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El Ranchito
Authentic Northern Mexican cuisine with live mariachi music and generations of tradition.
4.6(5 reviews)
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restaurant
mexican
northern-mexican
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About El Ranchito
El Ranchito is a beloved Dallas institution serving authentic Northern Mexican cuisine for generations. Specializing in regional dishes like birria tacos, pozole, and goat, we pride ourselves on fresh, house-made tortillas and warm, attentive service. Our vibrant atmosphere features live mariachi music on select evenings, making every visit a celebration. Whether you're joining us for a family gathering, a special occasion, or simply craving traditional flavors, El Ranchito offers an unforgettable dining experience rooted in Mexican culinary heritage.
Business Info
Location
610 Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208, USA
Services Offered
Authentic Northern Mexican Cuisine
Specializing in regional dishes like birria tacos, pozole, goat, and house-made tortillas.
Live Mariachi Music
Enjoy vibrant mariachi performances on select evenings, adding festive energy to your dining experience.
Large Party Reservations
Accommodate gatherings of up to 22+ guests with attentive service and timely food preparation.
Fresh House-Made Tortillas
Made in-house daily, our corn tortillas are a standout feature praised by patrons.
Weekend Specials
Featured dishes like pozole specials and classic Mexican favorites available on weekends.
Reviews
4.6(5 reviews)
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Rub bar
via Google
19 days ago
Made a reservation over the phone for a party of 22. I wasn't able to make it online for that many guest. The 2 waiters were great they were very friendly, attentive and fast. To be honest I was expecting for the food to take a while since it was a large party but the food came out in a very reasonable time. We brought the birthday cake and they were able to hold it in the kitchen till we needed it. The only disappointing part was we were expecting to get mariachi to play some songs and found out the mariachi doesn't show up till at least 6pm and our reservation was at 4. That's ok we'll keep that in mind for out next visit. Oh! And if your curious how much there songs are ? They are $25 now🤑😳. Our experience was great didn't have any complaints on this particular visit I highly recommend dropping by with your next large gathering .
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JENNIFER DAVISvia Google
27 days ago
The service was great. This is my second time here. They had a pozole special today and it was great. The refried beans are excellent. The tortillas are being made fresh in-house. We came early tonight because the place gets packed!!! They also have mariachis later in the evening. Added perk on some Saturday and Sunday nights all the old cars are cruisin and parked on the strip.
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Sung Youngvia Google
about 1 month ago
Bravo Mexico 🇲🇽- this is an exciting Mexican place to celebrate the good foods together with live musicians who come to your table to help make your evening explode with fun and joy. Fajitas were generous but rather dry. Chilli con carne was great. Service was very attentive. The decors ambience was fantastic and our family felt like touring Mexico - Bravo 🤩
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Samantha Bvia Google
about 2 months ago
Great space. Lots of famous people come here. Lots of tables. Good, live mariachi music. Food wasn't impressive. Lacked flavor and freshness. Salsa was really good (la picosa). And our waiter wasn't the best. He continued to pass plates and items over my head. Leaning over our shoulders without even saying 'excuse me' or comment (leaning on us physically).
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Kenwhavia Google
2 months ago
El Ranchito is one of the old line of restaurants in Dallas, where multiple generations of families have made this Jefferson Blvd. spot for years and can argue over their favorite dishes. El Ranchito specializes in Northern Mexico food, where goat has a place of honor on the menu, beyond the typical Tex Mex combo platters. We had birria tacos and caldo de Pollo. The caldo was packed with chicken and lots of carrots and Calabasas, but frankly the broth could have been better. The corn tortillas were some of the best in Dallas. The birria tacos were wonderful, with generous portions of shredded beef and griddled cheese in each. Pintos were outstanding, the rice nicely cooked. Consomme was a bit salty. Seating was prompt with no wait, at the end of Sunday lunch rush, and service was wonderful. If you have not visited, pay El Ranchito a visit for terrific regional food and warm service. Prices during lunch were around $20/person.
