The Dalles, Oregon

Every dish carries the warmth of a table set with love

At Rio Grande Restaurant, we honor the traditions of Mexican cooking with ingredients chosen with care and recipes passed through generations — each plate is an invitation to gather.

Family Recipes

Passed down with care

Fresh Ingredients

Quality you can taste

Made with Love

Every single plate

Community Favorite

Loved by neighbors

A warm kitchen scene at Rio Grande Restaurant with fresh ingredients and traditional cooking tools
Our Story

A tradition of flavor, built on family and fire

Rio Grande Restaurant was born from a simple conviction: that the best meals are the ones made with honest ingredients and prepared the way they always have been. Our kitchen follows recipes that have traveled through generations, each one carrying the memory of family gatherings and shared laughter.

Located on East 3rd Street in The Dalles, we have become a gathering place for neighbors who value real flavor — the kind that comes from slow-cooking, hand-pressing tortillas, and seasoning every dish with the kind of care that only comes from love.

Handmade Daily

Tortillas, salsas, and more made fresh every morning

Always Fresh

Locally sourced produce and premium proteins

"The kind of restaurant where you leave feeling like you just had dinner at someone's home — warm, generous, and unforgettable."
A valued guest
Come Dine With Us

Visit Rio Grande

We'd love to welcome you. Stop by for a meal, give us a call, or send us a message.

Location

728 E 3rd St
The Dalles, OR 97058-2508

Phone

Give us a call to place an order or make a reservation.

(541) 769-0898

Email

Have a question or want to plan a private event?

riograndetaqueria@gmail.com

Hours

Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Your table is waiting

Come experience the flavors that have made Rio Grande a cornerstone of The Dalles dining.

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