This Northern Colorado Mexican Restaurant Celebrates 38 Years

Mexican food in Colorado is just a way of life. The cuisine is engrained in Colorado's culture and those who try Mexican food in our state can understand why we love the food so much. Some Mexican restaurants come and go, while others stand the tests of time.

Those that are long-standing establishments have a loyal following and obviously delicious food. One Northern Colorado Mexican restaurant is celebrating 38 years in business this year. The Rio Grande in Fort Collins has been in operation since 1986 in Old Town Fort Collins, Colorado.

The Rio Celebrates 38 Years in Fort Collins, Colorado

When we first came up with the Rio the goal was simple--create a great place to work, share good times and serve up the best Tex-Mex food and margaritas around,

Said Pat McGaughran, founder and owner of The Rio in a press release.

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Since opening the doors to The Rio Grande at 143 West Mountain Avenue in Fort Collins, the restaurant has expanded to other parts of Colorado with locations in Boulder, Denver, Greeley, and Lone Tree. The food is delicious and the margaritas are always Instagram-worthy too.

The Rio's Anniversary Party in Fort Collins

To celebrate 38 amazing years in Fort Collins, The Rio Grande will be hosting an anniversary party on Friday, August 23 from 4 to 11 p.m. The celebration will have live music, a magic show, a tequila tasting station with special tequilas and cocktails, plus a raffle to win prizes.

There will be no fee to attend the party, however, if you would like to make reservations, you can do so by calling (970) 224-5428. Congratulations to The Rio Grande for celebrating 38 wonderful years in business in Fort Collins.