Small Mexican restaurant tucked away in a shopping plaza! I love hidden gems like this, the food is…read moreusually delicious and this place matched up. I ordered a steak and carnitas burrito, that joint was huge and full of flavors. I preformed a magic trick and my burrito disappeared (in my belly) within a few minutes. I couldn't resist! Food was great!

Every time we order on Tuesday they short us 4-7 tacos. We order 20 tacos which are packaged 5 to a…read morebatch. When unwrapping to eat we find that we are always missing 1 or 2 from each batch. At first we thought maybe this was a mistake due to it being so busy on Tuesday but This has happened 3 separate times or 3 separate orders under 3 different names. Food is tasty but don't jipp your loyal customers

Great authentic mexican food, good portions & prices. The mercado is also excellent.read more

Heads up everyone! Germo-phobic's please avoid this place. :)…read more I am a big fan of this place. I was craving for Mexican food & my manager had suggested this place so went there. The best tacos in town I love their chicken chimichangas. The portion are of decent size for the price you pay. I call them as hotel version of the Taco Truck(It's a Mexican food truck). It also has the grocery store to buy Mexican groceries. My fav Jaritos you get all flavors & sometimes even big bottles. I buy fresh cilantro (Please wash them). I consider them to be the authentic mexican place in Cedar rapids.

Stopped in for lunch, menu had some depth, but mostly classical Mexican dishes with lots of…read morecustomization options and most importantly lots of veggie and low carb options. I went with the grilled shrimp salad, and it was the right size with good quality.

Great dishes and fast service. Date night stop before going to the movies. Also the inside decor…read morewas lovely!

This place is amazing! Best tacos I've had in Cedar Rapids and I've had a LOT. The prices are…read moreamazing! I absolutely love the taco Ramirez which is only $1 on Tuesdays!! The avocado salsa is awesome and their queso is my absolute favorite. Service can take a bit at times as it is a small business but the employees, especially at this location are so kind!! Many of them recognize me when I come in as I go here often and they always treat me very well! It's a must try in Cedar Rapids!

Best tacos we have had since moving to Iowa. 10/10 recommend! The service was excellent. Very…read morefriendly staff.

Gym girl approved. Bulk season certified. Cardio optional…read more Listen. If you're counting macros... maybe don't open MyFitnessPal before reading this. Because Rio Burritos said: Protein? Yes. Cheese? Also yes. Portion control? Absolutely not. And honestly? Respect. The Birria Tacos (aka post-workout happiness) These tacos are CRISPY. Like audible crunch. Golden, juicy, stuffed with slow-cooked beef that tastes like it's been marinating in flavor since 1997. And the consommé??? You dip it and suddenly you understand why people fall in love too fast. Served with: Mexican rice (carb loading but make it elite) Refried beans with melted cheese (fiber... we're calling it balance) A lime wedge for aesthetic health Would I eat this after leg day? Yes. Would I eat this before leg day? Also yes. The Smothered Burrito (aka the villain arc meal) It comes out sizzling like it's announcing its presence. Completely drowned in melted cheese. Sauce everywhere. Zero shame. You cut into it and it's just layers of juicy meat, sauce, and chaos. This is not a "cute little lunch." This is a "cancel your plans and commit" situation. Foodie Influencer Notes: Portions are HUGE (shareable but do you really want to?) Flavor is bold, rich, and comforting Not watered down, not bland, not pretending to be healthy This is real, messy, satisfying food Gym Girl Verdict: Is it high protein? Yes. Is it high calorie? Also yes. Is life about balance? Absolutely. You can meal prep chicken and rice all week... but sometimes you need birria dipped in consommé while telling yourself "this is for muscle growth." Final Rating: 9/10 - would absolutely earn this on the StairMaster again.

I have heard good things about this place so I wanted to give it a try. The place is very roomy,…read morealmost felt like I was in a school cafeteria. So, if you have a group I am sure they can accommodate. The margarita tasted a little like Mt Dew, so I guess you would say on the sweeter side. The chips were good tasted home made, and the salsa was also good, I have had better for my personal taste but it was still yummy. We had a chicken con polo (sp?) and it was good, again not our favorite in the area but still delicious and a generous portion. Staff was pleasant and I believe a manager or owner stopped by to see how we were doing which I felt was a nice touch. Good place to visit but not our regular Taco Tuesday venue.

I can't believe there could be an improvement on our last visit but this place continues to amaze…read moreme. Friday night, $6.99 jumbo margaritas and fantastic service. You can't get steak fajitas for better than this $13.50. Enough for two meals and superb side items. We love this place!!!

I only had the opportunity to visit this place one time so my review may go up if I get a chance to…read morecome back. It appears this place is an order at the counter but they were more than willing to come to the table where we were sitting to help us out. There are several tables in the front but it is not for large groups. Wonderful friendly service. The margaritas were very good and we enjoyed the chips and salsa. I had a few different kinds of tacos which were good. Definitely a must try if you are in the area.

Not a fancy place, but it's been around a long time. The…read morefood is absolutely freshly made and the taste is wonderful. I generally stick with the burritos and have never, ever been let down. Service is quick and efficient.

First visit--and definitely not the last! We're so glad we gave this Mexican spot a try. The food…read morewas delicious, and the service was warm and welcoming. If you're craving authentic Mexican flavors at great prices, this no-frills, family-run restaurant is the place to go. The owner was very friendly and shared that she took over about six months ago but kept the same menu, staff, and cozy atmosphere. She also mentioned they recently added a breakfast burrito that's become a hit--perfect for a quick brunch while running errands. The dessert options looked amazing, though we didn't try them this time. What we ordered: * I had the caldo de res soup, served with five small tortillas, dried chilies, fresh cilantro, and onions. The broth was flavorful, and the meat was tender--such a comforting dish for a chilly day. * My husband went for the Rancheros burrito (steak and jalapeños) topped with queso sauce. It came out piping hot, and he loved it! The jalapeños had a marinated kick that added extra depth. * We also tried two jalapeño and cheese tamales. Portions were generous, and we even saved one tamale and the tortillas for another small meal at home. We noticed several other guests ordering menudo, so that's definitely on our list for next time!

Their cevicehe was taste less and had CARROTS, who putts carrots in that man…read more They had pretty good biriha but their customer service was fucking awful. There were people waiting to sit for 7min while the restaurants was empty. We waited 10 min for a fucking boxes and a check. The look of the place was pretty good but that was it

Fresh food, generous portions (mine was enough for multiple meals), would definitely come back as…read morelong as I am not in a rush since it took us about 1.5 hours to have lunch on a slow day. I recommend the Mexi Cali Omelet.