El Ranchito Mexican Grill

For those who enjoy dining outdoors, they also have patio seating available. The restaurant caters to everyone’s needs, making the atmosphere enjoyable for all. Plus, the prices are reasonable, making it a must-visit during your travels along our highway, especially when everyone is heading south for the holidays or north afterward. Conveniently located nearby is a small strip that includes a post office, a drive-through Chinese restaurant, a bar and grill, a laundromat, a Dollar General, and a car wash with a self-service option. After enjoying your meal, you can take care of errands while you’re out, as Big Lots stays open until 9:00 and Dollar General is open late as well. If you need to do laundry, you can wash, dry, and fold your clothes in between meals. And if you're traveling with a cooler for groceries or leftovers, you can stop at the car wash before heading home. It's a perfect way to spend your weekend—you can wrap up all your errands by 9:00 PM, clean your car, and then enjoy a night out while the older kids watch the younger ones at home. It's a cozy plan for a memorable evening in the historic part of Crystal River!

The food at this mini mall restaurant is what you would anticipate. The daily specials are reasonably priced, and they offer two-for-one margaritas every day. What more could you ask for?

Our diners were outstanding, everything was delicious . We definitely would recommend this restaurant!

This place was amazing! There food was delicious and served hot. The waiter was very kind! The food was made well, and the atmosphere was very calm! Kid-friendliness: Very accommodating to kids!

On the other hand, El Ranchitos was absolutely amazing! I was seated at 6:01, and by 6:04, I had a glass of water and three freshly made tacos in front of me. The portions were generous, and they also served chips and salsa. I ended up ordering two more tacos and a side of beans, and my total bill came to just eleven dollars. Can you believe it? Eleven dollars! The place was bustling with activity, and to-go orders were flying out the door. Some tables turned over twice while I was there. The staff operated like a well-oiled machine, and I was in and out in under 30 minutes. Thank you so much, El Ranchitos! You're a shining example of how to do things right. I'll definitely keep coming back as long as you're open!