El Ranchito – Mexican
El Ranchito invites guests into a vibrant, sun-drenched space where the comforting aroma of simmering broths and toasted corn fills the air. The kitchen honors family tradition with bowls of soul-warming Mama Avila’s soup and zesty Mahi Mahi ceviche, while tables overflow with colorful plates of hand-mashed guacamole and crispy, cheese-laden nachos. It is a lively destination where the bright flavors of coastal Mexico meet the warmth of a family kitchen, creating a festive atmosphere perfect for sharing a meal with loved ones.
Pacific Coast Highway https://avilascdm.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, weight-watchers, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, tlc, detox, volumetrics, raw-food, alkaline, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, macrobiotic, pegan, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and value, guests highlight El as a solid choice for a quick lunch or a casual bite. Reviewers praise the practical atmosphere and consistent quality, noting that it serves as a reliable and convenient destination for those seeking a well-priced meal in a comfortable setting.
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole Fresco - $14.5: A blend of avocados, tomatoes, and onions. With a touch of cilantro and fresh lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Nachos Especial - $15: Chips topped with cheese, ranchera salsa, beans, jalapenos, guacamole and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Avila’s Appetizer - $26: A platter of taquitos, flautas, small tacos and cheese quesadillas. Served with guacamole, sour cream & salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mahi Mahi Ceviche - $21: Mahi Mahi marinated in fresh lime juice with tomatoes, onions, cilantro & sliced avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Shrimp Cocktail - $21: Mexican shrimp, fresh lime juice, pico de gallo, cilantro & sliced avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Cheese Quesadilla - $15.5: Served with fresh avocado salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Salads and Soups
- Mama Avila’s Soup - Bowl - $17: Fresh chicken broth, chunks of chicken breast and rice. Garnished with avocado, tomato, cilantro and lime. Served with warm tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Mama Avila’s Soup - Cup - $9: Fresh chicken broth, chunks of chicken breast and rice. Garnished with avocado, tomato, cilantro and lime. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Tacos and Soup - $21: A cup of our famous Avila’s soup. Served with two crispy or soft tacos Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Azteca Chicken Salad - $19: Grilled chicken, black beans, corn, bell peppers, in cilantro lime dressing and topped with tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Fajita Salad - $21: Your choice of chicken or steak fajitas. Over lettuce, avocado, and fresco beans. Served with cilantro lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Grande Taco Salad - $19: A flaky flour tortilla bowl filled with lettuce, beans, pico de gallo, cheese, guacamole, sour cream. Your choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $19: Grilled chicken, avocado, tomato & cheese over lettuce and your choice dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
Main Courses
- One Item Combination - $17: Served with Mexican rice & beans or grilled vegetables. Choice of Taco, Taquito, Enchilada, Chile Relleno, or Tamale. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Two Item Combination - $21: Served with Mexican rice & beans or grilled vegetables. Choice of two: Taco, Taquito, Enchilada, Chile Relleno, or Tamale. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Pepe’s Steak - $26: Sliced steak and sauteed onions served on a sizzling skillet topped with Mama Avila’s Salsa Negra Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- Carnitas - $24: Chunks of lean pork cooked juicy inside and crispy outside. Served with guacamole and pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Carne Asada - $26: 8 oz grilled tender USDA steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- California Chicken - $26: Grilled chicken breast served over roasted Ortega chiles & sauteed onions on a sizzling skillet, topped with tomatillo salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Candida
- Steak Fajitas - $28: Grilled onions and bell peppers served on a sizzling skillet with guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Chicken Fajitas - $26: Grilled onions and bell peppers served on a sizzling skillet with guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fresco Chile Relleno - $20: Fire roasted Ortega chile stuffed with grilled chicken and vegetables, topped with tomatillo salsa and melted cheese. Served with fresco beans and rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chingolingas - $19: A flaky flour tortilla filled with shredded chicken & cut into 5 pieces. Served with rice, beans, guacamole and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Street Tacos - $18: Three tacos garnished with onions, cilantro, and avocado salsa. Your choice of steak, chicken or carnitas. Served with guacamole, fresco beans and salsa negra Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
Seafood
- Shrimp in Garlic Butter - $28: Large Mazatlán shrimp sauteed in Avila’s special garlic butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Surf n Turf Tacos - $24: Chopped Carne Asada and Mazatlan shrimp, mixed, and sauteed in Mojo de Ajo butter. Topped with pico de gallo and cheese on corn tortillas. Served with black beans & rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Shrimp Enchiladas - $26: Two shrimp enchiladas with tomatillo salsa and sour cream. Served with rice and beans or grilled vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bianca’s Mahi Tacos - $23: Two blackened fish tacos garnished with cabbage, pico de gallo chipotle crema, and lime. Served with black beans and rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spicy Shrimp - $28: Wild caught Mazatlán shrimp sauteed in a spicy toasted red chile and garlic sauce. Served with warm tortillas, rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Burritos
- Azteca Burrito - $19: Shredded chicken or beef with beans. Covered with salsa ranchera, melted cheese. Side of guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Mayan Burrito - $19: Shredded chicken or beef with rice. Covered with mild tomatillo salsa, melted cheese. Side of guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fresco Burrito - $19: Your choice of protein, rice, guac, cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce and tomatillo salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Traditional Burrito - $19: Your choice of protein, rice, beans, cheese, guacamole, and pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Bean & Cheese Burrito - $11: Simple bean and cheese burrito Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Breakfast
- Huevos Rancheros - $16: Two eggs over easy on a corn tortilla. Covered in salsa ranchera. Topped with melted cheese, served with rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Machaca with Eggs - $16: Shredded beef or chicken scrambled with eggs, bell peppers, and onions. Served with warm tortillas, rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chorizo with Eggs - $16: Spicy chorizo scrambled with eggs, bell peppers and onions. Served with rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Breakfast Tacos - $16: Two tacos filled with scrambled eggs, spicy chorizo, pico de gallo, and cheese. Served with rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Baja Breakfast Burrito - $15: Scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, potatoes, avocado and cheese. Served with guacamole and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Sides
- Condiment Plate - $5: Cheese, tortilla chips, avocado, jalapeno & tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Side Rice & Beans - $7: Mexican rice and beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Desserts
- Flan - $10: Caramel custard, topped with pineapple and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Churros - $10: Cinnamon pastry with strawberry filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Ice Cream - $10: Topped with chocolate syrup and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- El Jefe Bloody Mary - $15: Kettle One vodka, house made mix, loaded with a crispy taco and piece of bacon
- Fresca Skinny Margarita - $10: Skinny margarita with fresh lime
- Mexican Coffee - $12: Black coffee, Kahlua and Espolon tequila
- Dos XX Amber or Lager - $5: Mexican beer
Frequently Asked Questions about El Ranchito
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- El Ranchito features a website at https://avilascdm.com, though the provided information does not confirm if online ordering is available.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly Mexican meal with diverse dietary options like keto, vegan, and high-protein will enjoy this restaurant.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers appreciate the restaurant as a reliable, reasonably priced destination for consistent quality, practical atmosphere, and value-driven casual dining.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- El Ranchito has an average rating of 3.0/5, with guests highlighting its reasonable pricing and consistent quality.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Guacamole Fresco, Mahi Mahi Ceviche, Mama Avila’s Soup, Nachos Especial, and the Grande Taco Salad.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Visit for a casual lunch or value-driven meal featuring Mama Avila’s soup and guacamole in a vibrant, family-style atmosphere.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Guacamole Fresco and Shrimp in Garlic Butter both accommodate multiple diets, including keto, gluten-free, low-carb, and nut-free requirements.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include Mama Avila’s soup, Mahi Mahi ceviche, Guacamole Fresco, Nachos Especial, and the Grande Taco Salad.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This Mexican restaurant is a reliable, moderately priced choice for quick lunches, though its 3.0/5 rating suggests average quality.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This restaurant is suitable for families, offering a festive atmosphere with family traditions, a practical setting, and kid-friendly cheese quesadillas.