FROM THE GRILL

The latest from Rio Grill — seasonal specials, events, and stories from the kitchen. Reserve your table and see what's on the current menu. Hosting a group? Explore our private dining rooms. Or join us for weekend brunch and daily happy hour.

June 25, 2025

Vacation Mode: Rio Grill Flavors Worth the Trip

School’s out, the bags are packed, and the open road is calling. Whether you’re driving up the coast, exploring Carmel-by-the-Sea, or enjoying a staycation, one thing’s for...

June 18, 2025

Savor the Season: Bright Flavors and California Sunshine

As daylight stretches into golden hour and Carmel’s coastal breeze carries the scent of summer, there’s no better time to embrace fresh, colorful, and flavor-packed cuisine. At...

June 11, 2025

Raise a Glass (and a Fork) to Dad: Bold Bites & Big Flavor for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to honor Dad than with a meal that’s as bold and unforgettable as he is. Whether he’s a fan of a perfectly...

April 25, 2025

Spring Flavors for the Whole Family

There’s something about spring that brings families together—longer days, warmer evenings, and the perfect excuse to enjoy a delicious meal without lifting a finger in the...

December 6, 2022

Rio Grill's Resolution Run 2023

A special thanks to everyone who participated in the Rio Resolution Run in January of 2022. As the interest has been nominal since COVID we will not be running the event in...

April 14, 2022

Join Us for The Carmel Art Festival

The Carmel Art Festival has not happened for the past two years because of the pandemic. But it is coming back this year for its 27th annual celebration, as usual, after the...

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