This Mexican restaurant in northern Colorado celebrates its 38th anniversary

Mexican food is simply a way of life in Colorado. The cuisine is deeply rooted in Colorado culture, and anyone who tries Mexican food in our state will understand why we love it so much. Some Mexican restaurants come and go, while others stand the test of time.

Long-established restaurants have loyal customers and, of course, delicious food. One Mexican restaurant in Northern Colorado is celebrating its 38th anniversary this year. The Rio Grande in Fort Collins has been in operation since 1986 and is located in the Old Town of Fort Collins, Colorado.

The Rio celebrates 38 years in Fort Collins, Colorado

When we started Rio, the goal was simple: to create a great place to work, share good times, and serve the best Tex-Mex food and margaritas around.

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

Since opening Rio Grande at 143 West Mountain Avenue in Fort Collins, the restaurant has expanded its doors to other parts of Colorado, opening 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 great years in Fort Collins, the Rio Grande is hosting an anniversary party on Friday, August 23rd from 4pm to 11pm. The celebration will feature live music, a magic show, a tequila tasting station with special tequilas and cocktails, and a raffle for prizes.

The party is free to attend, but if you would like to make a reservation, you can do so by calling (970) 224-5428. Congratulations to The Rio Grande on 38 wonderful years of business in Fort Collins.