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Cafe Rio, Incorporated

131 Esplanade, Aptos, CA 95003 Get directions Cross Streets: Between Moosehead Dr and Aptos Beach Dr
36.969589 -121.905787
About:Cafe Rio specializes in the freshest seafood and also prides itself on its caring staff. "Our ultimate goal is to provide a wonderful dining experience for our customers."Jeffrey Briggs the chef (former chef of the Nut Tree in Vacaville) loves to be challenged: "If you have a special request--and we have the ingredients--we may be able to make it for you." Cafe Rio has outside patio dining and dogs and your canine companion is welcome! Steps away from Cafe Rio is one of the most enchanting sunsets in the world. After dining, take a romantic beach walk or if you are with the kids have some fun playing on beach. Either way, we hope to see you for a Cafe Rio experience and we especially look forward to meeting you! We have weekly specials and monthly special events and we would also love to cater your special event onsite or offsite..please go to the website to see what is happening this week...cafe-rio.com
Hours:Monday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Tuesday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Wednesday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Thursday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Friday 3:00 PM - 02:00 AM, Saturday 12:30 PM - 02:00 AM, Sunday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM - Happy Hour Daily in lounge 3 to close
Categories:Seafood Restaurants, Alcoholic Beverages
Parking:Lot
Payment:Visa, MasterCard, Discover
Miscellaneous Phone Numbers:831-419-7783
Specialities:Sand Dabs daily and All you can eat Pork Ribs Weds
Associations:Pajarro Chamber of Commerce
Products and Services:Meat, Seafood, Vegetarian & Full Bar
Year Established:1973
Ambiance:Casual, Family Friendly, Romantic
Feature:Bar, Brunch, Catering, Dancing, Entertainment, Great Wine List, Happy Hour, Healthy Options, Late Night, Outdoor Seating, Take Out, View
Reservations Policy:Suggested
Dress Code:Casual to dressing
Price:$10 - $20
Other Contact Info:Fax: 831-688-8908
Email: reservationcaferio@yahoo.com
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  1. User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    by IrisI
    10/23/2009
    We recently visited this restaurant with my parents from Germany and we had an excellent time at Cafe Rio.
    We have been there a couple times before and my husband usually orders their 1/2 lb Angus cheeseburger. My mom did the same and both were very happy with their choice. The presentation, the amount of food and the flavor all were great. My father and I ordered the fish tacos. Really good, and my father is somewhat of a fish expert since he lives right on the coast in Germany. My 2 yr old daughter enjoyed french fries, some of the burger and a nice bowl of strawberries, specially made for her.
    The staff was really friendly and attentive and we felt very welcome there, even with my toddler.
    I recommend you stop in for a good meal. The location right by the beach is perfect.
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  2. User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    by Chelsea
    10/07/2009
    The menu provides classic seafood dishes but also has variety in their specials and lunch/brunch menus. I loved the friendly service, very professional. The best was of course, the FOOD! MMM. Salmon for me, filet for my husband, can I go back tonight?? :) I recommend it to those visiting a 30mile radius to Aptos!
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  3. User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    by db
    10/07/2009
    We were taking a leisurely Sunday morning stroll on the beach and decided to stop into have some brunch at Cafe Rio. It was a gorgeous day and so we sat outside to enjoy the ocean view. We were seated quickly and were able to order within minutes of our arrival, even though a huge party seemed to be arriving at the same time as we did. I ordered the eggs benedict and my wife ordered the spinach/portabella mushroom omelet. Let me tell you that I don't think I have ever had a better eggs benedict in my 49 years. The eggs were perfect, the sauce rich and creamy and it had perfectly ripened tomatoes. My wife loved her omelet as well and said she had to finish it even though it was huge and she was full, because it was so good. We are making Cafe Rio a Sunday morning tradition from now on!
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