El Rancho Restaurant

09/02/2026

🕧Halfway to the weekend!

Fuel your Wednesday crush at El Rancho. Grab a delicious breakfast burrito 🌯 to keep that hustle going strong!

📍101 S. Chicago Ave
📱 (575) 359-0098

09/01/2026

Spice up your September with the best New Mexican flavors in town at El Rancho Restaurant! 🌶️✨

🥳 Hello September, Portales!

The weather might be heading in a direction to a cool down, but we are just turning up the heat! Whether you are a loyal regular or looking for your new favorite lunch spot, we've got a seat saved just for you.

Chile Choice: Are you Team Red or Team Green? (Trick question, the answer is always Christmas style! 🎄)
The Burrito Hut: Catch our morning crew from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Monday–Saturday, for the ultimate breakfast fuel. 🌯
Crunch Time: Life is short, eat the extra chips and salsa. You deserve it!

🗺️ Cruise On Over!
Find us here: 101 S. Chicago Ave, Portales, NM 88130
Give us a ring: (575) 359-0098

How to eat: Dine-in with the family, hit the drive-thru, or call ahead for a quick pickup!Let’s make it a delicious September! Drop a comment with your go-to El Rancho order below! 👇

08/28/2026

🎉 TGIF, Portales!

Drop everything and treat yourself to the best lunch in town!

Our Friday Lunch Special is hot, fresh, and ready to kick off your weekend right:🌮 1 Crispy Taco & 1 Enchilada your way covered with melty cheddar cheese.🍛 Served with a side of our signature beans & rice. Pair it with our famous house-made salsa and fresh chips!

Stop by the dining room or clock out early and head through the drive-thru.

📍 Find Us: 101 S Chicago Ave, Portales, NM 88130
⏰ Lunch Hours: Open now! (10:30 AM – 9:00 PM)
📞 Call ahead for quick pickup: (575) 359-0098

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from El Rancho Restaurant! 🐾

✨Today is all about celebrating man's best friend! Whether your pup is a master at begging for tortilla chips or just loves a good belly rub after a long walk, they deserve all the love today. While our furry friends can’t pull up a chair inside, we know they are a huge part of your family! Celebrate them today by grabbing your favorite New Mexican comfort food to-go, or stop by to treat yourself after a fun dog walk.

💬 Show us your pups! Drop a picture of your four-legged best friend in the comments below so we can see all the cute dogs in Portales! 👇Come see us today and let us handle dinner while you spend extra time spoiling your dog! ❤️

📍 Find Us: 101 S Chicago Ave, Portales, NM 88130
⏰ Our Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM & Sunday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 Call In Your Order: (575) 359-0098

08/25/2026

Which El Rancho appetizer reigns supreme? 🌶️

✨We want to know what you crave first when you sit down at our tables!

Watch the Reel and drop your absolute favorite in the comments below!

👇Are you team...Chips & Salsa 🥣 (Always fresh, always the perfect kick)
Fresh Sopapillas 🍯 (Warm, fluffy, and drizzled with honey)
French Fries 🍟 (Golden, crispy, and impossible to eat just one)
Jalapeno Poppers 🧀 (Spicy, cheesy goodness in every single bite)

No matter what you choose, we have a basket with your name on it. Gather the family, skip the cooking tonight, and let us handle dinner!

Come see us today and start your meal off right! ❤️📍 Find Us: 101 S Chicago Ave, Portales, NM 88130⏰ Our Hours:Monday – Saturday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM📞 Call In Your Order: (575) 359-0098

08/21/2026

🔥 It’s Friday, Portales! You know what that means. 😎

Drop everything and treat yourself to the legend. We are serving up the absolute best Green Chile Cheeseburger in New Mexico right here at El Rancho Restaurant! Juicy, perfectly melted cheese, and roasted green chile with that kick you crave. Don't fight the craving—come get yours today! 🍔🌶️

👇 Drop a "YUM" in the comments if you're pulling up for lunch or dinner!

⏰Open today: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
📍Location: 101 S. Chicago Ave, Portales, NM
📱Call-in orders: (575) 359-0098

08/20/2026

Thursdays call for comfort food done right! 🥟🔥

Come by El Rancho Restaurant today and treat yourself to our famous stuffed and smothered sopapillas. Loaded up, covered in your favorite red or green chile, and served hot and fresh!

Come hungry, leave happy! ❤️

⏰Open: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
📍Location: 101 S. Chicago Ave, Portales, NM
📱Call in orders: (575) 359-0098

08/19/2026

What is your plan for lunch or dinner tomorrow?

Skip the cooking and treat yourself to the bold, authentic taste of New Mexico right here in town! From hot, savory fajitas and smothered burritos to our fresh, fluffy sopapillas, we have everything you need to make your day delicious.

Come hungry and leave happy!

📍: 101 S. Chicago Ave, Portales, NM
⏰Hours Tomorrow: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
📱Call for To-Go Orders: (575) 359-0098

See you soon!

08/18/2026

Are your Tuesday draggin' you down? Let our red or green chile fix that right up! 🌶️🔥

Come on by El Rancho Restaurant today for some fresh chips and salsa, savory enchiladas, or a piping-hot smothered burrito. Come hungry, leave happy! ❤️

📍 101 S. Chicago Ave, Portales, NM
⏰ Open today from 10:30 AM until 9:00 PM
📞 Call (575) 359-0098 for dine-in or call-in orders

08/14/2026