Rio California Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Rio California, a unique gem nestled in Oakland's charming Preservation Park. This Brazilian-New American restaurant offers a delightful fusion that caters to both adventurous palates and traditional tastes. Guests rave about the moist jerk chicken, praised for its perfect spice blend and tender texture. For those seeking something different, the Creamy Chipotle Mole Shrimp and the authentic Feijoada showcase the restaurant's commitment to rich flavors and hearty portions.

Whether savoring a quick lunch close to BART or enjoying the lovely outdoor seating, diners appreciate the warm hospitality and knowledgeable service from the staff. The menu also features refreshing beverages, including Guarana, a beloved Brazilian soda. With dishes like fish tacos and Coxinha making appearances, there’s something for everyone. Rio California is truly a must-visit, blending culinary adventure with a cozy atmosphere.

Jerk Chicken

Served with rice and salad.

$17.95

Coxinhas

3 pieces. Brazilian popular street food chicken croquettes served with salad.

$17.95

Shrimp with Grilled Veggies on A Creamy Chipotle Sauce

Served with salad, rice or mashed potatoes.

$19.95

Chicken Breast with Lemon Butter

Rosemary sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and salad.

$18.75

Jerk Chicken Burrito

Served with salad and corn chips.

$14.95

Chicken Caesar Salad

Served with cilantro garlic dressing.

$14.95

Greek Salad

$14.95

Grilled Tilapia with Cappers

Butter sauce.

$18.95

Feijoada

Only on Wednesdays and Thursdays Brazilian national dish black beans stew with sausages and pork served with rice, collard greens, and farofa yucca flour.

$19.95

Creamy Lemon Sea Food Risotto

Served with fish, shrimp, and mussels served with salad.

$19.95

Fish Tacos

3 pieces.

$16.95

Grilled Veggies Burrito

Served with salad and corn chips.

$14.95

Chicken Fajita Tostada

Served with corn chips.

$16.95

Biscoito de Chocolate

Chocolate filled chocolate cookies

$3.50

Bonbon Garoto 300g

Assorted chocolate bonbons

$7.99

Flavored San Pelegrino

Fruit-flavored Italian carbonated sodas. Pomegranate, Blood Orange, Clementine, Lemon, Orange

$2.75

Guarana or Pellegrino

Brazilian soda or carbonated water

$3.00

Domestic Sodas and Waters

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and La Croix

$2.00

Beverages