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El Rio Grande


El Rio Grande
160 E 38th St
New York City, NY 10016-2651
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#2,137 of 6,756 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: American, Southwestern, Mexican
  • Price range*: $21-$35
  • Address: 160 E 38th St, New York City, NY 10016-2651
  • Phone:  (212) 867-0922
  • Fax:  212-949-4097
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3 of 5 stars
AisleSeatPlease 4 contributions
Boston, MA
Jan 1, 2009

Went here as it was handy to our hotel. The restaurant is large in size with two bars. They had a nice outdoor area, but we were there in cold weather. We were seated quickly, even though the restaurant was fairly busy. Chips and salsa were good, especially the fresh salsas. Our main course was nothing special, but OK. Service... more

“Great food and service make this worth the trip! Very strong margaritas!”
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5 of 5 stars
lip89 366 contributions
Boston, Massachusetts
Dec 14, 2008

On a recent visit to the city my wife took me here and loves the place! It sits in a lower level floor of an office/apartment building and is pretty large inside. The staff is very friendly and accomodating. They assist with seats and help with the menu and they are very quick on their feet. The menu is a... more

“Average food. Over...”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 24, 2008

Average food. Over priced margaritas. Long Wait. STRICT bounce for a restaurant. more

“I've just never been...”
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 2, 2008

I've just never been crazy about this place. I thought the food was just ok. Then recently two friends both got sick after eating here - so I doubt I'll ever be going back for the food. Maybe just for the margaritas. more

“Potent margaritas and...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 4, 2007

Potent margaritas and top knotch gaucamole. Best happy hour place during summer months. more

“Best Brunch”
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4 of 5 stars
CountryGirlintheCity 2 contributions
NYC!!
Feb 17, 2007

I love Mexican food, especially brunch. I have had mexican brunch in many places all over Manhattan and Brooklyn and El Rio Grande is my favorite. Its not cheap but they give you a TON for your money. I highly recommend the Huevos Rancheros! I used to live less than 2 blocks from this place, boy do I miss it! more

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El Rio Grande Address

160 E 38th St, New York City, NY 10016-2651
Tel: (212) 867-0922 Fax: 212-949-4097
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.