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La Rancherita

3.9 (312 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Dogs allowed

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Pineapple jalapeño margarita and lime margarita
Markiesa B.

This is more of a 3.5. I was here Friday evening for a work party. We only had one server, 1st problem. When you have large party you need more than one server to help. Ordered a drink the pineapple jalapeño margarita wasn't really strong to me. My mom and I shared the Texas fajitas which came with shrimp,Chicken, steak and a bunch of vegetables, it was missing jalapeños. I will say the portion size was great for the money. Had to hunt down the server to get a set of silverware, also basic things like making sure having enough napkins and chips for the table. Overall, it was a decent spot, but pricey though.

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Foghorn L.

Great food - as usual. We had a group of six so the server knew that she would be getting a 20% gratuity. The service was not good. I ordered the Tirras di Pollo. The flavors were fantastic! My wife got the Steak Quesadilla. She will be having the rest of her meal for lunch the next day. The chips and salsa were flavorful.

Fajita Quesadilla no cheese
Marie S.

Such Great people! We like to eat at the bar- the bartender is awesome always gets our food and drinks correct. The food is plentiful and delicious. The place is clean. One thing they need to think about is what they are showing on the TV's over the bar - there was a police show lots of shooting and killing, blood and gunfire.

Angie W.

My Choripollo was very good, my husband's Mixed Fajita was also very good. We both had plenty leftover for another meal. We subbed the rice and beans for fries, and they were quite tasty and plentiful. We also enjoyed their Chori-Queso appetizer, as well as the chips and salsa. A Blood orange margarita and a Mich Ultra made everything perfect. Service was great, and the decor was very nice! Our 2nd visit here and we will return when in the area again.

Arroz con pollo
Jessica K.

If you're looking for a Mexican restaurant with good food and big portions, this is the place to go. I got the arroz con pollo, and it was huge! I had lots of leftovers to take home. I opted out of getting peppers on it but did get onions. I did think the onions would be smaller, so I might not get it with onions again. The queso was also very good, and they gave each of us our own salsa, which was nice. The service was great. The booth seemed to be a little tight, but it was manageable. I would definitely come here again!

Mixed Fajitas
Ethan A.

Was staying in Raleigh on a work trip and had a craving for Mexican food, which led me to La Rancherita. I found the ambiance inside to be welcoming and provided a nice atmosphere. My server Yessenia was very kind and checked up on me multiple times while I ate. I ordered the steak and chicken fajitas which hit the SPOT. The meat was flavorful and cooked perfectly so it was still tender and not tough. The food was incredibly fresh, high quality, and the portions were enormous. You really get your money's worth, which is always a welcome occurrence nowadays. I definitely enjoyed my experience here and would recommend it to travelers and locals alike!

Birra tacos
Rob G.

This place is worth the stop. Great service at the bar, good food, fast, delicious, and friendly. Can't ask for much more.... Ok you got me. Yes, the beer was cold and and served in a frozen mug.

Sweet Agave Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Ashley D.

We walked in and were seated pretty quickly. I always check the vibe and there was quite a few kiddos so I knew we were in the right spot having our 5 year old with us. We quickly received chips and salsa. They chips weren't stale but the definitely had an extra crunch and the salsa was perfect. I personally was between the chicken/shrimp fajitas or the agave chipotle chicken tacos. Ultimately, I chose the tacos and boy am I glad. They had such great flavor even without the crema and cheese (boo lactose intolerance issues!). I will be dreaming of the sweet agave nectar on the top of the tacos for a long time. We will definitely come back since we are frequently in the Raleigh Durham area.

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Amber C.

OMG!!!!! The food was AMAZING! Every single thing we had was seasoned to perfection - from the warm tortilla chips - to the salsa - to the entrees! This is hands down the best Mexican restaurant I have been to in the Triangle. Our waitress was sooooo friendly and patient. She gave great recommendations and was really knowledgeable about the menu. The vibe in this place was great too! There's even an upstairs dining area! To say we were pleased is an understatement!!! It was our first time there but it definitely won't be our last.

Rice & Guacamole Salad
Kristal R.

Absolutely delicious steak fajitas!! Amazing portion sizes on everything from the fajitas to the margarita!! The service is always great and they are fantastic at refilling the chips and salsa. Definitely one of the best Mexican food spots in Raleigh!!

Casey S.

Out of towner here and if you are staying close by this is a must try place. quesabarria tacos are amazing

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They have stepped up their game the last 10 years. We eat there a good bit, the fajitas and signature items are good!

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Very good food. Very receptive staff. Excellent service. Clean. Experience we had with the manager was excellent.

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We came to Raleigh for the weekend and looked for something near our hotel. This place had great food, service, and prices!

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We came on a Tuesday around 7pm and it was pretty busy but we didn't have to wait for a table…read more Their service was fantastic throughout our dining experience. The staff were very attentive and hospitable. On Tuesdays, they have a Mix & Match 3 tacos deal for $11.99. You can mix both flour or corn tortilla tacos, but it doesn't include the Birria tacos. I ended up trying the shrimp tacos on flour tortilla, ribeye taco on corn, and al pastor on corn. I also tried a bite of the carne asada on flour taco from my sister. I would highly recommend the al pastor taco. It's juicy (comes with pineapple sticks) and the flavor is fantastic. The shrimp was also good but it's on the heavier side bc they add cheese. The ribeye was my least favorite and although the flavor is good, it's pretty dry without much sauce. If you want steak, I would go for the carne asada instead (they add guac) Overall, fantastic restaurant and a great deal for tacos on Tuesdays. My favorite part is the complimentary chips and salsa. Life changing.

La Victoria is a solid Mexican restaurant to satisfy my Mexican food cravings. The interior is so…read morenicely done and adds to the experience as well. When I went, the mojitos were on special for $6, so I of course had to order it. It was good, just a tad on the sweet side. For the app, we got the queso with chorizo and it was delicious. We also ordered the fajitas for two. It was HUGE and had an array of different meats - chicken, steak, chorizo, shrimp, and carnitas. Sadly most of the meats were overcooked and not as enjoyable to eat. La Victoria is still one of the better Mexican food spots I've had in Raleigh so far (especially as a native Texan growing up around incredible Tex-Mex). Worth a visit!

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La Rancherita - mexican - Updated October 2026

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