Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Taco Rio

    3.6 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Fast Food
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Taco Rio Photos

    Business Info

    TACO RIO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Taco Rio

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    a man riding a motorcycle in front of a restaurant
    Frank Z.

    I've been eating here since the day they opened back in the late 70's and I was a about 18... The recipes have never changed... I have to get my "Rio fix" AT LEAST ONCE every time I come home to visit Wichita. If you are looking for barbacoa, lingua or carnitas tacos just keep driving on down the road. This ain't the taco dive for you! If you want some damn fine sancho's, taco's and plates from "back in the day", this is it! Kinda reminds you of how Taco Tico USED TO BE back then... But I always liked Rio a little better... ; ) And the ladies who work here during the day are so pleasant! LOVE Taco Rio!

    Comment card on table and me without a pen.
    Shelley C.

    It's, shabby, run down and divey, ( a good thing in my book!) which is why I like the place so much! That's not saying anything bad about the food, because the food is carefully crafted by generous women who are friendly and eager to please. It's a cozy place on the inside. Not every place has to look brand spanking new for me to know if it's an old location, the food is great, which kept the place open so long! I'm in! Forget the outside, the inside is well kept. I really like the pictures on the walls. Enough about the architecture. Let's eat! Pay attention to the weekly specials. Worth every bite! Look for coupons in the back of the phone book. When you get your food, stop at the little sauce area. Hook up to a variety of sauces and even sliced jalapeños to add to your food. Water is readily available with the "good" ice. We asked and were immediately handed a cup with a W on it. I drink a lot of water, so I appreciate that! Be sure to put in a good word by using the comment card on the table. We'll be back!

    Brad S.

    I don't get this obsession with fast food Mexican - the regular Mexican food is pretty fast in itself, with the only purpose it serves is as justification for a substandard product. I recently had my first and last encounter with Taco Shop, and was getting a sense of déjà vu when I ordered one of the specials, as I accidentally ordered the same uninspired trio of a taco, taco burger and a tostada. One interesting thing about Taco Rio is that the meat is so finely ground that it has a finer texture than the refried beans, breaking down into almost a sort of goo. A beef goo. There was some lettuce and some cheese maybe and some generic taco shells. For the price of the meal, I was a little surprised to see a single tamale, but to their credit, it was fairly large and covered in queso and hot salsa. Also, to their discredit, it was covered in queso and hot salsa. Seriously, though, the tamale held together well and actually wasn't that bad. On the whole, an entirely forgettable meal.

    Greasy gross. -5/10
    Gaarasgrl ..

    This was the worst Mexican food i have ever eaten. I ordered the number 5 which came with a taco, tostada and a sancho. When i got my food and sat down at the table with my friends, i noted the looks of disappointment as they dug into their plates. The chips and refried beans weren't too bad, but the rest of the plate was a culinary disaster. Everything was super greasy, literal grease dripped out of the taco and the tostada...it was so greasy i had thought my friend spit on me as he was talking. I called my friend (who happens to be mexican) to ask what a sancho was. He told me sancho was a term for lover. There was not a drop of love on that plate.

    Never used yelp but had to warn you. Greasy. Green salsa was red. Definitely not authentic mexican. Enchalada 70% cheese. Bad/10

    See all

    5 months ago

    Food tasty and inexpensive. People friendly. Have been back several times. Like the soft chicken tacos.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    19 days ago

    Watch your debit or credit card transactions @ Taco rio..my order was $20.77... They took that off twice..Then Justin had an Attitude

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Love their food and you get so much for your money!!! I would recommend them to everybody seeing this review!!!!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lou G.
    18
    33
    12

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gary B.
    1
    27
    25

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Brad S.
    414
    1403
    639

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Food is always awesome! A tradition when I am visiting Wichita to get food from here! Great food, awesome service prices!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    nasty asf and the lady that took my order was so rude i shoulda just left and ate subway!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kent D.
    27
    87
    18

    17 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    The bean burritos are excellent. The tortillas are super soft. The people are friendly and food is always fast and hot.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    11 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kyle D.
    115
    10
    0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Tom S.
    61
    13
    3

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Kat S.
    47
    5
    2

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    I always enjoy the family atmosphere and great food at Taco Rio. I have been eating there for years.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D M.
    0
    5
    0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of John M.
    45
    32
    6

    8 years ago

    Great value! Very inexpensive. Tasty, great ingredients for the price. Lots of Vegan options. Definitely on the short list.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    16 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tim T.
    21
    52
    18

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - Taco Rio

    Whats in the texas burroto?

    It is a burrito covered in chili and cheese sauce

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    Review Highlights - Taco Rio

    Personally I can't stand Taco Bell or Taco Tico when they were still around.

    Mentioned in 8 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Mexican 5,481 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    iTzcali Tapas and Tequila - Quesobirria

    iTzcali Tapas and Tequila

    3.8(96 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    This was my second time coming…read more This restaurant is undeniably beautiful inside. You can tell a lot of detail went into every spot in this place, even in the bathrooms. The bar is beautiful as well. It's nice Wichita finally got a Tapas spot. The food here is hit or miss each time. That's why I gave 4 stars not 5. Their chips and dips are amazing. Their street tacos each time were too try and mushy rice. Their other items like ceviche and calamari were great each time. So there are some items that over shine others. The star of the show here is their drinks. I can drink so many of their house margaritas. They are the best I've had in Wichita. Their happy hour is 2 dollars off cocktails, open to 6pm. Me and my girlfriends came here for some Tapas and drinks around 230pm and it was a great time. It wasn't busy and it was nice and peaceful and we had amazing drinks and service.

    My sister and I dined at the bar. The atmosphere is aesthetically pleasing. This isn't my first…read moretime eating at iTzcali and probably won't be my last. The customer service has always been good. Drinks: I had the Sugar Skull and my sister had the Old Fashioned. The Sugar Skull is pretty good. Didn't taste watered down or like it had straight juice. The Old Fashioned was different than the usual recipe, due to the maple but it was cool. I love an Old Fashioned but I can't stay I'd order this one. Food: I had the nachos minus the chorizo and my sister had the shrimp chimichanga. The nachos are delicious. The steak is well seasoned and the dish overall is just chefs kiss. My sister enjoyed the shrimp chimichanga. It was a huge portion. She also ordered the elote (not pictured) it was good.

    Photos
    iTzcali Tapas and Tequila - Dining Area

    Dining Area

    iTzcali Tapas and Tequila - Brunch is available on Sundays from 10am to 3PM

    Brunch is available on Sundays from 10am to 3PM

    iTzcali Tapas and Tequila - Brunch is available on Sundays from 10am to 3PM

    See all

    Brunch is available on Sundays from 10am to 3PM

    Taco Rio - mexican - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...