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Rio Mar
April 11th Eat Club Dinner @6:30pm w/Tom Fitzmorris
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Riomar Seafood has been open since 2000. We are a Spanish/Latin seafood restaurant. We feature fresh Gulf seafood and locally grown produce. Voted "top 10" in New Orleans by the Times Picayune, Riomar serves its exquisite cuisine in a casual atmosphere with an outstanding Spanish wine and cocktail list. Riomar offers a private dining room option. Thank you for thinking of Riomar.
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"LIVE BROADCAST"
RESERVATIONS ONLY, www.nomenu.com Limited Seating.
Riomar Seafood has been open since 2000. We are a Spanish/Latin seafood restaurant. We feature fresh Gulf seafood and locally grown produce. Voted "top 10" in New Orleans by the Times Picayune, Riomar serves its exquisite cuisine in a casual atmosphere with an outstanding Spanish wine and cocktail list. Riomar offers a private dining room option. Thank you for thinking of Riomar.
98 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 98 reviews
5 stars
(53)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(63)
- neighborhood gem(38)
- good for groups(37)
- special occasion(31)
- notable wine list(27)
- romantic(20)
Rio Mar Reviews List
Review 1 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Strongly recommended!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my second visit in 2 weeks. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience both times. From making reservations through dessert, everything went exactly right. The wait staff are knowledgeable about all aspects of the menu, the caipirinhas were tart and refreshing (especially after a walk in NOLA), and the tapas can be easily shared. The food was excellent, too. Two of our party had the gulf fish special, I had gambas al ajillo, and the fourth person had the empanadas. All of us enjoyed our meals!"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were in town on business and a local co-worker recommended Rio Mar. We were not disappointed. The dining experience was fantastic. Great food, great night!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, late-night find, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delectable grilled fish!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a grilled gulf fish, red snapper and it was fresh and delicious. If you are realy into fresh seafoods, this place is must-go place. Only downside was the price was not on menu and it was quite pricy - $50. Just make sure to ask upfront what the market value is..."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food here was surprising good. We had the serviche sampler which was delicious. I had the 'fish of the day' eschbeche which was perfectly cooked and flavorful. They could use a little help with the ambience. Also, not sure what is going on in the bar. We had a glass of wine while we waited for our table and the bartender didn't know if we could eat at the bar or not. What? get a bar menu, at least."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 5 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Weird ordering policies, great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a great restaurant - once we got past the hostess. The restaurant apparently has a policy that you cannot be seated untli your entire party arrives. When we asked why, the hostess informed us that the kitchen 'likes to get the entire table's order at once'. Even drinks??? Doubtful. Much of this would have been better if the hostess had better people skills.
Fortunately, once we got to our table, our waiter was outstanding, personable, and acknowledged that the policies were bizarre, especially given that one specialy is ceviche (why can't you order that first, then your cooked food???). The food was delicious, flavorful and well done. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would go back, but will warn friends about the strange policies."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 6 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ceviche has always been the strong starting point, and the choices seemed the same as before the recent chef and ownership changes. We get the tasting foursome, delicious with somewhat different fish in a few (shrimp was ubiquitous) and quite different heat. The grilled octopus on potato was excellent; the corn fritter-type was tasty, though a little dry; the stuffed peppers delightful, a nice wine, remarkable cocktails, and a few other lovely dishes, along with bread and first-rate olive oil left no room for the sweet, sweet deserts. Slammed on the Saturday night of Jazz Fest, so the kitchen was behind, but the waitstaff tried valiantly to keep us up to date and pleased."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene
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Review 7 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent place!! awesome fine food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Totally recommended for a nice lunch or dinner!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always fabulous!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to dinner here multiple times over the past few years, and the food is always fabulous! The service is impeccable, and the ambience is wonderful."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Sea Food creativity
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Definitely great sea food. Not just the normal fare, but really creative use of flavors. The chef truly creates a fiesta for your taste buds."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was fantastic! Best ceivche
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was fantastic! Best ceivche in town."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was delicious. Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was delicious. Our waiiter was very knowledgeable and heipful. Creative and fun."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 12 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Why have to order all at once?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed Rio Mar, especially the empanadas and the stuffed peppers. Only comment would be on the timing of service. Although our server was extremely friendly, they would not let us order tapas in 2 rounds. We wanted to get the ceviche taster for the table as an appetizer then move on to the hot plates but we were told we had to order everything all at once and had no control over which came first. It just wasn't how we usually enjoy eating tapas. The fun of tapas is ordering a few small plates, seeing what you like, then ordering more. We ended up with a bowl of ceviche left over b/c it came mid-dinner and everyone was focusing on the hot foods. Otherwise, everything was great. Nice wine selection and friendly atmosphere."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was at the level we expected;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was at the level we expected; good food and very good taste. I had a group of 6 people in a Business Dinner. However the only down side was place is kind of noisy to it was hard to hear a conversation specially for those seat at the other side of table. But if you are looking for good seafood and no worry about noise level this is a place to go."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food. They handled our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food. They handled our large group well."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our best meal in New Orleans
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is in the Warehouse District near the Convention Center so it can be busy during a big convention. We made a reservation and were offered free drinks from the bar when our table wasn't ready when we arrived. The dinner was leisurely, and service was attentive. This was our best meal in New Orleans."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was one of the best meals
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was one of the best meals I have ever had. I went with a large group and the service was excellent. I highly recommend the drum fish. Very good. Our group sampled many appetizers and desserts and everything was first class. Kudos to Helena, the GM, who was wonderful."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good and service was excellent."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 18 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really enjoyed dinner. There
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really enjoyed dinner. There were several large groups in the restaurant, and it was LOUD! But the food was great, service was good, and the experience was enjoyable."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 19 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The fresh seafood and wine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The fresh seafood and wine selection was excellent! The waitress was knowledable about the dishes and which wine to pair them with. The portion sizes were just the right amount, not too much and not too little like other eating establishments give. Would definitely go back there and try another of the chef's special!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 20 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed the meal except
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed the meal except for the noise. Towards the end of our meal it was really out of hand."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A bit of a cafeteria atmosphere
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit of a cafeteria atmosphere but the food was good as was the service."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 22 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always excellent food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always excellent food and wine. The service is always attentive and knowledgeable."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rio Mar still excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am a long time fan of Rio Mar. I once lived a few blocks away, and was a regular. This was my first time dining at Rio Mar since Chef Adolfo Garcia's departure. I have to say, Chef Miles Prescott has continued where Adolfo left off. Many favorites were kept on the menu, and a few items added. Among the new: Jamon Iberico with almond-stuffed dates as an appetizer - it was exquisite! Everything else we (party of 3) ordered was fantastic: special app of snails, gazpacho, diver scallops, oysters Rio Mar, steamed mussels in white wine with chorizo, and the lechon followed by flan, tres leches, and dulce de leche ice cream! Get on over there."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun tapas style... good for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fun tapas style... good for sharing & tasting"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an early dinner on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had an early dinner on a Friday night when the restaurant was not very crowded. The service was attentive and friendly. The food is very well prepared, plated beautifully, and delicious. The menu was primarily seafood, which we love, but there was a steak option for a non seafood lover. There is a nice mix of small plates and large plates. The ceviche was excellent. As the evening progressed the restaurant became more crowded and the ambient noise level increased. The bar scene seemed quite active. We really enjoyed our experience and will definitely come back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worthy
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu offers ceviche and small plates as well as entrees. I was very taken aback when our waiter tried to insist that we order our entire meal up front. Perhaps that is because their food is only average and people order less after a first taste. New Orleans has too many excellent restaurants to waste your dining time and money here."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
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Review 27 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it - what a find - will
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved it - what a find - will dine here again when we return to New Orleans."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent friendly and professional
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent friendly and professional staff. Interesting different menu. We all had fish which seems to be a speciality and which was uniformly excellent."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 29 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Even though we had an issue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Even though we had an issue with a waitstaff other than ours bringing someone else's food to our table, management was gracious enough to correct the problem, then go that extra mile to make the experience even more enjoyable by bringing us a dessert sampler!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very refreshing to see our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very refreshing to see our Gulf Coast seafood used in these Spanish/Tapas preparations.
Presentations were appealing portions most satisfying. The Al Fuego Ceviche was so delicious and the popcorn so much fun. Order anything with the pickled vegetables; I could eat a bowl of those alone. Service was gracious and friendly."
Presentations were appealing portions most satisfying. The Al Fuego Ceviche was so delicious and the popcorn so much fun. Order anything with the pickled vegetables; I could eat a bowl of those alone. Service was gracious and friendly."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 31 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great local find. They list
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great local find. They list their food as Spanish & Latin-American cuisine but I would just call it delicious. Just a short walk from our hotel in the CBD, this place, list most New Orleans restaurants, has a very questionable view from outside, but in was a place with great food and vibrant flavors. Do yourself a favor and look at their menu online and come ready to be pleased."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Warehouse District Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Rio Mar was a last minute decision. The Spanish influence is a refreshing addition to New Orleans cuisine. We will definitely be back."
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The ceviche tasting plate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The ceviche tasting plate was excellent. This is a seafood restaurant, but I went ahead and ordered the pork and it was fabulous."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 35 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent restaurant with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent restaurant with great food and wonderful ambiance!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food; great menu.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food; great menu. Don't let the view from the outside dissuade you."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was incredible if
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was incredible if you are looking for Spanish influence cuisine. The atmosphere was warm and inviting and quiet. My husband I will definitely go back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, our dinner was perfect! Every aspect of our evening could not have been any better! Thank you to the servers, the kitchen staff, and especially to the owner Nick for always treating us so kindly. We look forward to many more delightful visits to your restaurant!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A bit disappointed. The crawfish
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A bit disappointed. The crawfish arrepas were doughy and flavorless. Special fish was well cooked,but nothing special for New Orleans. The blood orange ice cream was good, but could have been more flavorful. All and all a pale meal given this is a 'Latin' restaurant in New Orleans."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
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Review 40 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you enjoy Spanish food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If you enjoy Spanish food Rio Mar is a must dine. The jamon appetizer was wonderful and the almond stuffed dates were a wonderful counter to the ham. The recommended sherry was a treat. I ordered 2 small plates; shredded beef empanadas and Portugese style grilled octopus. Both were very good. The wines by the glass selection was good. This was my best dining experience in New Orleans"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 41 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Genius Seafood in Wharehouse Dist
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Perhaps best contemporary cajun/carribean interpretations on planet. Soulful and interesting at same time. Party of 3 loved it all. Black Drum w/squash fritters and picant fruit was sureal. Cerviches exceptional. Even a lowly Ceasar salad was kicked up a notch with fried oysters and mashed avocado somehow worked into the dressing. Having the proprieter seat us on a busy night (major convention was in town) was nice touch and our server was hip, personable and smart. *****
Wish he come do this in San Diego - we need it."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 42 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Seated promptly at reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seated promptly at reservation time. Service was excellent, timely, and extremely helpful. Food quality was also excellent. Overall a very enjoyable experience."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was delious. I would
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was delious. I would highly recommend the restaurant."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wife and I went for Valentine's.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wife and I went for Valentine's. Food was delicious, setting was romantic, service was great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
No Appetizer order until Entree!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Normally would write a 5 star review for Rio Mar which is one of my favorite eateries in NOLA. While sitting with a friend at the table and waiting for a third person we were told that we couldn't order appetizers until we were ready to place our entire order. I've never heard of anything like this at a restaurant. If I want to order appetizers then later decide on what I'd like my entree to be then so be it. The restaurant was nearly empty. This is a problem that needs to be fixed. They had no problem with me ordering a drink and dessert after my meal."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 46 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was good. Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good. Service so so. The presentation was off. The ambient is uninvting and does not match the food that is served."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 47 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
More veggie options would
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"More veggie options would be nice. Small plates would also be nice."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rio Mar is a tapas restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Rio Mar is a tapas restaurant in New Orleans that focuses on the Spanish cuisine and makes a change of pace from all the French food on most menus. I had black ink squid rice (kind of a black paella) and salad. The Spanish wine list had some nice choices and since it was cool that night, I had a warm apple drink with brandy in it that was just perfect before the walk back to my hotel. The restaurant is located in the warehouse district so it has a nice open floorplan. Their are some beautiful Spanish tiles at the bar."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Rio Mar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were a party of 12. Rio
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were a party of 12. Rio Mar provided a price fixed menu for us with lots of choices. It was a great meal!"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Rio Mar
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic