Rioja Grille - Menu

711 NW 72nd Ave.FL 33126, Miami, United States

🛍 Pub, Bars, Salads, Seafood

3.4 💬 57 Reviews
Rioja Grille

Phone: +13052608943

Address: 711 NW 72nd Ave.FL 33126, Miami, United States

City: Miami

Menu Dishes: 29

Reviews: 57

Website: http://www.riojagrille.com/

"First, let’s talk about the parking situation. You have to pay $5 to park at the hotel, which is refundable if you stay for less than two hours. However, good luck getting served and leaving before that time is up! The restaurant wasn't busy on the weekday we visited, yet we still waited about 15 minutes to be seated. Once seated, we took our time looking through the menus and pretty much knew what we wanted to order. However, after 20 minutes, a waiter finally approached us. He was friendly at first, but as soon as we mentioned we had a Groupon, his attitude changed dramatically. He became quite rude while explaining that Groupon customers had to choose from a different menu. He practically tossed the new menus onto our table and informed us that another waiter would take care of us. The Groupon menu had limited options, but we did manage to decide what we wanted before the new waiter arrived. By this point, we had already been there for nearly an hour. While I was in the middle of asking the waiter a question, he rudely interrupted to inform me that the tip wasn’t included in the Groupon. Seriously? I didn’t need that reminder, and how rude to cut me off like that. As I tried to place our order, he interrupted again, insisting that we could only do one thing at a time and that he had to bring the wine first. This was incredibly frustrating. He eventually returned with the wine and mentioned he would bring some bread shortly. While he was gone, I noticed my water glass had red lipstick on it—something I certainly wasn’t wearing. He took a further 15 minutes to return, and by that time, my mom had to firmly remind him that we had been waiting over an hour without ordering. Despite any procedures he claimed to follow, we just wanted to place our entire order and finally have our meal. Eventually, he did take our order and promised a clean glass of water. We waited some more, and as others who came in after us were finishing their meals, I reached my breaking point. I got up to ask for the check for the wine and bread, stating that we would be leaving to eat elsewhere since it was unacceptable that we were still waiting. Ironically, while we were preparing to leave, our appetizer finally arrived—after a wait of over two hours. I turned to my mom and asked if she wanted to stay or leave, and she suggested we just eat since the food was finally here. We quickly finished our appetizer, but then waited another 30-40 minutes for our main courses, which were so salty that I couldn’t eat them. I asked for dessert to-go, not wanting to stay even a moment longer. In the end, I left a $10 tip, knowing how tough the service industry can be, even if it wasn’t deserved. I should note that he never brought back a clean glass of water. The bottom line is, steer clear of this place. The service is terrible, and the food isn’t worth the hassle. The manager mentioned it was his last week, which explained why he seemed indifferent to addressing the numerous issues."

Full menu - 29 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Starters

Burgers & Sandwiches

Salads

Dessert

Burger

Entree

Flat Bread Pizzas

Seafood Specialties

Side Orders

Seafood

Daily Specials

Mains

Open Sandwiches & Melts

Burgers (Delivery)

Quesadillas

Flat Bread Pizza

Lunch Features

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This restaurant is stunning, with excellent service and delicious food!

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User
User

They shut it down... I had to pay for an Uber to get to another restaurant.


Adrien
Adrien

The restaurant did not live up to my expectations or the descriptions in the reviews. It is simply a restaurant located within a hotel, nothing more.


User
User

The burger was absolutely fantastic! My friend thought the pork ribeye was a little on the small side, though. Our waitress was excellent and managed everything all by herself. View menu


yasmin
yasmin

The absolute worst restaurant ever . They didn't have many of the menu items. It took 45 minutes to get our salad and an hour to get our entrees. Ordered my steak well done and got instead medium rare steak that bled on the plate . I was so disgusted that we got up and left . I will never ever come here again and I would NOT recommend this restaurant to anyone.


Norberto
Norberto

The prices at this restaurant are just too high for the quality of the food. Although I understand that being located in the Doubletree hotel may lead to higher prices, the value just isn't there. The meal was decent, but the main course arrived cold as if it had been waiting too long before being served. The potatoes seemed to be instant and were dry and gummy, which was concerning. Overall, the food was better than typical bar fare but not worth the prices being charged.


Shanna
Shanna

The restaurant is just too expensive for the quality of food you receive. I understand that they have a guaranteed customer base being located in the Doubletree hotel, but the prices do not match the quality of the food. The meal was average at best, and the main course was served lukewarm as if it had been sitting out for too long. The potatoes seemed to be instant and were dry and unpleasant. Overall, the food is slightly better than typical bar food, but it is not worth the high prices they are charging. View menu


User
User

This restaurant is awful we were given a fixed menu ordered an appetizer they did not have it,ordered salmon in a butter and garlic sauce salmon was covered in a sweet sauce,ordered a desert they did not have it instead was given a dried out bread pudding. When asked if I could speak to a supervisor Hortensia Armand came to the table and said that the kitchen ran out of the food I ordered,so I asked her don’t you check the menu before handing it to the patrons,she said it wasn’t her job needless to say the waiter asked for the tip in cash as he was leaving soon because he was sick . So he got a tip before this awful service.


Álvaro
Álvaro

Avoid this place at all costs. Before we were even seated, the manager informed us that whatever we ordered would take 45 minutes to arrive. We received the worst fried calamari—tiny pieces overloaded with flour and batter, which we sent back. My friend ordered a ribeye steak but was mistakenly served a pork chop. My wife and I ordered salmon topped with crab, but there was no crab on our dish. That's when we found out we were given the wrong menu, and the dishes we received were from the new menu, all without any explanation. The vegetables consisted of just one asparagus spear and a single carrot. For dessert, I ordered Key lime pie, but instead, I was given cheesecake without any explanat...


User
User

First, let’s talk about the parking situation. You have to pay $5 to park at the hotel, which is refundable if you stay for less than two hours. However, good luck getting served and leaving before that time is up! The restaurant wasn't busy on the weekday we visited, yet we still waited about 15 minutes to be seated. Once seated, we took our time looking through the menus and pretty much knew what we wanted to order. However, after 20 minutes, a waiter finally approached us. He was friendly at first, but as soon as we mentioned we had a Groupon, his attitude changed dramatically. He became quite rude while explaining that Groupon customers had to choose from a different menu. He practicall... View menu

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Miami is a vibrant coastal city known for its diverse culture, beautiful beaches, lively nightlife, and cuisine featuring Cuban-inspired dishes like Cuban sandwiches and fresh seafood.

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • Bars Discover our selection of expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing beers, and our curated list of fine wines. Perfect for unwinding with friends or pairing with your favorite dishes from our menu. Cheers! View menu
  • Salads Fresh and vibrant, our salads are crafted with seasonal ingredients and a mix of crisp greens, colorful vegetables, and unique dressings, offering a delicious and healthy choice for any palate.
  • Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!

Amenities

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