📍 El Rio, California

Best of El Rio, CA

The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in El Rio, CA — mapped and organized by category.

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About El Rio

El Rio is a small, rural unincorporated town in Ventura County, California, situated on the northeast side of the 101 Freeway and south of the Santa Clara River. Originally founded in 1875 as New Jerusalem, the community was renamed around 1900 near where the coastal railroad line crosses the river. Vineyard Avenue serves as the central business district for this largely residential area.

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Two Trees Restaurant and Taps

Two Trees Restaurant and Taps is a dining spot in the Sterling Hills neighborhood. It serves breakfast, lunch, Mexican cuisine, as well as steak house and grill options.

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Best Hotels in El Rio

13 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.

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Best Restaurants in El Rio

9 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.

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Best Bars & Nightlife in El Rio

1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.

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Best Things to Do in El Rio

1 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.

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Best Parks & Outdoors in El Rio

31 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.

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