Ranchero Kitchen

we visited early Friday evening of July 13 and LOVED it! great service , good food that's different from usual Columbus offerings, and great atmosphere. I loved the pupusas with horchata to drink, and a side of Yuca frita: savory, well-made (the slaw/relish served as a side with the pupusas has a spicey kick that can ambush you, so go carefully with it; it might just be my low tolerance for heat, though), and very filling. Don't be fooled by the size; the pupasas are very filling and I couldn't finish mine, despite wanting to keep eating. the mark of good food: you want to keep eating even though you're full! give this place a try! it's between the BMV and License/Title agency on Morse, but don't be put off by the strip-mall location. Ranchero has a great, relaxed vibe, good for meeting with friends and kicking back with good food. Note: this is a duplicate review by accident. Somehow I ended up with a second yelp account. This is my real one. Anyway, we ate again at Ranchero a couple weeks after this, and also had an awesome experience. This place needs major love from Columbus folks in search of good food -- give Ranchero a try!

The pupusas were amazing. I got two filled with chicken, cheese and jalapeños. The very spicy salsa was delicious and worked great to dip both the pupusas and the fries. The service was pleasant and prompt.

I learned today that I've been sleeping on Ranchero Kitchen. It's unassuming from the outside, especially given that it's nestled in between the BMV and Auto Titling offices. The interior is pretty spacious and has an upscale feel to it, and our server was friendly and attentive. But of course, you want to know about the food. I'm Mexican American, so any breakfast involving refried beans, queso fresco and eggs is comfort food for me. I happily ordered the breakfast combo because it came with all of those, plus fried plantains. I never ate plantains growing up, but it's one of my favorite things about Central and South American cuisine. And that sour cream? Delicious and rich. I also ordered a side of rice and tortillas. The rice was so delicious--just flavored enough to have some body of its own and it paired well with everything. The tortillas were corn based and a little thicker than I'm used to, but I liked them and appreciated that they were handmade. And to top it all off, I ordered a glass of horchata. It had a nutty but not unwelcome taste that I didn't expect--I only learned later that it did contain seeds and nuts. Delicious, but something to be aware of if you have nut allergies. My husband ordered the pan con pollo, which he said was excellent. He also ordered a side of fries-which I stole several of and also thought were great. All in all, I'd say that this is a hidden gem and worth the visit.

Ranchero Kitchen has been on my must-try list for far too long! Moving here from LA left me missing the authentic Salvadoran pupusas that are a staple in SoCal. I only wish I had come to this spot sooner! The interior is stunning, with tasteful decor and friendly staff who make you feel right at home. The food portions are huge and offer great value for the price. But let's talk about the pupusas--they were absolute perfection! Bursting with authentic flavor, they transported me right back to LA. My son was over the moon with his breakfast burrito, which was stuffed to the brim with delicious, fresh ingredients. We happened to stop in to celebrate my son's 18th birthday, and luck was on our side. They were doing a professional photo shoot of their menu, and our server gifted us a complimentary dessert. It was the perfect sweet ending to an already fantastic meal. Ranchero Kitchen exceeded all my expectations with its authentic, flavorful dishes, and I'll definitely be back soon! If you're craving a taste of Salvadoran cuisine, this is the place to go!

we visited early Friday evening and LOVED it! great service , good food that's different from usual Columbus offerings, and great atmosphere. I loved the pupusas with horchata to drink, and a side of Yuca frita: savory, well-made (the slaw/relish served as a side with the pupusas has a spicey kick that can ambush you, so go carefully with it; it might just be my low tolerance for heat, though), and very filling. Don't be fooled by the size; the pupasas are very filling and I couldn't finish mine, despite wanting to keep eating. the mark of good food: you want to keep eating even though you're full! give this place a try! it's between the BMV and License/Title agency on Morse, but don't be put off by the strip-mall location. Ranchero has a great, relaxed vibe, good for meeting with friends and kicking back with good food.