As far as places to eat near the downtown of Henderson there is not a lot to choose from that are not fast food. My wife and I really enjoy good Mexican food and we had not found one we liked since moving to Henderson. A co-worker had given their recommendation for El-Torito as a great place to eat that has very good authentic food. Once I got my wife to go in and try it she is now hooked. This is a once a week treat for us. It is a bit pricey but I will pay more for a good meal if I know the consistency will be there. I don't think we have gone there when there were not at least 10 cars parked out front at any given time. Sometimes double that. It's a good indication of a great place to eat.