El Ranchero

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1145 5th St SW
Charlottesville, VA 22902

El Ranchero is a cozy Mexican restaurant nestled in the heart of Charlottesville, VA.

With a menu featuring traditional dishes and a casual atmosphere, it provides a welcoming dining experience for locals and visitors alike.

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4.56 reviews
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L M.
11/29/2025

Enjoyed our lunch here before the football game. Chips and salsa were served first and the enchiladas with ranchero sauce hit the spot. Large menu - we will be back to try other dishes! The...

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Jon T.
11/23/2025

We were actually looking for the Bojangles but I pulled off at the wrong Charlottesville, exit. Before I could get turned around and back on I-64, Ms T spotted El Ranchero in a strip mall. We are...

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Allison S.
9/14/2024

Food was great, prices matched well for what you got. The margs are HUGE and cheap, definitely worth it. The service was quick and tons of comfortable seating. We will definitely be back.

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Zoe G.
4/10/2025

Food is amazing and the interior is very shiny and clean. I love the giant margaritas and the molcajete is so fun to share! I've also had the sopes and they were really good.

Justin A.
12/12/2024

This place is fantastic! I know that the 5th Street Food Lion shopping center can be a bit... shady... but once you walk through the doors you are warmly welcomed into a spotless, inviting space....

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