Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill

4.3

1155 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Welcome to Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill, the Best of Mexico in the heart of Palm Springs. Chef Ernesto’s family-Inspired award winning authentic Mexican cuisine is handcrafted with the best ingredients and served in a vibrant space to enhance your dining experience. You’ll be charmed by the colorful and deliciously vibrant atmosphere and wowed by the culinary creation of Chef Ernesto’s cuisine. It is a magical combination of delicious fresh and flavorful ingredients with a philosophy of slow food preparation where everything is made to order. As a result you have a dining experience that excites and delights your senses. The place to be for Mexican food where food speaks to your palate. Voted “Best Mexican Restaurant and Best Margarita by Palm Springs Magazine.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Sun 11:00–21:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00
Phone number
(760) 537-1900
Website
http://www.rioazulpalmsprings.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering Menu is available which also includes Party Platters to Go.
Private party facilities
The main dining room is available for groups and private dining up to 80 people. New outside patio can seat 48 people.
Private party contact
Daniela Saenz: (760) 992-5641

Location
350 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262
Area
Palm Springs
Cross Street
Baristo
Parking details
Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the restaurant, in front of the restaurant on Indian Canyon Drive or in the parking garage across the street off Baristo.
Public transit
Located on Indian Canyon Drive.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,155 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4Ambience
4Value

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1,155 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Restaurant is closed. OpenTable let me make a reservation and I showed up and the business has been closed for a very long time. Like gone.
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Fabulous
Palm Springs
121 reviews
1.0
121 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had made a reservation for Father's Day, which was confirmed by a text message the day prior. However, when we arrived at the restaurant, it was empty and dark. There was no posted note or explanation as to why they were closed on the door. No one answered a call to the restaurant, but a voice message relayed the information that they are only closed on Monday and open on Sunday. Needless to say, we were greatly disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 3 June 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was average, service was lacking and we were only ones in restaurant
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 26 May 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I’ve been to Rio Azul numerous times. Even twice in a row nights on my bachelor party back in 2019. Tonight pales in comparison to past experience. We were not approached for 20 minutes (literally). We ordered everything at once just because we didn’t want it to take any longer. We ordered 2 margaritas and a modelo draft. We got overly sweet and sour margaritas which I couldn’t taste any tequila and a bottled modelo. When the drinks were done we were never asked if we wanted another round (which we would’ve ordered beers instead). While waiting a very long time for a table touch or even our check we saw a table of 3 gentlemen get up and leave because they hadn’t been served except for chips and water. I had to ask the hostess if she could flag down my waitress because we wanted to lay and leave. The food wasn’t special like I remember. Just meh. Our reservation was at 7 and we didn’t leave until 845. Again, we only had 1 round of drinks. It was a disappointment and it used to be good. We always thought their food was better than Las Casuelas done the street. Maybe but anymore.
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Seahusky
Palm Springs
148 reviews
4.0
148 reviews
Dined on 19 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
had a nice visit and a good meal, two larger groups there so it was a little loud and noisy. special order done perfectly
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Bruno
Los Angeles
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 5 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and attentive service. The dining room is fun and festive.
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Scottp
Los Angeles
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on 3 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a joy to share dinner with family and friends at Rio Azul! Our favorite spot for Mexican specialties in the valley! Great food, drinks and service, as well as a great value for the wallet! Dani and the crew always make us feel special.
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Spanky
Palm Springs
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on 12 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. Always excellent! It has been a go to place for several years. Albondigas soup the best I have ever had.
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NWSkier
Palm Springs
68 reviews
vip
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on 5 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rio Azul has some of the best Mexican food in the valley! The Poblano soup is the best I've ever enjoyed.
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tonym
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 30 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant. Great staff, food and service. Friendly and comfortable
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FAQs

Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 537-1900.

Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill is rated 4.3 stars by 1155 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill

350 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Baristo
Area
Palm Springs
Hours of Operation
Sun 11:00–21:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the restaurant, in front of the restaurant on Indian Canyon Drive or in the parking garage across the street off Baristo.
Public transit
Located on Indian Canyon Drive.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rioazulpalmsprings.com/
Phone number
(760) 537-1900
Catering
Catering Menu is available which also includes Party Platters to Go.
Private party facilities
The main dining room is available for groups and private dining up to 80 people. New outside patio can seat 48 people.
Private party contact
Daniela Saenz: (760) 992-5641

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