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El Toro has been a favorite of my family since childhood. It's very rare that I have a complaint about the food. However, I usually go to or order from the north tacoma location. Last night I ordered from this location and it will NEVER happen again. We always order carne asada. It's a favorite and is always fabulous. Unfortunately that was not the case with last night's meal. The meat was starting to turn. I could smell it, but had hoped that my nose was playing tricks on me. I tried to eat a few bites but couldn't. If you've ever tasted meat that's going bad you know. There's a texture and taste that no matter how much it's salted (I think they soaked it in salt) you can't hide it. Both carne asada dinners were inedible. We also like queso dip. But, apparently this location makes theirs differently than most. It was also inedible. I've attached photos. Had I eaten the meal I am certain that I'd be in bad shape today. You guys really need to be more careful and mindful of the food you serve. Just because it's take-out does not give you the right to serve garbage. Over $100 of food that we could not eat.
AngieAngie
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We tried El Toro for lunch both of us getting combination meals. I had a chicken burrito and chicken taco with rice no beans and Stephen had a chicken burrito and chile relleno with beans no rice. The burritos were shredded chicken packed with melted cheese on top. Though I wished they had used queso fresco instead of the mild cheddar. My taco was perfect but could have been served with pico de gallo. I used the house salsa instead. The chile relleno was very cheesey with the chile flavor competing in tanginess. The rice and beans were typical for a Mexican restaurant. Overall, they served plenty of food that was piping hot. Also, just a note that they serve Pepsi instead of Coca Cola. Not a big deal, but my choice is the latter.
Robert Schuppert-McDonaldRobert Schuppert-McDonald
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BEST PLACE IN SPANAWAY! They have happy hour EVERYDAY! From 3-6 and have tons of cheap choices, quick service, the waitress has been working here for 15 years I heard her say and it shows because of the awesome service she provides. Instead of other Mexican restaurants that you have to wait on for the chips salsa and beans etc, they have a serve your own station in the bar for you to get as much as you want, super cool. NEVER had a bad experience here and will continue coming because of the waitress we see, and the atmosphere! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
K SK S
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Primera vez que vamos a este lugar, ya que lo encontramos en Instagram! Y gran expericiencia que llevamos servicio al cliente al 100 y la comida ni dudarlo! Muy rica y fresca definitivamente voy a recomendar este lugar a otros y también volveremos a visitarlos☺️
Ana GonzalezAna Gonzalez
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Basic Info
Address
13719 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
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(253) 536-9735
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Website
eltorofamily.com
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4.3
(945 reviews)
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Local Mexican cantina chain serving classic dishes & cocktails in hacienda-style surroundings.
attractions: Debbie Dolittle's Petting Zoo, The Gallery Parkland, Oliver’s Liquidation Discount Store, Longship Trade Goods Too, Spanaway Fitness Center Inc, The Gallery Glass & Wares, Relax Foot Massage, restaurants: Lucky's Drive-In Tacoma, CARNE AQUI, Wolfe Club Coffee Roasters, Pico De Gallo Mexican Grill, Frank's Donuts & Muffins, Foxy Lady Bikini Bar, BigFoot Java, Gravity Coffee, Velvet's Big Easy, The Man BBQ Food Truck

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