We had an amazing meal at Mi Rancho in Stafford, VA. We started with the nachos as an appetizer, and they were absolutely delicious. They definitely didn't skimp on the toppings, every bite was loaded with meat, cheese, and all the fixings. For our entrees, we ordered the carne asada, the Fajitas Texanas, and the Fajitas Del Mar, which comes with tilapia, shrimp, and scallops. Every dish was cooked perfectly, full of flavor, and served sizzling hot. The seafood in the Del Mar fajitas was especially fresh and delicious. Everything we ordered tasted amazing, and the portions were generous. The food and overall experience were excellent. Our server was amazing and the decor in the restaurant is beautiful and authentic. We'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend Mi Rancho to anyone looking for great Mexican food in Stafford! read more

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Good experience at Mi Rancho! The service was excellent. Our server was attentive and really friendly. The manager (maybe owner?) was enthusiastic and helping out around the restaurant. We had a larger group and they handled all the drinks and orders easily! Food came out quickly and was good. I got the bandera enchiladas so I could try the different sauces and I think the green was my favorite! Nice and flavorful, spicy (mild) without being too hot. The mango margarita tasted like they used Jumex juice which was really nice. The inside is cute and very kitschy. Decorated very brightly and vibrant with lots of decorations, colors, and lights. There are cute artificial trees in the main seating room too. Tons of table space and lots of areas for large groups too, so this would be a great spot for a birthday dinner I think! read more

Mi Rancho - Medium mango margarita - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

I had to up their stats because of he drinks were on point this time around and the food was delicious as usual! I keep forgetting to order the table side guacamole which is very reasonable for only $6.95! That's a steal! I'm always getting the molcete (spelling is definitely off...lol) and additional grilled onions, jalapeños, and corn tortillas to take home. This is a meal and half as I always end up taking most of it home for later. I asked the waiter which margarita he recommended and he stated the top shelf or patron margarita which I ordered a strawberry and mango to go. I will try an original and pineapple or guava next time I'm in town. For an appetizer I order the queso fundio (spelling) and the salsa is so good taste like house made a little heat and all flavor! I can't wait to come back when I'm back in town which will be sometime in March because it's like that! read more

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Chimichangas were made with g round beef (yes hamburger, no taste), refired beans had no taste at all.....VERY DISAPPOINTING MEXICAN RESTAURANT. read more

You walk inside and the beautiful colors and decor are striking. Started off with fresh corn chips and a very delicious salsa, we ordered both Al Pastor and lengua tacos, grilled shrimp fajitas, and Fajitatdel mar (grilled shrimp, scallops, and tilapia. All dishes were served sizzling hot, nicely plated and served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, and tacos came with a nice salsa verde. Their offerings from the bar include fresh fruit margaritas and ice cold refreshing beer on tap. Pricing is welcoming and dinner for 4 with drinks and 20% tip came in at under $100. We will be back. Excellent food and service. read more

Taco Tuesday is the best thing... tacos are small but the filling is huge. It's a great way to try out different tacos. Service was friendly and fast. We had a large group too. The chicken tacos were my favorite. read more

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The food was delicious! The whole family enjoyed it. From drinks to dishes, Mi Rancho did not disappoint. The service is always great! At our most recent visit, Felix was our server. He was friendly and very attentive. The ambiance is very inviting and fun. The decorations are beautiful and the artwork is stunning. We've visited 3 times and will be back for more soon! read more

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My family visited Mi Rancho after reading positive reviews, eager to find a great (better) Mexican restaurant in Stafford. They've only been open a short time, so going on a Friday we expected it to be busy. The Good: Quick Seating: Despite the crowd, we told 30 minutes but were seated early. Friendly Service: Though it took a bit to get noticed, staff were mostly friendly, attentive, and pleasant. Reasonable Prices: Most dishes ranged from $12-$14, which was affordable (though some negative below) Atmosphere: The interior had a nice vibe with pretty lit up trees. They have some split dining areas, but the main area was surprisingly quiet despite being busy. The Bad: Salsa & Queso Fundido: The salsa was disappointing, watery and lacked any flavor. We ordered the queso fundido which was also runny, though flavorful. Overpriced Drinks: While a wide selection of cocktails/margs ($14-$20), they were mostly sour mix and very little tequila. Difficulty Customizing Orders: The waitress seemed hesitant to accommodate requests for sauce or side changes. Long Wait for Food: We waited over an hour for our order, which included a burrito, chimichangas, enchiladas, and a quesadilla. When arrived, some dishes were missing and incorrect. My chimichangas were delayed by another 15-20 minutes and one was completely missing, and with the wrong sauce (red instead of cheese sauce). Despite requesting no red sauce, everything came with it, including the chimichanga and enchiladas, which wasn't great, ruining the most of the dishes. Food Quality: Quesadilla: Lacked enough cheese, and the chicken was clumped together, leaving half the dish just tortilla. Chimichangas: The meat was fine, but the dish lacked flavor, and the red sauce didn't complement it and would've been nice to have the second one. Enchiladas: Small, thin, and lacking substance, and with them smothered in red sauce it made them unappealing and inedible for my kids. Overall: While the restaurant may still be adjusting, the experience didn't live up to the hype or justify the $140 bill (with drinks and tip). While our waitress recognized our extended wait, missing food, incorrect order, they only comped a drink. I might return in the future to give them a second chance, but for now, the search for a decent Mexican restaurant in Stafford continues. read more

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Came in for lunch on a weekday and they weren't busy when we got there, but soon got slightly busy by the time we left. Service was friendly, but he didn't pay much attention to us. The food was good though. They make their own flour tortillas there, which is a definite plus! I ordered fajitas that came with beef, chicken, and chorizo and it was decent, but didn't have much kick nor flavor to it. But the guacamole and other items helped with flavors quite nicely. They also have a hot salsa that really has a nice flavor and great kick to it. Overall, not bad. I'd definitely return, just try something different next time. read more

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I had a chance to stop in at this place yesterday evening and ordered Lengua and Al Pastor tacos, as well as Chile Relleno. All of those jokers were delicious. It's hard to beat a good Relleno. The Lengua and Al Pastor were very tender. I also asked for their Habanero salsa for my chips. That had a nice strong spice to it. I will return if in the area again. The restaurant also had a nice feel to it and the wait staff was very friendly. read more

First of all you are welcomed and guided back kindly. The place is clean and great ambiance. The service was quick and the menu had great options. I ordered the carnitas with green chile which was tender and tasty. The fresh tortillas were decent. The queso dip was probably the highlight of the meal with flavors. Would try again. read more

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My first visit here and although they've been open for about a month and it was cinco de mayo- it operated flawlessly. To watch the wait stuff work was a pleasure to watch. There was a large group of about a dozen right behind my table and they were served with the same speed and procession as us 2. The colors are bright the art work amazing and the smell and taste of the food top notch. This is a must try as you will instantly become a regular and don't forget to try the flaming margaritas read more

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I went last week and the food and service were top notch. I raved about it to my friends and we went there for lunch today. What a difference a week makes. There were 4 of us and it took about 45 minutes for our food to arrive. When it arrived 2 of the meals (mine included) were COLD! I asked to speak to the manager and the person who brought the food turned out to be the manager. He was full of excuses ("we have a large party in the restaurant today so it took a while to get your food out" "I can remake the dish for you") We'd already waited long enough for the food and for them to remake it means that everyone at the table would be done with their food by the time mine arrived. What sense does that make??? The manager continued to shrug his shoulders as if he was powerless to do minimum customer service. My daughter ended up having them "reheat" her dish but mine was a quesadilla so reheating wasn't an option for me as I wanted to taste the fresh food I'd had during my previous visit. Horrible experience! I will not be returning to Mi Rancho in Stafford again. read more

This place was recommended by a neighbor and I'm so happy we stopped by. They were running a $1 street tacos with the purchase of any beverage special, so my husband and I got 12 each(obviously). He got the chicken and carnitas and I got carnitas and al pastor. While they were all great, the carnitas stole the show for me. Not super greasy and were crispy without being dry. Their salsas weren't my personal favorite but they did complement the tacos very well. While we waited for food our waiter was very attentive and polite. He made sure our drinks stayed filled and we stayed up on chips and salsa. While we were there I saw some of the other food coming out of the kitchen and it looked great. The restaurant itself looks and smells super clean. We would and will be going back. read more

We were looking forward to eating here based on reviews and what co workers told us, it was terrible. Started ok, she took our order and that was the end of the good. I ordered a regular margarita and my husband ordered a beer. Margarita and cheese dip came at the same time ok that's fine. No beer. Margarita was a weird green and was super sour and bitter. I love sour but this was undrinkable. Our entrees show up almost immediately after the cheese dip. No time to enjoy the appetizer. Still no beer. We both had birria tacos what a disaster they were so soggy and greasy they fell apart you couldn't pick them up at all. Almost done picking them apart and our server finally shows up with oops sorry I forgot the beer here. Well great we're done now. Had to hunt her down for the check. Worst Mexican food I've ever had. Will not be back. read more

Really good and filling food, quick service and table side guac is perfection. Will be back again.

The place was so fresh n so clean outkast would be proud. The ambiance is 1000% Mexican, I literally felt like I was in Mexico but in the US which is strange because Trump is in the whitehouse so that couldn't be possible. Regardless I went here on a date with a Puerto Rican girl even though the place is Mexican so I didn't think a fight would break out in any way. The food is so fresh and authentic. We were immediately seated even though the place was completely packed like sardines. The service is exceptional I mean cmon it's a Mexican place with Latinos working here. Let's be serious now, you aren't going to get bad service from a place like this with staff like that, and you cant beat that with a bat like black sheep says. There were no piñatas so the only thing that was beat was the fresh guacamole made at our table. Which was so good I felt like Ricky Schroeder because I ate it with a silver spoon in my mouf. I had the chicken burrito which I couldnt finish because it was so big. The Puerto Rican girl was an alcoholic so she had some concoction of pina colada that was literally lit, like it was on fire. I don't drink alcohol so I just call anyone who drinks alcohol an alcoholic, she's not really an alcoholic. She drove to my house so I hope not. Anyway yo the salsa is bomb. The chips are made fresh and I wish I was in that kitchen because I know it smells so good and those chefs are killin it back there. I'm definitely coming back and this is definitely a spot you want to visit. I will have to come back just for dessert because we finished two bowls of salsa and chips, plus the fresh guacamole. I think that's why I couldn't finish eating. Plus the service is so good our waitress kept brining out my soda before she finished it. read more

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The service was great. Our waiter gave good recommendations. The food was delicious and very flavorful. Treat yourself to a pineapple margarita yummy. read more

Mi Rancho - Margarita very fresh. - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

Great Mexican restaurant here in Stafford! I came in on a Tuesday at 5pm and there was no wait time, even though the restaurant seemed pretty full. The place was exceptionally clean and refreshingly bright. The natural light was appreciated! I took a seat at the bar and was greeted right away. I ordered the super burrito with chicken, which I received in about 9 minutes or so. It was huge and I'd definitely recommend! In the meantime, I was given my chips and salsa and offered a second salsa that was more spicy. Both were quality and solid. I was given a refill on my drink before it was empty twice and same for the chips once! Excellent service by the bar staff, specifically Feliciano who was my primary. The other waiters who weren't serving me were very personable, as we briefly talked back and forth about the soccer match playing on the tv. I received my check within a minute of requesting it, no waiting around. I'll be back! read more

Mi Rancho - Super Burrito w/ chicken - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

Website menu price was $4 lower than restaurant menu. Deceptive and false.advrrtising. Will not go back again.

Came here with friends for the first time about 2 weeks ago. Loved the food, service and the atmosphere was comfortable. The manager stopped by our table to check on how everything was. We all enjoyed what we ordered; Mi Rancho Sampler, Burrito Wrap, Lunch Fajita and I had the Enchilada, Burrito & Quesadilla. Also placed an order Super Burrito (Steak & Chicken) to go, it was delicious, loved the sauce that was on it. Everyone was raving how delicious the food was. My friend also mentioned that her daughter loves to go to the one in Fredericksburg. We plan on coming back with a few other friends on our next gathering. read more

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Felix was our server. Very nice and made good recommendations. He did upgrade our drinks without telling us, but it wasn't a huge deal. The large drinks are gigantic, so beware! The food was great, I'm glad there is another good spot in Stafford. Great prices! read more

Mi Rancho - Carnitas entree - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

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We were very pleased with our first and very recent orders from Mi Rancho! The food was fresh, tasty and well-prepared. The delivery was expedited beautifully, and the meal was well-worth the cost. The sampler appetizer was superb. We'll order from this restaurant again, to be sure! read more

Great ambience when you are seated. The decor is beautiful. Staff super welcoming when they heard it was our first time at their restaurant. The food was decently priced and delicious. The salsa could use maybe a little heat or seasoning of salt because it was little light for even my kids taste buds. The chips were fresh and taste great too. read more

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Food tasted really good. Staff were nice and the chips were amazing! I would come back here.

Ordered from here on Uber Eats, so I can't say anything about the restaurant itself, however, the food was delivered shockingly fast, which means it was made shockingly fast, too. (Not always a good sign.) All our food was disappointing or just plain nasty. Burnt chimichangas sitting in a bowl of watery cheese sauce and watery beans; bland chicken; a quesadilla Texana with only two small pieces of shrimp and about a half an ounce of beef; we got beans & rice instead of the french fries we ordered with our kid's quesadilla; also got churros that were overcooked yet somehow mushy and had a surprise jelly filling that was not advertised on their menu. Two stars because nothing tasted "off" or expired, just very poorly prepared. Mi Rancho, I suggest you look into hiring better cooks. read more

When comparing traditional Americanized Mexican restaurants in the Stafford area, this is easily the best of the 4. Recently opened, we decided to try it having had less than pleasant experiences at the others. The food was surprisingly good, the service was quick and exceptionally friendly. Alexa was one of the nicest and most attentive servers we have had. I ordered the Burritos Deluxe and my gf ordered Arroz con Pollo. Both were very good but hers was exceptional. This will be a regular trip when looking to satisfy that craving for a margarita, guacamole and a taco. read more

We love Mexican food so we wanted to try this new place out: walking in we were greeted and sat right away. Many options on the menu, I am a pescatarian and found many delicious options. I did choose to go with a chimichanga, and asked if they could just do cheese rice and beans. He said no problem! My husband ordered the carnitas super burrito. Our food arrived quick, and it was SO much food!!! We had to get boxes to take home. We have enough food for tomorrow. The service was great (special shout out to Martin, he was so friendly) While the place is new, I think they have all the kinks worked out. Looking forward to our return! read more

It was taco Tuesday!! It was delicious!! I took my friends and they loved it too!! It was nice and clean! The server was very attentive!

Ambiance is beautiful, with hand blown lights and delightful decor and music. Chips, salsa and the taquitos I ordered was delicious and hot. Beans and rice were very good. Service was super friendly, but a bit slow. Maybe it's because I came in at opening time. I love that they serve fresh aguas. I have piña, pineapple, and it was tasty. I'd definitely come back for more!! read more

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The food was OK if I was to settle for the bare minimum of food. I didn't even dream of touching the Birria quesadilla because the tacos tasted like flavorless toenail clippings. The atmosphere was great and the chips and salsa were pretty amazing, but besides that I'd much rather drink juice from a filled garbage bag. read more

Mi Rancho - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

With several other Mexican restaurants in the area we still decided to give this place a chance. What could go wrong.... the place was jam packed mid-week but expected since it's a new restaurant. The manager was very nice and was seating the patrons. Everything was good so far until we sat down. The waiter came to us and asked for drinks. We gave him the drink order and nachos appetizer. My wife said she was ready so we decided to give the entire order. We waited 15 minutes and no drinks. We finally flag the waiter down and he forgot our drinks entirely. Eventually our drinks came and I said that's fine let's stay positive. It took forever for the appetizer to come out. In fact, the main course came out before the appetizer. We once again flagged our waiter who seemed to be completely lost. It was a complete mess. The food runner was confused, the waiter was confused and eventually we were confused. We eventually flagged down the manager and he was too busy cleaning tables for more guests to shovel in. Why not take care of the current patrons rather than make room for more people when the waitstaff cannot keep up. Nonetheless, we decided to eat our meal. 10 minutes later the "appetizer" came and we said we don't want it. And the waiter said it's ok it's free. Smh. ‍ We would still give this place another try because people can have a bad day. Things can't be great all the time, however, the sub-par food made it very clear that we would not be returning. The fajitas were made with low quality meat that tasted horrible. We've had fajitas at Uncle Julio's and they are amazing. Too bad this place was so close to us. read more

Feeling empathetic so I'll give them a 4 for being new. Service was slow, but it wasn't too busy. Beans were very unseasoned. Hopefully it was just that day's batch... but still tastier than the other "Mexican" options in Stafford. Beautiful, clean space and decor. read more

Great service and food was yummy!!! Just opened in mid March!!! Cinco de Mayo today!! $5 Margaritas!!! read more

Mi Rancho - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

The ambiance is beautiful - for sure. Maybe it was opening weekend jitters but I won't be back to find out. I'd say food was edible. But nothing to scream about. Salsa tasted as if it came from a jar. Service was non existent really. My biggest complaint is the lack of accessibility to the front door. No ramp or rails on the steps to help up. read more

Food is good! The service is great too. Love the decoration. Very good margaritas and chile relleno

Our first time today at this restaurant was overall a good experience. There was ample seating and the staff were friendly. The chips were good as was the salsa. I has the carne asada tacos which were very good. The verde salsa was great. Towards the end our server did take a little while to check back with us after eating but other than that the experience was pretty positive. I do feel like the price is a little higher compared to similar restaurants in the area. read more

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The food and drinks are great. I devoured it before taking a picture. The owner Aquilino is fantastic. Felix at the bar is amazing . The atmosphere is upbeat and accommodating. I come here often try anything on the menu and it's gonna be great! read more

Mi Rancho - Everything was so great I forgot to take a picture in the beginning. Felix at the bar and Aquilino is the owner and an all around great guy! - Mexican Near Me - Stafford, Virginia

We've been there a few times. Food's great and atmosphere is fine. This time my GF was taking me to dinner. She asked me to help calculate the tip. I didn't even think about it until after we left, but we had been charged approximately $35.00 for two Margaritas, which was more than the rest of our entire meal. The waitress apparently gave us, and charged us for, large-sized signature Margaritas, which we hadn't ordered. I've had that happen a few times at other restaurants, where I ordered a glass of wine and was brought a "large pour" without asking or any discussion about it. I'm mad at the waitress, but more mad at myself for not noticing it until after we left. Regardless of the food quality, it sours you view of a place when you realize you have to watch the bill like a hawk not to be cheated. read more

First off our waiter FELIX was amazing! Super attentive and made sure we received everyone on time and that we were satisfied. The food unfortunately was OK. In comparison to other spots in the area it was very mediocre. The restaurant's decor is very authentic Mexican which I loved. read more