A Lake Norman Mexican restaurant is taking over a former Chili’s location in Charlotte
Locally owned Rio 150, a Mexican restaurant that’s quickly expanding from its home base in Lake Norman, is set to open a fourth location in Charlotte’s Steele Creek neighborhood.
The go-to spot featured on “America’s Best Restaurants” in 2023 has now taken over the former Chili’s Grill & Bar building in Whitehall Commons.
Soon, customers will be sipping on its margaritas — well known in the Mooresville area for their shareable size — and traditional-style tacos.
“We plan to open around July this summer, God willing,” co-owner Rashel Limper told CharlotteFive. “We are so exited to be at our first standalone building.”
New partner Paul Hezar is joining the Rio 150 ownership team on the Steele Creek location, which will seat 220 people.
Rio 150 has two locations now open in Mooresville: one on River Highway and one at Mill One on North Church Street.
Its third location at Concord Mills will be opening Monday, April 21 at 11 a.m. The restaurant will give away $10 gift cards for use on a return visit to the first 100 tables.
Rio 150
Location: 8164 South Tryon St., Charlotte NC 28273 (coming soon)
Location: 8629 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord NC 28207 (opening Monday, April 21)
Location: Mill One, 201 N. Church Street, Mooresville, 28115
Location: 482 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117
Cuisine: Mexican
Instagram: @rio_150_mexican_restaurant
This story was originally published April 2, 2025 at 5:15 AM.
