Lovely old building right there in a residential area of OT Orange. Met some friends for Saturday lunch and did not even need to wait. Gotta love that. We had great service, attentive nice people work here. Chips were meant for gringoes but salsa was nice and spicy! I didn't mind. Had the chicken tostada with all the accoutrement- cheese, beans, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, onions on a crispy tortilla. It was fresh, flavorful and generous. Everyone served at the table was happy with their meals. I would return! Good place to take family, meet a friend, with no annoying waits or crowds.

Great food, great service. Very secluded and intimate setting for a date. I am not much of a Mexican food person, coming here with the wife because we were in the area, and to my surprise their food was good. I had the shrimp enchiladas and wife had the steak cane asada.

Great food and drinks. Waitress & waiter went out of there way to make my group luncheon wonderful.

Can't get enough of the good food here! The service always on point, waiters go above and beyond to please the customers! Ambiance pleasant and family oriented. The menu is full with good food however I keep going for the Pepe's grill platter! OMG I'm totally in love with the good taste! Husband loves the Carne Asada plate! I can't go pass my choice Definitely a 5 and above star if I had a choice

Always a good time at El Ranchito! I've been here over a dozen times, and never been disappointed. On our last visit, we were seated in the bar area, even though we had kids with us. Lots of tv screens in the bar, which allowed us to watch the Lakers game while eating! Promptly after being seated, we were given tortilla chips and water - service is always on point. I had the Mama Avila's soup and the skinny coconut margarita. These two are my go-to items at El Ranchito! As usual, our food came out quickly, and was served piping hot. The soup is so warm and comforting, and surprisingly filling, since it has rice and big chunks of chicken in it. If you haven't tried it, it's a must!

I've been multiple Avila's location. This is become a must stop when I visiting from Washington! I love how the staff does an amazing job embracing you and making you feel like your family or friends. Even though it's often my first time visiting one of their locations. This is real authentic Mexican food. Their food is always extremely consistent. I always make it a point to find a location when I am in the area. The Avila's famous caldo is worth it! But I always need to get throw in a crispy taco.

If you're looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant with delicious food, Avila's El Ranchito is a great spot! The chips and salsa are great! Good flavor! Friendly customer service. Sizzling Steak Fajitas- Steak tender and cooked well. Delicious! Came out sizzling, which I love! Makes for a great presentation. Grilled veggies still crisp. Guacamole tasted fresh not the best I've had. Refried beans had a good flavor. Chicken and Mole- Mole was a little sweet but flavorful. Chicken was tender- fall apart tender. Rice was super dry. Chicken Enchiladas- the red sauce is fabulous. Best thing about these enchiladas was the red sauce. Not as cheesy as other enchiladas. Skinny Tacos - fish wrapped in spinach. So delicious. Azteca Burrito- huge! Took 1/2 home. Soft drinks are a little pricey! This is Mexican restaurant is definitely worth a visit. Family owned and operated. Btw...They also have weekend brunch!!