Our Menu
Fresh ingredients, bold Southwest flavors. Every dish at Cafe Rio is crafted daily with quality you can taste — from our signature burritos to hearty bowls.
Starters & Sides
Begin your meal with our fresh, hand-crafted starters — perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
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Classic Guacamole
Creamy avocado mashed with fresh lime juice, cilantro, red onion, and a pinch of jalapeño heat.
Creamy Queso Dip
Warm, velvety cheese dip blended with roasted green chiles, served with a side of warm tortilla chips.
Signature Burritos
Our famous burritos — overstuffed with your choice of protein, rice, beans, and fresh toppings, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
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Slow-Roasted Pork Burrito
Tender pork carnitas slow-cooked for 8 hours with citrus and spices, wrapped with cilantro lime rice and black beans.
Grilled Chicken Burrito
Marinated grilled chicken breast with fire-roasted peppers, sour cream, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.
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Garden Veggie Burrito
Sautéed seasonal vegetables, roasted corn, black beans, cilantro lime rice, and fresh avocado in a whole wheat tortilla.
Fresh Bowls
All the flavors of our burritos, deconstructed into satisfying, customizable bowls — the caferio way to eat fresh.
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Barbacoa Beef Bowl
Slow-braised beef barbacoa with cilantro lime rice, pinto beans, fresh pico, cotija cheese, and chipotle sauce.
Chicken Tinga Bowl
Smoky chipotle chicken tinga with Spanish rice, black beans, pickled jalapeños, shredded lettuce, and crema.
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Southwest Veggie Bowl
Roasted sweet potato, charred corn, black beans, avocado, crispy tortilla strips, and our zesty lime vinaigrette.
Street Tacos
Double corn tortillas, generous fillings, and toppings that bring the flavors of authentic street food right to Glendale.
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Carne Asada Tacos (2 pcs)
Grilled skirt steak on double corn tortillas, topped with diced onion, fresh cilantro, salsa verde, and lime.
Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos (2 pcs)
Seasoned grilled shrimp with zesty cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo, avocado crema, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
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Crispy Cauliflower Tacos (2 pcs)
Beer-battered cauliflower florets with pickled red cabbage, mango salsa, jalapeño, and fresh herb sauce.
Fresh Salads
Big, bold salads made with crisp greens, wholesome proteins, and house-made dressings — fresh from our kitchen daily.
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Rio Grande Tostada Salad
Crispy tostada shell filled with grilled chicken, mixed greens, pico de gallo, cotija cheese, and chipotle ranch.
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Southwest Chopped Salad
Romaine, charred corn, black beans, roasted peppers, pepitas, tortilla strips, and our signature citrus dressing.
Barbacoa Power Salad
Slow-braised barbacoa over baby spinach with quinoa, roasted sweet potato, pepitas, pickled onion, and lime dressing.
Drinks & Agua Frescas
Refresh with our house-made agua frescas, specialty beverages, and craft sodas — the perfect pairing for any meal.
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Hibiscus Agua Fresca
Refreshing house-made hibiscus flower drink lightly sweetened with cane sugar. Served over ice.
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Mango Lime Fresca
Sweet mango purée blended with fresh lime juice and sparkling water. A tropical crowd favorite.
Classic Horchata
Traditional Mexican rice milk with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. Creamy, cool, and utterly satisfying.
Southwest Cold Brew
Slow-steeped 24-hour cold brew coffee with a splash of oat milk and a dusting of Mexican cinnamon.