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Toro

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$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
1704 Washington St, 0, Boston, 02118-3307

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
  • 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 171 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toro is a vibrant tapas hotspot in Boston, celebrated for its "amazing food" and "attentive service." The standout dishes include paella, corn, and bone marrow. The atmosphere is lively, though often "loud," enhancing its energetic vibe. Perfect for food enthusiasts, Toro promises a memorable dining experience.
171 Reviews
  1. Rana

    Cancun / Riviera Maya1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outdoors, the food was great and so is the service

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  2. Lewis

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Toro delivers great food at affordable prices once again. We have been enjoying Toro for Father’s Day for years and it never disappoints!

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  3. Scott

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing and the support staff was great. We only saw our server twice...

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  4. Brian VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very delicious meal, I was in from out of town and love Ken Oringer’s restaurant in cooking. It was a Friday night. The place was hopping, super loud. Yes I’m 64 and my date was 70 but wow, it was loud. Service was really good, very quick and efficient, the food was delicious. Definitely go back but in the good weather, I might think about sitting out on the patio.

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  5. Tara VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and amazing service. Such a fun experience, definitely recommended

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  6. Janet VIP

    Greater Boston36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, terrific service, and the food is outstanding. Never disappointed.

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  7. Stacy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hadn’t been back to Toronto in many years. It’s amazing to know they still have their fastball. The food was as amazing as I remembered. The service was attentive but not obtrusive. Our meal was perfectly paced. Can’t wait to go back.

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  8. Wayne

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is amazing, the corn, bone marrow, and paella are the best in the city. The service was inattentive at best. We waited for over 30 minutes between courses and the server seemed completely confused about what we ordered and that we were still waiting on dishes.

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  9. David

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Toro has a nice vibe and the service was good. The food was just not very good. We like tapas and have tried several places. This place had a lot of good buzz so we were excited to check it out. I don’t think we will be back.

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  10. Delkin VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, cocktails and service. It was our first time there and we will come back for sure.

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FAQs

Toro is rated 4.7 stars by 171 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 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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