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Welcome to El Rancho Cantina & Grill

El Rancho Cantina & Grill, located in Santee, CA, is a Mexican restaurant that offers a wide range of amenities including vegan options, outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and even cryptocurrency payments. With a full bar, private dining options, and a welcoming atmosphere for families and groups, El Rancho is the perfect spot for any occasion. The restaurant also prides itself on providing reusable tableware, showing their commitment to sustainability. From the flavorful dishes to the accommodating services, El Rancho Cantina & Grill is a must-visit destination for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts.

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Welcome to El Rancho Cantina & Grill, a Mexican restaurant located in Santee, California. This vibrant eatery offers a wide range of amenities, from taking reservations to offering vegan options and even accepting cryptocurrency as payment. With a cozy and casual atmosphere, El Rancho Cantina & Grill is the perfect spot for any occasion, whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends and family.

One of the standout features of this restaurant is its extensive menu that caters to all dietary preferences. From traditional Mexican favorites to innovative dishes, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The restaurant also boasts a full bar, providing a selection of cocktails and spirits to complement your meal.

The staff at El Rancho Cantina & Grill go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all guests. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and even offers heated outdoor seating for those looking to dine al fresco.

Overall, El Rancho Cantina & Grill is a must-visit destination for Mexican cuisine lovers in the Santee area. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, you're sure to be impressed by the delicious flavors and warm hospitality that this restaurant has to offer.

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Walker S.
Walker S.

Exceptional Mexican meals with a full menu and wonderful attentive service. The ambiance is upscale with a full bar and sports tv but the sound is reduced to a comfortable level. Pick from booths or tables. The foods a delicious. We had the traditional crisp taco and cheese plate. I was surprised that the rice was very good and the refried beans were good. The chips were good. Salsa was good. The margarita was very tasty and strong enough to enjoy. Payment was fun with a device left for me to insert my card and operate. Desert I failed to mention. I had the chocolate cake but would recommend either the flan or cheesecake. Overall, high recommended and we will return.

Taylor F.
Taylor F.

Definitely my favorite Mexican restaurant in town! The staff is so kind and welcoming. They have a homemade margarita mix that is BOMB! Their chips, salsa, and hot carrots are also my favorite.

Rachel L.
Rachel L.

Great service, vibes, and complimentary chips and salsa. Got their flautas and nachos and both were huge. You can use my pics with my hand for reference for the size of the plates. The server was accommodating to my toddler who also loved the decor. We were here with a party of 10 on a weekday for lunch and service was quick. Food was good.

Cerena P.
Cerena P.

Really delicious Mexican food! The inside of this place is very nice and they have a nice outdoor patio. The chips and salsa were good, the chips tasted home made. The salsa was spicy but very flavorful. The enchilada was delicious, the crispy taco was perfectly crispy. Food was all around really great, the enchilada sauce had great flavor as well. The only downside was I felt like the portions were on the smaller side. The basket of chips was tiny and I was able to finish my whole meal with no problem. Overall great spot for some sit down Mexican food.

Melissa C.
Melissa C.

So cute inside and colorful! The food is yummy and great service! Had a sweet little party for my mom and her friends here. Thank you!!!

Jodi G.
Jodi G.

Just left El Rancho with a very full belly and a smile! We were in the area, and I woke up craving chilaquiles, and hubby searched Yelp and found this place. So glad he did. The chilaquiles were FANTASTIC! The sauce was fresh and flavorful, without being overly spicy. The eggs were scrambled into the dish, which is how I like them (some places just drop the eggs on top) Hubby got the beef rolled tacos and a potato taco, and loved both. The chips and salsa were good too! Fresh chips, and two choices of salsa (both good, but I liked the chunkier one best) We sat outside on the cute little patio since we had our pup with us. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive. I'm not in this area often, but if I might just have to come back to get some more chilaquiles!

Pete T.
Pete T.

Stopped at El Rancho Cantina and Grill for lunch. The food and the service are always stellar. The food and drinks can get a bit pricey. Beers not terribly expensive at $6.50 per pint, but a house margarita will set you back $12. We walked in and grabbed two seats at the bar. Ally was our bartender, she was great. A Pacifico for me and a house marg for Becky. Ally made a superb margarita. She happily put the Aztecs basketball game on for me. For food I ordered the #15 combo plate: One Chile Relleno and one Cheese Enchilada (I added beef for a $1.99 upcharge) served with rice and beans. The chile relleno was recommended to me by a friend. The chile relleno was on point, but I learned something. I'm not a huge fan of chile rellenos. I'd had one once before, but it was stuffed inside of a carne asada burrito. This one was cooked perfectly and stuffed with delicious cheese. I just need to stick to foods with a protein. Which brings me to the shredded beef enchilada. It was excellent. The beef was well seasoned and the sauce had a nice bite to it. Really good rice and beans too. It was served with a pile of shredded lettuce too, which i didn't really understand, but whatever. Becky had the Carnitas plate and loved it. El Rancho makes a really good carnitas. Tender with nicely crisped edges. Served with rice, beans and tortillas (she chose flour). It was a lot of food and there was plenty leftover. The food, the service, the drinks, are all great at El Rancho. They really need to add a Happy Hour!