Taste Budz Review: El Ranchito

Zack and I were due for a lunch date, so we decided to stop in at El Ranchito in Chewelah.

What we enjoyed:

~Sopa De Tortilla

~Carne Burrito

Now that it is fall, all I ever want to eat is soup. I was so excited to try their Sopa De Tortilla and it did not disappoint. The base was a savory chicken stock loaded with petite diced onion, cilantro, and tomato. There were big juicy chunks of chicken breast and thick strips of corn tortillas. They topped it off with perfectly ripe avocado slices and a light sprinkle of queso fresco cheese. Each bite was an absolute flavor bomb without being too spicy. It is the perfect meal to order on a cold day.
Zack kept it simple but delicious and ordered a carne burrito. They take a humongous flour tortilla and load it with generously seasoned ground beef. It’s served smothered in shredded cheese and burrito sauce. They also offer it with shredded beef or chicken.

Since this was a lunch date, we skipped the cocktails. However, the jumbo margarita was calling my name and is definitely on my list for next time. 

Their menu is extensive, with both an excellent vegetarian section and more diet-friendly meals like fish tacos. They even serve some classic American dishes in case you are with picky eaters. 

Luis and Maria are the new owners of this restaurant and have brought it back to life with authentic flavors and excellent customer service. The interior of the restaurant was spotless, and our waiter was so fast, we were munching on chips and salsa as soon as we were seated. 

Not only is the atmosphere excellent, but they are also open seven days a week, which is essentially non-existent in Chewelah. As for prices, everything is getting pretty expensive these days, but overall, they were fair, especially considering the portion sizes. 

If you haven’t been in since the change in ownership, stop back in and give them a try. From the attentive staff to the delicious dishes, I am sure you won’t be disappointed.