I just love this service and vibe here! Our crispy tacos were delicious, be sure to ask for salsa to spruce them up. Prices and portions were fair, you feel like such a part of history on Olvera Street they have a bit of seating, but also travels well to go. Great option while in the area! read more

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El Rancho Grande is about as authentic as it gets for Mexican food on Olvera Street. The four of us stopped by for brunch after the Los Muertos 5K, along with what felt like everyone else from the race, so it was understandably packed. It turned out to be a one-man operation, with the same person cooking and taking orders. We placed our orders at the counter and grabbed a table as soon as one opened up. My husband's chicken quesadilla and my enchilada with taco plate came out fairly quickly. Both were tasty and generous in portion. However, our two friends' meals never arrived, and after a while, we had to remind the chef, he had clearly been overwhelmed by the post-race rush. Once their burrito and taquito plate finally came out, we all dug in and finished our food pretty quickly. Overall, it was a good meal for the price, but the experience would've been smoother with a bit more help on such a busy day. read more

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Taquitos dorados. Simple, succulent, and delicious when prepared with care. I love finding places that prepare them well, and El Rancho Grande delivers the real-ness in classic LA form. Cuisine: 5/5. Nothing to dislike. Beverage: 4/5. Horchata. Nothing to dislike. Service: 5/5. Basics covered. Helpful and prompt. Say less. Ambiance: 5/5. Olvera St. is always enjoyable. It's dope to be in presence of the real, authentic LA. That said, the lack of folks on Olvera St. this day was eerie, and hopefully not a harbinger of things to come due to recent gestapo raids. read more

El Rancho Grande - Taquitos. - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I enjoyed their famous taquitos. The quac sauce is amazing and it hit the spot. Service is very friendly and I liked the historical atmosphere. read more

El Rancho Grande - 3 Taquitos combo includes beans and salad - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Dia de Muertos in Olvera Street was packed. With so many eateries and vendors that night, El Rancho Grande came in clutch. I ordered the Raul Special which included a bean and cheese burrito, taquitos, and a drink. The venue was small, outside, and seating was limited. However, they have a great turnaround and at the time the lines everywhere were long. The food was ok, both the taquitos and burritos. I'll probably consider other spots, but it's not bad if all the venues out there are packed and you need something to munch on quick. read more

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This restaurant on Olvera St. is a solid place to receive food quickly. I got the 3 taquitos with beans and salad combination ($10). Just a few minutes after I made my order, I got my plate of food. The person who cooked my food offered me a drink, and I chose an iced water. The portion size was adequate, but I felt like there could've been a little bit more beans and salad for the price. The taquitos were still filling and had a light, pleasant flavor. The salad and the tomato slice were also fresh. It's nice to know that this restaurant has competition with Juanita's Café just nearby. read more

I had to review this place. From the moment I walked up I felt welcomed like I was part of the family. The setting was quiet and so peaceful. Extremely serene. Jesse had such a warm and welcoming personality, and was so easy to talk to and made my visit extremely special. I wish I would've gotten everyone's name, but the other gentleman was like a favorite Tio. Everyone who was there or stopped by, was treated so much love. I must say that the food was amazing and I would love to come back again to eat and visit. This was an unforgettable experience! read more

El Rancho Grande - Cozy place to sit. I felt like I was family here. - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We have been coming to this place for 50+ years. Great food, quick service. Staff is amazing!

I hated the service here. Very very bad. Got my order wrong four times, and I never even received my drink. Then, when I finally got my food after the fourth time, it was made incorrectly. Ambiance was okay though read more

I truly love this place. The food is amazing and the owner is so nice and pretty. love love love this place.

It's been over 4 decades since I've walked Olvera St and the same time since I've had a taquitos at El Rancho Grande. Back in the day my abuelita knew the founder of this establishment. It is good to see and hear that the tradition still carries on. The food, taquitos, are still spot on from the days of my youth. The service is the same where everyone is like family. The ambiance has not changed. GAWD taking the train ride from South Orange County was definitely worth it. read more

Hospitality? Amazing, very welcoming and a sense of Mexico. I got the chicken enchiladas with rice...BOMB! It's a small spot but very nice. I came here spontaneously with my baby girl and I'm glad I did. Definitely recommend! read more

Wow! This place is amazing!!! I've never been, I went today as my friend and I went shopping and decided to get lunch. To my surprise, this little gem has the best service and truly deserves a 10 out 10, Homemade salsas are all delicious, the potato taco is so good, reminds me of my mother's cooking and of course the chicken taquitos with the green sauce and a side of refried beans definitely hit the spot. It's a 5 generational owned restaurant, in the middle Olverea street. The have a very casual seating area, small dining, but very comfortable after walking around, it was so nice to sit down and have a drink and a meal. I'll definitely be back here soon! read more

I have been coming to this place for years l! It never fails to hit the spot. The workers have been here for so long. This is a family owned restaurant and they are all friendly and welcoming. It's definitely worth the wait if there is a wait. The taquitos are my go to! But everything is delicious. Try this place you will love it. read more

El Rancho Grande - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Good and reliable basic classic Mexican food. Great for lunch stop. They do deliver! El Rancho Grande is my go to

Far and away the best Taquito spot on olvera st. There are others, but this place is the best. Fresh food, taquitos are not premade and then reheated. Don't even think about going somewhere else. read more

The food and the service was amazing, one of the best spots here in LA I'd definitely recommend coming here bring the family bring friends

This restaurant did not disappoint!! A bit expensive but worth every penny!! The food here speaks the truth and nothing but the truth!! Service was prompt and quick!! Tacos and enchiladas are among the best I had!! REAL authentic Mexican food and NOT touristy crap. For all those looking for some good food on Olvera Street make this your most important stop. This restaurant had been around since the 1930's and still going strong!! read more

El Rancho Grande - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was introduced to this place as a child by my dad, and go out of my way anytime I'm in LA to get taquitos and avocado sauce. It's right across from Union Station with easy parking right behind the restaurant. read more

There are many taquerias on Olvera Street, but our favorite has been El Rancho Grande. Their Taquitos and Guacamole Sauce are the best in my opinion. Their tacos and enchiladas are also very good. The service is always good and they're usually packed, just wait your turn for a table and be ready to enjoy delicious Taquitos. This is a hole-in-the wall spot and it's delicious. There is a small parking lot close to the entrance on one side and two big lots on the other side. read more

El Rancho Grande - Taquitos and Cheese Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My brother and I visited Olvera Street for the first time in 50+ years. We had first gotten a couple of taquitos for $6.50 from Cielito Lindo, but we were still hungry. As we continued down Olvera Street, we saw El Rancho Grande and ordered two taquitos for almost half the price at $3.50. El Rancho Grande's taquitos were similar to Cielito Lindo's, but the avocado sauce was much thicker, and the avocado flavor was more pronounced. After chatting with the extremely friendly Chef Carlos, we were enticed to try a potato hard shell taco, which was delicious! read more

El Rancho Grande - Chef Carlos is a one man show! - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here for the first time today. Apparently my boyfriends dad had been coming here for almost 50 years and our server has worked at the restaurant for 46 years! The owner even longer. This is a little mom and pop shop. The food here is legit, and homemade. I hear the #4 is the most popular, though I got a beef enchilada plate and it did not disappoint! It tastes just like something my bf mom would make at home. A lot of people might skip by this place to try the more expensive restaurants nearby, but give this place a try! A+ read more

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The service and food at El Rancho Grande are good. The prices are better than most of the larger higher priced sit down restaurants on Olivera Street . The restaurant has some seating, however, it's more of a take out spot. I would recommend for a good quick bite. read more

My family and I have been going to this restaurant since the 1980's. The taquitos are the best around in Los Angeles, the people working there have been there for years. Excellent food! read more

It's such a great spot my family has been going there's since the 60s. The food is amazing & tastes exactly the same every visit

Olvera Street's El Rancho Grande restaurant has been a favorite of mine since before 1970. My grandmother would bring us occasionally just for taquitos and soda. The best food for eat-in or takeout. read more

What a great experience we had! Ordered the taquitos with green salsa and a side of rice, both were so good! They also gave me some of the beans to try! The staff were so nice and gave great customer service. We went right after the lunch rush so it was quiet and a nice environment. Definitely coming back next time I'm in town! read more

Ate here for the first time. It's like I'm at my Italian grandma's house, except Mexican. The food is great. The feeling of family is very strong. Best refried beans I've ever had. Jesus is warm and welcoming. Ill be back! read more

This is the spot for Taquitos. Was served by Jesus, 5th generation owner. The taquitos were crunchy and flavorful. The place is a historical landmark. A Must when visiting Olvera Street. read more

El Rancho Grande - Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Very Delicious.. I am so glad we stopped in there to eat. I got the two taquitos and the one in Enchilada, beans and salad. the best Habanero salsa, our waiter was a young guy very friendly, the whole atmosphere I give it a 10+ plus the food read more

Originally came to Olevera St. to try Juanitas but they were closed so we went a couple spots down to El Rancho Grande and we're not disappointed! The service was great and fast. My boyfriend and I ordered the special #1 : 2 taquitos , 1 taco , and beans - the taquitos were BOMB (side note; they only have shredded beef) still 10/10 the only reason I knocked off a star is b/c I chose my taco to be de papa which to what I'm use to doesn't come with lettuce and tomato inside so I didn't order without and it kinda just overwhelmed the taco and I couldn't taste the papa, I would've ordered it plain so I didn't finish that. Beans were also 10/10. The taquitos come drenched in there delicious avocado sauce but we asked for salsa on the side as well, the red although flavorful wasn't spicy. The green was bomb and had a kick. Overall would definitely come back again! read more

I was going to sit down and the worker starting yelling at me so loud the dead could hear her. Telling me i cant sit there unless i am vaccination First of all there is no need to be so rude to me and yes i am People have forgotten human kindness's And if you are so scared don't work were there is a lot of people. Work in the back !!!!!!! No customer service she needs help Avoid there is other Mexican food in the area Do not go here they treat you like shit My mother don't even yell at me like she did read more

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I'm bummed meant to go to Juanita's but they had a wait oh well these guys saw a gringo and gave me taquitos that were sitting around. Whatever you suck as they were not fresh they were still good but not 4.5 stars food Rock off El Rancho Grande G read more

Can feet the history in this place. Food was great, especially love their tacos. Their employees are very friendly and helpful. My daughter brought 2 of her clients (disabled adults) and one spilled her horchata right when sitting and had no problem refilling her drink..we have been back a second time and was not disappointed! read more

all the combination plates are a go just depending on what you feeling Shout out Jesse and his family get the enchiladas or taquitos

there are so many overpriced restaurants on olvera st, so i'm glad we found this place. after passing up on a place that sold soft drinks for almost $7, we decided on el rancho grande. cute setup, nice attentive staff and good food for a pretty reasonable price. my only complaint is the portion and temperature of the food. the enchiladas are pretty small and the plate is covered in unmelted cheese which doesn't really melt from the heat of the food. read more

We got to Olvera St later than anticipated but were lucky enough to snag a table here. We were helped immediately and the food was hot and delicious. It cost about $40 to feed 3 adults. The employees were very friendly. I definitely recommend this place. read more

El Rancho Grande - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Bomb. Must Try. Authentic. This is the place for some Real Taquitos! The Cook/Owner has been here for decades and the flavor has not changed. Excellent service. Fresh and Fast Food. We Ordered the Taquito Plate with Rice and Beans. it came with their avocado sauce drizzles on top and they offer red, green and mild (aka ketchup) salsa options Everything taste good and it was nice pit stop while exploring Olvera Street. read more

Shout out to the chef in the Dodgers hat. My three friends and I were restaurant hopping on Olivera Street and so weren't ordering much. We came to this establishment and ordered a small horchata and a red pork plate. After receiving our drink and plate (with 4 wrapped hot corn tortillas off the hot stone grill), the chef came to ask how the food was. He came back with our horchata refilled for free. He also smiled at us as he flipped tortillas with his bare hands from the grill. Then he came back again and noticed we were running short on tortillas, so he brought out another four. He also came back again to check in on us and gave us a very spicy chile. Only eat this if you have a high tolerance for spice. The plate itself was delicious and flavorful. Portion wise, there wasn't anything lacking here for $13 (before tip). Come give this place a try, if not for the generous servings of food, then the friendly attentive service! The hostess and chef here were nice and more welcoming than neighbor restaurants on Olivera Street. read more

El Rancho Grande - Red pork plate - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

While waiting for the rest of my group to arrive this past Saturday, we stopped here to kill some time and have a bite to eat. Honestly had no idea what to order. We weren't too hungry but just wanted a quick bite, have a place to sit and relax and wait for the rest of my party. Service was fast and for the most part, the tables and area was clean. The restaurant is small, I believe I counted 4 tables maybe, I could be wrong, maybe there was more tables on the other side. I got a bean and cheese burrito and my daughter got the enchiladas. Appearance was ok, the portions are not big but it worked for us because like I said, we merely wanted a snack. It looked like the enchilada sauce was homemade. The rice and beans were ok too. The enchiladas were folded over, not rolled which was different. My burrito was good too: I would say the food is ok, service was very fast. I do wish the server would slow it down a bit, he sort of rushed us through which I thought was strange. Overall, customer service and food is good, I do recommend. It gets really busy here too read more