We have been guests at El Tipico's for over 30 years. Many of Toledo's family owned restaurants have sadly disappeared over the years. We moved away for a while and recently returned. El Tipico's was one of the first restaurants we wanted to go back to. We were so happy to find that it was not only still in business but is truly better then it has ever been. The food, the fabulous décor and the service have been outstanding. The owner; Dina Villa, attributed a lot of the improvement in the food to switching to organic ingredients which seemed to bring back the original flavor of her families recipes. We're so glad they continue to provide such great Mexican food in this area.

They always take amazing care of my family and I with all of our food allergies. We've been coming here for years and it's by far one of my favourite places to eat. Two of us have celiac, one person has a dairy allergy, and one of us is plant-based. None of us have EVER gotten sick here, it's extremely safe and the food is fantastic! Fair prices too. 10000 / 10 would recommend to anyone!!

We enjoyed an exceptional Valentine's dinner at EL Tipico, with outstanding food and service, for a reasonable $60.00 per couple, which included an appetizer, two entrees, and dessert. We have enjoyed El Tipico’s many times over the years. Toledo is blessed to have an authentic, organic Mexican restaurant whose owner cares about using only the freshest ingredients!

Chad Lievens

Restaurant Name: El Tipico Location: Toledo, Ohio (Yes, OHIO. Pack your bags, Mexico City, you've got competition.) Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (I’d give it 6, but my keyboard is a realist.) Let me start by saying I have eaten. I have eaten in many places. I once ate a “gourmet” taco in California for $28 that was served on a slate roof tile. I have never, in my life, eaten like I ate at El Tipico. Walking in, you are greeted by two things: 1) The blissful, heavenly aroma of roasting meats, simmering sauces, and fresh tortillas. 2) The stark, sobering reality of the “NO ALCOHOL” sign on the door. It’s a emotional rollercoaster. One second you’re in a culinary paradise, the next you’re being reminded of your personal failings. But forget that. Let’s talk about the food. The food here isn’t just “good.” It’s not even just “great.” The food at El Tipico is the kind of meal that makes you want to call your ex just to say, “You were wrong about me, but more importantly, you were wrong about never finding perfect refried beans.” The carne asada is so flavorful I’m convinced the cow was raised on a bed of herbs and classic literature. The chiles rellenos are a symphony—a slightly spicy, cheesy, egg-battered symphony that Beethoven would have written a 10th symphony about if he’d had the chance. The salsa alone should be in a museum. I would wear it as a cologne. I considered dipping my wallet in it just so I could taste it later. Now, about the no-alcohol situation. It’s a BYOG situation. Bring Your Own Gumption. And possibly, hypothetically, in a purely fictional sense, a small flask of tequila and a lime procured from the local grocer. The friendly staff provides you with exceptional sodds and the world’s most delicious horchata. They also provide you with a tantalizing array of lime wedges for your non-alcoholic beverages. It would be a real shame if, say, a contraband sip of agave nectar were to accidentally meet one of those limes in a moment of pure, flavor-induced euphoria. Not that I’m suggesting anything. I’m just saying the limes are very, very generous. And your purse might suddenly feel a little heavier on the way in. In conclusion, El Tipico is the best restaurant in Toledo, Ohio, the Midwest, and possibly this dimension. The lack of a margarita is a small price to pay for a religious dining experience. Just come with a full heart, an empty stomach, and a strategically over-stuffed coat pocket. Final Verdict: 10/10. Will be back next week. Authorities (and the lovely waitstaff), please ignore the slight bulge in my jacket. It’s just… a new kind of enthusiasm.

Huyen Tran Nguyen (Vysturbed)

Went down to Toledo for a vegan meetup at El Tipico Restaurant We felt very spoiled to be in a place that served vegan queso blanco, cheese, and sour cream. They offered grilled veggies, mexican potatoes, and pea protein crumbles as fillings for many of their dishes. Also was super excited to have dishes with mole too. There were so many options available it was almost paralyzing 🤯 Pictured are the mexican pizza, enchilada mole with, chimichanga with verde sauce, super burro with mole, pappas mexicanas (potatoes cooked with tomatoes).

Evelyn

This restaurant is amazing!! I found out about it after seeing someone post about their vegan options on the Vegan Detroit facebook group and luckily I was in Toledo the same day! Their vegan queso is delicious, and is something you almost never find anywhere. I’m so happy to know that I can order it here! I also got enchiladas rojo filled with grilled onions and peppers with vegan cheese and refried beans and rice on the side. Even just having vegan/vegetarian refried beans on the menu is so rare and everything was fresh and delicious. The staff is so friendly and the restaurant is really warm and cozy. I can’t wait to come back!

Marelle Bergsma

This spot was delicious and a perfect choice for our health conscious family! The whole place is free of seed oils. The mexican pizza was sooo cheesy and delicious! And the apple empanadas for dessert 😫💕🤤

Michael Cramer

As nice of a staff as you'll find anywhere. One of the family came out at the end of our meal. Chimichanga the size of my head. Everything tasted incredible. So fresh. Mild and hot salsa were both great.

Stephen Crowell

We found this place after visiting the Toledo Zoo. We were very pleasantly surprised with the food, the cleanliness, and the great service! Our server, Damari, was extremely welcoming and attentive, setting the vibe for a great dining experience. We strongly recommend El Tipico for a great meal at a very reasonable price. Clean, great food, and excellent service are hard to beat.

Megan Walter

I stumbled upon this delicious, organic restaurant while stopping in Toledo for work. I was headed back home and quickly selected a restaurant for lunch en route to the highway. I am so glad Google brought me here. I had a Mexican pizza and took home frozen chicken tamales for my family for dinner. They heated up wonderfully in our steamer in about 50 min. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Dina. She gave me a restaurant tour and background information about her parents starting the restaurant. The food was amazing and ready quickly. The horchata was so good too. She uses clean, organic ingredients and the flavors were so vibrant! I can't wait to come back.