El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

Excellent quality and service. I have been to 20+ Mexican restaurants and this place is top 2.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Been coming here since it opened. It seems to get better every time. Staff are friendly and accommodating.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had a fantastic dinner Sunday (Oct 26, 2025) at El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant in Newport. We ordered the chicken fajitas and added pineapple and they were sizzling hot, perfectly seasoned, and served with fresh sides that complemented the dish beautifully. To pair with the meal, I enjoyed a tall cold Dos Equis Amber, which added a smooth, rich touch to the evening. My wife and I split an order and even hade some to take home for later. Love their chips and salsa!
The service was excellent, friendly, attentive, and quick without being rushed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with colorful decor and a lively vibe that made the experience even better. Portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh and authentic.
Whether you're craving classic Mexican fare or just looking for a great spot to unwind and watch the Bengals loose another game by one point with good food and drinks, Rio Grande is a solid choice. I have been to quite a few restaurants in the Northern KY area, and this is my favorite Mexican restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was really good. Portions are huge!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best Mexican in NKY with fast service and big servings for the price.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love this place!! They have the best Mexican food to me in Cincinnati/Kentucky ever. I lived in California. So this is the best when it comes to authentic food. Their meats be seasoned. Steak/Chicken fajitas. Yummy 😋

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best around. It’s not even close.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Chicken Fajitas

Great food and good staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always good atmosphere and wonderful waitresses and food is great 👍🏻

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best tacos

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was great but our sever was the worst...... that's the first time i didn't leave a tip.. she didn't deserve one.. we literally had to stop another sever to go get ours that's sad 😔 I don't know if I'll return maybe get it to go

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Chicken Fajitas, Steak Fajitas, Cheese Dip

Vary delicious.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Great food and loving service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love Rio Grande, great food and fast service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5