There are so many Mexican restaurants in the Metro East that are just sad (not tasty/inauthentic)…read more Not so with Tienda El Ranchito! Before today, the only Mexican places I've actually enjoyed in over a year living in the area are Frida's in Fairview Heights and Agavero in Collinsville, and honestly, Agavero is just okay. Visiting Tienda El Ranchito today was a breath of fresh air and I'll definitely be back! Their salsa is more of a pico de gallo with a slight bit of heat from de-seeded jalapeños, but it was delicious. I had the al pastor and chicken tacos, with rice and beans, and my spouse had the carnitas, and all were great. Their beverage cups are large, which is nice, and the service was fast and friendly. Be aware, their main sign at the road is currently broken/missing anything that says their name. The front of the premises when you first walk in the door is actually a grocery store - the restaurant is in the back. Also, as many area restaurants do, they have an additional charge to pay with a credit card. I'm looking forward to my next visit!

Small restaurant behind a market ,with colorful decor and a parking lot . The chips and salsa were…read moregreat and so were the agua frescas we tried . The service was friendly but our server made errors with the order and didn't ask to fix them or check on us . The food came with rice and beans , both of which were "DELISH". The tacos were fine , the shrimp was rubbery and I got two chorizo tacos instead of the al pastor . The chile rellenos were great per my husband. The check was very very reasonable so definitely value for money . The store looked great and wish we had time to shop .

Their margaritas are very tasty! I would call them slightly sweet, but they have good flavor. My…read morefood was tasty, though they did technically mix up my order (I ordered shrimp fajitas and received shrimp and chicken) but I didn't mind and didn't mention it. The server was very friendly and helpful. It was a beautiful day, so we sat outside on their patio, which was perfect.

Food was exceptional I chose Chili Rellenos and they didn't disappoint They served $1.00…read moreMargaritas between 5pm and 6pm which we got to enjoy as a nice surprise The ambiance was muted and relaxing We would recommend coming here for the food and relaxing atmosphere We will again

Clean place good service and more Good food,tacos…read moreNachos,fajitas,fresh flavors waters..MARGARITAS ARE GREAT !!!

It was okay. The chips were like whole grain out of a bag but the salsa was delicious…read more Overall it was okay but not great. Wouldn't go out of my way to go back but if I was nearby, sure. I'm guessing the good reviews are people who have never had real Mexican food. Idk.

Greeted immediately with a smile. The homemade salsa is AMAZING. the fresh made hibiscus drink is…read morerefreshing and not overly sweet. Then I try my husband's horchata, which has the perfect amount of cinnamon and vanilla. They have good tacos and enchiladas, my husband is a fan of the tortas. But let me be clear I come for the Pozole Verde!! So many people like pozole or they like chicken tortilla soup, and you all miss this delicious herbaceous soup with a little kick. I feel good, I eat it. I have a cold, I eat it. I tried the other food and still took a bowl home. I haven't had a Pozole Verde this good since I left Texas. If you've never had it, this is the place you should try it. And the service is always friendly.

Typically order borra tacos and offered restaurant as suggestion to coworker. Coworkers food was…read morenot right and after trying mine, it was cold, dry and little to no cheese. Had order replaced but was still wrong. Wrong order of steak quesadilla. Corn but should be flour. This is the remake after first order was wrong, making both orders wrong unfortunately. Employee said boss was there and to tell him because the cooks won't listen to her. I guess the cooks are not taking suggestions on increasing customer satisfaction.

I really enjoy trying different Mexican restaurants in this area, and found several I like to visit…read moreand have a tasty meal. I recently ordered takeout from Tres Caminos and was very unhappy with the food, service and condition of the restaurant. My chicken taco salad was dismal: the chicken was shredded and looked and tasted dry. It was a very small serving, and the bill was More than $12.00 - more than posted on the online menu. The other item, enchiladas verdes, was a tiny serving, only one enchilada, not three as listed on the online menu. Why so stingy?? The total bill was $48.00 - wrong price and way overcharged! No beverage, no side sauces, nada! The fellow at the counter offered no explanation, and quickly looked away. The whole place was a mess - old and tired looking. I notice that your place is popular And I'm surprised. It seems like folks have gotten use to mediocre food, high prices and rundown environment. It must be the margaritas...

I didn't think this place could get any better, but it has since they seem to have brightened it up…read moreand cleaned it more than when I was in last! The food took a little long to get to us, but it was delicious. The vibes are casual and laid back and this is a great place to grab your favorite "Mexican" dishes!

I have to brag on Tres Caminos staff. We've been coming here more regularly lately, and every time…read morewe do, almost every one of the staff is so sweet to our 14-month-old son. Servers will come by and tousle his hair, say hello, wave to him, they are just genuinely so sweet and kind; it makes our day. And they are busy too! So it means even more that they make the time to treat us like family. The food is some of the best in the area, the place is always busy, and who doesn't love a margarita? It does get loud, but I've never had trouble hearing my meal partner. We will keep coming back!

After being a patron of this restaurant for over 5 years, both me and my family visit almost…read moreweekly, but for the first time ever me and my sister were discriminated against. This night the restaurant wasn't incredibly busy yet we waited nearly 15 minutes and were never greeted, given an update on service, provided water or anything. After sitting there for some time, we continued to chat, another table arrived, sat and just minutes after, they were greeted, offered drinks and were able to put in their order. During this entire time the waiter "Noe" maintained constant moments of eye contact, making me think he was arriving soon, but that never happened. I'm not sure if this was his attempt at trying to antagonize us or what but he kept smirking when looking over and even did so again when we expressed our disappointment in his neglect which appeared racially motivated. I guess he thought it was funny, but that sort of behavior and that level of blatant ignorance and disrespect certainly isn't.

Don't pass on this gem! A little rough on the outside, but…read morenice on the inside. Well decorated for ambiance, booths and tables to make it available for intimate dinners or larger parties. The service was outstanding! I can't say enough about it! The food was piping hot, and delicious. A wide menu with specials, lots of specialty margaritas, something for everyone. It's a nice ride on motorcycles, easy to find, easy in / out. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. We will definitely be back.

Haven't been here for a while, but still the best Mexican around. Food was quick and delicious,…read morebig servings! Had an excellent margarita, and the chips are hot and tasty. Salsa isn't very chunky but has a great flavor. Service was quick and attentive. They have a great local following and a reputation for excellence food with an affordable price. People were enjoying their meals and margs. Great place to enjoy a hot meal!