Ricardo's serves authentic and creative Mexican foods rich in the flavors of Northern Mexico and the American Southwest. Upon entering through our double doors into the foyer, diners will be enchanted with the authentically Mexican-tiled floors and a beautiful mural. Five separate and defined dining areas are divided by low walls and columns in keeping with the theme. Choose from carpeted, intimate rooms or high-ceilinged atrium-type areas. Business meetings, business mixers, family reunions, rehearsal dinners, and wedding receptions are frequently held in our restaurant. We have one completely private room, and many areas that can accommodate large groups. We are an independent; family owned and operated restaurant. We are open 7 days a week from 11am-6am, and our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm. Ricardo's offers off-site catering, and not just Mexican food! Feel free to contact us for details on casual deliveries for 10 people or more, or our custom catering options. We are proud to have served the Las Vegas valley for 31 years!
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Las Vegas, Nev. – November 8, 2010 – In honor of Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant breaking of the Guinness World Records for “World’s Largest Margarita” on October 15, 2010 in support of Susan G. Komen of Southern Nevada, Ricardo’s is offering other non-profit organizations an opportunity to raise money through the end of the year. <br />
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Guests simply come into the restaurant with their personalized organization’s flyer and every purchase of a margarita featuring the “World’s Largest Margarita” recipe will generate $1 back to their group. Non-profits interested in this opportunity may also contact the restaurant to sign up for this fundraiser that will be offered until December 31, 2010. <br />
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“Ricardo's is thrilled to be celebrating 31 years in business. In making a 7,627 gallon margarita, we broke the Guinness World Record while benefiting Susan G. Komen. Now we'd like to help other non-profits to raise money between now and the end of the year. Come enjoy one of our record-breaking margaritas and help your cause! Ricardo's salutes everyone who donates their time and talent to help others while making the community a better place to live", states Bob Ansara, Co-Owner of Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant.<br />
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MEDIA CONTACT:<br />
Jennifer Bradley <br />
Preferred Public Relations<br />
702-254-5704 office<br />
702.576.5243 cell<br />
jenniferb@preferredpublicrelations.com <br />
www.preferredpublicrelations.com </span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: black; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase;">Proceeds to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of GreatER Las Vegas <br />
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LAS VEGAS – September 14, 2010 – Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant and Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Las Vegas will host a Happy Hour Celebration from 5p.m. to 7p.m. to benefit the non-profit organization on Thursday, September 16 in honor of Mexican Independence Day.<br />
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Specials will be available throughout the celebratory evening. A $20 wristband can be purchased, where 50% of proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities®, which include all-you-can drink house margaritas, and complimentary signature appetizers from their authentic Mexican plates. <br />
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Ricardo’s happy hour specials are also available for other favorite food items, such as, Pollo Ricardo's and fresh guacamole and available from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. during the charity event. Ricardo's cantina offers over 30 tequilas and fresh fruit margaritas, not included in the wristband special. Great food, excellent service, awesome atmosphere – all for a good cause! <br />
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<b>WHAT: </b>Ricardo’s hosts fundraising dinner to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Las Vegas<br />
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<b>WHEN: </b>Thursday, September 16<br />
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.<br />
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<b>WHERE: </b> Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant <br />
4930 W. Flamingo Rd.<br />
*Located at Flamingo & Decatur in the Renaissance Center West </span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase;">Proceeds from the 30 Year Anniversary Celebration to benefit <br />
Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Southern Nevada Affiliate</span><br />
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Las Vegas, Nev. – August 16, 2010 – Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant commemorates 30 years in Las Vegas with a spectacular weekend party from Friday, October 15 to Saturday, October 16 that will include a Guinness World Record attempt of the “World’s Largest Margarita.” In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, ROSANGEL™, the world’s premier hibiscus-infused tequila, will give the margarita a pink hue. A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Southern Nevada. <br />
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“We are grateful for the continued support from the Las Vegas community so creating an anniversary celebration of more than 30 years in Las Vegas into a fundraising event is a great way for us to say thank you,” stated Ricardo’s owner, Bob Ansara. “We look forward to seeing everyone there to support a good cause.”<br />
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During the weekend Ricardo’s restaurant and the surrounding parking lot will transform into the ultimate block party fiesta that will include food and drink specials, live outdoor entertainment, taco eating contests, special prize giveaways and more. For additional event details and instant announcements; you can easily connect and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.<br />
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“All of us at Susan G. Komen Southern Nevada are grateful to Ricardo’s for their generosity and commitment to create a fun event that promotes breast cancer awareness and raises dollars to help in the fight to find a cure,” said Stephanie Kirby, executive director of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.<br />
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Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant, a Las Vegas favorite, has played a key role in making memories for guests since the opening of the first restaurant in 1979. Bob Ansara has co-owned the Ricardo’s brand and operation since it’s inception three decades ago and is currently located at the Northwest corner of Flamingo and Decatur.<br />
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Currently, the Guinness World Record for the “World’s Largest Margarita” is 7,039 U.S. gallons. “This is a going to be a real challenge but with Ricardo’s great staff, associates and volunteers from the community, I am confident that we will succeed in breaking the record,” added Ansara.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">MEDIA CONTACT:<br />
Jennifer Bradley <br />
Preferred Public Relations<br />
702-254-5704 office<br />
702.576.5243 cell<br />
jenniferb@preferredpublicrelations.com<br />
www.preferredpublicrelations.com</span><br />
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