El Torito - Northridge

4.4

358 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 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
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!
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.

Location
8855 Tampa Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91324
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.

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

Noise • Moderate

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

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giovanni
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
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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Abigail
VIP
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.eltorito.com/
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.

El Torito - Northridge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas

Menu

What 358 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does El Torito - Northridge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is El Torito - Northridge restaurant rated?

Is El Torito - Northridge currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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