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    Fiesta Ranchera

    3.7 (129 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    FIESTA RANCHERA ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Didn't expect those shells you grab off a grocery store shelf and ground beef. Shredded steak w/ fried shells are a million times better
    Ryan S.

    Work like 5 minutes away so thought I'd try this place. Got these beef tacos (yea I don't like toppings) and also chicken tacos. Chicken tacos were good, and while the beef tacos were decent. I definitely expected something better then what Taco Bell serves which is pre-made shells. Beef itself had good flavor but even just a few minutes driving and the meat was always lukewarm which was a huge disappointment. I personally won't go back, but I wouldn't be surprised if they have other food on the large menu that taste great

    Birria tacos with consume

    We love fiesta! My Fiance and I always come here for a chill dinner. Service and food never disappoint. Neither do the margaritas my favorite dish is the Martin special but we love to switch it up! Their menu is huge and these birria tacos are so amazing I think about them often.

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    Review G.

    There is no meat on the tacos and small portions. This place has really went down hill. Just skip, awful.

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    Jeffrey W.

    Oh man, where have I been?! The first time I dined at Fiesta Ranchera was in my high school days. Just had it again nearly 20 years later. How can I have overlooked this South side gem for so long?! On a little strip mall located SW Indy lies this delicious eatery. Inside is a nice, clean modern style layout with some dashes of art. The images of hispanic men in traditional outfits on horseback are nice standouts. The booths have a classy, dark brown color with comfy back padding. My server was very sweet and enthusiastic, and the other staff was very upbeat as well. I noticed very friendly interactions with other customers, likely regulars. A couple times I heard a staff person singing loud & proud in Spanish from the kitchen or nearby! The fajita chicken burrito was my selection last night. A great, zesty blend of tender, well seasoned chicken with grilled peppers and onions, wrapped in a soft shell topped with queso sauce. Half was consumed, and I look forward to finishing the leftovers later today! Haha! One small complaint is the menu layout. It seems to have a wide array of selections. But most items are noted on a long list that feels cluttered and a bit hard to read. Although the menu could perhaps be more organized, a delicious meal and outstanding service far outweigh this little setback. An excellent Mexican restaurant very well worth a visit!

    tortilla, salsa and a bowl of salsa
    Hannah J.

    I love this place so much! Such a classic go to Mexican restaurant. We used to go there weekly when we lived in south Indy and still stop by when I can! The service is impeccably fast and they get to know your order after a while. The queso is delicious and we love their chicken fajitas. My husband and I can share a single order of chicken fajitas, we just order an extra set of tortillas. Love their rice!!! The restaurant is clean and not too crowded in. There is an area with a bar in one of the rooms too.

    The waiter had an attitude the whole time, even rolling his eyes and grunting. The Fajitas & steak tacos were lacking meat tremendously and flourshells were hard. The birria tacos were made with old cornshell, nasty & soggy. I didn't even say anything while at the restaurant, was already uncomfortable with how my table was treated

    a bowl of tortilla and chips
    Lia S.

    My fav place to eat!! I always get drinks here, me and my girls always have our talks here!! The staff here are such nice people!! (there are so patient for me and my baby's girl) Might need to fix bathroom stall door!! haha, Me and my people LOVEEEEE the queso and the margaritas!!

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    2 months ago

    Been going here for years. Great food and the staff knows us on a first name basis. Be back soon!

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    La Presa in Plainfield is the best hot and spicy burrito in Indy. Fiesta rates 4/10. Lacks flavor and way too much rice.

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    Love this place, great servers, incredible food. In 20 years we haven't had a bad experience.

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    Service was awesome. Food was delicious!! Love this little place. I would recommend it to any out of town guests!!

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    Sketch Works Here!!! Best Food because he works here. Best service from Sketch, funny and fast. Great Vibes overall. Sketch Works Here!!!!

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