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Best Mexican Food in Rita Ranch Tucson

Where Tucson Comes for Authentic Mexican Plates and More
Welcome to El Coronado🌮

Welcome to El Coronado🌮

El Coronado is the place where Tucson locals and visitors come together to enjoy classic Mexican food in a relaxed setting. Located at 7385 S Houghton Rd #127, our restaurant offers fresh, flavorful dishes made fresh every day in our kitchen. From sizzling fajitas to cheesy enchiladas, from street-style tacos to hearty burritos, every plate is prepared to order. Whether you’re dining in, ordering for pickup, or having your meal delivered, El Coronado is ready to serve you.

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A Menu for Every Appetite🥗

A Menu for Every Appetite🥗

Our all-day cantina-style menu means you can enjoy your favorite Mexican dishes whenever you’re hungry. We prepare every meal fresh daily, so your food is always full of flavor. Fajitas come sizzling hot, enchiladas are layered with sauce and cheese, tacos are packed with fresh fillings, and burritos are hearty and filling. Our kitchen also makes burgers that pair perfectly with fries or side salad. With a full bar and a list of weekly specials, there’s always something new to try.
Make Lunch the Best Part of Your Day🍽️

Make Lunch the Best Part of Your Day🍽️

Step away from your routine and enjoy lunch at El Coronado. From tacos to burritos and everything in between, we’ve got something for everyone. Lunch Hours: Monday to Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Your Favorite Plates, Delivered

Skip the wait and enjoy your favorites from El Coronado at home. Order online for fast pickup or delivery and get sizzling fajitas, tacos, burritos, and more brought right to you.
Weekday Happy Hour Specials

Weekday Happy Hour Specials

Unwind after work with our Happy Hour, every weekday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM! Enjoy refreshing draft beers and house margaritas on the rocks at special prices. Available now through November—cheers to good times!

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Enjoy, Relax, and Stay a While🍹

Enjoy, Relax, and Stay a While🍹

Our space is casual and welcoming, with plenty of room for families, couples, and friends to enjoy a meal together. If you like fresh air with your food, we have outdoor seating where you can take in the Tucson sunshine. Inside, our full-service dining area is perfect for enjoying a meal without feeling rushed. We’re a family-friendly restaurant, so kids are always welcome. Our team works hard to make sure you feel at home from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave.
Bring El Coronado to Your Next Event🎉

Bring El Coronado to Your Next Event🎉

From small family get-togethers to large celebrations, El Coronado makes catering easy. Our menu offers something for everyone – fajitas, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and more – all made from scratch every day. We’ll help you plan portions and have everything ready on time for a smooth, enjoyable event.

Had a great experience here for a birthday and would definitely return. We were seated right away, drinks arrived within minutes, and service was attentive throughout. The Big Daddy Burrito was delicious and a great value, as were the cocktails. We’ll definitely be back next time.

Eddy M.

Best Mexican food in Tucson! This family-owned gem has the friendliest service—our server Riley was awesome, friendly, and accommodating. Our chicken enchiladas with rice and beans were delicious and served promptly. The atmosphere was quiet, roomy, and spotless. We can’t wait to return and share this find with friends and family.

Ethan R.

I absolutely love this place! Whenever I visit Tucson from Missouri, it’s one of my first stops—and I make sure to come back at least twice during my trip. The green enchiladas with crema sauce are rich, flavorful, and truly to die for. Every bite reminds me why it’s a must-visit.

Juliette R.

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Happy Hour Food

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Karaoke Nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We’re known for Mexican favorites including Sonoran enchiladas, breakfast burritos, carne asada tacos, and chimichangas in Rita Ranch, Tucson.

  • Latin American Food: Mexican and Latin American favorites range from egg breakfasts and savory soups to tacos, enchiladas, and sweet pastries. Examples include Huevos Rancheros, Albondigas, Sonoran Enchiladas, Specialty Tacos, Empanadas, and Sopapillas.
  • Mexican Food: Sonoran-style enchiladas, chimichangas, chili meat plates, and carne asada tacos bring familiar Mexican flavors to the table. Examples include Sonoran Enchiladas, Chimi, Lunch Red or Green Chili Meat Plate, and Lunch Carne Asada Tacos.
  • Breakfast: Breakfast spans chorizo and eggs, stuffed tortillas, omelettes, and sweet pancakes or French toast. Examples include Chorizo and Eggs, Breakfast Burritos, Stuffed Breakfast Quesadilla, Omelettes, and French Toast or Pancakes.
  • Drinks: Pair your meal with horchata, hibiscus refreshment, Mexican Coke, fruit sodas, or hot coffee and tea. Examples include Horchata, Jamaica, Mexican Coke, Fanta Orange, Coffee, and Hot Tea.
  • Tacos: Taco choices span shrimp, cod, and carne asada, with lunch, dinner, and kid-sized options. Examples include Lunch Shrimp Taco, Lunch Fish Taco (Cod), Lunch Carne Asada Tacos, Dinner Tacos, and Kiddie Taco.

Additionally, explore Lunch, Enchiladas, Burgers, Burritos, Desserts, Soups, Salads, Chicken, Seafood, Dinner, Quesadillas, Tostadas, and Fajitas.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Delivery and Takeout

Where are you located?

We are located in Tucson, AZ at 7385 S Houghton Rd #127

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Rita Ranch, Tucson, Esmond, Houghton South (Formerly Civano), Civano, Vail, Mesquite Ranch, Rincon Valley, and Wilmot.

Our location

Map showing the location of EL CORONADO RESTAURANT on 7385 S Houghton Rd #127 in Tucson
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