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Rancho Grande

Restaurant Mexican restaurant Taco restaurant Burrito restaurant

😠 We frequently go to this establishment for a fast take out dinner. The last 3 times it just hasn't been the same. New people working there not knowing what they even offer on the menu. We went there Saturday night to place an order and it was $25 dollars more then it normally would be for the sam... People often mention good, great, service,


Address

232 E Main St, Ottumwa, IA 52501

Website

ranchograndeottumwa.com

Contact

(641) 954-8051

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (692 reviews)


Working Hours

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

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (8) great (7) service (7)
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  • 5/5 Akira U. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a great place to bring your friends & family to eat. Whether it be lunch or dinner, You'll find yourself more than satisfied at the end of your visit! The staff were very warm & friendly As well as very helpful & professional! Thank you all and see you again soon!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Hannah S. 1 year ago on Google
    We frequently go to this establishment for a fast take out dinner. The last 3 times it just hasn't been the same. New people working there not knowing what they even offer on the menu. We went there Saturday night to place an order and it was $25 dollars more then it normally would be for the same things we always get. They guy was seriously trying to pull one over on us and it was the same guy who told me they have never had fried ice cream before ( which we order weekly). We will be taking our business else where. We did love this place and it was our go to spot but no longer.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jules P. 1 year ago on Google
    Last night I went here for my birthday. The food looked like grated dog food thrown on my plate with cheese and sauce. GROSS !! It was bad !! Plus, they played some dance techno in Spanish not what you want to hear while eating dinner. WE won't be back. Probably the worst mexican food I've ever ate. Waste of money, time, overall yuck.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Damian P. 1 year ago on Google
    The food tasted really good. Got the three tacos carne asada And one grilled chicken taco. All the tacos were good and the beans and rice were also good. Would get some more food from here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 JESUS B. 2 years ago on Google
    Worst place to get tacos, the meet is dry and taste like it’s been seating for all day, $2.80 for this is ridiculous. The wait was about 20 minutes full price for 8 tacos and 3 sodas $34 I do not recommend this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cassidy b. 2 years ago on Google
    Ate here passing through town one of the best Mexican cuisine restaurants in the tri-state area. Staff is kind and welcoming had a great night. Only critique being they could play some more modern Spanish music like pop, it would really help the atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S G. 1 year ago on Google
    Such great food! Our server was phenomenal and everything was very clean. Well done! The food is always do good we keep coming back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ashe' D. 3 years ago on Google
    This place just keeps getting worse everytime I give them a chance. I've given up and will not be returning! This is what they call a quesadilla. The chicken was so hard my kid couldn't even eat her food. 2 burritos and 2 quesadillas costed me $40. What a waste of time and money.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George M. 1 year ago on Google
    Have been twice in the company of colleagues, ordered carne asada, and enjoyed an the meals. I think the layout can be improved.

  • 2/5 Amanda J. 10 months ago on Google
    Service was terrible. At one point we had to go and find someone to get us refills. Took 30ish min for our waitress to take our order. Then many tables who ordered after us got their food first.

  • 5/5 Eduardo Gomez L. 1 year ago on Google
    The tortas are so good 😊 Delicious food!! And friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Tom B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very, very good food and cold cervesa! Shrimp in green sauce, chicken enchilada with green sauce, and tamale with white cheese sauce. Probably one of the best small-town Mexican restaurants in Iowa.

  • 1/5 Jami S. 1 year ago on Google
    The price you pay is absolutely not worth the terrible service and food. This restaurant used to be our family favorite, however, we respectfully will not be back. Last year it would have cost us $50-$60 for us to eat. Now the same exact meals for all of us, cost my family a little over $100. The Queso used to be the best in town. Now it's over 7 bucks for a tiny bowl of it and doesn't even taste good anymore. The condescending tone the waiter had during our dine in experience was absolutely unacceptable.

  • 2/5 Jennefer T. 1 year ago on Google
    Big turnover in staff after the awesome manager left and started his own restaurant. It's hard to get a correct order. My ice tea was warm, no salt on the margarita, and ordered a large cheese dip and received a small. I know there is a learning curve for new hires, but quality checks would be appreciated.

  • 5/5 JAMES W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food. Great service. I will be back if I am ever in this area again.

  • 5/5 Lindsay B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and great service every time I go.

  • 5/5 Kat L. 1 year ago on Google
    I am never disappointed coming here. Food is on point. Customer service is always great

  • 5/5 marie van w. 1 year ago on Google
    Just love this place. Great food for a great price

  • 5/5 Barbara K. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is always amazing here and they are very friendly too...

  • 5/5 trac 1 year ago on Google
    Our favorite. We never have to wait long for our food here! Definitely would recommend.

  • 1/5 Tracy F. 2 years ago on Google
    Brought us wrong food and when I asked for appetizers first our waiter said yes and then he brought us the spinach dip and appetizers out after our food. Not a good visit when we spent over $89.

  • 5/5 Hilda M. 2 years ago on Google
    They have the best “brocheta de camarones!” I live in New York City. I have been in many many Mexican restaurants in NY and Mexico. El iRancho Grande is my number one. The best food, best drinks and best service ever. I have been going to “El Rancho” since 2006 and the food is always delicious. The manager Giovanni knows how to take care of you. “He is great!”

  • 5/5 Andrea D. 2 years ago on Google
    Their food is by far better then other Mexican cuisine restaurants I've been to where every dish tastes like the next but combined in a different style. Unique

  • 5/5 Rafael M. 2 years ago on Google
    Never disappointed at El Rancho Grande. Great selection of food for a reasonable cost. Love the steak tacos. The fresh made hot sauce is the best in town.

  • 4/5 D H. 2 years ago on Google
    The service is excellent. The food is awesome. I think they have raised the prices but then who hasn't since the covid epidemic. Still with quality of service and food i will have no problem paying the price of the meals.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Checks
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
    • ✓️ Private dining room
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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