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    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval

    4.4 (267 reviews)

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    Amaia S.

    We were super excited to try Toro for the first time, been trying to go here for months so we went for my boyfriends birthday. We were unfortunately very let down. Upon arrival, the restaurant was very cool, open, and nice. Our waiter came to us and although he was kind, he didn't introduce himself which is the standard. we were 1 of 2 tables in his section. We ordered our drinks, which came very full and he spilled a little bit of my drink on the table ( which is fine) however he did not bring any napkin to clean up the spilled drink. We noticed that he was very attentive with the other table, wiping their table down as they were eating yet no service to us. We ordered the Swordfish Dip which was supposed to come with plantain chips so we were surprised when it came with regular tortilla chips. The server did not acknowledge or let us know beforehand that they were out of plantain chips, which I feel like should have been mentioned. We asked him to check if there were any more left and he never checked until we asked him again a couple minutes later. In addition, he was not tentative with filling up our waters AT ALL. It was like we weren't there. We asked him for waters and he forgot again. He seemed like he just wanted to leave the entire time, checking his watch at the table, rushing us to put food in, when it was only around 9:30ish. Let me state that the food was delicious. We got the empanadas , swordfish dip and a side of roasted avocado. Everything tasted really good. Definitely expensive for the portions being on the smaller side though. Drinks were amazing. We got the Pisco sour, Mercado, smoked old fashioned, and the tequilla drink with mango and passion fruit. All super tasty. After we were done with our food we asked for the check and after he brought it he disappeared for around 10-15 minutes. We had to bring the check to the bar to pay the bill and then the bartender went inside the kitchen to get him and he came out. He asked to redeem our parking ticket twice, assuming he forgot he did it the first time which showed he just wasn't really focused. Overall great food, just had us really disappointed with the service.

    Jorge G.

    Came here with the wife last night. We were really excited to try something different. First I will say the restaurant manager was really nice by waiving the corking fee of the wine. That's 35 bucks waived. So nice. We ordered a steK, ceciche and Cobb salad. All that food was enough for the two of us. We had a great night. The waitress was a bit rude which we didn't like. From the beginning she was t very nice when we told her the manager was waiting yhr fee. She treated us like a liar. But besides that the restaurant was good and the food was good. I had fun last night and glad I came.

    Sweet corn empanadas
    Camilla R.

    This review is long overdue. I first visited Toro several years ago, likely right after it opened, and I had a great experience. We went in for a couple of cocktails and appetizers, and I remember the appetizers being so delicious and generously portioned that we were full without ever ordering entrées. The drinks were creative and equally delicious. The service back then was fantastic too. I'm not sure why I never returned. I think it's because Toro is a bit off the beaten path and not close to where I usually go. Fast forward, my friend and I decided to go back after hearing about it and remembering how much we enjoyed it the first time. Toro is located inside a hotel and feels like a hidden gem. When we arrived, the lighting was dim and cozy, and the space felt intimate despite having two large parties of about 20 guests each dining at the same time. We were greeted by MC, who truly gave us the best service I've had in a long time. Even while assisting those two big groups, she was incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. She even advised us to put our order in before the large parties so our food wouldn't be delayed. That's the kind of service that makes a lasting impression. We started with the sweet corn empanadas, which come three to an order and are actually pretty large. We each had one and took the third home. They were perfectly crunchy, not greasy at all, and filled with manchego cheese and avocado purée, aji amarillo, served with a chimichurri sauce that tied everything together. Next, we had the ceviche amarillo, which MC recommended, and it was phenomenal. It featured hamachi, cucumber, red onion, and mango, and the balance of flavors was so refreshing and vibrant. It's one of those dishes you keep thinking about after the fact. For the entrées, I ordered the lomo saltado. It came with beef tenderloin, stir-fried peppers, red onion, tomato, creamy rice, cilantro, and crispy potato strings. I've had lomo saltado before but never with creamy rice, and let me tell you, it was absolutely incredible. The combination of flavors and textures was something I've never experienced before. I honestly think it was one of the best meals I've ever had. My friend ended up eating off my plate because mine was better than hers. She ordered the zarandeado yellowtail snapper with adobo marinade, cabbage slaw, grilled avocado, radish, and charred lemon. It was beautifully presented and very fresh, but we both felt it lacked flavor. It was light and clean but not bold or spicy, which I usually prefer. If you like milder dishes, you'll probably love it, but it just wasn't for me. Even though we were absolutely stuffed, dessert is always a must. We chose the churros, which came with cinnamon sugar, dulce de leche, and a small scoop of coconut gelato. The gelato was honestly the highlight. I would have eaten a whole bowl of it if I could. The churros themselves were fresh and crispy, not greasy, and the dulce de leche was rich and delicious even though I'm not usually a fan of it. The cocktails were just as impressive as the food. We had four different specialty drinks, one of which was an espresso martini made with tequila. Each drink was smooth, well-balanced, and didn't have the overpowering taste of tequila, thanks to the high-quality house tequila they use. Toward the end of the meal, the manager, whose name I believe was Richard, came over to check in with us. He was incredibly kind and told us about Toro's Tequila Library at the front of the restaurant. They offer tequila tastings with six different high-quality tequilas, each paired with small bites from the chef. He explained that they specialize in premium tequilas, not the usual commercial brands, and that their bartenders can create custom cocktails based on your personal taste. Richard even offered to treat us to a tasting on the house in the future, which was such a generous gesture. He also introduced us to Danny, the bartender who leads the tequila tastings. Danny gave us a quick education on agave and what makes a tequila truly high quality. I've only recently started appreciating tequila, and this conversation really helped me understand the difference between what I've been drinking and what good tequila actually is. All in all, Toro completely blew me away. The food, the drinks, the service, the ambiance, everything was top tier. MC was a dream of a server, Richard went out of his way to make us feel welcome, Danny added such a unique personal touch and of course, the chef for an unforgettable meal Toro may be a little hidden, but it deserves to be packed every night. If you're on the fence, let this be your sign to go. I'm already planning my next visit. Thank you to the entire team for an unforgettable experience.

    Tres Leches
    Lucy V.

    My husband is a big tequila fan so I thought he would enjoy checking out this spot for our date night. This is located inside the Le Meridien Hotel in Dania Beach. I am always pleasantly surprised by hotel restaurants. I feel like a lot of them are hidden gems. Parking - Super easy and access to the restaurant from both inside and outside of the hotel. This one did not disappoint! There were plenty of menu options to satisfy us both. Sweet Corn empanadas - not bad - a little more filling would make them perfect Grilled Octopus - my husband liked this a lot Lomo Saltado - he enjoyed it and said the meat and rice were delicious Pura Vida side - it's white rice, black beans and plantains - how could it be bad? Crispy Brussel Sprouts - very good - This was my entree along with the pura vida side Tres Leche - so yummy! Texture was airy and light, not too sweet We will definitely come again!

    Roses
    Liz B.

    We went here for Valentine's Day, and while I expected a more romantic ambiance, the lively atmosphere and loud Latin music gave it a fun and energetic vibe instead. Not quite what I had in mind, but still a good time! The food was hands-down delicious, easily the highlight of the night. Service had a few hiccups--our salad was forgotten, and we wished our water had been refilled more often--but our waiter was apologetic and made up for it. Sebastian was great, just seemed a little too busy. A big plus was how accommodating they were when we asked to move tables away from the revolving kitchen doors, which really helped improve the experience. A sweet touch was the two roses on the table, and a week later, they're still alive and beautifully bloomed! Overall, despite a few service issues, it was a great spot with fantastic food and a fun energy. Note: It's a bit pricey - example, the pura vida side $15, chicken was $39.

    Zarandeado Yellowtail Snapper
    Ircania M.

    Went to Toro's for dinner for a birthday celebration. This is a really nice place. Staff was attentive, friendly & Drinks are good! We started off with some appetizers. We had the sweet corn empanadas, which were incredibly flavorful & highly recommend. Also had the Chícharon de Camarones, which were also delightful. We also had the Toro Guacamole, which wasn't our favorite but not terrible. For the entree, my husband & I had shared the Zarandeado Yellow Tail Snapper & the Angry Toro Roll. It was plenty for the both of us. The snapper had a bit of a kick to it, felt it was a little over seasoned though. The Angry Toro roll, however, was really good & would recommend. Overall, we enjoyed our time at Toro's. If you're in the area & want to enjoy some good food with friends, I'd recommend it.

    Irena C.

    5 stars!!! From beginning to end!!! I would highly suggest making reservations through Open Table and not through google. We were able to get a last minute reservation added on to some friends for New Years Eve which was very accommodating. The hostess was sweet and we joined our friends for the night. Danny came to our table to greet us and tell us about how the restaurant works and how the tequila is mostly additive free. We ordered our first round of drinks. He was working along said the waitress to take care of us who was also very sweet and amazing! We ordered a ton of apps. We got the guac, it's a small portion but very good. We ordered chicharrón de camarón which was sooo good. We had the octopus, a roll, and a few others. The corn empanadas were so good. Everything we ordered was delicious and enough to share. The drinks were also so good! The waiters and bar tenders were all so amazing. We stayed for the countdown to New Years and got to celebrate with all of them. I would come back just for the hospitality! Overall an amazing experience! Very grateful!

    Lomo Saltado
    Alice M.

    Company decided to have my husband's retirement dinner here at this restaurant inside the Le Meridian hotel. 9 of us attended. It would have been nice to be seated in the tequila bar room which was smaller quieter and more intimate. The manager however quickly placed us at the back of the restaurant near the kitchen doors. The music was a bit loud for us to have successful conversation with those at the other end of the table. The server gal was nice, attentive. We had met a few of our coworkers there at the bar. It was happy hour. We seated at the table and asked for the happy hour drinks. Server informed us that it was only at the bar, literally 10 feet away from our table. Price difference on drinks was $6 each. CFO of our party asked if we could have HH drinks at the table. Manager quasi reluctantly said "one round only". Ok We ordered a few appetizers for the table. Guacamole was very good. Chip's served with it were both standard corn and then banana chips too. Very good. Also had two sushi rolls, really good. And grilled octopus served on a smashed potato. Really tasty too! I went with a signature dish, Lomo Saltado. Beef pieces, perfectly cooked served on creamy rice with grilled peppers and onions. It was good although the two others who ordered it, like me, expected more sauce or gravy on it. Hubs had the filet mignon which was also perfectly cooked. One person ordered the outrageous tomahawk steak to share with another. I even got a taste. It was great. The side of asparagus my husband received was enormous. Overall, everyone was pleased with their entrees. We then ordered a few desserts for the table. The churros were the best I have ever had. 5 per order with a caramel dipping sauce included. The Tres Leches cake, surprisingly, was a bit of a disappointment. The restaurant was very good and if I'm in the Dania Beach area again I'd definitely consider it.

    Ceviche
    Katie G.

    Food, service, and ambiance are all fantastic! They offer good happy hour specials. I began with the tequila flight, which included three shots of tequila. The bartender provided an informative explanation of the origins of each tequila. I also indulged in a few appetizers from the happy hour menu, which were all delectable. The staff was exceptionally attentive and friendly. The location in a hotel is convenient, and parking is complimentary.

    Lesly M.

    Toro has been one of my top spots here in Broward ever since I stopped in the first time! Everything about this place is fantastic. The food, the drinks, the staff, not to mention the places is absolutely beautiful! I've tried so many different dishes here and everything has been phenomenal! They have a private room that has their tequila library which is a must see! All in all I definitely recommend checking them out! I know you will fall in love with it just as I did!

    LOMO SALTADO
    Teresa T.

    I came here for a birthday party and tequila tasting, and it went so well that I brought a work group back for dinner and tequila tasting. The tequila tasting was very cool - great to hear about and taste real QUALITY tequilas. Met the manager when I brought in my work group and he was awesome. Super willing to treat my event with the best service! The attendees really enjoyed it. Food was delicious with a nice presentation. Will be back again! LOMO SALTADO and CEVICHE pictured here.

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    Ronnie B.

    We did the Anejo Tequila tasting experience. The ambiance was outstanding. We received and great education on addictive free tequilas from Danny. The food was delicious and the Tequila complemented every dish. The service was outstanding. I would definitely recommend restaurants

    Burger
    Katie A.

    The location was convenient for us before going to a comedy show at the hard rock guitar hotel. The arepa was amazing! My burger was great - a bacon jam and well cooked. The steak my husband ordered was disappointing. The menu is pricier but fair for a steak house. We were there early around 5 and the service was quick. The decor was modern; it is attached to a hotel but you can't tell while you are dining.

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    Ask the Community - Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval

    Is there a tequila tasting you can do? If so do you make a reservation for it?

    I want to say yes because when I was there they have a tequila room where it's more intimate and I saw a big table with a staff explaining what was infront of him.

    Open table has two seating options: Tequila library standard and Other standard. Is the Tequila library the main dining room option?

    No Tequila Library is a separate room that's like bar/lounge. I believe you can order food there but it's not the main dining room.

    Is there a dress code?

    No it's casual

    Do they have happy hour?

    Yes! 5 to 7 PM, Monday through Fridays. $5 off of food from the Biblioteca bar (left of the full restaurant) And I believe half off margaritas on the restaurant side.

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