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Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant Foothill Ranch
★ Editor's Pick

Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant Foothill Ranch

Lake Forest · $$

<p>Each restaurant is family-owned so that we can serve you the highest quality, fresh, authentic Mexican food in a fun atmosphere. Each location also has its own specialty dishes and drink specials. Our location is known for its grande burritos and delicious margaritas.</p>

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Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant Lake Forest
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Lake Forest

Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant Lake Forest

Mexan · tacos

<p>Founded in 1997 by Sal Avila and now owned by his daughter Nathalie Avila Ruttkay,&nbsp;Avila’s El Ranchito Lake Forest continues the family tradition Mamá Avila began in 1966 with recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico, right here in the heart of Lake Forest.&nbsp;</p>

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