Not a big fan of Mexican food, but it was excellent. Margaritas, meals, & fried ice cream were very flavorful and great portions. Very busy but great service. Everyone was super friendly. Chips & salsa came immediately and I ordered queso with chips which was good. Nice environment - each booth felt private. read more

Rancho Viejo - Quesadilla with Spanish rice (came in fried tortillas shells. Great flavors! - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Terrible service, a bathroom toilet full of poop, marginal food and an incorrect bill. This place is a one and done for us.

I can not explain how this place has more than 4 stars. The best thing on my plate was the roasted chili pepper. The yelp page says lots of vegetarian options and yay for vegan. Not so much. I do eat fish so we went ahead and ordered. I got "Mojarra Frita" described as fried tilapia topped with Mexican cheese. I ordered no cheese. I was expecting a filet. It was a whole fish. This was not daunting. But the first bite told me that it had spent too much time in a freezer. I dipped into the beans and they dripped through my fork. Husband had beef tacos. I asked how they were. He said "If I'm sick tomorrow, you know why." It's been an hour. So far we aren't sick. Good things: the chips were super crunchy. The salsa was ok though I had to add hot sauce to it. The rice wasn't totally bad. The avocado was fresh and perfectly ripe. The service was good. read more

Rancho Viejo - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Amazing quick service, we came here after most places were closed and this place was open. Immediately after being seated we were brought chips and salsa. Once we ordered it was less than 10 before we received our order. I had the burrito mariachi and you could tell our waiter loved it himself based upon his reaction after ordering. I received my order and had a foodgasim then I cried after my first bite. 5 Stars. read more

Across the street from out hotel (best western), we didn't really want to go out for the evening, so ordered take out from Rancho Viejo. We got the carne asada, and a pick 3 (2 chile rellenos and an enchilada). All were delicious, and belied the fact they were takeout (it helped that they were still hot, because, well - across the street). Almost did it twice, but the other nights we had more energy to check out the town. read more

Stopped in on our way home from a trip to Costa Mujeres, because it's hard to let go of Mexico. We were greeted and seated immediately at around 130pm on a Tuesday. Establishment was clean & well decorated. Several imports on tap & a large menu. Chips and (big score here) INDIVIDUAL bowls for salsa - double dip with no fear or judgement! Chips were automatically refilled when empty. Food came out with hot food hot and cold food cold. There was an abundant of food on each plate, perhaps too much, as only 1 of 3 finished. Dishes were neither over-salted nor bland. There were sauce options to amp up the heat, as well as a variety of flavor profiles yo choose from on the menu. It's nice that it wasn't one note. We were too full for dessert, so that will have to wait til next time. Empty dishes were refilled or removed promptly. Timing for the wait staff was on point, though only 2 other tsbles were occupied, removing some of the rush hour challenges. Overall, we were very pleased with our experience. read more

Rancho Viejo - Lunch special fajitas - mixed (steak chicken & shrimp) - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

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While visiting Alexandria, MN my wife and I decided to try the local Mexican cuisine and boy did it not disappoint! To start with the Salsa that came with the chips was spectacular, probably one of the best Mexican restaurant salsas I've had. The food was hot, tasty, and the perfect portion size for dinner with extremely quick service. The only disappointment was the margarita and it really wasn't that big of an issue but is the only reason I didn't give a 5 star review. The margaritas tasted fantastic but they lacked in alcohol so much we ended up asking if we had been given a nonalcoholic margarita. That being said we would definitely return if we happen to find ourselves back in Alexandria, MN. read more

Rancho Viejo - Sumpreme Chimichangas - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Tonight after finding all the in-out oil change spots close at 5pm.We did what everyone does,,,,LETS EAT! The site of the old Burger King/Wendys,is now a FANTASTIC MEXICAN SPOT! Chips and salsa were served by the owners darling little boy,Great to see the work ethic is still alive! IThe feeling is casual,with even a lounge area seperate from the dining room. The food we each ordered was BEYOND what we anticipated.The food is very carefully and freshly presented.The quality is bar-none.The dishes were beautifully crafted.All, was served by a prompt and gracious waitress.We will now have the new/old dinner-joint! Can't wait till next week! read more

Authentic, fresh and delicious food. We had the pick 2 and pick 3. Tamale, Chile Relleno, burrito and chimichanga- every lat one delicious. Service was great, food came out fast. read more

Rancho Viejo - Pick 3- chimichanga, chile relleno n burrito - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Great food! I ordered a steak and when they brought it out, it was still sizzling as if it had just been taken off the grill! read more

Rancho Viejo - Dinner! - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Excellent food! The service is fantastic and the menu is complete. I recommend this restaurant anybody that enjoys quality Mexican food.

Authentic Mexican food, good quality, tastes like my auntie made it. I def recommend El Michoacana if you're into steak or the Acapulco Combo if you like fish read more

Rancho Viejo - Acapulco Combo - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

Service was good but food was rubbish. We ordered the Fajitas Mazatlan which was supposed to have crab, scallop, shrimp and mushrooms in it and the El Michoacana with chicken, steak and mushrooms. When the food was served to us, there was no mushroom and the crab and scallops were artificial. I asked the server what happened to the mushroom and she said they run out of it. It would have been nice if we were told when we ordered that the seafood were artificially made and that they didn't have mushrooms. I was looking forward to having the scallops and mushrooms too. It was a big disappointment. The shrimps were overcooked as well. Their food were soaking in oil. I meant not to exaggerate but this is literally how the food was. The only reason I was giving 1 star is because of the complimentary chips and salsa and that the lady was pretty nice to us . We'll never come back to this place ever!!!!! read more

I have had several dishes here and they never disappoint. They have the best tacos lengua in town for sure. The service is always prompt and courteous whether it's take out or dine in and all my out of guests have eaten here and say the same thing. I highly recommend them even if you are just driving by on the freeway because they are close by and next to the gas stations where you can refuel on your way out. read more

I came for lunch. One other table in the restaurant. I ordered the pollo chorizo Plate no beans, extra rice and extra cheese with a coke. Plate came with Beas, no extra rice, and no extra cheese. Coke is either not Coke, or they gave me diet. Couldn't complain. Nobody ever came back to check on me. Won't be back read more

Stop at Rancho Viejo and be impressed! My husband and I stopped tonight and it was delightful. The restaurant was immaculate, the waiters were friendly and attentive, and best of all, the food was delicious! Give them a chance - - when they get their liquor license. Margueritas, wine, & more will be available read more

Tried someplace new while in Alexandia. Who knew you could get such fresh and perfectly seasoned seafood from a Mexican restaurant?!! So good!! I was a little hesitant, looks like the building was once a Wendy's, but it has a nice bar area, clean booths and tables and observant staff. Best of all the food was great! read more

Rancho Viejo - Acapulco - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

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Very good place to eat at in Alexandria!! Definitely worth the stop! Staff very attentive and they take care of you!!! The food served very hot and quickly with great flavors!! Definitely coming back here! Thanks!! read more

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Great place for a authentic Mexican dinner , friendly staff. Many specials very clean and Mexican decor ! read more

Rancho Viejo - Happy hour ! - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Minnesota

The biggest and best bowl of seafood soup ever. True Mexican recipes and the salsa is delicious. Loved it.

Stopped on our drive through and got the lunch special fajitas (that is even available on Saturday)...great service and the food was great. 10.99 for a chicken shrimp and steak fajita combo. Super good deal and it was really good! Would definitely stop back here again read more

Food was delicious and fast. Booze was good. Happy overall. I like to drink tequila with fresh lime juice and soda water. Once they understood what I wanted they were quick to serve it. read more

Fresh food, prompt service. We love this place! We have eaten here several times and have never been disappointed.

We should have known better. 7;00 PM and one other car in the parking lot The waitress barely spoke English My wife ordered a beef enchilada and it came with A dry looking tortilla, no sauce, no cheese, no lettuce Nothing else I ordered 3 enchiladas 2 beef and one cheese with beans and rice I got 3 beef enchiladas It came with out the beans and rice and no cheese enchilada I had to go to the bar myself to get my wife a second drink When we had finished the waitress brought my beans and rice We will not return!! read more

A great Mexican restaurant. In the middle of Minnesota. Go figure! Try the Chili Rellenos.

Best Mexican meal I have had in a long time!! Stopped by on our way past town and did not feel like fast food, so decided to give Rancho Viejo a try. Service was quick. Ordered the Tacos de Camaro. Looks like homemade tortillas for the tacos, many shrimp and great chipotle sauce. Excellent side of black beans. read more

Excellent food and friendly service. Seafood was particularly good. Food is authentic and fresh. We will go back!

Great food! Quiet, pleasant atmosphere and clean. The salsa has a nice bit of heat in it. Hawaiian fajitas were excellent. We'll stop again.

The food size was small and overpriced the steak wasn't even as think as my pinky finger. Service took a long time waiters only came to table twice. Did I mention that the food was over seasoned and over cooked wouldn't recommend this place very disappointed we ended up going and getting Taco Bell across the street read more

The shrimp and mushroom plate was unbelievable, sooo so delicious literally some of the best garlic shrimp I've ever had. Chicken tacos were also fantastic, lovely service just all around 10/10 definitely be sure to stop by here if you're passing through. Doesn't disappoint!! read more

Fantastic meal. Four of us ordered different items and everyone was pleased. Menu is huge. Enchiladas and gravy were great. Refried beans were even good. read more

Beautiful restaurant. Not your typical cheesy Mexican décor and loud Spanish music. Clean and well lit. Food is very flavorful, served hot and appropriately priced. Many entrees to chose from. Love the Burrito Zapata (chicken), chips and salsa. Fast and friendly service. Great place to dine with family and friends when in the Lakes area. read more