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El Toreador Restaurant

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About this business

El Toreador Restaurant has been at this location since 1957. Presently owned for 37 years since 1980. Its success has been a communal effort of had work for Larry and Esperanza Mahan. Sadly Larry passed away 10/28/11 . The restaurant continues his legazy of care and hard work by wife and two sons, Sheldon and Aaron Mahan. We strive to give customers the "whole enchilada" Great food, excellent service and an enjoyable experience that will compel you to come back again and again. 

Location details

50 W Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94127, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.2592 reviews
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guillaume 
21 years ago

So wonderful! – Definitely the best Mexican restaurant in town!... and, last but not least, it's kid friendly (you could occupy them for minutes trying to list whatever is hanging on a sq. ft of one wall!) 

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firbulig 
22 years ago

Good food and margaritas – This place has been consistenly good for a few years. Its really a gem. I've never had a bad meal there. The decor is fun and the staff is good. Be prepared to wait because it is a popular place, that is, if you're a party bigger than 2. (Parties of 2 get seated FAST). There's a pub next door to ease your wait. 

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22 years ago

Not good food, not good service – So-so Mexican food served by a vaguely condescending, unfriendly waiter. Luckily, we went there on a Wednesday, because I would have been upset if we actually waited for this place. La Corneta Taqueria in Glen Park is better, more authentic, and half the price. 

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lunachik27 
22 years ago

worth the wait – since the place is small, it gets crowded quickly and there may be a wait for parties of 3+. but if you're not toooooo famished and opt to wait, your patience will be greatly rewarded. once seated the food comes quickly, is delicious and in big portions. try the sangria or one of the flavored margaritas with your meal. 

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beagle_mom 
23 years ago

Delicious – Go early if you don't want to wait. They don't take reservations. The place is small. The decor is indescribable. But if you wait, it's worth it. Food is delicious. Service is good. Try it. 

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23 years ago

Neighborhood Mexican – A great place where you belong like part of the neighborhood. If the owner doesn't seat you, his son will. The food is good. A great stop for a margarita and a plate of hot comfort food. The service is usually friendly, and if its ever slow you won't notice because you'll have too fun fun looking at the walls or reading the placemats. 

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How is El Toreador Restaurant rated?

El Toreador Restaurant has a 4.2 star rating with 592 reviews. 

When is El Toreador Restaurant open?

El Toreador Restaurant is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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