With its bright decor, dangling piñatas and walls adorned with glass liquor bottles, El Matador restaurant in Costa Mesa looks ready for a party. And that’s just what’s on tap Thursday as the owners ...

Ever since chef Juan Alvarado moved from El Salvador to the U.S. at age 16, he has worked in restaurants, turning out cuisine ranging from Salvadoran and Colombian to Spanish, Italian and Mexican. His ...

It's fast-paced, it's gritty, and it's got style to spare, but El Matador is also one of the most infuriatingly unbalanced shooters in years. If anyone has a clue about what Plastic Reality ...

It was a time of transition in 2016 for Fayetteville's El Matador Mexican Bar and Grill. The local dining favorite has upgraded to a new building in a new location, but the authentic food and friendly ...