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

El Torito - Monterey

3.8 (1430)
$30 and under
Mexican
600 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

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El Torito - Monterey

3.8
$30 and under
Mexican
Monterey

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Kid-friendly
The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 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/
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at El Torito - Monterey.

3.8

3.8
(1430)
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.6Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for groups

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito in Monterey offers stunning views of the bay, making it a delightful dining experience, especially if you snag a window seat. Guests appreciate the "great view" and "delicious food," with highlights like the brunch buffet and happy hour. While service can vary, the oceanfront location remains a strong draw.
1,430 Reviews

  1. Katie Gold

    San Diego36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Initially they asked us to wait 30 minutes, despite having a reservation, because they had a large party. However, they instead stayed is right away and we had excellent service and food. We appreciated them prioritizing our group.

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  2. Jose

    Central Coast3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Tourist season is over and the mgr at El Torito sent home the hostess and some staff. It took 30 mins to get the drinks we ordered and our food arrived first. No water our waitress just disappeared. Time to let them figure things out a bit before I return.

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  3. Dennis Gold

    San Francisco278 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was inattentive, perhaps because the restaurant chose to seat us near the bar. The enchilada entree was very good, but my partner's taco salad came with rubbery chicken and a green dressing that tasted of mayonnaise. For all the good restaurants in Monterey, we chose badly.

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  4. thomas

    San Francisco8 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    All the food at our table came out cold , drinks tasted like sewer water. Both water and soda tastes like sewer water. When we mentioned this to our server about the food and drinks he seemed very annoyed we asked this be corrected. Very sluggish with our food and drinks and overall experience. This was disappointing considering we drove over 100 miles to come to this location for my birthday . We will not be back .

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  5. Coco

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great , service was great , view was great

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  6. Dave Gold

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Party of six incurred an automatic gratuity, which usually kicks in at 8 or more, but whatever. However, the server never verbally informed us of that, and the charge was not acknowledged in the credit card tip line. It was truly slipped in and not highlighted at all. I think the credit card receipt should acknowledge the automatic gratuity, and have a blank line for “additional gratuity”. I’m sure they get double tippers frequently. I feel it’s a deceptive practice that deep down they know that they are not being as forthcoming as they could be about communicating their automatic gratuity policy.

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  7. Liam Gold

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! The brunch buffet was exceptional and featured a wide variety of options. Staff were very helpful

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  8. Johanna

    Las Vegas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Our first time dinning in El Torito service was to slow at about 10:30am on a Saturday with reservation. By the time my food arrive to me it was lukewarm. Food was delicious but not warm enough.

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  9. Kim

    Central Coast7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoy Happy Hour small bites and cocktails. Most portions are huge, so the happy food and prices are perfect. As a senior, I am enjoying smaller amounts with less expense. Over the bay views are fabulous. Service is great. Thank you!

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  10. Craig

    Kent5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice food and friendly service. Could of had a better ambience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 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/
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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

FAQs

Expect generous portions, guests describe servings as "massive, " and several diners say dishes like the fajitas are large enough to share.

Casual Dress is the guide at El Torito - Monterey, comfortable, informal attire is entirely appropriate.

Head to El Torito - Monterey for Sunday brunch, guests repeatedly praise the Sunday/brunch buffet and the window-seat ocean views as a special, well-loved experience.

Yes, guests have celebrated anniversaries at El Torito - Monterey and enjoyed window seats with ocean views, making it a pleasant choice for a special evening.

Sunday brunch is a guest favorite, several reviewers praise the Sunday brunch/buffet as an excellent, lively option.

Yes, El Torito - Monterey uses outdoor seating during busy events: guests describe a tent/canopy and parties seated outside under a canopy for holiday buffets and similar occasions.

El Torito - Monterey fills up at peak times: guests report packed dining rooms, long waits and heavy crowds for holiday buffets and weekend visits, while off‑season or earlier, non‑peak visits (one guest noted February) and some early-evening slots feel much calmer.

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El Torito - Monterey

3.8
$30 and under
Mexican
Monterey

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
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