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El Torito - El Torito - Northridge, Los Angeles, CA

El Torito - Northridge

4.4
4.4
358 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:00am - 2:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 2:00pm-10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (818) 349-1607
  • 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!
  • Private party facilities
    Show your friends, family, and co-workers how to throw a real party with El Torito. Book one of our rooms, patios, or semi-private dining areas for your next celebration, event, or meeting.
  • Neighborhood
    Northridge
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us on Christmas Day! Enjoy a Tri-Tip & Ham All-You-Can-Eat buffet featuring bottomless mimosas from 9am - 2pm for $39.50 Adults/$13.50 Kids, and all your EL Torito favorites from our main menu from 2pm - 8pm. Plus, $6 Drink Specials all day.
    Christmas Photo

What 358 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Great for brunch

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito in Northridge is a vibrant dining destination with a welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious food," particularly enjoying the "sizzling enchiladas" and "bottomless mimosas." The Sunday brunch and Taco Tuesdays offer delightful options, and management's personal touch enhances the dining experience.

358 Reviews
  1. giovanni

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went almost every weekend we liked the food the food taste is really good and the staff are really friendly I’m really happy with everything

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  2. Abigail

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yesterday I dined in for the Saturday breakfast and tried that Chilaquiles with Sunnyside eggs and I tried to bottomless mimosas for $14 that you also can have the bloody Mary 14, which is a steel was on point. The manager was friendly and very attentive and make sure we had everything we needed Restaurant is really nice and clean. I love the bathrooms that are sparkling, clean and smell good not like other restaurants

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  3. TinaH

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanksgiving dinner- surprising delicious- we are long time patrons of ElTorito brunch buffet and this thanksgiving buffet did not disappoint- great time! Great food!

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  4. Rewji

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated on time, staff efficient and courteous.food excellent.will return next year

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  5. Cheryl

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our Thanksgiving buffet from traditional dinner to the great Mexican dishes. Food was excellent, service was 100% on it. We had a wonderful time! Highly recommend.

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  6. Derrick

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was blown away at how GOOD the food was for Thanksgiving; what the heck! This whole time our family could have been gathering here. Lol. I’m mildly mad I’m just discovering this dining experience now. Haha. Lastly, THE TURKEY WAS DEEP FRIED!!! 🤩👏👏👏👏

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  7. Abigail

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite dessert is the flan. It’s taste so fresh just like homemade flan if not better.

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  8. Lourdes

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Made a reservation to avoid problems like the previous time. Lady at the counter told us it would be a couple minutes. Time passed and one of us went to ask. Turns out they cancelled our reservation because according to her we opted out of the messages but never did I receive one let alone click any cancellation or “opted out”. Checking the app it weirdly said we were dinning. Which was impossible since we were outside being told that our reservation got passed on. She then went on to say she stepped out and called my name for the reservation when no one from my party heard let alone did anyone make a notion since there was many families waiting outside. I wouldn’t have made a big issue but this is the 2nd time and with the same lady present. The same excuse and always putting the blame on the customer. So what’s the purpose of this app? Or the host. The way she addressed my friend was also very unprofessional for a said manager. I don’t care for a discount or an apology. I would rather something be made out of this to prevent future inconveniences.

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  9. Abigail

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks. Steak and shrimp is the best.

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  10. Lesley

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The new manager is fabulous. He made sure we were well taken care for my Birthday. Food and service was excellent!

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FAQs

El Torito - Northridge offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. El Torito - Northridge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 349-1607.

El Torito - Northridge is rated 4.4 stars by 358 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 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Torito - Northridge

8855 Tampa Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91324

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Northridge
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:00am - 2:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 2:00pm-10:00pm
  • 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, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (818) 349-1607
  • 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!
  • Private party facilities
    Show your friends, family, and co-workers how to throw a real party with El Torito. Book one of our rooms, patios, or semi-private dining areas for your next celebration, event, or meeting.
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