Rancho's Cocina



Rancho's is a fantastic, authentic in flavor, but healthier than the usual, Mexican food restaurant. They have an extensive menu with lots of vegetarian options, but also plenty of meat. You can get heart attack on plate, with lots of cheese and beef, or you can get a vege-licious vegan meal. Rancho's has it all!

One of the more disappointing menu items is, amazingly, the avocado enchilada. Any dish featuring avocado should be divine, but somehow this dish manages mediocrity. Know, however, that is the only dish I have ever felt disappointed by. Typically dishes range from expected to extraordinary.

The vegetarian tortilla soup is hands down my favorite menu item, a delicious steaming bowl of soup at a moderate price. Don't forget to try their home made horchata - so delicious and not too sweet like the pre-made kind. Also try their tostadas for a sample of the simple, fresh flavors of Mexico.

You can eat a great meal there for ten bucks or less, including a non-alcoholic beverage. They also have a decent selection of imported beers, fairly priced.

The decor is charming, with burlap sacks from coffee beans lining the ceiling, and various plants and natural materials abounding around the restaurant. The service varies, sometimes slow, sometimes fast, but the staff is always friendly and helpful.

Overall, a highly recommended stop for affordable, healthy, and tasty eats.

Also note that the North Park location has a Rancho's Market next to the restaurant.

Ocean Beach
1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 226-7619

North Park
3910 30th St
San Diego, CA 92104
619.574.1288