Avila's El Ranchito

Lake Forest, CA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in Lake Forest
#38
of 180 restaurants
City Percentile
57%
rating percentile
Address
Avila's El Ranchito, 24406 Muirlands Blvd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone
(949) 855-4989
Website
avilaselranchito.com/lake-forest
Status
Open · Closes 9 PM

Avila's El Ranchito is a restaurant located in Lake Forest, CA. It is one of 180 restaurants listed in Lake Forest. Its 4.4-star rating is above the Lake Forest city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Avila's El Ranchito

Established in 1997 – It all started in the kitchen in 1966 when Mamá Avila brought the delicious recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico that had been in her family for generations. Over the years, Avila’s El Ranchito has grown to 13 locations in Los... More

Hours

Friday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Maz · Dec 2025

Absolutely loved this place! The moment we sat down, the staff made us feel welcome, and everything that came out of the kitchen looked and smelled amazing. The fresh guacamole was a standout ,super flavorful and made right before serving. You can really taste how fresh the ingredients are. The portions here are generous, so come hungry! Everything we tried was full of flavor, and the atmosphere had that perfect mix of lively and relaxed. Definitely one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to in a while. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Lynnann - Sid’s Mum · Feb 2025

Always excited to discover a new location of this brand. This location has a more intimate vibe. I remain amazed that no matter which location; the quality and taste are proudly preserved and maintained. Truly a remarkable feat and it’s telling that there so many successful locations. Affordable, huge plates of deliciousness. Servers like Jacqueline O are the icing on the cake and their salsa should be its own food group it’s so great. Don’t hesitate!

★★★★★ 5.0 Carlos C · Feb 2018

Updated: if I could give them more than 5 stars, I would...they are always great. Great food, great service, great portions. This is the best Mexican restaurant you can go to. Absolutely phenomenal food and service. The best Mexican restaurant we have been to and keep going to. The whole team always provides incredible service and is always upbeat. Maria (manager), Andrea, Blanca, Henry, and Esperanza, are always awesome.

★★★★★ 5.0 Adri Richards · Jul 2024

I've been to multiple Avila's location. This is become a must stop when I visiting from Washington! My goal is to visit all the locations. The way the staff welcomes. It’s not just about the food, which clearly is a highlight with the famous caldo and the must-have crispy taco, but also about the feeling of connection and warmth. The streak and garlic shrimp is also another favorite of mine.

★★★★★ 5.0 Claudia De Avila · Sep 2025

I have been at different locations but this one is really cute and different, 105 different tequilas.. really?.. yep, I counted them 😆

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurant

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