Family Owned, Family Operated and Family Loved since 1966

Family Owned, Family Operated and Family Loved since 1966

Founded in 1998, Avila’s El Ranchito Lake Forest continues the family tradition Mamá Avila began in 1966 with recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico, passed down for generations. Owned by Sal Avila and run by daughters Monica and Natalie, the restaurant is deeply connected to the community, supporting local events and charities. Guests come for the signature Grande Burritos, refreshing Margaritas, and warm atmosphere that feels like family. Stop in to enjoy authentic traditions and exciting new local specials.

Family Owned, Family Operated and Family Loved Since 1966

Family Owned, Family Operated and Family Loved since 1966

Founded in 1998, Avila’s El Ranchito Lake Forest continues the family tradition Mamá Avila began in 1966 with recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico, passed down for generations. Owned by Sal Avila and run by daughters Monica and Natalie, the restaurant is deeply connected to the community, supporting local events and charities. Guests come for the signature Grande Burritos, refreshing Margaritas, and warm atmosphere that feels like family. Stop in to enjoy authentic traditions and exciting new local specials.

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Enjoy Mama Avila’s authentic recipes at home.

Private Fiesta

Have your fiesta at Avila’s in Lake Forest! Perfect for birthdays, wedding events, work gatherings and more!

Our Story

Our Story
It all started in the kitchen in 1966. Mama Avila brought the delicious recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico that had been in her family for generations.

Our Daily Menus

Our Daily Menus are a celebration of Mamá Avila’s recipes brought from Guanajuato, Mexico, in 1966 and lovingly passed down through generations.

All Day Menu

Brunch Menu

Happy Hour Menu

Party Packs

Let Avila’s El Ranchito be part of your Fiesta! Pick up your “Party Trays To-Go” for any size group. Just lift the lid and enjoy your own Fiesta!

Private Fiesta

If you are planning a wedding, birthday, party, reunion, or business meeting, let us help you! With authentic Mexican cuisine and impeccable service, we turn any gathering into a memorable fiesta.

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Party Packs

Let Avila’s El Ranchito be part of your Fiesta! Pick up your “Party Trays To-Go” for any size group. Just lift the lid and enjoy your own Fiesta!

Private Fiesta

If you are planning a wedding, birthday, party, reunion, or business meeting, let us help you! With authentic Mexican cuisine and impeccable service, we turn any gathering into a memorable fiesta.