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(Now Closed)Mexican Restaurant$$$$
West Village, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Lindsay CMay 5, 2015Delicious, flavorful Mexican cuisine. Be sure to try the guacamole varieties, tacos, ensaladas (great for anyone looking for a healthier option) and specialty margaritas! Brunch is awesome too!
Finally veered away from the amazing Carne Asada Burrito and tried the Huevos Rancheros for brunch. Make sure to avoid waiting for the check and pay with Cover ⚡️💰👌
Morgan McKeeDecember 10, 2016Shrimp tacos + chorizo burrito. Definitely order the guacamole to start, go small, there was plenty. Tacos a tad spicy, but plenty of meat and sauce. Pro tip: Fill the burrito with the hash browns.
CoverDecember 17, 2013Fun vibe. Share the Queso Fundido & open-faced quesadilla, then order several shrimp & fish tacos. The Chili Rubbed Mango Margarita wins for best drink. Pay with Cover and skip waiting for the check!
Brittany RodriguezOctober 3, 2016Everything was on point. The chips and fresh guacamole were so addicting and the Tinga de pollo tacos were to die for.
Lisa FJanuary 11, 2018Top for mezcal drinks. Mezcal old fashioned with chocolate bitters the best. Wonderful food and service. Faves: Made to order guacamole, Lobster tacos, Lobster and Shrimp ceviches, Grilled octopus
Andy RosenbergMarch 26, 2014Start with the guacamole and then try any of the tacos. I suggest the Cabritos. And don't forget to pay with Cover!
The Corcoran GroupJune 21, 2013Great place for any celebration that calls for a tequila shot, or two, or three. You might also want to order guacamole and short-rib empanadas.
Terry YangJune 2, 2014great flavors and execution plus fresh produce = a memorable experience. Definitely try the skirt steak and the tuna ceviche. Portions are not huge but still well worth the money. Def coming back
Ing SottAugust 23, 2013There is a $18 lunch special. You get an appetizer and an entree. Get the Sopa de Frijol it's so good and creamy. The chicken tacos are kind of sweet but the fish tacos and al pastor tacos are delish!
Auri GhatakFebruary 19, 2016Love the tacos, the guacamole and the plantain in mole sauce side. The churros with the dipping sauces is excellent as well. Good ambiance and friendly service.
Serious EatsJanuary 27, 2014The happy hour nachos are only available from 3 to 7pm on weeknights, but they are some of the best in town.
- CoverMarch 26, 2014Start with the guacamole and split with a group of friends. You can't go wrong with any of the tacos on the menu. Try the Cabritos and pay with Cover!
Wilson ZhouApril 28, 2014The latest venture from John McDonald and Josh Capon, the team behind the crowd-pleasing SoHo establishments Lure Fishbar and Burger & Barrel Winepub. Tampiqueña, Al Pastor, Pollo en Mole Coloradito.
Time Out New YorkApril 11, 2013Eat this: Guacamole, queso fundido, corn tamale, short-rib empanadas, chipotle shrimp tacos, churros Read more
Justin OrgelAugust 27, 2013Great food (Mango Marg, street corn, chix tacos, skirt steak, ques). Service can be a little "Sloman Shieldy" at times
- Nicholas M.July 30, 2017Guacamole with veggie sticks. Get it spicy. Taco selection v good. Al pastor. Chopped salad. street corn side v good.
Omi LetiAugust 10, 2014The food is great, the service is great, their margaritas are great... What else you need?
Hnnssy25March 2, 2013Great service! Amazing food. I had the huevos rancheros verdes for brunch and it was deelish. Richard our server was awesome!
Matthew SpectorApril 4, 2015Great, spirited fresh Mexican fare. Generous guacamole portions and a solid brunch menu. Al pastor tacos are brilliant.
@JaumePrimeroOctober 25, 2012The menu is authentic, innovative and I love this area in the West Village. Check out this new restaurant and bar, which incidentally, just opened yesterday!
Sit at the guacamole bar if you can. Also the lunch pre-fixe is one of the best deals in town. Don't forget to pay with Cover!
Jeremy JacobowitzFebruary 1, 2015Came for brunch and it was fantastic! Def get the plantains and Colorado guac!!
DipikaNovember 12, 2014Get the guacamole!! Yum. And the habanero salsa was just the right type of spicy! Paired with margaritas, you can't go wrong.
Liz HadawayMarch 23, 2013the children's menu portions are larger and cheaper than the regular menu items. I had tacos, my son had fish sticks [see picture]
Kayleigh HarringtonAugust 22, 2014Short rib empanadas. Get lots of plates to share and go for brunch if you can.
Kaitlin SiemeringSeptember 2, 2015Come at happy hour for high quality drinks and bites (chips, guac, and tacos) at great prices
Erika Lopez GarciaJanuary 2, 2013Burrito is delicious! The guac is a bit pricey but it's delicious, fresh and done to your preference (e.g. Cilantro, medium, mild, or spicy, etc).
Great place for kids. You get a delicious adult margarita and they get a kids menu and super kid friendly staff. Josh Capon gets it.
Jessica NgAugust 2, 2014The guacamole w/ the house-made chips were so good! The tacos were only so-so, but free refills on the chips
- Eileen SuttonApril 26, 2014Loved my mango margarita, and in terms of food the corn tamales and empanadas are really standout.
- Here's your evening: the El Toro Margarita, chips and guac, then the Cabrito tacos. Do it.
Andy AmendolaNovember 11, 2012Must have side= Mexican street corn. For entree the skirt steak is so tender and chicken tacos are very flavorful
queso! or the cheeses crisp. don't miss the sangre de toro- like a negroni with mezcal.
Julie EschbacherOctober 18, 2013Open faced steak quesadilla is a must! Pay with Cover and you won't complain about the incredibly slow waitstaff.
Amazing margaritas, tequilas, and the chicken tamales are the best
Rick ValenzuelaJanuary 19, 2013The chicken enchiladas that left the menu at their sister restaurant, Burger & Barrel, made it to this menu. Get it.
melissa HochmanJune 28, 2013Sit outside with a mango marg, lobster cerviche, chicken tacos, pork empanadas and guac!
harryhJune 19, 2014It's better than Dos Caminos. That's as high as I'm willing to go with my praise.
Mr Joe LeechOctober 7, 2013Amazing chocolate sauce with the churros not to mention the stunning guacamole and salsas.
MichelleNovember 29, 2012The tacos are perfect for lunch. Great food and great service. Will definitely be back!
Stephen WepplerSeptember 8, 2013Stopped for a drink on the way by, kind of expensive but very nice, good patio.
Melea S.April 21, 2013If the Kardashians had a restaurant and threw a private party for the Jersey Shore cast, it would resemble El Toro Blanco.
Lovely G.August 12, 2014If you love Mexican food this is the place for you. The guacamole and chops were freshly made. There's nothing about this place I didn't love.
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El Toro Blanco bets on a trifecta of 100-plus tequila selections, a Mexican menu that sees traditional dishes, and a fashionable ambience.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–Midnight
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 645-0193
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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