El Trompo Taco Bar & Cactus Grill
Mexican in Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto
Part of Kensington Market and Chinatown
#1,870 in Toronto. 35 Redditors across 49 mentions, Oct 2023 to Sep 2026.
What Reddit says
A small Kensington Market Mexican spot praised for friendly staff, low prices and tasty food. Huitlacoche quesadillas are a noted dish. A long-time regular loves it, while one person finds it overrated.
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In their words
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“El Trompo in Kensington , and then you MUST take then to dufferin and eglinton for Alebrijes. Neither will disappoint!”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “The patio at El Trompo is nice and shady with some kid-friendly options”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jun 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “La Chingada on Dundas W or El Trompo in Kensington Market are some of my favorites for lowkey/budget friendly”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, May 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “el trompo is super underrated, cutest little Mexican spot with sweet staff, good prices and super tasty food.”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, May 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Very traditional and authentic Mexican can be found at El Trompo - one of my faves in the city.”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, May 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “this place is an important stop for someone who wants to know about Toronto's taco scene.”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “El Trompo is better”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Sep 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “El trompo”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Aug 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “A lime margarita and a bowl of guacamole from El Trompo is Kensington never disappoints”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, Oct 2023Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “el trompo in kensington”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Dec 2025Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “El Trompo is definitely more like food in Mexico - or at least Mexico City”
Mixedr/FoodToronto, Sep 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “El Trompo in Kensington Market is a good place to have some quesadillas.”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab)
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