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Taqueria El Rancho

3.8 (80 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Genesis B.

I recently moved to area and I'm trying to find my go to taco spot. This place is ok the meat was cooked well and no fat which I liked a lot. The red salsa is actually spicy made with chile de arbol but not very flavorful. The tortillas on my tacos got a little hard before I finished them so I took one of them off since they all came in double tortilla. I wish they would have better corn tortillas or hand made ones. Overall I will continue trying diff taco spots in area maybe I'll be back here if I find nothing better in the area.

tacos de buche y lengua
Just Us ..

Friendly staff, good food! We went for the antojitos but ended up with a plate of chile relleno, tacos de buche/lengua, agua frescas and no room for more. Well plated with all the condiments we wanted. Will be back to try the Michoacana ice cream/paleta side!

Carne asada tacos
Vincent N.

They accept card! Inside isnt much to look at, but their food is delicious. Each taco is approximately $1.50 each, but they are on the bigger side of the spectrum compared to other taquerias to the bite size street taco size. Ordered a carne asada burrito and a Carne asada quesadilla (Each item is approximately $7), and pretty big sized. The burrito comes with cheese, cilantro, onions, rice and beans (I opted for no beans). The burrito was delicious, the meat is flavorful, the rice has more of a fried taste, rather than just steamed, the burrito is greasy (Unhealthy but that's where the flavor is!) The quesadilla was also delicious and comes with a side of diced lettuce and sour cream. Overall: reccomend!

Michoacana inside!!! This is awesome, tacos and desserts yummy.
Daniel H.

Michoacana inside!!! This is awesome, tacos and desserts yummy. Ice cream, popsicles, tostilocos , Esquite and much more.

Taquitos, lengua nachos, tacos
Rachel M.

Yum Great lunch today, friendly service, delicious food, excellent value! We tried the chicken tacos, birria tacos, carnitas tacos, chicken torta, lengua nachos, taquitos, and burritos. All super tasty. Next time I want to try the tamales elote

Carne Asada Tacos
Michael Y.

Wow wow! That salsa will wake you up! Walked in casually in the middle of the day and place was fairly packed so I almost left, but very glad I braced the line. Ordered 3 tacos and a burrito for the ride home, ate the tacos so quick I wish I ordered 20 more. The tortillas were grilled to that sweet spot, in between slightly crispy and soft. The meat was seasoned and grilled great and they gave me some salsa which really kicked! Was a bit sleepy before eating but afterward I was hyped! Thanks to the friendly staff and to that secret family recipe, so good!

Menu #1 as of July 2022
Eric T.

Nice workers and the food was really good. The portion for the burrito was massive and large enough for 2. Definitely recommend !

Bought some tacos 4 carne asada, 2 chicken and 2 carnitas. All are 1.79.
J C.

Bought some tacos 4 carne asada, 2 chicken and 2 carnitas. All are 1.79 each not like what they have on their menu. Which says 1.45. Hope they taste good.

Beef stew
Jenny S.

Just a local Mexican joint but they cook up some flavorful and tender meat! The dishes were served with pickled carrots and radishes ---Cabeza quesadilla: not listed on the menu but you can choose any meat on the menu. we didn't eat it fresh on the spot and the Cabeza is juicy so the quesadilla was a bit soggy but the meat was very moist ---beef stew: SPICY, served with rice, beans, and corn tortillas, not my cup of tea but also very flavorful and tender NOTE: ask for extra red hot sauce, it is money!!

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Kat S.

It's a small joint, feel like I'm back in El Monte Has a scent to it when you first step in but it disappears as you chomp your food. The staff is nice Pretty delicious tacos, menu board doesn't have prices Food is made to order rather than having a heaping pile if meat waiting around. Tacos are stuffed generously Rice and beans were tasty Will be a frequent visitor

Craig F.

Finding great-tasting tacos close to home is always a plus. For us, that special place (or at least one of many, anyway) is Taqueria El Rancho. Be careful when seeking it out, however, as it's actually easy to miss, hidden a bit off Beach Blvd. and Orangewood, nestled between both a laundromat​ and a...well, what looks to be a lonely, little saloon. (The shared parking places always seem to be full. Whether that's from want of tacos, beer, or clean socks, I'm unsure. You'll decide.) Taqueria's tacos, though, I love them. Along with the extensive and delicious menu, and including the smiling service, I don't see how their tacos could be anything less than awesome. (In the interest of being honest, I will say that I was less impressed​ with the burritos. But, with that said, I'm willing to give them another try.)

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Torta, Quesadilla, Burritos are all fire, everyone is very nice, I cannot wait to try the whole menu

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3.3(1.4k reviews)
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Alberto's Mexican Food - Cypress, CA February 5, 2026…read more First visit This was my first time at Alberto's Mexican Food in Cypress, and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the beef taco and beef taquitos, and both hit the spot. The beef taco came loaded with lettuce and cheese, and the shell was perfectly cooked--not greasy, not soggy. The beef was nicely seasoned, and the hot sauce served on the side paired with it perfectly, adding just the right amount of kick. The beef taquitos were also very good--crispy, filled generously, topped with plenty of melted cheese, and finished with a guacamole sauce that was especially tasty. The rice and beans were average, nothing bad, just not standout--but everything else more than made up for it. All in all, a very solid experience, especially for a first visit. I'd definitely return and try more items on the menu.

For takeout, check your bags please I understand they are…read morebusy & doing their best to ensure that your order is right. However, this is the 2nd time we've had a missing item from our takeout. We moved away, but grew up with Albertaco's and we LOVE IT. Carne asada fries, chicken quesadilla, cali burrito, their red salsa, chef's kiss. Last year May 2025, we drove and did takeout for our brothers birthday. We ordered 2 carne asada fries, and they only gave us 1 (our order was big). Yesterday, May 17,2026, I drove out here again for my brother's birthday request to do takeout for our entire family. Ordered 2 orders of their rolled tacos, finally got home to see that we only received 1 order of the rolled tacos, not 2 (we also ordered more things). Yes, you'd obviously like for everything that you paid for to be handed to you, but a lesson learned to check your bags!!! If something is missing, kindly let them know and receive everything you paid for. Not the end of the world, we love this place as this is one of our childhood comfort foods/go-to places.. we moved away and miss this place all the time, and to make our birthdays feel like home/childhood, we drive out here to show our loved one some extra love with Albertaco's BOMB food, but yeah, it's a bummer when you're missing things that you paid for & is shown on the receipt (will post receipt photo shortly).

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4.4(606 reviews)
4.6 mi
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I've been coming to California Cocina in Los Al and this place stays consistently good. I always…read moreget the nachos and they are amazing every time -- loaded, flavorful, and definitely one of my go-to orders. Even the rice and beans are really good, which says a lot because those sides can make or break a Mexican spot. The people here are always nice and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. This place always seems busy, which is usually a good sign, but they have plenty of tables so it never feels cramped. The ambiance is great with a good atmosphere and enough space whether you're coming with family, friends, or a bigger group. Good food, good people, and a great vibe. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to.

I used to LOVE this spot. I'd get shredded beef tacos and it'd feel like the tacos were so stuffed…read morethat I left feeling really satisfied. Now when I go, the taco is more tortilla than it is protein. There's barely any meet in the actual taco. It's kind of disappointing. They also sell most things à la cart. So for example, you can get guacamole but chips are extra. I get if you're getting a small 2 ounce thing, you might want that for your taco so you don't necessarily need chips. But if ordering the larger 8 ounce option, it seems wild that by itself without chips that would be closer to $8. Usually when I go in, they keep the receipt because they don't require signature. But today the girl at the register tried to force me into an awkward tip. I read the receipt, "No signature required" and she bashfully took it back. It was mad awkward. Idk I think today was my last visit. Used to feel like a gem, now I leave hungry. :(

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3.9(985 reviews)
4.5 mi
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The first time I visited I only had a flight of tequila and it was near closing time. Gustavo the…read morebartender was very welcoming and seated us promptly. I was surprised by the tequila presentation as I only expected shots alone. The presentation of the tequila flight was fun and unexpectedly turned out to be an opportunity to learn about culture. At my second visit, I visited solo and ordered both food and drinks this time. Talia greeted and seated me right away. She and Gustavo were both super nice and made me feel safe and comfortable at the bar. Armando was also very friendly and cordial. The asada taco was surprisingly good. They did not skimp on the meat. Also the chips and salsa are soooo good. My favorite is the red salsa. I love how the chips are thin and crunchy. If you like margaritas, I highly recommend the Lime Margarita. So good! La Huasteca is the type of place where you can visit alone or with friends and have a pleasant time no matter what. Definitely will be back.

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