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El Ranchon

September 1st, 2008 · Comments


El Ranchon (Mexican)
3416 W McGraw St (Map)
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 281-9233

Gladys and Abner:  Is there anyone in Mangolia who has not eaten here?  It is a very popular neighborhood spot and the food is consistently good.  Friendly and fast service.  Perfect for families.

NWSource.com: “…I chose El Ranchon, a Mexican restaurant that serves the best sangria outside Spain, or so I was told by a fellow diner. The food was fine and I really liked the genuine friendliness.”

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  • oohda
    i agree with amusedpen: how about some specials.

    it is a very friendly restaurant.

    they remember what i like to drink.....
  • amusedpen
    It's dependable formula Mexican food for gringos, but the atmosphere and the family-anchored service is some of the best. With places like Senor Moose and La Carta de Oaxaca doing a land-office business, let's hope we seem a little more adventure on the menu soon.
  • MagMayor
    Commonly known as "The Ranch". El Ranchon is my son's favortie place to grab a burger. I love the Ranchon Burrito with a side of Margarita on the rocks.
  • lawton
    The food is OK. Kind of bland. Not really like they are cooking for themselves. More lettuce than should be allowed on tostadas. Where's the meat? The staff is consistently friendly and the service is good. One reason to go elsewhere for Mexican. Senor Moose.!
  • chiizus
    Food is ok... I prefer La Palma on 15th, but the one thing I love about El Ranchon is the guacamole. It is TO DIE FOR. Best guac I've ever had anywhere, EVER. Period. Which is probably why they charge a totally unreasonable amount for a side of it. But I'll usually splurge for it.

    I have noticed when I was getting take out there for lunch semi-regularly, the prices seem to change from week to week. Like, I almost thought the clerks just either didn't know what the right prices were or made them up. One day a dish would be a few dollars more or less than the same dish was a week before.
  • Val
    According to http://www.decadeonline.com/main.phtml?agency=skc, at last surprise health inspection this restaurant got 5 points, with 0 high risk violations.
  • chiizus
    Wow... best score in Magnolia it looks like!
  • Joe
    Fantastic food and excellent service.
  • John
    We love El Ranchon....the food, the service , the owners greeting you and remembering you. The
    kind of place every small town needs, and after all, isn't Magnolia really just a small town?
  • There is no reason to leave Magnolia to get good Mexican or Tex-Mex food.
  • Harry G
    Probably one of my top five favourite restaurants and we go there alot of the time. Delicious food and excellent staff.

    P.S. Cal, you might want to stop insulting others manners and learn how to spell.
  • Valentijn
    Great seafood dishes, which can be hard to find mexican-style! Also a nice variety, even some pretty healthy options. And of course, wonderful friendly staff.
  • N
    Great lively spot for a quick dinner...all age groups welcome. The food is not fancy but you can count on consistency every time and it's good. The best part is Abraham and his friendly staff. Now there's a business owner who knows how to welcome his customers and make them feel special!
  • Ker
    El alimento es fantástico, el servicio es amistoso, las pastillas son frescas, los frijoles dan mí asfixío con gas
  • Cal
    Andrea - Thanks, we had to sit next to you while you tought your kids their restaurant manners. Maybe start at home next time!
  • andrea
    The best place in town to take your children. We go there about once a week. My children have learned their restaurant manners there and the staff is wonderful and just like family. Can't say enough good things. A real treasure in our neighborhood.
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