El Toro Cantina & Grill, Inc.
Nicholasville Road Corridor
1917 Nicholasville Rd - map
Lexington, KY 40503
859.277.2255
add / change info
| Food |  |
| Service | |
| Ambiance | |
| Overall | |
Features
English language menu
kid friendly
outdoor/patio dining
television
Accepts
cash
Visa
MasterCard/Eurocard
Smoking
not permitted
Dress
casual
Parking
own parking lot
Handicapped Access
partially accessible
|
Top: United States:
KY:
Lexington: Nicholasville Road Corridor
Description
A beautiful Mexican cantina and grill, which includes an outdoor dining area under roof, complete with painted wagon wheels. The restaurant occupies approximately half of the existing building, which at one time, long ago, was used in its entirety by another Mexican establishment, Casa Galvan, and, in the early 1960s by Matthew's Restaurant.
When first entering El Toro, one faces a multi-colored chalkboard which features daily specials and select entrees. Mexican art is everywhere. Some of the chairs and tables up close to the windows are of genuine Mexican construction. At the rear of the restaurant, one finds faux bottles of some of the finest tequila and other libations, artfully filled with colored water to keep thirsty patrons honest. It is a formidable display, and quite inviting. (The real bar can provide much of what the display doesn't.)
Both booths and tables abound.
Reviews
review it
add a link
Show 10 | 20 | 30 | 50 reviews on each page
A White-Wine Companion!
El Toro's menu is similar to many generic Mexican menus, except that, here, the food backs it up! I tried the Shrimp Cocktail - Mexican Style, with an appetizer order of Guacamole. Chardonnay to match!
Usually (as I've eaten there before), the specie of wine you get at El Toro is Spanish in origin, sort of in keeping with an Hispanic tradition.
My Shrimp Cocktail was a taste sweeter than at another Mexican place I frequent, but the difference was refreshing. Best of all, the entree was COLD! The way it should be! Also, attention is paid to keeping white wines chilled, and the reds at room temperature.
Service was incredible, friendly, welcoming. (Waiters often use headsets during busy hours.) Don't get them started on wines. They'll bring you a sample for tasting! [05 Jul 2005 11:41:38]
Food: Service: Ambiance: Overall:
Recommended Dishes: Shrimp Cocktail - Mexican Style, Pregnant Burrito, Chimichanga, Guacamole
David Chenault, Mount Sterling, Kentucky
El Toro Has Some Unique Dishes
While El Toro Restuarant in Lexington Kentucky does have much of the standard Mexican fare, I would like to point out a couple of really outstanding dishes.
Filete De Pescado - Catfish fried in an amazing light
batter of what tastes like garlic and spices. This dish is delectable and served with Charro Beans.
Pregnant Burrito - This dish is like a mixed Fajita in a burrito. It has everything inside, but not overdone. Delicious!!
Pollo Chipotle - This is a spicy dish that is quite unique and delicious!! Made with Sour Cream and Chipotle peppers, the fiery dish is great with Corn Tortillas.
Shrimp, Scallop and Fish Fajitas - this surprisingly delicious dish includes peppers, onions, shrimp, scallops and one Filete de Pescado. Best on corn tortillas (if you like them).
I could go one about several other dishes, but if you go and try one of these, then you can't go wrong. I have eaten most of the dishes on the menu over the years and even the enchiladas are great! The Burrito Supremos are simple but wonderfully seasoned.
Despite the delicious food, the best thing about El Toro, is the people. This is a family owned restaurant, so the people actually care about you returning as a customer. They are warm, helpful, and delightful people who have become friends over the years.
This is one of my favorite restaurants! [21 Aug 2007 15:01:39]
Food: Service: Ambiance: Overall:
Recommended Dishes: Filete de Pescado; Burritos Supremos; Pollo Chipotle; Shrimp, Scallops, & Fish Fajitas, Enchiladas, Pregnant Burrito, Guacamole...these are just the beginning!
Anonymous
|
part of the open directory project
