Food was hot and delicious. The service was top notch I never once needed to ask for anything because my waiter was so on top of things, he could read my mind. The ambiance was clean and pleasant. I will definitely be back! read more

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This is great So-Cal style Mexican food. If you like mole, you should definitely order a mole dish such as the burrito con mole. Their mole is fantastically rich and flavorful. In terms of margaritas, they're "okay." However, regular patrons (or good tippers?) tend to be served very strong drinks, so pace yourself! Finally, if you like ranch salad dressing, theirs is outstanding. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Dining area. - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

Just picked up a side of rice and some salsa. El Toreo has had delicious rice for as long as I can remember. The rice today was not the same. It was a bit on the mushy side and flavorless. If they have changed the recipe please go back to the original recipe. read more

The restaurant sign outside was completely dark at night and the windows are covered so it was difficult to discern from driving by to know if the restaurant was even open. Upon entering, we were directed to the side with a large L-shaped comfortable leather couch to wait for seating. After waiting approximately 10 minutes, we were seated. It was the fastest service I have ever seen in terms of getting our drink orders, getting salsa and chips, getting our drinks, and getting our main course. Two salsas were provided complimentary. One was a nice slightly sweet flavor and so mild as to be considered not spicy. The other was what we tend to call a "builder." It seemed mild in spice level but just kept inching along in burning sensation. Not very spicy but did build so more surprising. The chips were quite inconsistent in texture from thin and crispy to stale and bland. We had ordered a soda and an iced tea and my husband joked that the sizable mugs were akin to us drinking liters of beverage. Both entrees ordered came with the option of iceberg lettuce salad or meatball soup. We both opted for the soup. The meatball soup was a watery tomato-flavored soup with onions, celery and carrots with 2 medium-sized meatballs. The meatballs had a good texture in terms of density. It was a nice flavor. We didn't have to wait long for our entrees to present. Our eyes popped out of our heads when we saw the immense portions. The entire elongated plate was piled with food. We knew that part of the entrees, if not most of it, was definitely coming home in to-go boxes. My husband ordered the carnitas plate which included sides of rice, beans and a semi-pico de gallo-ish salad. I ordered the single portion of steak fajitas with flour tortilla which included the sides of rice, beans, and a surprisingly equal size portion of guacamole as the other sides. Although the portion sizes were significant, the flavors had us more reserved in response. The carnitas was dry and slightly overcooked. The sides of rice and the beans were a bit bland. The fajitas had small portions of vegetables with it and was doused in a tomato-paste sauce. I would compare it to a thickened fajita tomato-soup. The overwhelmingly tomato paste flavor was a bit too salty and I couldn't taste the steak or the vegetables at all. I ate one bite and couldn't eat any more of it. The guacamole was a tad sour and my husband thought that something was spoiled in it. I found some bites of the guacamole as acceptable and some bites were sour. The redeeming part of my entree was the flour tortilla. It was light and tasty with a nice consistency closer to that of a crepe. Although the service was impeccable and portions were immense, we would not patron the restaurant again. Visit again: NO read more

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I like the way the food taste and they have a pretty good to go family special that feeds 4.

VERRY GOOD! Love when a Mexican spot hits! Great flavors, great portions, seems like most things made from scratch! Hot chips, good salsa flavor. Got enchiladas with refried beans and ranchers sauced omelet (don't rename of omelet) with whole beans. Red sauce on enchilada was bold and yummy. Omelet had a lot of avocado. Both types of beans very good and flavorful. Only thing to consider is that they do use a lard to cook in so if it's fried, it's fried with lard. This includes the chips. The whole beans were not fried with lard. Nothing bad to say about that other than if you don't want lard order the whole beans and don't eat the chips. Very cute ambience, very friendly and knowledgeable staff, good service. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

Some fine burritos are served here. All foods are abundant and good . Nobody will be disappointed. read more

Food is delicious and fresh tasting. Services is always great! We pick up to go this time.

Went last night and was so happy we did! So authentic and delicious! We were welcomed in, had a short wait before we were escorted to our table. The food was fabulous and the service was outstanding! I would not hesitate to recommend this spot! read more

Oh my God, you have to try this place every time I look for a Mexican restaurant. I want to try something different. I end up going back to El Torito. The food is just that good. read more

This was one of our favorite go to restaurants, however, after visiting yesterday we could no longer recommend this place, the staff is always on point and the service is always good but the food they served me almost killed me, I started throwing up a couple hours after getting home and ended up having the worst night of my life, I literally almost died, my wife and son went into panic mode. I was up all night because I constantly had to throw up and use the bathroom, it was a real terrifying experience. It's now about 24 hours in and thankfully I'm starting to feel a bit better but still in bed and totally drained. My wife is suggesting that as precaution I should go to the hospital, I may have to go depending on how I feel in the next few hours. Now, I'm 100 percent sure that it is their food because it is the only food I ate outside of my daily morning oatmeal. I'm writing this review only because I want this restaurant to be more responsible and serve their customers fresh food. They are closed today but I will call them tomorrow and let them know about my experience, again I'm not looking for a free meal because I'm sure I will not be going back, I just want them to step up their quality control and serve customers with quality food and not put their life on the line. read more

The food was good an okay price the first basket of chips were old but the second basket was good and hot

Food is very fresh! The corn tortillas in the enchiladas suizas melted in my mouth. So Good! I like spicy so i got it with the spicy green sauce instead of the regular sauce and it did not disappoint!! Nice kick to it! Yummy! The food here is always good, i really like the shredded beef tacos, and the salsa. Best Mexican American food in So Cal Five Stars read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Enchiladas Suizas with Spicy Green Sauce! A Must Try for all the spice heads out there!! - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the customer service was truly exceptional. The space where we sat struck the perfect balance: open and comfortable, and private.Everyone was attentive to our needs. The food was absolutely delicious, and they were truly generous with the alcohol. Every interaction made us feel welcomed. The customer service is outstanding. Truly worth visiting. read more

Hands down my FAVORITE place for Mexican in the AV!! This place always delivers on the important stuff that every restaurant should be focused on. 1) The service is top notch! The staff here is on it! They work hard and never miss a beat. They're fast and efficient and courteous to the customer. 2) The food and drinks are always a hit. I don't think I've ever been here and not been happy with whatever I've ordered to eat or drink. Margaritas are on point and super strong and the food is always hot and fresh. Whoever is working in the kitchen is on top of their stuff because we've never waited too long for food even when the place is packed! 3) The place, always looks clean and kept up. These things are always at the top of my list for a good dining experience and these guys always have us leaving happy. If you have yet to be here, do yourself a favor friends and go. You won't be disappointed read more

This is the second location in the chain we have visited. Great food and service as was the first. Love the feel of the place.

Food service and ambiance was amazing.great portions My tostada was loaded with beef.

The 6-item special for the family is perfect to go. I highly recommend it! It's a great deal and always so delicious: beef tacos, cheese enchiladas, and a chili relleno. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Worth it - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

Wow, what can I say AMAZING service and amazing food. Portions were huge. Food was on point. This place is a must visit. Our waiter was Raul. My glass never runeth dry. He constantly offered more chips and salsa, the place was nice and clean. And food came out piping hot! If you have the time for a sit down, COME HERE! I am impressed. read more

We love this place! Friendly staff. They remember you and service is quick but never rushed. The food is consistent and tasty.

I have been going to El Toreo (previous Palmdale Blvd location), since I was a kid. It is an old school Mexican restaurant and a hometown favorite. Anything you order is delicious and the salsa is spicy and on point. It will not disappoint. read more

I came here for lunch for the first time today. The staff was friendly enough, but they are rehiring employees that were out of work for some months, and brand new servers. Needless to say, it's a mixture in terms of the quality of service in the restaurant. The quality of presentation could have been better- especially with the side of guacamole. It looked like a baby threw up on my plate. The portions are quite large, so two people could easily share a dinner plate. The salsa was good, but the guacamole tasted store bought. I couldn't help but notice how many people were drinking margaritas in the middle of the day. read more

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Service was great hostess was helpful and kind , ambiance was ok , food was not my cup of tea a little to bland for my liking , I got the chicken enchiladas rancheras and the chicken mole enchilada a bit spicy . read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Enchiladas rancheras - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

My favorite is the crunchy tacos! Never disappoints and makes the belly feel good. The people are always nice Ana service is quick.

First time I had been there in years, but won't be going back. My tostado was more beans and lettuce than meat. I had to dig deep to find the meat. I had a margarita, regular size, not large, it was $14.50! I was shocked, it wasn't even a good one. Cheap tequila and a too limey mix, not made from scratch. How they justify charging that much for a margarita is absurd. To make it worse the couple next to us just let their two kids yell and squeal the entire time! Parents today believe in letting their kids behave any way they want in a restaurant, and they grow up being brats with no manners just like the parents. read more

This is still one of my favorite restaurants. The Enchiladas Suizas are so flavorful and spicy, and you can never go wrong with a combination plate. The food comes out hot and travels well. The hard shell tacos are filling, and I could probably eat a plate of nothing but carnitas and still be happy. Whenever I go in to eat, the service is also fantastic. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Takeout Specials - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

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I have visited this restaurant many times and the foods always been OK not Grate, my friend and I go mostly for the drinks that's why we go back, on my last visit the waiter tries to be friendly and make conversation, but every time he complains about having too much work and how he is in pain When it's time to order my friend has no problem but, no matter what I order even a simple chicken burrito he ask what kind? and he does not explain the difference and makes me feel stupid. This happens every time he waits on me no matter what I order HE TRIES TO MAKE IT OVER COMPLICATED and none of the other waiters do that to me. On my last visit he served my burrito cold and soggy it was disgusting I cut it open and looked for the chicken and it just had a couple of pieces, The waiter came over, he just picked it up without saying a word as if he knew I would not want to eat it he took it away, I only had a couple of bits and spit out the third. I was charged for it anyway. I should have complained when I was there, Even the drinks were weak I will never retune to this place. save your money. I see the grate reviews they must be fake read more

Call ahead for takeout orders. The staff is on top of things. The food is great. Will definitely go back again.

Raul and his crew never disappoint! Except on Sunday... LOL. Enjoy your family day! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is welcoming. read more

Love this place! Food is always excellent! Great spot to have a margarita and authentic Mexican food. Service is great as well.

This place has very delicious food, the staff is friendly and very attentive when arriving. I ordered several delicious plates and before serving you they bring you chips and salsa which are bomb. They were on top of your drinks and checked in on you from time to time. I would definitely come here on an empty stomach. read more

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Looking for a between soccer game place for lunch. The place was packed for lunch Sunday at noon. Slight 5 minute wait for our small party of three for a nice booth in the back. Chips and Salsa were quickly served. We got the Carne Asada Burrito and Carnitas Nachos to share. Nice portions that were large enough to share and have leftovers (son couldn't fill up too much before his next game). Good Food. Good Value. Plenty of parking. Restrooms were clean. My only thing to note for people from soccer tournaments is that food may take a while to come out and you may feel anxious to get your kids back on the field in time. So know your time limits and plan accordingly. Would I go back. Yes! My son says the Carnitas Nacho was one of the best he's had. Difficult for me to stop him from devouring the whole thing. He has some restraints and knew to keep it to only half. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Nacho Mexican with Carnitas - YUM - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

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Took my mom here for her birthday. Raul took care of us. He was attentive, helpful, and made sure we always had fresh chips, salsa, and water. My mom thoroughly enjoyed the food, service, and birthday song. We left with more than enough food for leftovers. Great service from Raul and reasonable prices read more

Good place to Dine, Service and food was great , there wasn't too long of wait , Good environment

The ambience is always easygoing and relaxing. Service is 10+ Great food, portions are huge, and you'll enjoy it for later or tomorrow! We love going for Birthday's, Anniversaries and just because! You will leave with a huge smile on your face, and well fed!! read more

Other than the cowboy fan Raul lol J/K place is great Alex and Roxy (I can call her that I know her from her far west days) food and service is always top notch read more

Came into this location with my family for brunch, they don't have the buffet here so we ended up with lunch. Service would of been better if our waiter was prepared for a big party. He said he needed more tickets to write down our order and never came back, he ended up helping other customers when we were already ready to order. Someone else came over and took our drink order, and that took a while to receive our water and soda. Our waiter finally came back and took our food order. Food came out, I got shrimp tacos. I wasn't impressed, it was very bland no flavor. Rice was overdone. Overall, don't come in as a big party, I honestly wanted to leave with how poor service was at the beginning. I probably should have as the food wasn't all that great. read more

El Toreo West L-10 - Shrimp tacos - Mexican Near Me - Lancaster, California

The food is delicious. I ordered the taco plate. It was seasoned good and they give you a lot of food too!

Great food and great service. Old school feeling and great food. I will be coming back again.

I hate to say it but I ordered enchiladas to go and I swear the beef had been frozen and was still cold. I had to dump the tasteless, cold beef and use some chicken I had left over. The entire meal was just not good. I had been wanting some enchiladas so bad and it was such a disappointment. But when I went in, it was packed. So maybe it was just a bad day. read more