Rosa was the best server! she was attentive and super friendly! she made the experience even better!

The best "Taco Tuesday" Spot in TOWN!!'!!! $3 tacos! Happy hour till 7pm, Can't beat it.. Will be back sooner rather then later

The service was on point! Every person that worked, there was friendly, welcoming, warm, and accommodating. We loved the location and arrangement of the restaurant. I was there to catch up with a friend. I haven't seen in a long time and they made sure our drinks were refilled our chips refilled and that we have all the time we wanted to catch up. read more

If I could give ZERO stars, I absolutely would. We arrived at 12pm and didn't leave there until 6pm. Literally spent the whole day there. Planned to eat brunch and had dinner LOL. So first off, Mother's Day.. my husband decided to take me and our 4 children for brunch. Waited THREE AND A HALF HOURS to be sat. The hostess was absolutely horrible. Poor communication, extremely arrogant and very inconsiderate. Everyone with a reservation was not being sat at their times. They overbooked and were understaffed. So unprofessional. It was a mess of a situation and us waiting so long, we hoped the service would at least make up for it. They extended brunch just to finally be sat (after complaining there were so many empty tables) we got our plates and guess what, COLD FOOD! That was the icing on the cake. We decided to order from the menu and our server was being so rude after the fact. We informed her that brunch had cold food and she suggested we pay for both brunch and regular menu. I laughed at her and told her to bring the manager. The manager (red hair lady) was very sweet and considerate, of course she didn't make us pay for cold brunch. But anyway. You would think our server would somehow accommodate for the unimaginable wait time, we never even got chips and salsa until we asked for it after waiting 30+ minutes for our food. (Btw the chips and salsa were the only good tasting food on the table) So, 3 hour wait, horrible food AND terrible service. My gosh, this place ruined Mother's Day for me. We spent 2 hours eating our bland food (we were all starving at that point) Even my 1 & 2 year old fell asleep waiting for our food, that's how long we were there. We will never return to this place again. If you plan on coming here for any special holidays, DON'T. Even with a reservation. Trust me when I tell you, they are overbooked and understaffed! I read a review from 11 months ago, Father's Day which said all the same. Tells you all you need to know. read more

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We have been here twice based on the photos. Both experiences were so vastly different. The food is always tasting delicious and hot when it comes out. This is more based on service time and the experience we had. The first time we came in was a Tuesday night and we sat inside. We had a wonderful experience with a great woman server (she had glasses - we couldn't find her name on the recipe). She made sure our waters were constantly topped off, filled our chips and tortillas, and made sure our food/experience was great. It was such a great experience we were in the mood for their deep fried ice cream and it's just as good as it sounds! This was a 5 star experience. The second time we came was a Sunday late afternoon and sat on their patio for their happy hour. The happy hour deals to amount of food is pretty good. The empanadas were delicious and we always get the queso fundido! Unfortunately, sitting on the patio is not for the faint of heart. It took about 10 minutes for someone to come greet us then another 5 minutes for our waters. I'm usually more understanding but it wasn't busy when we came in. The server was very chill and put our happy hour food on the fly for it to come out. It all came out good and tasted great. We never got our chip or tortillas refill and the tortilla didn't come until after the appetizers were finished. Then we ordered our food and it took 30-35 minutes for it to come out. We didn't experience this long of a wait for food to come out (especially without the server checking on us while we were waiting). We ended up boxing up most of our food because we lost our appetite waiting. This was a 3 star service. Overall, I think we will be choosing to sit inside from now on due to how much better the service is inside versus outside. read more

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I had never even heard of an El Torito Grill before, and apparently this is the last one, and wow, it is amazing. The fresh flour tortillas alone are worth the visit. They're so good you could practically make a whole meal out of them. Three of us shared the sampler platter and it was more than enough food. We actually had leftovers, partly because we couldn't stop eating those tortillas and were completely stuffed. Our son ordered the pizza (which he mostly ignored in favor of the fries), but overall it was such a great experience. The ambiance was so fun. They have a sit-down dining area as well as a club-style bar area, which gives it such a lively vibe. And the service was awesome friendly, attentive, and just made the whole experience even better. We absolutely loved it and will definitely be back. Honestly, every time we go to Knott's Berry Farm, I think this is going to be our new go-to spot. So good. Five stars. read more

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Our server, Adrian was the best!!! Super friendly and went over and beyond to make sure we had everything we wanted. I got the build your own combo - grilled fish taco w a chicken enchilada- veggies and black beans. The fish taco was the standout-soo flavorful...I really enjoyed it. Do yourself a favor and get the handmade flour tortillas!! I had a few w the salsa and after my lunch...I had one with the sweet butter for dessert-sooooooo gooood!! read more

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Totally disappointed. This place has consistently been a good "go to" for our family. We literally waited almost an hour for our food. I understand it is mother day, but still unacceptable. We made our reservation to give us a 2 hour cushion, but apparently it wasn't enough. The place was a little messy, I could let that slide if service was prompt. Our server was friendly. Oh, btw, no chips while we waited. My wife's steak, was grisly and super chewy, she didn't even eat it. The beans, they had a little funky taste to them soy kid and wife didn't even eat them. read more

I used to come to El torito grill all the time when I was a kid in the 90s, I remember thinking it was so cool because it was up on a hill, I remember it was always packed and they made homemade tortillas. I was coming to town to go Disneyland so I told my friend I wanted to come, she picked me up and we got there at 10:55am they opened at 11am so perfect timing we sat in the car and waited. We came on Tuesday January 6th,2026 we were greeted by a nice older gentleman that looked to me a manager he told us they were having a lunch buffet for $19.99 a person which is a steal the food Looked absolutely delicious but I didn't see anything I could personally eat with my dietary restrictions. We got seated In a booth and looked over the menu. The setting was just as it was all those years ago very nostalgic for me made my heart happy, the server dropped off chips and salsa as well as homemade tortillas and butter and our drinks, we ordered I got the enchilada and taco combo and my fried got a grilled chicken salad, we sat and chatted for awhile, the restaurant started to fill up with the people that worked in buildings surrounding the restaurant. The food and service were great! So happy I could come and eat here again, can't wait to come again next time I'm in town! read more

El Torito Grill - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

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5 stars for Service 5 stars for decor & ambiance 5 stars for their fresh made TORTILLAS !!!! Yasssssssssss So so GOOD. I had the mesquite smoked flavored fajitas and I would have loved it more except there was so much gristle I could barely eat it ... let's say I tried .. I really really did cuz the flavor was spot on ... but too much of the meat was inedible . . The server did an excellent job of taking care of me , however ... he doesn't control the kitchen read more

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I really enjoyed my visit. We ordered a Filtet Mignon quesadilla and Chicken taquitos. And we had a few drinks. The restaurant and service were great. read more

My husband and I came on Cinco de Mayo and Rosa provided the best experience for us. Offered fresh warm tortillas, fresh yummy drinks and explained the cinco de mayo specials! Thank you so much Rosa we had a great lunch ! read more

El Torito Grill - Michelada ! - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

I decided to go to this restaurant after proposing to my girlfriend. Picked this place cause of the menu and I would see it when I drove by. Place was clean and food was pretty good. The ribs were great. What ended up making the difference and the reason we will come back is our server Adriana. She was amazing. Every little thing we wanted she took care of. read more

Come down and visit Adrianna. She made our Taco Tuesday worth it. She was very attentive and knew what we wanted before we even asked it. Great customer service!! read more

El Torito Grill - Carnitas tacos with green salsa - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

Mother's Day so although we had a reservation we still waited almost 45 mins after our reservation which is understandable with all the craziness of Mother's Day! Came after brunch and ordered from regular menu. Adrianna was a great server and did an exceptional job! Food was good and homemade tortillas as always were delicious! read more

Went on a Sunday where they offer an all you can eat buffet and I was like, okay... we're overeating today. THE FOOD. They offer a wide variety of food, including enchiladas, carnitas, chicken, ribs, and made-to-order omelettes and tacos. There's even a carving station with tender and slightly smoky tri-tip. Each of their different meats is worth trying, but the chicken ranchero and chicken chile stand out for their great flavors. The ribs are surprisingly good too. The dessert station, with flan, rice pudding, and mini pastries, finishes the meal on a sweet note. THE DRUNK DRINKS. - Bloody Mary. Ordered this morning cocktail. It's bottomless, but coupled with an all you can eat buffet, and therein lies the conundrum. I had two and called it quits. THE VIBE. The decor reflects a warm and inviting Mexican hacienda-style atmosphere. The wait staff keeps plates cleared and drinks refreshed. THE PARKING. Parking is free. We got there right when they opened at 9AM, so it was an empty lot. THE VERDICT. Sunday (fun day) buffet at El Torito Grill delivers both variety and quality, making it a strong pick for weekend brunch. read more

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My family and I have been coming to this location for a long time and we've always had a wonderful experience. Today it was phenomenal. The food was fresh Albert. Our waiter was very attentive and made sure that our Cinco de Mayo/birthday celebration was perfect. He went above and beyond to make sure that we were satisfied even when he was slammed with other tables, Albert made sure to keep checking on us. There was music playing. The taco station was lit 10 out of 10. read more

This location is on a hill behind a bunch of business buildings, not visible from the street. This chain was intended to be a slightly more upscale version of the traditional El Torito.The interior is large with a welcoming vibe and, while the tables and chairs are a bit worn, the dining area is still very nice and comfortable. We came for dinner and had exemplary service from start to finish. Freshly made tortillas were immediately presented with some salsas and honey butter. I wouldn't have thought of honey butter for tortillas but it was delicious and we both kept slathering it on, opting for it over the salsas. I had a couple of house margaritas over the course of the meal and was impressed with how excellent they were. Kudos to the bartender. I decided to order a couple of appetizers as my meal. First, a summer menu special, chorizo queso fundido, a gooey blend of melted Mexican cheeses with jalapeños, garlic, and cilantro. The chips, for dipping into the delicious cheesiness, were also very good. I also got chicken taquitos. These were shredded chicken with cheese and pico de gallo wrapped in crispy tortillas with both tomatillo-avocado and red pepper dipping sauces. I'm used to having sour cream with taquitos but I honestly didn't miss it, these were so good. I was surprised at how great a meal I had here. Much, much better than what I remember ever getting at any El Torito. read more

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I had the Carne Asada Y Camarones. It is one of the popular dishes. It was really good, the carne can be cooked to whatever you like. It was so delicious. Everything blended well together. There are free tortillas in the black container on the table to combine it with. The tortillas were super fresh. Nothing was too salty. Everything was perfectly seasoned. There is beans and rice on the side with onions that comes with the dish. There is Happy Hour for drinks and selected foods. I recommend the Original Mojito. It's delicious. In my opinion, it tastes better than the Blackberry Mojito or the Mango Margarita. We were celebrating an anniversary and Albert, our server, did an amazing job handling so many people in our table!! He was so attentive of everyone's needs and kept checking on us very often! And his suggestions for food and drinks were spot on. read more

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What to Get: Anything Happy Hour everyday, 3pm - 8pm, is the way to go, especially for their blended Margaritas and Carne Asada Fries, and/or come for their $3 each taco on Taco Tuesday starting at 3pm Customer Service: Exceptional service, expectations exceeded Price: Approximately $49.31, not including tip for 2 people Ambience: Indoor/Outdoor Seating available. The decor really makes you feel like you're in Mexico Overall: Best Experience read more

The service was great and the food was also good. No complaints here. This is the last El Torito GRILL around so definitely support them to keep them open. They make fresh tortillas also which go great with the fajitas. read more

El Torito Grill - Trio fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

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In this day and age, finding good service (let alone exceptional service) is rare. So when I am met with service that goes above and beyond, I am compelled to write about it. Cesar was our server for Sunday Brunch and I have to say that he's attentive and warm nature really elevated our dining experience. Thank you to the wonderful and excellent service to all the El Torito Brea staff and a special gratitude to Cesar. read more

I came here after work and honestly, it was delicious. I only sampled the appetizers since I wasn't very hungry. However, they do prepare freshly cooked flour tortillas, which are amazing. The appetizers I tried included small tacos with great meat, and they were delicious. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the bacon sirloin tacos; there was too much cabbage and not enough meat--only 3 or 4 strands. Because of that, I wasn't very happy with them. I also had a salad taco with no meat, but everything else was fantastic. The atmosphere was really relaxing, and the music was quite enjoyable. It wasn't too crowded, nor was it empty; it was just the right vibe. Overall, they offer a Sunday brunch, and I plan to return soon to give it a try. read more

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Great food. Love the tortillas and honey butter. Yum! I had filet mignon enchiladas with shrimp and i was very happy. My husband had a three item combo which had the best Chile relleno. Fajitas were like regular El Torito but still very good and sizling hot. The good was presented well and I got a complementary fried ice cream for my birthday which was a nice surprise. I don't know why the place was pretty empty. I hope this review helps their business. read more

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2 stars because the server was genuinely kind and did her best but this specific El Torito location was a major letdown. I've had positive experiences at other El Torito's, so I came in expecting the usual. Unfortunately, this franchise feels poorly managed and the kitchen needs serious work. I was seated and waited about an hour without anyone offering a drink not even water. Since I was already seated, they clearly knew I was there, which made it even more frustrating. When the food finally came out, I ordered a simple burger cooked medium rare. What I received was a gray, overcooked patty on a wet, soggy bun. The vegetables looked fresh, but that was about it. I can't say enough about the server she was polite and sweet but it's obvious the kitchen and management are letting the front-of-house down. I hope they tighten things up because this isn't the experience I've had at other locations. read more

El Torito Grill - Dirty Utensils - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

It was hard to find a restaurant first of all. The food was mediocre. I was not impressed with the food. Would I come back to the restaurant? Probably not. read more

Sad day We have been coming here for 20 years. At least once a month. Had 3 Christmas parties here. Showed up tonight for our favorite Shrimp fajitas. They changed the recipe Instead of garlic shrimp it's a spicy shrimp. They were so nice they made me a new order but there was no garlic flavor. I'm sad. Now where do I go read more

Came here on Father's Day, and will never be returning again. We made a reservation, yet had to wait an hour to get our table, and waited another hour to get our food. It seemed like the management overbooked. While we could understand the place being extra busy for Father's Day, we did not understand why they didn't cap reservations OR why the food was so atrociously bland. The best thing on the table was the tortilla chips and salsa they serve to every guest. The appetizers (steak nachos and quesedillas) were fine, a little bland but we were just happy to have something to eat after waiting so long. We were so extremely disappointed when the entrees came out. The food looks beautiful, but everything besides the beans were so underwhelming and definitely not worth a two hour wait. I'm not sure if the food was so bland because of how busy it was or if it's normally just like that. While the server and our waiter were great, the food and wait was just so disappointing that it could not make up for it. read more

El Torito Grill - STEAK NACHOS CHICKEN QUESADILLA - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

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Adriana was the best server in the world. We came here and waited over an hour to be seated on Mother's Day and that was WITH reservations. Once we got seated she was very accommodating and tried her best to keep up with every table. This place really needs to hire more people. read more

Our server Rosa F. was AMAZING and recommended the shrimp enchiladas which were so delish! Not only was she friendly but very attentive. I definitely had a great experience coming here and will definitely be back! read more

Cynthia was our server and she was absolutely amazing. She had the best vibe ever and was super attentive and friendly. Definitely made us feel welcomed, and in fact i will be back because of how good our service was. Thank you Cynthia :) read more

El Torito Grill - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

This is one of the last El Torito Grill's in the area so even though I don't like sharing my favorite things, I am going to give a good review because I need it to stay around FOREVER! The fresh tortillas. The cilantro rice. The chile relleno. It's all delicious. And the best tortilla soup around! Rosa was our server this time around and she was very attentive and friendly. I usually have good service here. I will rarely drive over 30 minutes for food but I never hesitate when someone asks me to go here. read more

If you wanna go to a Sunday brunch place, this is the place to go. The food was fantastic. Oh and they have bottomless mimosas! Great service all the staff were friendly and attentive. We sat at the patio area it was so nice and clean. read more

Loved the service from Rosa Amazing waitress. Let me tell you, the deep fried ice cream was delicious read more

Loved the experience and loved the food. They give you freshly made flour tortillas with honey butter instead of chips and salsa and they were delicious. You can still request chips and salsa if you'd like. Adriana our server was top notch. Very attentive and so nice. Will definitely he returning soon. read more

Ordered on line at 8:00 AM for Dinner pick up at 3:30. Arrived at 3:25. No hostess or staff. Searched found a guy and he went to check. Waited at 3:40 I called the phone. It rang over 12 times. Then a lady said she would check. The food came out. Took it home. It was all cold. They could do better read more

They have an amazing Sunday brunch. Everything from chilaquiles, to tacos, to cheese enchilada, pozole, mole, ribs, shrimp cocktail, desserts, fruit... If you think it up, they probably have it! Drinks and mimosas are included with the price of brunch - however, bar items like Margaritas and micheladas are not. It's a good spot for Sunday brunch. Today our server was Adrian and he was phenomenal. He didn't let our drinks empty down and he always checked on us - super hospitable. I highly recommend this place!! read more

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The carne asada y camarones turned out to be a great choice and one of the better plates I've had at a casual Mexican grill in a while. The steak had a good char and stayed tender all the way through, and the shrimp had a nice snap and a light smoky flavor that worked well with the rest of the dish. The sides were fresh and balanced everything out without feeling filler. Service was warm and organized. The staff checked in at the right moments without hovering and made sure drinks and chips were always topped off. It felt like they genuinely wanted guests to enjoy their time. The ambience is comfortable with a mix of lively energy and relaxed seating. The dining room has plenty of space, the lighting is soft, and the overall vibe works for both casual meals and slightly nicer outings. It felt clean and well kept throughout. A satisfying meal, friendly staff, and a comfortable setting made this an easy five star experience. read more

El Torito Grill - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

The food, margaritas and service were amazing! Everything came out quickly and tasted good. Rosa our server was very attentive and paid attention to detail very well. read more

Our brunch and service was top notch. Rosa our waitress was excellent, very attentive and made us feel welcomed. Nowadays excellent service is hard to come by. The food was delicious, definitely coming back and telling everyone. read more