La Rancherita – Mexican
La Rancherita captures the vibrant spirit of a traditional Mexican hacienda, where the air is thick with the savory scent of slow-roasted barbacoa and the rhythmic sizzle of marinated meats hitting the grill. Diners gather around bubbling stone molcajetes and golden-fried mojarra, diving into layers of melted choriqueso and zesty chilaquiles that celebrate the bold, sun-drenched flavors of authentic home cooking. It is a lively sanctuary of spice and smoke, where every plate—from the charred perfection of steak with onions to the festive flair of mixed fajitas—invites guests to linger over a true taste of Mexico’s rustic culinary heritage.
East Gay Street https://www.larancheritapa.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at La Rancherita
Dairy-Free at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Guacamole and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Fried Mojarra and Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Fajitas and Steak with Onion. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Guacamole and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Guacamole and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Guacamole and Flan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at La Rancherita
La Rancherita in Columbus has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Roast Meat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at La Rancherita
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Burrito | 46.3 g | 34.5 g |
| Roast Meat | 66.9 g | 32.1 g |
| Mexican Steak | 61.1 g | 29 g |
| Torta | 38.7 g | 26.2 g |
| Chilaquiles | 46.5 g | 26.1 g |
| Steak with Onion | 0 g | 21.5 g |
| Sopes | 28.4 g | 17.7 g |
| Gordita | 16.8 g | 14.9 g |
| Synchronized | 55.7 g | 13.4 g |
| Mixed Fajitas | 0 g | 12.6 g |
| Guacamole | 37.7 g | 11.2 g |
| Choriqueso | 0.8 g | 10.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the perfectly cooked and well-seasoned main courses, noting that the kitchen consistently delivers high-quality flavors at reasonable prices. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere and helpful staff, guests highlight the welcoming environment and attentive service as key reasons for their frequent return visits.
Menu
Main Menu
- Fried Mojarra - $16.99: Fried fish with rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Choriqueso - $17.99: Steak, Mexican chorizo with cheese, cactus, rice, beans and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Synchronized - $16.99: Flour tortilla with cheese and your choice of meat, rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Fajitas - $17.99: Chicken, shrimp, steak accompanied by beans, rice and salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilaquiles - $16.99: Corn tortilla with green or red sauce accompanied by steak and beans Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Meat Barbecue - $17.99: Beef seasoned with spices accompanied with rice, beans and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molcajete - $27.99: Beef, Chicken, Mexican chorizo, fresh cheese, and red or green salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Meat - $17.99: Grilled beef steak served with rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Steak - $16.99: Beef steak with mexican sauce served with rice, beans and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak with Onion - $16.99: Fried steak with onion served with rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Breast - $16.99: Seasoned chicken breast served with rice, beans and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chops - $16.99: Accompanied by rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Weekend Specials
- Soup of the Day - $16.99: Hominy made with red peppers, pork meat or chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole - $16.99: Hominy made with red peppers, pork meat or chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Barbecue with Consomme - $17.99: Goat Barbecue served with rice, beans and corn tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tripe Soup - $16.99: Beef tripe soup made from beef tripe, cooked with red pepper and spices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Mexican Specialties
- Guacamole - $6.99: Freshly prepared avocado dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tacos - $6.99: 5 chicken fried tacos served with rice, beans and salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huaraches - $15.99: Handmade corn tortilla served with choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, cream and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamales - $3.5: Chicken tamales with red sauce or pork tamales with green sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gordita - $6.99: Handmade gorditas stuffed with meat, lettuce, tomato, cream and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopes - $6.99: Handmade tortilla with sauce, beans and choice of meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito - $8.5: Burrito served with rice, beans and your choice of meat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torta - $9: Mexican sandwich served with beans, choice of meat and salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fried Plantains - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flan - $5.75: Traditional Mexican custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Canned Soda - $1.75: Coca Cola Can
- Bottled Water - $1.5
- Jarritos - $3: Glass or Plastic Jarritos
- Small Horchata Water - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Large Horchata Water - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Coffee - $3
- Milkshakes - $5.75
Frequently Asked Questions about La Rancherita
- Is La Rancherita dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Rancherita has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chops, Guacamole and Fried Plantains.
- What can I eat at La Rancherita on a dairy-free diet?
- Chops, Guacamole and Fried Plantains carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Rancherita have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chops and Guacamole.
- Is La Rancherita gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at La Rancherita?
- Burrito, at roughly 34.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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