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Fresh to Order Since 1990
Patty and John Stockwell have been welcoming neighbors to their table since 1990. Every plate, made fresh.
A Family Place in Alachua
We have been cooking honest Mexican food since 1990. Mi casa es su casa — and we mean it.
From the Kitchen
Our Award-Winning Salsa
Made fresh, right here. So many of you asked to take it home, that we have it available in 2 size jars!
Mi Casa Es Su Casa Since 1990
Patty and John Stockwell opened El Toro in Gainesville in 1990 with one simple idea: make every guest feel like family. Nearly 35 years later, that hasn't changed a bit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We're known for bold Mexican classics like handcrafted tacos, stuffed burritos, sizzling fajitas, and homemade salsas served in Alachua, Florida.
- Mexican Food: El Toro's Mexican food menu spans a wide range of beloved classics, from hearty bowls and chimichangas to fresh dips and homemade soups. Representative items include Chorizo Sausage Bowl, Chimichanga, Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup, Fresh Pico De Gallo, Chile Relleno, and Homemade Salsa by the Jar.
- Tacos: The taco lineup covers everything from traditional beef and grilled options to fresh fish and shrimp varieties for every craving. Representative items include Traditional Taco, Fish Taco, Grilled Shrimp Taco, Tilapia Tacos, Veggie Tacos, and Fish Taco Dinner.
- Burritos: Burritos at El Toro range from generously stuffed signature creations to classic bean and beef combinations served with all the fixings. Representative items include Aaron's Over-Stuffed Burrito, Aaron's Avocado Burrito, Strickland Fajita Burrito, Burrito Dinner, J. Bean Burrito, and Aaron's Over-Stuffed Veggie Burrito.
- Enchiladas: Enchilada options include cheese, chicken, spinach, and shrimp varieties, many served alongside Spanish rice and refried beans. Representative items include Enchilada Trio Dinner, Shrimp Enchilada Trio, Q. Two Spinach Enchiladas, H. Two Chicken Enchiladas with Spanish Rice and Refried Beans, Cordoba Dinner, and Deluxe Mexican Dinner.
- Drinks: The drinks menu offers a refreshing selection of sodas, teas, coffee, and classic fountain favorites to complement any meal. Representative items include Brewed Sweet or Unsweet Tea, Lemonade, Root Beer Float, Hot Chocolate, Brewed Regular or Decaf Coffee, and Pepsi.
Additionally, explore Salads, Desserts, Quesadillas, Dinner, Fajitas, Seafood, Tostadas, Fried Chicken, and Vegetarian Food.
Where are you located?
We are located in Alachua, FL at 15202 NW 147th Dr
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Alachua, Burnetts Lake, Hainesworth, Cadillac, Hague, High Springs, Traxler, Hasan, Forest Grove, Los Trancos Woods, Bland, Santa Fe, Clark, Chantilly Acres, Buda, Wade, La Crosse, Haile, Alachua County, and Rutledge.
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