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El Torito Monterey - El Torito - Monterey, Monterey, CA

El Torito - Monterey

3.8
3.8
1231 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-0611
  • Website
    https://www.eltorito.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Bring the flavor of El Torito to your office or off-site event! We can accommodate groups from 10 to 10,000 and everything in between! Enjoy Taco Bars, Fajita Bars, Enchilada Bars & much more. Order online or call 1-888-TORTILLA. https://www.eltorito.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Show your friends, family, and co-workers how to throw a real party. Book one of our rooms, patios, or semi-private dining areas for your next celebration, event, or meeting. Choose from Plated Menus, Buffet Menus or Mix & Match your favorite individual Trays. Inquire online or call 1-888-TORTILLA. https://www.eltorito.com/private-events/
  • Location
    600 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Cross street
    Hoffman Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day 3-Course Menu

    Feb 10, 2025 - Feb 17, 2025
    Treat your special someone to our Valentine’s 3-Course Sweetheart Menu for Two. Enjoy a Champagne Toast, One Starter per guest, One Entrée per guest, and One Dessert to Share, for $60. Available February 10th – February 17th. Make your reservations today!
    Valentine's Day 3-Course Menu Photo

Menu

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What 1,231 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.8
3.8 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.6Service
  • 3.7Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for brunch

  • California Central Coast

    Kid-friendly

  • California Central Coast

    Good for groups

  • California Central Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for brunch

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Kid-friendly

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for groups

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito in Monterey offers a stunning ocean view and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "amazing location" and "great food," with commendations for their "excellent brunch" and "delicious Mexican dishes." Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a "family favorite" with "friendly service" and "good value."

1,231 Reviews

  1. layla

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant is pretty run down. The food was cold when it was served. There is a nice view out of the windows.

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  2. Mia

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    View was amazing and food was so good. We had the valentines 3-course dinner.

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  3. Clarissa

    Central Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I don’t blame the server, but we were sat, and got service 30 mins after sitting. It was Valentine’s Day so we assumed it was just a super busy day but it seemed like she had tables that were really far apart from each other and seemed really stressed. Our chips, drinks, and food were delayed but I wonder if they just need to help the severs by hiring more people or reorganizing the sections?

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  4. Nayelli

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good and pricing was great!! Overall had a nice time.

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  5. Maria

    VIP

    Central Coast

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saturday morning breakfast 👍👍. Ask for Cres…great service

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  6. Maria

    VIP

    Central Coast

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect place for breakfast. Beautiful view and the service is on point. Ask for Cres.

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  7. Donna

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great as usual! But service was a little slow. I think they might have been shorthanded because it really wasn't all that crowded.

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  8. Carol

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Slightly understaffed I think. A little bit of a wait for items requested. Excellent attitude from staff. All very friendly and happy to help.

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  9. kevin

    VIP

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    First time here for dinner and last time here for dinner. We have gone for lunch time(1100am) and had great experience. Service was great, food was fresh and not rushed. Dinner time completely different experience. Service was horrible. Server did not speak to us one time. We had to ask a different server for napkins and even a fork. Food was cold and wrong. Kids running around everywhere (we have 5 kids) but we dont let them play tag around the restaurant. Tables left dirty for 15 plus minutes. Avoid dinner time. Go at lunch when they first open.

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  10. Jessica

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sundays are a favorite morning for us here. El Torito is a great place to wind down the weekend with friendly service and hot fresh traditional Mexican dishes. The mimosas help Saturday nights drinks fade smoothly into family Sunday afternoons. I give all my compliments! Provecho y salud

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FAQs

El Torito - Monterey offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Torito - Monterey also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-0611.

El Torito - Monterey is rated 3.8 stars by 1231 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Torito - Monterey

600 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hoffman Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.eltorito.com/
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-0611
  • Catering
    Bring the flavor of El Torito to your office or off-site event! We can accommodate groups from 10 to 10,000 and everything in between! Enjoy Taco Bars, Fajita Bars, Enchilada Bars & much more. Order online or call 1-888-TORTILLA. https://www.eltorito.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Show your friends, family, and co-workers how to throw a real party. Book one of our rooms, patios, or semi-private dining areas for your next celebration, event, or meeting. Choose from Plated Menus, Buffet Menus or Mix & Match your favorite individual Trays. Inquire online or call 1-888-TORTILLA. https://www.eltorito.com/private-events/
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