Within the category Mexican, this restaurant is considered one of the best in Rancho Santa Fe, and the Cocina Del Rancho has - based on the average evaluation of 3.9 - satisfied the most of its guests.

What David Macario likes about Cocina Del Rancho:
Cool place, good food and drinks. Any other reviews saying that the beans are weird, etc, are clearly written by out of towners that don't know Mexican food. The beans are authentic, the carne asada is legit, and the mole is on point. I didn't sit at the bar, but it looks like a good place for happy hour. View all feedback.

What Raheleh Dilmaghani doesn't like about Cocina Del Rancho:
Please note recent reviews. We liked this place last year, big mistake to go back. Quality of food has come down by a lot. Horrible fish tacos and burned salty Carne asada fajita. We also had a groupon and they are pushing lots of ways so you spend more w 18% tip for bad food and service. The refried beans was the worst ever, look how bright color and fatty it is. If you have a Groupon, cancel. There r so many option... View all feedback.

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3.9 ★ from 182 reviews
keegan-huerta
02.10.2023 - 14:48

The food was okay. Shrimp tasted like it sat out too long and had a lingering seafood taste. The grilled chicken was a little over done. The Carne Asada was Fan...

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kahea-a
02.10.2023 - 14:48

Super awesome place for dinner! I met up with an old friend and got some great Mexican food. The carne asada was AMAZING! It wasn't super chewy steak like I was...

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