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El Torito Milpitas - El Torito - Milpitas, Milpitas, CA

El Torito - Milpitas

4.3
4.3
452 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
The authority in great Mexican food for over 70 years! Visit us for weekly celebrations where we infuse tradition with authentic Mexican cuisine, including $4 happy hour, $3 Taco Tuesday, Saturday Breakfast and All-You-Can-Eat + Drink Sunday Brunch. Experience a celebration of Family, Food & Community!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (408) 946-8012
  • 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/
  • Neighborhood
    Milpitas
  • 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

What 452 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Great for brunch

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Kid-friendly

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito in Milpitas offers a delightful dining experience with its "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "excellent brunch buffet" featuring fresh shrimp, handmade tortillas, and more. Whether celebrating special occasions or enjoying a family dinner, the welcoming staff and vibrant ambience make it a memorable spot.

452 Reviews
  1. Coral

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We had bad service… the waiter never came to check on us, we had to keep calling them for refills and to order. We had nothing to drink while eating and had to ask for refills and waters as well but didn’t arrive until after we finished eating. We also had to wait and ask for the bill, which took long as well. Appetizers were delicious but the dinner food was okay. The Sunday Brunch I think is better!
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded today
    Good Day Coral, truly apologize for the lack of service, your feedback is appreciated and share with the team to address all your concerns Thanks

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  2. sallie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic time on Christmas Day. The food was great. The service was outstanding and everyone was enjoying themselves. Also great value. Five stars. Thank you, El Torito.

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  3. Michelle

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great we especially loved that our mimosas were always kept full 😂 services was great also

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  4. Lulu

    Hawaii

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Buffet style experience. Food was cold. None of it was good. Even the desserts were disappointing. Had reservations and they sat us next to the door to the patio and it was cold and we had a baby. Asked for a different table but they couldn’t help us. Too expensive for the value. Was nice that they were open for Xmas though.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded 2 days ago
    Good Morning Lulu, truly apologize for the lack of service, your feedback is appreciated and share with the team to address all your concerns Thanks

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  5. Alicia

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services was amazing. Thank you Vincent.

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  6. Dorothy

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, a lot of food choices, and tasted great!

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  7. Mary

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The minute you enter the restaurant, you are welcomed and treat well. Yes, the noise level was a little high but it was very full of families enjoying their Christmas feast. The food was delicious and enough variety for everyone in your group. The staffs were very efficient but made you feel very welcomed. I would go back for the next holiday event. Price was very reasonable per person.

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  8. Lesleigh

    Kansas City

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    ← El Torito VIEW BUSINESS 11 months ago Absolutely fantastic chain of Californial Mexican restaurants. The atmosphere, food and service are always on point, no matter the location. The chips and salsa are delightfully vibrant flavors, with fresh, perfectly crispy chips. Their spicy salsa is fire. Our server was helpful and prompt, answering any questions and making suggestions. Happy hour options are extensive and offered Monday through Friday at participating locations, you can check their website to see who's participating

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  9. Neda

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a reservation for lunch. When we got there, there was a party of 5 which walked in as we walked in but before us. After about 10 minutes a person showed up to greet patrons and asked them first how many were in the party and then asked us and I mentioned that we had a reservation, That party (who did not have a reservation) was seated before us!! After that we waited another 20 minutes to be seated! I know they were busy but what is the purpose of making a reservation????? When we finally were seated, all of a sudden a party of about 30 people went for the buffet which meant another 20+ minutes to get food. when I mentioned our frustration I was told that they (the 30 people) had a reservation.... HELLO.... SO DID WE!!!!!

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  10. Marina

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately, this location has gone downhill in a major way. The food was definitely NOT acceptable. I hosted a Holiday luncheon for 8 people - ordered the combo fajitas, all who ordered these got a 3 oz piece of gristled steak, which looked as though it was cut with the dullest butter knife in existence. I complained to the manager that this was simply unacceptable - considering the price of the dish. He agreed to give me another serving. When it came out - it looked as though it was cooked from frozen. Grey, cut with a dull butter knife, and simply unappetizing. I will not be returning.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

El Torito - Milpitas offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. El Torito - Milpitas also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 946-8012.

El Torito - Milpitas is rated 4.3 stars by 452 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 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Torito - Milpitas

477 East Calaveras, Milpitas, CA 95035

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Milpitas
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 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, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (408) 946-8012
  • 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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