El Rancho

About

Mexican

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 8001 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071

Phone: (619) 312-2800

Work Hours

Mon 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am-9:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    A
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
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    Wheelchair Accessible
    Yes
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    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
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    Has TV
    Yes
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    Dogs Allowed
    Yes
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    Waiter Service
    Yes
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    Drive-Thru
    No
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    Caters
    Yes

Reviews

  • Alexandra M.

    star star star star star 13 June 2026

    Best taco shop ever.

    Their burritos are huge & their plates are out of this world.

    My husband and I have been a million times and have tried just about everything. And have yet to be dissatisfied!

    My go to is for sure the red tie burrito. Even if it's out of your way at least make the effort to try it once, you'll be happy you did. And make sure to get the avocado salsa, it's so freaking good on everything.

    The customer service is exceptional, they're very attentive especially when you dine in.

  • HangryBunni A.

    star star star star star_border 10 June 2026

    Overall,  the food is tasty. It's just inconsistent, which is why this isn't 5 stars. We ordered 2 carne asada burritos, one was much smaller than the other. Not that big of a deal, but for the price you'd expect to have a hefty size burrito like cotijas down the street. Some days it's worth the price, others not so much.

    Burritos aside, they have an amazing habanero salsa and their pozole is the best around!

  • Brenden O.

    star star star star star_border 9 June 2026

    Had the street tacos on Taco Tuesday, they were good not great in terms of the meat quality. They did come with everything you would typically want on a taco (guac and pico). An okay deal, 4 for $6.99 (typically $7.99). This was different than another reviewer's experienced price of 4 for 4.99.

    Salsa is spicy and flavorful, definitely a plus.
    I would recommend their burritos!

  • Lynda M.

    star star star star star 5 June 2026

    The best Mexican food in the Southwest end of Santee great place to come they have outdoor seating and is reasonably priced with really good food

  • Nanci M.

    star star star star star 17 May 2026

    I love this place after a hike at Mission Trails. Great food and service.  Great specials even on weekends.  Great salsas- you get a tray with 4 salsas for your chips. All are amazing.  I'd drive across town to go here.

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