El Ranchon Family Mexican Restaurant

I’ve grown up on El Ranchon my whole life. When I was a kid it was everyones favorite restaurant in Magnolia. Every family would go there and half the fun was running into your friends, it always felt like a big family. When I was in middle school my friends and I would ride our bikes down and get lunch. When I went to college it was the spot we would all meet at once everyone was back in town to catch up. Today, it’s still just as good and fun. El Ranchon is a Magnolia institution and part of so many peoples entire lives and childhoods. A simple but truly special and great family restaurant.

Authenticity warms my heart. Loved the entire experience. You are greeted with a feel as if you just stepped into the door of your abuelas house. Chips and the best salsa I have had thus far in Seattle. I had the fresh margarita which made the bike ride home fun. The chimichanga with picadillo was delicious. I had more than enough food with half a chimichanga to go home. I tried the flan for dessert and again its the authenticity for me. It wasn’t the prettiest flan but definitely made from the heart. Most of all I loved the music which completed the vibe. I’ll definitely be returning to try more from the menu.

Cozy place with friendly stuff and delicious food.