Cafe Rio Guide
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio at Cafe Rio
The Cafe Rio item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Fire Grilled Chicken for Tostada, at 18.2g of protein per 100 calories.
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein | P/100cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Tostada | 181 | 33g | 18.2g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Tacos | 144 | 26g | 18.1g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Enchiladas | 144 | 26g | 18.1g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Quesadilla | 361 | 65g | 18g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Burrito | 361 | 65g | 18g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Nachos | 289 | 52g | 18g |
| Fire Grilled Chicken for Salad | 217 | 39g | 18g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Salad | 130 | 21g | 16.2g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Tostada | 87 | 14g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Quesadilla | 217 | 35g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Nachos | 174 | 28g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Enchiladas | 87 | 14g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Tacos | 87 | 14g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Salmon for Burrito | 217 | 35g | 16.1g |
| Fire Grilled Steak for Tostada | 126 | 19g | 15.1g |
Across all 202 menu items we track at Cafe Rio, the median is about 120 calories and 4g of protein — so the best protein-to-calorie ratio picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best best protein-to-calorie ratio option at Cafe Rio?
- The Cafe Rio item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Fire Grilled Chicken for Tostada, at 18.2g of protein per 100 calories.
- What else at Cafe Rio fits best protein-to-calorie ratio?
- The Fire Grilled Chicken for Tacos is another strong pick — 144 calories, 26g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.