Recent social media posts
06/27/2026
Thank you Mayor Robert Pequeno and for making us business of the month! June was the hardest challenge for our little family restaurant with a 10 day closure due to a unforeseen plumbing issue. But with the support of our fellow business, the city, and the amazing customers and community we have, we are able to still be here and stand here and receive this award. Thank you everyone who has come out to dine with us and reposted us and prayed for us. We appreciate you more than you know! Thank you Lake Forest! Thank you OC! We love you!
Sincerely,
Nathalie Avila Ruttkay & the Avila’s Lake Forest staff
06/23/2026
Thank you Lake Forest! Thank you to all our customers who came out to support us the past few days! We love you!
06/20/2026
join us for brunch every Saturday and Sunday 10 AM to 3 PM! Featuring our new menu items: churro waffles, the Greek yogurt sunrise bowl, and now we are featuring our Summer Margarita sampler flight! We’re back in action so come and join us this weekend and everyday here after !
06/20/2026
We’re officially open! Mayor Robert Pequeno stopped by to show his support. We couldn’t be more thankful for him and for the city of Lake Forest and all they have done to help us through this hard time. Shout out to Bru Grill for showing us love and support too! We won’t survive without the help of the Lake Forest community and we are so grateful for every customer that dines with us after these 10 days of unprecedented closure. The team here at Avila’s Lake Forest loves you! -Nathalie
06/19/2026
SPREAD THE WORD!!! After 10 days of closure for unforeseen plumbing issues, our Lake Forest location is now reopening! Please come and join us and celebrate! We need your support. Our staff and location has taken a huge hit and the losses have been devastating for everyone. All we need is our customers to come back and dine with us and order your favorite dishes and drinks. Thank you for all the prayers and well wishes and encouragement! It means the world to us! We hope to see all of your smiling faces very tomorrow! We open at 11am! See you then!
🩷Nathalie Avila Ruttkay
06/16/2026
Thoughts and prayers for our team and our location. Prayers over these city officials and inspectors and these plumbers. This was so out of our control and turned into a devastating situation. We need your kind words to lift us up and keep us going. We will need your support when we reopen. This has been so hard. Thank you and we love you all- Nathalie
06/13/2026
Update on our temporary closure due to unforeseen plumbing Repair from the owner Nathalie Avila Ruttkay.
We apologize for the inconvenience and we can’t wait to see you all very soon! We will keep sharing updates here and on instagram! .lake.forest
05/11/2026
Our building has been long over due for some much needed TLC. We will return to normal hours of operation this Thursday. Thank you for your patience during this time. We can’t wait to get back in and serve you and see all your friendly faces again soon.
Sincerely,
Nathalie Avila and the Lake Forest team
Address
24406 Muirlands Boulevard
Lake Forest, CA
92630
To get to the location on Muirlands Boulevard in Lake Forest, you can take public transportation by taking the bus and getting off at the nearest stop. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can park your car in the nearby parking lot or on the street.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 8:30pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 8:30pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 8:30pm |
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What people say
Mexican restaurants are known for their vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and refreshing drinks. Avila's El Ranchito Lake Forest is no exception to this rule. This family-owned restaurant has been serving up authentic Mexican cuisine since 1966, and their Lake Forest location is a must-visit for anyone in the area.
What sets Avila's El Ranchito apart from other Mexican restaurants is their commitment to using only the freshest ingredients in their dishes. From the Grande Burritos to the mouth-watering Margaritas, every item on the menu is made with care and attention to detail.
But it's not just the food that makes Avila's El Ranchito so special - it's also the atmosphere. The restaurant has a fun and lively vibe that makes it perfect for a night out with friends or a family dinner. And with community involvement being such an important part of their mission, you can feel good about supporting a local business that gives back to its community.
If you're looking for an authentic Mexican dining experience in Lake Forest, look no further than Avila's El Ranchito. With delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder why locals love this restaurant so much. So stop by today and see what all the fuss is about!
