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El Pocho Antojitos Bar, Toronto, ON

El Pocho Antojitos Bar

4.8
4.8
640 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

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2 people
22:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Great for creative cocktails
Mexican snack bar specializing in tequila, mezcal cocktails, local craft beers, and tasty food.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 551-8131
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For catering details, please email james@elpocho.ca
  • Area
    The Annex
  • Cross Street
    Bathurst Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bathurst Subway Station Walk.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

What 640 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Mexican

  • Toronto

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Toronto

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Pocho Antojitos Bar consistently offers "amazing gluten free" dishes with a "phenomenal" menu featuring standout tacos and churros. Guests appreciate the "chill vibe" and attentive service, although some mention feeling rushed. The cocktails are "fantastic," making it a "hidden gem" in the city. Ideal for celiacs seeking safe dining.

640 Reviews
  1. David

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual, the food and ambiance were great. This is why I/we continue to return.

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  2. Anna

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. First time here. Food was very good fresh and tasty. Service was great. Definitely will go again.

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  3. Olivia

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Party of two. Our experience was not even close to 5 stars and here’s why: Tacos were great, fresh, lots of spice and dynamic flavours. Two tacos per order is perfect for sharing. Apps were tiny and lackluster. Service was terrible. The hostess made fun of my name. The waitress was absolutely miserable. She was so quiet and just kind of put a damper on our experience at a new restaurant for us. The restaurant is small with an enclosed patio. It’s so tiny, cramped and uncomfortable. It didn’t seem like the kitchen was equipped to deal with the additional demand. After we finished our meal I placed an order for take out for my partner at home. We were asked to move to the bar to wait to make room for other reservations. I don’t even think we were there for the time allotted and if we were it was because the kitchen is so slow in getting the food out. Long story short, there are too many restaurants around with better service and the same food and we won’t be back to El Pocho.

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  4. chris

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great hole-in-the-wall, nicely decorated. Good background music. Seating a little too tight on the veranda section which caused some problems with seating etc. Service wasn't quick at first but we liked it that way. Pacing between courses was excellent. Three of us had the Chef chooses - great choice. We were VERY full when we walked out. Starters were homemade tortillas chips with very nice guac & salsas and tasty ceviches. Courses raged from fish tacos to carnitas to beef to BBQ Mexican corn ... You get the picture - lots of good eats! Highly recommended! And SUPER gluten free friendly. A must stop for celiacs.

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  5. Ben

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall great GF options. Lots of variety. Would visit again.

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  6. Devon

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great vibe! It was amazing that everything is gluten free as well! All fairly priced and good portions. The fried chicken is the best on the menu, you have to try it! Only down side is their Carne Asada taco can be improved. Overall a great experience

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  7. Janicke

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best fish tacos and spicy margaritas!! Highly recommend!

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  8. alison

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner before went to a play. The service was the best. He explained the menu parts we had questions on. He had helpful suggestions. The drinks were the best I’ve had since Spain. The food, oh the food. I can’t choose a favourite as everything was delicious. We tried many thing on the menu, all of it so tasty! Don’t forget to get the dessert menu. Take one home for later.

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  9. Erica

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience each time I've been! The ceviche has the perfect amount of kick to it. A must try!

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  10. Richard

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I am celiac, have serious tree nut allergy and don’t tolerate lactose- they accommodated me beautifully. The meal and drinks were outstanding! We ordered the shared chef’s selection (adjusted to accommodate my dietary restrictions and my wife’s preferences). The variety of dishes, quality, preparation, presentation, flavours, tastes and aromas were excellent. We are well travelled foodies and this place was a wonderful find. Enjoy!

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FAQs

El Pocho Antojitos Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 551-8131.

El Pocho Antojitos Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 640 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
22:00
Booked 13 times today

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Google Map for El Pocho Antojitos Bar

2 Follis Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 1S3

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bathurst Street
  • Area
    The Annex
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bathurst Subway Station Walk.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (416) 551-8131
  • Catering
    For catering details, please email james@elpocho.ca
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