El Torito - Irvine

Name: El Torito - Irvine
Address: 18512 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, CA, United States, 92612
Telephone: (949) 833-8230
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (374)

$30 and under

Mexican

18512 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem
Good for groups

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

Dining areas

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
(949) 833-8230
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
18512 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612
Neighborhood
Irvine
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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What 374 people are saying

El Torito - Irvine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Orange County
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Torito in Irvine is celebrated for its "absolutely amazing" service and "wonderful" food, making guests feel at home. Regulars praise its vibrant atmosphere and diverse menu, especially the "excellent all you can eat Sunday brunch." The "fantastic margaritas" and accommodating staff enhance the dining experience.

374 Reviews

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Luis
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
El Torito was amazing once again it’s never fails me overall great performance by everyone.
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Angel
Unspecified3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Part 4 of my experience here at this el torito. Again didn’t disappoint at all. I know sometimes it can be busy but even so, if u got the time to wait then the food is definitely worth it. I always love coming here early and enjoying the peaceful life. Going again soon !! Much love to all y’all.
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Angel
Unspecified4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This would be a part 3 on coming here. It’s absolutely amazing and I love the service and atmosphere here. I’m basically more like a regular now here haha! Although it’s in a place surrounded by pure businesses and an airport, but it’s still in a very nice peaceful area. Definitely coming again. Stay tuned for a part 4!!
El Torito - IrvineResponded 7 days ago
Hello Angel, We are happy to hear you had a great experience at El Torito Irvine! We highly value your input and encourage you to let us know more details about your experience with us. Please come join us for some sizzling fajitas and some delicious Margaritas again soon!
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Luis
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was great just like the first time service was amazing Ivan did a great job food was amazing overall the restaurant was in another level great restaurant.
El Torito - IrvineResponded 7 days ago
Hello Luis, Thank you for the wonderful review. So pleased to hear the Ivan took excellent care of you. We can't wait to have you back soon,
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Angel
Unspecified4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place felt like a home. I mean the food was amazing and the server Chely, she made sure my food came out good and delicious and of course how it looks on the menu. The ambiance was nice from the lighting to how the music was. This was my second time visiting and definitely will come more continually!!
El Torito - IrvineResponded 7 days ago
Hello Angel, thank you for the wonderful review. so pleased to hear that Chely took excellent care of you. We can't wait to have you back soon,
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Grace
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! So many options for Sunday brunch. The birria tacos were the best. Amazing selections to choose from. Will definitely be back. Quick stop but I really enjoyed everything. Got to sit in a nice table in the patio wich was great on a sunny day.
El Torito - IrvineResponded on June 22, 2025
Hello Grace, Thank you so much for your amazing feedback. We are glad you enjoyed our Sunday Brunch. Don't forget to join us for our amazing Happy Hour. Cheers!
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Angel
Unspecified4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Goated you know good food and like super duper nice people. The host was awesome did a great job. And the food once again amazing!! Would come again!!
El Torito - IrvineResponded on June 20, 2025
Thanks for the review, Angel! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our team to be awesome. It's always our goal to provide a great dining experience, so it's wonderful to know we hit the mark for you. We're excited to welcome you back to El Torito - Irvine soon!
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Craig
Orange County5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch was great. Lots of options. Waiter kept drinks filled. Food was good
El Torito - IrvineResponded on June 18, 2025
Hello Craig, We are happy to hear about your experience! We appreciate you taking the time to share.
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Claire VIP
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff did everything to make or dinner together absolutely perfect. Thank you to all! Our meals were excellent! Keep it up!
El Torito - IrvineResponded on June 1, 2025
Hey Claire, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had a perfect dining experience with us at El Torito - Irvine. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our meals and found our service excellent. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon!
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Sylvia
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review
3.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Menudo was lukewarm and there were no spoons. no spoons for flan. Waitress was nice.
El Torito - IrvineResponded on June 1, 2025
Thanks for the review, Sylvia. We're sorry to hear that your Menudo and flan weren't up to par. We also apologize for the unavailability of our spoons. We're glad to hear that our staff was accommodating and we'll certainly work on improving these areas. We hope to serve you better in the future.
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FAQs

El Torito - Irvine offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Torito - Irvine also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 833-8230.

El Torito - Irvine is rated 4.1 stars by 374 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

18512 Mac Arthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Irvine
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
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.eltorito.com/
Phone number
(949) 833-8230
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 - Irvine

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