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Toro Boston Reviews
Bit understaffed.
Most the tapas are good. The oysters were not. Multiple drugged out ppl were trying to get comfy in the outdoor seating and when staff would ask them to leave, they got a bit aggressive. Staff would have to get aggressive back at them. Was pretty
Phenomenal food! Each item had a different flavor profile
Phenomenal food! Each item had a different flavor profile and the combinations were so unique. We ordered all vegetarian items and enjoyed them a lot! The service and ambiance were also good. Keep in mind, it does get loud in there quick as the place
Meh, disappointed.
I moved from Boston last year, and had always thought of Toro as one of my favorite restaurants. Ken Oringer, the owner, is a James Beard-award winning chef. One would think the food would still be amazing, just because of that accolade. Sadly, no. W
Food is consistently good here.
We got a table outside this time and ordered a few different dishes - enjoyed the crab croquettes, eggplant, and seafood paella (sans chorizo). My friend enjoyed the bone marrow. Mixed views on the butternut squash with harissa - I liked the crisp bu
Hubby got a reservation for dinner here for our last night
Hubby got a reservation for dinner here for our last night in Boston. The restaurant is bursting with energy. We sat at the bar and it felt pretty cramped for me. I felt like I couldn't comfortably lift my arms up to pick up my fork to eat. We
The atmosphere at Toro is vibrant and lively, perfect for a
The atmosphere at Toro is vibrant and lively, perfect for a night out. The service was excellent - the staff were very friendly and even treated us to an extra glass of wine, which was a nice surprise. As for the food, we tried the Chef's Tasti
It's been awhile since me and the wife went out to enjoy a
It's been awhile since me and the wife went out to enjoy a nice little dinner. I'm glad I was able to get reservation here. Probably one of the best tapas restaurants around Boston area. Did not know what to expect in terms of food and
It was crowded, so we expected good things.
We ordered a lot of food, and it was a study in mediocrity. The octopus was flabby and flavorless, the paella was mushy, the drinks weren't very good, and all six of us had gastrointestinal distress the next day (both ends, folks). Buyer bewar
It was a lovely unusually warm night so we decided to go to
It was a lovely unusually warm night so we decided to go to Toro and take a seat at their outdoor tables. That was the best part of the evening. We were very disappointed especially after reading the other reviews. The tortila espanola was more like
Food is consistently good here.
We got a table outside this time and ordered a few different dishes - enjoyed the crab croquettes, eggplant, and seafood paella (sans chorizo). My filtirnd enjoyed the bone marrow. Mixed views on the butternut squash with harissa - I liked the crisp
My partner and I shared the blush & bashful drink,
My partner and I shared the blush & bashful drink, croquetas de bacalao (salt cod croquettes), pulpo a la plantxa (grilled octopus), patatas bravas, setas y huevo (mushroom ragú), and escalivada catalana (smoked eggplant) - TASTE: 4/5 - been me
The food was delicious and we order multiple tapas.
As we were sitting outside, a little noise was along street . The good food and good service!
I'm glad we decided to go here for a birthday / end of
I'm glad we decided to go here for a birthday / end of summer celebration dinner. We reserved a patio table which I was nervous for if it got chilly but it turned out to be the right move- inside it was so loud from the crowd and the music that
I had a very good dinner here.
I got the blush & bashful to drink and it was very tasty. The food was delicious also I loved everything - patatas bravas, eggplant dip, grilled octopus, and duck. The octopus was not at all rubbery and it was very nicely charred! Overall great t
If you love extreme noise and a rude waiter, this is a place for you
If you love, extreme noise, extremely loud music, and very tight seating arrangements, this might be the very place for you. Furthermore, if you’d love to be contradicted by a waiter in a most rude manner, this might also be perfect for you. The fo
Crowded, super noisy and garlicky
They pack the restaurant with so many people one can hardly breathe in there. Food is very good but terribly garlicky. They also charge a lot for each mini plate they offer… using the tapas system they get you into ordering many overpriced small ga
not my favourite
Very crowded, tables really close together - music so loud that you could not talk to your partner - tried several appetizers but we were not overwhelmed. Would not go again.
Left in 30 minutes
VERY loud with tables literally about 4-6 inches apart. You could hear everything neighboring tables were saying but very little of your partner's comments. I like a dry white wine with Mediterranean food but none available (excluding two bubb
Really great food, good atmosphere, fun menu and good
Really great food, good atmosphere, fun menu and good service . My only critique would be that they should maybe remove a two top to make some more room, we had to move our table to get in/out of the booth. Aside from that, it was great!
I had impeccable service at the bar.
Knowledgeable and friendly staff who were more than willing to make recommendations. I was dining alone which is tough with tapas, so wish I could have tried more dishes but I was stuffed after the dates and grilled octopus! Highly recommend!
Top Top Tapas
We went with some local friends who have been multiple times and it was possibly the best Tapas I have had. Amazing knowledgeable staff who could not enough to help. Food sensational. So much flavour. We loved it.
Toros got to be one of my favorite restaurants in Boston.
This was one of my first restaurants I went to when I moved to Boston 3 years ago and it holds up year after year. The food is delicious. The oysters are a must and so is the pork steak, mushrooms, and gambas. The bravas bomb is the most iconic. The
Ok
Good service. I must start by a positive, service (Matthew) was great, the terrace was nice. Had the Bone marrow, ternera tartar, chorizo, vieiras, fig and mojama. Bone marrow was a bit too sweet, mojama was really good, tartar was great, chorizo not
My experience at Toro was mixed.
Bonnie was the rudest and most condescending manager I've encountered. Her attitude detracted from an otherwise very good restaurant. While everything tasted good, especially the foie gras, but I wished the portions were larger given the price points
Tried this place out.
Have to say I was disappointed with a few things. First of all the manager Bonnie is extremely rude. This type of person should not be working in any hospitality type job. The food is very good but the prices are unreasonable compared to the sizes of
Small portions, high prices, meh execution
We ordered classic tapas-- we could. not believe how small the portions were for the prize. Cerdo Iberico was great-- GTOTM drink was nice--after that not so good-- bread was served in small portions so we had to keep asking for refills, the tortill
Not sure why this place has such good reviews, I was very
Not sure why this place has such good reviews, I was very underwhelmed when dining here. Although the presentation of each dish was nice, I can't say that there was any dish that had a wow factor. Except for the empanada, most of the dishes lacked fl
Overall the food and drinks were good but the loud and
Overall the food and drinks were good but the loud and crowded atmosphere unfortunately detracted from my enjoyment. Food: All the dishes were very tasty albeit on the pricey side. The octopus was our favorite, it was super tender and went perfectl
Fantastic food, service and ambiance at Toro! Great
Fantastic food, service and ambiance at Toro! Great vegetarian dishes, we especially loved the paella with tofu and the carrots. The eggplant and the goat cheese were also good.
Fantastic.
We had so many dishes and everything was so good. The mushroom and potatoes were among my favorites. Can't go wrong with churros as a sweet option. The place itself was smaller than I initially thought but it made for a super nice dinner ambiance.
Food: Asado was so good - bone marrow was small but
Food: Asado was so good - bone marrow was small but delicious. I loved with having with bread. It had different flavors every time I had it and they were equally delicious. Vegan paella was not too bad. Would've enjoyed more if there was more seasoni
A Hidden Gem
Last night, I stumbled upon Toro on Washington Street while celebrating my daughter's birthday, and what a delightful surprise it turned out to be! This tapas bar exudes style and charm. The food was simply amazing, the drinks were top-notch, and the
Worst Boston experience
My partner made a reservation two weeks ago to have dinner at 7:30. We showed up early to see if perhaps we could have dinner earlier. We were told no, and to come back at 7:30. We paid for an Uber to come and drop us off at the restaurant. Upon arri
Avoid at all costs if you value your time and sanity - do not go to toro!!!
The service was abysmal, with staff members had a level of incompetence and rude behavior that was truly astonishing. We were left feeling neglected and frustrated, ultimately leading us to end our dinner plans and leave early. It's a shame that such
The food is always great and the ambience is fun and lively.
It's likely going to be full, leaving you with quite a wait. However, the host staff makes every effort to get you seated as quickly and easily as possible. The bartenders are knowledgeable and patient. It's not ideal for groups, because space is so
It's not even one star.
Literally the worst place I've ever been to. The front desk and waiters were so rude. And disrespectful. Do not ever go to this place ever.
Toro is dark, loud, and intimate.
The music is blasting fun bops, but the tables are incredibly close together. For a dinner for 2 at 7pm on a Saturday, we were gently ushered out around the two hour mark. While I understand that they are turning tables, it would have been nice to
burrata 3.
5/5 - burrata with some sort of citrus fruit? it was pretty good gambas al ajillo 4/5 - grilled really well and has good flavor pulpo a la plantxa 4/5 - octopus cooked really, really well valencia paella 3/5 - not too much flavor, but decent sang
It was ok.
I had gone to Barcelona a week before (another tapas restaurant nearby) and it was WAY cheaper with very comparable food and drinks. Basically got the same amount of dishes/# of drinks and toro was almost double the money with tip. Very small and wei
I stopped into this place on a whim and boy am I glad that
I stopped into this place on a whim and boy am I glad that I did. Very small place with a TON of flavor. The tostadas with the tuna was insane. Flavorful and fresh and the cilantro pulls the whole thing together. The burrata and radish dish was next
Really enjoyed my trip to Toro! Came with a group of 4 and
Really enjoyed my trip to Toro! Came with a group of 4 and were able to split a bunch of small plates. The patatas bravas, goat cheese, and empanadas were definitely the highlights for me!! Delicious. We also got the paella, and sliders as well as
The food was fantastic! Some of the best tapas we've ever
The food was fantastic! Some of the best tapas we've ever had. Our favorites were the filete ibérico and the cachete de res. The deviled eggs are underrated and delicious! Service was very friendly and fast. It has a good ambiance too- my only compl
spectacular.
went for birthday dinner and they gave a special birthday menu - great vibe great food great drinks great atmosphere and more affordable than anticipated
This was a good restaurant/bar.
The food felt authentic and the paella was so good! I'd go bar. The ambiance was great in the evening, in terms of lighting.
Great food and atmosphere, a little too tight at the bar
Great atmosphere-very much like similar places in Europe-very friendly and knowledgeable bartenders on food and drink. The Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp) was the best I have had anywhere-get extra bread to soak up the sauce (the bread was also exce
Wow!!!
Phenomenal!!! Incredible!! Top 10 Tapas!! Service, food, drink. All on point! We'll be back!! Staff was the best. Don't change a thing!!
Take me to Espana! Amazing Spanish tapas at this South End restaurant.
Take me back to Espana! Fantastic tapas and attentive waitstaff at this Spanish restaurant in the South End. The tomato pizza was good. The octopus, empanadas and potatoes were flavorful and very good. The beef sliders were very good! All tapas were
Always Great
This was my fourth time and as in the past, everything was great. Service and atmosphere is always attentive and lively. Good always perfect. The paellas are fantastic. Go with friends/family and go hungry!
Great food, noisy and lively
We made reservations and were seated shortly after arriving. The server was friendly and efficient. The food was very good and we tried variety of dishes. The restaurant is crowded and noisy which could be seen as fun and lively. In our case, it w
Great dinner after a terrible lunch
Great dinner after a terrible lunch elsewhere
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