Taqueria El Ranchero

About

Food Trucks, Mexican

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 479 12th ave s, Seattle, WA 98144

Phone: (206) 661-7543

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    No
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
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    Waiter Service
    No

Reviews

  • Jordan C.

    star star star star star 7 June 2026

    Don't let this truck fool you, the tacos are authentic and quick, and the prices are unbeatable. $1.50 for street tacos are well worth it, and come with lime and radish to top it off. Forgot to take a picture but I had the carnitas and lengua tacos, and then had to order another two. They were finished before I got back to my seat. The carnitas were crispy and flavorful, and the lengua was super tender. They also do vegan tacos, and other plates like Pollo Asado.

  • Lynn V.

    star star star star star_border 4 June 2026

    Perfect for a quick lunch in a hurry. Do be cautious of the area though because there are a lot of people loitering around. There's a little seating area right next to the truck but we usually take ours to go. Right across the street from Hau Hau Market.

  • Calvin L.

    star star star star star_border 3 June 2026

    $1.25 street tacos? Yes please! This taco truck is located on the corner of 12th and King in an empty lot in the ID. Parking is plentiful and the tacos are affordable.

    The tacos aren't as good as tacos I've had back at home in California, but that's okay. I still thought they were delicious. The price to taste value was very well worth it. Unfortunately they only have 5 choices of meats, which are asada, pollo, adobada, carnitas, and lengua. Unfortunately, I didn't want to spring the extra 50 cents for lengua but maybe next time.

    I ordered everything but the pollo and lengua, and I thought it all tasted good. The carnitas were a little dry, but the asada and adobada were pretty good.

    I'm not someone who will eat mediocre tacos, so definitely check this taco truck out! 4 tacos definitely filled me up, and it was only $5.

    CASH ONLY! It's expected though.

  • Kaci F.

    star star star star star 29 May 2026

    Quick, authentic and super delicious!!!  Don't let the  looks of this place scare you.  It is safe and fantastic!  The people who work there are super nice!

  • Adrianna S.

    star star star star star_border 18 May 2026

    Cheapest tacos I've found in Seattle! Located in a gravel parking lot with friendly homeless nearby, this corner reminds me so much of LA that I get homesick. Burrito could use more variety, but it still beats most of the PNW's burritos.

    There's a table next to the truck with Christmas lights - super festive. I've even gotten a business card and free taco sitting there eating.

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