El Torito - Northridge

4.6

365 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

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! 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
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

What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Great for brunch
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Kid-friendly
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Mexican
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Torito - Northridge offers "excellent food and service," making it a family-favorite dining spot. Known for their "margaritas" and "sizzling enchiladas," the restaurant also impresses with a cozy atmosphere and attentive staff. Enjoy a delightful buffet with fresh guacamole, and don't miss their "flan" and "Mud pie" desserts.

365 Reviews

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Abigail
VIP
Los Angeles
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Saturday breakfast they offer is amazing. The churro pancakes are to die for and the huevos rancheros are made from scratch. You can really tell two make their food fresh daily.
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Abigail
VIP
Los Angeles
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Roberto was very anttenttive and accommodating. He suggested the el dueño margaritas and suggested the mango flavor. We tried the sizzling enchiladas and he made sure the enchiladas were not spicy since they tend to always make them spicy with no adobo sauce. He made sure my family was taken cared of and brought everything we needed.
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Gigi
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful my family had a great time thanks
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Abigail
VIP
Los Angeles
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drinks. Highly recommend the shrimp mazarían enchiladas and the mangoneada. The food portions are family style great food for the price.
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Larry
VIP
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service & an excellent value. New lunch specials are a nice surprise.
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Nathan
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great. Super friendly staff. Immediately greeted with chips and salsa once we were seated. Food came out within a reasonable amount of time(15-20 min)…..and the food was delicious. Will continue to be a returning customer!
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Abigail
VIP
Los Angeles
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm and cozy restaurant when I first came it it was get welcoming. The host sat us right away. Service was great. Antonio was very friendly and suggested the best drink black diamond. I had the sizzling enchiladas it was tasty came out extra hot. Thank you
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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
28 reviews
5.0
28 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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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 4.6 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

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! 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/

El Torito - Northridge

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Order delivery or takeout

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What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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