1. The staff's level of attention and service is great 2. The food is amazing. The chef really knows how to tend to each entree. 3. The ambiance was nice. Great place to celebrate a birthday or come out on a date. People were laughing and enjoying life through great food. read more

I came in tonight , a Friday evening,to have dinner with my husband . We had been wanting to try this spot for a while and it did not disappoint. It wasn't overly busy but most tables were full .We were greeted by Emmanuel and sat down quickly . We started with some delicious Cuban empanadas . My husband ordered the Entraña Plate and it arrived on a wooden cutting board, and he kept raving about how every bite was absolutely delicious. I ordered the Picahna plate and also enjoyed my food . We are coming back to try the all you can eat , the party next to us ordered it and it looked delicious. The ambience was pleasant overall. read more

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Food in here was amazing.!!!Ambience is really cool server's are Duda great job under the circumstances.. but management needs to step it up and hiring more people because it took forever for us to get an extra plates, napkins and the bill. read more

One of my Top Favorite Food Spots in the AV. Great Service. Great Ambiance. Compliments to Edith & The Tall Gentleman. read more

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The food here was delicious! My family and I came in on weekday night and as soon as we walked in we were greeted and seated immediately. Our waiter was friendly and accommodating, he also had someone else to help as we were a bigger party 8 of us in all he was also friendly and helpful as well. Love the decor felt classy, romantic yet easy going. We got our order pretty quickly, the steak was cooked how I requested and the portions were just enough to my liking. They have a great variety of dishes on the menu and drinks on the menu as well. I def would recommend this place especially if you're wanting to take someone on a date or have dinner with friends. read more

Holy cow!!! It took us about 8 years since being out here to FINALLY try this place out, let me just say YUM! The food is mouthwatering! The dessert is delicious and authentic. The meats are delicious. We tried a few different dishes. The service was excellent! I didn't catch her name, but she was great! We went for lunch so it wasn't busy but the music was a great choice too. We had fun and our tummies were full. Will definitely be returning soon. read more

This is the best food in Lancaster.........the quality of the food & service is excellent. You HAVE to get the Entrana plate for your first time. Beautiful presentation and the empanadas are also perfect. Bonus you could buy their chimichurri to go in large containers . 10/10 read more

Had dinner here 6/6/26 First time here empanadas chicken, beef & jalapeño was very good food was very good going to come back .

Today was V-Day 2026.. they were busy !! Yet, they still made time for people wants and needs ... please, if you are ever in Lancaster, and on Lancaster Blvd., go to RIO... read more

This is by far the best restaurant in the Antelope Valley, Edith Brenda and Steven gave us the best service we could've hoped for. This is officially our once per week dinner restaurant. The Rio is "Certified" Also great drinks. read more

My husband and I plus most of our friends LOVE this restaurant. The food is prepared so perfectly and the presentation is also excellent. The wait staff and bartender are extremely helpful, attentive, and more professional than most local eateries. We were so impressed with the flavors that are original, unique, and delicious! I highly recommend for special occasions or date night. read more

The salchipapa made the trip worth. The salsa rosada that comes with it definitely enhances the plate. The empanadas did not have a good flavor, and for a $5/each it feels overpriced. These are the most expensive empanadas I've had and disappointed. Service was ok, could be better attitude, maybe because it was just one person running the floor. read more

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I was there yesterday the food was Exelent we tried different kid of meat service was phenomenal I recommend this place the whole family was happy we really enjoyed the food read more

Best place ever. Loved the customer service and the service of the all the food that came out to the table. This place was the best ever and the meat and all the food was great. read more

My wife and I have eaten here in person and gotten take out on multiple occasions, we were very pleased with the delicious food and friendly customer service. I would definitely recommend Rio Brazilian Grill, food seasoned to perfection! read more

Came here last night with my fiancé for the first time and was blown away. The menu selection is insane and they have something for everyone! We tried the entrana, skirt steak, per our server's recommendation and it did not disappoint. We also tried two different types of empanadas, the pao de queijo, and the Cuban sandwich. Everything was really delicious and reasonably priced. We will visit again soon! read more

The food was absolutely delicious. We used the GroupOn deal and the meats came in courses, then servers asked if you wanted anymore of anything. Be ready to eat! Edith our server was very honest and gracious, I would definitely come back just to be assisted by her. We came on a Mon/Tues evening, it was barely anyone there, so I definitely loved it; not an overwhelming atmosphere. read more

Went there for the dinner it was my first time experience Brazilian bbq at lancaster i was kinda excited but server was great he did what he gotta do but the food was terrible. They over cooked all the meats. So sad... read more

Rio - All the meats are over cooked like hockey puck - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

Did not disclose mandatory tip before dining here. We split the bill two ways and they still charged an extra 18 percent on both bills. Food was over salted and overpriced too. Might as well have drove to LA to spend the same amount of money for a lot better quality food. We will not be dining here again due to the mandatory tips and the low quality food for expensive price. The receipt we signed at the end still had the audacity to ask for even more tips. They did not deserve more tips due to this terrible tipping practice. Message to restaurant: PROPERLY PAY YOUR EMPLOYEES. I am not responsible for their paychecks. Tips should not be the majority of their wages, the owner of this establishment must pay their employees more and end the hidden mandatory tips!! read more

Rio - SVCS fee. This was not disclosed prior to dining. It is my understanding this practice is very illegal. - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

I've been here quite a few times and never been disappointed. Everything is well seasoned, flavorful, and fresh. The mofongo, saltado, aguadito, and arroz con pollo are favorites. As a mostly chicken eater, I really appreciate that they know how to season and cook chicken breast and thigh for the best texture and flavor. My meal companions have said only good things about the other meats as well. The aji sauce is so spicy and good. Entrees are VERY reasonably priced and generously portioned. I always have leftovers to take home. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Also, despite the name, it's not just Brazilian foods. They have Peruvian, Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican and more. Maybe some will be intimidated by the size of the menu and variety of dishes, but they shouldn't be. The staff is always great answering any questions about flavors and giving us recommendations. read more

Service was quick and food was great! Tasted better than when we visited a few years back. Would definitely eat here again!

Ambiance and service: 5 out of 5 Cleanliness: 5 out of 5 Quality of the food: 5 out of 5 I should probably begin by noting that this review and experience was on a Sunday morning. We were the first customers to arrive and not sure if the experience would be different in the evening. From the moment you approach the entrance they have a patio area for those who prefer the fresh air and people watching, lol. The inside is tranquil, it has dimmed lighting and feels more formal, however we saw people coming in with casual wear. The employees immediately greeted us and made suggestions that really helped narrow some of these choices down. The menu felt like I was taking a food tour around Latin America, very cool! Moving on to the food. We ordered platano bites to start. The plantains were sweet and hot. The beans and sour cream were a great pairing. Moments later I see this amazing arrangement with our drinks (mango chamoy and La Llorona), the mannequin had gem tears that appeared to be falling into the drink. The attention to presentation was appreciated; it shows a level of care for customer experience. We ordered the entrana plate (Argentina), the molcajete and aguachile (Mexico). The steak was incredible, the shrimp in these meals was well de-vained and seasoned. Each dish is unique in its own right and we were impressed with how they honored the authenticity of every dish. Kuddos to the hands involved in making all of these meals. To end the experience we had churros with condensed milk and whip cream. The churro exterior was crunchy and the inside was still steaming. Highly recommend trying this place out. They have a ton of variety, and in my personal experience, the service and quality was worth exploring. Overall some things I feel management should consider is their "all you can eat" sign because it's outdated and can be a bit misleading. My recommendation is to replace it with a Sunday brunch sign instead. The second thing would be the volume of the music in the room, when we first got there it was subtle, but as our meal progressed it got louder. This makes it difficult to hold a conversation with the people in your party and can have a negative impact. Lastly, it would've been nice to see a bottomless mimosas option on the menu for Sunday brunch, they had mimosas but it was per glass. read more

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Had dinner here with a friend last night. I was amazed to see the variety and selection of Latin American food choices, not just Brazilian. The servers were very attentive. It had a nice ambiance without being stuffy. I had lomo saltado, a Peruvian dish I had in Lima several times. I was impressed. I'm looking forward to going back to try the yucca and mofongo as well. Very reasonably priced in my opinion. Thanks gang! read more

Excellent service consistently!!! The food is always delicious. Desserts are decadent. I keep coming back because of the outstanding service I receive from all especially my favorite waiter Emanuel ( Manny) such a welcoming smile and demeanor. Best restaurant in Lancaster. read more

Rio - Frango chicken - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

I've swung by a couple times within a 2-3week period. The first visit I had the Lomo Saltado this dish is delicious but oh man that salt will break you so I'd order an extra side of rice to soak up the extra sauce they add to the dish the second time around I believe I ordered the Bistec Encebollado which was AMAZZZINNNG! They have a huge variety to chose from on their menu so bring a group so you can try a little bit of everything. Bottles of wine are cheap compared to just getting a glass read more

Rio - Bistec Encebollado - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

The food was pretty good so I don't really have a huge complaint about that but it is the way everything is done which is different which I wasn't over keen on. I'm not sure whether I would return. So this is not an all you can eat and it does not have a buffet bar for all your Extras! so when you sit down, they start bringing you little plates of sides whether you want it or not and then the meat begins. I think you can buy a package of what you want or not off the menu as far as the meat goes we were taken out to dinner so I do not know But I do know that the package that was purchased had two bottles of wine with it which was great, but it did not like the fact that I could choose my meats or how much. This place has expanded since we last came here which was during Covid they have turned it into a proper large restaurant which was pretty nice and the service was pretty good too . I just did not like the fact that I could not get up and go to the bar for all my extra foods of my choice and there was only people walking around with a few plates of stuff which was odd. I have been to several Brazilian restaurants, Italy, Las Vegas, Beverly Hills so I have had a good mix of restaurants in different places and although this one is trying its best in Lancaster, I still think that they are missing the buffet bar with all types of salads and extra sides of your choice to eat prior to all the meats coming around. Definitely worth a try if you're not feeling the drive to get yourself to LA . read more

Held Company Holiday party at the Rio Brazilian venue. The venue was excellent and the service was fantastic. The GM Oldi was so very helpful.I didn't expect the room to be decorated but GM had the room decorated and was more than I could imagine. My DJ was a no show and Oldi jumped right in and had a Spotify play list ready to go and ran the system as needed. The food was fabulous, I received so many thank you's for the great choice in the food and venue. A tasting day was even provided and you couldn't go wrong with the food no matter what you selected. The server and bartender were great. There were no hiccups with this event thanks to the great service. Everything GM promised he was true to his word. Excellent everything! My co-workers kept talking about how great the food was and had a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much Oldi for all your help and work. read more

Love there food & attention, The food is amazing and the waiters are extremely nice. We love it.

The best birria queso tacos I have ever had!!!! Service was excellent but slow. Busy but only 1 waiter and 1 bartender. Birria was well worth the wait! I compare it to an indoor taco truck. Love a "GOOD " taco truck! The mojito was excellent as well! Would definitely come again if the opportunity arises! read more

Look at the Menu before sitting , food was MID . service was Worst ... it was packed and only one server and 1 bartender (the bartender had to help the server take orders) took a while to get our order placed , the servers never checked back in after food came out, I had to get up and ask for the check the servers never checked back in or Anythinggg... the place it self looks like a dinning hall for Quinceaneras it's tacky . Spend ur money else where read more

I wasn't sure what to expect as I walked in but although it's a Brazilian Grill I enjoyed that they had other types of plates such as Mexican plates, Peruvian, Columbian & im sure more. We were a party of 5 & ordered the ultimate platter which came with Rice, beans, steak, chicken & pork (Al pastor) this was more than enough for all of us. It was sooo good. We also ordered ceviche peruano, plantains & Yuca Frita. Everything was delicious! Their service was also great. Edith was my favorite host, waitress & all that she does around here. Thank you for such a great experience! We will definitely be back Love the ambiance! read more

Rio - The Ultimate Taco Platter (doesn't look big, but trust me it is) - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

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Great food , super tasty & drinks too, not a heavy drinker. It was just enough. ordered a meal steak for 4 perfect amounts . Totally recommend. Service was excellent. read more

I have not been here in years. They have changed the menu with other Latin dinner options. I had a great meal of Shrimp Mufongo!! The shrimp was amazing. I loved the level of garlic! We had great service!! We will be back. read more

the decor gives of quinceñera vibes but the food is pretty good! The picanha plate (brazilian dish) was delicious and the meat was really tender. Definitely save room for desert because the churros are bomb. The staff was very friendly as well :) will for sure be coming back. read more

Rio - Picanha Plate - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

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This spot is open during Covid. We have been passing it several times then 1 day we decided to dine. There was a wait but it isn't that long. We were seated along the street but it is so windy and we asked to be moved. They have a little alcove which is better and the outdoor heater helped a lot. I ordered the 1lb Pupusa Platter. And WOW, my eyes were bigger than my stomach. I have to ask for a to go box. I don't recommend seating along the street when it is windy. Street parking. read more

Starting from walking in. It almost seemed like the girl servers there were new. The guy, super cool, did help us, but he was not... our server. When it came to our drinks, we never got a refill nor were we asked for one (our soft drinks). We also ordered margaritas, it seemed to be all ice, and maybe the mix that you buy in store. I had to get up to go get my own straws from my servers. One of the women servers was just talking almost mute from how low she spoke to us and was just uncertain. The food was ok. We got the pupusa and steak platter. Steak was under seasoned I felt like. The chicharron I felt could have been fried to be more crunchy because it had a squishy center. I WOULD ONLY COME BACK TO ORDER PUPUAS FOR TAKE OUT. The guy server, super cool and attentive, but was not our server. But I think even he noticed the two girls helping us sucked and felt he needed to step in. read more

Well well well I'm back with another review and this time it's coming from a place that is Definitely worth every penny! My sister wanted to go to dinner and so we decided on this place and when I say I was blown away by how flavorful everything was! We're going again this Saturday and I'm beyond excited! The servers were very nice and attentive and it was a pretty good ambiance for inside. It's definitely not a kids friendly place so I would keep the little ones at home! I loved the churros ! I normally do not eat churros but these ones were so good! They were fried a little too hard but they were still very good. I can't wait to enjoy it for a second time this weekend. I will also say it's amazing for date night if you go out ! read more

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worst service ever not serving everything on the menu. server is not knowledgeable at all poor people skills. Last time coming here. Need to have better customer service wouldn't recommend anyone to come here. read more

STAY AWAY!! There is no way that a restaurant can serve five different kinds of nationality food. And do it well. Extremely expensive for what you get and the food is not true to the culture. I don't care for bistros myself because they take something that is originally delicious and add their own twist to it and you don't know what you're going to get. If you want Colombian food you're better off taking your chances at a Colombian restaurant. If you want Salvadoran Food you're better off taking your chances at the Salvadoran place. We tried yuca Frita Salvadoran food. It was barely fried and raw inside. We tried Cuban sandwich Cuban food. And it was so different and disappointing and extremely expensive for what you get. read more

Rio - Cuban sandwich with something like pulled pork inside- NOT AUTHENTIC AT ALL - Brazilian Near Me - Lancaster, California

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Just wow!! The meats they serve are so perfectly seasoned and so perfectly juicy and tender! From now on, when we want quality steak, we will go there instead of Black Angus. The service has always been very good. However, I don't think you get your moneys worth with their all meats for $59. They serve it to you, by selection, so slowly, that in the 20 minutes we all know it takes to be full, you will only have about 3 or 4 out of the 12. And you can't just continue to receive the "all meats" that you paid for and take it home with you, because then they charge you $10 per pound of what you have already paid for but are taking home. So if you don't go that route, this place is really good!! I recommend the Saltado Mixto! read more