After being in Raleigh for nearly 20 years, THIS is my favorite restaurant! I get the king rancherita burrito with no beans or chorizo (personal preference) and it is superb EVERY time. It's the only place I recommend when people ask for Mexican restaurants. My daughter loves their ACP and cheese dip! read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Wendy was and amazing server, prompt and very nice and attentive. We ordered with ease. Ordered the birria tacos , ACP con steak, agave chipotle chicken tacos , two kids cheese quesadillas. Food and drinks came out super fast. The birria tacos did not have any flavor or seasoning, thankfully we had the consume that added a little bit of flavor but not much more oil and greasy. ACP steak was pretty good. Agave chipotle chicken tacos were really dry, asked for extra sauce and that didn't make a difference it was the chicken overcooked. Overall we enjoyed our experience and would probably go back to this location. read more

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Great food - as usual. We had a group of six so the server knew that she would be getting a 20% gratuity. The service was not good. I ordered the Tirras di Pollo. The flavors were fantastic! My wife got the Steak Quesadilla. She will be having the rest of her meal for lunch the next day. The chips and salsa were flavorful. read more

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This is more of a 3.5. I was here Friday evening for a work party. We only had one server, 1st problem. When you have large party you need more than one server to help. Ordered a drink the pineapple jalapeño margarita wasn't really strong to me. My mom and I shared the Texas fajitas which came with shrimp,Chicken, steak and a bunch of vegetables, it was missing jalapeños. I will say the portion size was great for the money. Had to hunt down the server to get a set of silverware, also basic things like making sure having enough napkins and chips for the table. Overall, it was a decent spot, but pricey though. read more

La Rancherita - Pineapple jalapeño margarita and lime margarita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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The staff could improve. I love the ACP, only thing I order here but I would not be back after my last experience. I ordered two acps for pickup. I called multiple times before going there to tell them I only wanted one acp instead but first time it was busy second time busy then third time I got an answer but phone hung up.. so when I get there and tell them take one off, they got mad and tried to charge me for both anyways... read more

Such Great people! We like to eat at the bar- the bartender is awesome always gets our food and drinks correct. The food is plentiful and delicious. The place is clean. One thing they need to think about is what they are showing on the TV's over the bar - there was a police show lots of shooting and killing, blood and gunfire. read more

La Rancherita - Fajita Quesadilla no cheese - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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My Choripollo was very good, my husband's Mixed Fajita was also very good. We both had plenty leftover for another meal. We subbed the rice and beans for fries, and they were quite tasty and plentiful. We also enjoyed their Chori-Queso appetizer, as well as the chips and salsa. A Blood orange margarita and a Mich Ultra made everything perfect. Service was great, and the decor was very nice! Our 2nd visit here and we will return when in the area again. read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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If you're looking for a Mexican restaurant with good food and big portions, this is the place to go. I got the arroz con pollo, and it was huge! I had lots of leftovers to take home. I opted out of getting peppers on it but did get onions. I did think the onions would be smaller, so I might not get it with onions again. The queso was also very good, and they gave each of us our own salsa, which was nice. The service was great. The booth seemed to be a little tight, but it was manageable. I would definitely come here again! read more

La Rancherita - Arroz con pollo - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great place for both takeout and dining in! The drinks come in fun glasses and are always tasty. The chips and salsa are fresh. Pro tip: get the cheese dip! The decor is great and the inside is always clean. My boyfriend gets the king ranch burrito and it's massive! Can easily feed two for a great price. I've tried multiple menu items but I specifically love their enchilada sauce. Their combos make it easy to have a bit of everything. Overall, no complaints about the food or service. We consistently come back here. read more

Was staying in Raleigh on a work trip and had a craving for Mexican food, which led me to La Rancherita. I found the ambiance inside to be welcoming and provided a nice atmosphere. My server Yessenia was very kind and checked up on me multiple times while I ate. I ordered the steak and chicken fajitas which hit the SPOT. The meat was flavorful and cooked perfectly so it was still tender and not tough. The food was incredibly fresh, high quality, and the portions were enormous. You really get your money's worth, which is always a welcome occurrence nowadays. I definitely enjoyed my experience here and would recommend it to travelers and locals alike! read more

La Rancherita - Mixed Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The food here is great, this is my second time here. The portions are big. I'm pregnant and always hungry but I didn't even finish half my plate. I had what I think was called " Tiras de pollo" it's rice, beans, pico, and chicken smothered in a chipotle cheese sauce. On the other hand our server came to take our order with a big dirty bowl in her hand. And also was not as attentive as we'd hoped. It's a nice environment though overall. read more

First off, major props to this restaurant for being able to take a large party at the last minute. The menu is extensive, and both the drinks and dishes are massive. Everything was delicious and service was extremely fast. I can't recommend the queso and quesabirria enough. read more

This place is worth the stop. Great service at the bar, good food, fast, delicious, and friendly. Can't ask for much more.... Ok you got me. Yes, the beer was cold and and served in a frozen mug. read more

La Rancherita - Birra tacos - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I always come back to LaRancherita when I come back to Raleigh to visit friends! They never disappoint. Not only is the restaurant beautiful, I totally love the nachos. I always get the mixed fajitas (but sample everyone else's food) we always have enough food for another meal. Always a wonderful experience. read more

The food was delicious! I had the fish tacos. I got three huge fish tacos that were seasoned perfectly and were delicious. Got the soup as a side. It was amazing. Loved the chips and salsa! read more

They have stepped up their game the last 10 years. We eat there a good bit, the fajitas and signature items are good!

Great Food- HUGE dishes. Great Service, very nice ambiance. First time in and did not disappoint. We will be back. read more

We walked in and were seated pretty quickly. I always check the vibe and there was quite a few kiddos so I knew we were in the right spot having our 5 year old with us. We quickly received chips and salsa. They chips weren't stale but the definitely had an extra crunch and the salsa was perfect. I personally was between the chicken/shrimp fajitas or the agave chipotle chicken tacos. Ultimately, I chose the tacos and boy am I glad. They had such great flavor even without the crema and cheese (boo lactose intolerance issues!). I will be dreaming of the sweet agave nectar on the top of the tacos for a long time. We will definitely come back since we are frequently in the Raleigh Durham area. read more

La Rancherita - Sweet Agave Chipotle Chicken Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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OMG!!!!! The food was AMAZING! Every single thing we had was seasoned to perfection - from the warm tortilla chips - to the salsa - to the entrees! This is hands down the best Mexican restaurant I have been to in the Triangle. Our waitress was sooooo friendly and patient. She gave great recommendations and was really knowledgeable about the menu. The vibe in this place was great too! There's even an upstairs dining area! To say we were pleased is an understatement!!! It was our first time there but it definitely won't be our last. read more

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Absolutely delicious steak fajitas!! Amazing portion sizes on everything from the fajitas to the margarita!! The service is always great and they are fantastic at refilling the chips and salsa. Definitely one of the best Mexican food spots in Raleigh!! read more

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Out of towner here and if you are staying close by this is a must try place. quesabarria tacos are amazing read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

The restaurant is nice but they had the ambiance music very loud. So it was hard to have a conversation. The servers were courteous and helpful. The food was average. We ordered tacos but they lacked flavor and the tortilla did not feel fresh. Also, the tortillas chips served at the beginning were too salty. It's okay if you want something to eat, but there are better Mexican restaurants. read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Bae I love youuuuu, you my everythinggg. If I wasn't trying to watch my weight, I'd be here every weekend. I love the upbeat atmosphere and the menu never misses... read more

La Rancherita - Tiras de pollo - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Order: Chili relano, beef taco, chicken enchilada (green salsa) Pros: chips & salsa was really good. Chips not overly salty and the salsa had the right amount of kick and flavor. The ambiance was a vibe! The music was super fantastic and made me want to dance. Its clean in this place as well. The food was very very flavorful and delicious. I received a lot pf food for u def $15. Cons: there wasnt a lot of customization you could do to your meal. But Im wondering if the bartender wasnt understanding me. But it wasnt bad! read more

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ordered the chimichangas as a to go order. The guy at the front turned the order on it's side and then said, oh sorry they did something wrong. I will fix it. His fix was to pour queso on top of the chimichangas. They were nothing but mush and swimming in queso. The lettuce, guacamole and crème fresh were all mixed together. I took one bite then fed the chicken to my dogs. read more

Very good food. Very receptive staff. Excellent service. Clean. Experience we had with the manager was excellent.

La Rancherita is bueno. It's bright and cheerful inside. I was impressed. The staff is very friendly. Their margaritas are outstanding. They use fresh squeezed orange juice in the margaritas. The food portion size is massive. I ordered the fajita burrito. It's all the fixings of a fajita wrapped in a tortilla. It's was very good. Should have asked to have cheese added. We had a fun time atRancherita. read more

Good food, nice spot. One of our favored Mexican restaurants. They have good margaritas. The staff is friendly. Ambiance has improved over time. It's nice to see them building the business out over time. read more

La Rancherita - Chilaquiles - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We can rely on a pleasant experience at the Crabtree location of La Rancherita. It's easy to have a conversation over background sounds, and the service is fast and friendly. The food is tasty, and portions are substantial. Over the decades, decor, food presentation and seasonings have matured with their local success and the rise of competition, while pricing has kept reasonable pace with Tex Mex popularity in the area. Following hard-to-resist chips and salsa, our table enjoyed two variations on the Fajita Burrito (with delicious next-day leftovers), ACP, and Lime Carne Asada. La Rancharita Crabtree was a great place to complete our holiday weekend. read more

First off, and most importantly, the food was great. We had the chicken rolls starter which was surprisingly light. I had the burrito Al Pastor. Apart from being a bit too large.. the flavors were right on. I particularly liked the generous pineapple. Fajitas were better than average and carnitas enchiladas also solid. A bit surprised by the wait given how empty the mall was.. but their estimates of when we would be seated were right on. Contrary to some of the negative reviews, the servers were prompt and friendly. Decorations are cool as well. read more

Food was great We ordered a Piña Colada, Pastor Burrito, Shrimp Tacos, Elote Corn, Bean Dip. Great service!! We haven't been here in a while but the new decor and lighting is really nice and fits the vibe!! read more

La Rancherita - Bean Dip Chipotle Red Salsa Piña Colada - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I popped in for a Friday dinner after living near this spot for a while. Safe to say, I've got my go-to local Mexican restaurant now. They've got everything I want in a casual Mexican spot: free chips and salsa, a rock-solid bar, big portions, bold flavors, prompt service, and a no-fuss experience. We will absolutely be back sooner rather than later. Since moving to Raleigh, I have been searching high and low for a classic Mexican joint that delivers where it matters. I've had so many good (but not great) experiences in Raleigh, and I'm so glad I finally gave El Rancherita a visit. Excited to try the rest of the menu. read more

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I've never had a bad experience w a Mexican restaurant, until now. The inside & outside of this place is so nice!! The service is good too. Food was just ehh! For starters the basic chips and dips are given in a small bowl. But they are not good! It doesn't taste like the norm. And I get every Mexican restaurant is different. Some serve pico, spicy taquera, verde, and etc, but the one here is just not exquisite in any way! The tacos I got were the spicy steak. They weren't hot and they were dry! I've never had dry tacos lol the rice& beans served w it were good! I should've asked for sauce but it was too busy. My friend hyped this place up for me. Maybe I need to give it another try! read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Came here with my girlfriend a while back. The atmosphere was very nice, were there for lunch, so it was quiet and comfortable. Everything was clean! The service was fast and friendly. The chip were great, but the salsa was sooo good! The food was great, large portions and lots of extra like sour cream, guac and extra salsa. Hard to beat for a quick lunch! read more

We came to Raleigh for the weekend and looked for something near our hotel. This place had great food, service, and prices!

We were disappointed in La Rancherita. The salsa served is overly tomatoey and bland. We order the fajitas with chicken, beef and shrimp. The veggies were mixed, but had no flavor. The meats and shrimp were also hardly flavored. The guacamole was ok, didn't seem fresh though. Best part - crunchy, salty chips. :( read more

Festive place for great Latin food. My party if 6 ordered several items on the menu, including the amazing shrimp ceviche and fresh guacamole. However, the cocktails were not good. I had their margarita with jalapeños, but it was too sweet and did not taste spicy. The waitress forgot several of the items we ordered and she was not too familiar with the menu. Overall I give it a 3 star due to the service and the drinks. read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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This lovely restaurant was located right near our hotel in the Crabtree Mall area. It has a great atmosphere, with a friendly staff, and delicious food. The Dip Sampler was a nice appetizer while we enjoyed our cocktails and looked over the menu. My husband and I shared the nachos with ground beef. They were delicious! We'd order them again. read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Food is decent but way overpriced for what you're getting. We decided to grab their dip sampler and got some super small thing that was like $11 and the cheese and other dip had a dried film from it sitting out to long so not sure how long that was sitting before it even got to the table. Then the margs are way over priced and we had to send one back because it tasted like melted water. Had no flavor at all. The biggest thing I'd say is the prices here need to be lowered for the experience and quality of food you're getting. We wouldn't recommend and won't be back. read more

La Rancherita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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6/30/23-Ok let's start with the positive which at times can get buried under negative experiences. We were planning to dine at another restaurant but the wait was over an hour. My daughter suggested this place as she has dined her before. I have actually dined at another location and was pleased. Positives: no wait time, most of the staff was friendly and eager to assist, food was good and plentiful. Negative: OUR SERVER WAS THE WORST! We were seated within a few minutes of arriving. It took a couple of minutes before our server acknowledged us and once she did it was downhill from there. They bring you chips and salsa as you wait. Well we waited a good 7-8 minutes before she came back to even take our food orders. And that was after stopping her to do so. Other tables had been seated and orders taken before she came back to us. I ordered a pineapple Agua Fresca which after several minutes NEVER arrived so after tracking down our server I told her never mind. Once our food arrived, which was good, we only saw the back of our server as she would avoid our table to assist others. We literally had to ask other servers for things we wanted. I'm not sure what was going on but she was the absolute worst! I asked for a refill of water for my son that she never gave, had to get another server to assist. If they're short staffed I would understand it better, but this server literally would skip us to attend to surrounding tables. If I do decide to dine here again I will make sure not to have the same server, better yet dine at the other location. read more

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