Cafe Rio Mexican Grill

Best marinated sweet pulled pork! You can choose to have the pork on any of their items such as tacos, burritos, etc. Don't forget about Taco Tuesday for discounted tacos! The tacos are large. I only need 2 tacos to fill me up. Other places I need 3 or 4 tacos. I also like the salad with no rice and no beans because they alter the flavor profile of the sweet pork in the salad.

On 02/08/19 At around 8:30 pm I was casually enjoying myself while eating with my girlfriend. Two Costa Mesa officers walked in and one proceeded to become upset with one of the employees. The employee did nothing to spite the officer. As I watched it all play out, the officer proclaimed that he wanted to speak to the manager. He called the worker lazy and expressed his wishes to have him fired. This male worker was doing nothing wrong and had a great attitude about it the entire time. Shame on this officer’s disgusting and disrespectful attitude. I come here often and have never had a problem with the employees’ work ethic. I feel sorry for this worker and will not stand for unnecessary officer hostility.

This place is great for healthy options. They don't get upset when you modify which is great if your dieting. Another plus is that they are pro law enforcement and fire.

5 stars. I'm going to keep it short and simple. If you come here during peak dinner time there will be a line...but it is worth it. Fresh (made in front of you) tortillas and nice big servings. I am partial to the Quesadilla but my gf loves their salads too. People working there are a little iffy sometimes, but overall the food makes it well worth it. 2 thumbs up.