The things we look for in an establishment, quiet place that we can hear each other, the environment to be calming, and taking my allergies serious without getting irritated or giving false information. If I can walk away without my anxiety being triggered or my allergies triggered, we have found a gem to return to. Driving from Colorado Springs through Salida, Co to the Sand Dunes, we decided to stop for a later lunch. We stopped by The Boathouse and was rather loud along with no four top outside. The host referred us to Pizza Rio and said they had outdoor seating and it's usually quieter. Heading up the stairs, customers coming down said it's worth it. The host showed us the tables outside and indeed was very quiet and had a beautiful view of the river. When we sat down, the heaters were still on but the server turned them off for us and opened the shade screen. My husband got the Greek salad with a slice of pepperoni pizza. My son got the vodka penne pasta, my mom got the meatball grinder and I got the Greek salad with arugula and spinach and the spaghetti and meatballs. Everything on the menu said it was made in house including the dressings. And WOW!!!! The flavor these dishes had was top notch Italian and dishes were decent/big sized. Cost wasn't as high as we thought, and the server was extremely accommodating. I would recommend this place to anyone passing through. Great job to the cooks, amazing!!! Great service by Connor L, we appreciate all you did with my accommodations and that you were attentive even though you were the only server. We did not feel forgotten about read more

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On the recommendation of a friend we stopped in a late lunch. Being a Monday, mid-day, the place was pretty quiet but the waitress was very attentive and we were able to get the primo table on the patio overlooking the Arkansas River. I ordered a Row Me cocktail and my husband had a Sangria, both refreshing and delicious. We ordered a small River Guide pizza which was 6 large slices (we took home 2). Be aware it has tons of garlic cloves and jalapenos on it. It was very tasty but spicy. Great meal with a great view. read more

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Great view of the river. Food and service were fine. Not great but not bad. Kinda pricey for the quality and portion but a nice place to have a beer and pizza. read more

Omgsh the whitewater cowboy pizza was probably the best pizza I've ever had. The crust was crispy and phenomenal, I usually always leave the crust but this crust? I couldn't help myself! The salad was large and everything was fresh! We sat outside on the balcony overlooking the river and it was perfect! We will def be back when we're back in Salida read more

Corey was super friendly , fresh tomatoe basil soup was magnifico texture, the beet salad was fresh with roasted red pepper goat cheese. We will return for fresh pasta and sauce !! read more

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It sticks to their billing as the best deck in Salida. Gorgeous view of the river and people frolicking about. The service was fine - it's a pizza joint so it's understandably casual. The pizza was great! I love a delicious thin crust pizza and this place delivers! read more

Pizza was pretty great. Stayed in town for the weekend and stopped in for dinner. Sat at the bar. Good beer, good food and great service. I would definitely go again. read more

Excellent pizza! I look forward to going back. It's a bit pricey, especially if you make your own with a lot of toppings. It's in the best location and the patio views of the Arkansas River are really nice! read more

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Our waiter was great, the food was delicious and the wait time was good. (: The view of the Arkansas River was beautiful. read more

Pizza Rio - We got a '20 pizza 1/2 Arkansas Pepperoni and the other 1/2 being Rio Grande, would highly recommend this place! - Pizza Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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This place is the real deal if you like new york pizza. I lived in new york and was surprised how good it was. If it is your first time do it right and only have the cheese with no other toppings. If you want other toppings order a second pizza or slice but other toppings are not needed. The caesar salad was good too and good sized. read more

I knew better than to have high hopes about pizza in Colorado, but this place was recommended by an acquaintance who lives in town. Even she remarked that she was surprised at how bad this place has become after our experience with delivery. This is thoroughly greasy and disappointing pizza. The inner crust disintegrates because there is no structural integrity. It was essentially soup in the middle. We don't know how they take this pizza out of the oven with a straight face. The salad was laughable with wilted greens. The salad dressing was so thick, the texture of room temperature butter, it was a chore to adorn the salad. It didn't taste like much but was packed with fat. We gave up because we couldn't understand or appreciate this take on salad dressing. And that is the main attraction for a caesar salad. Oh, and we ordered some cheesecake. It wasn't as advertised. It was chocolate cheesecake. They must have given us the gluten free version but we didn't order that. We ordered traditional which amounts to vanilla. We can't stand chocolate cheesecake and we wouldn't have ordered it if we had known. The texture was tough and dense, not creamy. Be aware that there is an unexplained 1% service fee if you order online that is lumped in with tax. Nice grift. Believe me when I say, you are better off getting a frozen pizza at Safeway than eating here. When my friend ate lunch the next day, she opted for her leftover frozen pizza rather than her leftovers from here because the pizza was that bad. I opted to throw ours out as the pizza fell apart even attempting to get it out of the box refrigerated. There was no reasonable way to try and reheat it because it was soup disguised as pizza. read more

The pizza was great and the crust was excellent. The view was really great too. Highly recommend.

Food: we split a small White River Pizza ( not white but red sauce based) which was fantastic ! This spicy calabrese chili loaded pizza on a thin crust with pep, and mozzarella , ...not for the faint of heart! My hub had the Back Country Betty Wheat brew. It was sun shiney citrus & refreshing, though slightly bitter for his taste. I had the Italian margarita...tasted like the baby of a margarita & a mai tai. Perfect drink. Service: it was between lunch & dinner, so not busy. Jenson, just might be the nicest & most efficient server that we have had the pleasure of meeting. I mean, how often does your server say "I appreciate you," not once, but twice. He was prompt, friendly & checked on us at a perfect pace. Ambiance: For those who have not been to Salida...do it. Such a cool little town. This pizza place has second story dining , with a small bar, indoor tables, not crammed together, and an open patio which overlooks the S. Arkansas River. It was so nice to dine while watching peeps & pups frolic in exquisite weather. It has been said that the owner/chef, was trained by a chef who was credited with winning "Best Pizza in the world" 13 years running! Well, that explains it! Will return! read more

Spent the day exploring Salida and had our dog with us so looking for a dog friendly restaurant and found Pizza Rio with their outdoor patio on the rooftop. Great views and loved sitting outside in a beautiful day watching people use the river and play. Served greeted us promptly and gave us time to look over the menu. We ordered the Paddler Hand-crushed tomato sauce, smoked provolone, pears, walnuts, gorgonzola & arugula, with fresh chives. Finished with a balsamic reduction glaze and added sausage to it! Wonderful. They brought the dog a water dish which was super nice Best way to enjoy a vacation lunch on a beautiful Colorado day!! read more

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This review does not cover the food, just service, as we did not get to eat here. We came in town from camping with our dogs and were recommended to eat here as they allow dogs on the patio. We were told to wait 5-10 minutes for a patio table. We had to wait there as there are no reservations or holds. They were kind and brought us water while we waited (odd that we were told to wait inside with the dogs but could not order food inside). Yay - our table is ready. My husband went to the table before me and was told no, we can't have the table. It was reserved. After much back and forth about whether tables can be reserved we were told it was because it was for friends of the owners. We could wait longer for another table. Um, no. Not going to do that. So we are elsewhere. read more

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Ordered a pizza for delivery. Delivery man showed up an hour late with the wrong order. The delivery man then left and never came back. We called Pizza Rio and were told their delivery service is through a 3rd party only, so once they pass off the food there's nothing they can do, and they were closing. It was not clear when we ordered that we were using a third party. Pretty frustrating, especially in a small town. read more

Stopped in for a quick beer and pizza rio was perfect! It happened to be happy hour with half off draft beers ($3.50 local IPAs!). We didn't try any food but the pizza and salads looked delicious. The server was super friendly. Great spot right on the river in the main area with a great view! read more

From start to finish, what a fantastic dining experience at Pizza Rio. The restaurant is super cute. Think beach house vibes. It was within walking distance of where we were staying and is now my first choice spot for future visits to Salida. Lots of fresh food options on the menu and top-notch service from every staff member we interacted with throughout our meal. I ordered the Cold Italian sandwich, and it was absolutely delicious. One of the freshest sandwiches I've ever tasted, and it's making my mouth water just thinking about it. My partner had a spaghetti dish that was so good, it made me regret not ordering it for myself. And of course, their spicy Bloody Mary was a deliciously perfect complement to the food. We even ordered a cheese pizza to-go for the kids, and they loved it. Fun and laid-back atmosphere that can get busy, especially for larger crowds. I didn't know much about Salida before this trip, and now I'm simply amazed by the quality of service and ingredients this town is capable of. Would love to check out the outdoor seating when the weather is warmer. read more

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Food and service were excellent. Great view of the river. Conor was the greatest! Really helped my wife with food suggestions with her milk allergy. read more

Great pizza, views, and atmosphere. And they deliver! If you like New York style pizza. This is the place to go!

Amazing riverside patio with super friendly service, quick and delicious food. Our chicken parm sandwich and Greek salad were just divine. The vodka sauce is not spicy at all, but real flavorful. I would definitely come back through to grab another one and try the pizza. read more

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We were super hungry driving into Salida and picked this place because it was downtown and had a lovely view! We sat on the deck and ordered a delicious pizza...half cheese (for the little) and River Guide. DEEELISH! The crust is perfect. My only complaint was that it was super greasy. Like, grease dripping off the pizza greasy. But otherwise, very tasty. Hubs and I shared the greek salad which was also really good. I had the sangria, which I typically do not order, but it was lovely on such a warm day. We'd definitely come back here if visiting Salida again. read more

Love this place! The pizza is delicious, tasty beer and great service. We arrived during homecoming dinner for local youth and the place was slammed. Our server whose name I've forgotten was so kind and had a great attitude. Will definitely be back. read more

Excellent food, local draft beers for $3 with tax during happy hour, and fast service given the memorial weekend rush. The chicken parm sandwich may be the best I have ever had, the bread tastes like a fermented sourdough, the chicken juicy and not greasy. Pizza is classic NY style. A+ all around and no reason at all not to go and see for yourself read more

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Update - we were in Salida once again and made it a point to eat at Pizza Rio. Still good, great staff, beautiful views. read more

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10/10 margherita pizza, delicious pasta reviews from my family, and excellent service from Cory! The outdoor patio is also heated which was a HUGE plus on a chilly night. read more

We enjoyed our pizza and beer at the indoor bar, and have done the same outside. You won't go wrong stopping in here for a slice or a whole pie! read more

Food was fabulous. We have the bruschetta and spaghetti with meatballs..,, Yummmm Conner was the best server, really great with recommendations and service!!! We are traveling but would come back here in a heart beat!!!! read more

Great place for lunch on the Arkansas River in Salida! Jenson was our server and he is Great! read more

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Pizza did not have visible sauce and so we asked for some extra pizza sauce. It was brought to us when we had one slice left and we were charged an extra $3 for it. read more

Server was very friendly. Craft beer was delicious. Pizza was on point! Sat on the patio and had a great view of the river. read more

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A sign near the sidewalk entrance to Pizza Rio says "dog friendly" so, looking for an early (4:30p) dinner on our way to Edwards COv this afternoon we decided to stop at this Salida riverfront roof deck pizza place. Our server was not delighted to see we had a dog, and made a big deal of having to walk around him, but ultimately she warmed up to him. From the rooftop dining area, there is a nice, but obstructed view of the Arkansas River and the rafters, surfers and swimmers enjoy ping the chilly water on a warm day. Eager to get some food quickly and get back on the road we ordered a 1/2 cheese 1/2 pepperoni 16" pie. Simply stated, this style of pie was not our cup of tea. Not the crust, the sauce, or the greasy cheese. Pizza is a highly personal taste. This wasn't ours. Based on others' reviews, we are apparently in the minority. To each his own. read more

I've always been such a loyal fan of another great local pizza joint, it felt like I was doing wrong- well then, I don't wanna be right! Great place at the top of quite a few stairs, above the boathouse with a great view Hubby and I shared a house salad- don't let it device you- their are layers of salad tucked in that bowl, not just a bunch of lettuce with a little veg on top... was so pleasantly surprised. The spaghetti and meatballs were to die for, both very fresh! Our waiter, Eric was so attentive and easy going, made us feel special in such a casual joint. I hope he's there when you visit, and visit you must! read more

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Two thumbs down. Have fired them after many disappointing experiences. First and foremost, don't have a manager on duty that cannot resolve an issue. The only person that apologized for disappointing service and food was the delivery guy - hope he got the entire tip. All food was cold and soggy and late. About the only thing going for them is location - you pay for that not the food. read more

This is my favorite pizza in Salida. However, the prices have become ridiculous. $60 for two small pizzas, water, and that's before tip. Will be a long while before I return. read more

Loved the Ambiance of this place and where it was placed. The pizza itself is Huge and more of a Brooklyn/NY style pizza- which I love. I did think it lacked the taste but had the look down to the T of a Brooklyn style Pizza. People were very sweet and restaurant was very clean. Will definitely try again. read more

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First time in Salida. Stopped for a break on our way through town. Upstairs above street overlooking the river, clean, pleasant atmosphere. Pizza and other menu options were excellent. Above average beer options. Service was friendly and polite. Slightly high on pricing but would definitely would stop again. read more

Pizza Rio - Pizza Near Me - Salida, Colorado

Great location and view. Order a specialty pizza. We enjoyed a pepperoni, garlic, honey, and Calabrian peppers pizza. Wonderful.

Best Pizza in Town! There is not a close second place. Had the house salad and the 20" Salida Supreme. Perhaps the best pizza in the last few years. The ambiance is equally great. 2nd floor pizza joint overlooking the Arkansas River. Service is exceptional. read more

Pizza Rio - View from my table - Pizza Near Me - Salida, Colorado

This place has the most awesome staff!! Their food is fabulous as well. Such a great variety of pizzas. The staff went above and beyond our expectations and made our event so great. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!! When in Salida, Pizza Rio is the best!! read more