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Get your Tex-Mex favorites to-go! From sizzling fajitas to Bob’s Famous Queso, place your order online and enjoy Matt’s El Rancho wherever you are.
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Explore our scratch-made Tex-Mex classics and legendary house specialties — prepared fresh daily with the same recipes we’ve used for over 70 years.
Our Story
From a wooden tamale cart in 1923 to Austin’s Tex-Mex institution today, discover the history and heart behind Matt’s El Rancho.
Welcome to
Matt's El Rancho
Since 1952, we've been serving Austin scratch-made Tex-Mex with a side of true Texas hospitality. What began as a small 40-seat café on East 1st Street has grown into a legendary South Lamar landmark that welcomes more than 500 guests daily. From our sizzling fajitas to Bob’s Famous Queso, every dish is made fresh from our kitchen — just like Janie Martinez did on day one. Family-owned and operated for over 70 years, we’re proud to be an Austin tradition for locals and visitors alike.
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Hours
- Sunday–Monday
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- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday–Thursday
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- Friday–Saturday
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