El Rancho Inn Steak & Lobster

This place is a hidden gem! The food was excellent. The price weren't cheap but they weren't unreasonable either. Everyone was friendly. Especially the owner who made sure everyone was happy with their food and helped anyone who had their hands full when leaving going as far as accompanying them to their car. The area this restaurant is located in isn't the best (across the street is a "flea-bag" motel that advertises rooms by the hour) but that didn't deter us at all. We have already made plans to return for dinner soon.

This is the type of local restaurant by which you judge all other steak houses... and many fall short. El Rancho is true "old school" that puts its money into the food and service. Ambiance is lacking, no up-scale glitter, but the food is what brings you back, and back, and... We have never been disappointed. Each meal starts with a relish tray (old school!) warm fresh local Genoa bread, followed by soup or salad (go salad- you won't be disappointed) but leave room for steak, or chop or lobster. More than likely the owner -Ray- will stop by your table for a chat.

Great steaks and drinks - well prepared without excessive foo foo. The owner is hands-on and came around twice to check-in with us which is a nice touch and appreciated. The booths in the bar are the comfortable seats to be in for sure.

4 stars due to service seeming to lack in enthusiasm though technically well executed.

This is the type of local restaurant by which you judge all other steak houses... and many fall short. El Rancho is true "old school" that puts its money into the food and service. Ambiance is lacking, no up-scale glitter, but the food is what brings you back, and back, and... We have never been disappointed. Each meal starts with a relish tray (old school!) warm fresh local Genoa bread, followed by soup or salad (go salad- you won't be disappointed) but leave room for steak, or chop or lobster. More than likely the owner -Ray- will stop by your table for a chat.

This is the type of local restaurant by which you judge all other steak houses... and many fall short. El Rancho is true "old school" that puts its money into the food and service. Ambiance is lacking, no up-scale glitter, but the food is what brings you back, and back, and... We have never been disappointed. Each meal starts with a relish tray (old school!) warm fresh local Genoa bread, followed by soup or salad (go salad- you won't be disappointed) but leave room for steak, or chop or lobster. More than likely the owner -Ray- will stop by your table for a chat.