El Toro Mexican Restaurant
2600 S 48th St Ste 17, Lincoln, NE, 68506
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Address :
2600 S 48th St Ste 17
Lincoln, NE, 68506 - Phone (402) 488-3939
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Sam K.
This is a FANTASTIC authentic Mexican restaurant. One of my favorites in Lincoln. I order something new each time and am "wowed" by the flavor that explodes in my mouth (my favorite of all time were the tamales). Highly recommended!
(5)David S.
El Toro is our regular Mexican restaurant in LIncoln. The food is great and the Margaritas are the best in town. And best of all, the staff and management will treat you like family when they have seen you in a few times.
(5)Brian B.
Stopped in for a late lunch, got 2 beef tacos with beans and rice. Beef was a little bland, but the beans, rice, and salsa were excellent!
(4)Susan R.
I grew up in the Lincoln area-El Toro is one of the places I always look forward to when I visit. Every entree I've tried has been fantastic and the margaritas are superb. The servers are knowledgable and friendly, graciously accommodating a friend with allergies. And it's a Great value! Can't wait to eat there again!
(5)Kate K.
Just recently decided that El Toro is the only restaurant where we can go and always have a good experience. Food is consistently good. We often get their fajitas, and I'm also a big fan of their mole. Chips are great, waitstaff is great. Trying to think about anything negative.... Hmmmm. Um. I got nothing. I have insider info that their kitchen is one of the cleanest in town. Even their high chairs are clean and believe me, most places high chairs are truly disgusting.
(5)Kenny A.
The food actually filled me up!!! Very delicious and very happy with the food and service.. Best Mexican Restraunt to eat at!!
(5)Daniel G.
The same wait staff has been there for years. They are very professional & genuine. I hesitate to share one of my favorite things about the place because it could be seen as a negative, but here goes... You can always get in. Even on mothers day @ 12:30, no waiting. Its like people forget about it, idk. I have NEVER been disappointed there, & usual visit once a month.
(5)Erica M.
I have been coming to this restaurant for YEARS and i absolutely love it. They seriously have the BEST mild salsa ive ever tasted ( I actually order it by the 16 oz container several times a month!) YUM!
(5)Jack F.
I had given up on Mexican up north. But my two nieces talked me into this one -- I went knowing I would not like it but I wouldn't say anything to hurt my beautiful ladies -- boy I learned a lesson! Listen to the ladies!! This place not only has vegetarian on the menu - they listened to what I wanted that wasn't on the menu and made it for me to perfection. Salsa (which is what I judge most Mexican restaurants by) was very good. Then I asked for their hot Salsa, telling them Im a Salsa type guy, they brought me a real hot one, plus a couple of more for me to try. I ended up with a great dinning experience. My wife agrees with me on this one - you need to try it yourself. Especially if you actually life in this snowbound area and like Mexican food -- here is your one spot in Lincoln to get the real deal! No ketchup salsa here!!
(5)Adrian B.
As stated in previous reviews this is not high class dinning experience but if you want a local neighborhood Mexican restaurant with large portions and friendly service this is the place. It's always packed on the weekends with a line out of the door, so that's a positive sign. You are always greeted up entering and do not have to wait long for a table. The prices are fair and the portions are gargantuan, we always leave with a to go box. It's just up the street from my house and is a nice backup if dinner does not turn out well (don't tell my wife he-he) or I just want a warm meal, total comfort food. This restaurant has been open for over 15 years and will continue in the same legacy.
(4)Shaun S.
Awful experience. Watery stringy chicken, flavorlous black beans. The chips and salsa were decent., Im not sure how a chile rellano can have no flavor but they pulled it off. I saw some kids enjoying chicken nuggets and fries. Should have went for that.
(2)Shon M.
I'm from California and I miss good Mexican food. El Torro is one of the best places I've been in the Midwest. I'm also a vegetarian and they have a number of good options.
(5)Ryan C.
Diamond in the rough. From the outside it doesn't look like much. Its located in a small commercial space in the corner of a strip mall. But once you walk in the door you know its legit. From the staff, to the food, to the prices, its about as good as it gets in the capital city. Food is VERY flavorful and comes with big portions so bring your A-game. Seating is limited, and this place is always packed so go early for a table.
(4)Brad G.
This may have been the worst mexican food I have ever had. I ordered the advertised special, Pollo Arozo for $11.99. It tasted like dirt, really bad dirt. The tortillas were hard. My friend had a combination plate and it was not much better. The chicken enchilada was canned tasting. The portions are huge though. Huge portions of bad food.
(1)Tanner H.
This tiny, hole-in-the-wall Mexican has become one of my South Lincoln favorites. I find myself making a weekly appearance there and I have to this point never left disappointed. If we're talking strictly cuisine, I do feel there are better Mexican restaurants in Lincoln, but El Toro comes with some perks that set it over the top. Food - Good, fresh, and huge. Always start with the complimentary chips and salsa, which is nothing too extraordinary. I always fancy their hot salsa myself. I am always a fan of their Arroz con Pollo, any fajita platter, and (on occasions) their Chorizo con Huevos. I tend to stay away from fried food, but my friends always enjoy their chimichangas and burritos just fine. When I go with my fiance, we normally split a meal and both leave stuffed. I feel that I'm a pretty big eater, but their plates tend to be ginormous. So either go hungry, or bring a friend. I've never had enough room for desserts. Drinks- Ladies and gentlemen, this is the reason I have given El Toro 4 stars. Wednesday and Thursday, El Toro has very healthy sized flavored margaritas for $2.50. Let's just say after two of there, I'm looking for someone to drive me home. They have over five flavors to choose from for the special, but my personal favorite has become the blue on the rocks with salt on the rim. They also run beer specials on Mondays and Tuesday. I have also had their pina colada, and was quite impressed - though the amount of real coconut milk is probably enough to clog my arteries for a while! Service- Only once has there been a little mix up in who was supposed to take our order, but besides that it is always fine. They have one man there (I assume he is the owner or the manager) who is dynamite, always a bright face and adds a lot to the experience. All the other servers are very timely and helpful, they have a small staff so they tend to be very experienced. It should be noted that El Toro is quite small, they only have 2 locations where tables of five or more can sit, so taking a group of over four is not highly advisable without a reservation. Overall, it's a very charming restaurant. Good food, good drinks (unbeatable specials), and good staff.
(4)Meg J.
The chips and salsa are so great I even call them to go.
(3)Cheryl N.
Food is the most authentic I have found in Lincoln. Great food and service. It is a total dive restaurant but clean....just a dive. If you aren't the Carlos oKelly type of diner, you will love it.
(4)Jerad D.
I used to like this place a lot. Either my tastes have changed or they have, but, the huge portions are not enough for me anymore. Every dish is full of sauce, and it seems like they are trying to cover up the real ingredients. I generally like the Morales restaurants, but this is my least favorite.
(2)Poncho Y.
As a Mexican, not.that tasty, chili Colorado very bland and pork verde as well. Very disappointed.
(1)Chris E.
I grew up eating Mexican food. The food here is average Northern Mexican "home cookin'." The lighting is horrible and the waiters insist on calling us Gringos, "amigo." I am not their friend ... I'm a customer. Last time I went I waited as the hostess took take out orders and ignored my party ... we walked out. Go to New Mexico for good Mexican cooking. The Morales chain if cafes is vastly over rated.
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