ElToro Restaurant

ElToro Restaurant is upscale eatery serving Canadian, Mexican & Spanish-influenced cuisine, including breakfast & tapas on 429 Banff Ave in Banff. Hours Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Good to know Dine in. Takeout. Delivers. Takes reservations. Step-free entrance. Free parking on site. Rated 4.6 from 3,179 Google reviews.

ElToro Restaurant

ElToro Restaurant is upscale eatery serving Canadian, Mexican & Spanish-influenced cuisine, including breakfast & tapas on 429 Banff Ave in Banff. Hours Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Good to know Dine in. Takeout. Delivers. Takes reservations. Step-free entrance. Free parking on site. Rated 4.6 from 3,179 Google reviews.

ElToro Restaurant
Halal Calgary
Find Mexican
New: now showing which places have a prayer space
Submit a Place
Know a halal spot we're missing? Tell us about it.

This form is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Report this listing
Let us know what's wrong with this listing.

This form is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Articles
↺ Reset map view
ElToro Restaurant
ElToro Restaurant
★ 4.6 (3179 ratings) · $20–60
429 Banff Ave, Banff, AB · (403) 762-2520
BBQ Mexican Seafood
Reviews from Google
4.6 3,179 Ratings

We had dinner here recently and left impressed. The restaurant has a spacious and inviting dining area, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. The staff were warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We also appreciated the variety of halal options on the menu. To start, we ordered the Eltoro Salad, and it was a great choice. The combination of creamy goat cheese and caramelized pecans added the perfect balance of richness and sweetness. For our mains, we had the Chicken Eschullado and the Fish Tacos. Both dishes were packed with flavor and cooked really well. What truly stood out, though, were the sauces—they were absolutely incredible and tied each dish together beautifully. Overall, we had a fantastic dining experience. Between the delicious food, welcoming service, and comfortable atmosphere, it’s definitely a place we’d return to. We’re already looking forward to our next visit.

WA albaluki 2 months ago Read on Google

My wife and I had dinner at El Toro in Banff tonight, and the entire experience was outstanding. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the Chicken Enchiladas and the Braised Lamb, and both dishes were cooked perfectly, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. What truly made the evening special was the exceptional service. Promod, the manager, went above and beyond to ensure we had a great dining experience. He was warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about every guest in the restaurant. What stood out even more was his impressive executive presence. He carried himself with confidence, professionalism, and genuine hospitality, setting the tone for the entire restaurant. It was clear that his leadership positively influenced the team, who were equally friendly, attentive, and committed to providing excellent service. From the food to the hospitality, everything exceeded our expectations. Experiences like this are rare, and Promod and his team should be proud of the atmosphere they have created. If you’re visiting Banff and looking for a memorable meal with exceptional food and service, El Toro is a must-visit. We will definitely be back.

jt bose 3 months ago Read on Google

The food is ok, but if you want to be pampered, Pramod is the guy. He is on top of things. You will see him smiling to guests and trying to get them comfortable and happy. I had the Toro burger, not my favorite. Fries to perfection, bacon was crunchy and delicious but the meat, -even well done- was to greasy for me. The scallops on the other hand, where great! Perfectly seared, soft and buttery. Dessert: no. Microwave… taste nothing like chocolate. AVOID! Lastly, a good finding: they sell Pacifico beer here! We know is the best mi gente latino!

Ximena Martinez Galindo 2 months ago Read on Google

We walked into El Toro without a reservation and weren't expecting to find one of the best meals we had in Banff! We ordered the plantain chips with guacamole, chicken tacos (halal), veggie tacos, and the lamb shank (halal) and every single dish was delicious. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The guacamole was a standout—creamy, fresh, and paired perfectly with the crispy plantain chips. The chicken and veggie tacos were packed with flavor, and the lamb shank was tender, and cooked to perfection. They have many halal options. If you're looking for a place with fantastic food, great flavors, and something for everyone, El Toro is definitely worth a visit.

Fathima Nizwana a month ago Read on Google

So so delicious and HALAL! Amazing service. Shaggy had the best recommendations and took great care of us. We had the fajita trio, the butternut squash ravioli with chicken, and churros - excellent across the board.

Arooj Naveed 2 months ago Read on Google

ElToro Restaurant is upscale eatery serving Canadian, Mexican & Spanish-influenced cuisine, including breakfast & tapas on 429 Banff Ave in Banff.

Hours

  • Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Good to know

  • Dine in.
  • Takeout.
  • Delivers.
  • Takes reservations.
  • Step-free entrance.
  • Free parking on site.

Rated 4.6 from 3,179 Google reviews.

Open Google Maps