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Toro

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$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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.

What 106 people are saying

Toro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toro offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "wonderful service." The tapas allow for sampling a variety of "delicious dishes," and the paella is a standout. Though the atmosphere can be "loud," the engaging staff and flavorful menu items make it a "must-visit" spot in Boston.
106 Reviews
  1. Floyd

    New Orleans4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    go! You will not be disappointed! The restaurant is amazing!

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  2. Bella

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the bar and had the most amazing server and recommendations!!!!!!

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  3. Samantha

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly an incredible experience!! I was dining alone & got sat right by the kitchen at the bar (some people might hate that but as someone who loves food, this was special!) The food was delicious & the bar staff was LOVELY. I could have LICKED every bowl clean. Not to mention I thought the bill was going to be $$$ but for 3 dishes & a cocktail I was pleasantly surprised. Tuna crudo was insanely tasty .. I drank the remaining sauce. Empanadas were super crispy, had to be adventurous & try out lamb. The shrimp … SO good.

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  4. Nicole VIP

    Greater Boston50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the tapas at Toro since they allow you to taste so many amazing dishes! We especially loved the cheese flan, so wonderful!

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  5. Alfred VIP

    Detroit18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a hiccup with our reservation, but the hostess was doing her best, and took great care of us. Food was delicious! Would definitely return.

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  6. MEGAN VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistently great meal and drinks - love the delicious tapas

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  7. Melissa

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful. We were well taken care of by the staff yet never felt overwhelmed by them. I particularly recommend the tomato bread and the salt cod croquette. Everything we ate was amazing.

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  8. DavidW

    San Antonio14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Fantastic food. Truly a bar experience. L O U D A F!

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  9. LH12

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the bar, bartender was friendly and helpful with suggestions. Didn’t wait for seats even though we were early. Music is hip hop which I love, but def got louder as it got later. Paella is amazing and cheese/meat board was large and yummy. So nice to see a long standing restaurant still maintain quality!

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  10. lynne VIP

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was a bit rushed but the food was amazing!

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FAQs

Toro is rated 4.7 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
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  5. South End

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Booked 62 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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