EL Ranchero Mexican Restaurant Menu

4.4
(175+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Carne Asada Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Pollo Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Guacamole

      Creamy mashed avocado with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime, served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $8.00
    • Carne Asada Burrito

      Steak burrito.
      $13.50
    • Mole Tamale

      Mole tamale with chicken.
      $4.50
    • Rice and Beans Small

      A small serving of traditional Mexican rice paired with refried beans.
      $5.00
    • Al Pastor Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Chips and Salsa

      Crispy tortilla chips paired with zesty and freshly made salsa.
      $4.00
    • Barbacoa Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Pollo Quesadilla

      Chicken quesadilla.
      $10.00
  • Sopes

    Order of 3 sopes, with the meat of your choice, lettuce, cheese, sour cream
    • Steak Sopes

      Tender steak on thick corn tortillas topped with crisp lettuce, black beans, diced onions, crumbled cheese, and a drizzle of crema.
      $13.00
    • Chicken Sopes

      Chicken sopes feature a thick, hand-formed corn base, generously topped with seasoned chicken, refried beans, lettuce, sour cream, and a sprinkle of cheese.
      $13.00
    • Al Pastor Sopes

      Handmade corn sope topped with marinated pork, pineapple, refried beans, lettuce, queso fresco, and a dollop of Mexican sour cream.
      $13.00
    • Carnitas Sopes

      Handmade corn tortilla base, topped with slow-cooked pork, refried beans, lettuce, sour cream, and queso fresco.
      $13.00
    • Cabeza Sopes

      Handmade corn sope topped with tender cabeza (beef head), refried beans, lettuce, sour cream, and cheese.
      $13.00
    • Lengua Sopes

      Handmade corn sopes topped with seasoned beef tongue, refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and finished with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkled cheese.
      $13.00
  • Huaraches

    • Huarache Asada

      A thick, oblong corn tortilla topped with grilled steak, refried beans, shredded lettuce, crumbled cheese, and a drizzle of sour cream.
      $8.00
    • Huarache Pollo

      Chicken served atop a handmade corn huarache, typically includes beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, and sour cream.
      $8.00
    • Huarache Al Pastor

      Handmade corn tortilla topped with marinated pork, typically includes pineapple, beans, lettuce, and a blend of Mexican cheese and sour cream.
      $8.00
    • Huarache Carnitas

      Handmade corn huarache topped with slow-cooked carnitas, refried beans, lettuce, sour cream, queso fresco, and avocado.
      $8.00
    • Huarache Cabeza

      Huarache cabeza features steamed beef head on a thick, handmade corn tortilla, typically includes black beans, lettuce, avocado, and queso fresco.
      $9.00
    • Huarache Lengua

      Beef tongue served on a handmade corn flat shell, typically includes black beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, queso fresco, and avocado.
      $9.00
  • Tlayudas

    • Tlayuda Al Pastor

      Tlayuda al pastor features a crispy, large tortilla topped with black beans, Oaxacan cheese, and marinated pork, garnished with pineapple, avocado, and tomato.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Asada

      Grilled beef, shredded lettuce, and melted cheese on a large, crispy tortilla.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Carne Enchilada

      A tlayuda carne enchilada typically features a large, crisp tortilla spread with asiento and black beans, then topped with spicy marinated pork, Oaxaca cheese, cabbage, radishes, tomatoes, avocado slices, and jalapeños.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Carnitas

      A large, crisp tortilla spread with asiento and black bean paste, topped with succulent pork carnitas, Oaxaca cheese, cabbage, radishes, tomatoes, avocado, green onions, and jalapeños.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Chorizo

      Tlayuda tortilla topped with chorizo, typically includes Oaxaca cheese, black bean paste, and a variety of fresh vegetables such as cabbage and avocado slices.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Pollo

      A large, handcrafted tortilla topped with a spread of black beans, Oaxacan cheese, grilled chicken, cabbage, tomato, and slices of avocado.
      $19.00
    • Tlayuda Mixta

      2 meats of your preference
      $22.00
  • Extras

    If you want extra salsas, tortillas, meat this is the place to order it
    • Extra Sour Cream

      A smooth and tangy addition, ideal for enhancing the flavors of various Mexican dishes.
      $0.50
    • Extra Tortilla

      An additional serving of handmade tortillas, available in either corn or flour.
      $3.00
    • Extra Meat

      Extra portion of meat
      $5.00
    • Extra Green Sauce

      A tangy blend of tomatillos, cilantro, onions, and chili peppers, crafted to complement a variety of dishes with its fresh, zesty flavor.
      $0.50
    • Extra Red Sauce

      House-made red sauce, typically includes a blend of tomatoes, onions, and various spices, offering a rich and savory complement to any dish.
      $0.50
  • Platillos Mexicanos

    Iconic Mexican dishes!
    • Costillas en Mole

      Pork ribs in mole sauce.
      $17.00
    • Carne Enchilada

      Marinated pork grilled with rice and beans.
      $18.00
    • Mojarra Frita

      Whole seasoned fished fried to perfection.
      $23.00
    • Chile Relleno

      Fried Chile pepper stuffed with beans and cheese with rice and beans and covered in a tasty orange sauce.
      $19.00
    • Bisteck a La Mexicana

      Steak sautéed with onions, jalapeños, and tomatoes.
      $18.00
    • Chicharron

      Super crispy pork belly with rice and beans.
      $16.00
    • Costilla en Salsa Verde

      Pork ribs in green sauce with rice in beans.
      $18.00
    • Pechuga Azada

      Grilled chicken with rice and beans.
      $17.00
    • Pollo Y Bistec Fajitas

      Sautéed chicken and steak with onions and bell peppers, typically served with tortillas.
      $18.00
    • Camarones Ala Mexicana

      Shrimp sautéed with jalapeños, onions, and tomatoes with rice and beans.
      $19.00
    • Fajitas De Camarones

      Shrimp fajitas.
      $19.00
    • Costilla El Ranchero

      Ribs prepared in a traditional ranchero style, typically simmered with a blend of tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños.
      $25.00
    • Barbacoa De Res

      Slowly cooked beef in a delicious red sauce.
      $18.00
    • Carne Azada

      Thin cut of steak with rice and beans.
      $18.00
    • Pollo en Salsa Verde

      Chicken drum and muscle in green sauce.
      $16.00
    • El Ranchero Combo

      2 flautas, a piece of of marinated pork and 2 fried eggs with rice and beans.
      $18.00
    • Camarones A la Diabla

      "Devil's shrimp" sauteed shrimp cover in a hot red salsa.
      $19.00
    • Bisteak Empanizo

      Breaded and fried steak.
      $18.00
    • Mole Poblano

      Chicken with a spicy mole sauce.
      $17.00
  • Burritos / Chimichangas

    • Al Pastor Chimichanga

      Deep-fried chimichanga filled with marinated pork, pineapple, cheese, and beans, typically includes onions and cilantro.
      $14.00
    • Steak Chimichanga

      Tender steak wrapped in a crispy tortilla, topped with shredded lettuce, cheese, and a drizzle of sour cream. Served with a side of black beans and Mexican rice.
      $15.00
    • Pollo Chimichanga

      Chicken chimichanga.
      $14.00
    • Shrimp Chimichanga

      A deep-fried flour tortilla filled with sautéed shrimp and typically includes rice, beans, and onions, topped with cheese sauce and guacamole.
      $15.00
    • Chorizo Chimichanga

      Spicy chorizo and a blend of cheeses, wrapped in a flour tortilla and deep-fried, typically served with guacamole and sour cream.
      $14.00
    • Al Pastor Burrito

      Marinated pork and pineapple wrapped in a flour tortilla, typically includes rice, beans, onions, cilantro, and a blend of cheeses.
      $13.50
    • Barbacoa Burrito

      Slow-cooked, shredded beef with rice, beans, and typically includes cilantro, onion, and a blend of Mexican cheeses wrapped in a flour tortilla.
      $13.50
    • Pollo Burrito

      Chicken burrito.
      $13.50
    • Carnitas Burrito

      Tender pulled pork wrapped in a soft flour tortilla with Mexican rice, beans, onions, cilantro, and salsa.
      $13.50
    • Carne Asada Burrito

      Steak burrito.
      $13.50
    • Camarones Burrito

      Shrimp burrito.
      $13.50
    • Chorizo Burrito

      A flour tortilla filled with spicy Mexican sausage, typically includes rice, beans, onions, cilantro, and cheese.
      $13.50
    • Vegetarian Burrito

      A large flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and a medley of grilled vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and lettuce.
      $13.50
  • Quesadillas

    • Quesadilla Fritas

      4 fried quesadillas.
      $12.00
    • Al Pastor Quesadilla

      Marinated pork and pineapple encased in a flour tortilla with melted cheese, often garnished with cilantro and onions.
      $10.00
    • Carnitas Quesadilla

      Slow-cooked shredded pork and melted cheese encased in a flour tortilla, typically includes pico de gallo and sour cream.
      $10.00
    • Camarones Quesadilla

      Shrimp quesadilla.
      $11.50
    • Pollo Quesadilla

      Chicken quesadilla.
      $10.00
    • Carne Enchilada Quesadilla

      Spicy pork enveloped in a handmade tortilla with melted cheese, typically includes lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream.
      $10.00
    • Barbacoa Quesadilla

      Slow-cooked, shredded beef marinated with traditional spices, encased in a soft flour tortilla with melted cheese, typically accompanied by onions and cilantro.
      $11.00
    • Tripa Quesadilla

      A grilled flour tortilla filled with melted cheese and tripa, typically accompanied by onions and cilantro.
      $11.00
    • Chorizo Quesadilla

      Flour tortilla filled with spicy chorizo and a blend of cheeses, often garnished with cilantro and onions.
      $10.00
    • Carne Asada Quesadilla

      Grilled beef with fresh lettuce, served in a folded tortilla.
      $10.00
  • Tacos

    The order is composed of 3 tacos, served with cilantro, onion, radish and lemon.
    • Carnitas Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Barbacoa Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Camarones Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Carne Asada Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Carne Enchilada Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Tripa Taco

      3 Tacos
      $13.00
    • Chorizo Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Pollo Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
    • Al Pastor Taco

      3 Tacos
      $12.00
  • Caldos Mexicanos

    Mexican soups.
    • Caldo De Pollo

      Chicken soup.
      $17.00
    • Caldo De Panza

      Beef stomach soup.
      $18.00
    • Caldo De Mariscos

      Seafood soup.
      $20.00
    • Caldo De Camarones

      Shrimp soup.
      $18.00
    • Caldo De Res

      Beef soup.
      $18.00
    • Caldo De Mojarra

      Fish soup.
      $20.00
  • Nachos

    • Lengua Nachos

      Beef tounge nahos.
      $15.00
    • Steak Nachos

      Crispy tortilla chips topped with grilled steak, black beans, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cheese. Served with a side of salsa and jalapeño sauce.
      $14.00
    • Shrimp Nachos

      $15.00
    • Carnitas Nachos

      Tortilla chips layered with slow-cooked pork, melted cheese, refried beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and a dollop of sour cream.
      $14.00
    • Chorizo Nachos

      Crispy tortilla chips topped with spicy chorizo, typically includes beans, melted cheese, pico de gallo, jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream.
      $14.00
    • Chicken Nachos

      Corn tortilla chips topped with shredded chicken, melted cheese, beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream.
      $14.00
  • Tamales

    • Mole Tamale

      Mole tamale with chicken.
      $4.50
    • Pork Tamale

      Pork tamale with red sauce.
      $4.50
    • Green Sauce Tamale

      Steamed corn dough filled with a tangy green sauce, typically wrapped in a corn husk.
      $4.50
  • Bebidas / Drinks

    • Gatorade Yellow

      A crisp, satisfying taste to quench thirst and energize without caffeine
      $3.50
    • Gatorade Orange

      A crisp, satisfying taste to quench thirst and energize without caffeine
      $3.50
    • Jarritos Fruit Punch

      Refreshing Mexican soda- fruit punch flavor
      $3.50
    • Jarritos Grapefruit

      Refreshing grapefruit soda with authentic Mexican taste.
      $3.50
    • Jarritos Tamarind

      Authetic, Mexican, tamarind-flavored soda with a subtle fizz
      $3.50
    • Jarritos Mandarin

      Refreshing and authentic mandarin-flavored Mexican soda
      $3.50
    • Squirter Soda

      A citrus-flavored, grapefruit soda, often enjoyed for its tangy and refreshing taste.
      $3.50
    • Sprite

      The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
      $2.00
    • Mango Jumex Can

      Canned mango juice from Jumex, offering a sweet mango taste in a convenient format.
      $2.00
    • Coca-Cola Glass

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $3.50
    • Jarritos Mango

      A carbonated Mexican soda infused with natural mango essence for a sweet, tropical flavor.
      $3.50
    • Water

      Clear, refreshing bottled water.
      $2.00
    • Jarritos Pineapple

      Refreshing pineapple soda from Jarritos brand, a Mexican classic.
      $3.50
    • Snapple Mango

      Snapple Mango is a bottled fruit juice that offers the sweet and tropical taste of ripe mangoes, providing a refreshing beverage experience.
      $3.00
    • Sangria Senoral

      A non-alcoholic Mexican soda offering a unique sangria flavor, crafted with a blend of natural and artificial grape and cherry essences.
      $3.50
  • Sides / Appetizers

    • Fries Large

      Golden brown, straight-cut potatoes, typically deep-fried and lightly seasoned, serving as a generous portion to complement your meal.
      $9.00
    • Fries Small

      Golden, crispy French fries served with a side of tangy ketchup and creamy mustard.
      $5.00
    • Guacamole

      Creamy mashed avocado with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime, served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $8.00
    • Buffalo Wings 12 Pieces

      Twelve chicken wings, typically served with ranch dressing, celery, and carrots, tossed in a classic buffalo sauce.
      $17.00
    • Rice and Beans Large

      A generous serving of Mexican rice paired with a blend of traditional beans.
      $9.00
    • Buffalo Wings 12 Pieces

      Twelve chicken wings tossed in a classic buffalo sauce, typically accompanied by celery, carrots, and ranch dressing.
      $14.00
    • Choriqueso

      Spicy chorizo blended with melted cheese, perfect for dipping.
      $11.00
    • Rice and Beans Small

      A small serving of traditional Mexican rice paired with refried beans.
      $5.00
    • Tostones

      Twice-fried plantain slices, a crispy and savory tropical delight.
      $5.00
    • Buffalo Wing 6 Pieces

      Six chicken wings tossed in buffalo sauce, typically served with celery and ranch dressing.
      $10.00
    • Coctel de Camaron

      Succulent shrimp in a tangy tomato-based sauce with diced avocado, onions, and cilantro, served with crisp crackers.
      $19.50
    • Pico de Gallo

      Fresh and zesty salsa made with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a touch of spice.
      $7.00
    • Chips and Salsa

      Crispy tortilla chips paired with zesty and freshly made salsa.
      $4.00
    • Empanada de Pollo

      A savory pastry filled with seasoned shredded chicken, often accompanied by a mild chipotle sauce and a sprinkle of queso fresco.
      $4.00
    • Empanada de Res

      A savory pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, often accompanied by a blend of spices.
      $4.00
  • Tortas

    Mexican sandwiches.
    • Milanese De Res Torta

      Fried steak torta.
      $16.00
    • Torta Cubana

      Torta with breaded steak and breaded chicken. Scrambled eggs mixed with chorizo, ham, beans, and cheese with lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, and chipotle.
      $17.00
    • Torta De Pechuga Azada

      Grilled chicken sandwich.
      $15.00
    • Milanese De Pollo Torta

      Breaded chicken torta.
      $16.00
    • Torta Hawaiiana

      Hawaiian torta with ham and pineapple.
      $15.00
    • Chorizo Con Huevo Torta

      Chorizo mixed with egg torta.
      $15.00
    • Carne Enchilada Torta

      Spicy marinated pork with refried beans, lettuce, tomato, avocado, jalapeño, onion, and Oaxaca cheese on Mexican bread.
      $15.00
    • Torta De Camarones

      Shrimp torta.
      $15.00
    • Torta Al Pastor

      Marinated pork and grilled pineapple on a torta bun, accompanied by refried beans, lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapeño, avocado, and cheese, finished with a spread of mayonnaise.
      $15.00
    • Torta De Quesillo

      Torta with Oaxaca cheese.
      $12.00

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