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    El Toro Restaurant

    3.3 (64 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    More GREAT chiles rellenos... Best deal on the a la carte menu!!
    Valerie W.

    Best choice for dine in eating on this stretch of S. Limestone. Not always as fast as some other El Toro locations, but definitely your best option in the area, if you're not in the mood for fast food. This is an often "overlooked" El Toro location (at least for us...) and it's a bit more "worn around the edges," but its convenient location, close to Interstate 70 and nearby motels, makes it a great choice if you're in the area. All the El Toro locations have the same menu, so it's really just a question of how well you're treated when you walk in the door (fine!) and the service you get before, during and after your meal (consistently good!!). No complaints, no surprises, just consistently good, well-made Mex/American food. I sometimes wish El Toro would branch off a bit, make some changes, or offer up some more "typical" Mexican cuisine, but it is what it is, good, standard, consistent food, iwith service and prices to match. BUEN PROVECHO!!

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    My coworkers and I travel all over the country and love trying local places, leave good reviews, and especially love trying the locals' version of amazing Mexican food. I know the farther you get from the South/Southwest that Mexican food really isn't Mexican anymore.. but good Lawd. Google image search Quesadilla. Do it. You won't find anything like this. This was a lightly toasted tortilla shell full of mushy onions, peppers, grilled chicken and what could only be the contents of the grease trap from the night before. This wasn't a Quesadilla. This was an invitation to a date night with the porcelain throne and a side of colon cleanse. I can only imagine that the cook saw the order for Grilled Chicken Quesadilla come through and thought "As little as effort as possible." If you're looking for anything remotely, esthetically or cosmetically close to a quesadilla in this town - go to Taco Bell. Or just wrap some spam in a quesadilla. If you want a colon cleanse, dine at this fine establishment. Also, the service was seriously top notch. Your staff is super nice. Do better for them so they don't have to be seen in public serving this stuff.

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    9 years ago

    This is a family favorite spot for over 15 years. Friendly staff. Quick service. Generous portions. Cold & tasty cocktails.

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    11 years ago

    Great place for drinks. Not so much food. Friendly staff, fun place. Mondays and Tuesday are the best days. $1 margaritas!

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    11 years ago

    Stopped at El Toro as we drove by on I-70. Good food, excellent service. Said yes to all of our substitution requests with a smile.

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    9 years ago

    Food is great but if the older male waiter doesn't stop whistling I'm never coming back.

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    A Great Find We were driving west on I-70 between Columbus, OH and Portland, IN when we realized we were hungry, and we needed to stop for something to eat.

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