Welcome to El Ranchito Restaurant
El Ranchito Restaurant, a beloved family-run establishment since 1977, offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere in Riverbank, CA. Known for its delicious Mexican and seafood dishes, El Ranchito is praised for its mouthwatering margaritas, consistency, and friendly service. With ample parking, a full bar, outdoor seating, and a pool table, it's a perfect spot for gatherings or a casual night out. Customers rave about the halibut, chili verde, and steak fajitas, along with the homemade salsa and margaritas. A true gem for locals and travelers alike, El Ranchito promises an unforgettable dining experience.
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3048 Atchison St Riverbank, CA 95367 Hotline: (209) 869-0196
Welcome to El Ranchito Restaurant, a hidden gem in Riverbank, CA, known for its delightful blend of Mexican and seafood dishes. This family-run establishment exudes warmth and authenticity, offering a range of utilities including takeout, delivery, and catering services.
Customer reviews rave about the mouthwatering food and impeccable service at El Ranchito. From the delectable shrimp dishes to the famous margaritas, each bite is a culinary delight. The Friday and Saturday special of halibut is a must-try, according to regular patrons who have been visiting since the late '70s.
Not only does El Ranchito excel in food and drink, but it also prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and friends to gather. The friendly wait staff, coupled with the charming ambience, makes every visit a memorable experience.
If you're in the mood for an authentic Mexican meal with a side of exceptional service, look no further than El Ranchito Restaurant. Come for the food, stay for the family-like hospitality, and indulge in the flavors that have kept customers coming back for decades.
Great margaritas, awesome wait staff. Family run, food is excellent. Weekend shrimp is killer, made different ways for all taste buds!
This place is the best! Love the food, margaritas, and people that work here. One of my favorite things is the consistency. It's always good, and it's always the same.
My family & I have been going to El Ranchito since 1977 when they were in the old building. My parents, kids & now my grandkids have celebrated many birthdays & Friday nights there. We love the Tinajero family & feel like home when there. If you haven't had their margaritas & chips salsa, you haven't lived. It's a must if you live or are traveling through the area Wednesday- Sunday. Enjoy!!
This has been our "go to" restaurant for years. Service is always wonderful, everyone is so friendly & welcoming. I challenge you to find a better margarita !! No other restaurant comes close. We always compare others to the El Ranchito margarita, El Ranchito's always comes out the winner. Food is great. The halibut served on Friday/Saturday is amazing. The food in general is wonderful. If you want a true "local spot" Mexican Restaurant look no further than El Ranchito!!!!
Food: Let's start with the reason we all would stop at El Ranchito. Their food is delicious, served in abundant portions, and is as fresh as it gets! Each visit will find a waitress/waiter visiting your table and bringing some fantastic salsa and a blend of flour/corn chips. My kids love the flour chips and almost make it their meal. My wife and I are creatures of habit, so we order the same things usually. We order off the menu, omitting what we don't want and adding what we do (like extra cheese). The Big Burrito is enough food for two people, or two meals. I love the Chile Colorado, and my wife enjoys cheese enchiladas. My two boys' go-to is bean/cheese burritos (and didn't I mention, the flour chips?) Service: The staff are family and treat you like their own. If you go more than once, they might even remember you! My own family has been coming here for decades (as in 40+years). First my grandfather, my parents, my family, and my boys. There's a reason to come back again and again, and it's the great combination of great food and friendly service. We have often called in orders to bring home when we are passing through. Orders are correct and so are the charges. Ambience: My boys call this place the "train restaurant" because you often see, but not hear, trains pass the west side of the building. Memories since childhood for them! We have brought friends, family, and out-of-state visitors here for one reason: you can not find a better family atmosphere, with great food, and friendly staff serving the best Mexican food around. No. Where. Else. Negative reviews: You don't get to go into any restaurant and tell them what to make and how to make it. If they can make accommodations to your meal, they most certainly do. My wife is one of the "those people." She is very particular, but she is also reasonable. Some who complain of one bad experience, an accidental overcharge, or other nonsense are missing out. You went there for a reason. Don't let one off-day let this one get away. And don't let these few Karens/Kevins dissuade you from a great meal. If you want to find negativity in life, it's out there, but you won't find any negativity inside El Ranchito. They are great people serving up a family meal (and they have a bar, too).
We've been eating here for several years. Always delicious food, amazing service, and the margaritas OH MY!! The juice is real. Family owned and ran adds to the ambiance. You feel like you're at home with the fam. We love El Ranchito :)
This is hands down the best Mexican food in the valley. Homemade dishes from a long standing menu using quality ingredients. Also the absolute best margaritas I've ever had and I've had lots of them from many different places! It's very comfortable and always have a great time there, very fun place!
Great Service and the Best Steak Fajitas Ever!!! The Fajitas are not served on the weekends but are available Sunday thru Thursday. But well worth going during the week! Thanks you guys for years of Great Food and Service!
They have the very best Chili Verde. They also make the best Long Island's around. I always love going there