The food is amazing red and green Chile is awesome and the Chile replenish are better than ones in Las Cruces, Rancho de Chimayo and others. They make them wither later like they should. Don't let the rough outside of the building fool you the food is great. The ambiance is standard diner but if you want good NM food here it is. Also the servicewas great but it wasn't busy when we went. It's worth the wait though. read more

Get new owners! They price gouge!! Charged me more than menu prices! I asked why with no answer why menu rice was $5 less...watch out for dishonesty read more

Yikes. Zero flavor, like ZERO FLAVOR. Worst food I've eaten in a very very long time. Canned beans? Y'all. I saw the can. I went out sick and checked your dumpster, coz I roll hard and I'm a chef, had to do some research. The food was WEIRD. Also, the replies I've seen from (the owner?) on reviews that weren't five stars are outright unprofessional. I shouldnt have let my partner pick this place because this SYSCO outlet literally left a bad taste in my mouth. Disgraceful. Tips: Use fresh ingredients. read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

My co-worker and I stopped here on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, for lunch. We didn't wait more than a minute to be seated at a window booth. The tables and booths were clean inside this spacious, high ceiling diner. Our server, Dianne, had a charming smile and took our order after delivering two ice waters with lemon. I ordered the red chile, flat stacked, shredded beef enchiladas with an over medium egg on top ($10.99/plus $1.29 for the egg). My co-worker opted for the sopapilla stuffed with shredded beef ($10.99). Our orders came with Mexican rice and beans on the side. Our dishes were ready in five minutes and were well heated. The rice had too much moisture and was a bit soggy. The beans were bland and appeared to be reheated and not fresh. My shredded beef in the enchiladas had too much moisture and the red chile had heat but no flavor. I'd say everything needed more seasoning. Dianne did bring out two sopapillas which were fresh, airy, and delicious. If you want average New Mexican food with large quantity than eat here. The service was good and the inside well cleaned. read more

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Came in a couple times while in the area. The service is friendly and quick and the menu has many options with breakfast served all day. The breakfast burritos are big and filling, the green & red sauce (Christmas is what New Mexicans call it) is good, the green being hotter of the two. The bacon is nice and thick. The omelette is good with the green sauce. The biscuits & gravy is okay wish it was sausage gravy but I crumbled my sausage. Kids plates plentiful and the cost is not high. Definitely recommend read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Kids pancake breakfast - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

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I had driven down from Colorado on Highway 285 through construction zones, tired and hungry. I got in just before closing time at 2:30pm, which sometimes gets you dirty looks from restaurant staff. Not here; they made me feel welcome. I had a combo plate (taco, enchilada, tamale) with excellent red chile and a sopapilla with honey - genuine tradition Northern N.M. cuisine. Great food and friendly service. The distinctive building, by the way, was originally one of a chain with a "country" theme. After they closed a few of them were taken over by mom-and-pop restaurants like this one. There's another in Pueblo, CO read more

We stopped by for lunch. Food was not good at all. We had been here a couple years ago and it was delicious. Sorry it went down. read more

Passing through from Texas looking for some good new Mexican food and Joannes delivered. Friendly and attentive wait staff was a treat and so was the chile relleno.. servings are a good size and the sopapillas are half the size of the plate! Enjoy! read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Huge! - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

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We stopped here today on our little road trip! The food was delicious! The New Mexican meal was perfect! Great service! Great sopaipillas too! read more

If you are into a classic breakfast at a reasonable price, this is the place to go in Espanola. I have stopped here over the years for breakfast. If you order chile - stick with the red. The staff are friendly and the service is great! 5 Stars! read more

Pretty good food, we ordered the smothered burritos they were good, not too spicy, older place, mostly locals dining when we went early sunday morning read more

Would NOT recommend!! This was the worst place we have eaten in New Mexico! Table of 5, last person's food came after the rest of us were finished. It was stale and disgusting. read more

We were SOOOOO hungry after our drive up to Chimayo. We were just kind of driving around looking for a place to eat and I had seen a recommendation to this restaurant for me on google. We pulled in and parked. Walking in, I was a little Leary of the landscaping in front of the restaurant.... it was pretty neglected looking. Walking into the restaurant is like being transformed to a different time and place. Tons of charm in this little diner/restaurant. Reminded me of a 1990's kbobs. I had the combo plate, red Chile and beef. I didn't know they were going to put shredded beef in the enchilada and when I saw it I thought "northerners....". When I ate it, my mind was blown. Never have I had anything other than cheese inside an enchilada. So good! I recommend stopping here. Don't be fooled by the exterior read more

On our way home from Pagosa Springs and popped in with the fam-bam for some breakfast. Can't say enough about this delicious little diner!! My kids enjoyed the blueberry pancakes, I ordered the huevos rancheros with Xmas sauce and my hubs got the breakfast burrito smothered in green Chile sauce. All remarkable, local and fresh!!! Sorry no pics as we quickly devoured it before hitting the road. read more

I stopped here on a vacation from my family's ranch to California. The food here was excellent. Very authentic and quality flavors. I ordered the stuffed soplillo with carne adovada and it was to die for. The portions are huge, I had a half order and I am a full grown man and it was enough for me. I'll definitely be back! read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Stuffed sopapilla adovada with green chile - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

This was our BEST New Mexican meal by far on our vacation. I loved the family feel and the downright homey-ness of this establishment. I tried the chilis rellenos and my husband had the carne adovado with huevos rancheros. My meal was absolutely delicious with the perfect amount of heat. I tasted is carne adovado and MIND BLOWN. It was perfect. So perfect in fact that I am now compelled to make it at home. (I even bought a ristra of dried chilis so I could experiment.) Of course, we loved the sopapillas. They were fresh and the perfect finish to our meal. The decor might not be cool or trendy, but the service was good, the food tasty, and the coffee better than any hotel coffee we had during our five days in New Mexico. Would I go back if in town again? Absolutely!!! read more

Horrible nothing is fresh the owner has gotten lazy people who like to eat slop don't know any better, it's that most people here in NM have nothing to compare good quality food too that is made fresh with quality ingredients. Do not waste your time the owner should just retire and quit ripping people off. read more

Unfriendly staff..not a word of welcome or an Hello when we walked in, just how many? lady took us to table and walked away. Waitress took our order without comment or answering questions. Food arrived without comment, and no warring that the plate was too hot to touch. after mean l, plates were picked up again with out comment. Bill was slapped down on on table. Very odd experience, their whole attitude was like.." Eat you food and leave" English was defiantly a second language, as staff was arguing with each other in Spanish. sorry we ate there..very average food read more

Was not impressed with this "traditional New Mexican cuisine". We are from Texas and can get better food at our Tex-Mex restaurants. The quesadilla tasted like canned cheese. The pork tamales with green sauce was all heat and no flavor. The beans tasted like they came out of a can. The rice wasn't much better. The only good part of the meal, besides leaving, were the sopapillas that they brought out, just not enough for our group of 4. read more

Mediocre Chile Rellenos. Deep Fried and soggy coating. Green Chile sauce was good but kinda soupy and bland. I ordered the $8.99 half order of Chile relleno. It was too much to eat for me, complimented with pinto beans, and Spanish rice. My husband had beef fajitas and he said the meat was on the tough side. I felt satisfied for an $8.99 full plate. read more

Our travel group loves to find hometown favorites, and we are constantly trying out new (to us) "mom and pop" restaurants. We LOVED Joann's! Maria was so patient to answer our many questions, and was spot-on with the answer to the question, "What would you order?" She suggested the Chicken Enchiladas, and several of us went with that. I chose tamales, and another ordered chicken fried steak. Every one of us cleaned our plate! We were staying at Buffalo Thunder, and this was only an enjoyable 12 mile drive from our hotel. read more

I totally agree with George R.'s review and description of the restaurant. My husband and I went in for a late breakfast. I had the huevos rancheros that came with pinto beans and tiny little cubes of fried potato (not sure what the potatoes were called). All was good, except the potatoes were a bit greasy. Steve had scrambled eggs, smoked bacon, hashbrowns, and a side of pancakes. He liked his very much. The bacon was very smokey and flavorful. Comfort food . . . it is. There were a few hand drawn pictures on the wall in the back that showed that someone loves their "Nanna" very much. Very homey and sweet. The server was attentive and very nice. I'd like to go back and have lunch or dinner if I'm in the area. read more

Certainly a local eatery; was really looking forward to getting a meal at Joann's but we really did not enjoy the food here and didn't even finish what we ordered. There are other stellar places one can go for gd nm food. read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Bean burrito plate - Christmas $7.99 - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

This is my favorite place to eat when I come into town to visit. They have the best chile around. The food is fresh, quick, hearty and absolutely delicious! If you want an excellent meal make a stop at Joanne's to eat! read more

Joann's Ranch-O-Casados - Mexican Near Me - Espanola, New Mexico

My husband and I had dinner there. I'm so glad we shared a plate. The food was not fresh. I think they just stuck my plate in the microwave to reheat. The rice was not thoroughly cooked and they used canned tomato sauce, which we do not like. The beans lacked flavor too. The red chilly sauce was nice and spicy. The sopapillas where of a good portion. read more

This place is so good. Hubby had the chimichanga with shredded beef. Loved it. Red Sauce was spicy but thick and tasty. I had the tostada half order. It had beans , cheese, lettuce ,sauce and it was light , not heavy food. I added shredded beef and it was great. Would be good without it too. Side of a homeny and red rice. So delicious. Also got freshly baked sopapilla (like soft fluffy bread) It could be eaten alone or with honey. Prices very reasonable. read more

Love there Carne Adovada . Very good flavor. Service was ok. Will be back for more !!

The food is very rich and has an excellent flavor, respect to the service is the best the waitresses always com good humor and a smile, make you feel at home. I come from Seattle and every year it is always a pleasure to visit the place. read more

Very nice waitress. Good food. Sopapillas and honey. Nice comfy quiet family atmosphere.

Joann's was my husband's favorite New Mexican restaurant 30 years ago. It was his one big decision on this trip to drive out of our way to eat here. We were both disappointed to find that the once flat enchiladas were now rolled and the corn tortillas in the enchiladas were dry. The sopapillas were doughy and cold. What a letdown! read more

We've been back a few times when we're in the area, and are still happy with the quality of the food and service. This is not the place to expect white tablecloths, but basic diner chic with good food/service. read more

Not a whole lot of options in Espanola but the bright sign caught our attention. Basic New Mexican food, good service, decent prices. I ordered the vegetarian tamales but they were out of them! So I got a breakfast burrito instead. Was nice that they advertised vegetarian options. My friend ordered the chipotle black bean burger and sweet potato fries! Would prob go back if I'm back in the area. read more

Joann's Restaurant Review: The service was Terrible, not only by our waitress, but also from the owner, JoAnn. As we were waiting for our food I was cold because the cold air from the windows gave me the chills. As I was rubbing my hands on my legs I felt something above my hand. As I looked under the table there was a piece of gum hanging down. It was disgusting, so when one of the waitresses came by to refill my tea I asked her if she could remove the gum. She just gave me a dirty look and walked away. So then when our waitress came with our food I asked her if she could remove the gum (because I sure as hell wasn't going to touch it), she mumbled somthing and walked away. She came back with the rest of our food and again I asked her to remove the gum and she stated she couldn't remove the gum until after I left. I told her I wanted it removed now because I didn't want to continue touching this hanging gum. She then got her towel that she cleans the tables with and with major attitude removed the gum. She rolled her eyes at me and went to talk with another server and both of them continued to give me dirty looks. I then went to the bathroom and noticed JoAnn sitting at a booth. I introduced myself and informed her of the situation that had taken place and she told me that her waitresses only clean the top of the tables not the bottom and that she couldn't help what children or adults do with their gum. She then asked me why was I touching under the table anyway. I could not believe what I was hearing. She should be apologizing not making her customers feel uncomfortable and questioning them. As I walked back to our table I looked around and the restrautant and noticed that it was filthy, the window sills were dusty and the ceiling had cobwebs. As I sat down at our booth, I noticed there was also gum on the seat and thought, I probably have gum on my pants too. I was upset with this visit. I then decided to get even with our server. I put syrup around the bottom of my plate so that she could get hey hands sticky. If she wants to give me dirty looks and talk about me, I might as well give her a reason. Maybe I shouldn't have done that, but it made me feel better. We will NEVER go back to this restaurant and I urge anyone who chooses to go eat there to think twice because if there front of the house is dirty, I could only imagine the kitchen. Sorry if I offended anyone with my post! read more

All of the food was very good. No complimentary chips and salsa. You can order for $2.50. Service was good. Very tasty food. Average portion sizes. Sopapilla was very good. They have a wide variety of hot teas to choose from as well as homemade desserts. read more

Maybe for out of staters this place might be good but when you're born and raised in New Mexico you know the difference between freshly cooked New Mexican food and out of the can refried beans. The help is lazy, rude and Joann wasn't very nice herself when I talked to her about her servers. Poor food poor service! read more

Food was too soggy due to the beans and green Chile coming from the freezer. Not very delightful customer service.

Horrible horrible food & awful attitudes & service! Will never recommend to anybody! Don't eat here!!! 1star only because I can't rate any lower. read more

Great food but lacks the atmosphere of a true Mexican Restaurant. The food is great and the staff friendly.. A fast off the main street Restaurant parking as well as handicap. read more

Had the chicken fajitas today and I can state without question they were the worst I have ever ordered. Instead of being served on a sizzling platter with fresh tortillas these came on a platter dominated with a bowl of canned (barely warm) beans staraight from a can and greasy cottage style fried potatos. The chicken in the fajitas was chewy and tough and the green chile was barely in evidence. The meal was topped off with a stone cold stale soppapilla.Beyond terrible. We won't be back. read more

I look forward to returning year after year for the Green Chili and the Sopapillas that are complimentary with your meal. She caters to vegetarians and meat eaters alike. I usually order enchiladas with green chili, or stuffed Sopapillas. I had my first Frito Pie ever here. It was very spicy though. I have come to really love this place. Service is always very good too. read more