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Welcome to Rancho Cantina

Rancho Cantina in Lafayette, CA, captures the essence of authentic Spanish and Mexican cuisine. Offering a cozy retreat with a Wild West charm, this restaurant delivers fresh and flavorful dishes like fajitas, burrito bowls, and tortilla soup that taste like they were homemade by a Spanish grandma. The house-made salsas and unique flavors bring a delightful twist to traditional dishes. With excellent service, vibrant outdoor seating, and a welcoming atmosphere, Rancho Cantina is a top choice for a casual dining experience. Don't miss out on their sensational margaritas and must-try Mole Chicken. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Rancho Cantina for a memorable dining adventure.

LOCATIONS
  • Rancho Cantina
    3616 Mt Diablo Blvd Lafayette, CA 94549
    3616 Mt Diablo Blvd Lafayette, CA 94549 Hotline: (925) 282-3811

Located in Lafayette, California, Rancho Cantina is a hidden gem in the world of Mexican cuisine. This Spanish-Mexican fusion restaurant offers a wide range of options, from traditional soups to flavorful dishes that will satisfy any palate.

The restaurant provides a cozy and inviting atmosphere, with ample outdoor seating perfect for enjoying your meal al fresco. With a full bar, happy hour specials, and even heated outdoor seating, Rancho Cantina is the ideal spot for a casual meal with friends or family.

One of the standout features of Rancho Cantina is its dedication to providing a welcoming environment for all guests. From accommodating vegetarians to offering wheelchair accessibility, the restaurant goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience for everyone.

Customer reviews rave about the fresh and flavorful dishes, with favorites like the chicken fajitas, burrito bowls, and mole chicken earning high praise. The house-made salsas and chips are also a hit, adding an extra layer of authenticity to each meal.

Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely dining experience, Rancho Cantina has something for everyone. So why not stop by and experience the taste of Rancho Cantina for yourself? With its welcoming atmosphere, delicious food, and stellar service, it's sure to become a new favorite spot for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts.

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SK G.
SK G.

We walked in without reservations on a Friday night and the place was humming and nearly packed. We got a nice table under a heater. The patient Ali took our order. I had a spicy margarita but it was small and not punchy. The food took a while to come out but that was expected on a busy night. We filled up on the chips and salsa. We shared an order of chicken fajitas. The 2nd set of tortillas got cold and we got charged for the replacement. They need a better system to keep the tortillas warm. The super-hot Jabanero salsa was $3 extra. Not worth it. Overall, the ambience is great, the food is good, the service is above average, They need to change the nickel and dime management policy.

Nicole B.
Nicole B.

Had dinner at Rancho Cantina last night. What a great experience that was. Margaritas were great. Fajitas and burrito bowl were awesome. The food was very fresh and flavorful. Hands down...the best part of our night was our server Avery. Avery has such a fun personality and he took great care of us. He is great at his job! We will be back.

Craig I.
Craig I.

Great food! Great service! Love the outdoor seating. Gotta bring my pup next time. :-) Thank you.

Bob W.
Bob W.

Margaritas were sensational! The Mole Chicken was also great. The sauce was perfect. The chips were really good, and the salsas were house made, and unusual but good flavors. The service was great. They obviously take pride in that. We will definitely be back. Everything was so fresh.

Kelly K.
Kelly K.

Imagine you are in the Wild West...in a cute cantina, where all the locals enjoy relaxing and chatting with the staff. This is the place. All of the items I've tried, including the tortilla soup, taste like a Spanish grandma made. Great patio, and well placed indoor tables/high tops along with the small but lively bar area, make for a cozy retreat on the farther end of the downtown area. Complimentary chips and salsa to boot! (We ordered the guacamole).

Richard B.
Richard B.

Could be my new favorite Mexican restaurant. My partner and I were thinking Mexican food a couple of weeks ago and ended up here. Little did we know it was the first night under new ownership. We met Nico, the new owner, as we walked in and were promptly seated. We knew him from before with his other restaurant ventures. I had a trio of tacos and my partner had a veggie burrito. About a week later we popped in again and I had fish tacos and my partner had enchiladas with mole sauce. OK for fans of mole this is the place. I scoped up every drop of this stuff. Today we had lunch there.I had the taco salad with steak and my partner had a veggie burrito bowl. So 3 times there and all were excellent. The drinks are great, the service is great and the food is awesome especially when fired on the wood grill.

Jen L.
Jen L.

Stopped for dinner in a Friday and it was pretty packed but we managed to snag a table outside with our two dogs. I got a spicy margarita and we started with some chips and salsa. It came with two dips which were both great and the chips are the thin, crispy kind. I went with the carnitas plate which came with tortillas and toppings that you can build yourself. It was delicious and I had some leftovers after too