RANCHO CHICO

Middle of the road for RANCHO CHICO: a B (80/100) at its last health inspection on May 15, 2026.

Inspectors cited 3 intermediate and 11 basic violations. That puts it safer than 15% of Osceola County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.3 from 2,565 reviews. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, and healthy diners.

B · 80/100 · safer than 15% of Osceola County restaurants we grade

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Restaurant details

Health grade
B (80/100)
Violations
14 total — 3 intermediate, 11 basic
Address
3195 13TH AVENUE, St. Cloud, FL
Cuisine
Mexican
Categories
Mexican restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.3 stars (2565 reviews)
Seats
200
Phone
(407) 957-4355
Photo of RANCHO CHICO
Photo: John Ciser

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 2,565 reviews
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What diners say — our read

People either love this place or they do not, and the ratings show it. Reviewers who mention service rate this place 4.3 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

Older reviews score better than newer ones (4.5 recent against 5.0 earlier), so direction is worth weighing alongside the average. If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (13 reviews). Behind those, plate size is raised in 15% of reviews (2.7 average).

The kitchen graded a B (80/100) on 3 intermediate and 11 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. DBPR last walked in on May 15, 2026. Ranked against Osceola County, it is safer than 15% of the restaurants we score. The citations behind that grade include cross-contamination and in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Everything above is computed from the 20 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 28, 2026

    Our experience at Rancho Chico was amazing!! Our waitress and staff were so attentive and really made us feel welcome. My wife and kids loved the food as well. I had the chicken carne asada topped with chorizo. That is a delicious meal!! WE WILL BE BACK!! Better than any other Mexican restaurant in Osceola. For people from Rochester, if you like Monte Alban, this will give you the same kind of feels. Top notch service and food!!

  • June 22, 2026

    We went for Fathers Day. The food was semi cold the portion were too small. I don’t know what kind of taco they were. However they didn’t look appetizing We were 9 pple The service wasn’t great either. We will not recommend or visit again.

  • June 19, 2026

    Great Mexican food along with Great service.

  • June 12, 2026

    First time for me and my family, this was hands down 10/10 !! Birria tacos were so delicious!!

  • June 3, 2026

    We’ve been visiting this restaurant for several months now, and it continues to impress. We’ve tried a variety of dishes, and every single one has been consistently excellent. The wait staff is always friendly, attentive, and professional. This has become one of our go‑to spots, and we plan to keep coming back for a long time.

  • June 2, 2026

    Always a great experience! Food is always hot and fresh. Restaurant is clean and comfortable and staff is very kind and attentive.

  • May 31, 2026

    We really chose the very best location for our birthday celebration! Daniel was a fantastic server, and everything was fabulous. I had the fajita bowl and it was literally the best steak I've ever had. Be sure to save room for the Fried Ice Cream! Everything was simply amazing!

  • May 31, 2026

    No está rico! Si parece comida corrida de México, el ambiente y el servicio es muy bueno pero las 2 veces que he comido la carne no sabe bien y los frijoles no tienen ni sal! Es triste

  • May 29, 2026

    This food was nasty order chicken enchiladas with tostietos the chicken had no favor the whole meal was disgusting when I told the server all she said was sorry only thing that was good is I only paid $10 never again will I set foot on that place reviews say it good food well 👎

  • May 24, 2026

    Bland.

  • May 20, 2026

    La comida delicious. Customer servicenot bad. It was a fly driving me crazy, I mentioned it to my server she apologized for it, being that the place wasn't packed I thought she could've move us to a different area. I been there before first time this happened, I definitely will be back. Again food is delicious.

  • May 19, 2026

    Food is OK it all depends on the cook that day, service is spotty

  • May 18, 2026

    Very underwhelming experience. The tacos were cold, the carne asada steaks were small, and the chicken in the flautas was dry. Definitely felt like a waste of money. There's better Mexican food places in the area.

  • May 14, 2026

    Me agrado, he ido en dos ocasiones, en el almuerzo fue rápido, Pero cuando fui de noche fue como más atento, más cálido, volvería a ir

  • April 29, 2026

    Really good food. Servers are great. What else can I say. Try it.

  • April 27, 2026

    Great lunch portions at reasonable prices. Friendly service.

  • April 27, 2026

    Bonito lugar. Buena comida!

  • April 24, 2026

    Best mexican restaurant I’ve ever tried . Don’t judge the outside . Go in and enjoy ! Wouahh . Txs

  • April 6, 2026

    This place was amazing, the staff was amazing, food was great. WELL WORTH GOING, and will be going many times again.

  • April 4, 2026

    My favorite right Mexican restaurant in Saint Cloud

Overall Score

61 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. May 15, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 11 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying (×2)
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×4)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  2. February 18, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 13 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×3)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
  3. September 12, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 21 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×3)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained (×2)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×4)
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed

Safer options nearby

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Data last updated: May 15, 2026