Fresh food, typical fast food prices ($6-$9) and a fresh, clean, well-stocked salsa bar. Their burritos are the perfect size (really filling but not Chipotle-gigantic) and they offer a whole-wheat tortilla so you can walk away feeling healthy. Good service and the line moves quickly but the food can take awhile to cook during lunch rush since it's all made-to-order. I tried to call ahead to place an order but was on hold for more than five minutes so decided to just drive over there and didn't have to wait long. Restaurant is clean and has plenty of seating. They have a great birthday club - sign up and you get a free meal every year!
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Scott C.
We stopped here for lunch on a whim, and are so happy that we did. We are weekly guests at Cafe Rio and I have eaten at Chipotle locations around the country. We tried the California Bowl (think Chipotle burrito bowl) and also the enchilada plate. Both were amazing. The bowl was so fresh it made the Chipotle bowl taste like last week's left overs. They have 4 self serve salsas which are varied and full of flavor, and the enchilada sauce is robust like La Frontera's. I wish there were one in Sandy, UT.
(5)
Steven R.
Excellent!!! ...I finally found a Rubio's up here that is honest and great! :) ...I was worried about having to go Rubio's free up here because I was royally ripped off by the other two Rubio's here in SLC. I moved here from Phoenix where every Rubio's gives you a true fish portion in the taco where you can actually taste fish and experience a fish taco rather than corn tortilla and sauce. I was wonderfully delighted at dinner to finally have Rubio's back ***This Sugarhouse Rubio's is the only one to go to up here!*** The other two suck, and suck bad.
(5)
Vida A.
I remember these fish tacos being so much better. We came on $1.50 fish taco tuesday and they weren't has flavorful as I remember them, quite bland really. Chips and salsa were ok. Salsa bar is great. Parking is always tough.
(3)
Shauna S.
Clean, fresh restaurant. They cater and have unique food. Salsa bar with lots of drink options.
(4)
Tina E.
I am confused why this location would have 4 stars! The cashier was rude. Her coworkers were no help at all and very unprofessional. The salsa bar was disgusting. Such a mess and not stocked. I didnt even get salsa. The cup lids were dusty that I didn't even grab one. I had to wipe off my plastic fork just to feel better about using it. The bathroom wasn't clean or stocked. The tables were a mess and I had to wipe it off myself just to sit down. Not to mention the wait was ridiculous. If I hadn't just drove 12 hours from Arizona with my 2 girls we would've left. Then as I'm sitting here an order after us get served before us. How is that? Will not come back!
(1)
Thomas H.
Good food. Good peeps. Seems a decent amount of turn over on the staff though. Not sure if that is normal for this type of business but it stands out to me. Maybe it's just the times I come by though. Not bad over all. Clean store and good quality food. It's smart to order 5-10 minutes ahead if you are able to. That way you have no waiting once you arrive.
(5)
Jerry G.
My second time here over 5 visits to Salt Lake City. Why? Pros: - the line has moved quickly when ordering. Some of that is luck since the people in front of us wanted to get their orders in and move on. Yes, but the service was prompt with the right questions thrown in. - they take your name and, it appears, they prepare the food at that time. - they bring the food to the table. - the plate presentation appears "fast foodish". I had the coastal platter with 3 tacos- the original fish taco, a shrimp taco, and a tilapia taco. They were spread apart on the plate, somewhat messy. But the tastes ( sauces, ingredients) were all complimentary, different across the 3 tacos and very fresh. My favorite was the original taco. Get 5 napkins, 4 won't do. -the salsa sauces for any chips or sides are up front to the right of the soda dispensers. The hot sauce wasn't overly hot but gave out a kick every once in a while. Cons - only one, the parking lot out front resembles a NASCAR rally. I gotta believe there has to be an accident there every day. Better to park out in back of Rubios and use that door to enter. Coming back? Yupp, next time in town.
(4)
H Y.
Affordable, quick, and delicious food. This location is not as nice as the one on 4 South. However, because it is not as busy, you do get your food quickly. Not the best Mexican in town but it is pretty darn good. Will be back.
(4)
Val W.
For fast food this place is always fresh and tasty. I don't feel guilty eating fast food when I come here. The shrimp tacos are to die for. This store is managed well. Fast and friendly service. It's hidden in a shopping mall but it's worth the trip.
(4)
Sharon H.
OMG. A 50 minute wait for " fast food"! Yea, it's Cinco de Mayo but come on staff more people. The staff is doing the best they can but shame on management.
(1)
Edward B.
I wish this review was because I had eaten lunch but instead I spent my time behind two rude women who were on the phone half the time reading the menu to there mom who was in the car out front. And after about five minutes of this nonsense and they were almost done the cashier begum to describe how everything was made to them and make small talk in Spanish. Absolutely unnecessary and just annoying to me as a customer.... Next time maybe the cashier can get a clue and realize not everyone has the time to wait while you entertain rude people in your line. Get on with it I don't have all day!
(1)
Cristiano G.
Great place. I love to eat outside. Cool place to eat with friends
(4)
K R.
While I love this place and it always is fast and the food is great. I recently had the worst experience and the best. It was Christmas Eve and I walk in to get food to go. The people in front of me were so kind and bought my food. I went home after an errand and found I got a fish burrito instead of my bean and cheese. I called and let the person know on the phone the problem. He didn't seem surprised - (I assume the other person already called as well). He said he appologizes and that I just needed to come back and they would remake it. I let him know it would be friday because I live 20 minutes away and was already home with my 5 month old. He said not a problem. I went in Friday afternoon and let them know the situation. I also asked to purchase another drink. The woman asked if i had a receipt. I said well no. She said she would do it this one time. I said well can we call the guy who worked christmas eve. I didnt want her to think i was taking advantage of the situation. She said no but she will take care of it. I paid for my drink and waited. When she handed me my food Amanda said, "We can't do this anymore for you." I let her know that I have never done this let alone ever seen her before. I also felt very offended that she accused me of such actions. I was embarrassed and upset that someone could cause such a problem over a $4 burrito. I am writing this because you should know the poor skills Amanda as a manager has. I have worked in the service industry for years and that is how you lose customers. Maybe there should be a system of communication in your restaurant.
(2)
Beej C.
The acceptable face of chains. We seldom do fast food but come here regularly and have tried most of the tacos and salads. Food ( we generally get grilled fish tacos) is consistently good, comes fairly quickly(actually a good sign since you sense they make it to order) and staff seem genuinely pleasant. Very nice south facing terrace overlooking some simulacrum of Parleys Creek. This place is buried within the shopping center on the SE corner of Highland/11th East and 2100 South...north of Whole Foods.
(5)
Todd D.
Since taco carts have been seemingly banned from downtown Sugarhouse I have been experiencing withdrawal symptoms that have had me contemplating if I could find a way to put street tacos into a syringe in inject them directly into my arm. In the meantime I stopped into Rubio's to see if I could get a temporary fix. Maybe Rubio's could be like the methadone clinic of street tacos. The surf and turf plate was tasty but my conclusion is that it was overpriced and the jalapeños were essentially pickles which made me miss my taco cart that much more.
(3)
Kelie H.
As far as "fast food" goes, I am a big fan of Rubio's. It tastes a bit more fresh than your average fast food joint, and they have really yummy fish tacos ($1.50 on Tuesdays after 2:30pm) My aboslute fav thing, and this is going to sound weird, is their beans and chips. The beans are rather soupy, with a few chunks of actual bean here an there and have a very strong flavor of black pepper. I freaking love them. I pour in some of the fire roasted salsa and eat it all with chips. Their burritos are giant, tacos are yum, and I love the seafood selection. Definitely give it a try.
(4)
Lizzie W.
By far the best Mexican chain in Salt Lake, and believe me we have a large amount of them. Rubio's is as cheesy as they come. They have a very specific theme and decor, so it's probably best to acknowledge it and look past it. That's at least what I do, and thank God I'm able to, because the food is rewarding. Fish tacos, in Utah, a landlocked state? Very skeptical. But they turned out to be undeniably fresh, as most of the food is. I like the fact that they don't start the order until you place it. Some people might be turned off by having to wait 5-10 minutes, but I assure you it's well worth it. You can truly taste the difference. Perks include generous but reasonable serving sizes that allow you to feel full but NOT bloated. A clean restaurant, that I would feel comfortable eating in (wish I could say the same for others in the area, I'm looking at you Beto's) and the salsa bar. The salsa bar single handedly has won over my affections. It truly aids in helping add that extra kick I want in my food. Authentic? No. But I give them major accolades for not going the standard Americanized route by serving food that tastes unhealthy. Whether it is or not, is up for debate. But to me it tastes fresh, and for a chain restaurant? I find that very impressive.
(5)
D. W.
This is still mostly a treat and frequent visits still never quite seem to work out. They've also tinkered (negatively) with their sauces, but for fish tacos, it's still my tried and true. This is one that it's best to skip, unless you have some time on your hands. It's also a bit too messy to bring people to for lunch, unless they're either in to that or don't care.
(4)
Alex P.
Very friendly service. The food was fresh. However the dinning room needs a little more care in cleaning.
(3)
Joshua B.
Fish tacos, fish tacos, fish tacos. Yes I love me some fish tacos. These guys have the best fish tacos for your money and I love being able to have a salsa bar at my disposal to add the flavor mix that I want. The manager Jose from Las Vegas has made a effort to ensure that the food taste great every time.
(4)
Grace S.
I like to come here for the fish tacos on Tuesdays because their "traditional fish tacos" are only $1.50. However, around 6:30-7 pm, it is quite crowded. Still, it only takes about 10 minutes to place an order and get food though I can't complain too much. Around 8-8:30 pm on a Tuesday night, it wasn't so busy. I love the fried fish in the $1.50 tacos. The corn tortilla is a bit thick and soggy from the sauce. They use cabbage (instead of lettuce) as a filler, but I don't mind it too much. The extensive salsa bar is also cool with limes, onion/cilantro, and tomatillos as well as traditional salsas. I agree with Joey P. about the great patio. Also, if you sign up for their "beach fan club", you get a coupon for a free taco (any kind, any day!).
(4)
Josh F.
Never had I experienced such service as I did on this day and at this time. I will forever remember the lunch that was free for my birthday and as tasty as ambrosia from heaven. Thank you Rubios for your awesome food and great service. I love you.
(5)
Alisha P.
Rubio's is the best restaurant ever! They have a nice, cool air conditioned eating area inside. And for those who prefer to eat outside, there is a lovely little creek to sit by. Although most people frequent Rubio's for their fish tacos, which are delicious. Their grilled shrimp mesquite burrito makes the tacos look like McDonald's. I've been eating the shrimp burrito for at least five years now, and everyone I introduce to the shrimp burrito never get anything else. The owner is very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend eating at Rubio's, but don't forget to order the shrimp burrito!
(5)
terrence s.
It's the people who make a difference I work near my Rubio's, and I have to say the manager, Chris and all of his staff greet me with a warm welcome and smiles. The place is always CLEAN which is very important to me. The salsa bar is always fresh and clean. I would reccomend visiting the Sugar House Rubio's and see how staff makes a difference. The patio out back is just an added bonus, very relaxing.
(5)
Bradley S.
Fresh salsa bar, easy-in/easy-out, food is fine for a quick bite but not a place your dying to eat at
(3)
Ahmyah S.
The tacos are awesome!! Had the steak and shrimp tacos, just so yummy. I am usually always adding something to any type of food that I eat but not this time. I don't know what type of salsa and/or sauce they use but it was delicious!! No complaints at all great food and friendly staff.
(4)
Rosie M.
My steak taco was great! I'm allergic to seafood and I don't like chicken so that was the only thing I eat on the menu! The staff at Rubio's are very nice!
(4)
Jeff H.
My Rubio's review...in which I admit that a goofy beach taco chain won my heart! You know Rubio's. It's the taco joint that looks like it's owned by Jimmy Buffet. I never like places like that. Too much theme is just lame. (reference: Office Space). You can ignore the theme at Rubio's if you choose, but you'll be missing out on some tasty tacos. I always get the blackened Mahi-Mahi tacos. Then I douse those suckers with a liberal amount of the H-O-T salsa from their "steal all you can" salsa bar. Was that me walking out with 6 containers of salsa and a fistful of limes? None of your beeswax. I'll update this review when I get off my blackened Mahi obsession. Until then, stay outta my way at the salsa bar!
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Paula Rose W.
I really like this location when I have lots of errands in the area. They staff is always super friendly and in warmer months its nice to sit outside and listen to the little creek that runs through this shopping center. Be sure to check in w/ the yelp app on your smartphone as there are usually dining deals available.
(4)
Janean P.
I'm a long-time fan of Rubio's. When I first started dating my significant other Rubio's was 'our' place. I've never had a bad experience at this eatery. The employees are always friendly, the service prompt, the salsa fresh and plentiful. I can say this for every Rubio's I have visited in Salt Lake City, however, the patio of the Sugarhouse Rubio's really sets it apart as my favorite. Few fast food franchises have such a nice outdoor place to eat. The Hidden Hollow creek runs by with plenty of trees and umbrellas for shade. I've seen children playing by the water, dogs lounging on the grass, and occasionally ducks by the creek. It's like a little nature preserve in the middle of a strip mall.
(5)
Joey P.
Amazing patio! There is even a babbling brook flowing by. Oh, and the fish tacos are really good too.
(4)
Albert H.
Perfect location in Sugar House by Barnes & Noble for studying. This Rubio's runs a tight ship and is usually expeditious wih my food and like all Rubio's they are a great deal for what you get. Much, much better food than Del Taco or any other fast food Mexican food. Parking isn't so bad either, which is always a plus.
(4)
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Address :1160 East 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Kelsey C.
Fresh food, typical fast food prices ($6-$9) and a fresh, clean, well-stocked salsa bar. Their burritos are the perfect size (really filling but not Chipotle-gigantic) and they offer a whole-wheat tortilla so you can walk away feeling healthy. Good service and the line moves quickly but the food can take awhile to cook during lunch rush since it's all made-to-order. I tried to call ahead to place an order but was on hold for more than five minutes so decided to just drive over there and didn't have to wait long. Restaurant is clean and has plenty of seating. They have a great birthday club - sign up and you get a free meal every year!
(4)Scott C.
We stopped here for lunch on a whim, and are so happy that we did. We are weekly guests at Cafe Rio and I have eaten at Chipotle locations around the country. We tried the California Bowl (think Chipotle burrito bowl) and also the enchilada plate. Both were amazing. The bowl was so fresh it made the Chipotle bowl taste like last week's left overs. They have 4 self serve salsas which are varied and full of flavor, and the enchilada sauce is robust like La Frontera's. I wish there were one in Sandy, UT.
(5)Steven R.
Excellent!!! ...I finally found a Rubio's up here that is honest and great! :) ...I was worried about having to go Rubio's free up here because I was royally ripped off by the other two Rubio's here in SLC. I moved here from Phoenix where every Rubio's gives you a true fish portion in the taco where you can actually taste fish and experience a fish taco rather than corn tortilla and sauce. I was wonderfully delighted at dinner to finally have Rubio's back ***This Sugarhouse Rubio's is the only one to go to up here!*** The other two suck, and suck bad.
(5)Vida A.
I remember these fish tacos being so much better. We came on $1.50 fish taco tuesday and they weren't has flavorful as I remember them, quite bland really. Chips and salsa were ok. Salsa bar is great. Parking is always tough.
(3)Shauna S.
Clean, fresh restaurant. They cater and have unique food. Salsa bar with lots of drink options.
(4)Tina E.
I am confused why this location would have 4 stars! The cashier was rude. Her coworkers were no help at all and very unprofessional. The salsa bar was disgusting. Such a mess and not stocked. I didnt even get salsa. The cup lids were dusty that I didn't even grab one. I had to wipe off my plastic fork just to feel better about using it. The bathroom wasn't clean or stocked. The tables were a mess and I had to wipe it off myself just to sit down. Not to mention the wait was ridiculous. If I hadn't just drove 12 hours from Arizona with my 2 girls we would've left. Then as I'm sitting here an order after us get served before us. How is that? Will not come back!
(1)Thomas H.
Good food. Good peeps. Seems a decent amount of turn over on the staff though. Not sure if that is normal for this type of business but it stands out to me. Maybe it's just the times I come by though. Not bad over all. Clean store and good quality food. It's smart to order 5-10 minutes ahead if you are able to. That way you have no waiting once you arrive.
(5)Jerry G.
My second time here over 5 visits to Salt Lake City. Why? Pros: - the line has moved quickly when ordering. Some of that is luck since the people in front of us wanted to get their orders in and move on. Yes, but the service was prompt with the right questions thrown in. - they take your name and, it appears, they prepare the food at that time. - they bring the food to the table. - the plate presentation appears "fast foodish". I had the coastal platter with 3 tacos- the original fish taco, a shrimp taco, and a tilapia taco. They were spread apart on the plate, somewhat messy. But the tastes ( sauces, ingredients) were all complimentary, different across the 3 tacos and very fresh. My favorite was the original taco. Get 5 napkins, 4 won't do. -the salsa sauces for any chips or sides are up front to the right of the soda dispensers. The hot sauce wasn't overly hot but gave out a kick every once in a while. Cons - only one, the parking lot out front resembles a NASCAR rally. I gotta believe there has to be an accident there every day. Better to park out in back of Rubios and use that door to enter. Coming back? Yupp, next time in town.
(4)H Y.
Affordable, quick, and delicious food. This location is not as nice as the one on 4 South. However, because it is not as busy, you do get your food quickly. Not the best Mexican in town but it is pretty darn good. Will be back.
(4)Val W.
For fast food this place is always fresh and tasty. I don't feel guilty eating fast food when I come here. The shrimp tacos are to die for. This store is managed well. Fast and friendly service. It's hidden in a shopping mall but it's worth the trip.
(4)Sharon H.
OMG. A 50 minute wait for " fast food"! Yea, it's Cinco de Mayo but come on staff more people. The staff is doing the best they can but shame on management.
(1)Edward B.
I wish this review was because I had eaten lunch but instead I spent my time behind two rude women who were on the phone half the time reading the menu to there mom who was in the car out front. And after about five minutes of this nonsense and they were almost done the cashier begum to describe how everything was made to them and make small talk in Spanish. Absolutely unnecessary and just annoying to me as a customer.... Next time maybe the cashier can get a clue and realize not everyone has the time to wait while you entertain rude people in your line. Get on with it I don't have all day!
(1)Cristiano G.
Great place. I love to eat outside. Cool place to eat with friends
(4)K R.
While I love this place and it always is fast and the food is great. I recently had the worst experience and the best. It was Christmas Eve and I walk in to get food to go. The people in front of me were so kind and bought my food. I went home after an errand and found I got a fish burrito instead of my bean and cheese. I called and let the person know on the phone the problem. He didn't seem surprised - (I assume the other person already called as well). He said he appologizes and that I just needed to come back and they would remake it. I let him know it would be friday because I live 20 minutes away and was already home with my 5 month old. He said not a problem. I went in Friday afternoon and let them know the situation. I also asked to purchase another drink. The woman asked if i had a receipt. I said well no. She said she would do it this one time. I said well can we call the guy who worked christmas eve. I didnt want her to think i was taking advantage of the situation. She said no but she will take care of it. I paid for my drink and waited. When she handed me my food Amanda said, "We can't do this anymore for you." I let her know that I have never done this let alone ever seen her before. I also felt very offended that she accused me of such actions. I was embarrassed and upset that someone could cause such a problem over a $4 burrito. I am writing this because you should know the poor skills Amanda as a manager has. I have worked in the service industry for years and that is how you lose customers. Maybe there should be a system of communication in your restaurant.
(2)Beej C.
The acceptable face of chains. We seldom do fast food but come here regularly and have tried most of the tacos and salads. Food ( we generally get grilled fish tacos) is consistently good, comes fairly quickly(actually a good sign since you sense they make it to order) and staff seem genuinely pleasant. Very nice south facing terrace overlooking some simulacrum of Parleys Creek. This place is buried within the shopping center on the SE corner of Highland/11th East and 2100 South...north of Whole Foods.
(5)Todd D.
Since taco carts have been seemingly banned from downtown Sugarhouse I have been experiencing withdrawal symptoms that have had me contemplating if I could find a way to put street tacos into a syringe in inject them directly into my arm. In the meantime I stopped into Rubio's to see if I could get a temporary fix. Maybe Rubio's could be like the methadone clinic of street tacos. The surf and turf plate was tasty but my conclusion is that it was overpriced and the jalapeños were essentially pickles which made me miss my taco cart that much more.
(3)Kelie H.
As far as "fast food" goes, I am a big fan of Rubio's. It tastes a bit more fresh than your average fast food joint, and they have really yummy fish tacos ($1.50 on Tuesdays after 2:30pm) My aboslute fav thing, and this is going to sound weird, is their beans and chips. The beans are rather soupy, with a few chunks of actual bean here an there and have a very strong flavor of black pepper. I freaking love them. I pour in some of the fire roasted salsa and eat it all with chips. Their burritos are giant, tacos are yum, and I love the seafood selection. Definitely give it a try.
(4)Lizzie W.
By far the best Mexican chain in Salt Lake, and believe me we have a large amount of them. Rubio's is as cheesy as they come. They have a very specific theme and decor, so it's probably best to acknowledge it and look past it. That's at least what I do, and thank God I'm able to, because the food is rewarding. Fish tacos, in Utah, a landlocked state? Very skeptical. But they turned out to be undeniably fresh, as most of the food is. I like the fact that they don't start the order until you place it. Some people might be turned off by having to wait 5-10 minutes, but I assure you it's well worth it. You can truly taste the difference. Perks include generous but reasonable serving sizes that allow you to feel full but NOT bloated. A clean restaurant, that I would feel comfortable eating in (wish I could say the same for others in the area, I'm looking at you Beto's) and the salsa bar. The salsa bar single handedly has won over my affections. It truly aids in helping add that extra kick I want in my food. Authentic? No. But I give them major accolades for not going the standard Americanized route by serving food that tastes unhealthy. Whether it is or not, is up for debate. But to me it tastes fresh, and for a chain restaurant? I find that very impressive.
(5)D. W.
This is still mostly a treat and frequent visits still never quite seem to work out. They've also tinkered (negatively) with their sauces, but for fish tacos, it's still my tried and true. This is one that it's best to skip, unless you have some time on your hands. It's also a bit too messy to bring people to for lunch, unless they're either in to that or don't care.
(4)Alex P.
Very friendly service. The food was fresh. However the dinning room needs a little more care in cleaning.
(3)Joshua B.
Fish tacos, fish tacos, fish tacos. Yes I love me some fish tacos. These guys have the best fish tacos for your money and I love being able to have a salsa bar at my disposal to add the flavor mix that I want. The manager Jose from Las Vegas has made a effort to ensure that the food taste great every time.
(4)Grace S.
I like to come here for the fish tacos on Tuesdays because their "traditional fish tacos" are only $1.50. However, around 6:30-7 pm, it is quite crowded. Still, it only takes about 10 minutes to place an order and get food though I can't complain too much. Around 8-8:30 pm on a Tuesday night, it wasn't so busy. I love the fried fish in the $1.50 tacos. The corn tortilla is a bit thick and soggy from the sauce. They use cabbage (instead of lettuce) as a filler, but I don't mind it too much. The extensive salsa bar is also cool with limes, onion/cilantro, and tomatillos as well as traditional salsas. I agree with Joey P. about the great patio. Also, if you sign up for their "beach fan club", you get a coupon for a free taco (any kind, any day!).
(4)Josh F.
Never had I experienced such service as I did on this day and at this time. I will forever remember the lunch that was free for my birthday and as tasty as ambrosia from heaven. Thank you Rubios for your awesome food and great service. I love you.
(5)Alisha P.
Rubio's is the best restaurant ever! They have a nice, cool air conditioned eating area inside. And for those who prefer to eat outside, there is a lovely little creek to sit by. Although most people frequent Rubio's for their fish tacos, which are delicious. Their grilled shrimp mesquite burrito makes the tacos look like McDonald's. I've been eating the shrimp burrito for at least five years now, and everyone I introduce to the shrimp burrito never get anything else. The owner is very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend eating at Rubio's, but don't forget to order the shrimp burrito!
(5)terrence s.
It's the people who make a difference I work near my Rubio's, and I have to say the manager, Chris and all of his staff greet me with a warm welcome and smiles. The place is always CLEAN which is very important to me. The salsa bar is always fresh and clean. I would reccomend visiting the Sugar House Rubio's and see how staff makes a difference. The patio out back is just an added bonus, very relaxing.
(5)Bradley S.
Fresh salsa bar, easy-in/easy-out, food is fine for a quick bite but not a place your dying to eat at
(3)Ahmyah S.
The tacos are awesome!! Had the steak and shrimp tacos, just so yummy. I am usually always adding something to any type of food that I eat but not this time. I don't know what type of salsa and/or sauce they use but it was delicious!! No complaints at all great food and friendly staff.
(4)Rosie M.
My steak taco was great! I'm allergic to seafood and I don't like chicken so that was the only thing I eat on the menu! The staff at Rubio's are very nice!
(4)Jeff H.
My Rubio's review...in which I admit that a goofy beach taco chain won my heart! You know Rubio's. It's the taco joint that looks like it's owned by Jimmy Buffet. I never like places like that. Too much theme is just lame. (reference: Office Space). You can ignore the theme at Rubio's if you choose, but you'll be missing out on some tasty tacos. I always get the blackened Mahi-Mahi tacos. Then I douse those suckers with a liberal amount of the H-O-T salsa from their "steal all you can" salsa bar. Was that me walking out with 6 containers of salsa and a fistful of limes? None of your beeswax. I'll update this review when I get off my blackened Mahi obsession. Until then, stay outta my way at the salsa bar!
(4)Paula Rose W.
I really like this location when I have lots of errands in the area. They staff is always super friendly and in warmer months its nice to sit outside and listen to the little creek that runs through this shopping center. Be sure to check in w/ the yelp app on your smartphone as there are usually dining deals available.
(4)Janean P.
I'm a long-time fan of Rubio's. When I first started dating my significant other Rubio's was 'our' place. I've never had a bad experience at this eatery. The employees are always friendly, the service prompt, the salsa fresh and plentiful. I can say this for every Rubio's I have visited in Salt Lake City, however, the patio of the Sugarhouse Rubio's really sets it apart as my favorite. Few fast food franchises have such a nice outdoor place to eat. The Hidden Hollow creek runs by with plenty of trees and umbrellas for shade. I've seen children playing by the water, dogs lounging on the grass, and occasionally ducks by the creek. It's like a little nature preserve in the middle of a strip mall.
(5)Joey P.
Amazing patio! There is even a babbling brook flowing by. Oh, and the fish tacos are really good too.
(4)Albert H.
Perfect location in Sugar House by Barnes & Noble for studying. This Rubio's runs a tight ship and is usually expeditious wih my food and like all Rubio's they are a great deal for what you get. Much, much better food than Del Taco or any other fast food Mexican food. Parking isn't so bad either, which is always a plus.
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