Rancho Cantina

4.7

62 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for happy hour
Great for outdoor dining

Step into Rancho Cantina and experience California's culinary heritage. This vibrant restaurant celebrates the rich flavors of the Golden State, blending Spanish and Mexican traditions for an authentic dining experience. The warm atmosphere features reclaimed wood, leather-backed bar stools, and Mexican tiling, creating a cozy yet upscale vibe. The open kitchen and wood-fired grill let you witness the culinary artistry as tortillas are flipped and dishes are crafted with care. Rancho Cantina's menu offers unique dishes, many cooked over the wood-fired grill. From succulent house specials to flavorful Cantiña plates, there's something for everyone. Don't miss their signature Rancho Enchiladas, available with various fillings and sauces. Complete your visit with a refreshing margarita. Their drink menu includes local beers, imported bottles, a curated selection of wines, and rancho-inspired cocktails. Enjoy a Spicy Bandelero with Xicaru Mezcal or a classic Rancho Sour with Lunazul tequila. Whether for a romantic date or a casual meal, Rancho Cantina is the perfect choice.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–20:30
Phone number
(925) 282-3811
Website
https://www.ranchocantina.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (925) 519-3851
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
3616 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549-3737
Area
Lafayette
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Private dining

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Mexican
East Bay
Neighbourhood gem
East Bay
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

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Rancho Cantina offers "delicious" food, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Outdoor seating is a highlight, providing "outstanding" heaters and blankets. Regulars praise the "tender, well-spiced" meats and their "fantastic" chips and salsa. Despite occasional noise and service inconsistencies, many patrons "definitely plan to return" for the "amazing" experience and flavors.

62 Reviews

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Rick VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Avery was very warm and extremely competent. He is a major asset!!
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Michael VIP
Phoenix13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time dinning here, what a beautiful place to spend a dinner yet! From the time we walked in the door it was amazing! The greeting was warm, the food was amazing, I had the Surf & Turf and it was served to protection. Our waiter seem to be well-known and very knowledgeable! Definitely worth the drive from Concord, will be back!
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Suzanne VIP
San Francisco37 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service and food were excellent. Friendly waiter who was attentive and the fajitas and carnitas were delicious. We made our reservation for 5:30pm thinking it would be early enough to avoid the crowd. Unfortunately, no such luck. The table to my left, were so loud laughing and shouting that it was impossible to have a conversation without constantly repeating yourself. Maybe we should sit outside next time? We ended up having to cut our date night short and went home.
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DrTrinks
San Francisco14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got there on the early side after an outing in the city so there were not a lot of people in the restaurant. That quickly changed! Regardless we were very well taken care of. Dinner was very good, their presentation and sauces were amazing. We will definitely be back!
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Michael
San Francisco28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Family dinner in your outdoors covered area, outstanding heater, and blanket’s for ladies. Noise level is really low in this area. Food and service was great as usual.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great food, staff were nice. Service is slow unless you are a regular.. would love to go back as their food was really good, hoping next visit we don’t feel like an afterthought.
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Mallory VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and service. Highly recommend for any occasion.
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Deanna VIP
Hawaii3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner was delicious, the bartender friendly and attentive and we so appreciated overhearing the owner thanking the kitchen staff for their hard work! That was so well deserved and such an awesome expression of true appreciation for your team! So nice to see- we wish more leaders were like you! We will definitely be back!!
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David
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waitstaff was friendly courteous and could even sing!!!! Manager was accommodating. Outdoor seating heaters worked. Fajita steak was STEAK!
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Linda
San Francisco30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This has been our go to place for a great comfort food experience. Service is always top notch and the so is the food.
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Rancho Cantina is rated 4.7 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

3616 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549-3737

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Lafayette
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–20:30
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.ranchocantina.com/
Phone number
(925) 282-3811
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (925) 519-3851

Rancho Cantina

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Private dining

Private Events

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What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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