Real Mex Restaurants Opens New El Torito Grill in Anaheim.Progressive Mexican Concept Continues Expansion in Orange County CYPRESS, Calif. -- El Torito Grill, boasting a fusion of traditional and innovative Mexican cuisine and hospitality, today announced the opening of its newest restaurant in Anaheim - the second new opening in as many months and the tenth location for the chain. Located in the new Stadium Lofts at 1801 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, California, El Torito Grill showcases warm, sophisticated decor that complements the creative, contemporary Mexican cuisine. Showing the commitment of parent company Real Mex Restaurants Real Mex Restaurants, Inc. is the largest operator of full-service, Mexican restaurants in the U.S..[1] Owned by a private equity firm and headquartered in Cypress, California, they have more than 25 restaurants operating in more than a dozen states. to expanding this upscale Mexican concept, Anaheim is the El Torito Grill brand's tenth location. "We are proud to bring an upscale El Torito Grill to Anaheim and continue to grow a concept we believe has national potential," said Fred Wolfe, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Real Mex Restaurants. "We are pleased to strengthen our ties with the Anaheim community and look forward to serving the local businesses and neighborhoods a heightened culinary experience." The new El Torito Grill location combines a copper color palette, amber tones, rich woods, and fabrics with traditional Mexican finishes, such as arched walls and ornate Oaxacan pottery, to create a unique dining environment. Another Mexican icon, the agave, showcased in privately commissioned paintings featured throughout the restaurant, celebrates Mexico's gift of tequila. "Our exhibition kitchen, tortilla comal (cooktop cook·top n. A flat cooking surface making up the top of a stove or built into a countertop, usually having electric heating elements covered by a sheet of glass. ) and signature mesquite grilling highlight El Torito Grill's commitment to freshness, quality and innovation associated with upscale dining," said Raul Canales, general manager of the new restaurant. The menu boasts cuisine that is a progressive fusion of contemporary and traditional Mexican ingredients. Real mesquite wood-burning grills impart a signature smoky flavor to steak, poultry, fresh fish and vegetables. El Torito Grill serves contemporary dishes that blend traditional Mexican ingredients, such as jalapeSo and tomatillo with unique seasonings like tamarind tamarind (tăm`ərĭnd), tropical ornamental evergreen tree (Tamarindus indica) of the family Leguminosae (pulse family), native to Africa and probably to Asia, but now widely grown in the tropics. and achiote a·chi·o·te n. See annatto. [American Spanish, from Nahuatl achiotl.] . This combination of old and new creates bold and distinct flavors, such as jalapeSo butter and tamarind barbecue sauce. El Torito Grill enhances familiar and cravable Mexican dishes, such as quesadillas and chile rellenos, by incorporating unconventional ingredients such as lobster and goat cheese. From Guacamole prepared tableside ta·ble·side n. The area beside or around a table, especially in a restaurant. adv. & adj. Made or prepared alongside a table: lamb that was carved tableside; a tableside recitation of the menu. , to Lobster Tamale Tamale (təmä`lē), town (1984 pop. 136,828), capital of the Northern Region, N Ghana. It is a road junction and agricultural trade and education center. Cake with chipotle chi·pot·le n. A ripe jalapeño pepper that has been dried and smoked for use in cooking. [American Spanish, from Nahuatl xipotli.] Noun 1. and jalapeSo butter sauces to Tamarind Barbecue Baby Back Ribs, El Torito Grill places a sophisticated spin on Mexican classics. El Torito Grill's local business hours BUSINESS HOURS. The time of the day during which business is transacted. In respect to the time of presentment and demand of bills and notes, business hours generally range through the whole day down to the hours of rest in the evening, except when the paper is payable it a bank or by a are Mon.-Thurs. 11:00 AM to 10 PM, Fri. - Sat. 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM- 10:00 PM. For more information, consumers may call the restaurant at (714) 937-1248. About El Torito Grill Offering a unique culinary experience, El Torito Grill is dedicated to bringing a sensory experience that is a fusion of the contemporary and native foods of Mexico. Flour tortillas are handmade, prepared fresh throughout the day and served with fresh salsas Salsas is a Portuguese parish in the district of Bragança. The population in 2001 is 424, its density is 16.5/km² and the area is 25.76 km². and signature honey butter. The wood-fired mesquite grill imparts a sweet smokey essence to the food in the traditional Mexican style. The house Margaritas are hand-shaken and made with Premium Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila and Orange Curacao. El Torito Grill specializes in an abundant selection of oak-aged Reposado, ASejo and 100% Blue Agave tequilas made for sipping with citrus or alone in a snifter. El Torito Grills are located in Beverly Hills, Brea, Irvine, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Torrance, Sherman Oaks, Rancho Santa Margarita, Indianapolis, Indiana and now in Anaheim, California. About Real Mex Restaurants Headquartered in Cypress, Calif., Real Mex Restaurants Inc. is the largest full-service, casual dining Mexican restaurant chain operator in the United States, with 197 company-owned restaurants and an additional 50 franchised and licensed units. These include 69 El Torito restaurants, 69 company-owned Chevys Fresh Mex Chevys Fresh Mex is a chain of casual dining restaurants serving Mexican-inspired cuisine. History The chain was founded in 1986 by Warren Simmons, Sr. and Warren "Scooter" Simmons, Jr., when they opened their first restaurant in Alameda, California. [R] restaurants, 35 Acapulco Mexican restaurants, 10 El Torito Grill restaurants, 5 company-owned Fuzio Universal Pasta restaurants, the Las Brisas restaurant in Laguna Beach, and several regional restaurant concepts such as Who-Song & Larry's, Casa Gallardo, El Paso Cantina can·ti·na n. Southwestern U.S. A bar that serves liquor. [Spanish, canteen, from Italian, wine cellar.] and GuadalaHARRY'S. Real Mex Restaurants is committed to the highest standards and is dedicated to serving the freshest Mexican food with excellent service in a clean, comfortable, and friendly environment. For more information, please visit the company's Web sites at www.realmexrestaurants.com. |
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