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El Torito Milpitas - El Torito - Milpitas, Milpitas, CA

El Torito - Milpitas

4.3
4.3
465 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
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
    (408) 946-8012
  • 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/

What 465 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Great for brunch

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Child-friendly

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Torito - Milpitas offers a lively atmosphere with an expansive menu of delicious Mexican dishes. Guests rave about the "great service" and "attentive staff," with the Sunday brunch buffet and fresh tortillas being highlights. While occasional service inconsistencies occur, the flavorful food and vibrant dining experience keep patrons returning.

465 Reviews
  1. Maggie

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food section. Will definitely be going back.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Maggie, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!

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  2. Marleta

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We we're immediately seated for our ::: reservation. Our server did not arrive until 10-15 minutes after being seated. The food was great and full of flavor. The drinks are always hitting! I noticed different hospitality for different people the last few visits. We've frequented this location since before and after covid. We usually eat in 2-3×/month and the service is not consistent, but the food and drinks are always bussing.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Marleta, Thank you for your 4-star review and for choosing El Torito, Milpitas. We’re glad to hear that you're happy with our service. We constantly strive to improve, so any additional feedback you can provide would be greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to serving you again.

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  3. Mae

    VIP

    Central Coast

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was a little disappointed with our last visit, not with our food or our server. It was the person at the front desk. It was the manager training and employee and not aware of customers coming in. A server approached me and I told her I needed to check in And I continue to wait. I nicely asked the manager if he could please check me in and he rudely said I had to wait until he was done. Did not appreciate his tone and how he treated me. Never had that before in this restaurant and we patronize here frequently. I think that training is a good thing, but the customer should always be first and not neglected and put to the side and having to wait until you finish your training. That is my personal opinion. I was a trainer for many years and I always told my trainees customers are always first.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Mae, Thank you for your 4-star review and for choosing El Torito, Milpitas. We’re glad to hear that you're happy with our service. We constantly strive to improve, so any additional feedback you can provide would be greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to serving you again.

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  4. Jenie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    La comida deliciosa lo q no me gustó es q la resina d la entrada me habló en inglés aún cuando le hice ver q hablaba en español un poco grosero
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 21 February 2025
    Good morning Jennie, Thanks for taking the time to send us your review, truly appreciate the feedback, I'm sorry your experience was not up to Expectations, we will share it with our team. We highly expect that our team members go above and beyond expectations when it comes to Hospitality Great service and Food Quality Thanks

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  5. Samantha

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and very attentive service, it’s great if you make reservations because you skip the long line!
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Samantha, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!

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  6. Jacqueline

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There was a lot delicious food and staff always went nicely service
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 17 February 2025
    Hi Jacqueline, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!

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  7. Josh

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Drinks ordered right when we were seated took forever to arrive. One was cancelled and the other showed up with the check after the meal was over. Service was poor as well.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 16 February 2025
    Dear Josh We apologize for falling short on our expectations. We rely on feedback from our guest to help improve our operations to better everyone’s experience. We’d like to know what we could do to make your visit worthy of 5-stars; I will be happy to have your input at the restaurant, next time your visit.

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  8. Olga

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with a group of 8 for brunch and to watch the Super Bowl. Food and service was great as always. However, that will be the last time to go to watch any event. They had the music going at the same time as the game which was louder than the TV’s. Had to keep asking them to turn up the volume.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 11 February 2025
    Dear Olga, Thank you for your 4-star review and for choosing El Torito, Milpitas. We’re glad to hear that you're happy with our service. We constantly strive to improve, so any additional feedback you can provide would be greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to serving you again.

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  9. Francisco

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff goes above & beyond. When the manager on duty found out this was my first time, she escorted me through the buffet explaining all the stations. My server was sensitive to my needs and came to my table often. The fresh tortillas & ceviche bar were my favorite, but the omelet bar was top notch as well.
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 10 February 2025
    Hi Francisco, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!

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  10. miguel

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food was good, service was great, and the staff was friendly and helpful! We lo ve going there a couple times a month for family events and with friends. and as always we are never dissapointed! I recomend El Toritos to aall family and friends. Miguel A Ruiz
    El Torito - MilpitasResponded on 3 February 2025
    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!

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FAQs

El Torito - Milpitas offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. El Torito - Milpitas also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 946-8012.

El Torito - Milpitas is rated 4.3 stars by 465 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 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Torito - Milpitas

477 East Calaveras, Milpitas, CA 95035

Additional information

  • Area
    Milpitas
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (408) 946-8012
  • 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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