Rio Grande is a Portuguese family-run restaurant in Protea Heights, Cape Town, serving daily specials with a choice of sides. Open for two decades, it offers cocktails and hearty meals. The menu changes daily, with options like burgers, crumbed mushrooms, and T-Bone steaks, each served with two sides such as chips, onion rings, or mashed potatoes. Cocktails and jam jars are available, with a discount on Sundays.

The restaurant operates from Monday to Saturday, opening at ten in the morning and staying open till late. On Sundays, it opens at midday and closes at eight in the evening. The location in Protea Heights Shopping Centre makes it accessible for both locals and visitors.

Rio Grande is known for its sit-down specials, with a different dish featured each day. The family-run aspect adds a personal touch to the dining experience, making it a reliable spot for a meal in Protea Heights.