Bar Rio in downtown Bend is rebranding into a private event space called The Rio Room. The last day for the public to visit Bar Rio is expected to be Thursday, Oct. 30. After that, the owners will focus on renting out the space for rehearsal dinners, business luncheons, birthdays, holiday parties and more. The space can accommodate up to 60 guests. The owners also plan to host public events, such as paella nights, holiday brunches and a place to watch big sporting events.
General Manager Randy Fitch says the idea grew out of the success they’ve had with catering and the needs of clients in the downtown area. “This type of space doesn’t exist downtown,” he told the Source.
The venue can be rented for $750 on weekdays/$1,000 on weekends. Catering options include a Latin menu similar to the Barrio food truck, Mediterranean similar to Shimshon at the Grove or Spanish paella with Mediterranean tapas like Bar Rio. Clients can also rent the venue and bring in an outside licensed caterer.
The Rio Room will still provide support for Barrio, the Shimshon and the Bodega’s grab and go market. “We prep for all of these outlets in our downtown kitchen, our commissary. Catering is also available through The Rio Room as pick up, delivery, and off site for all your needs,” Fitch says.
The Rio Room
915 NW Wall St., Bend
barriobend.com/private-parties
This article appears in the Source October 30, 2025.
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