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Matt's El Rancho
Tex-Mex Restaurant and Bar$$$$
South Lamar, Austin
The folks at Eater and Village Voice like this place. Would you agree?
"Bob Armstrong dip (aka delicious queso) is worth the trip."(10 Tips)
"You have to try the brisket tacos... Best meal in Austin."(7 Tips)
"Bob Armstrong queso dip is a MUST... Sooo good!"(3 Tips)
"Order a large bob!! Best queso in town!"(3 Tips)
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- Mexican food
- bob armstrong dip
- margaritas
- tacos
- Tex-Mex cuisine
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Diana MayFebruary 18, 2013Excellent Carne Guisada. Warning on kid-friendly...there are more kids than a Chuck-E-Cheese. Kinda weird.
This is Tex Mex done right, straight up. Great brunch on the weekend, impressive tequila selection.
Paul D 🏈November 9, 2013They will make a margarita using fresh squeezed jalapeños to make it more spicy.
Bob CashMarch 4, 2013It was OK. I'm a Mexican Food snob from LA and this is no where near the quality at home. Chips & Salsa were Excellent, should've had a Margarita.
April ThompsonJanuary 27, 2012Great place if you to make a reservation for a large group of people or need to get your party catered.
Celeste MckeonMay 28, 2012Go see the neighborhood around here. Cool people live in that neighborhood.
Try the "Smokey Bob" - off menu- it's a regular Bob Armstrong, but with beef brisket!
M E 🙉May 27, 2013They don't use fresh line juice for their skinny Rita's. So they really don't offer a skinny Rita. They don't bother to tell you that either. You have to ask for olives with your Mexican martini.
Get the tacos al pastor and wash it down it with one of the best mex-marts in town.- Bob Armstrong dip (aka delicious queso) is worth the trip.
Russell RJanuary 23, 2013Stay away from the house frozen margarita! It's terrible! Chili rellenos are awesome!
Elyse PFebruary 11, 2011Grilled vegetable chile relleno, with queso! YUM! Honestly the veggies are so good!!
Nicole SweatMarch 12, 2013Do Not get portobello fajitas! Im still working on feeling better a day later!
- Just had dinner at Matt's El Rancho. Carne Guisada Plate was tasty and the service was great! Not overly priced!
Ken CagleMarch 11, 2015Waiters, you are a waiter. Swallow your fucking pride and do your job with some integrity.
Try the brisket or beef old fashioned tacos. Salmon is slammin' too!
Dennis CruzApril 24, 2011Matt's Knock Out Martini, made with Cazadores Tequila- the best! And a Big Bob!- Pineapple FroyoJuly 13, 2021Shrimp fajita was good. Fish tacos wasn’t. Service was also disappointing.
Mike WalekeDecember 1, 2019I thought it was a little too greasy and not enough flavor on the taco. The chips were too thick.
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For over 60 years Matt’s El Rancho has been serving the Austin area authentic Mexican food in a lively family atmosphere.
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon, Wed–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(512) 462-9333
View menu on http://mattselrancho.com/the-menu
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Live Music
Parking
Private Lot, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar
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