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    4.4 (190 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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    Pedro Z.

    We stopped by for a quick lunch. They have good deals per day, such as happy hour all day Wednesday, which we enjoyed. The quality of the food was good. The service was great and the space is very nicely presented with ample indoor and outdoor seating and a large bar. Like any Spanish restaurant they offer a wide variety of cocktails, wine, sangria, and tapas. Would recommend.

    Ryan E.

    IMO, these are the ratings: Food: 4.2/5 Service: 4.0/5 Ambiance: 4.6/5 Total: 4.26/5.0 I mean, you got to have their paella.

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    Steph W.

    Food tasted great. Restaurant was spacious with two levels and outdoor patio. It is too hot to sit outside. Our waiter was attentive and refilled water frequently. Know that these are truly tapas, small portions. You'll need to order enough... we sorta ordered as we went. Everything tasted good. I'd definitely get the steak with blood sausage, delicious! Also this place closes at midnight, that's amazing. Great for late nights!

    The happy hour charcuterie
    Jordan O.

    The first thing we had was the calamari and the 4 Monticito flight. The calamari was AWESOME!!! Big tendrils with perfect seasoning and nice breading. I didn't love the sauce, but I would have gotten another order asap. The goat cheese sandwich was amazing. The seafood one was pretty good. The meat one was okay. And the pan con tomato was meh. The charcuterie was good although the crackers for bread were not my thing. The jam was awesome and the meats were good. The only thing that really let me down was the potatas bravas. It was fried potato with maybe a bit of paprika. The sauces on the side were also not my thing...but maybe if the potato was tossed in the sauce...I don't know...it was just not good. But then we got our dessert, the top one from the menu with the soaked bread and added ice cream to it. Just amazing!

    Neyda V.

    This Spanish restaurant is decent, but given the many options in the city, it doesn't quite stand out--especially when it comes to flavor. The service was good, though not exceptional, which is something I would expect at this price point. This was our second attempt at dining here--on our first visit, we arrived at 8:30 PM (30 minutes before closing) but were turned away. This time, we made a reservation via Yelp, arrived well in advance, and were seated promptly, 2/1/2025. The ambiance is beautiful, with elegant décor and dim lighting, but the live music on weekends made it uncomfortably loud. Service was quick, but the food itself lacked the depth of flavor I've experienced at other Spanish restaurants. We started with the croquetas de jamón, which were lukewarm and had a noticeable oil flavor. At nearly $4 each, they weren't worth the calories, and we left one uneaten. The paella, featuring pork and egg, was an interesting twist, but the flavors didn't quite come together, and it was spicier than expected. While the experience was pleasant overall--especially given the limited Spanish restaurants in the area--it wasn't memorable, and for the price, I wouldn't rush back. If you do visit, consider coming at a quieter time.

    Montadito flight (left), Mejillones (bottom right), Calamares (top left)
    Fernanda R.

    GREAT service by Matiana who was attentive, funny, knowledgeable. Strolled into my first Tapas experience with the whole family and have absolutely no regrets! We came in during 'HORA FELIZ' and went a little crazy; Patatas Bravas, Calamares, Mejillones, Montadito Flight. Mom also got the Ensalada de Primavera and Dad got Serrano y Manchego. I think we might've gotten more but I can't remember because we also ordered Sangria lol! White Wine was all they had which was delightful and paired perfectly. Everything has such quality and terrific flavor. Not to mention, the beauty of tapas and the small plates/portions is they're prepared quickly and we left satisfied but not uncomfortably stuffed.

    Daren is the best bartender ever !!! come visit him whenever !!!!! hes the best best juniper martini ever!!!!

    Paella Negra
    Bianca L.

    Made reservations via Open Table for Mother's Day at 1215. Enjoyed both Paellas which wete the Toro Special and Negra- both flavorful, the Negra felt like it lacked toppings in it; also enjoyed the Solomillo tapas- meat was cooked medium how we asked for. Not a fan of the mussels, it was a bit too salty for me. They had a pitcher deal of Sangria for 10 bucks, which was pretty good, wish there was more fruit though. We were seated pretty quickly, but the problem is where the service and how quick the food arrived/ how we were checked on; I understand stand the paella is made to order, but hoped that we were warned in advance since we had 2 kids with us; the first paella we ordered came in even after the second one we ordered. We arrived at 1215 and left the restaurant at 230. Would still come back for the food and give it another try.

    Corey B.

    Came here for our anniversary because the wife wants to visit Spain. The service was good but the food was bad bad. We got the calamari and nooo seasoning, got the fried goat cheese tapas which was good(can't mess it up) Mediterranean salad tasted like lime juice was dumped in it for seasoning. I ended up making for my wife to make up, but did it my way(she loved it). I'll continue cooking for her at home because this isn't it

    One of my to go places to hang out with friends   Pallea very good   Allways a hit never a miss try the whisky sours
    Imyagoda I.

    One of my favorite hangout spots in San Antonio The paella is good. Allways a hit never a miss Try there whisky sours

    Toro Paella
    Leia Q.

    We've been craving for some good paella and excited to try Toro. Maybe I was building it up in my head, but I wasn't a fan of the paella as much. I found it rather too salty, but the seafood was great. The highlight of our meal was the tapas. Loved all of them. We had the calamari, fried shrimp, sausage and many more. All fresh and excellent flavors! We'd probably go back just for the tapas. Everyone was very accommodating to our group, and we appreciate it, especially with two kids.

    Jamones, croquetas, manchego jamón stuffed bacon wrapped dates.
    Monika M.

    Our server Gabriel was top notch. He explained every dish he brought out. Gave us great recommendations. Ask for him. Being from Spain and cooking paella and making tapas, the food at Toro is authentic and wonderful. I have eaten at many "Spanish" restaurants thru out the US and this has been my favorite!

    Queso al horno
    Diana G.

    Went on a Sunday. They had a great special where if you buy a paella, you will get a $10 pitcher of sangria. Of course, we took advantage of this deal. We got the seafood,paella. It had Calamari, shrimp, mussels, and baby octopus. We got the large and it fed the four of us. We did have a little bit leftover from it. We did order tapas to start off with. We had the papas braves. The sauce was not on the potatoes. You do have them on the side so you can make it as spicy or not as spicy as you like. We also had the gambitas de ajillo. It is a shrimp dish. It comes with a side of round slices of bread. . It would have been nice to have a little bit more bread since it only came with four. The best of the three tapas we ordered was the queso al horno. It is baked Brie with herbs and honey. I could have definitely eaten it all. For dessert, we shared a carlota de Limon and tarrijas. The carlota was my favorite. It tasted like key lime pie. The tarrijas remind of a bread pudding. Our waiter was very nice and efficient. Parking is available on site. The restaurant is located in the mall next to Yard House and bar Louie. There is some parking adjacent to the restaurant. we made reservations online. They have inside and outside seating.

    Baguette jamón Serrano, manchego, and tomato spread. Side of salad.

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    Food was great, waiter was great. Was so hot in restaurant we couldn't enjoy it. Won't be back to this location

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    Excellent food and ambience but the service Gabo provides is top notch! Definitely coming back because of him ! Cheers

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    4.4
    (620 reviews)
    14.3 mi
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    Spain just got a whole lot closer to Texas. This place nails…read moreexactly what you want in a Spanish tapas spot: solid paella that actually tastes authentic, creative small plates that keep coming without overwhelming you, and handcrafted cocktails that hit right. We shared a bunch of tapas and one of the signature paellas -- every dish had that perfect balance of flavor, fresh ingredients, and just enough flair without trying too hard. The rice in the paella was on point, crispy bits and all. Atmosphere is lively but not chaotic -- great for a relaxed dinner that stretches into a couple of hours. Dim lighting, nice energy, and you can actually hear the people at your table. Service was smooth and friendly, no rushing, just good pacing so you can enjoy the meal. If you're in San Antonio and craving real Spanish vibes -- tapas, sangria, paella, the works -- Toro delivers without the tourist-trap nonsense. It's become one of my go-to spots when I want quality food and a chill night out. Fair prices for the quality, clean spot, and that certified Spanish restaurant stamp means they're doing it right. Highly recommend. We'll be back for sure -- 5 stars, no notes. Go hungry and bring friends to share everything. Toro Kitchen + Bar - do it.

    Worst service I have experienced. Walked in during lunch and there were 2 or 3 other tables being…read moreserved, so not busy at all. First I was sat down at a dirty table, then I was moved to another table where the plates were dirty. At this point, I had major doubts about even ordering anything but I thought I'd give them a shot. 20 minutes later the server decides to come over and warn us that the Paellas would take at least 40 minutes so I decided to try a few appetizers before I order paellas. Another 30 minutes for the appetizers to come and my lord, the blandest microwaved appetizer that you'd expect at some neighborhood pub in some rural part of Ireland. I was not going to give this establishment another dollar. It took another 20 minutes to get the check and over an hour later since I walked through those doors I could not believe how bad this experience was.

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    Saw this place featured on Guy Fieri's Diners Drive Ins and Dives. I'll be honest, most of the time…read moreI try to hit his featured joints when I'm visiting a new city. Only recently found out this location had been on the show, so my wife and I thought "why not?" Bottom line: I'm usually underwhelmed by the places Guy features on DDD. However, I wasn't this time. We were pleasantly surprised by everything. Got lucky our server was Puerto Rican and could walk us through some different items and words on the menu. She was a gem. I knew NOTHING about Puerto Rican food before last Wednesday night. Started with the plantain chips and dip: we ate the whole thing. Wonderful. Highly recommend. My entree was the El Condado steak with arroz con gandules and savory beans. Highly recommend, although I found my steak pretty damn tough to cut and undercooked. Like, seriously pinker than I'd like considering I ordered it medium. My wife ate one of the Mofongo dishes. Everything was very good. Wish my steak had been cooked more and that service hadn't trailed off toward the end, but I still think the whole package is worth that fourth star. Great date night location.

    The happy hour offered daily is great. Lots of plates that are so delicious and priced affordable…read more The regular menu is also fantastic. They moved location about 3 weeks ago and I love the vibes of the new location just down the street. I always receive great service. Check out the lunch buffet. Tasty and inexpensive. A great way to sample different offerings. Do it!!!

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    Had a fantastic dinner at Ladino. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the fire roasted…read morecorn, shishbarak, and the Saganaki. The pita was incredible and worth ordering. I also had the spicy passionfruit mezcal cocktail (The Prophet), which was excellent. The service was friendly and welcoming from everyone we interacted with, and the staff even called us right away when we accidentally left something at our table. Bonus points for easy free street parking nearby and a great location for walking around the Pearl before dinner. Great food, great value, and we'll definitely be back.

    I finally relented and ate here with my wife (I'm not a huge fan of Mediterranean food). However, I…read morewas pleasantly surprised and would definitely go back. We went on a Wednesday, and the place seemed pretty empty. The hostess acted like she may not be able to seat us without a reservation. We ended up seated inside, but even on a Wednesday...this place filled up FAST. I can see why the hostess hesitated. Right out of the gate our server recommended the Mezas De Algeria ($65pp), which I wasn't super thrilled about. She then said if we chose to do our own thing, she recommended six dishes and they serve them family style. I guess the food, depending on what you order may take a while to come out, but being told how much to order was off-putting. We eventually went with the Hummus (absolute must do!), the Shishbarak (order this even before the hummus...it's that good!), Pork Souvlaki, and the Saffron Chicken. We had plenty of food and took some home. The food is absolutely AMAZING. Service trailed off toward the end, unfortunately, and a HUGE table of 12-15 people right in the center of the restaurant marred our dinner. I understand large parties, but this place is small and the NOISE from this party made it difficult to carry on a conversation. Really dinged the experience. I wish restaurants put more thought into whether they SHOULD - not CAN/COULD accommodate parties that large. Please think of other patrons. Overall: I'd definitely go back, but I'm wary about those kinds of prices...

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    Outstanding. Service…read moreand atmosphere: We received very good and professional service from get go. Everyone was polite, friendly and helpful. The restaurant is part of the Thompson San Antonio hotel and it was modern and elegant throughout. The restaurant is situated on the 20th floor with beautiful views of the city. We sat outside and enjoyed the nightlife. Food and drinks: Great selection in both areas. The menu offers good variety of high quality foods. I opted for ora king salmon with side of asparagus and smoked labneh. The salmon cut was cooked to perfection with flaky meat and crispy skin. The seasoning was spot on. The za'atar chicken kebab dish was equally good. Again, spot on seasoning and succulent meat. The restaurant offers hand crafted signature cocktails as well as selection of wine. Pricing: $$$ - totally justified and worth it.

    This rooftop restaurant is absolutely stunning. The ambiance is elegant, upscale, and beautifully…read moredesigned, with incredible views that make it a perfect spot for a date night or special occasion. The atmosphere alone makes a strong first impression and definitely gives a luxury experience. That said, the food was just okay considering the price point and overall presentation of the restaurant. Nothing was bad, but nothing particularly stood out either. Unfortunately, the service was the disappointing part of the experience. It felt inattentive at times and didn't quite match the level of hospitality you would expect from such a beautiful venue. Overall, it's worth visiting for the atmosphere and scenery, but I do hope the food and service improve to fully match the setting. I'm giving a 4 only because of the location and ambiance otherwise it would be 3.5.

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    Rooftop patio area
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    Fire fires plus view!
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