El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant

El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant Homemade Mexican food that will make you Scream Like a Real Mexican!!!! Eleno gave his son, Leandro, his first job at the eager age of 9 years old.
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El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant has been a hit on Main Street in downtown La Porte since 1982. Eleno Suarez started with little more than a pot, a spoon, and a dream to fill La Porte’s hard working families with homemade Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. Leandro has worked every position from busser, waiter, kitchen prep, and cook. Leandro now is owner of El Ranchero and has made his father very proud he

can continue his dream. Leandro has kept many of his father’s recipes and has developed some of his own. Everything is made from scratch from the tortillas to the desserts. Mention El Ranchero and most people will rave about their awesome Tommy Tacos, Hamburguesa San Isidro, and homemade pralines made in a traditional copper pot. When asked what makes El Ranchero different, Leo says they “keep things simple and without a lot of fancy gimmicks. La Porte has a hard working community and they want hearty meals that hit the spot.” He adds, “Since we’re a family business we have always seen our customers as a part of the family and not just a check number like in some franchises.” Creating a hometown feel though service is very important to him. He has customers who have been a part of El Ranchero for 30 years. It also speaks loudly that most of his kitchen staff has been with him for 10-12 years, and the same core waitstaff for the past two years. You can find El Ranchero on Facebook and also their website, ElRancherMex.net. You can see the clip from the Jay Leno show that made them a little bit more famous with their motto that their food will make you “Scream Like a Mexican”. Or even better, stop in at 308 West Main to say hello to Leo. Check it out for yourself and see what has made El Ranchero a great place to get your Tex-Mex fix since the early-80’s.

https://www.orderelrancheromex.com/Good Morning! Don't forget to try our Chilaquiles! Crispy corn tortillas sautéed with...
07/07/2026

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Good Morning!
Don't forget to try our Chilaquiles! Crispy corn tortillas sautéed with onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, and scrambled eggs. Served with homemade refried beans, hand-cut fries, and fresh flour or corn tortillas.

Add queso on top for the perfect finish!

TODAY’S SPECIAL -https://www.orderelrancheromex.com/Tacos al Carbón topped with our creamy chile con quesoServed with ri...
06/29/2026

TODAY’S SPECIAL -https://www.orderelrancheromex.com/
Tacos al Carbón topped with our creamy chile con queso
Served with rice, beans, fresh guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Come hungry—you’ll thank us later!

Happy Fathers Day. These are the Hands of My Father. I am proud of him. He has worked hard to accomplish everything he h...
06/21/2026

Happy Fathers Day. These are the Hands of My Father. I am proud of him. He has worked hard to accomplish everything he has done for our Family. Tell your father that you love him and that you are proud of him.

The Jalapeño Jaime Cheeseburgerhttps://www.orderelrancheromex.com/Named after my brother – the one who always Named afte...
05/28/2026

The Jalapeño Jaime Cheeseburger
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Named after my brother – the one who always Named after my brother – the one who always it spicy!
1/2 pound of Certified Angus Beef
In-house shredded cheddar cheese
Fresh lettuce and tomatoes
Fiery chile toreado
Home-cut fries
All served on a homemade bun
Big flavor, serious heat, and made with love.
Thank you, Jaime, for bringing the fire every time!

https://www.orderelrancheromex.com/Don’t miss our new Breakfast Tortas! Served on fresh, house-made bread baked daily, e...
05/27/2026

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Don’t miss our new Breakfast Tortas! Served on fresh, house-made bread baked daily, each torta is loaded with your choice of savory fillings — chorizo, tocino, sausage, ham, or fajita — all mixed with two fresh eggs and our famous homemade refried beans that everyone loves. Finished with crispy homemade fries, fresh lettuce, tomato, and creamy avocado slices on the side, every bite is packed with authentic flavor and made fresh to order.

https://www.orderelrancheromex.com/Grab your favorite meal from El Ranchero and have it delivered right to The Park on M...
05/15/2026

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Grab your favorite meal from El Ranchero and have it delivered right to The Park on Main! Sit back, relax, enjoy the live music, and soak up the good times — all without ever leaving the park.

El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant is proud to support local programs with LPISD as students build valuable vocational and c...
05/15/2026

El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant is proud to support local programs with LPISD as students build valuable vocational and career skills. They did an exceptional job, and they work hard.
Thank you to everyone who helps invest in these students and their future. Supporting vocational education creates opportunities for everyone and helps strengthen our community for years to come. The future is bright!

05/02/2026

Rain rain, stay away… it’s Norteño Night and we’re ready to play! 🌧️🔥

Clave 45 live on the deck tonight! 🎶

Grab a Rieles Michelada 🍻 and don’t forget—El Ranchero delivered straight to your seat! 🌮

🦞 In the mood for crawfish? We have that too! Let one of our team members know and we will get it ordered for you!

See ya on the deck! 💃🕺

Address

308 W Main Street
La Porte, TX
77571

Opening Hours

Monday 4am - 9pm
Tuesday 4am - 9pm
Wednesday 4am - 9pm
Thursday 4am - 9pm
Friday 4am - 10pm
Saturday 4am - 10pm
Sunday 4am - 9pm

Telephone

(281) 471-7461

Website

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