El Torito – Mexican
This vibrant hacienda-style destination invites guests into a world of festive warmth, where the savory aroma of slow-simmered chile verde and tender beef birria fills the air. Generous platters of citrus-marinated carnitas and sizzling enchiladas draped in rich ranchera sauce take center stage, creating a communal feast perfect for lively weekend brunches or spirited family gatherings. The experience captures the soulful essence of traditional Mexican flavors, blending bold spices with a welcoming atmosphere that makes every meal feel like a celebration.
5, San Leandro Marina, San Leandro, 94577 +15103518825 https://www.eltorito.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at El Torito
Dairy-Free at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Machaca Eggs (10oz), Bacon Slices (6 Each) and Sweet Corn Cake (6oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Machaca Eggs (10oz), Bacon Slices (6 Each) and Roasted Potatoes (10oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Corn Cake (6oz), Roasted Potatoes (10oz) and Scrambled Eggs (10oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Beef Machaca Eggs Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Scrambled Eggs (10oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Scrambled Eggs (10oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Corn Cake (6oz), Roasted Potatoes (10oz) and Beer Bundle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Torito
El Torito in San Leandro has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Corn Cake (6oz), Roasted Potatoes (10oz) and Scrambled Eggs (10oz). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Family Style Fajitas | 96.8 g | 70.4 g |
| Beef Machaca Eggs Platter | 37.8 g | 65.2 g |
| El Torito Burger | 90.5 g | 55.7 g |
| Beef Birria Tacos | 60.4 g | 43.7 g |
| Shareable Brunch Bundle For Four | 84.3 g | 39.1 g |
| Tacos Vampiros | 86.3 g | 37.6 g |
| Shrimp Mazatlán Enchiladas | 87.7 g | 37 g |
| Beef Birria Platter | 70.8 g | 35.2 g |
| Chile Verde Platter | 72.2 g | 31.2 g |
| Sizzling Enchiladas | 63.1 g | 26.2 g |
| Carne Asada Burrito | 40.1 g | 25 g |
| Chile Colorado Platter | 70.7 g | 24.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Shareable Brunch Platters
- Beef Machaca Eggs Platter - $12: Eggs with shredded beef, rice, beans, and choice of 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, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chile Colorado Platter - $14: Beef in red chile sauce, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Platter - $14: Slow-cooked pork, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Platter - $14: Slow-cooked beef birria, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Cheese Enchilada Platter - $12: Cheese enchiladas, rice, beans, and choice of tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Shareable Brunch Bundle For Four - $50: Choice of Carnitas, Chile Verde, or Chile Colorado. Includes rice, beans, tortillas, scrambled eggs, cheese enchiladas, potatoes, waffles, and sweet corn cake Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Spinach Enchiladas - $12: Sautéed fresh spinach, pasilla chiles, onions, Pico de Gallo, melted jack cheese, fire-roasted tomatillo sauce, frijoles de la olla, rice, and sweet corn cake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sizzling Enchiladas - $14: Grilled chicken, fire-roasted tomatillo sauce, jack cheese, frijoles de la olla, rice, and corn cake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas Rancheras - $12: Melted jack cheese, ranchera sauce, refried beans, and rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Sour Cream Enchiladas - $14: Chicken simmered in sour cream sauce, jack cheese, refried beans, and rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Mazatlán Enchiladas - $16: Sautéed shrimp, tomatoes, onions, jack cheese, fire-roasted tomatillo and relleno sauces, frijoles de la olla, rice, and sweet corn cake Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Family Style Fajitas - $50: Skirt Steak, Large Shrimp, Chicken and Carnitas, rice, refried beans, guacamole, sweet corn cake, and tortillas Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ignited Fajitas Supremas - $24: Skirt steak, chicken breast, sautéed shrimp, rice, frijoles de la olla, guacamole, sweet corn cake, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Torito Burger - $15: Beef patty, cheddar cheese, jalapeño butter, secret sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles, brioche bun, French fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Tacos - $16: Three corn tortillas, jack cheese, beef birria, onion-cilantro mix, rice, consommé, and limes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos Vampiros - $15: Two corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, jack cheese, choice of steak or chicken, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro, cotija cheese, rice, frijoles de la olla, and sweet corn cake Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $17: Skirt steak, roasted pasilla chiles, onions, frijoles de la olla, jack cheese, salsa picante, guacamole, refried beans, rice, and sweet corn cake Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Scrambled Eggs (10oz) - $4: Scrambled eggs for two Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beef Machaca Eggs (10oz) - $10: Shredded beef and eggs for two Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cheese Enchiladas (4 Each) - $4: Four cheese enchiladas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito (2 Each) - $12: Two breakfast burritos Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tortilla Soup (16oz) - $6: Traditional tortilla soup Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Menudo (16oz) - $8: Traditional Mexican soup Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mini Waffles (4 Each) - $4: Four mini waffles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Potatoes (10oz) - $7: Seasoned 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: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Slices (6 Each) - $3: Six slices of bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chips & Salsa - $3: House chips and salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Corn Cake (6oz) - $3: Traditional sweet corn cake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mimosa Kit - $15: Serves 4-6 people
- Bloody Mary Kit - $25: Serves 4-6 people Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Michelada Kit - $30: Serves 4-6 people Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Beer Bundle - $9: Mix & Match choice of 6 beers: Modelo, Modelo Negra, Corona, Corona Light, Bud Light Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bloody Mary Single (7.5oz) - $8: Single serving Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Michelada Single (14oz) - $6: Single serving Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Horchata (32oz) - $5: Serves 2 people Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about El Torito
- Is El Torito dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Torito has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Machaca Eggs (10oz), Bacon Slices (6 Each) and Sweet Corn Cake (6oz).
- What can I eat at El Torito on a dairy-free diet?
- Beef Machaca Eggs (10oz), Bacon Slices (6 Each) and Sweet Corn Cake (6oz) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does El Torito have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Corn Cake (6oz) and Roasted Potatoes (10oz).
- Is El Torito gluten-free?
- 3 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?
- Family Style Fajitas, at roughly 70.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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