in an intimate private room setting, all for a reasonable price. Thank you Rio Grill!
First let me tell you that I was only planning a small wedding, about 20 people. Then I ended up changing my mind about 5 times and ended up with 45 people (which is still small bu...
t the amount of guest for me was perfect!). When I first emailed Rio Grill about the wedding, Heather responded right away and she was on top of everything even when I didn't book them yet. She answered all my emails even if I did email her several times a day! I am so glad that she was the Event Coordinator, she went above and beyond my expectations. The Management team and staff were so helpful, they made sure that everything was perfect and it was. When we were setting up the night before, the Manager came and gave my daughter crayons and some snacks which was very sweet and he worked well with my MOH on making sure everything was taken care of. On my wedding day they were in and out of the room making sure that everything was perfect. The servers were very friendly, professional and did an amazing job with making sure my guest were all taken care of. Overall if you are planning a small wedding for 50 people or less or even a wedding rehearsal dinner, I would definitely recommend them! The food is good, the drinks are amazing and the people working at Rio Grill make the experience well worth it!
The service was amazing at the Rio Grill! I had a few guest with food allergies or other special food needs. After speaking to the event coordinator, Heather, she was able to come...
up with a menu without breaking my budget. The waiters were very friendly and outgoing. The venue has a beautiful set up for the rehearsal dinner and all my guests seemed to enjoy their dinner. I highly recommend this place!
Unfortunately we did not catch the names of the waitresses but they were wonderful, very friendly and outgoing. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. A big thank ...
you to Heather for all her help in setting up the dinner reception. Everything went great.
The Rio Grille was the perfect place to host my rehearsal dinner. Our menu was specially created with the selections of my parents-in-law and the restaurant even printed out indiv...
idual menus with our names on them! They provided a separate room for the hors de ouvres and drinks with a bar as well. The food was amazing as well!
Contact
101 The Crossroads, Carmel, CA
Rio Grill Restaurant