The carne asada was dehydrated beef jerky. very dry and inedible. The beans and rice were extremely salty and otherwise flavorless. The chili relleno was covered in fake cheddar cheese and a slimy canned chili. The margaritas were left on the table, we wére unable to stomach the harsh acid drink. The waiter did not inquire about the drinks but happily charged us for them. Not worth the money, won’t go back.
Brandon D.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Lynden, WA
Used to be one of the hottest places in town. Every weekend night would be packed with customers. Tables of huge groups, if you were celebrating then you usually went here. Now when I go here it’s always very quiet, not many people at all, and the staff seems very complacent. It’s the same family since day one and honestly you get the feeling that they are just sick and tired of doing the same thing. They also can be over the top checking on you when it’s slow. We were asked 10 times if everything was ok in a 15 minute time frame. It was ridiculous. Food used to be incredible but now seems very rushed with no time being invested in the quality or look of the food.
Melissa W.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Lynden, WA
First time guest here tonight. Recently moved here from CA, so I’m very familiar with Mexican food. This was REALLY good. I’ve tried two other places here in Lynden and I think this may be my new favorite. I was a little disappointed that they were out of guacamole, saying the avocados weren’t ripe. But they made up for it when the fried ice cream for dessert arrived-delish!
Jasmine b.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Lynden, WA
The food is consistently good but the staff is consitently rude. They act totally put out to even so much as take your order. I have lived in Lynden for years and have eaten at El Ranchito many times but my family and I have recently started going to Cancun where the service is very friendly. I wish they would just be nice so I could continue going!
Jonathan B.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Washington, DC
Took my family of 5 here for a Mexican dinner. While«not bad» is how we all described it, I want to list the pros and cons here. And yes, I’ve had«real» Mexican food enough to know what it is. Service was quick and friendly Salsa had an OK flavor, but it was both watery and chunky and not well-blended All plates were delivered to our table promptly and the food(and plates) were hot. Food was a bit on the bland side, but this may be due to the fact that they are trying to offer«real» Mexican food. There were quite a few gnats flying around during our meal, making it difficult to enjoy or relax. Sadly, I don’t think we’ll be back.
Jennifer S.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Bellevue, WA
I like that they give you small complimentary dishes — the tortilla chips at the beginning(hey, they didn’t have to) and the sweet flour tortillas with chopped strawberries on top at the end. My dish was alright — not absurdly good, not horrendous. I do want to mention that the lettuce appeared to be this cheap, vaguely inedible coleslaw that I thought I could only find on Korean fast food side dishes, in Korea. And the avocados were. definitely not their specialty. I do not have complaints, though, about their shrimp or mushrooms, which is what I had. I give this a so-so.
Robyn L.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Poulsbo, WA
Don’t bother if you are looking for flavorful Mexican food. Very bland, our waitress was less than attentive and they served us something totally different than what we ordered and never saw waitress again after our food was plopped down.
Susan S.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Lynden, WA
If your looking for great Mexican food then you have to give El Ranchito in Lynden a try. My Hubby & I love the the Sizzling Beef Fajitas. We get the fajitas for 2& always have plenty of food. Their Pico de Gallo & chips that they bring to your table is another favorite if ours. They will re-fill them as much as you wish. The staff is very friendly & the owner treats us like we are family.
Al C.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Seattle, WA
The carne asada is razor thin and fatty. The guacamole old, rice is at least a day old and the whole meal overpriced.
Mark E.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Huntington Beach, CA
Perhaps the best Mexican food I’ve ever eaten and i’ve lived in the SouthWest for years. The other reviewers must not know what REAL Mexican food is supposed to taste like. I’ve been here several times while visiting family in Lynden and have found the service to be delightful. They often have great specials as well.
Dan L.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Mill Creek, WA
The hostess that seated me was either blunted or just woke up. One enchilada and taco combo was great and the waiter was excellent.
Scott P.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Ballard, Seattle, WA
Had lunch here again had the chimichanga $ 5.99 it was average not really great and not bad. The rice was good and beans average. I had good service again and they even give you a free little dessert.
Amanda P.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Seattle, WA
Waiter was too busy staring at my chest to get my order right. Food wasnt bad but I probably wont be coming back unless I have a turtle neck on! My mom and I actually got a good laugh about it!
Mandy M.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Bellingham, WA
There’s a McDonald’s right out front, save your money and your time and hit McDonald’s. And I HATE McDonald’s. The staff at El Ranchito acts as though they could care less whether you are there are not. I’ve gotten the worst service here and a very rude female waitress. The food is okay, nothing to brag about and VERY overpriced. Mexican is usually cheap. Here for an enchilada plate you will pay $ 15. I will never go back to this restaurant and I am not one to give much negative feedback.
Kate P.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Lynden, WA
Very disappointing! This restaurant has been steadily going downhill. The food quality gets worse each time we go back. Even the pico de gallo was overly salty and wilted last time we were there. The wait staff do not even fake a smile. The place isn’t as clean as it used to be either. Not sure what is happening with the owners/managers but I would steer clear of this one until they get their act together again.