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    Toro Kitchen + Bar

    4.3 (740 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Roxy W.

    Food is amazing! The portion sizes are small and the food is pricey but the food was delicious. We asked the waiter for his recommendations and he recommended so many great items. It is a beautiful restaurant and is perfect for a special date night.

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    Gary D.

    This place is a huge win for the area! We recently celebrated my birthday party and had Toro Kitchen cater Paella for the entire shindig. It went incredibly well and I will recommend using Toro to friends and family. My partner did most of the legwork on this one, but has stated that working with Keith from Toro was easy, and he was very helpful. I happen to have some inside info that my partner was very adamant that we have some adjustments, and that these requests were handled with absolutely grace and helpfulness. Finally, the food itself arrived right when we had requested and it was a huge hit. The Toro paella had huge shrimp and big pieces of seafood within well seasoned rice. The best parts were the somewhat crispy rice on the bottom of the pan. It was absolutely delicious and a huge treat. We had also requested a vegetarian paella as well, and this also arrived with everything else. This was flavorful and amazing. I would order this again even though I am not a vegetarian. As far as catering our event, I really cannot say what they could have done better. We had happy guests, delicious food and a lot of leftovers ( that I have since consumed). We have been going to Toro for a bit since we live in the area, and will continue to do. An absolute local favorite.

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    Peter L.

    Came here for our anniversary night. We had a reservation and they sat us immediately once we got there. Keep in mind, it does get a little noisy so be ready to use your loud voice if you're going to be talking. They had a live band playing starting at 7 and they were phenomenal. Also the plaza is undergoing reno so look out carefully and follow their signs to find their entrance. It did take a while before the server greeted us ~10 min and for a while to get our drinks once we ordered. That was probably the only ding I'd give on this review. They have a tapas menu if you want to order a la carte and have a huge selection so you will not be disappointed if everyone has different tastes. If you're thinking paella, order early as it may take 30-45 min for it to be prepared. We started off with the mushroom and steak tapas. Mushrooms were bomb. They were cooked tenderly and really soaked in all the umami and flavor of their sauce which were a medley of garlic, olive oil and other spices. Steak was cooked medium rare to our liking and was flavorful as well. We ordered the large paella pan because why not. The toro classic had all the protein that we liked like clams, shrimp, calamari and chorizo and chicken. We left super content and brought some home for lunch the next day. I give their paella a rating of pae-YAY-ya!

    Piquillos Rellenos, stuffed red peppers are fantastic.
    Erik B.

    Visiting town and found Toros and gave it a try and we're glad we did. The tapas and sangria were perfect. There was live music the night we went which was nice. The place was packed on a Friday so we will make reservations next time.

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    Maya T.

    I can't get over how amazing Toro was. From the service to the ambiance to the food. Everything was outstanding! We decided to take my stepmom here for happy hour, which features tapas and a bunch of different drinks. When we first walked in we were immediately amazed by the interior decor. It was so nice and modern and did a great job showcasing the overall vibe of Toro. They had their famous dry aged meats hanging up all over the restaurant, as well as liquor used as decoration. Our server and the bartender took great care of us. They were so attentive and made great recommendations. The drinks were delicious! We started out with Patatas Bravas, which were fried potatoes paired with a spicy sauce. I'm glad our server warned us beforehand and gave us the option to put the spicy sauce on the side, because it did have a hefty kick to it. The potatoes were well seasoned and crispy. We got some Calamares Fritos, which is their version of calamari. The octopus was perfectly cooked and not rubbery at all. The aioli on the side was amazing! Our personal favorite had to have been the Toro Paella, which was highly recommended to us by our server. It's their award winning dish and I can understand why. The paella was delicious! I had never had paella before, so I wasn't too sure what to expect, but I'm so glad we ordered it. It had a generous amount of a variety of proteins and had amazing flavor too. Definitely a must try! I wanted to highlight the service again, because I had mentioned to the bartender we were celebrating a heavenly birthday for our stepmoms mom, and she went above and beyond for us. They brought out a dessert with a candle, and my stepmom was brought to tears over the kind gesture from the staff. Amazing food and even better service. Can't wait to come back next time we're in town!

    Eating at Toro's at Stone Oak and 1604 is like eating at home. Sure the one located at La Cantera is a lot closer to where we live, but somehow this location feels more like home. The waitstaff is attentive the ambience is welcoming, it just feels right.

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    Sarah C.

    Really nice tapas bar with a gorgeous outdoor patio. The Rosalia cocktail is so good. It's like a Pina colada with lime. Both the fried cheeses are great - the goat cheese montadito and the liquor 43 panela. The stuffed dates and croquettes are also great. Classics like iberico ham, pan con tomato, paella. I'm a boquerones fan, so I got those but they just came on untoasted slices of bread that seemed unnecessary. I would have preferred just a little dish of boquerones by themselves. I also tried the potato salad with tuna, and didn't love it. Anyway, this is a great spot for groups. Great service, too.

    Excellent drinks
    Nick A.

    The food and ambiance at Toro truly delighted in every way. I enjoyed the well made drinks and above par service also. The paella brought home top honors in my opinion - a pleasant surprise for a San Antonio based restaurant. The owners Mexican/Spanish heritage shined through in the complexity and richness of the menu offerings here. If you're in San Antonio for any reason, you must experience Toro. Please follow and find more of my recommendations on Instagram/TikTok @nickeatzworld

    Khian R.

    Toro Kitchen is an absolute gem! The atmosphere is vibrant, warm, and welcoming--perfect for a night out with friends or family. The highlight for me was the Toro Margarita; it was perfectly balanced, refreshing, and hands down one of the best margaritas I've had. The food was equally impressive, with bold flavors and great presentation. The staff was attentive and friendly, making the entire experience even better. If you're looking for amazing drinks, delicious food, and a fantastic vibe, Toro Kitchen is the place to go! I can't wait to visit again. Only complaint is the patio was empty and it was cold out. They wouldn't allow us an extra heater that was already lit to be closer to our table.

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    The Paella Negra and the Toro Paella are amazing. Appetizers are ok. The service normally is great.

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    Recently moved here and this has been one of my favorite places I've tried thus far. Good vibe and tons of tapas to choose from.

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