I have been off my computer for a few weeks due to my daughter Jessica and JJ coming to visit and we are just finishing up moving. This review actually took place a few weeks ago and I am just getting around to posting it.
Cafe Rio is located at 471 E Saint George Blvd, St. George, UT 84770. Cafe Rio serves Mexican style food.
Cafe Rio is one of those places that I didn't really want to go to. When I eat Mexican food, I want it to bite back with a vengeance. However, I decided to venture in and see what they had to offer.
Cafe Rio is a a family oriented place that is full of energy. You can feel the energy as soon as you enter the restaurant. The food is served cafeteria style. You won't be disappointed by the portions you get. I did find it hard to hear what they were asking when it came to what kind of beans and such I wanted. Thats because it is loud in there, but not in a bad way. You can tell they are enjoying their job and its nice to see a place that lets the employees have fun while doing their job. On this trip to Cafe Rio's I brought along my daughter, my grandson, my pastor and his wife. I ordered the special of the day which was the Chicken Tamale. This selection came with my choice with black or pinto beans, rice, You can also have your choice of meats. I even had enough to take home. Like I said, the portions are huge, so come hungry. I was hoping there would be more heat to this burrito. But over all it was very good.
Jessica and JJ had the Pork Barbacoa and her exact words was when asked if she was happy with it, she said heck yeah. The Pork Barbacoa is loaded with pork, rice, cheese, sour cream, green sauce and black beans. JJ was very happy with sharing with everyone. Ruth ordered a Grilled Chicken Quesadilla. When you order this you get your choice of meats, lettuce, Pico DE Gallo, guacamole, fresh hand made tortilla. This was something I could see myself eating. It looked good and the tortilla was grilled to perfection. It was crunchy, but not so much so it would crumble. She would order this again.
I can't remember what Dean had ordered. But he was very happy with it all. This was their first time coming here and they looked forward to trying it.
Sandie's Rating System:
Product Quality- Very Good
Price- Moderate
Location- 471 E Saint George Blvd, St. George
Service- Very Good
Speed– Fast
Cleanliness- Good
Atmosphere- Fun and Energetic
Final Thought: Everything was really nice when we went there. We ate outside and I was happy that the lady cleaning tables helped us with the high chair for JJ. The only negative thing I would say would be that they should have garbage cans outside. Its a pain to have to dump your stuff inside when you have your hands full.
