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El Ranchero Restaurant

Mexican restaurant$10–20● Unknown Hours
4.2(1,155)
El Ranchero Restaurant

Roomy, comfortable counter-service joint offering tacos, burritos & other traditional Mexican fare.

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Carne asada
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Breakfast burrito
Carne asada fries
By owner
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What reviewers say

El Ranchero Restaurant receives mixed reviews on food quality, service, cleanliness, and tipping policies.

Themes summarized from customer reviews (sample of 8)

Is the food at El Ranchero Restaurant generally considered good?

Several reviewers praise the food, describing it as tasty, huge, and flavorful, while others note inconsistent meat quality and occasional overcharging. Overall, the majority find the food enjoyable, though a few report issues with freshness and pricing.

Source: 6 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium-high (recurring theme)

How is the service and atmosphere at El Ranchero Restaurant?

Guests often mention friendly and helpful staff, especially during dine-in experiences, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, one reviewer reported a rude cashier and another noted the restaurant felt disheveled upon arrival.

Source: 4 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (mixed feedback)

What are the cleanliness and dining environment like at El Ranchero Restaurant?

Multiple customers comment on cleanliness concerns, such as sticky floors and unclean tables. Despite this, the restaurant is noted for having ample parking and a large dining room.

Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (explicit mention)

Does El Ranchero Restaurant have a tipping policy for counter orders?

One reviewer expressed discomfort with being prompted to tip at the counter for a self-service experience, noting that other fast-food chains do not require tipping in such situations. The restaurant's policy on tipping for dine-in service is not highlighted in the reviews.

Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (single instance)

What are the pricing and value considerations for El Ranchero Restaurant?

Reviewers describe the prices as reasonable, with several mentioning good value for money, especially during special promotions like Taco Tuesday. However, one reviewer reported being overcharged for items not received.

Source: 4 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (recurring theme)

Ratings

4.2

4.2

1,155 reviews

5
680
4
270
3
92
2
35
1
78

Location

9260 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Rancho CucamongaCA91730

Hours

Monday7 AM–10 PM
Tuesday7 AM–10 PM
Wednesday7 AM–10 PM
Thursday7 AM–10 PM
Friday7 AM–10 PM
Saturday7 AM–9 PM
Sunday7 AM–9 PM

Popular Times

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Amenities & Details

Service options

DeliveryOnsite servicesTakeoutDine-in

Highlights

Fast serviceServes local specialty

Popular for

BreakfastLunchDinnerSolo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

AlcoholBeerCoffeeComfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Dining options

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerCateringCounter serviceDessertSeating

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

CasualCozyQuietTrendy

Crowd

College studentsGroupsTourists

Payments

Credit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile payments

Children

Good for kidsHigh chairsKids' menu

Parking

Free parking lotFree street parking

Pets

Dogs allowed outside

Details

Plus Code
3CPF+5G Rancho Cucamonga, California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Google Place ID
ChIJw-vnVb41w4ARlj2zce-_0AY

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