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In 1948, five miles north of El Paso, on the old highway to Las Cruces, New Mexico, we began cooking authentic Mexican food for friends, family, and wayward travelers. Today, almost 65 years and a few generations later, our reputation for serving the finest in authentic Mexican cuisine still exists. In an age of prefabricated chain restaurants looking to replicate the look and feel of an iconic local haunt, one step into the “Riv” tells you that the atmosphere and food remain as authentic and local as ever.
Hours
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5218 Doniphan Dr, El Paso, TX 79932
Phone: (915) 584-1542
Website: https://www.therivieraelpaso.com/
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Reviews
Lexie
Avoid this place!!
I’ve left my share of restaurants disappointed, but it isn’t often I leave one outright angry!
I travel often, with my dog, and whenever I find a dog friendly restaurant I like to give them my patronage. So when I found this one (apparently the only Mexican place in El Paso that allows dogs), I drove across the mountain to eat on their patio.
I walk in, the hostest tells me, just go around to the back and go in the door there (a big black door with no clear signage). I did so, and still had to go into the bar to ask for some services (having to basically yell to the bar tender, causing other customers to have to get her attention for me).
The guy comes out and takes my order. I’m the only one on the patio. The Chili Colorado was good, I’ll give them that, but it was the ONLY thing that was good!
If “not my job” was a person, it would be the server Josh!!
I asked for the heat to be turned on. He said they didn’t work yet (not sure why since it was all plugged up to the propane correctly). So I had to eat my meal in the cold. I was already there, so I decided to stay even though I thought his answer was BS.
In the course of my meal, it also got dark. I didn’t see Josh for the rest of my meal (could have used some extra napkins and a drink refill). So by the time I got up to go look for him to ask for the check it was already dark. He brought me the check and said “I don’t know why the lights aren’t working” (probably because you didn’t bother to flip the switch, lazy! ) and I had to sign my check in the dark.
I also noted that the bar area had not been cleaned recently, as there was an empty glass, but no other customers in sight.
Definitely not the experience I expected to have and not a place I’d recommend for anyone to go to!
… moreI’ve left my share of restaurants disappointed, but it isn’t often I leave one outright angry!
I travel often, with my dog, and whenever I find a dog friendly restaurant I like to give them my patronage. So when I found this one (apparently the only Mexican place in El Paso that allows dogs), I drove across the mountain to eat on their patio.
I walk in, the hostest tells me, just go around to the back and go in the door there (a big black door with no clear signage). I did so, and still had to go into the bar to ask for some services (having to basically yell to the bar tender, causing other customers to have to get her attention for me).
The guy comes out and takes my order. I’m the only one on the patio. The Chili Colorado was good, I’ll give them that, but it was the ONLY thing that was good!
If “not my job” was a person, it would be the server Josh!!
I asked for the heat to be turned on. He said they didn’t work yet (not sure why since it was all plugged up to the propane correctly). So I had to eat my meal in the cold. I was already there, so I decided to stay even though I thought his answer was BS.
In the course of my meal, it also got dark. I didn’t see Josh for the rest of my meal (could have used some extra napkins and a drink refill). So by the time I got up to go look for him to ask for the check it was already dark. He brought me the check and said “I don’t know why the lights aren’t working” (probably because you didn’t bother to flip the switch, lazy! ) and I had to sign my check in the dark.
I also noted that the bar area had not been cleaned recently, as there was an empty glass, but no other customers in sight.
Definitely not the experience I expected to have and not a place I’d recommend for anyone to go to!
April Hernandez
Had a large birthday party there last night and we started on the patio but it started raining. We were invited into the party room and our server Luis who was literally servicing 14 people helped us. He ran around for a good 3 hours helping us. Even joined in on our group photo. WTG LUIS! Everyone loved the food. Tacos de alambre are delish as always!!!
… moredeanna mejia
We come regularly and have HAD wonderful service. The last few times the service had not been the best. We tried to give the benefit of doubt with the new staff but it’s just not working. The other bartender Ashley was always on top of drinks and making sure her customers were happy. This new girl is eating behind the bar while customers are waiting for drinks. We asked a server where our drinks were as we were waiting quite a while for them and he apologized and said he was waiting for drinks also. We Waited about 45 minutes for our food as well, and we had the special which was tacos and a quesadilla. The wait time all around was ridiculous. The atmosphere was not the same.
… moreRussell Seward
I eat here often and it’s usually good, but some days are better than others. It’s traditional El Paso style Mexican food. Their house made red enchilada sauce is great as is their salsa. They also have a nice variety of daily alcoholic beverage specials. They seem to have a revolving door of young inexperienced servers, so don’t expect much in the way of service, but it’s reasonably priced, and the portions are generous. My wife and I often share the combo dos and it’s plenty of food for the two of us.
… moreElena Flores
This is a great spot to enjoy delicious mexican food and pitcher of margaritas with family.
… moreCarlos Rios
Nice and rustic place. Great service. They made it aware in advance that they were understaffed. The food is good and the salsa rocks! The cantina is the place to hang! Awesome service, specials, and a nice pour!
… moreRiva Snell
We were a party of 24!!!!!
Our server was great. She kept the salsa and chips coming while maintaining everyone’s beverage. The food was great and the servings were pretty good size. I took home leftovers and will enjoy them again later. I cannot wait to get the opportunity to go back again!
… moreOur server was great. She kept the salsa and chips coming while maintaining everyone’s beverage. The food was great and the servings were pretty good size. I took home leftovers and will enjoy them again later. I cannot wait to get the opportunity to go back again!
hector moreno
This is one of the most horrible Mexican food restaurants in our area. Service super slow. Host is incredibly rude, on her phone. Food took very long to be served. Missing items on our order. Area by kitchen smells like pee. Never again. To many Mexican food restaurants in our area that are so much better.
… moreJ. Jael M.
Food and staff are great! The dirty restroom smell slaps you in the face as soon as you walk in. I had to cover my face while picking up my to go order. The young lady that helped me was very polite and apologetic. I really felt bad complaining to her, but the owners desperately need to have a professional sanitation company to come and remedy the putrid smell. I will never be returning. This is really unacceptable.
… moreXandra Kantu
This place has been around for a while so I knew I had to try it.
The hostess wasn’t too friendly but our waiter was so he made up for it. The tortilla soup was flavorful, but lacked chicken. The gorditas were very good although my mom thought they were on the spicy side, my five year old was able to eat them however. The Chile rellenos were also very delicious. My sister only had dessert, the churros with ice cream and she was very happy with it.
My only complaint and it’s sad because it was the main reason I wanted to try this place: the margaritas. I had been told I needed to try them. So I ordered the Coronarita ($10). The margarita itself had absolutely no flavor. It tasted like a water slushee. Then I added the Corona hoping it would help but it ended up tasting like watered down beer. I was so disappointed. Maybe their other margarita offerings are better. I’ll give them a try some other time.
They also have a small bar next door that stays open after the restaurant closes.
… moreThe hostess wasn’t too friendly but our waiter was so he made up for it. The tortilla soup was flavorful, but lacked chicken. The gorditas were very good although my mom thought they were on the spicy side, my five year old was able to eat them however. The Chile rellenos were also very delicious. My sister only had dessert, the churros with ice cream and she was very happy with it.
My only complaint and it’s sad because it was the main reason I wanted to try this place: the margaritas. I had been told I needed to try them. So I ordered the Coronarita ($10). The margarita itself had absolutely no flavor. It tasted like a water slushee. Then I added the Corona hoping it would help but it ended up tasting like watered down beer. I was so disappointed. Maybe their other margarita offerings are better. I’ll give them a try some other time.
They also have a small bar next door that stays open after the restaurant closes.