El Torito in Los Angeles

8855 Tampa Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91324-3520, Los Angeles

Overview

Cuisine
  • Mexican
  • Soutdwestern
  • Latin
  • Spanish
Features
  • Reservations
  • Seating
  • Waitstaff
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Good for
  • Families witd children

Restaurant Hours

Monday

11:00 am

Wednesday

11:00 am

Friday

11:00 am

Sunday

11:00 am

Hello, until what time do you have the Sunday brunch buffet?

They start in the morning at 9 and end at 1 pm

do you sell gift cards at your location?

Yes they do sell gift cards

Can you reserve a table that is more quiet so you can talk ?

Good luck with that.

Today until what time is bronche

Do you mean brunch?

How do I get on the birthday list to get a free Entree

Go to your local EL Torito website and look on the home page for rewards or e-club, then sign up

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Dan Roter
google
11.21.2024
5/5

Still have a fantastic brunch!

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John SCL
google
11.22.2018
2/5

This is my second visit here and as much as I want to give them more stars, I can’t. The food is okay. The drinks are ok. The staff is friendly. The happy hour options are great. The restroom is horrible! This time and the last time. I would expect it from from a gas station in a random city off the freeway but a restaurant...? it’s unexplainable! Please keep your restrooms clean, it only makes me wonder what the kitchen looks like.

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Garry Aizin
google
11.11.2018
5/5

Love the caramel banana dessert

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Rebecca Raaf
google
10.26.2018
5/5

Such good brunch. We drive 25 minutes to get here because it's worth it! I love the wide selection. The servers always make sure your mimosa is full! Just look out for seat snaggers. We got out table jacked while we were filling our plates. The manager took care of the situation very efficiently!

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Jay Mark
google
10.19.2018
5/5

I had never been to El Torito until today. My girlfriend And I decided to check it out! We had to $50 valentine special. The food was very very delicious and our server Miguel gave exceptional service. Table touching to see if the food was good and refilling our drinks before we finished them. We will definitely be coming back to El Torito.

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Krystal Eubanks
google
09.27.2018
4/5

The street corn was disgusting. They took it off the bill tho. Drinks were good

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pizzalovur 11
google
08.11.2018
5/5

El Torito was giving free meals today for kids under the age of 12, and it's very touching how a business can think of others instead of themselves first, because in these tough times it is hard for many people to be able to afford meals for their kids at home. Thank you so much for your kindness, God Bless you.

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Ralph Garcia
google
06.25.2018
3/5

We like to go for Sunday brunch and all tho the food deserves a 5 star.The service should be a 2 so compromise.(Our server was horrible)

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Christian Hunsberger
google
05.19.2018
4/5

I came here with my homies for a skateboarding contest for some food. The decor and setting is perfectly what I imagine a Mexican themed restaurant to be. To start off, we had chips and salsa and the waiter was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Shrimp, chicken and steak fajitas combo with pleasure and they light it on fire right in front; of you a nice little touch if you ask me. The prices aren't too bad at all, I paid $21.99 for the ultimate fajita meal and the salsa was great. 4 stars for sure.

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Katherine Serrano
google
04.20.2018
2/5

Had one of the worst experiences! My boyfriend have been wanting to eat here for a while for the first time until we decided recently to come here to eat the waiter that assisted us first sat us down and completely forgot about us! We waited for more than an hour just for a completely different waiter to ask us if we've been served yet and obviously not so he served us and the food wasn't even good for the amount of time that we waited.. not only that but the waiter that forgot about us served a group of cops that were right in front of us!!! and didn't even have the audacity to apologize for completely forgetting about serving us... Never coming here again!! I rather go to Chick-fil-A next time

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Frederick Pickens
google
04.19.2018
5/5

We came to this place for dinner. my friend recommended this spot. Well, it was very nice. The staff members welcomed us with a smile and we felt good. The food was just great. We loved this restaurant a lot and we will visit this place again. Warmly recommended.

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Aurelio Medina
google
04.06.2018
4/5

The brunch is the best! Delicious food, and pretty good service. I like the margaritas

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Dixie Normiss
google
03.11.2018
5/5

The service was very professional. I can see why families like to bring kids here. The interior is so clean and looks like the inside of a theme park restaurant and bar.

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Soca Gal
google
03.10.2018
4/5

Came tonight at 4 pm, for an early dinner with my Dad. No wait, and was greeted nicely and taken to a booth table in the back. Cruz was our waiter. He was nice and very attentive. Chips were warm and salsa had just the right amount of spice. I ordered the shrimp fajitas and Dad had the shrimp/steak fajitas. Tropical ice tea was nice and strong and perfect flavor. The fajitas were a little bland and so were the beans, but otherwise still good. Bathrooms were a mess. Cruz is an excellent waiter and I would ask for his area when I come again, plenty of parking too. Come to this spot over woodland hills any day! They even had happy hour today on Easter.

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Patricia Ayala
google
03.09.2018
4/5

All you can eat lunch was delicious with tacos and enchiladas. Also chile verde and plantains.. Very friendly staff. Outside dining was preferred due to covid but it was nice.

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Wendy Hagenson
google
11.26.2017
3/5

The food hasn't been thst good lately usually I love their food but something has changed The lttle corn bread was not cooked, the rice was more like Chinese rice, the enchiladas were good

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richard martinez
google
11.10.2017
5/5

Great food great service great price.

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Mara Netzel
google
11.07.2017
5/5

We've been coming to this restaurant for quite a long time. They have the best happy hour and the food is delicious. The service has been great and the prices are reasonable. Keep in mind, come hungry, the plates are not small.

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Terry Tulak
google
10.16.2017
2/5

We were on the west side of the valley so we decided to try this old Family Restaurant unfortunately for us this food was subpar. Everything tasted the same nothing was very flavorful the presentation was the same as it was 20 years ago. I don't know if our taste has become more sophisticated or this is just lackluster food but we're going to move on from this restaurant to the places that we found that are so much better. If you're just looking for a taco or enchilada that's medium of the road this is your place. Lots of parking. Restaurant was clean. Waiter was helpful.

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Letty Greens
google
10.05.2017
4/5

Great food. Service was A LITTLE SLOW, but I want to think it's because of all the new restrictions. Hopefully it will get back to normal when I didn't have to chase down a server to get a drink. But good overall.

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Jacks
google
08.23.2017
5/5

Great customer service, excellent drinks and appetizers.

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Pedro Romirez
google
07.07.2017
5/5

Good service 🙂👨‍🍳

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Mishi Do
google
05.05.2017
4/5

The good: 1. the food and our waiter were awesome. 2. The manager seemed to care about complaints. 3. I did not get sick after I ate here.The bad: 1. A waitress that was walking around cleaning tables was very rude to me and my guests. 2. The portions could have been larger, considering their prices. 3. The resting room is very cramped and does not have sufficient stalls.

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Sheldon Munyard
google
04.06.2017
3/5

Great food but unfortunately service from the wait staff leaves a lot to be desired

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Antonio Beane
google
03.22.2017
5/5

This place is getting better and better. They added more stuff on the menu. Delicious things. Their brunch is good, but they increased their prices!

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Christine Hatada
google
03.18.2017
5/5

Very warm and welcoming. Great food also!

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Dwight Morrow
google
03.17.2017
4/5

Food & drinks were great!

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M Perez
google
03.12.2017
5/5

I love it coming from Connecticut I would love to come back and enjoy more food

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Laura Choo
google
03.02.2017
4/5

Their salsa is delicious. The Sunday buffet has so many delicious options. I love the tortilla soup. Their green salad dressing is great. The only reason I took away a star was because service can be hit or miss.

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Lori B.
google
02.24.2017
5/5

My friend and I had delicious Caesar salad/tortilla soup combo.Stuffed, and yum!Great service.Happy, happy.

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consuelo ayon
google
02.20.2017
3/5

El Torito Waiting has always been my favorite. The wait was never long , but this visit wait time was exaggeratingly long. I estimated that it was due to the outside patio setting. On a positive note el Sr Miguel reencompensated with his attentiveness and hospitality. I was overall content!

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Ana Santos
google
02.03.2017
3/5

Staff is really nice, the food we order wasn't that good though. The fiesta platter not recommended. Drinks in the other hand were delicious

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Tim Laren
google
01.25.2017
5/5

Very good. We have not been in a while and we really enjoyed everything. Ate in the patio where tables were adequately spaced, staff all wearing masks and many also face shields. Margaritas were very good.

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Maricarmen Ortiz
google
01.13.2017
5/5

Nice place for Mexican Food, clean, specials , drinks, prices over average , good to go with your couple to celebrate , nice place to make celebrations with your co workers, parking, bathrooms

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Rosie Martinez
google
01.09.2017
5/5

Delicious, yummy, and all around nice experience, a bit pricey, but definitely worth the price 😋

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Yvonee Fernandez
google
11.08.2016
5/5

Great service by Eraso Cruz he did great we were a big table but he managed it all and gave us excellent service with a positive attitude

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Ana Medina
google
11.03.2016
5/5

The service was absolutely fantastic our waiter jose was great the food as well i love the new parking patio they did with the tent made it feel fresh even though its hot outside it felt very cool inside the tent will be returning thank you.

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Stan Berson
google
10.24.2016
4/5

Outdoor seating with portable A/C. Excellent service. Yummy Fiesta Platter and Cadillac Margi's!!!

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iatziry medina
google
09.11.2016
5/5

Went today for brunch, Love their food and the customer service from all the staff. I believe was manager Alex he was very professional and curtious to my whole family. Will be going back soon

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Eva Rosenberg
google
09.10.2016
5/5

Saturday late brunch buffet. They weren't busy. This time, the tortilla chips were much better than the last time. Thin and crisp. They didn't have the waffles my husband liked so much last time. When I asked the waiter, he waved at the omelet chef across the room and signaled how many waffles to make. We got fresh waffles...and all the fixings. Chili Colorado is really a good stew. And their salad fixings, with pepitas and colorful tortilla strips and their special green dressing. Excellent. The only flaw, they don't have crispy tacos. I love the crispy tacos that are on their regular menu. Service is always good.

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Maria Borges
google
09.01.2016
5/5

Had our first quarantine date night and we had Juan A as a server and I will say he was one of the best servers I’ve had. Very attentive and didn’t forget anything in the order. Will come back Definitely and hopefully get him again. The restaurant was very clean and adhered to social distancing and every table the was done with the service was cleaned in what looked like a 2 step process. Kudos!

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Jingmao Chi
google
08.11.2016
4/5

We ordered the Muscle Combo and Sizzling Combo. The food was delicious and the size was HUGE. Only down side is the the serving time is kind of long.

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Brijen Patel
google
07.11.2016
4/5

Good Mexican restaurant located in a bustling shopping centre. Been a mainstay of the Valley for several decades. Has solid enchiladas, ice cream dessert, and spacious Mexican-inspired interior. Friendly staff + good service

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D. Alexander
google
07.05.2016
5/5

I had a really nice time in El torito, waiter was very friendly and there was plenty of space between the tables.

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Laura Gulizia
google
07.03.2016
1/5

My family ordered to go orders and the food was cold....so cold the cheese wasn't even melted. The enchiladas I ordered had no flavor and I ended up giving my food to my dog. My husband ordered the street tacos and the carnitas tasted like old meat. We were so disappointed. Taco Bell tastes better than this food and their food is always hot to order.

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Divina
google
06.17.2016
3/5

The place, the food & the associates are good. Our server is good. Their Grande Fiesta Platter have good selections of finger food in it especially the flautas. Our only disappointment is that our margarita is not really a margarita but just a Mango juice. There's hardly any tequila on it & too much blended ice that when it melted as we ate & talk, the more it becomes a Mango juice. Maybe that's how they make it for their Happy Hour, because they priced it cheaper. But even though...not good.

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Edgar Gonzalez
google
05.12.2016
4/5

Great service and great food!

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Steph P.
google
05.02.2016
4/5

I haven't been to an El Torito is years...like years. But it was good food and flavors yummm. We went for my bday and they crew sang happy bday and also brought out flan. $3 margaritas and $5 Cadillac during happy hour 🍹

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MARCUS LEE
google
03.02.2016
5/5

El Torito is from mnow on my favorite restaurant,Taco Tuesday All you can eat is the best in California!! Huber was our guardian angel today,thanks to him our experience was unforgettable. Thank you Huber!!

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Berj Bedrosian
google
02.27.2016
3/5

Not like it used to be. But considering the hypocritical modifications they're doing their best to survive.

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