4.6
800+ Ratings
Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant (Lake Forest)
4.6 x (800+) • Mexican • Latin American • New Mexican • Group Friendly • Alcohol • Info
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24406 Muirlands Boulevard
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Rating and reviews
"Avila's is the best darn Mexican restaurant around - hands down. The ingredients are fresh and tasty and everything is delicious - literally, just choose anything on the menu and you'll be happy!"
• Justin C. • 01/14/24
"home-cooked and recipes passed c down from generations that have stood the test of time. this is my favorite place to eat. ALL AVILAS!"
• Love C. • 04/14/23
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Sunday - Thursday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM • Menu
Friday - Saturday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM • Menu
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM • Menu
Antojitos
- Small Bag of Chips$8.00 • 100% (52)Feeds 5-8 people
- Pint of House Salsa$9.00 • 97% (36)Our famous Avila's house table salsa. Feeds 4-6 people
- Avila's Appetizer Special$31.00 • 86% (15)A combination of bite-size taquitos, flautas, tacos, nachos, and a quesadilla, garnished with guacamole and sour cream.
- Quesadilla$17.00 • 69% (13)A flour tortilla filled with Monterey jack and cheddar cheeses then grilled until it’s ready to melt in your mouth. Served with guacamole and sour cream.
- Guacamole Ole$19.50 • 94% (35)A blend of ripe avocados, tomatoes, and onions brought to life with a touch of garlic and fresh lime.
- Nachos Especial$22.00 • 71% (7)Shredded beef or chicken topped with guacamole and sour cream.
- Large Bag of Chips$12.30 • 90% (10)Feeds 10-15 people
- Ceviche$26.00 • 80% (10)Fresh diced shrimp or fresh fish (Swai) marinated in a garlic-lime sauce, mixed with pico de gallo, and laid on a bed of lettuce on top of a crispy corn tortilla with fresh avocado and tomato slices.
- Quart of House Salsa$12.50 • 100% (9)Our famous Avila's house table salsa. Feeds 8-10 people.
- Chingolingas Appetizer$15.00 • 90% (10)A flaky pastry stuffed with shredded chicken or beef. Served with sour cream and guacamole.
- Nachos Ranchera$18.00 • 66% (3)Freshly made corn tortilla chips smothered with salsa ranchera then topped with a blend of melted cheeses.
- Sal's Quesadilla (4 pcs)$16.00 • 100% (4)4 veggie quesadilla pieces made with corn tortilla, served with chile negro and sour cream.
- Coctel de Camarones$26.00 • 100% (4)Succulent shrimp, freshly squeezed lime juice, spicy cilantro, and ripe avocado tossed in a tasty Mexican cóctel.
Caldos
- Mama's Avila Soup$19.00 • 85% (41)Delicious fresh chicken broth soup with chicken breast and rice garnished with cilantro, onion, tomato, avocado, lime, and fresh tortillas. Large Soup
- Tacos and Caldo$25.00 • 88% (27)A cup of our delicious Mama Avila’s soup served with two crispy tacos, choice of shredded beef or shredded chicken.
- Albondigas Soup$20.15 • 83% (30)A vegetable meatball soup served with tortillas.
- Tortilla Soup$20.15 • 86% (15)Mixed vegetable soup with chicken breast and melted cheese. Topped with tortilla strips.
Ensaladas
- Cilantro Lime Chicken$23.00 • 100% (3)Charbroiled chicken breast on a bed of greens, celery, cucumbers, and sliced tomatoes with cilantro lime dressing on the side.
- Grande Taco Salad$23.00 • 82% (17)A flaky flour tortilla filled with fresh lettuce, beans, and your choice of shredded beef, ground beef, shredded chicken, char-broiled chicken, or grilled veggies topped with pico de gallo, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream.
- Tostada$21.00 • 88% (17)Shredded beef, chicken, carnitas, or grilled veggies on a crispy corn tortilla with beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream.
Enchiladas
Burritos
Combinaciones Frescos
Create Your Own Combination
Tradicionales
El Ranchito Specialties
Botanas
The Avila Family's Favorites
Extras
Ninos
A La Carta
Desserts
Beverages
Margaritas to go
- Rating and reviews
4.6
•800+ Ratings •
12 Reviews
Joseph T.• 09/06/24Delicious
Homero F.• 03/16/24excelente sabor y presentación la verdad lo recomiendo
Justin C.• 01/14/24Avila's is the best darn Mexican restaurant around - hands down. The ingredients are fresh and tasty and everything is delicious - literally, just choose anything on the menu and you'll be happy!
Linda M.• 08/23/23Best Mexican food ever!
Love C.• 04/14/23home-cooked and recipes passed c down from generations that have stood the test of time. this is my favorite place to eat. ALL AVILAS!
Dan S.• 04/01/23always amazing and enjoyable
Brent D.• 03/05/23food was great
Eduardo H.• 12/11/22authentic preparation and presentation makes this my top spot for Mexican Food in South Orange County
Carmen S.• 06/16/22Great service and food!
joe O.• 01/16/22Great food
Lindsey S.• 10/26/21On time, good food, all items included
Jacqueline P.• 07/08/21Always Delicious
