El Toro Pizza

407 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa
(613) 232-1832

Recent Reviews

Anthony Skinner

I stumbled onto El Toro, and was taken back to my childhood and their sit-in restaurant on Richmond rd. Had to go inside this new food court version - hoping for a m old school reset to find memories.Sadly it’s not at all the “since 1967” recipe, not ingredient quality.Thick doughy pizza. Flat on taste. No zest in sauce.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

Marcel Richer

Easily my favourite restaurant in the entire city, no question.Breakfast and pizza are excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dave Noonan

If you work in the office building connected to the plaza or you're in the neighborhood for locally owned and fresh pizza. El Toro Pizza is the place you should try.They offer breakfast, lunch and even dinner options.The customer service is great. Service is quick and served with a smile. A trademark that is not commonly seen in today's fast food chains.The pizza is of good quality. Not over or undercooked. Fresh ingredients and served hot. Beverages are available and served either hot or cold depending on what you choose. There is also a good selection of choices while not be overwhelming to the consumer.Price is the hot topic is everything these days and it's no different here. A price for a canned drink and slice of pepperoni pizza is $8.87 with HST. It's a fair price to pay for a slice of pizza and drink but if you're going to treat yourself to quick and decent meal it's worth paying the extra couple of dollars.4.5/5 - I recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pizza Slice

Paul Di Santo

Ate there for the first time. The pizza tasted good but was definitely it worth the $13 and change I paid before taxes. It was very small and the crust paper thin. Not a lot of topping. Definitely not worth the price.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 4

Eric Laplante

Great food! Amazing people. Service always comes with a smile. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: El Toro Supreme Pizza, Garlic Cheese Bread

Mike H

Great place, great staff!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kristopher Pelletier

Ordered a small 3 topping pizza with pineapple, ham and bacon. The bacon was not cooked, the dough was very thin and watery and there was almost no tomato sauce. It was just a big mess mixed in with the cheese. I ate half a slice and threw the rest away.

Food: 1

David H

Pizza's not bad if you like it thicker/doughy. I would prefer thinner crust, but the dough was actually nice and soft, so I don't mind. Cheese and sauce were alright, nothing spectacular. But for a plain slice (just cheese) with tax, it was $6. This slice is worth like $3.50 max. I would give 3 or 4 stars if the price was more

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

DAN HOLDER

nick the owner is ever present and good at both customer service and cooking awesome foodeat there every chance I gethis wife is also great as well as the dedicated staff...the painterVegetarian options: veggie pizza is to die forlasagna was authentic goodness

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Garlic Cheese Bread

chalo beats

I paid 15.71 for two slices of pizza. Never been extorted so hard in my life. Not coming back. Taste was decent but not deserving of the

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Pete Sapai

Delicious breakfast and very friendly folks. My go to place for morning downtown breakfast.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shanta& Rajkumar

This is a small restaurant inside food court. We ordered lasagna and chicken wings. Both items are very delicious. Most importantly, the person took our order and served us, was very friendly and super helpful. He gave us many options and provided details of each food item. Food price is reasonable. Sitting arrangements are great. However parking around this area is very difficult. You can park on paid street parking only for one hour at a time $3.5. Highly recommend to try this great place.Parking: Paid parking is only available for one hour at a time for $3.5

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pizza Slice

Cody Campbell

The service here is always amazing and the staff are very friendly. The staff greet everyone and clearly care about all their customers. There are lots of delicious options on their menu as well!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian pizza and combo slice is really good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Martin Guay

Oh boy, let me tell you about the mind-blowing experience I just had with the medium El Toro Supreme pizza! It was like taking a bite of pure pizza heaven, and I couldn't help but let out a few "oohs" and "ahhs" with every tasty mouthful.Now, picture this: a pizza covered in all the good stuff. We're talking tomato sauce, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, pepperoni, bacon, sliced meatballs, and a generous blanket of cheese. This El Toro Supreme had it all, and it was a party for my taste buds from start to finish.But let's talk about the crust, my friends. It was a work of art! Crispy on the outside, yet delightfully chewy on the inside. It was like biting into a cloud of doughy perfection. The crust alone had me thinking, "Am I in pizza paradise?"Now, as I took my first bite, the flavours exploded in my mouth like fireworks on Canada Day. The tangy tomato sauce set the stage, while the mushrooms, green peppers, and onions added a fresh and satisfying crunch. The pepperoni and bacon brought a smoky and slightly spicy kick that had me reaching for more. And those sliced meatballs... oh boy, they were juicy, tender, and packed with flavour. They took the pizza to a whole new level of indulgence!And the cheese, my friends, the cheese! It was a glorious, melty sea of deliciousness. Every bite was like a stretchy, gooey cheese pull that would make any cheese lover weak in the knees. However, if I had to be nitpicky, I would have loved seeing the cheese get a little more golden and bubbly. But hey, even without that, it was still a cheese lover's dream come true.To sum it up, the medium El Toro Supreme pizza is a pizza lover's fantasy turned reality. Its divine crust, mouthwatering toppings, and explosive flavours make it a truly unforgettable experience. Whether you're a hardcore pizza aficionado or just someone looking for a slice of pure delight, I cannot recommend this pizza enough. Trust me, you won't be able to resist the allure of El Toro Supreme. Go ahead, take a bite, and let your taste buds embark on a pizza adventure they'll never forget!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeff Freeman

I have been eating at El Toro forever. Working in the downtown core no matter which building I switched to, I would always go back for lunch. The owners are incredible people. Never had such hospitality and great food combined. I was so glad to see Covid didn't beat them. I only wish they had more locations as I would order from home if I could. If I could give 6 stars, I would. Thanks for all you do.

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