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Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval - Chicago - Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago, Chicago, IL

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

4.4
4.4
111 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Latin

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Toro Chicago, from critically acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval, is a vibrant Latin restaurant known for seamlessly blending bold Central and South American flavors with the innovative culinary techniques of Chef Sandoval. We offer a bespoke dining experience that celebrates the rich histories of Latin cuisine through a diverse menu, all hosted within a dynamic and lively environment. From tantalizing tapas to inventive entrees, each dish at Toro is crafted with a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin, Latin American, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–11:30 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 565-6644
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gino Landa
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available for 14-64 people. Please inquire for our private offering menu options. More information available on www.torochicago.com/private-events
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    between Wacker Drive and Randolph on Upper Columbus
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA Bus & Train, Randolph / Michigan, Wacker / Columbus.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day at Toro

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
    Ignite your amor this Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable dining experience at Toro Chicago, where Chef Sandoval blends bold Latin flavors with global influence. Savor our specially curated pre-fixe menu, crafted to delight your corazón and palate alike. Enhance your evening with wine pairings or elevate the romance with exclusive experiences at your tableside. Toro's vibrant and chic atmosphere, inspired by Pan-Latin dining, sets the stage for an evening of pasión and connection. Reserve your table now and let the flavors of amor create a night to remember.
    Valentine's Day at Toro Photo

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval in Chicago offers "amazing food" with "intricate flavoring" and "excellent service." The restaurant's ambiance is "really well designed with great style," creating an "inviting" and "elegant" atmosphere. Guests rave about standout dishes like the "ceviche," "smoked guacamole," and "short rib tacos." Perfect for special occasions, Toro promises a "unique culinary journey."

111 Reviews
  1. Haaris

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The service was slow, the hostess was rude, and the music was deafening

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  2. Robert

    VIP

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wagyu beef tiradito and the angry tuna tempura dishes were outstanding. Will be back for sure!

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  3. Ellen

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was great. Service was rather slow and uneven. For example, our apps came about 10 minutes apart and we had to nudge our waiter about water and the check. The noise level at the beginning was great and then was way too loud for conversation. The techno drumming was particularly obnoxious. If you go, make sure you understand that "still water" is $10 a bottle! Ask for tap or whatever is free if this matters to you. We had it removed from our bill, but felt it was sneaky.

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  4. Yasia

    VIP

    Chicago

    69 reviews

    4.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service 10/10, music 10/10, food 7/10 (the restaurant week menu was okay; the sushi roll was fishy, loved churros and a cheesecake). Cocktails were delicious, especially the mezcal one.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Ambiance was on point. Prices were reasonable. The General Manager personally introduced himself and checked us during dinner. The staff was friendly! It was overall an amazing experience and would recommend to anyone.

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  6. Dreana

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance and vibe was amazing. DJ Suave was a great add too. I will be back.

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  7. J

    VIP

    Chicago

    88 reviews

    4.0

    88 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Beautiful venue and great food ruined by extremely loud music reminiscent of a disco dance bar. Hard to have a conversation.

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  8. Will

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The food just missed the mark. What started out good with the drink started to decline fast. The sushi was just okay but nothing that stood out compared to grocery store sushi. The entree was just insulting. I ordered a 14oz rib eye and Mac and cheese. The steak came on a tiny cutting board with 2 potatoes and peppers. There was not enough room on the board for the food and the board moves on the table when trying to cut the steak. Not ideal. I also asked for the steak to be cooked medium rare instead it came out closer to well done. For a $62 steak I expect it to be cooked better than a steak I can get a Texas Roadhouse. Then the Mac and Cheese really lacked flavor. It was cold and no salt was added anywhere. Overall I would not be going back. The quality of the food and the dead atmosphere just does not justify the price point. Don’t listen to TikTok influencers like I did about the restaurant and avoid at all cost.
    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Will, thank you for sharing. It’s disappointing to learn that the food and ambiance did not meet the high standards we strive to deliver every day. We regret that your steak entree and presentation was not served to your liking and the lack of flavor in the mac and cheese. Taste is indeed subjective, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us to enhance our menu offerings going forward. We would like to hear more about your visit. Please email us at chicago.toro@fairmont com or DM us and provide an email or phone number so we can further address this matter. We hope you will consider giving us another chance in the future to provide you with a significantly improved experience that truly reflects the quality and service we aim to offer.

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  9. Wanda

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Server sucked, I was ready to go, she was rude and ignorant. I enjoyed the food but will not be back because of the service.
    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Wanda. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience with our service. While we're glad you enjoyed the food, it's disappointing to learn that the service was less than exceptional. Providing excellent hospitality is very important to us, and we’ll be addressing this matter with our team to ensure improvements are made. We sincerely apologize and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We would like to hear more about your visit. Please email us at chicago.toro@fairmont com or DM us and provide an email or phone number so we can further address this matter.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and spectacular service! This is now on our list of favorite restaurants in Chicago!!!
    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded 3 days ago
    It’s an honor to be on your list of favorite restaurants in Chicago! We’re so pleased that you were able to enjoy all of the wonderful flavors and spectacular service that Toro has to offer. We appreciate your 5 stars and we look forward to seeing you back again soon!

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FAQs

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago is rated 4.4 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    between Wacker Drive and Randolph on Upper Columbus
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–11:30 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin, Latin American, Pan-Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA Bus & Train, Randolph / Michigan, Wacker / Columbus.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gino Landa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 565-6644
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available for 14-64 people. Please inquire for our private offering menu options. More information available on www.torochicago.com/private-events
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