Toro

11/25/09

Perfect night out

by LoverofSpas at Citysearch

I've been to Toro 15 or more time. Never been disapointed- never. I've taken friends- people I work with- family....they've all fallen in love the same way I have. Perfect cocktails and wonderful food...married with a great feeling spot!!!

• Pros: love the salted peppers
• Cons: parking...I guess...but this is Boston

11/15/09

Great place but we felt sick afterward

by bostonmark at Citysearch

My wife and I have been here for the 2nd time because we thought it was such a cool place with awesome food. Had a great time and if you want to feel "in the know", than this is the place. Its even packed on a random Tuesday evening!

But this time my wife and I went home and felt really sick afterward. Im not saying its food poisoning but it definitely had in impact. It could be the 2lbs of butter on the corn and other tapas. Who knows!?

We will try it again and hope we get home without hugging the porcelain god.

• Pros: Atmosphere, drink menu, food
• Cons: Wait times...no res accepted

07/11/09

Great food, mediocre service

by sparrowwithabell at Citysearch

I can't comment the authenticity but I think Toro so far is the best when compared to Dali or Tapeo. The food are much delicately prepared and .. adventurous. I think the corn, beef tongue, octopus cerviche are some of the best to name a few. I have been back there more than a couple of times.

The cons are: no reservation. And, they don't seat until all the parties show up. It's hard for a large group. It's true the service aren't that great, but I tend to ignore them (even they might be rushing me..) For the food, I'm willing to put up with this. To get a seat promptly, I tend to go there around 5.45 p.m., after that, there is a long wait ...

• Pros: Food
• Cons: service, no reservation

05/22/09

Tapas that turns you on

by LorrieP at Citysearch

We tried this amazing little place for the first time, and we had a fantastic night which started with delicious red wine. You get the impression from the decor and general vibe that you really are in Spain, and the food is certainly delicious. We did an assortment of tapas plates and desserts and almost all of them were very good, particularly the Yellowfin tuna with citrus and soy. However, if you are a vegetarian, there are not a ton of choices if you don't eat fish.

• Pros: Hot vibe, awesome wine, delicious food
• Cons: They forgot to bring one of the things we ordered

03/31/09

Spain was never this good

by Plunkadelic at Citysearch

It's always a party at Toro. It's a place where you can't help but have a good time, enjoy your friends, and feel the buzz.

• Pros: The amazing little plates, especially the corn
• Cons: Well, it's too crowded

11/19/08

Fantastic every time

by BostonAshley at Citysearch

A great way to sample the delicious, creative dishes from Ken Orringer. I'm impressed each time with how many plates we get for what the bill totals to - a good deal for a high end place.

• Cons: crowded

08/20/08

Some of the best food in Boston, hands down

by j382 at Citysearch

What some people don't know about this place is the empenadas are made by this woman in her home. Then she delivers them to Toro, and they cook and serve them. They are the most delicious thing I've ever tasted, not to mention, home made! The staff is great, Mojito's are yummy, and it's nice that you can see the kitchen, so you know it's clean. The sangria leaves something to be desired, but they do put delicious fresh orange and apple slices in it. They are good to munch on between bread slices. Also, you absolutely have to get the corn. I know everyone probably says that, but it's amazing.

• Pros: Amazing Tapas, good for groups of friends
• Cons: You leave smelling like the fireplace burning inside!

08/01/08

Great food that is inexpensive

by geoff2424 at Citysearch

Fun restaurant with outstanding food. The grilled corn with pepper and aged cheese was incredible, I broke my don't eat corn on the cob in public rule for it, and would do so again!

The menu showcases non traditional items that you don't see at other restaurants, I would suggest being adventurous and try new things here. The sweetbreads were excellent. I was even surprised at the value of the food. The outdoor seating is great for the summer as well.

07/10/08

One of the city's most acclaimed chefs provides the South End with an edgy, foodie take on a modern tapas bar.

by Contributor at Citysearch

Chef/Owner Ken Oringer replicates the success of Clio and Uni, his pair of award-winning Back Bay restaurants, with this stylish, open-kitchen tapas bar. Refreshingly located on the gritty-meets-gentrification edge of the South End, Toro lists its daily menu on a large chalkboard, and communal tables only add to the effusive social vibe. You can bet on most evenings thronged with guests, happily nibbling from plates of filled dates wrapped in ham, octopus ceviche or the cult-favorite grilled corn. The bar's drinks are first-rate, from a smart wine list to excellent cocktails ranging from classic Calimocho to a heady Ward 8.

Photo courtesy of Toro

06/27/08

The most amazing food experiencee period...

by sjpath at Citysearch

In addition to offering the best and most creative spanish cuisine, Toro offers a truly amazing food tasting experience period. I have experienced tapas restaurants in San Franciso, Chicago, New York and Miami and Toro is far and above the best I have had. Atmosphere is vibrant, wine selection is phenomenal. Service can be slow due to crowds