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Matt's Famous El Rancho
Matt's Famous El Rancho Review
Opened by the Martinez family in 1952, this South Austin landmark does old-school Tex-Mex extremely well, and you'll hear few complaints from diners. Combination dinners are many and varied, with all the usual standbys: enchiladas, tamales, crispy tacos, and more. Diehards swear by the chiles rellenos and old-fashioned tacos. The expansive dining room can get noisy at peak hours, but the large outdoor patio is pleasant in good weather. Be sure to strike up a conversation with the staff—some employees have worked here for decades.
- Address: 2613 S. Lamar Blvd., South Austin, Austin, TX, 78704 | Map It
- Phone: 512/462-9333
- Website: www.mattselrancho.com/
- Location: South Austin
Contact Information
- Credit cards accepted.
- Closed Tues.
Restaurant Details
Member Reviews
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mbdog1, from Austin
Given what it is, the food is always consistent and great-tasting, and the service is perfectly fine. The best 'ritas in town, and the best chicken fajita chili relleno! Super fun atmosphere!
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Austinreader, from Austin
I can list page after page of good Tex-Mex in Austin that surpasses this place. Only the nostalgic eat here.
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