Rio Grill

Our Carmel by the Sea Restaurant is the winner of numerous reader’s choice awards and is a permanent fixture on the downtown Carmel restaurants scene. Aperennial top restaurant in Carmel, Rio Grill is located at the gateway to one of the world’s most celebrated coast-hugging drives — Highway 1. Serving local, fresh eats with a Californian Southwestern Restaurant flair, our wonderfully unpredictable flavors have earned us distinguished culinary awards, steadfast customers, and 'best Carmel restaurant' honors alike. We’re on a first name basis with many customers and enjoy our “go-to” status for lunch in Carmel, birthdays, and special occasions. Visit Rio Grill Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea where dining in Carmel has never been better.