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Rios Barbacoa officially raised the bar standard for barbacoa y menudo.
Mia C.
Jan 16, 2025
I'm so happy I found this barbacoa spot! I work down the street so this place is my go-to on weekends. I love the simplicity of the menu. I highly recommend the tamales, I can eat 1/2 dozen by myself.
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Jacqueline A.
Apr 24, 2022
In the mood for some good Barbacora well Rios Barbacora is your spot!They offer great Barbacora, tamales and menudo too!The All-meat Special is my favorite go to, it feeds 4-6 people all for under twenty dollars. They have other yummy combos that never disappoint. Their staff is always super friendly and makes you feel like family. We will definitely be back!!!
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Katelyn A.
Aug 7, 2022
Rios Barbacoa is a fantastic place to get good authentic Mexican food. The barbacoa is very juicy, the salsa is perfect, the charro beans are literally TO DIE FOR, and the pork tamales will make you want to stuff your face with an endless supply. I can tell they take pride in their food and the customer service is superb. I will always stop here when I'm in San Antonio.
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Jo M.
Oct 8, 2017
A hidden gem on a busy stretch of road, so if you blink, you will miss it. And, trust me, you do not want to miss out on this experience. It was like waking up at mi abuelita's casita on a Sunday. The "blessed" sign caught my attention from the parking lot. So, when I opened the glass door, I was not surprised with the sensation that I was in for a treat. The homemade scents enveloped me, and left me all warm and cozy inside, like that perfect blanket on a cold day. The barbacoa was all meat not just fresh and lean, but not dry. It has officially raised the bar standard for barbacoa for me. The menudo with lemon was clean and not saturated in grease.MUSTS:-Barbacoa with corn tortillas, fresh avocado,homemade salsa go perfectly with Big Red-Menudo with lemon also perfectly paired with El Rojo Grande.
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Joey P.
Nov 12, 2017
A hidden jewel in the Deco District. Another Rios Barbacoa that won't let you down in flavor & customer service. YUMMY all-meat barbacoa, fresh corn tortillas, bomb salsa, green ripe avocado, and can't forget El Big Red! Barbacoa so tasty that we normally stock up and freeze a couple pounds right before the Holidays for family visits. From one self-proclaimed barbacoa connossiuer to another, this locale and the Huebner one are serving legit. Freaking. Barbacoa. Mic drop.
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Tanya G.
Feb 2, 2020
It's a one stop shop for you weekend family breakfast. Best barbacoa, menudo, tortillas & tamales in town.
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Ricky O.
Sep 1, 2019
Best barbacoa in San Antonio and excellent customer service! Rios barbacoa is my weekend ritual now. Both the flour & corn tortillas are always fresh & delicious.
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Gustavo R.
Oct 27, 2018
Delicious Barbacoa. Not meant for dining as many Barbacoa places, yet they have some tables their if you want to dine. Corn tortillas were good and organic tasting. Will be back to try The carnitas.
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Brian C.
Sep 11, 2009
Great Barbacoa, a sunday morning family tradition.It doesnt get any better than Rios Barbacoa!
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Francine E.
Oct 17, 2023
Best Barbacoa and service in townLived in San Antonio all my life and this is the best.
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