Taste the tradition
Welcome to Taqueria El Toro, where every dish tells a story. We're a family-owned food truck dedicated to bringing you bold, authentic Mexican flavors, made fresh with love in Wilmington, NC. Discover our passion for quality ingredients and a welcoming community spirit.
Our Story / Nuestra Historia
We are excited to announce that we are about to open our food truck, a project built from our love for cooking and sharing great food. What started at home making meals for family and friends grew into a dream of serving flavorful dishes to our community.
We truly love making food and enjoy every part of the process, from preparing fresh ingredients to serving each plate with care. For us, food is more than just a meal it’s about bringing people together, creating smiles, and sharing flavors that feel like home. As we open our doors, we look forward to welcoming you and sharing the passion behind every bite.
Estamos muy emocionados de anunciar que estamos a punto de abrir nuestro food truck, un proyecto nacido de nuestra pasión por cocinar y compartir comida deliciosa. Lo que comenzó en casa—preparando platillos para nuestra familia y amigos—se convirtió en el sueño de llevar sabores auténticos a nuestra comunidad.
Nos encanta cocinar y disfrutamos cada parte del proceso, desde elegir ingredientes frescos hasta servir cada platillo con cuidado. Para nosotros, la comida es más que una comida: es reunir a las personas, crear sonrisas y compartir sabores que se sienten como en casa. Al abrir nuestras puertas, esperamos darles la bienvenida y compartir la pasión que ponemos en cada bocado.
Our passion
Our passion comes from the heart—cooking delicious food for family and friends, seeing their smiles, and creating flavors that bring back memories. Every recipe we make tells a story, inspired by our roots in Veracruz and Oaxaca, and made with care, love, and fresh ingredients.
We love what we do, and it shows in every bite. For us, cooking isn’t just about food—it’s about sharing joy, connecting with people, and making every meal a moment to remember.
Nuestra pasión nace del corazón—cocinar comida deliciosa para nuestra familia y amigos, ver sus sonrisas y crear sabores que traen recuerdos. Cada receta que preparamos cuenta una historia, inspirada en nuestras raíces de Veracruz y Oaxaca, hecha con cuidado, amor y los ingredientes más frescos.
Nos encanta lo que hacemos, y eso se refleja en cada bocado. Para nosotros, cocinar no es solo preparar comida: es compartir alegría, conectar con las personas y hacer de cada comida un momento inolvidable.
Our favorites
Signature tacos
Carne asada - $3.25
Grilled steak, onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of salsa of your choice, all nestled in a warm, corn tortilla.
Al pastor - $3.25
Marinated pork slow cooked on a vertical spit, topped with sweet pineapple, onions, cilantro, and salsa.
Pollo asado - $3.75
Perfectly grilled chicken taco
Carnitas - $3.25
Tender, slow-cooked pork, finely chopped onions, fresh cilantro.
Lengua - $3.75
Beef tongue taco
Tortas- $ 12.00-17.99
Mexican sandwich filled with your choice of meat served on fresh bread
Tamales- $4.50
steam corn masa with chicken in red or green salsa
Tlayudas - $18.99
giant crispy tortilla with beans, your choice of meat, cabbage, tomato, avocado, and Oaxaca cheese.
Sides & more
Agua fresca - $3.00
Our refreshing homemade fruit drinks available in traditional flavors like Horchata, Jamaica (hibiscus), and Tamarindo. Quench your thirst!
Our salsas
Salsa roja
A classic red salsa with a smoky depth, featuring roasted tomatoes, chilies, garlic, and onions. Medium heat.
Salsa verde
Bright and tangy green salsa made with fresh tomatillos, serrano peppers, cilantro, and lime. Mild to medium heat.
Pico de gallo
A vibrant, fresh salsa with diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice. Light and refreshing.
Find your next flavor adventure
Our food truck brings authentic Mexican cuisine directly to you. Check our schedule to see where we're serving up fresh tacos, burritos, and more across wilmington, NC, and beyond. We can't wait to see you!
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Wilmington, NC
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