El Torito - Dana Point

Went to the Dana Point El Torito on 2/31 as it said it's closing on Jan. 3rd only to find customers and some employees standing outside as they decided to close early permanently. So we went to the Laguna Hills location and same thing so we ended up going to Rodrigo's across the street.??‍

Sadly, there was some confusion on the whose order was whose. It was if they didn't know what food was on what platter. One order was given to the wrong person, then corrected, on another order the server thought they had forgotten to add chicken enchiladas but had actually given platters to the wrong people and it wasn't found out until the parties cut into their lunch. All in all, it was okay, but a little disappointing, as this was my husband's favorite restaurant. We came here for all his birthdays, Father's Day, etc. He passed away in August and since you were closing this was our last time to visit Dana Point El Torito Restaurant and reminisce of the good times we had with him.

It was a busy night, but...Ewww. The restaurant was so dirty trash on the ground in multiple places, seats not wiped, dirty silverware under our table. We should have just decided to leave. I wish we had because the food was just ok and my stomach is still hurting today. Yuck! We have come to this El Torito for years, but not anymore. We won't be back.

Loved the food. Everyone was courteous. Best El Torito. Ambiance was great. Sat by window with great view. Got to see the decor outside and watch the kids dance to the outside music. Will be back soon for the Breakfast on Saturday and Lunch. Do not change and great Manager to keep us going here to eat.

Beautiful views and amazing value for Sunday brunch. Staff was so wonderful getting us a great table with a view for our celebration and being so attentive to refills and all such needs. Will be going back for sure.