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Welcome to El Toro Bravo

El Toro Bravo is a top-tier Mexican spot in Costa Mesa, known for its generous portions and authentic flavors. Customers rave about the flavorful meats like bistek en salsa and succulent carnitas. The Barbacoa tacos are a must-try, with tender, moist meat and a deliciously spicy sauce. Specials like the two-pound meat package offer great value for feeding a group. Service is fast, and the rustic setting adds to the charm. Overall, El Toro Bravo is a go-to for delicious Mexican fare that hits the spot every time.

El Toro Bravo: Reviews & Ratings

Jesus Z.
Jesus Z.

Try their bistek en salsa tacos, they're underrated I usually get the burrito de bistek too with only rice, cuz the salsa makes it watery or else I'd get beans but I might just come back to try that they have really good family deals on carnitas.. they ALWAYS pack their tacos and burritos and their red salsa is so good

Lorraine T.
Lorraine T.

Love the tamales!! Rice and beans are really delicious worth the drive from Temecula.

Cheryl B.
Cheryl B.

Catering trays were a big hit. Lots of food. Meats well seasoned and moist. Everyone at the event mentioned how great the food was.

Nelson L.
Nelson L.

Food is outstanding! We've ordered catering from here a few times and each time it's a hit! The chicken, beef, and pork are legit! Good service.

Robert B.
Robert B.

33 plus years ... My wife and I stumbled across this place 33 plus years ago and we are still coming back. Our family keeps growing and so do our orders, they ALWAYS nails it and have never messed up an order for us. Grand kids baptism this past weekend and we pre ordered 14 pounds of meat and the whole taco packet. 1PM we showed up and we were loading the car a few minutes later. Amazing service and consistent quality. Party was well fed at the dent of the prices of any rivals. I always worry about parking but seem to always get lucky and close. They open at 8am 7 days a week and always ready to take a big order.

Ryan T.
Ryan T.

El Toro Bravo Tortilleria is an awesome Mexican spot in Westside Costa Mesa, with great food and very generous portions. I ended up getting the Barbacoa tacos, sadly they were out of the Birria (goat) when I went. They put a massive amount of meat in decent size tortillas, making it feel more like a small burrito in size. The meat is very tender, moist, and tasty, with a nice semi spicy sauce and fresh onions/cilantro. The tortillas are the star, with a great flavor and texture that sets this place apart. Service is super fast, no seating but ample parking. Totally worth checking this place out if you are in the area and looking for good food.

Andrea L.
Andrea L.

Their specials are great value. We got Special #9 which comes with two pounds of meat, tortillas, salsa, soda and chips for $32. It easily fed five people with a little left over. I'm not usually a fan of carne asada, but theirs is very good and not dry. And their buche is good too. The line for lunch is huge, understandably, but it moves quickly. However, I definitely recommend calling ahead to save yourself the wait.

Nancy C.
Nancy C.

The place is rustic and the service is excellent. This restaurant is close to the Roswell museum. Not too many places to choose from around there. The Mexican food is very good but I would label it under Tex Mex. The pablano chili relenhos were a warm heat. Served with the typical Spanish rice, pico de gallo and refried beans. My son had the stacked enchiladas which is layers of chicken, salsa, flour tortillas with a sauce and cheese on top. Served with Spanish rice pico de gallo and refried beans. The salsa was mild and Not too flavorful which was served with the chipsThe servers we friendly. Prices are comparable.

Jeremy B.
Jeremy B.

I remember first coming here as a college student ~10 years ago. The combination of the amazing value for your money and my craving for authentic Mexican food had me hooked. Was reminded about this place recently so I decided to return after all those years. It was just as good as I remembered. The food: Carne asada combination plate: They take out a generous portion of meat and chop it in front of you. They then pile it on with rice, refried beans, salsa, onions/cilantro and of course, their patented chips. The carne asada was a little dry today but still enjoyable Barbacoa taco: Double tortilla loaded with moist, savory beef and the onions/cilantro, and salsa. Got it to try a different meat and I'm glad I did. Horchata: Felt a little watered down but still very good and refreshing. Btw, they'll ask if you want your food "with everything" and just know that that includes their red salsa which does pack some heat Service was prompt with no fuss. There is no seating in the restaurant so prepare to take food to go.

Location

  • El Toro Bravo
    745 W 19th St Ste H Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Hotline: (949) 631-4464

El Toro Bravo is a renowned Mexican spot in Westside Costa Mesa that has been serving up delicious dishes for over three decades. Located at 745 W 19th St Ste H, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, this restaurant offers a variety of beer, wine, and spirits alongside their mouthwatering tacos.

Their menu features a range of options, from bistek en salsa tacos to burritos de bistek, as highlighted by satisfied customers like Jesus Z. and Ryan T. The tamales, rice, and beans have left patrons like Lorraine T. craving more, while catering trays from El Toro Bravo have been a hit at events, according to Cheryl B.

Many customers praise the outstanding quality of the food, with Nelson L. emphasizing the flavorful meats and attentive service. The specials, like Special #9, which includes two pounds of meat, tortillas, salsa, soda, and chips for $32, are described as great value by Andrea L.

The rustic ambiance and excellent service make dining at El Toro Bravo a delightful experience, as noted by Nancy C. and Jeremy B. Whether you're in the mood for carne asada, barbacoa tacos, or their refreshing horchata, this restaurant offers generous portions and authentic flavors that keep customers coming back for more.

With amenities such as takeout, reservations, delivery, outdoor seating, and wheelchair accessibility, El Toro Bravo caters to a wide range of diners. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with family and friends, this Mexican restaurant is sure to satisfy your cravings for flavorful and authentic cuisine.