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    Tacos El Rancho

    3.8 (146 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lisa S.

    Was in downtown during lunch time and stopped in. Got my food quickly. I got two tacos (one shrimp and one fish). Tacos were good size and full, did not skimp on the fish. I got the spicy salsa which was good but not overly spicy. There are some tables inside if you want to eat there. Good for a quick lunch.

    Horchata
    Jasmarie P.

    If you're passing downtown or work in downtown, I'd highly recommend trying this place! They had a 3 taco for $10 for taco Tuesday and they were great! Service was very friendly and patient. The ambience was well and had a nice flow of customers being in and out. Everyone enjoyed their food and willing to come back to try! Thank you for the experience!

    Taco salad with chicken
    Jamie P.

    I came here with a group of coworkers on their recommendation. The food was fresh and easy to order. I got the taco salad which tasted great. The location is smaller but quick. The staff were all nice and helpful getting our large group through.

    2 taco plate
    Vanessa G.

    Really good place for lunch. I ordered two soft tacos one chicken and one steak with all the fixings. I also got a small Jamaica. Such a great lunch. Food was good. The rice was super fluffy and the refried beans were also good. Both did need added salt. Also the red sauce is not hot at all. It didn't even have a kick to it and I believe you guys should have at least three different sauces. One mild (green or red) one medium (like what I had ordered) & one super hot. I want to sweat ;) The place was clean. Great walking distance to and from work which helps with my metabolism. Service was great. Love seeing happy faces. Thank you so much. I will be back. The chicken is my fav.

    Black bean quesadillas
    Lisa K.

    This is a life saving late night spot in downtown Orlando. The menu is simple and classic Mexican fare--quesadillas, tacos, burritos, etc. Everything was great and at a good price point. I would definitely return.

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    Sarah C.

    I got the Taco Tuesday deal and wow... I ordered 1 Carnita, Al pastor, and chicken. The meat was so flavorful and you can tell this place is really authentic! Defiantly my new taco Tuesday place!!

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    Joe S.

    I was at the courthouse for jury duty and during the lunch break, this place won the battle of WTF should I eat. It wasn't a hard battle as I really like tacos. I ordered 3 tacos which is NEVER enough for me and that held true here. I was still hungry when I left but I also didn't want to stuff myself as I'd probably be having to excuse myself a bunch of times. I like when taco places have different toppings for different types of tacos and here, it was the same options for every taco from what I could tell. It was counter service so I didn't have time to analyze the menu to death to see, but I had a few different proteins and they all kinda tasted the same due to the toppings. The staff was friendly, quick and efficient which made for a quick stop for lunch and I was able to make it back to the courthouse in plenty of time to sit and wait some more.

    Overly cooked meat!
    Grecia G.

    I'm surprised this place has this many stars! Btw I'm Mexican so I know a good taco lol. I was craving authentic Mexican street tacos. And boy I literally didn't eat any of my food. I got 9 tacos for me and my man to go! It was the worst tacos I've ever had abs I'm not exaggerating at all the carbs asada was over cooked abs literally you can chew it abs chew forever! The chicken was drenched in oil literally it was oozing out the tacos. The shrimp as well nasty abs oily. Ppl who are giving this place gee the at reviews obviously don't know what real Mexican food is.I ordered 9 tacos and I only ate one out of all of them. The customer service is horrible two employees started like arguing in front of me then she says sorry to me! AVOID!!AVOID AVOID DO NOY CONE HERE TGERES BETTER PLACES AROUND!

    Taco Tuesday!
    Brande B.

    Great special for a quick lunch! Service was fast and the meat selection was great. The shells weren't as fresh as I would have hoped but they were good nonetheless.

    Single Taco (Shredded Beef)
    A. C.

    (7/31/2023) We've been doing a kind of taco crawl around downtown and near work. I have been to the Tacos El Rancho on Conway several times. This location seems not as good to me. I don't know how standardized they are between locations. Def the prices were higher, possibly the higher rent downtown. The flavors were oddly muted and did not travel all that well.

    Gold Chimichanga
    Ken L.

    My friend wanted Mexican and this was close in the area plus it was one of the few places that was open after 11 so we decide to go. I got the Gold Chimichanga which I believe is their specialty since the t shirts the workers wore claim they have the best ones in Orlando. I wanted lengua as my meat option but they were out so I got carne asada instead. I also got a Pina to drink. Now this food isn't authentic Mexican and was average at best. The Chimichanga was more chewy than crispy as it wasnt fried long enough. The carne asada was low equally beef. The topping were decent. The entire time I was eating I couldn't help but think this was just drunk people food and the only reason this place has business is because if it's close proximity to downtown and it being open late. Now don't get me wrong the food isn't terrible, it's just not that good. With the watered down pina this wasn't worth the $20-$21. I highly doubt I'd be returning.

    Golden steak chimichanga! Superb!

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    While the tacos were good and the service was very friendly, the price for a single taco, side of chips and queso and a drink was over $15.

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    The food was really good very flavorful came up for the day because it was close to the hotel but really good tho

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    Hands down best Mexican food in Orlando period. The place is clean, the people are nice, and the food is whipped up super fast

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    Amazing food and service. Great vibe as well Hands down one of the best taco joints in Orlando.

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