Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

Name: Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago
Address: 200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL, United States, 60601
Telephone: (312) 565-6644
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (268)

$30 and under

Contemporary Latin

200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

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2 people

Jun 25, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

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
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Latin, Latin American, Pan-Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 7:00 am–12:00 am Thu–Sat 7:00 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(312) 565-6644
Website
https://www.torochicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Alexander Quintero
Private party facilities
Toro Chicago offers a vibrant, welcoming space for private dining events of 10 - 285 guests. Just steps from Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile, enjoy pan-Latin cuisine from Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Venezuela, and beyond — paired with specialty cocktails, a DJ, and live entertainment.
Private party contact
Mahin Wadia: (312) 565-6644

Location
200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
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

Tacos y Margaritas Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Happy Hour at Toro Chicago is Monday - Friday from 4pm - 6pm. Join us for tacos y margaritas happy hour at Toro Chicago featuring $8 margaritas, a $20 margarita flight, and $5 tacos!
Bottomless Brunch
Multiple dates available
Ready to turn your weekend all the way up? Our Bottomless Brunch is stacked with all your favorites — from savory chicken and waffles to seafood enchiladas and sweet granola parfait — and yes, you can repeat as many times as you want from our welcome spread. We start the experience with a full spread of healthy and guilty pleasures that you can have on repeat for up to 2 hours. Then select from Chef Richard Sandoval's brunch specialties including shrimp enchiladas, churrasco & eggs and our delicious huevos rancheros. Finishing it all off with our Mexican churros and cuernito filled with bananas and dulce de leche. But Toro doesn't stop there. BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS — because one is never enough Bloody Mary & Michelada Cart — made tableside your way, with all the fixings. If this is not your choice, we also offer a la carte. This isn’t just your regular brunch. This is brunch made Latin.
Sunday Drag Brunch
Jun 8, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025
We are thrilled to host Drag Brunch every Sunday this June at Toro! Enjoy fabulous performances, vibrant energy, and our delicious brunch menu. Whether you are celebrating Pride or looking for a fun weekend outing, our Queens will spice up your Sunday. Reserve your spot now – seats fill up fast!

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Ceviche Amarillo$24.00
Tuna, aji amarillo, leche de tigre, mango, cucumber, red onion
Shrimp Cocktail Aguachile$24.00
Red Fresno chili, avocado, horseradish
Wagyu Beef Tiradito$26.00
Takati tenderloin, cancha crisps, truffle ponzu, yuzu kosho, chili powder
Lobster Maki Roll$26.00
Miso-marinated lobster, avocado, crispy potatoes, aji macho, chalauata mango, yuzu ponzu, yuzu butter
Angry Tuna Tempura Roll$22.00
Spicy tuna, cucumber, avocado, black tobiko, sweet chili sauce, yuzu kosho aioli, sesame
Acevichado Nikkei Roll$22.00
White fish tiradito, leche de tigre, togarashi aioli, shrimp tempura, kabayaki

Starters

Cachapas$19.00
Venezuelan sweet corn pancake, Spanish manchego, mozzarella, sour cream, pico de gallo
Grilled Octopus$25.00
Miso panca sauce, aji rice foam, fennel, achiote
Short Rib Tacos$24.00
Chili de arbol, salsa verde, crispy potatoes
Sweet Corn Empanadas$19.00
Aji amarillo, avocado purée, Spanish manchego, chimichurri

Soup & Salads

Butternut Squash Soup$16.00
Roasted squash, coconut foam, pepita, gala apple
Kale Salad$17.00
Cherry tomatoes, grapes, candied cancha, orange-white balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad$18.00
Goat cheese emulsion, caramelized walnut, apple vinegar powder, green apple, beet vinaigrette

Specialties

Salmon Achiote Ponzu$41.00
Kimchi marinade, bacon morita jam, braised bok choy, cauliflower purée, achiote ponzu
Zarandeado$43.00
Grilled catch of the day, zarandeado aioli, grilled avocado, corn pico de gallo, coleslaw, grilled lemon
Cusco Chicken$36.00
Cusco marinade, criolla salsa, mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini, charred lemon
Lomo Saltado$44.00
Beef tenderloin, creamy rice, soy sauce, crispy potatoes, rocoto aioli
Short Rib Chaufa$38.00
Slow cooked beef rib, Peruvian fried rice, pickled shimeji, fried garlic, truffle yakiniku, sesame
Grilled Cauliflower$28.00
Chimichurri, chili-peanut sauce, poblano cheese sauce
Scallops & Pork Belly$52.00
Peruvian creamed corn, cherry tomatoes, snap pea, mojo butter, plum glaze

From the Grill

Churrasco$130.00
Colorado lamb chops, prime ribeye, Argentinian chorizo, chicken thighs
36 oz Prime Tomahawk$180.00
Mezcal flambé, bone marrow butter
8 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon$64.00
14 oz Rib Eye$68.00
Rack of Lamb$71.00
Ajillo sauce
Grilled Tiger Prawns$48.00
Ajillo sauce

Sides

Esquites Mac & Cheese$14.00
Charred corn, chipotle crema, cotija, cilantro, tajín breadcrumbs
Grilled Asparagus$14.00
Miso aioli, tahina avocado foam, sesame
Grilled Avocado$14.00
Grilled corn pico de gallo
Potato Three Ways$14.00
Crispy potatoes, roasted fingerling, mashed potatoes, ancho sauce
Heirloom Carrots$14.00
Pepita pistou, cashew nut aioli, passion fruit honey glaze
Toro Fries$14.00
Cotija, aji tartar, pickled chili, truffle oil

What 268 people are saying

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago 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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval in Chicago offers a vibrant fusion of Latin and Asian flavors in a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "amazing service." Highlights include the swordfish dip, short rib tacos, and sushi. While some note service delays, the restaurant remains a "great addition" to the city's dining scene.

268 Reviews

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paola VIP
New York City14 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ignasio was fantastic as was the rest of the staff.
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Ignacio and the rest of the team made your experience fantastic. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words—they’ll be thrilled to know they made such a lasting impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Fernanda
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Súper delicioso excelente servicio demasiado atentos los asistentes la comida es demasiado delicioso
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
¡Muchísimas gracias por tu reseña de 5 estrellas! Nos alegra mucho saber que te encantó la comida y que recibiste un excelente servicio de nuestro equipo. En Toro, nos encanta que cada visita sea especial, ¡y nos alegra haberte brindado una experiencia increíble!
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Brienne VIP
Atlanta9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent excellent food! Literally every dish & drink was superb! Service was great and the atmosphere was too. The Mariachi was a great added touch. Took my Dad for Father’s Day & he thoroughly enjoyed it. Will be back!
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
Thank you, Brienne! We’re excited to hear how much you and your dad had such a great time with us at Toro, especially on such a special occasion like Father’s Day. Knowing that our dishes, drinks, and service all hit the mark means a lot to our team. We’re also glad you enjoyed the Mariachi touch—that’s one of our favorite ways to bring a bit of extra joy to the experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious food, refreshing drinks. ¡Salud!
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Carlos VIP
Nashville9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an awesome dinner!! Food was delicious cocktails were on point and the server was amazing!
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Marchele
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing food. I would rate it a 10/10. I would defiantly recommend going!!
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
Thank you so much for the glowing recommendation, Marchele! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit to Toro and would rate us 10/10! Your satisfaction is our priority and it’s a pleasure we were able to impress you with such an outstanding visit!
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Daniel VIP
Chicago / Illinois11 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was great (personable and professional). The food was excellent (however, the kitchen was inexplicably slow considering it was still early on a Friday and not busy)
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Daniel! It's so rewarding to hear that you loved the food and appreciated the personable and professional service from your server. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to our team. We’re sorry to hear that the kitchen was slower than expected, especially during a quieter time. We want every part of your experience at Toro to be exceptional. We hope you're looking forward to your next visit as much as we look forward to your return!
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Sarah
Philadelphia County1 review
4.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Sushi and beet salad were delicious. Scallops and pork belly were also very good but the corn side was VERY sweet.
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Sarah! Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the sushi, beet salad, scallops, and pork belly. Your kind words mean a lot to us. Your feedback on the corn side is noted and we look forward to another culinary adventure in the near future!
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Barbara VIP
Mississippi16 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was better than average but nothing amazing. Guacamole was very good but they literally gave us 5 chips to go with it. Why? Then make us ask for more. Despite ordering their quick lunch, it was anything but and I had to grab a water pitcher from the bar to refill our own waters. The lunch came with a to go coffee but we had to remind the waiter and then this took another 10 minutes. It was fine but try something else unless you must have something in this vicinity.
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Barabara, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent visit to Toro. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the guacamole, but we're disappointed to learn that other aspects of your experience fell short of expectations. We take pride in our team's ability to provide excellent service, so we are discouraged your service was subpar. We genuinely hope that you will consider giving us another opportunity to show you the dedicated service that we aspire to provide at Toro!
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Daniel VIP
Chicago / Illinois10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great decor and vibe for the area that desperately needs a little cultural flair however the food could have used some TLC. The empanadas are fried too hard leaving a dry shell - my recommendation to the chef is consider baking instead to balance out the richness of the filling. The Cubano was unfortunately a disappointment, day(s) old bread completely dried out while pressed paired with what also seemed to be pork a day or two old came out luke warm, and lack of depth and desperately needed moisture. However, the swordfish dip and the Cachapas are very well executed. I would say a few tweaks in the prep kitchen should resolve most of these issues. Lots of potential here.
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 10, 2025
Hi Daniel! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your experience at Toro. We truly appreciate your insights and are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the decor, vibe, swordfish dip, and cachapas. Your kind words about the atmosphere and certain menu items mean a lot to us, as we love to create a unique and enjoyable dining experience for every guest. We’re always evolving and making service enhancements based on feedback like yours. We hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back soon, so you can experience an impeccable dining experience!
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Ram VIP
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
They are understaffed. We booked the private dining room for a gathering of 12 people. The bottomless brunch selection felt a bit limited, especially in items that were "for the table" because our party did not particularly want the beef skewer, which was tough in the first round and better cooked next round. The huevos rancheros sauce was a bit too sour. However, the chicken and waffles was excellent, and had a nice spicy sauce with it. The churros were good however, the banana croissant sandwich was confusing and unsatisfying. I could not understand whether it was trying to be a paris brest, cannoli, or a japanese fruit cream sandwich. Drinks were okay. The mango mocktail was great. The bottomless bubbles left much to be desired. One member of our party ordered a hugo spritz but was delivered a champagne cocktail. Additionally, the glasses and accoutrement were inconsistent. However the bellini was good and used passionfruit instead of peach.
Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoResponded on June 10, 2025
Hi Ram, we’re so delighted to hear that you enjoyed our chicken and waffles with the spicy sauce, the churros, and the mango mocktail! Knowing what stood out helps us continue to deliver dishes our guests love. That being said, we're sorry to hear parts of your experience fell short. We're committed to providing exceptional service and offering variety, especially for gatherings like yours, so your feedback is appreciated and has been shared with the team. We appreciate your patience as we work towards creating an effortless and delightful experience for all our guests. We hope you’ll give us another chance to host you and your guests in the future.
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Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago is rated 4.3 stars by 268 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 25, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 13 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
Mon–Wed, Sun 7:00 am–12:00 am Thu–Sat 7:00 am–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
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
Alexander Quintero
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

Website
https://www.torochicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 565-6644
Private party facilities
Toro Chicago offers a vibrant, welcoming space for private dining events of 10 - 285 guests. Just steps from Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile, enjoy pan-Latin cuisine from Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Venezuela, and beyond — paired with specialty cocktails, a DJ, and live entertainment.
Private party contact
Mahin Wadia: (312) 565-6644

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Tacos y Margaritas Happy Hour

Bottomless Brunch

Sunday Drag Brunch

Agave Private Dining Room

Agave Room

Tahona

Tahona Lounge

Toro Chicago (Full Buyout)

Custom inquiry

For the Table

Smoked Guacamole$19.00

Smoked Swordfish Dip$19.00

Suviche Bar

Ceviche Amarillo$24.00

Shrimp Cocktail Aguachile$24.00

Wagyu Beef Tiradito$26.00

Lobster Maki Roll$26.00

Angry Tuna Tempura Roll$22.00

Acevichado Nikkei Roll$22.00

Starters

Cachapas$19.00

Grilled Octopus$25.00

Short Rib Tacos$24.00

Sweet Corn Empanadas$19.00

Soup & Salads

Butternut Squash Soup$16.00

Kale Salad$17.00

Roasted Beet Salad$18.00

Specialties

Salmon Achiote Ponzu$41.00

Zarandeado$43.00

Cusco Chicken$36.00

Lomo Saltado$44.00

Short Rib Chaufa$38.00

Grilled Cauliflower$28.00

Scallops & Pork Belly$52.00

From the Grill

Churrasco$130.00

36 oz Prime Tomahawk$180.00

8 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon$64.00

14 oz Rib Eye$68.00

Rack of Lamb$71.00

Grilled Tiger Prawns$48.00

Sides

Esquites Mac & Cheese$14.00

Grilled Asparagus$14.00

Grilled Avocado$14.00

Potato Three Ways$14.00

Heirloom Carrots$14.00

Toro Fries$14.00

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