Viva México: Gorditas La Rancherita
I’ve visited countless of times. Really.
Craving for real Mexican food that’s really good? Well, there’s a place for that — Gorditas. Way out OTP. It’s been the only place on my rotation ever since the lovely Ms. Bliss took me there this past winter. Although the place is no longer in business (technically), the menu and the chef have moved to its sister restaurant next door. The food doesn’t taste exactly the same (especially when the original chef isn’t cooking) but it’s still great, nonetheless.
Tacos
Sope
Tostada
Special Burrito
Chilaquiles
Pambazo
Caldo de Res
Molcajete
Quesadilla
Things to note: tortillas are made in-house, fresh, daily. The Sopes are creations of perfection. Get the chicken. The Tostada is a close cousin to the sope and only differs in texture. The Special Burrito is topped with warm, gooey, creamy cheese (dip). The cabeza (head) and tripa (tripe) are both stellar, both seasoned very well with the cabeza being fork-tender and the tripe being very crunchy. Get it on tacos and burritos. The Chilaquiles are the best in town. Choose the red salsa. The Pambazo is a monstrous dish. The Caldo de Res (beef soup) is so hearty, perfect for a rainy day. The Molcajete (the kitchen sink) includes a variety of grilled meats (chicken, shrimp, chorizo, beef, pork), good enough for two, and a great way to try a bunch of different things. The Quesadilla isn’t your run-of-the-mill version with its housemade toasted tortilla.
Guess how many times I’ve been there? This much.
Gorditas La Rancherita
2055 Beaver Ruin Rd
Norcross, GA 30071
(678) 206-0107
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6 responses so far ↓
1 Nanette // Jul 26, 2010 at 3:46 pm
How is Norcross considered “Way out OTP”?? This is a very short drive outside the perimeter! Have you heard of Buford? Suwanee? Lawrenceville? If you’re limiting your exposure to within 5 miles of the perimeter, you’re missing out on a lot!
2 Chloe // Jul 26, 2010 at 5:18 pm
Seriously, Nanette? You didn’t notice I have over 100 posts on places OTP? I am the Queen of OTP — just in case you missed it
3 Jim // Jul 27, 2010 at 1:44 am
That looks so delicious… 85 is so convenient, yet I am so lazy…
I suppose I’ll go this weekend.
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5 EB // Aug 6, 2010 at 12:07 pm
OK so I am confused…is the Gordita’s space still open? Do I now have to go next door to get my gordita and mole fix?
6 Angelina // Aug 9, 2010 at 4:09 pm
I’m eating a frozen Mexican entree for lunch right now at work. That looks soooo much better.
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