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Matt's El Rancho
2613 S. Lamar, 512/462-9333
photo by John Anderson
Serving Austin since 1952, this immensely popular Tex-Mex icon is a food-happy dispenser of giant margaritas, excellent enchiladas, and craving-curbing quesadillas. Expect a wait – it'll be worth it. Want to order like an old-timer? Get the addictive Bob Armstrong dip.
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Chronicle Reviews
Matt's El Rancho
Matt's El Rancho is keeping it all in the family – and you're invited to join
Virginia B. Wood, May 17, 2012
Articles
Dear Glutton: Date-Night Dilemmas
Find a few neighborhood spots that won't break the bank
Emily Beyda, March 2, 2017
Know Your Culinary Matriarchs
Meet some of the women who helped shape Austin's culinary consciousness
Virginia B. Wood, July 10, 2014
Here's the Cheese: Chile Con Queso Options
Gracie Salem, March 13, 2013
Best of Austin Awards
- 2023: Readers Tex-Mex (Matt’s El Rancho)
- 2022: Readers Tex-Mex
- 2022: Readers Enchilada
- 2022: Readers Margarita
- 2003: Critics Best Portal to Good Ol' Austin
First Plates Awards
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