Avila's El Ranchito
$$ • Mexican, Pet Friendly, VeganAbout Avila's El Ranchito
Customers' Favorites
Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos
Shrimp and Carne Asada
California Enchiladas
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Carne Asada Plate
Mama Avila's Soup
Avocado Burrito
Chips and Salsa
Guacamole Fresco
Avila's El Ranchito Reviews
276 ratings
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The best food in Laguna Beach.
Nice Mexican food, nice people, great customer service.
Jeep ride down the coast and Lunch at @avilas.laguna.beach on Labor Day Sunday. 80 degrees on the patio with an ocean view and ocean breeze. Great way to Beat the heat!
CALIFORNIA CADILLAC MARGARITA - Corralejo Silver, fresh lime juice, sweet & sour with a Cadillac topper.
(2) SHRIMP TACOS - Mazatlan shrimp in Avila’s garlic butter sauce, cabbage, pico and chipotle aioli. Mexican rice and beans.
Cheers!
@avilaselranchito #lagunabeach #cadillacmargarita...read full review
CALIFORNIA CADILLAC MARGARITA - Corralejo Silver, fresh lime juice, sweet & sour with a Cadillac topper.
(2) SHRIMP TACOS - Mazatlan shrimp in Avila’s garlic butter sauce, cabbage, pico and chipotle aioli. Mexican rice and beans.
Cheers!
@avilaselranchito #lagunabeach #cadillacmargarita...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 8PM |
Avila's El Ranchito is a highly recommended restaurant located near the beach in Laguna Beach. The restaurant offers a variety of delicious Mexican dishes, including the famous avocado bowl, seafood ceviche, shrimp dishes, and the Casado burrito with impossible meat and green sauce. The portions are generous, and the food is known for being fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Many reviews highlight the excellent quality of the meals and the friendly, attentive service provided by staff members. Guests enjoy the peaceful outdoor seating, which allows for a relaxing dining experience, especially since it is close to the beach and offers easy access to ocean time afterward. Warm chips and salsa are served immediately upon seating, setting a welcoming tone. Although the location can be a bit noisy due to its proximity to PCH, the overall atmosphere is enjoyable. Visitors often mention that their experiences are easy and enjoyable, and many plan to return, praising the food, service, and the convenient beachside setting as perfect for a meal before or after spending time at the ocean.