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I don't know whose idea it was to surround the entrance with huge cases of pastels, galletas, and pan dulce, but it works on me every time. Try to resist getting dessert first (but don't forget to save room). It's a good idea to just put your blinders on for now and make a beeline to the Aguas Frescas - they've got the best selection around. All are delicious, but my favorites have to be sandia, melón, or piña. (BTW - you can get a medium (20 oz) for one dollar on Wednesdays!)
Once you've got your beverage, its time for the really difficult decision. The good news is that you can't make a bad choice, but that doesn't make it any easier. The carne asada tacos, chile rellenos, and gorditas are great, but the torta is the best. Try the carnitas torta - it is absolutely divine and ginormous. Don't forget to pick up a few roasted jalapeños at the salsa bar for a smokey, spicy kick. Its one of those meals that you get and think there is no possible way you could finish it, but then you probably finish it anyway. You're better off trying to save half for second lunch so you can get another treat on the way out, because you still have to head back through the pastry gauntlet for dessert.
Again, no bad options. The churros are fresh, the empanadas are amazing in any flavor, and the orejas dipped in chocolate are actually too big to finish on your own. That's okay though, I'm always up for the challenge.
Oh, and since this is a grocery store, enjoy a little shopping while you're there. (As long as you're not in a hurry - everything takes a little longer at Ranch Market.) I pretty much stick to the perimiter - fresh tortillas & chips, quesos, and the largest selection of salchichas I've ever seen are a few highlights.
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