El Ranchito Taco Shop — tacos in La Quinta, CA

El Ranchito Taco Shop

4.3· 502 Google reviews·$

El Ranchito Taco Shop is a La Quinta, CA taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.3★ rating across 502 Google reviews.

Rating
4.3
Highly rated
Reviews
502
Google reviews
Price
$
Cheap eats
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Quick biteGroup dinner

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Affordable, everyday pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in La Quinta, CA
  • •Strong Google review volume

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Casual taquería
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cash recommended

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does El Ranchito Taco Shop serve?+

El Ranchito Taco Shop is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is El Ranchito Taco Shop located?+

El Ranchito Taco Shop is at 78540 CA-111 a13, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA in La Quinta, California.

Is El Ranchito Taco Shop good?+

El Ranchito Taco Shop has a 4.3★ average across 502 Google reviews — highly rated by La Quinta taco standards.

How expensive is El Ranchito Taco Shop?+

El Ranchito Taco Shop sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a La Quinta taquería.

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