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What AVOID!! doesn't like about El Torito - Monterey:
Absolute worst service I have ever received. Started with only a few of us getting the drinks we ordered. Only only 1 napkin per person. Appetizers came out with the meal (cold). No checking to see if we needed anything. No tortillas brought that came with the meal, Our entrees were cold. No drink refills. Food was OK. Oh and no toilet paper in any of the ladies stalls. When I brought it to their attention, they were... View all feedback. What Karen González likes about El Torito - Monterey:
Always love this spot, but not the best service on this visit. Stuff happens, so we will be back. Food is always good. The mojito and margarita flights are great. View all feedback.
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We had to wait for 90 minutes to get our food. The restaurant was incredibly noisy. The food was good, but quite expensive for what it was. We did not appreciat...
read moreThat was cold. I sent it back to be restored, but tears and drilling were still cold and the rest was lukewarm. please try to send hot food. quality was good an...
read moreWe often bring our visitors here and this trip was not great. we sat and two more tables sat after us and first got their orders. it took 45 minutes to get an s...
read moreAbsolutely worst dining experience! We waited at the hostess station over 15 minutes. No one around to even recognize we waiting to be seated. Finally found one...
read moreI’ve never been to a Mexican restaurant and had to ask for chips and salsa and have your server tell you “unfortunately we have none at the moment”Ridiculous!!...
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read moreEl Torito in Monterey has had its fair share of ups and downs. Some customers have complained about cold food, salty rice, and tough chicken and shrimp. Others have noted the restaurant's cleanliness issues and slow service. However, there are also shining reviews praising the ocean view, delicious margaritas, friendly staff, and tasty entrees like veggie fajitas. The atmosphere, excellent service, and overall dining experience have left some customers eager to return. While the restaurant may have its flaws, it seems to be a mixed bag of reviews depending on individual experiences.
I usually like this restaurant and eat there often with my family. But tonight the service was terrible. I ordered my favorite dish, flautas. I had asked for ex...
read moreVery good food, priced good, nice view but service was soooooo slow! We almost just left because we were there for 3 hrs waiting on either food or the waitress...
read moreGreat service! Especially Eduardo! Very friendly and great for a big group.
Have been coming here for years for family Birthdays and Anniversaries great food and drinks
Always love this spot, but not the best service on this visit. Stuff happens, so we will be back. Food is always good. The mojito and margarita flights are grea...
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read moreThis El Torito location provides a great dining experience aesthetically. It is in a tourist location and is right on the water with tables that have an...
Overall the food was pretty good, except my chicken enchiladas had to be sent back since they were definitely undercooked. The replacement meal came out...
Had a reservation on Christmas Eve for 9 pm. I drove over an hour to arrive and be denied service. Hostess said the restaurant closed at 9 p.m., and we were...
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