Orange County CA
Avila's El Ranchito | Mexican Restaurant

Avila's El Ranchito | Mexican Restaurant

Eat Local in Orange

4.5 1,760 Google reviews$20–30

+1 714 516 10 00182 S Orange St, Orange, California 92866

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Where to find them

182 S Orange St, Orange, California 92866

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About

It all started in the kitchen in 1966. Mama Avila brought the delicious recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico that had been in her family for generations. Over the years, Avila's El Ranchito has grown to 13 locations in Los Angeles and Orange County. Each restaurant is under the personal care of a family member, guaranteeing the reputation the family has earned for treating our customers like part of the family. The Orange location is famous for its historic building, once stunning church with the restaurant still has the original hardwood floors, with stained glass windows and high ceilings. The Cantina is a great spot for watching your favorite sports team while enjoying Happy Hour or Taco Tuesday specials.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

What people say

4 out of 5 stars

“Very Nice Place!”
Google review · Oct 2026

5 out of 5 stars

“Excellent restaurant, service, and ambiance. Clean, friendly, timely service.”
Google review · Oct 2026

Hours

Wednesday
11 AM to 8:30 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 8:30 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Sunday
10 AM to 8:30 PM
Monday
11 AM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 8:30 PM

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