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    El Ranchero

    3.5 (44 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Aditi R.

    ONLY APPLICABLE FOR DELIVERY! Mentioned this point first so as to not cause any confusion. It was a weekend and I went in and ordered through UberEATS. Things ordered: Vegetarian Quesadilla (with rice and guac) and flan. Honestly, I don't have much to complain on the food-food aspect. It tasted pretty much like other Taquerias I've been to. It's not the best tasting food, but it's better than fast food, for sure. The portions are alright, probably not as generous with sides as others are. However, not bad. I'd still recommend for the food. My issue was packaging. The flan came in a small styrofoam white hinged box. The caramel liquid leaked out (obviously). The quesadilla was packed in a foil-ly box and was completely soggy. The salsa was kept in a Styrofoam white sippy cup. So all in all, terrible packing. And that is my sole issue. I'd suggest dining in, definitely not ordering delivery or carryout.

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    Tonya W.

    Great place for Mexican food. Hidden in a small strip of businesses behind White Castle but don't let that fool you. Our group had several good dishes, from chicken quesadillas, chicken fajitas, monster burrito, tacos carnitas and crazy fries. Portions are large. Monster burrito is MASSIVE. Food is similar to other Mexican restaurants with sides of refried beans and rice. Decor is inviting and cheery. The BATHROOMS were very upscale. Live edge counters and tile and stone work. I was impressed by the quality toilet paper (no it wasn't the typical cheap crap...pun intended). STAFF was amazing. Very friendly, prompt and authentic. Put this one on your list.

    Best Fajitas EVER!!
    Jodi A.

    First time here! Definitely not the last! The best value for the money. Service was great and the food is beyond compare. We found it by accident but we are not disappointed. Come here and try the food! I recommend the fajitas and the guacamole! I used to hate guacamole but this has changed my mind.

    Lunch special chimichanga & taco with rice and beans.
    Andi W.

    Ok so I eat out every Wednesday. It's my day off to clean, do laundry and grocery shop so, I treat myself to lunch! I went to El Picante in Loveland right at 11. I was seated at the front door in an empty restaurant and then watched them wait on everyone in parties of 2 or more before me even though I came I first. I got up and walked out and came here. I was greeted warmly and seated right away and not by the front door. Their chips are better and their salsa is a lot thicker than el picante. I ordered a two item lunch special for $7.99. I got a taco and a chimichanga with rice and beans. Everything was delicious! I had already quit going to the el picante on Branchhill due to horrible service I won't be going back to the one in Loveland across from Kroger anymore either. This is the second time they treated me poorly when dining alone. I take that into consideration when I tip so, it's definitely their loss! Looks like this is my new spot for Mexican lunch!

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    El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant

    El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant

    3.4
    (123 reviews)
    7.0 mi
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    I just so happened to be invited to lunch with 21 of my friends after being here earlier in the…read moreweek. Let me tell you, I didn't complain because the Birria Equites was right back on my radar and it didn't disappoint Oh! I tried something new! Cactus! It is so good!!! Hubby got a different dish, Del Mar Trio and he loves it! Ok, with that out of the way, let me do a standing ovation to the staff! we were served incredibly fast! Everyone loved their food and was so happy! One of the people spilled their drink and a gentleman was there immediately cleaning it off the table, someone else right behind him with a mop. Literally cleaned and dried within minutes! This place is beautiful to look at, clean, consistently good, great for couples or groups! Darly our server was a pro the whole time! Thank you all for a great lunch experience!

    Do not visit this restaurant if you value a fairly and accurately priced menu. I was upcharged…read morewithout warning on two meals, my cocktail arrived with a dead bug floating in it (tequila and soda), and the total for three drinks we ordered at our table cost $60. When we questioned how this was possible they told us that each shot of house tequila apparently was $9.99 and they put doubles in ours. When I asked to see the manager to protest, he said something about the menu changing or something--not really sure. All I know is that this place charged $20 per cocktail, the first beverage arrived with a dead bug in it, and the charges for these cocktails--which were fine but not swoon-worthy--was not clearly stated. Poor customer service when we politely addressed it with the manager. I do not usually post negative reviews but this seems so duplicitous and sneaky that I don't think it should be swept under the rug.

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    Birria Esquites 5
    Birria Esquites 5
    Outside view from the parking lot- gorgeous patio seating

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    Outside view from the parking lot- gorgeous patio seating
    Los de Carnitas

    Los de Carnitas

    5.0
    (3 reviews)
    6.8 mi

    Wow. Is this place a mirage? Was I dreaming? In an area that is severely lacking in locally owned…read morefood, this little truck is a breath of fresh air. It has been posted up in front of the Marathon gas station on old 74 for a bit now. If you were driving by you might miss it, but the buzz surrounding it was so much so, that I just had to try them out. The first time I stopped by was around 3pm on my way home and several other people were also in line. The very kind owner instantly greeted me and explained what they had that day. He took my order and they got to work. The people already waiting raved about the place and were super friendly. Everyone, including the staff, chatted and it made the wait go by quick. I ordered the chicken tacos, and the carnitas tacos. The owner had recommended just 2, but I had been accustomed to quite small tacos at other places so I got 4. Boy was he right, they were so packed full of meat that I could barely finish two! The other two made a great second meal at a later time! The corn tortillas were delicious and very authentic. Each succulent and very flavorful meat was topped with onions, cilantro and your choice of green, red, or hot sauce or all of the above. For my first time the owner recommended I try each separately with the hot sauce on the side. Also included was fresh lime and a grilled poblano pepper. Everything was amazing and I can confidently say this is the best authentic tacos I have ever had, anywhere. I cant say I have a favorite sauce because they each have sensational flavor, including the hot sauce. One try and I was hooked. I started following them on Facebook to catch certain days where they had special tacos, such as steak (which cost a tiny bit more due to the quality of the steak meat). The steak was just as amazing. They also serve breakfast. The second time I visited I did not know the extra cost until I received my order. Since it is cash only, I did not have enough. A kind person in line, who also shared the addiction to this spot, gifted me the $2 I was short. I hope to pay this forward in the future at another visit to my magical friendly neighborhood taco dealer! This isnt just great food, its an experience full of great people... who are also observing covid safety despite being outside btw.

    I got the steak quesadilla and my husband got the steak tacos. I would get the tacos next time…read morebecause they had super flavorful homemade sauces on them.

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    Carnitas tacos
    Carnitas and chicken tacos
    Carnitas and chicken tacos
    Steak tacos available on certain days!

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    Steak tacos available on certain days!
    Taqueria El Pastor Dorado

    Taqueria El Pastor Dorado

    4.8
    (20 reviews)
    6.6 mi

    What a nice hidden gem! Being from Southern California.. I am picky when it comes to Mexican food…read more. we're just different lol. Anywho! This is a hidden gem and this will be my go to place. First of all their menu is legit - for example... Cabeza and tongue taco! Yum! Asada taco - was actually really good and flavorful compared to what I've had at other places here in Cincinnati. Pastor taco - this was really tasty, the marinade on the pastor really came through and the char of the pastor really was good when paired with the pineapple in the taco. Cabeza taco - Heck yes! I will come back here to order many cabeza tacos LOL, this was actually really good and sometimes it's really hard to get cabeza right and they do it right!

    You know me and good taco trucks, I'm always on the lookout for the next one to try. I'd been by…read morethis one MANY times but hadn't had the chance to try it until today. Was it good? Absolutely! I went with my boss and co-worker to get some tasty tacos. Their menu is bigger than any other taco trucks I've seen so far. They do offer a few drinks but you're better off going to the Marathon station nearby. The taco trucks only accepts cash but there's an ATM inside the Marathon. I went with three tacos; one chicken, one al pastor, and one brisket. My boss also scored some chips and guac for us to split. Once you order, you get a little pager that buzzes when it's ready, and the service is very fast here. They have a few picnic tables nearby so you don't have to get it and run. The tacos were absolutely delicious and the sauces they gave made them even better. Their guac is excellent too and you can really taste the lime juice. This is a taco truck only worth checking out for sure! Next time, I'm bringing my lady for some taco time!

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    Taco truck time!
    Verde and Chipotle sauces.
    Verde and Chipotle sauces.
    Menu 8/23/22

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    Menu 8/23/22

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