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    Las Ranitas

    3.8 (56 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex, Mexican
    Closed 10:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Left was our server and on the right was thebso called head I guess horrible people need training and learn to talk to people

    horrible service couldnt even get refills. didnt get a refill untill my food came out 20 minutes later then my brothers food was wrong so another 15 minutes wait. got the ticket saw they took out a tip from everyones ticket even though she doesnt deserve it. i talk to the lady thats in charge about the tip and she laughs in our face and defends her server because we only talk english. horrible servive and management. tips should be for people that deserve it. the photo attached is the two people that shouldnt be working in this industry. they were talking crap to us in spanish like we didnt understand what they were saying.

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    Elisa M.

    There are other locations in the metroplex is how I got introduced to this restaurant however having one in my own neighborhood is a win! So I've been coming here since before COVID and I'm glad that COVID didn't take them out. I have never not gotten positive feedback from anyone who I have taken here (and I have taken lots). On the most recent trip I took my pickiest friend and he gave it a thumbs up. Their steak fajitas are delicious, I love their salsa and queso. Recently we got a drink while waiting for our food to go and it was on point. I had ordered something that didn't make it into the bag, I called up and they made it right. Seriously, if you are in the neighborhood give them a try! And I would have pictures of the food but it gets eaten so quickly that I never get a chance!

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    Cassie P.

    Came in for a late lunch, I believe we arrived around 145 PM and there was only one other table occupied. So we were seated and our drink orders taken. I also ordered a bowl of queso for the table to share. I asked for extra bowls to share the queso and I felt a little negativity but brushed it off. That's when the other people I was with said our waitress isn't good and has an attitude. I felt we should give her a chance. Each time she came she stood as if in a hurry to leave. She took our order with barely a grunt. There were other employees standing around gossiping. Refills were never offered. When our food arrived I had to flag down the waitress and ask for silverware. I was briskly handed the silverware and passed it out to the rest of the table. The food was ok, not spectacular but not bad. I enjoyed my queso enchiladas topped with steak but the rice was bland. The beans were decent and the fries were hot. The tortillas are thick, like a store bought tortilla instead of homemade. When we were finished our waitress never brought our ticket. We finally got up and went to the register and asked to pay. The women apologized for our service, I guess she. Oils tell we were not thrilled with our waitress.

    Chille relleno with fajita and rice and beans and a side of salad.
    Elisa G.

    The waitress was adorable. But I don't know exactly what is going on in the kitchen. I asked for the Chile relleno with fajita and rice and beans. And I was surprised that my order was out super fast. Well when I dug in because this was my first big meal of the day at 2:00 pm Friday my fajitas were cold. And I asked the waitress is this suppose to be cold she said no I will fix this. I hate returning my food. And yet she came back with my cold fajitas and rice and beans were not hot they felt like room temperature. I sure was not going to send it back twice. It should of been right in the first try. I am so disappointed. And then you tell the waitress and what can she do but be embarrassed. I told the cashier as well and her response was did you tell the waitress. And I said yes. Abs yes she sent it back. But brought it back the same. She would not know she is just the waitress not the cook. Will not be coming here again for a while until I forget because I love this place and have never had a problem. Till today

    Two tacos al pastor on corn and chicken on flour with rice and beans
    Grace A.

    Went during lunch during the Week. Service is fast if you are time constraints but I've had better Mexican food. I wouldn't go back. But the food wasn't nothing spectacular.

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    Angela B.

    This is a Mexican food restaurant with an attached billiards in the back. Their frozen margaritas are delicious! You're served chips and salsa prior to your food coming out. If you want other salsa/Chile to go with your food you'll have to request it.

    Robert C.

    Great tasting Try the stake quesadias You won't be disappointed It has a great smoky flavor Delicious

    Shrimp tostadas
    Tania C.

    I ordered the tostadas to go for dinner. They said it would be ready in 10 minuets. Food was ready when I arrived. Great atmosphere and little frog decorations everywhere. The cashier was very friendly and pleasant. The food was great. Only con: salsa doesn't come with my order to go but the cashier gave us one. The salsa was really good just wasn't enough. FYI: they have a lunch special for tostadas on Tuesday

    Vegetarian plate prepared special for me!! Grilled Mexican zucchini, salad and grilled onions.

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    Fast service and great food! I always have a great experience ordering from here highly recommended!

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    My family and I love this place!My kids always order rice and beans cheese with chips and orchata.

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    8 years ago

    Love this restaurant would definitely recommend this place to a friend. I always get the 1lb if chicken breast with jalapeño sauce.

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    9 years ago

    Total unassuming gem. Found it by accident and was totally pleased. Great service and great food. Very happy.

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    13 years ago

    My favorite microwave tex mex in Dallas. I can't give it any higher praise

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    The food was amazing!!! We have a torta de fajita! Chips and salsa was bomb, and our waiter was super sweet & helpful!!

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    Chips and salsa was awesome. The food and service were gr. Portions more than enough. And they had the Stars game on!

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