One of the better well kept secrets for lunch and the downtown (Tempe) area. I love coming here and getting a good hamburger.
Dave C.
very dirty place, glass dividers at food line dirty at 11:00am immediately after opening, bathroom mirror, tray return and drink counter dirty. One employee wearing gloves. One employees was observed eating in the prep area with no gloves and handling food after. yuck
Kat V.
The best of everything you are looking for a cafe at the college campus! Sustainable food from their garden - checked Reasonable price - checked Tasty - checked Healthy (not too salty, oily, or sweet) - checked Reduce plastic cup by giving discount for using cafe@rio cup - checked Variety of daily feature menu (from around the world) - checked
Irma Angeles
I am so lucky to find this place. I attended a class for making pizza and I have a wonderful time with my daughter. I highly recommend this place. Thank you so much. Ps I am already sign for the next one: how to make tamales. My daughter is happy to came back too.
Samra Hausey
good service and quick. delicious!
Jeremi Albrizio
They have the best salads
Will Sanchez
Great tuna melt... get it on rye. Good salads...
Heidi C
Best coffee deal in Tempe!
RioSalado
Have an office pizza party! Get 2 lg pizzas, a lg salad, and two 2-liter bottles of soda for only $30. Offer is available from 11-2 throughout December. Place orders by 2 p.m. the day prior.
RioSalado
The Cafe @ Rio will have modified hours for the week of Thanksgiving. Visit for details.
Don't forget the WLG Craft Fair today! (Nov 9, 11a.m.-1p.m.)
RioSalado
Visit for a menu of the Cafe @ Rio's daily specials.
RioSalado
Try one of the cafe's vegetarian options and support the Meatless Monday Movement!
RioSalado
Don't forget the ice cream! The freezer is near the dessert display and includes ice cream sandwiches, Popsicles, and a variety of other frozen favorites. :)
One of the better well kept secrets for lunch and the downtown (Tempe) area. I love coming here and getting a good hamburger.
very dirty place, glass dividers at food line dirty at 11:00am immediately after opening, bathroom mirror, tray return and drink counter dirty. One employee wearing gloves. One employees was observed eating in the prep area with no gloves and handling food after. yuck
The best of everything you are looking for a cafe at the college campus! Sustainable food from their garden - checked Reasonable price - checked Tasty - checked Healthy (not too salty, oily, or sweet) - checked Reduce plastic cup by giving discount for using cafe@rio cup - checked Variety of daily feature menu (from around the world) - checked
I am so lucky to find this place. I attended a class for making pizza and I have a wonderful time with my daughter. I highly recommend this place. Thank you so much. Ps I am already sign for the next one: how to make tamales. My daughter is happy to came back too.
good service and quick. delicious!
They have the best salads
Great tuna melt... get it on rye. Good salads...
Best coffee deal in Tempe!
Have an office pizza party! Get 2 lg pizzas, a lg salad, and two 2-liter bottles of soda for only $30. Offer is available from 11-2 throughout December. Place orders by 2 p.m. the day prior.
The Cafe @ Rio will have modified hours for the week of Thanksgiving. Visit for details.
Restaurantji Recommends
Don't forget the WLG Craft Fair today! (Nov 9, 11a.m.-1p.m.)
Visit for a menu of the Cafe @ Rio's daily specials.
Try one of the cafe's vegetarian options and support the Meatless Monday Movement!
Don't forget the ice cream! The freezer is near the dessert display and includes ice cream sandwiches, Popsicles, and a variety of other frozen favorites. :)
Pizzas are to die for. Great fresh ingredients.