Had such a wonderful dining experience tonight, largely thanks to our waitress Ana! She was incredibly attentive and gave us fantastic recommendations. She was so kind and genuinely warm, and you could tell she really cares about making guests feel welcome. I'll definitely be bringing friends and family here soon to share the experience! read more

Great food. Awesome service. Angel took really good care of us and was very attentive. He is cordial and very friendly.

Great spot for a casual Mexican meal Stopped by El Torito and ordered the beef tacos, which were flavorful and satisfying. The beef was well-seasoned, and the tacos made for a simple but tasty meal. The restaurant has a spacious dining area, making it a comfortable place to enjoy lunch or dinner with friends and family. The service was friendly and attentive, and our food came out fairly quickly. Overall, it's a solid spot when you're craving classic Mexican comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere. I'd be happy to come back and try more items from the menu. read more

El Torito - Beef tacos - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Waited over 45 minutes for our food to arrive -- genuinely considered walking out before it even showed up. Once it did, no one checked on us the entire meal. No drink refills, no "how's everything tasting," nothing. When the wait alone should've prompted some kind of acknowledgment, we got zero apology, no comp, no gesture of any kind. And it wasn't just us -- looking around, other tables were clearly struggling too. One table hadn't even gotten their chips and salsa out yet, which is usually the first thing to hit the table. Honestly baffled this place has the rating it does. Service was this checked-out and slow across the board, not just an off night at our table. Won't be back. read more

Excellent birthday fajitas for the hubby. The restaurant wasn't busy, yet the service was slow. I believe the reason being is that our server was also the bartender with little to no help. When other patrons arrived another gentleman, I believe the manager appeared and started assisting. The restaurant is enjoyably clean with positive ambiance. read more

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I am giving a stars because I am disappointed with the changes to the happy hour menu. They removed my favorite appetizer, which was 4 small crunchy tacos. They were delicious! Brought my friend today, and to my surprise, they are no longer on the menu! Draft beers went up in price too. Well, at least the happier hour still goes until 9pm. read more

El Torito - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The Sunday all-you-can eat buffet was worth it. $40 with unlimited mimosas and the food was fresh and hot, sign me up! Went with my friends and they said the mimosas were strong. So no weak drinks here! They got their money's worth. The buffet had made to order omelets and tacos, plenty of desserts including flan and fruit and ice cream, a bunch of ceviche, menudo that was constantly being put out, salad, cheese enchiladas, birria meat, beans, and rice. We went back multiple times, and I love the unlimited non alcoholic drinks such as Jamaica (fresh), Horchata (powder), hot chocolate, coffee, and sodas. We ate ourselves silly and celebrated birthdays and had a great time! read more

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The portions on entrees are massive. It took everything I had to finish the food. I also enjoyed the Sunday brunch so that I can try a bit of everything. When they are busy, it is hard to get a hold of any of the staff. They also don't tell you everything you need to know like what to do if you want to partake in Taco Tuesday. I didn't know that it's just for a certain part of the restaurant, not everyone. Staff also didn't inform my party that Happy Hour is just at the bar, not the rest of the restaurant read more

El Torito - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came here for happy hour but was told there is no more happy hour food menu. There's still some drinks. Got the mango margarita but they didn't even salt the rim. So that was a disappointment. Then since there is no happy hour food we had to order from the menu and for the price for the food, not worth it. Definitely overpriced. Service was lackluster. We just wanted to finish our food so as not to waste and leave. Bring back the old happy hour. read more

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Went here to eat the buffet today was very disappointing. The food was old maybe just warmed up not fresh We had a party of 4 payed $182.00 for garbage Then I witnessed a cook pouring some meat she just cooked over the old meat what! nasty half that food I would not even touch just do to the saefty handling Then our stomachs have been gassy and hurting all day after the meal and I did not like how you pay after the meal you charge a buffet prior to eating not sticker shock customers for non fresh food with a bill of $182 maybe we dont want to pay that price for old warmed up food bacon was also so raw nasty dont waste your time one bit eating here and so disrespectful as well. It also states online $30 a person just beware they are taking advantage by saying eat first we will smack a bill after you eat that's horrible.and everything should be self served I dont like people going in back offices in a buffet to make or get my drink in a buffet very sneaky this restaurant. Also the mimosas my family had the glasses were so small like kid glasses rip off.. Beware. Just horrible. read more

El Torito - Says $30 a person although its false advertisement. Its $40 after you eat. - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Seriously... this place has gone down hill. So sad. Happy hour ends at 7... which was the reason why we go but at full price, bad food, cold and stale... you should literally go to any fast food chain bc it'll be cheaper, hotter and fresher then here. We're very understanding to a busy restaurant bc of the games but we literally ordered kids food, fries and premade soups? There was no reason for all of it to be cold. Kids Mac and cheese is Krafts in a box. Dry, no milk or butter.. done with the least effort a person let alone a business could do. Completely a waste of calories and money. Never ever again.. so to chick fil a. Soup and salad is great, hot and fresh. PASS' read more

We wanted to go somewhere for brunch after Palm Sunday service. Even though we hadn't eaten at El Torito for a long time, it was close. The restaurant was bustling when we got there. No parking near the restaurant, but lots in the shopping center. It took a while before the hostess showed up and the server missed us being seated. Once I told her and asked for water, she was very attentive the rest of our meal. Our mimosa glasses were constantly filled. She brought us a plate of cinnamon pancakes. The brunch buffet was an incredible array of food. We visited one table and had a couple desserts. We tried as much dishes as we could pile onto our plates. Too much food for us to eat in one visit. We will have to go back to try the other buffet options. read more

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Had a great experience mainly thanks to our server Ana. She was very attentive and very sweet. Gave us great recommendations. The food and drinks were great! read more

Have always love El Torito's, but the service by Angel V was even better! Very attentive, kind and just a really good guy!

Came here for lunch buffet on a Monday and it was not busy at all. You can order a la carte as usual or do the buffet. Lunch buffet is $20 Mon-Fri, beverages are not included. It is mainly a taco/salad bar. Not a big selection of food. The taco bar includes freshly made tortillas and choice of chicken, beef, pork meats. You then dress it up yourself with beans, rice, chopped vegetables, and salsa. They also have chicken and vegetable soup, cheese enchiladas, melons, and 2 dessert options (flan and arroz con Leche). The food quality was pretty good overall, but salty. They bring fresh chips and salsa to your table. Clean, large restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of parking. Service was fine, dirty plate were cleared pretty quickly. Overall, it's good value and worth a visit to get your taco fix read more

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We came here Saturday morning and had an amazing experience. The service was excellent, and our server Sandy was really nice, friendly, helpful, and had so much patience with us. She truly made the whole experience even better. This is a Mexican restaurant with a brunch buffet, and it honestly surprised me because I thought the brunch was Sundays only. I originally came just wanting pancakes, but the buffet completely exceeded my expectations. They had birria, rice, refried beans, tortillas, enchiladas, Sweet Corn Tomalito, bacon, sausage, waffles, pancakes, an omelette bar, and so much more. They even had conchas, and everything tasted fresh. For drinks, they had fresh orange juice, apple juice, jicama, along with self serve hot chocolate, coffee, and water. They also had a chocolate fondue fountain with fruit, and this wasn't even Sunday brunch. The inside was very nice and welcoming. Overall, everything was great, especially the service. Sandy was amazing. If you haven't tried it yet, definitely give it a try. We'll absolutely be back. read more

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Love El Torito's ambiance. It's comfortable and clean. They have great tasting and looking food, and the $4 Margs during Happy Hour is simply unbeatable. read more

I always have a great experience whenever I patron this location. Stop in and see for yourself! This review is more in reference to the bar experience. I'm one of those that prefers to socialize, so often times as of late, I choose to sit at the bar with no issues whatsoever. Every bartender here is great, but Juan, in particular is exceptional. From his many years of expertise in crafting the perfect libatIon, whether it's on the menu or not, to his magnetic personality and smile, if ever you're having a bad day, come see Juan and he will fix it right up for you! He's great at reading the room and catering each patron's experience accordingly. He loves what he does, and it's clearly evident with every interaction he engages in with everyone. In addition, Juan's energy is always positive and not only is that rare, but very much welcomed especially on a consistent basis. Happy hour is every day from 3 to 9, however, I believe Juan works earlier in the day for the most part. Sit at the bar and he will make you feel right at home. And let him know that Jeanie sent you. read more

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I love coming here for happy hour!! Great appetizer and drink deals. The sangria was a standout - definitely go for happy hour, but make sure to sit in the bar area to order off the happy hour menu! Great vibes, fantastic staff and service, nice ambiance, and good parking options! read more

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Came here for their Sunday Brunch. We didn't have reservations but they got us right in. Food was delicious, hot and plentiful. Our server was Angel and he was the best! The Mexican background music was great and just added to the ambiance. It was worth the drive to eat here. Don't forget to get the Sweet Corn Cake. read more

El Torito - My MENUDO was awesome!! - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Tried the pasilla chile rellenos for the first time and it's almost like the Japanese beef stuffed pepper but a fried version of it I ordered takeout, which was pretty quick at 5pm on a Tuesday read more

El Torito is always a great choice, and their Sunday brunch is the perfect time to enjoy a meal with family. The buffet offers a wide variety of delicious options, so there's truly something for everyone. I would especially like to give a huge shoutout to our server, Angel! He provided outstanding service and went above and beyond to accommodate both me and my kids. His positive energy, attentiveness, and friendly attitude made our dining experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend requesting Angel if you visit. Thank you, El Torito, for having such a wonderful employee on your team. We look forward to coming back soon! read more

Came here recently to meet up with a co-worker. El Torito has always been a popular place amongst coworkers for businesses in the area. Apparently, their lunch time Buffet is a popular option. However, on this most recent visit, we ordered from the menu. Everything comes as very large portions, so be prepared to take home enough for maybe another meal or plan to share with someone. Service is good. Food is good with nice presentation, but nothing spectacular. I would have preferred the carne asada burrito to be a bit less spicy for it to be more palatable. I definitely prefer the more authentic hole-in-the-wall local taquerias. read more

El Torito - Taco Salad is soooooo huuuge! - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Today we had Antonio as our server. We had a great experience! I ordered the Birria tacos and they were excellent. The ambiance and seating were very quick! I would definitely recommend coming here! read more

El Torito is a staple. We decided to come here on a Tuesday because I needed to pick up somethings at Safeway. The parking is decent because it's in a big center. Just walk a little bit. I really liked the adobe/mission style building. I mean they're the same across the bay, but it's still cool. We ended up sitting at the bar. It was crowded. We ordered a salad and some happy hour stuff. The tacos and salad were hella good! The food never disappoints. The only issue I have was the service time, the service when we got it was GREAT. I wasn't too upset with the people serving, just the help the bartender needed. He was alone at the bar and it was hella busy. They just left him to fend for himself. Honestly, if they had another person helping him I think it would benefit greatly. Other than that, it was a good experience. read more

El Torito - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Sergio is a awesome waiter He deserves 5 stars by himself, super friendly, great service making sure that you got everything you need plus the macho combo looked better and bigger in person than the actual picture. Usually, it's actually the other way around. The margaritas, and great house beer, IPA I haven't been there for quite some time, but I moved there nearby now so I have to go there much more often now i'll definitely ask Sergio if I can read more

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Birthday brunch, illemda is an amazing server, i turned 31 and they sang me happy birthday and brought me bottomless mimosas, i come here all the time, the menudo here for brunch is great and their happy hour is a deal to steal. If youre in the bay area it is insane to not take advantage of it for the rewards program. Every time we come here the bartenders are nice and attentive. I. Dont normally sit outside but it was warm because of the heaters and the servers were amazing read more

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Came here for Friday family dinner night and noticed their limited time only sign where Kids eat free with a purchase of adult entree. Great deal. Fajita salad is usually my go-to with chicken, but their combination chile relleno was cooked well with the beef barbacoa. They always have random specials I remember earlier in the year it was buy 1 fajita dinner for $10 and get the 2nd one free so you can't beat that. Service is almost always great, but when it's super busy it is what it is with demand. Come see Angel he is my favorite server here! read more

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Food was amazing and so was our server! She was super friendly and funny to talk to. Big shout to our server Ana! I would highly recommend El Torito and we are definitely coming back! P.S. they put on the France vs Ivory Coast game so that made the experience better read more

El Torito - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

We enjoyed the atmosphere, the music, and the sports playing upon coming in and being seated. The chips and salsa were fantastic (my gf loved the salsa a lot!). We ordered the margarita flight, which I loved (gf loved the lemon lime flavored one). We then waited quite sometime for our food. We ordered the mahi mahi tacos, the carne asada fries, mexican street corn, and the taco salad. When it all finally had come, the Mahi Mahi tacos and mexican street corn were both delicious (my gf was expecting the spicy mayo sauce on the corn which disappointed her). The taco salad turned out well from my perspective, yet gf didn't like that the taco shell wasn't a flour tortilla shell. Lastly, the carne asada fries were lukewarm and I have a feeling it was because the servers wanted to get everything out at once. Next time, we will be sure to not overwhelm the servers and kitchen with foods with different cook times, and the 4 is mainly because of the lukewarm fries from my end, beyond giving feedback on the experience from my significant other. Overall, great prices, great experience, and we will be back again to try it some more. read more

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We had a great lunch at El Torito in Milpitas today. Our server, Jaquelin, was fantastic. She was energetic, happy, and incredibly attentive throughout the whole meal. She checked in on us several times, made sure everything was right, and you could tell she genuinely cared that we had a good experience. The atmosphere really added to the experience. The restaurant has that classic, authentic Mexican restaurant feel. Warm, lively, and full of character. It felt welcoming the moment we walked in, and it made the lunch feel a little more special than your average casual stop. Great service like that really makes a difference. Jaquelin made the whole lunch feel welcoming and easy. Definitely coming back. read more

El Torito - Drinks for lunch! - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

So it was an impromptu dinner take out night. I am a vegetarian so when I went there they suggested spinach enchiladas which was amazing. My husband had a client meet that afternoon so he just went for some nachos and dip. Overall food was hot and fresh. Everything was packed so well that it was easy to eat even in car lol. Even on a Thu night the place was buzzing. So many people at the bar and the restaurant was also almost half full. I have been here before and find it very convenient and comforting. Vibes are just perfect for a date night. Also food is so delish and fresh. Also servers are quick and efficient and knowledgeable. I had a fun time having food from here. read more

El Torito - SPINACH ENCHILADAS - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came here for a special birthday dinner. The music was overly loud and random in the dining room. The service was very poor. I'm pretty sure out waiter completely forgot about us. He did not clear the plates for a looong time, did not fill the water or soda. Another waiter had to remind our waiter to serve our table. Would not return just because of the lousy service. Good service can make or break a restaurant. read more

Came here recently for the all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch buffet and overall, it was just okay. The food wasn't bad, but nothing really stood out. There's a good variety with a taco bar, traditional Mexican dishes, and some dessert options, so there's definitely something for everyone. It just didn't wow me for the price. The staff was very friendly and attentive, which I appreciated and probably the highlight of the visit. The restaurant itself feels a bit old, and unfortunately it also came off slightly dirty in some areas, which took away from the experience. Overall, it's not a bad spot, but I don't think the Sunday brunch buffet is worth the price. read more

El Torito is one of my favorite Mexican-American restaurants. The customer service was great and our waitress was very kind and attentive throughout the meal. The food was delicious -- I ordered the fajitas, which come with tortillas, rice, and beans. The portions were generous and could easily serve 2 people. The tamalito is my favorite item on the menu and definitely a must-try. Good food, good prices, and a great atmosphere with a bar as well. Will definitely keep coming back! read more

We came here before the game at the Levis stadium. We were seated pretty quickly. They have many booths and seating area next to the bar. Our waiter was Juan. He is very knowledgeable, fast and friendly. We were sat with complimentary chips and salsa. I had the Cadillac margarita and my husband had the house margarita. Both were so good! We had the appetizer platter which was super tasty! We got pretty full with that so we shared Birria tacos that were very delicious. We can't wait to come back! read more

El Torito - Appetizer GRANDE FIESTA PLATTER - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

I've now been their twice for Sunday brunch and it never disappoints. They have a great spread of breakfast and lunch food, plus the sweets are endless. I recommend having the mimosas with the brunch for extra fun. The staffs as very receptive. We went as they opened so it was quite, but started picking up as soon as we sat down. This was great because we had first pick of all the fresh food. I'll be back in a few weeks. read more

Had a very fun dinner here! I loved the Mexican caesar salad with chicken, and the portion sizes were huge, especially after the appetizer of unlimited tortilla chips. The restaurant was very spacious inside and decorated quite nicely with lights for the holidays, and our server was super friendly and quick! read more

El Torito - Mexican caesar salad with chicken - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Thank you El Torito- good food and drinks for a Sunday Happy Hour! Garcias to ANNA for her fun and friendly service. She recommended the Cadillac Margarita so we ordered 2 which paired perfectly with their chips and salsa. That shot of Grand Marnier hits the spot - ANNA knows what she's talking about. Ask her for a recommendation!! read more

El Torito - Cadillac Margaritas!! Empty cuz they were so good!! - Mexican Near Me - Milpitas, California

Sunday Brunch with lots of options! They have a variety of stations- seafood, soup, hot entrees, salad, taco, dessert, omelettes made to order, bottomless beverages and kid items too. My favorite was the corn bread, scrambled machaca and eggs and flan! Good service but be prepared to wait a little because it was busy. It was also loud with lots of celebrations happening. The brunch itself is pretty pricey. Not sure if I would come back but a fun place if you have a big party to feed. read more

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