Good food has to be shared, that's a rule of life. Toro specializes in tasteful options that are small enough to share with family and friends. From corn slathered in cheese, aoli and lime to churros, olives and fish the options are ongoing. Stop by and make sure to bring a friend as the point is to share. Toro is a great place to catch up and at the same time eat flavorful dishes with a kick! read more

Toro - @stayeatinbruh approved! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Modern feel, with an upscale feel and amazing ambience, even when seated at the bar. Dishes were all flavorful, balanced and unique. read more

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Always amazing, always delicious. Service is quality and so is every dish that comes out of this kitchen. I've been twice now and have had equally stellar meals both times. The staff is incredibly friendly and inviting, servers are well versed in the offerings and it shows in the way they recommend wines to pair, etc. read more

Toro - Grilled octopus - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Toro deserves a Michelin star. This is my second voyage to Toro. Always busy in a good way. Even better than Mexican inspired food in San Diego. Delicious menu and specials. Bougie cocktails. Try the burnt corn mezcal Maiz Humo. Great service front of the house, great kitchen alchemy in the back of the house. Six of of five stars. Don't tell anyone about this place because I want to keep coming back and get a seat. read more

Toro - Maiz, Humo - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great place for tapas in the South End! It's a bustling, good kind of loud, busy place! Went with a party of 3, had to wait about 10 minutes for a table with a 9 pm reservation. Not much room to wait in the winter if it's cold out because the bar gets crowded. Apparently, you can reserve seats at the bar because we saw two reserved signs at the bar. Toro is a busy busy place! Once we got settled the food and drinks started flowing and all were outstanding! We had the Bruselas(brussel sprouts) and the Burrata, and the Maiz Asado (grilled Street corn). The corn and Brussels were a must! Followed by the $16 Bocadillo de Pollo Frito ( chicken sandwich), Cachete de Rey (beef cheeks over beet purée) and the burger sliders. All were fantastic and easily shared. We finished off the meal with a shared Nutella cheesecake which was creamy and light. My only complaint was a very uncomfortable table in the back of the room where we were seated. There was a lower horizontal bar that went right across the front of my shins which was very uncomfortable and I had to shift sideways so it wouldn't be against my legs. My two guests didn't seem to mind it, maybe it was just me! read more

Toro - $22 Cachete de Res: rioja braised beef cheeks, beet purée, crispy garlic - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Came here because it was highly recommended. I've been looking for a tapas spot to find a piece of Spain in America but unfortunately I've yet to be able to find a spot that quite fills those shoes. This restaurant is tapas style, so everything is family style. We got a few dishes to share. The food here though in my opinion was really salty and for what they were, prices were a bit too high. The scallop ceviche came in the smallest bowl but cost us $19 for just 3 small pieces of scallop! The Maiz Asado, which is grilled corn was a good portion sized dish but it was drenches in salt and cheese, it was so salty I had to scrape some pieces of the cheese off the corn. This is a fun spot but be prepared to chug a bunch of water and pay a pretty penny for your meal. read more

Toro - maiz asado - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The food is overall delicious, but generally quite salty. Loved the wine we had. Service was great - super friendly and professional. While I can't guarantee that you will be absolutely blown away, I'm sure you won't regret a visit to Toro! read more

I work in the industry and I have always raveeeeeddd about TORO. I always told all my tourist guest how TORO is my number 1 place to eat in boston as far as food. It's definitely been a while since I have been back here and my friend and I decided to celebrate my birthday here tonight. The service was good. Our server was nice. There were a male server who wasn't our server but he was very nice to my daughter. I took off one star for 2 reasons. I had higher expectations as far as the service and vibes/ambiance at TORO. I have been here a couple times before and always had a ton was fun and loveddd the tapas so much I would double order sometimes. The chef tonight was very heavy handed on the salt. The oysters which I raved to my friend about. She didn't like it and she wasn't wrong. The breading was so salty that I didn't taste the oyster at all. The octopus was so over cooked and charred that it almost tasted like jerky. We ordered the special of the evening which was squid ink noodles with crab meat and soft shell crab. It was definitely good and flavorful but the salt took over. So it was really hard to take more than a couple bites. The tuna crudo was on point and amazing. I could have eaten that all night. The bone marrow was just as amazing as the last time I had it. The empanadas were.... we took one bite. The garlic shrimp was tasty but I remember it tasting much better before. The churros were super crunchy. Sorry if I'm picky but I love it was a crunch but soft in the center. It was definitely on the crunchy/ hard side. I gave for stars because I know how good the food can be here. And I'm hoping tonight was just an off night. I will eventually come back with hopes of a more than mediocre experience !!! read more

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Largely unimpressive. Idk maybe I just don't like places with dim lighting where you can't even see the food (I think this only works for steakhouses), but none of the tapas were memorable (except the hanger steak, which I have pictured for the algorithm). Prices were also above average for below average quantity (even for tapas). read more

Toro - Hanger steak - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here with a big group yesterday, which I'd highly recommend, as we could try a lot! Our server was very attentive and patient with accommodating our large group's requests and dietary restrictions. The overall experience was great, it was a fun vibe. We had spots outside, which in the winter was a bit problematic. They served small cups of complimentary warm cider as we were waiting to order, but it didn't stay warm given how cold it was outside. The outside heaters do very little when it's a windy night, so keep this in mind if space is only available outside in the winter! Thoughts on the food and cocktails: Paloma for Emma- very sweet, and I wish I could have tasted more of the flavor of the sage, peppercorn and spicy salt in the drink (mostly just tasted sugar) Pan con tomate- tasted like oily tomato on crusty bread, felt like it had too much tomato, oil, and salt, and it was very soggy. I've had this dish better elsewhere Atun crudo- wonderful and fresh Croquetas de bacalao- felt like an elevated fish nugget, the onion ring on top was fun, but I wouldn't get this again. Patatas bravas- these were wonderful! Came out warm and crispy Tortilla española- a bit oily and soggy, wouldn't get again Brussels sprouts- tasty, but nothing that special Zanahorias- tasted a bit bland, would have appreciated more spice in the dish Paella de Verduras- plated beautifully, but did not taste good. Was soggy, and the meat eaters in our group claimed the Paella valenciana was much better (we had a lot leftover of this). Churros- came out warm and were great! read more

Toro - Paella de verduras - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We finally made it. We've wanted to come here for a while but pandemic held us back. The place has an intimate/busy vibe inside and quant vibe outside. Definitely makings of a nice date location. There was outdoor seating out front and in the back. We had obligations afterwards so just got a few dishes. Food was good but nothing we got really hit besides the corn. The crudo didn't have as unique of a flavor as we hoped. Sangria tasted watered down. The bitter bro was quite sweet but fine. We had to wait a while for our table (even thouwe made a reservation), slow service, our fire pit didn't work, they didn't light our candles after lighting others, and we waited over half hour for them to bring out the check/have us sign it after our table was cleared. Overall a bit disappointed. The atmosphere bumped up the rating to 3/5. read more

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I really wanted to like this place, but everything just felt ok. The drinks were one-note, the churros were over done, the paella was left a little too long and the fond started to smoke. Nothing here was technically bad, but nothing here left us wanting more. For the price point you could do a lot better. The service was very good, no complaints there. read more

While visiting the East Coast recently, my wife and I stopped at Toro to try the paella velencia. Though the paella did not fulfill our expectations (Wife's brother is a chef in Spain at Bendita Tapas, Barcelona) we found the duck liver and corn on the cob tapas to be incredibly delicious! At night, the inside is quite loud though the quaint table on the outside provide for more tranquil intimate setting to enjoy a dinner. Our server, Erica, was outstanding. She was warm and pleasant to talk with and very attentive...thank you. Since she is proud of her home country, here's a shout to to it..."!Vive Columbia!" :) Charles and Leyla Acosta Lakewood, California read more

We loved Toro! Fun place to go to try a lot of small plates, 6 plates are perfect for 2 people if you are hungry. The wait staff paced out the food so we seemed to always have new dish coming as we finished one. Would come back again in the future. read more

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Wow. This spot was definitely worth the hype. I made my reservation for Toro right at midnight when they opened up and I see why the spots go so quickly. I came to Toro with my boyfriend and we ordered 6 tapas, following the waitress's recommendation. We ordered: - Gambas: these were saltier than I expected and probably my least favorite of the 6. But my boyfriend LOVED this one - Pulpo: one of my favorite dishes of the night. The octopus was so crisp yet tender and the potatoes paired well. - Pato con membrillo: these were yummy but I wish the meat was more tender. Not sure if it was a tad over cooked or if that's just duck meat - bocadillo de polio frito: WOW. This might have just been the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. It was a hearty serving despite being a tapa. It offered a lil kick without being too spicy. Overall just incredible. - Cachete: these cheeks were so tender and paired with a sauce which offered a lil sweetness to it. - maiz asado: also one of my favorites, the waitress mentioned this was the best-seller at Toro. The corn was sweet and charred, coated in cheese to give a sweet yet savory bite. yum yum yum. Overall, we were really satisfied with our dinner. Everything was super yummy. We would come again! read more

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Yes - a must try! I've had this place bookmarked for 5 years and I can't believe it has taken me so long to try it. I love it. A solid tapas/ date-night spot in the South End. Indoor and outdoor dining options. Atmosphere is chill speak easy. Why it's not 5-stars: our service was less than satisfactory. Things were misordered, some items didn't even come out, and our waiter never once tried to apologize for the mistakes. Regardless, I will be back read more

Toro - Paella - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Toro is hands down my favorite tapas restaurant in Boston! I've been to toro countless of times now since college days and here is my must gets suggestion and tips: 1. Maíz Asado - the best grilled corn (tip: get it off the cob for mess free hands) 2. Gambas - super delicious, juicy, garlic shrimp 3. Patatas Bravas - make it a brava bomb !!! 4. Asado de Huesos - love the bone marrow here 5. Uni bocadillo Everything is delicious honestly but those hv been consistently my top 5 favorite dishes ive had in toro along the years. read more

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Heard alot about this place and had to try it. I highly recommend anyone in the area to stop in and give it a try. You won't be disappointed Customer service- 9 Short ribs -8.5 Empanada - 7 Oyster - 8 Highly recommended read more

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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 a souffle, more egg than potatoes and a bit underdone. The grilled corn tasted as though it was over[ boiled first and then grilled or it was old. The vegetarian paella was mushy, some of the vegetables did not look or taste fresh. I would not return. read more

This tapas place was away from my usual spots. South of the prudential but the area seemed bustling and popular. The front outside part did not seem that great, close to the street and bustle of the sidewalk but the back outside part was really nice. It was fenced in and had a lot of string lights that set a great aesthetic. The staff were also quite nice. The boquernos and lamb were very mediocre. The boquernos did not seem to have much flavor to it and the lamb was on the dryer side and the sauces in it did not make up for it. The flavor was alright. The bone marrow was fantastic. It came off so easily and was so packed with flavor. While a bit expensive, it was easily our favorite dish. The filete a la plantxa was also very delicious. The meat was cooked well and the onions and sauce complemented together very well for a great bite. The shrimp was also really good. Very fresh tasting and cooked very well. The desserts were good too. The churros were very sweet and went well with the dark chocolate dip it came with. The lemon and blueberry canas were good if you're into very fruity and sweet things but we're very brittle and hard to eat, delicious nonetheless. It would have been one of my favorite restaurants hands down if we didn't get the lamb and boquernos. If I am ever back around that area I would definitely highly consider going back for that bone marrow and beef. read more

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10/10 tapas restaurant in Boston. Went here before seeing a show at the Roadrunner. Matthew G was our server and he was amazing and very knowledgeable and attentive. The service here is impeccable and the music playlist they had was . The ambiance is wonderful. The food was 10/10 and really delicious. The bone marrow and beef cheeks were so good. There wasn't a bad dish! Would definitely come back! read more

Toro - Bone Marrow - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came for a group dinner and everything was great! The tuna crudo and grilled octopus were delicious. The grilled corn is always a crowd pleaser but the mushroom dish surprised me with how flavorful it was and the hangar steak was great. The seafood paella was worth the wait (takes about 30 minutes). We had great service and awesome drinks plus the cava was amazing. Keep in mind that it's not a big place so it's better for small groups but I would definitely recommend going. read more

TLDR: We had a nice evening but the food was underwhelming, especially for the price point Upon arrival the male, blonde host was very polite and seated me while I waited for my husband. I had made a reservation for a patio seat which was very nice with several heat lamps (it's somehow dog friendly, which is a nice option in Boston) Our waitress seemed a bit off. She was attentive at first but then a bit MIA. She also didn't seem too informed on the menu when we asked for some suggestions/recommendations. Not that it matters, she was dressed very casually which I found to be a bit surprising. Maybe we didn't order their best dishes, but here is what we chose: - meat and cheese board - nice presentation. Was missing the pickles mentioned in the description. Only received 4 pieces of bread, which is a little light for the quantity. Good, but probably not worth $38. Also, the blue cheese was STRONG - octopus - it was fine but we were expecting better. Essentially it was one tentacle cut into little slivers and mixed with potatoes and some other things. - patatas bravas - probably the most basic dish we ordered. Fried potatoes cubes on top of the sauce with aioli plopped on top. It was also fine but not exciting - paella Valencia - a pretty decent sized portion for $46ish, but it was very wet which was new for me. Also, the entire dish was completely dominated by the flavor of the chorizo, no avoiding it. Also, it didn't have a crispy bottom either. We decided to skip dessert. Unrelated, the music in the patio was truly bizarre. Lots of ABBA sprinkled with some Madona, Michael Jackson and some others. read more

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5 stars for the service because of how quickly everything came out. My waitress never told me her name but she was nice enough. 3 stars for the set up. It's super loud inside and it feels like you're right up on other people. Had my personal space invaded by these two really loud girls looking at a dog out the window. 3.5 for the food. I had the Uni Bocadillo, Bone Marrow and Nutella Cheesecake. For the Uni sandwich I wasn't impressed. I loveeeeee Uni and mustard anything but I didn't like the combo together. It had a weird aftertaste. Bread was toasted to perfection however The bone marrow was decent. The bread was grilled perfectly. The oxtail filling inside the bone marrow wasn't really seasoned how I'd like it. I do have to admit though that as a Floridian, I'm used to eating oxtail in the Jamaican or Caribbean style. I might be biased here. The citrus on top was great though! It added a nice refreshing bite and balance. Cheesecake was nothing to write home about. I could've made it at home. I wasn't really getting much of a Nutella flavor, but the hazelnuts kind of sorta made up for it. read more

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We stopped by for a late dinner ! We sat at the bar which is always fun ! The bartender was an amazing server ! He knew the menu well and provided excellent customer service. The tomato bread was good. The bacon dates were Ok however the bacon lacked flavor and was overcooked. The Shrimp with garlic sauce was perfect !! Perhaps the best we've had. The Canalone de Jabari was very interesting and delicious. Can't wait to try some more of the menu ! read more

Toro - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Food - 4 Service - 5 Ambiance - 5 Heard about this restaurant from a friend! Great place for having conversations over a light meal and some drinks. Food overall was delicious. Portion sizes are small particularly because it's a Spanish tapa style meant to be shared amongst the table. Atmosphere was beautiful. I highly recommend getting a seat outdoors for the summer. It's much roomier and comfortable. You can definitely also go in the winter but it'll be really cold! It's a bit on the pricier side but it's a nice treat. read more

Toro - Pimentos V Ostra* Red Sangria - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Entered the restaurant with reservations thirty minutes before they stopped seating and was taken to a tiny two top next to the server station in the back. Asked about sitting at the empty four top at the window and was told curtly that was for four people . It sat empty the rest of the night. Although smaller than I would expect at a tapas spot, the wine list was adequate and interesting. The pet nat rosé I ordered was neither effervescent or chilled. The wine glass was warm as well. The Tempranillo was warm at room temperature although he opened a new bottle. The food was fine but lacks the imagination of Barcelona for the prices. Fun vibe to the spot although louder than it should have been to encourage conversation. The food comes fast so do not order all at one time. Stage it yourself to not feel pressured or take up your tiny table. read more

Food was okay, service was great. Came here for dinner and was seated right away because we had reservations. Don't try to come if you don't have reservations because there were people waiting for an hr plus. It is so so so crowded inside and also very loud. I could barely hear my boyfriend and he was sitting right next to me. Tables are almost right next to each other with barely enough room to get up and put your jacket on without accidentally hitting the people at the next table. Everything we ordered came out very fast which was great, and there were multiple servers checking on us all the time. Food was good, but way too salty. I like salty foods but even this was too much. I had to chug like five cups of water with my meal. We got a bunch of stuff including bacon wrapped dates, peppers, potato + egg omelette, fish croquette. Our favorites were the empanadas and the corn, would definitely order those again but really nothing else. Especially did not like the omelette, it was cold and hard, had too much oil on for no reason. Nothing like the tortilla de patatas we've had in Spain. Came to celebrate an anniversary but really didn't enjoy my experience, would not recommend dining in. read more

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Ventured out on a chilly Boston night to this south end eats to try their tapas and sangria. It was quite busy and despite getting their at our reservation time, still have to wait another 10-15 minutes before being seated. The ambience is dark, noise level is loud, and there was a large bday party celebrating and not everyone was sitting. Hence, my chair must have been bumped 50+ times throughout the night. Tables were also very close which added to the cramped noisy atmosphere. The sangria was good, but I was a little surprised at the smaller than expected volume for the price. We tried scallops - which were tiny scallops rather than the larger ones I was hoping for since we were in Boston. Next tried the duck drumettes, which were well seasoned on the surface, but a little dry to be honest once you get past all the sauce. Garlic shrimp was delicious- succulent, with strong garlic and grill flavors. Next was the uni grilled sandwich. The uni was a little lost and couldn't really taste it and not sure much was there. The bone marrow dish with oxtail was also a hit. We ended with churros, which were well done. Not like the ones in madrid, but this was solid. Overall some things were spot on and a few were missed imho. Price was moderate higher side. And the noise level and ambience was a bit challenging for a nice dinner, but maybe it was an unusual night given a large party in the center table with ppl standing around rather than sitting. read more

Toro - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I finally came here after all the many years that I didn't bother trying only because it was impossible to get in and I never make reservation. But I must say it was well worth the wait because I think I ordered almost everything. We had the tuna and scallop crudo, the steak, duck drumsticks, corn, and one prawn $18 shipped away from Spain.... crazy, bone marrow, and the Polpo. Food was ridiculously good. I learned that there was outdoor patio in the back of the restaurant but I guess you need to reserve way in advance. I most certainly will come back. read more

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My daughter just moved to Boston and we wanted to try a great Spanish tapas restaurant. We love this so much we've been there three times already. Everything on their topaz menus delicious The octopus was tender the shishito peppers or roasted perfectly and the seafood paella was fantastic almost like eating it in Spain read more

Met up with my bestie at this cool spot in Boston last week! We luckily got seated in a few minutes. We ordered half a dozen oysters, patatas bravas, short ribs and paella valenciana. The patatas were amazing, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The short ribs were tender and a little spicy. The paella was good, a tad salty,, lots of flavor plus all the fresh protein - shrimp, mussels, clams, chorizo, chicken. Would come back and try some of the other dishes. read more

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Came here with some friends for a dinner recently. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We sat in the back patio behind the restaurant outside. They have umbrellas for the tables too. The tapas and drinks here are always a favorite for my friends and me. The staff was very attentive and kept checking in on us if we needed anything. We actually asked to switch to another table that was more covered by an umbrella because it started drizzling for a bit. They accommodated us, and I've always had a pleasant experience here. read more

Toro - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Fantastic service, great outdoor seating (dog friendly!), but okay food. If I were just to rate the food, I would rate 3/5. However the service and the outdoor seating options were fantastic and bumped my overall rating higher. If you have a dog, there is an outdoor seating option by the fire pit that you can select when making a reservation. You'll be seated on couches by a super warm fire pit, and our dog was comfortably laying on the couch the whole time. For food, I would recommend the empanada, the corn, bone marrow (1 is enough for 3 people - it's super heavy!), and the churros. I didn't like the carrots (reminded me of herbal medicine and was too bitter), the octopus (flavor combo was confusing for me), and the short ribs (too dry). The churros were hands down my favorite part of the dinner - crispy on the outside but soft and cake-like on the inside. Bone marrow has a nice flavor profile but it's extremely fatty - I would recommend sharing one bone among three people. We had gotten the double order and ended up packing the pack the second bone home since it was too heavy. Overall, I would only come again if I was looking for a dog friendly restaurant. read more

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Delicious tapas takeout. Phone ordering and takeout service was very good Bar and restaurant looked amazing Definitely going back for a sit down meal when back in the area. read more

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 cooked to perfection! The churros and chocolate sauce were excellent! The bird in/on the fire drink had a kick to it and was really good! We will return to this restaurant! Amazing food and atmosphere at this Spanish restaurant! read more

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WOW that was good. It had been a few years since I was in Boston, and this was as good as I remembered. I overindulged in the food and will pay for it with a week of salads, later. Escalavata Catalana was an outstanding vegetarian small plate. Followed it with a really nice scallop crudo with a corn purée, and then the always decadent bone marrow. Final dish was a super refreshing and flavorful watermelon salad. Outstanding all around and Toro renewed its place on my *every* time in Boston list. read more

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This place is huge inside! Highly recommended. For night life dinner, highly recommend reservation in advanced. The back door balcony provides a nice cozy area and is preferred during Covid. See pictures. read more

Toro - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great experience. Food: Delicious tapas. We ordered 6 dishes for 2: we could have done less but we left pleasantly full. Really enjoyed the oysters, octopus, and asparagus. Tuna crudo was fresh. Eggplant was more of a spread; flavorful but strange to eat if you can't have the bread. The paradiso cocktail was interesting and I couldn't place the flavor; not sure I'd order it again. Tip: Food comes out when it's ready, not altogether, so be prepared. Service: Impressively attentive despite the crowd. I REALLY appreciated their attention to dietary restrictions. They confirmed gluten free and dairy free as they brought out each dish. Ambiance: On Wed night, it was packed. It's a vibe. For a work dinner: music was a little loud for conversation, tables were close together, lighting was dim. It's better for a fun night out where you don't need privacy. The food was too good and service too solid not too add to my Boston restaurant list! read more

This restaurant is always packed; however, it's a little easier to get a table after 9:00pm. Pros: The food is pretty good. The grilled octopus, the pig ear terrine, and the bone marrow are all good. Cons: The paella is also good just a little too salty after a few bites. Our server is not professional enough even though she is really nice. She touched the food with her bare hand when she was trying to adjust the food display. Another thing is the music is really loud. Overall, the dining experience is still good. read more

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