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Toro

$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.

Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ken Oringer, Jamie Bissonnette

From the OpenTable editors: Prolific James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer brings a taste of Barcelona to Boston at this charming South End restaurant. Plates of exceptional tapas and pintxos paired with exciting drinks served in a rustic space with wooden furniture feel like an evening out in the beachy Spanish city. So will lingering on the patio with drinks like the coffee liqueur- and passionfruit-based Pasión Bayamón cocktail on warmer days.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 536-4300
  • Website
    http://toro-restaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1704 Washington St, 0, Boston, 02118-3307
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Large Party Reservation (Parties of 7-12)

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate with us at our vibrant venue on our exclusive high-top tables, reserved just for your large party. Should the group size drop to 6 or fewer, sharing the table may be required. Enjoy delicious food and drinks in a communal setting perfect for fostering togetherness and creating lasting memories. Our staff is here to make your experience exceptional. Let's make your celebration unforgettable! Please note that a 3% fee will be added to all checks to help support our kitchen staff.

Menu

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What 46 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toro offers an "amazing selection of delicious food" with standout dishes like dates with ham and deviled eggs. Guests praise the restaurant's "cozy atmosphere" and "fantastic service," making it a top spot for tapas in Boston. While the ambiance is lively, some find the music too loud. Overall, Toro is a "must-visit" for food enthusiasts seeking vibrant dining experiences.

46 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food and service were both really good. The drinks were also well prepared. The music however was entirely too loud and not appropriate for the night. They also crammed all the tables together despite there not being a large crowd.

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  2. Rosana

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was awesome ! Great experience Food and drinks 👌🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  3. Travis

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toro is the best. I would recommend this place anytime.

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  4. Donald

    Naples

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable dinner at Toro as always!! Paella is a must the 1/2 portion is more than enough for two.

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  5. Matt

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a well-oiled machine. The food is consistently good, service is fast, and the atmosphere is cozy. Reservations are important for this spot because of how solid it is.

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  6. Ben

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing selection of delicious food complemented by incredible drinks served to us by thoughtful, courteous, funny people The dates with ham and the deviled eggs were sublime

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  7. Marjan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I went there with my friends for my bday , everything we ordered was delicious, and yummy, our server was nice, friendly and attentive I would definitely recommend and will go back

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  8. Tori

    Yosemite

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great, bustling restaurant with great food, cozy and fun scene.

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  9. Cheryl

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great night out! We had 5:45 reservations at the bar. We arrived 25 minutes early but were promptly seated. It was quite busy already! Our bartender/waiter made us feel welcome immediately. He was knowledgeable about the food and wine and had a great suggestion for a substitute for the Sauvignon Blanc that was not available. My husband made the observation that the staff all looked like they enjoyed their jobs. The food was over the top - perfectly prepared. Not one complaint. The attention to service and food, especially considering the pace at which everyone was working made for a perfect evening.

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  10. Josef

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is amazing as was the service. The music is way too loud.

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FAQs

Toro is rated 4.7 stars by 46 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Toro

1704 Washington St, 0, Boston, 02118-3307

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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