EL RANCHO TAPATIO

El Rancho Tapatio is a family-owned and operated restaurant offering delicious, freshly made food. Founded in 2009, the restaurant started as three small tables and has expanded into its Burt Road home. The Rios family, who operate the restaurant, are from Guadalajara, Mexico. In Spanish, el Tapatio is an informal term for someone from Guadalajara. The family opened a second restaurant last year, Mama Tequila, a modern-eclectic restaurant in Downtown Lexington offering the same great food and drinks as their flagship.

Diners at Mama Tequila can also enjoy live music, DJs, karaoke and dancing after dinner as the restaurant transforms into an entertainment venue in the evening. El Rancho Tapatio attracts live music fans, too, with bands several days per week. In the summer, guests can relax on the floral-filled patio!

Their authentic menu is described as “Not your everyday Mexican cuisine,” and for good reason.

Their culinary team of more than 75 cooks specializes in Taqueria style tacos, and other favorites like Sopes, Gorditas, Empanadas, Ceviche, Tortas Ahogadas, Carnes en su Jugo, and Menudo. Diners will enjoy inspired dishes, hand-crafted cocktails, Mexican beers and more at both locations. An array of authentic Mexican dishes will transport them to a little corner of Guadalajara with each bite. 859-373-9091