El Torito – Mexican
El Torito pulses with a vibrant energy where the sizzle of the grill and the aroma of roasted chiles invite guests into a lively celebration of bold, festive flavors. Diners gather over communal plates of loaded carne asada fries and golden chicken flautas, while the kitchen turns out hearty platters of tender chile verde and savory beef machaca that capture the soulful essence of traditional comfort food. From the first bite of zesty street corn to the last dip of warm, velvety queso, every meal feels like a spirited escape into a world of rich textures and warm hospitality.
528 East Stuart Drive, Galax VA 24333 https://eltorito.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at El Torito
Dairy-Free at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole & Chips, Bacon Slices and Street Corn. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Slices and Roasted Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mahi Mahi Tacos, Guacamole & Chips and Street Corn. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Fries and Beef Machaca Eggs Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Slices and Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Slices, Scrambled Eggs and Queso Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bacon Slices. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Torito
El Torito in Galax has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole & Chips, Street Corn and Roasted Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at El Torito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Machaca Eggs Platter | 37.8 g | 65.2 g |
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Draft Beer Pint | 0 g | 62.3 g |
| Carne Asada Fries | 47.7 g | 51.3 g |
| Beef Birria Tacos | 60.4 g | 43.7 g |
| Beef Birria Platter | 70.8 g | 35.2 g |
| Chile Verde Platter | 72.2 g | 31.2 g |
| Chile Colorado Platter | 70.7 g | 24.1 g |
| Cheese Enchilada Platter | 39.9 g | 19.4 g |
| Guacamole & Chips | 16.4 g | 18.4 g |
| Margarita Flight | 42.8 g | 15.9 g |
| Mahi Mahi Tacos | 64.6 g | 12.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the high-quality food and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting the welcoming feel that creates a truly memorable dining experience. Guests praise the helpful and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise and warm approach significantly enhance the overall atmosphere. Celebrated for its inviting ambiance and consistent quality, this destination is a favorite for those seeking a well-rounded and impressive dinner.
Menu
Appetizers
- Street Corn - $4: Grilled corn with traditional toppings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $4: Melted cheese dip Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Guacamole & Chips - $6: Fresh guacamole served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Tacos Steak & Chorizo - $6: 4 mini tacos with steak and chorizo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sopes - $6: 3 sopes topped with grilled chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Flautas - $8: 4 crispy chicken flautas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Fries - $8: Fries topped with carne asada and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $10: Choice of Buffalo, Mango Habanero, or Ghost Pepper BBQ Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Machaca Eggs Platter - $12: Beef machaca and eggs, served with rice, beans, and tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chile Verde Platter - $14: Pork in green chile sauce, served with rice, beans, and tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Colorado Platter - $14: Beef in red chile sauce, served with rice, beans, and tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Platter - $14: Slow-cooked pork, served with rice, beans, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Platter - $14: Slow-cooked beef birria, served with rice, beans, and tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Enchilada Platter - $12: Cheese enchiladas served with rice, beans, and tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Tacos - $8: 3 beef birria tacos Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi Mahi Tacos - $10: 3 mahi mahi fish tacos Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $12: 2 breakfast burritos Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Scrambled Eggs - $4: 10oz scrambled eggs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Potatoes - $7: 10oz roasted potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bacon Slices - $3: 6 slices of bacon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Rice - $3: 10oz Mexican rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans - $3: 10oz beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Corn Cake - $3: 6oz sweet corn cake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Margarita Flight - $10: Blackberry, Mango & Signature house margaritas
- Signature Margarita - $6: House tequila, triple sec and sweet & sour Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Watermelon Candy Shot - $8: El Jimador Silver Tequila, watermelon liqueur, lime, chamoy, agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Draft Beer Pint - $4: Selection of draft beer
- House Wine - $4: Glass of house wine
- Horchata - $5: 32oz traditional rice milk beverage
Frequently Asked Questions about El Torito
- Is El Torito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Torito has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole & Chips, Bacon Slices and Street Corn.
- What can I eat at El Torito on a dairy-free diet?
- Guacamole & Chips, Bacon Slices and Street Corn carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Torito have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Guacamole & Chips and Street Corn.
- Is El Torito gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Torito?
- Beef Machaca Eggs Platter, at roughly 65.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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