Southwest Soul.
Cupertino Heart.
Handcrafted Southwestern Mexican fare, a stocked salsa bar, and house-made margaritas — served warm, served right, since 2007.
Open Today
11am – 9pm
Call
(408) 873-1600
Find Us
10525 S. De Anza Blvd
Service
Dine-in · Take-out · Delivery
Slow-cooked recipes.
Fresh from the desert.
Inspired by the flavors of New Mexico and the spirit of the American Southwest. Every recipe at Rio Adobe is made in-house, with seasonal local produce, sustainably-raised meats, and never any lard, MSG, or fillers.
Fish & Shrimp Tacos
Fresh fish and shrimp tacos with house-made slaw, crema, and vibrant toppings on corn tortillas.
Street-Style Tacos
Char-grilled and citrus-marinated meats and seafood on soft corn tortillas with salsa.
Chicken & Carne Tacos
Seasoned chicken and slow-cooked carne tacos with fresh pico, slaw, and house salsa.
Made by hand.
Plated with pride.
From slow-braised carne adobada to hand-rolled sopapillas, our team prepares every dish from scratch — the way it should be.
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Smoke. Spice.
Heritage.
New Mexico chiles, slow-roasted poblanos, and Mexican cinnamon — the soul of every Rio Adobe recipe.
Pull up a chair.
Stay awhile.
Walk-ins always welcome. Give us a ring for take-out or larger parties — we're happy to help.
Loved by locals
561+ Google Reviews · 4.5 ★
"One Del Mar fish and one Mariscos shrimp taco plate. My wife had chicken quesadilla. The taco plate was excellent. Fish and shrimp cooked perfectly and very tasty. The quesadilla was also very good."
Massimo P.
Local Guide · 359 reviews
"BEST Mexican food in the area. Huge portions, high quality, great service and affordable."
Fruit tea fan
Elite '25 · 11 reviews
"Great customer service. Fresh salsas every day. Wet burrito was excellent."
Freddie R.
Foodie · 105 reviews
"Hidden gem in Cupertino! The carne adobada is incredible and the salsa bar makes every meal feel custom. Margaritas are no joke either."
Jenny L.
Local Guide · 240 reviews
"Family-run feel with serious flavor. Hopi blue corn enchiladas were the highlight. We'll be back — the staff treated us like regulars on day one."
David K.
82 reviews
"Fresh, vibrant, and not greasy at all. You can tell everything is made in-house. The green chile is spicy in the best way."
Priya S.
Local Guide · 198 reviews
"I highly recommend Rio Adobe. Portions are generous and delicious. Service is fast and friendly. The restaurant is attractively appointed and sparkling clean. Parking is a breeze in the lot provided. It's a pleasure to give Rio Adobe 5 stars!"
Linda B.
Elite45 reviews · Saratoga, CA
"Had a great experience here after a dentist appointment. The staff are friendly, the food is delicious, and they have a self serve salsa bar."
Jewel W.
Elite3 reviews · San Jose, CA
"I always did take out during my college years when I worked at a newspaper company. After 8 years, I dined in and I am surprised how great the food and atmosphere is here! The cheese enchiladas were hot and so flavorful. This is a great spot that I will be taking my mom to!"
Allan K.
Elite299 reviews · San Jose, CA
"One of the most authentic mexican restaurants I have tried in the bay so far. I got the chicken enchilada which was super yummy. The portions are generous for the price. Specially love the variety of self serve salsas they have."
Rakshit P.
Elite34 reviews · San Jose, CA
"One Del Mar fish and one Mariscos shrimp taco plate. My wife had chicken quesadilla. The taco plate was excellent. Fish and shrimp cooked perfectly and very tasty. The quesadilla was also very good."
Massimo P.
Local Guide · 359 reviews
"BEST Mexican food in the area. Huge portions, high quality, great service and affordable."
Fruit tea fan
Elite '25 · 11 reviews
"Great customer service. Fresh salsas every day. Wet burrito was excellent."
Freddie R.
Foodie · 105 reviews
"Hidden gem in Cupertino! The carne adobada is incredible and the salsa bar makes every meal feel custom. Margaritas are no joke either."
Jenny L.
Local Guide · 240 reviews
"Family-run feel with serious flavor. Hopi blue corn enchiladas were the highlight. We'll be back — the staff treated us like regulars on day one."
David K.
82 reviews
"Fresh, vibrant, and not greasy at all. You can tell everything is made in-house. The green chile is spicy in the best way."
Priya S.
Local Guide · 198 reviews
"I highly recommend Rio Adobe. Portions are generous and delicious. Service is fast and friendly. The restaurant is attractively appointed and sparkling clean. Parking is a breeze in the lot provided. It's a pleasure to give Rio Adobe 5 stars!"
Linda B.
Elite45 reviews · Saratoga, CA
"Had a great experience here after a dentist appointment. The staff are friendly, the food is delicious, and they have a self serve salsa bar."
Jewel W.
Elite3 reviews · San Jose, CA
"I always did take out during my college years when I worked at a newspaper company. After 8 years, I dined in and I am surprised how great the food and atmosphere is here! The cheese enchiladas were hot and so flavorful. This is a great spot that I will be taking my mom to!"
Allan K.
Elite299 reviews · San Jose, CA
"One of the most authentic mexican restaurants I have tried in the bay so far. I got the chicken enchilada which was super yummy. The portions are generous for the price. Specially love the variety of self serve salsas they have."
Rakshit P.
Elite34 reviews · San Jose, CA
Catering
Rio Adobe brings bold Southwestern flavors to your next event. We offer custom catering menus and professional presentation for corporate lunches, family celebrations, and more.
Bring Rio Adobe to You
Our catering menu is a starting point — we can create a fully custom spread tailored to your event. Whatever the occasion, it will be beautifully displayed and professionally served.
“Our catered services are not limited to the catering menu. Whatever the occasion it will be beautifully displayed and professionally served.”
Come hungry.
Leave happy.
We can't wait to serve you. ¡Bienvenidos a Rio Adobe!
