I know this place has been around for so long but I thought it was *only* vegan. The menu has mostly options that can be vegan and/or gluten-free, but for an omnivore like me, you can still get meat for your protein. The restaurant itself has an inviting and relaxing ambiance, and my friend and I had excellent service. At the time, there was one person handling several tables, but she frequently came around to check in and refill waters. I ordered the carne asada bowl, which I would order again. I used the orange hot sauce on the table, giving it a little bit of an extra kick, and it was perfect. I also ordered the passion fruit iced tea; though I didn't really taste the passion fruit come through, you get free refills, and it was still refreshing. I'm glad I finally made it in and will look forward to returning to try other dishes. read more

Mole was fine. Enchiladas were bland. Rice was bland. Beans were basic. Wet burrito had no flavor and the "TJ carne asada tacos" did not taste anything like TJ tacos.. What a let down! Great service though.. friendly and inviting. read more

The staff was very nice, The esquite, was amazing. We both had the enchiladas. Again very well made and full of flavor. One issue,,(which they corrected immediately) the inside of the first relleno was cold, the replacement was wonderful. read more

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Ranchos Cocina was excellent! We came for a late lunch and to watch some World Cup. The waitress was friendly and got our party of 7 seated quickly. They brought us chips with several types of salsa. Every salsa was at least a little hot, and the chips were super warm and fresh-tasting. I had the Papa Ranchos, the potatoes were cooked perfectly and the salsa ranchera was delicious. The portion was so big I only ate about half. The burritos and enchiladas at our table were all huge too. Nobody left hungry. Good food (with tons of vegan and vegetarian options), cozy ambiance, and a big TV- we will be back! read more

Ranchos Cocina - 1273158745. Papa Ranchos Combo Plate - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Went here for lunch with a group of 6 and we all loved our food- both the vegan options and regular options. I got the Tijuana tacos with shrimp and it was so flavorful. I love all the salsa they've got on the table, and fresh tortilla chips. Service was really nice, I'd definitely come back :) read more

Ranchos Cocina - 1274535759. Shrimp Tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Great little spot in Northpark. We had a party of 6, but they were very helpful in getting us a table as soon as possible. We only waited for about 10 minutes. The great thing about this place is that you can order almost every item was a vegan dish. That worked out great because my daughter and her fiancé are both vegans. We ordered guacamole and totopos, chimichangas, trio enchiladas, burritos and tortilla soup. Everything was delicious, including the vegan dishes. read more

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Immediately walking in, we were greeted and seated right away. The restaurant was tastefully designed and there was a lot of seating to where it didn't feel too crowded. Looking at the menu, there were a bunch of options to choose from. They have an extremely extensive menu with many drink options. I didn't know exactly what I was craving so having this many options was perfect to look through. The service was great and the waiter came with water, chips, and salsa quickly. She was very friendly and happy to give recommendations on menu items she liked! I ended up getting the Chicken Street Tacos (2) and they were really good. The chicken was a little dry but the sauce helped. They gave me a huge portion which I was very satisfied with! They were also $10, so for that price I was very pleased. Overall the restaurant was great in price, portions, and quality! read more

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TLDR: Excellent vegetarian friendly mexican food - small restaurant that doesn't take reservations so be prepared to wait: food is excellent! We arrived around 6 PM on a Saturday night and ended up waiting for about 30 minutes. The restaurant is well decorated but pretty small. Once seated we had their house chips and salsa - chips were very fresh and salsa was great. For mains a we got their taco bowl and the vegetarian enchiladas - both were delicious. Lot of vegan and vegetarian options! read more

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Amazing food and service! We got free chips and free refills on coffee. The chips were fresh and delicious, served with two housemade salsas. We put them on everything! The outdoor seating area is also very cute and filled with plants. For the main meal, we ordered taquitos, breakfast tacos, and the veggie enchilada trio. These were all easily made vegan and gluten-free. It all tasted amazing. I recommend the vegetarian chorizo as a protein choice. I'll definitely be back! read more

Ranchos Cocina - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

One of the best Mexican food restaurants in San Diego!! I appreciate the vegan options! My husband and I went here for lunch today. There was lots of seating and our server was fast and friendly. She helped answer our questions from the menu. I started with the ginger-rita with honey and a tajin rim. It was a light and refreshing drink. Obsessed! And to start we ordered chips and salsa and the chips were crispy, hot, and everything. Sidenote the crosses, artwork and signs were appealing to the eye. I was mesmerized by the crosses if I'm being honest. I ordered the trio enchiladas and my husband ordered the shrimp tacos. There is an option for vegan shrimp tacos as well. The flavors were out of this world for the enchiladas: cheese, chicken, and steak. The perfect amount of spice for the sauces. Highly recommend!! We will be back! read more

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My second time coming. The vegan options and the regular food is really good. Our server was super nice and was really welcoming. If you're in the area, come check it out. Nice spot in north park with a lot to do in the area. read more

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We were recommended this place for good vegetarian mexican food and they were definitely right. The variety of different good options was pretty great. The staff was super nice as well. Carmen was great with recommendations, was fast and friendly. We got the soyrizo borito that they made in house with quinua which actually worked well. The homemade sauces they give you are super nice as well. Both were fresh and packed with flavor. They weren't too spicy and the mango one added a nice fruitiness. Overall a great place and we will definitely be back. read more

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Long line out the door mid afternoon on a Sunday. Once I tried my burrito, I understood why! I've never had vegan carne asada and it was delicious, definitely worth a try. Take out was a good option- 30 min wait so we walked around instead of standing in line to wait. read more

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My wife and I have been here before and loved it. Since we had my mother in-law visiting from out of town, this was one of the places we recommended and wanted to show off our awesome San Diego food! This restaurant is located in the cool hip area of North Park, with a lot going on in the surrounding area. The decor is lively, full of greenery and festive Hispanic colors. We were greeted by our server who was very friendly and allowed us to be seated at any open table we preferred. We started off with guacamole and chips. They also offer chips and salsa as a complimentary addition for dining in. I ordered the Trio Enchiladas plate with three sauces with beef, chicken and cheese. My wife and mother in-law ordered the ancient grain chorizo tamale plate with a mole enchilada. They both ordered the food to be prepared as Vegan. All entrees came with rice and beans and everything was delicious! I would highly recommend this place to anyone as the food is outstanding and the service is great as well! Quick tip: parking can be tricky in this area but there is a small parking lot for Ranchos Cocina guests in the back that can be accessed through the alley! read more

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The restaurant has a cute authentic theme with lots of green plants. We arrived on a Sunday at 10am. We were seated immediately. After we ordered we received freshly fried tortilla chips with 3 different salsas. There are vegan and non vegan options. The menu is big! I'll need to come back to try more. read more

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AMAZING I'm visiting for the weekend and we were struggling to find a good brunch spot but most places in the area had over the top waiting times . I'm so happy we were able to stumble into this restaurant on our way to another one ! The ambiance called to us almost instantly . This place is beautifully decorated with plants of all kinds and familiar Mexican adornments. You can definitely tell this place is curated. The service was just as amazing , Carmen was very welcoming and immediately attended to us. We were so caught up with taking photos of the place that the wait time for the food was not long. As for the food , It was very delicious! We had ordered the Vegan Horchata Latte and by far the best iced coffee I've had . We even got some to go ! The selected menu Items we got was the Nachos Azules , Beef Rolled Taquitos , and Morning Matador Tacos . 10/10 again . Even the complementary Totopos were so fresh and the salsas were not overly spicy but very flavorful! We will definitely make this place part of our itinerary for our next trip . read more

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Delicious Mexican food. I am Mexican and I am very particular when it comes to Mexican food but this place is amazing. The food is very good, the vegan and vegetarian variations of the Mexican dishes are excellent. read more

It is unfortunate when an event occurs that sours your experience at a restaurant (Ranchos Cocinas on 30th St., just off of University Ave.) that you have been going to for years, and that you have been recommending to countless people. Today is Friday; July 17, 2026. Our server was a woman in her early 70's extremely rude and unprofessional. We dared move to a different table than she assisgned us to (small wobbly two seater to a four seater table) and her disgusting attitude took off from there. She actually involved patrons at two other tables, commenting on how we changed tables! (mind you there were plenty of seats for other guests, noone was left without a place to sit) what in the world??? This woman exhibited a facial expression of annoyance and exasperation when I asked for a refill of chips for the table. She smiled a saccarin sweet smile as she asked if we would like a box when we were still eating! Then came back to the table a little bit later with that same fake smile and asked if we were ready to leave, there was still food on our plates and we had not said anything to indicate that we were done. I don't even know what just happened this evening, I have never experienced such disrespectful and rude service like that before in my life. I can't believe that after all of this I tipped this woman 15%, this makes me want to kick myself, my thought process at the moment was well she brought the food and cleared the plates and I always tip, but the more I think about our experience what the heck was I thinking? This woman's treatment of us was disgusting and she did not deserve one penny but what goes around comes around, I'm sure that karma will come to her soon enough. D read more

Nice little place came here for our Christmas party if you have a big party I would recommend making a reservation! I ordered the chili relleno burrito and I would recommend it probably the best one I have had! I will bring my mom here to try! read more

my favorite place for vegan mexican food!!!! my friends and i discovered this place by searching "vegan mexican," and this place is actually so good! located in north park, this restaurant has fun decor - really feels unique to them. service is very kind and friendly, although they do get pretty busy at times. my friend usually gets the veggie enchilada trio and loves it (it's vegan too). we went on a tuesday during happy hour (2-5 pm mon-fri), so they had two deals you can choose from: 1) $10 mini chimi, or 2) buy a drink and get a free taco! the tofu mini chimi was amazing - so crispy! the vegan carne asada that they have there is so good, my friend got a vegan carne asada burrito and he really enjoyed. overall, love coming here. they always have great vegan food options and fun drinks every time i go. definitely worth every cent. read more

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So, we're walking out of the San Diego zoo not having eaten anything all day. Asked the young man at the gate for his nearby restaurant recommendation. He said if you like Mexican (which we do), you HAVE to try Ranchos Cocina. Everything about this wonderful Mexican restaurant is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! It wasn't very busy (an early Monday evening) so we got a table right away. We also got one of the best waitresses ever, Alex. She was phenomenal. Alex answered all of our questions and gave her menu recommendations. We took her up on both. First having the guacamole & chips (which in my opinion is one of the most important food representations of a Mexican restaurant) Then my wife and I both had the DE MOLE Enchiladas with Shredded Chicken (as recommended by Alex) I've never had DE MOLE and it was absolutely INCREDIBLE. On a side note, Alex also was extremely nice in cleaning up the broken bottle of salsa that got knocked down on the floor. Alex was so gracious in sitting down and writing out quite a few recommendations of things to do and see for us during the rest of our 5 day stay in San Diego. Needless to say, we took her up on them and did not disappoint. The decor was very cool with a lot of greenery, custom made crosses and photos on the wall. Truly a Mexican Restaurant to the finest degree in EVERY WAY. Thank you gate attendant and THANK YOU ALEX!!! read more

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Best food and service and ambiance that you can get any where in SD. My wife found this hidden gem and keep coming back again again. Great options if you are eating healthy or love good carne asada. ,The music and atmosphere is so unique. read more

Ranchos Cocina - Tri Sauce - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

It had been quite a while since the last time I went to Ranchos. The food was DELICIOUS. Nothing like breakfast for dinner. Service was excellent. Good job Ranchos Cocina. Very happy to see things got better! I'll definitely be coming back more often! read more

Ranchos Cocina - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Super friendly staff, aguas frescas are delicious, and I loved the food! This place is definitely a vibe. Ive been wanting to come for a while now -- there is such an aesthetic to it every time I walk by. They have yummy salsas, their chips are homemade and fresh... definitely recommend. read more

Ranchos Cocina - 1272923962. Tocho Morocho - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Delicious food, fresh, high-quality ingredients and a lot of wonderful vegan options.

We are from out of town and visited the place for the first time. The food was amazing, very crowded place! The service from one waitress named Yurivia was horrible! Very rude employee. While waiting for our table I moved out of the way to allow other people to go to their table - she yelled at me thinking I was going to take our table that was not ready! Next to out table young gentleman sat by himself, she approached him using very loud voice and asked him if he's eating alone. Her question sounded more accusatory - I looked at the gentleman and he's answer yes! Sort of embarred. She definitely can benefit from customer service training. read more

Fast service. Chips come in a very small cup but were fresh and crispy. Comes with 4 different salsa just not enough chips. I had a grilled chicken taco salad that was very good. read more

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If you are in North Park and craving authentic Mexican food, Ranchos Cocina is hands down the best place for both vegan and non vegan eaters. Sofia was our server and she was absolutely wonderful, friendly, and attentive, which made our experience even better. The vegan carne asada tacos are out of this world. They are juicy, flavorful, and tender enough to make you second guess if they are really vegan. The texture and taste are just like traditional ranchera or flat meat. Pair them with their homemade tortillas and you have a meal that feels straight out of a family kitchen. Their mole is another must try. It is rich, deep, and full of authentic flavor, the kind that reminds you of something your abuelita would make. The whole place is gorgeous, clean, and has a warm welcoming vibe that makes you want to stay a while. Whether you are vegan or not, Ranchos Cocina serves the best Mexican food in San Diego. A true gem! read more

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The Best Potato Roll Tacos. The Chips and Salsa are Authentic. The Peach Ice Tea is Amazing w Sugar. I've Known about this Place for a Long, long Time. As I'm an Old Time Customer. I Love the Authentic, Mexican Culture Ambiance of the Country Side, the Huge Plants, and the Mexican Music playing in the Background, really Sets the Mood and is the Best. Huge Fan of Frida as they have her Art on the walls. And, I Loved my Waitress. When I sat Here and had Lunch, it was High Vibes. The Music drew me in- as I wasn't planning on Dining in.. (As I walked by.) Truly Enjoyed my Time Dining, Here. read more

Ranchos Cocina has a very homey vibe interior and I really liked the overall feel inside of the restaurant. One of the things that makes them so unique is that so much of their menu can be made vegan/vegetarian. So this is a great place to bring both meat-eaters and non-meat eaters. The menu is quite extensive so I had to take more time than usual to order. Service throughout the night was impeccable and even one of the workers gave us some additional complimentary chips with our food which was very much appreciated. We started with the Queso Meso dip which was really delicious! Topped with some chorizo, this was a great starter. My only complaint is that it came only 5-6 tortilla chips. By the time we ate all the chips, there was still a decent amount of dip left. I orderd the Trio Enchiladas and each of them were very delicious! My favorite was the one with the red guajillo sauce on it. That sauce was sooo good! The presentation was beautiful as well. My gf also got the San Diego Sunrise Breakfast Burrito and subsituted it with vegan carne asada. I had a couple of bites and I thought that it was alright. The flavors were good but not something I would return back for vs. the enchiladas which were amazing. read more

Ranchos Cocina - Queso Meso - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Rancho Cocina is one of those places you visit and immediately fall in love with. From the moment you walk in, the service is outstanding, the food is incredible, and the waiters are wonderfully friendly. The prices are extraordinary (in a good way!), and the atmosphere is so authentic, it truly makes you feel like you've stepped right into Mexico. I am recommending this place 100%. Thank you for your great service to the North Park, San Diego community! read more

Ranchos Cocina - Gil Tower music Producer from Los Angeles and CEO of Guapacha Productions. - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Love the amazing salsas and vegetarian options. I have been going to Ranchos since they were in OB.

Decent food and a great spot for vegetarians--lots of options to choose from. The ambience is nice and comfortable. Parking can be tough in this area, so be prepared to walk a bit or use paid parking. read more

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The "happy hour" should be called the most unhappiest hour . Premade guac & premade whatever they call a "margarita." Chips are good.

I been coming for about 10 years, every time, they served me delicious food and their staff is super friendly.. My favorite dish, huevos con machaca and coffee read more

Ranchos Cocina - Everything was delicious, im glad i remember about taking the photo.. - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Vegetarian Review: Experience: Entered on a weekday afternoon without a reservation. The atmosphere was very welcoming, we sat inside and were given ample space. There was also outdoor seating. Drink: The horchata was phenomenal. Very cinnamon forward Service: Our server was very kind and accommodating. Food: The complimentary chips and salsa were some of the best I've had in San Diego My burrito was great, the mole served on top was so complex and flavorful. read more

If you would like to escape from the madness of the city for 30 minutes, consider the welcoming oasis that is Ranchos Cocina. The food, ambiance and service will not disappoint. For the vegans - this is the best Mexican cuisine in San Diego. The food is flavorful, creative and fresh. Don't forget to check out Taco Tuesday and Happy Hour! read more

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We randomly stumbled upon this place for lunch today for the first time and it was sooooo good. The interior decor is similar to the Mexican restaurants in old town so it was super cute. Service was really attentive and we got the complimentary chips and salsa for an appetizer. Their salsa is delicious and they also have a homemade green hot sauce and habanero mango sauce. Both were 10/10. For our entrees we got two tempura battered fish tacos and the surf and turf burrito. Both were super tasty. We ll definately be back. read more

Ranchos Cocina - Mahi tacos - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow, wow, wow!! We went in search of SIPZ (vegan restaurant) and was met at the door by a closed sign. We were pretty disappointed and walked only a few steps when we noticed that the sign outside of this lovely restaurant stated that it had plant based options! We decided to check them out and to our pleasant surprise, they had pretty much all the classic Mexican dishes as a vegan option!! Guys, let me tell youuuuuuuu... You have never had a vegan horchata as good as this place! Trust me, we've tried many and BOY, this place has a very VERY delicious vegan horchata! We got the Vegan Chorizo Quesadilla, the Vegan Ceviche, Vegan Potato Roll Tacos and the Vegan Chicken Tacos, along with the Vegan Horchatas, all to go. We were on our way somewhere and pretty much ate in the car but we were devouring it like we hadn't ate in days! Lol We decided to return and try them again another day, the lady that attended us the first time recognized us and was super nice! We decided to dine in this time, the inside was super cute, really nice Mexican chill music, and the bathrooms were spacey and clean! We had the vegan horchatas again OF COURSE, this time we had the Vegan Chicken Quesadilla, the Vegan trio Enchiladas, the Guac and Chips and the Vegan ceviche. All 10/10! I was surprised that when searching for vegan restaurants, Ranchos Cocina doesn't come up as an option or on any lists, this place deserves a shot out! They know what they're doing and offer EVERYTHING imaginable in a vegan option! My heart felt so much joy to see vegan menudo on the menu!! Parking is available in the back of the restaurant. read more

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Took my brother out for his birthday and he wanted vegan options. Came across Ranchos Cocina and 10/10, highly recommend! We order the special nachos with shiitake mushrooms, vegan chilaquiles with tofu scramble, and chicken and mole poblano. Everything was delicious. We had kombucha and coffee, the coffee was aromatic and satisfying. Will be revisiting Ranchos Cocina soon! ***apologies for no photos of food, too busy eating. read more

Ranchos Cocina - Kombucha - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California