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    El Torero Mexican Restaurant & Grill

    4.1 (82 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    EL TORERO MEXICAN RESTAURANT & GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Robert K.

    We haven't eaten there in years. maybe not the same owners. the other mexican style restaurants in the area have not maintained my food taste or service. Today was pleasantly surprise and very good. Service was slow, 2 people working the floor and they had a good saturday lunch crowd. all of the food tasted good, hot, and fresh. From the frozen margaritas regular and 4 berry, the handmade quacamole, chorizo cheese dip. 3 lingua tacos, and beef fajita baked potato tasted real good. we will come back. the owners were working the floor and have great attitudes and are kind. Colorful and clean atmosphere. there is a lot less noise in the restaurant. they will not substitute items like black bean soup in lieu of refried beans and rice

    current menu!    Lots to choose from!

    really good food! service was excellent! small cozy feel and has full bar.! This was my first time here, but won't be my last!

    Margarita on the Rocks and complimentary chips and salsa.
    Joetta L.

    This was a fabulous discovery! My fajitas came out sizzling and scrumptious. Jose's did not steer me wrong, and it was mucho bueno!

    Robert H.

    This place is a little confusing to find as it says Mexican grill on the outside sign. Once you park though, you will see that the sign is on the door. We were greeted by the friendly cashier when we walked in. Our waiter could not have been nicer to us as well. They were so fast to take care of us as well. I went with a combination as I couldn't decide what to order. You can pick just about any Mexican entrees to have that you like with a pick your own combination. Everything was outstanding and very hot and fresh. We also enjoyed the margarita that had a good mixture of everything. I would definitely recommend trying this place out if you haven't yet.

    Jennifer N.

    Tried El Torero for the first time today. Our server was great and I love his live energy. It's in the same shopping center as Osaka near Mugshots and the movie theater on Lakeland. It just says "Mexican Grill" outside. Taco Tuesday is $0.99 each. My Coworker and I ordered the Lunch Special #1. I opted for the regular chili relleno that had the meat and she chose the poblano which is cheese only. The queso was good but watery at first so you have to let it cool and thicken up some. Guacamole salad was fresh tasting and it appeared to have some cheese in it. The unsweetened tea was delicious.,it tasted like tea..if you know what I mean. The chips were nothing to rave about and they weren't warm if you like warm chips. Salsa was good but not Omg-good. Pico de Gallo needed a tad more tomatoes. I didn't really like my regular chili relleno. I thought the meat tasted funny but my coworker said that's just a different flavor it took on. I think I'll try the poblano next time. The tacos had a ton of cheese and the meat was very flavorful. Service was fast and easy to check out. The ticket isn't itemized by specific items..just the amounts printed out on register paper so make sure you figure out what's what before you pay.

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    Gilbert S.

    Mmm good . Great food can get in an out No wait , staff is great we love to eat here a lot .

    Frozen margarita
    Amy R.

    First time trying this place and it was really, really good! The margarita was way better than most Mexican restaurants. The chips and salsa were also good. The fajitas came out sizzling hot. On the side plate with the fajitas was an amazing mix of pico with fresh cilantro. It was truly an amazing delicious Accompaniment to my fajitas. The negatives? I would have liked some tomato in my fajitas besides just onion and peppers (personal choice). The fajitas were cooked well with some of the peppers and onions charred, I love this. Service was a little on the slow side. They were busy and didn't seem to have enough help. I will be back for sure!

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    5 months ago

    Very good mom and pop mexican restaurant. Food is always fast and fresh. Service is great. Our go to for local mexican food.

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    Food was very good all the people very friendly iced mugs for your beer wasn't that expensive

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    Food is good. The bar is not that special. Has no cantina feel. Just a bar top with no patrons. Margaritas were okay. Not the best.

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    About as good as Mexican food gets this side of the Mississippi River. Great service and great eats.

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    Delicious. I have had a few different dishes, all have been excellent. Love the chicken tortilla soup.

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    5 years ago

    This is my favorite Mexican Restaurant!!! Hands down the best in the area! Always pleasant atmosphere and the wait staff is exceptional!!!!

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