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    El Ranchito Taco Shop

    3.9 (223 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Nathan Z.

    Today on my search for the best breakfast burrito in the area, I stuck to the Bacon Breakfast Burrito to be able to compare evenly to others. The restaurant is clean and welcoming. I've door dashed this place a dozen times so it's good to get in and see it's very well kept. Wouldn't be a bad place to watch sports either, many TVs and lots of seating. 2 guys working the counter this morning were friendly and this is obviously a blue collar staple as several came through to get breakfast to-go. The salsa bar has 5 options and a bonus behind-the-counter by request only habanero! All were good, nothing jumped out as something I'd want a jar of. The habanero is definitely the only one you'll find any substantial heat. Sensitive palates will definitely feel it with the salsa bar "hot" options, but get the habanero is you like the excitement of a good burn. The burrito is a decent size, satisfying but not filling. Inside is everything I typically don't like in a bacon breakfast burrito, but this one held up and was enjoyable. First it has beans, which can really overwhelm a breakfast burrito. These were flavorful and subtly applied, not at all overwhelming. The eggs were more of a fresh griddle fold than a fluffy scramble, I prefer the scramble, but they cooked them in a way that created a nice layered effect. Cheese and hashbrown style-ish potatoes applied on the layer of egg and then bacon generously applied. The layering definitely made this an enjoyable burrito to eat despite my preferences generally being otherwise. 5 stars for location, parking, cleanliness and overall welcoming interior. 5 stars for the staff working this morning, orders were taken quickly and they were patient with a few difficult customers I saw come through. 4.6 stars for the burrito, and this is because I prefer it done differently. Tasty-yes, size value-yes, salsa selection good-yes. All the right things, so if this is your style you're def going to like this place.

    Hard Taco

    Had a good experience fast service and satisfied the taco craving in murrieta. Girls in the front were sweet and attentive.

    Sad excuse of a "California burrito"

    Worst California burrito I've had. Barely anything inside. And missing ingredients. I won't be coming back here again. No idea how this place is constantly packed.

    My friends food had like no meat in the quesadillas that he payed to have asada in.

    The food is what is saving this place, the short young lady with brown hair who took my order must have just forgot i got a drink cause i had to ask her work mate for my drink because she just took my order and walked away just to talk to someone in the bar section. Never felt like ive bothered anyone more than when i made my food order.I feel bad for the young man who has to pick up for her. As for my food it was very subpar and could be better. My california burrito was basically all cheese and sour cream with a load of empty space. The best thing about the place is that its clean. Overall ive never had a experience where i have to wait for my soda when no one is in line and the lady who takes my order would rather go talk to someone at the bar then to do her job. Do better, in every department

    Not enough meet in Super Quesadilla

    Personally I wouldn't come here, food prices are too expensive for how small the dishes are, my friend got a California burrito that was small and was 50% just cheese that wasn't melted, I got the quesadilla supreme which two out of 3 pieces were all cheese and only 6 small pieces of meet. Customer service was bad it wasn't busy and while waiting for my food I decided to go back and order a horchata, the young lady gave me a the receipt with a number and walked away instead of turning around and serving it ‍. I was just like really your gonna make me wait for a drink!!! The other gentleman then came and I asked if he could serve it and he did. The only good thing here is that their meet is somewhat decent that's it!!!!

    Heather D.

    The street tacos were perfect! They were loaded with flavorful carne asada. Service was fast & friendly. They have one of those TouchTunes for music, and lots of tvs for sports. They have a limited bar (not a full liquor license.)

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    1 month ago

    Love this place! The food is fresh and great quality! Rosie helped us out and she was great and very sweet. Definitely recommend this place.

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    2 months ago

    Amazing food I loved the street tacos, very clean ambiance and great service!! Very very yummy

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    5 months ago

    El Ranchito has some tasty tacos and offers fast service. Would recommend for a quick and yummy snack!

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    Awesome and amazing food will recommend to friends and family food is just right and good customer service

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    Great customer service and delicious food!good pricing, clean and fast service!! I recommend this place to everybody

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    The food is always on point, hot, fresh and consistently good! The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable about the menu

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    4.0
    (470 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    This bowl was next level. The broth was deep, rich, and perfectly seasoned--comforting but still…read morebold, with just the right amount of heat. You could tell it had been simmered properly; every spoonful had layers of flavor instead of just spice. The meat was tender and plentiful, the hominy cooked just right, and the fresh cabbage, onion, cilantro, and lime brought everything together perfectly. Adding the salsas took it from great to unforgettable--each one added its own kick without overpowering the soup. This is the kind of pozole that warms you up, fills you up, and makes you slow down because you don't want it to end. Simple, authentic, and done right. I'd come back for this alone.

    Tried this local taco place in Murrieta. Have lived here for…read morefour years and still trying local taco places. Saw reviews on Yelp and thought we would take a field trip. Hubby always has nachos- so of course he had the carnitas nachos. I had a pollo tostada and a carnitas sope. Conclusion: nice, clean fast casual restaurant, lovely people and fresh tasting food. Nachos were served in a huge mound with big pieces of juicy pork,beans, cheese and guacamole. My pollo tostada was lightly fried and packed with lots of chicken, lettuce, tomato and cheese and the sope had the same accompaniments and juicy pork. I think I preferred the tostada over the sope ( because of the base) but that's my personal preference. Will definitely add this little shop in to our taco rotation!!

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    Carne Asada Sope. Thin & Crispy on the outside, fluffy & chewy on the inside. So Good!
    Carne Asada Sope. Thin & Crispy on the outside, fluffy & chewy on the inside. So Good!
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    Familia Restaurant Grill

    4.6
    (167 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    This place is a hidden gem, first thing walking in I was great with a bright, happy woman behind…read morethe register. I asked what breakfast burrito is the best or her favorite and took her up on the recommendation of the Machaca Breakfast Burrito. Choosing to dine in I was offered chips and salsa and asked for salsa preference. No salsa bar here which was fine, I chose spicy and got a roasted red salsa and creamy green salsa. Red had more kick but the green had such a nice bright flavor. I'm sure there are more options but it was nice to trust the service to pick. Now for the burrito, the star of the show, Machaca is only 50 cents more than the bacon, coming in at around $14 which is about average around here. The size was great and a nice weight. Cutting it open there was a great mix of all the ingredients. Potatoes were a small dice and seasoned with the same spice they sprinkle on their chips I think. Fajita style onions and peppers with a generous amount of juicy Machaca, laced with perfectly melted cheese. I think there may have been some refried beans in there too since I asked for everything they recommend. If there was they were so nicely blended they didn't dominate a single bite and may have performed more as a binder. 5 stars for Location and staff were both great as it's not hard to get to off Ynez by the dealerships. It's the kind of place locals know of and tell people they got their perfect spot. Blown away by how friendly the staff is, in the morning, while taking deliveries. The Machaca Breakfast Burrito is a solid 4.9/5, would definitely order again after I try some of the others because this place is definitely going on the short list of go-to spots. They have quesaberria tacos that look awesome.

    My husband and I stopped by here because we were craving burritos. It's a small restaurant with a…read morefew tables and a refrigerator for their drinks. We were greeted upon arrival and walked up to the counter to place our orders. I ordered the Fish Burrito which comes with cabbage, pico salsa, chipotle sauce, and Spanish rice. This was tasty and filling! I saved half for later because we had to get ready for a wedding in the afternoon. The fish was battered and was perfectly crispy. There was just the right amount of salsa. The chipotle sauce also added the right amount of smokiness. I could taste all the ingredients complimenting each other in every bite. I would order this again! As we were enjoying our lunch, there were a lot of people filtering in and out. This seems to be a reliable spot for locals. Thank you, Familia Restaurant Grill, for the great food and service!

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    One of the very FEW places that still gives you chips and salsa w your order. The SPICY GREEN sauce is fire!!

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    One of the very FEW places that still gives you chips and salsa w your order. The SPICY GREEN sauce is fire!!

    El Ranchito Taco Shop - mexican - Updated June 2026

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