El Toro
Casual

Closed

403-762-2520

El Toro serves a unique mixture of Spanish, Mexican and Canadian dishes, all made from scratch. The atmosphere includes subdued lighting, Latin music and cozy booths in addition to views of Tunnel Mountain. It’s an ideal venue for group dinners, birthday parties, conference dinners, and family get togethers.

On Sundays, El Toro donates 10% of sales to Grace Centres in Ethiopia. This organization funds programs to improve the lives of children.

Please email eltororestaurantbanff@gmail.com for reservations.

Menu Highlights
Breakfast
Tapas
Mains
Desserts

Breakfast $9-$18:
Wide choices of eggs Benedicts, healthy omelettes, french toast, combo, steak & eggs, continental breakfast, crepes, wide choices of pancakes, breakfast burrito, quesadillas, shot of baileys, mimosa, caesars all for $7.99 served after 9am
Dinner $12-$40:
10 oz rib eye steaks, seafood ceviche, seared sea scallops, sauza cream prawns, oven roasted braised lamb shank, salmon filet, braised lamb shoulder, AAA certified Canadian steaks, chateaubriand for two, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas, tacos
Dessert & Drinks $9-$15:
Wine, beer, spirits from around the globe, extensive cocktail selection. homemade cheesecake, warm callebaut chocolate cake, churros

All breakfast plates are served with fresh fruits & home style potatoes.
The TraditionalTwo eggs any style served with toast. Gluten free toast available. Add bacon, ham, or sausages.
Eggs BenedictTwo poached eggs served on English muffin. Your choice of smoked salmon or back bacon & homemade hollandaise sauce.
Feta & Spinach BenedictTwo poached eggs served on an English muffin, feta, warm spinach & homemade hollandaise sauce.
The Californian BenedictTwo poached eggs served on an English muffin, guacamole, tomatoes, bacon slices & hollandaise sauce.
The ComboScrambled eggs, pancake, French toast, bacon strips & sausages.
Breakfast BurritoScrambled eggs, fresh salsa, peppers, onions & cheddar cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Gluten free tortilla available.
El Toro ScrambleEggs scrambled with ham, green onions, mushrooms & cheddar cheese, served with toast. Gluten free toast available.
Breakfast CroissantFried egg, bacon & cheddar cheese, served in a warm croissant.
Spanish OmeletteRed peppers, red onions, spinach & goat’s cheese, served with toast. Gluten free toast available.
Three Cheese OmeletteManchego, cheddar & mozzarella cheese, served with toast. Gluten free toast available.
Egg White Omelette3 eggs, spinach, mushrooms, green onion, goat cheese & choice of toast
French ToastThree slices of French bread dipped in egg and sugar batter, cooked golden brown.
Homemade PancakesChoice of Raspberry, blueberry, or banana chocolate.
Raspberry or Blueberry CrêpesFour crêpes filled with raspberries or blueberries & vanilla yogurt.
Bagelwith smoked salmon
Other breakfast optionsAlternative breakfast options include bagels, cereal, oatmeal, fresh fruit salad & muesli. Breakfast beverages include smoothies, teas, coffee, milk, hot chocolate & juices

Chips & SalsaDeep fried corn chips served with Homemade Tomato Salsa
Manchego Cheese FlambéA Spanish sheep cheese flambé with brandy; brought to your table on fire.
Sauza Cream PrawnsFour tiger prawns sautéed with garlic in a tequila cream sauce.
Pork TacosThree corn tortillas, pulled pork, guacamole, salsa, lettuce.
Seafood CevicheSalmon, prawns & scallops marinated in lime juice, tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro & onions. Served with corn chips.
Home Battered CalamariServed with salsa verde.
El Toro PlatterMarinated olives, thinly sliced prosciutto, calamari, guacamole & plantain chips, paté & shiraz jelly, assorted cheeses & crackers.
Marinated Olives House marinated olives & crumbled feta.
Seared Sea Scallops Three Nova Scotia sea scallops, prosciutto chips, saffron cream sauce.
Asparagus CrostiniBrie cheese & prosciutto.
Beef TartarTenderloin, green onions, Dijon, Parmesan & fried capers served with crostini on a bed of a small house salad
Stuffed Mushroom Portobello mushroom, spinach & port duxelle, with feta cheese & sweet tomato coulis.
Guacamole & Plantain ChipsHomemade guacamole with thinly sliced & fried plantain.
NachosHomemade nachos with mozzarella cheese, fresh salsa, guacamole, sour cream & refried beans.
Roasted Red Pepper SoupA purée of fire roasted red peppers & tomatoes with a hint of roasted garlic.
Curry Cauliflower SoupRoasted garlic, red curry, coconut milk.
El Toro SaladBaby greens, beetroots, candied pecans, goat’s cheese & balsamic vinaigrette.
Warm Grilled Vegetable StackA stack of Portobello mushroom, asparagus, red onion, tomato, zucchini & red pepper, drizzled with a balsamic reduction, goat’s cheese.
Caesar SaladRomaine lettuce, toasted croutons, smoked bacon, homemade dressing & Parmesan cheese. Available in regular or large. Available extras: chicken breast, prawns, sea scallops.

Braised Lamb ShoulderSlowly cooked lamb, so tender that it melts in your mouth! Served with mashed potatoes & vegetables.
Two Bison Chorizo SausagesGrilled to perfection & served with a Dijon aioli. Served with baby roasted potatoes & vegetables
Cod FiletServed on saffron risotto, asparagus & beurre blanc with char grilled lemon
Salmon Filet with Fresh Fruit SalsaServed on lettuce, mango, pineapple, strawberries, tomatoes, cilantro, onions & jalapenos. Includes roasted baby potatoes.
Roasted Butternut Squash RavioliTomato concassé, cream & fresh basil, topped with Parmesan cheese & garlic toast
Chicken & Chorizo PennePortobello mushrooms, bison chorizo sausage, chicken strips, leeks in a homemade rosé sauce, Parmesan cheese & garlic toast
Châteaubriand for Two (2 course Dinner)Choice of roasted red pepper soup, curry cauliflower soup, Caesar salad or El Toro salad; 16 oz beef tenderloin, baby roasted potatoes & vegetables, Béarnaise sauce. Served au jus & carved tableside.
Tenderloin SteakServed with mashed potatoes, grilled tomato, spinach & mushroom sauce. Available in 6 oz & 8 oz.
Striploin SteakServed with baby roasted potatoes & vegetables. Available in 8 oz.
Signature BurgerHouse ground beef patty, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, bacon & aged cheddar in fresh olive bread. Served with chipotle mayonnaise & homemade fries.
Chicken EnchiladasThree flour tortillas filled with rotisserie chicken baked with salsa verde, cheddar cheese & topped with lettuce. Gluten free tortillas available.
QuesadillasSpinach, Portobello mushroom & mozzarella served between a grilled flour tortilla & cut into slices. Gluten free tortillas available.
Sizzling Chicken FajitasChoice of chicken served on a sizzling hot platter, spiced up with Tex-Mex Spices, Chicken, Onions & bell peppers. Served with four flour tortillas. Fajitas are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Gluten free or Corn tortillas available up on request.
Sizzling Beef FajitasChoice of AAA beef strips served on a sizzling hot platter, spiced up with Tex-Mex Spices, Chicken, Onions & bell peppers. Served with four flour tortillas. Fajitas are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Gluten free or Corn tortillas available up on request.
Sizzling Vegetarian FajitasSeasonal fresh vegetables, roasted cumin, jalapenos, house made spices tossed up & served on a sizzling hot platter, served with four flour tortillas. Fajitas are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Gluten free or Corn tortillas available up on request.
El Toro Beef BurritoBeef strips, seasonal vegetables, cheddar cheese, Tex-Mex Spices & salsa wrapped in a grilled flour tortilla. Burritos are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Can be made with Gluten free tortillas upon request.
Chicken BurritoChicken strips, seasonal vegetables, cheddar cheese, Tex-Mex Spices & salsa wrapped in a grilled flour tortilla. Burrito are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Can be made with Gluten free tortillas upon request.
Vegetarian BurritoSeasonal vegetables tossed up with Tex-Mex Spices, cheddar cheese & salsa wrapped in a grilled flour tortilla. Burritos are served with refried beans, homemade fresh guacamole, salsa, sour cream & Spanish rice. Can be made with Gluten free tortillas upon request.
Beef Tacos3 Tacos. Tex Mex beef with shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, refried beans & guacamole and loaded with sauteed onion & bell peppers.
Chicken Tacos3 Tacos. Chicken tossed with House-made Spices with shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, refried beans & guacamole & loaded with sauteed onion & bell peppers.
Fish Tacos3 Tacos. Cajun spiced Antarctic cod with shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, refried beans & guacamole and loaded with sauteed onion & bell peppers.

Ice Cream TrioA true delight of three flavours of ice cream with a chocolate drizzle
Warm Callebaut Chocolate CakeBaked to order, Bernard Callebaut chocolate cake with melted centre, brandy & black cherries
El Toro Special ChurrosFour pieces of churros with homemade chocolate ganache
Homemade Whipped CheesecakeAsk for today’s flavour
Cheese PlateAssorted cheeses served with crackers.
To accompany dessertA wide selection of speciality coffees, dessert wines, cognacs & single malts are available.

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Enjoy $6.99 tapas, $6.99 glass of wine, or $30 bottle of wine. Tapas include Plantain Chips & Guac, Stuffed Mushrooms, Manchego Cheese Flambee, Asparagus Crostini, Chips & Salsa, Marinated Olives, Nachos, and Calamari.