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El Torito Lakewood - El Torito - Lakewood, Lakewood, CA

El Torito - Lakewood

4.6
4.6
214 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Child-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • 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

Experiences

  • Easter Brunch

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us for Easter from 8am-2pm & enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat Easter brunch buffet featuring a Tri-Tip and Ham Carving Station and bottomless mimosas/champagne. $42.00 Adults/$14.00 Kids.
    Easter Brunch photo

What 214 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Child-friendly

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Good for groups

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Healthy

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Hot spot

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Good for special occasions

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito in Lakewood is praised for its "authentic and fresh" cuisine and "excellent service," with standout staff like Alberto and Jose making dining experiences memorable. While some guests encountered reservation issues, many appreciated the "delicious brunch buffet" featuring bottomless mimosas and handmade tortillas. Overall, it's a "great spot" for gatherings.
214 Reviews
  1. Leticia

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took awhile to get seated for brunch, party of 20, but great service!

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  2. Kimberly

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Amy, the hostess, was very rude!!! When she greeted me, I mentioned to her I had a reservation for 2 in the bar and gave her my name. After which she pointed to my sister, and said your party is waiting for u over there in the restaurant. I again said, my reservation is for the bar area, and she shop’d me away and proceeded to answer the phone. I mentioned this to y sister, whom was waiting for me, and she also said Amy was rude to her upon her arrival. She also mentioned the reservation and was still seated in the restaurant side. I will not be back.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I was really looking forward to leaving a positive review, but my experience did not go well. Heads up! They don't respect reservations. They rather sit down walk-ins than save the table for a reservation. I had reservations at 12pm for a party of 10 and confirmed via phone call at 11am. I checked in at 12pm and was told that I would need to wait a little. A little became an hour and 10 minute wait!! It was ridiculous!! We specifically went for the Sunday Brunch and we didn't get seated until 1:15 pm, which meant we got all the left overs. I didn't ask for an update until 30 minutes in and I was told that we would get seated shortly within 10 minutes. They kept beating around the bush when I asked for an update, saying give them 5 minutes they're cleaning the table, the table will be ready in 10 minutes. Apparently it takes 40 minutes to clean a table. I'm never coming back to this location. I recommend reserving and visiting the West Covina location. Oh the cherry on top was that the host even admitted that they sat walk-ins because sometimes the reservations don't come. Hmm.. that's why it's called a grace period. If you don't show up to your reservation within 10 minutes then your reservation is cancelled and they can sit walk-ins. A true disappointment.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alberto was amazing! He provided great service. The food was very authentic and fresh. Loved the orange corn tortilla that were handmade for the tacos. Did I mention the mimosas were included in the breakfast BUFFET?!

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  5. Jason

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really quick, really easy, made date night go really smooth!
    El Torito - LakewoodResponded on 18 February 2025
    Thank You so much for your feedback! We look forward to serving you next time!

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  6. Latoya

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere, food and drinks, and the customers service excellent
    El Torito - LakewoodResponded on 1 March 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Latoya! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and drinks at El Torito We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Charle VIP

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Service!! We are three senior citizens & our adult children to eat, drink & watch the Super Bowl. We had a amazing time. We arrived 15 minutes early & was promptly seated. We ordered happy hour drinks & our entrees that was delivered fresh, hot & sizzling. The manager was gracious enough to turn up the volume on the TVs to hear & enjoy the Super Bowl game vs. the in house music. In addition , 2 of the 6 TVs were not operative, however the manager utilized his skills and was able to get the other two direct tv satellite working to ensure all 6 TVs were working & broadcasting the superbowl game. I would promote him!! The food & drinks & service was excellent We all thoroughly enjoyed the service, food & drinks!!! This was as amazing time & we will be here same time next year. Thank you El Torritos!!

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  8. Miesha VIP

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was great! Our server Edwin made sure our food was made to our liking, and he made sure we didn’t run out of chips and salsa! Everything was great! We will most definitely dine here again soon!

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  9. Jennifer

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were 2 servers in our little area. Alberto was ours. The servers would check and refill everyone as they walked by- it was AMAZING. Both so kind and friendly. El Torito Sunday brunch is such a delicious and great value!

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  10. Andrea

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jose is the best server ever !!! O choose him everytime I go

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FAQs

El Torito - Lakewood offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. El Torito - Lakewood also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (562) 531-7460.

El Torito - Lakewood is rated 4.6 stars by 214 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Torito - Lakewood

5242 Lakewood Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712

Additional information

  • Area
    Lakewood / Bellflower
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–22:00
  • 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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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/
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