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    Torogoz

    4.2 (25 reviews)
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    DJ J.

    We stopped in for a drink ands app. When in the area. The restaurant is very contemporary with a nice bar with dim lighting and nice area of tables. We ordered some wine. They carry wines from Refucilo winery which we like and enjoyed. Service was nice and our food came out very quickly. We share the Aguachile, which is a fun dish with some pepper flavor and a bit bitter and a slight citrus and salty taste with some radish. The shrimp was a bit tough but good. Also shared the Pastelitos de pollo which are basically Empanadas that were lacking flavor. Would like to try a main course in the future.

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    Tommy B.

    Saw this place pop up on yelp and wanted to try after picking up our friend from the airport. We knew on a Friday night we would have to wait. Put our names in for 3 and ended up waiting well over an hour when they said only 20 minutes. We ordered some appetizers to start and the romaine salad was absolutely delicious, highly recommend. We did a family style and ordered three main dishes. The branzino (fish of the day) was awesome. We loved the sauces that came with it. Our waitress was great and very knowledgeable about the menu. She told us how the name is from a specific bird in Latin America and all about the restaurant. The only thing we didn't like was the extra charges. We didn't realize we would be charged $12 for asking for extra sauce and then we were talked into a dessert specialty drinks that we didn't order so when they came out we assumed they were compliments of the house for the long wait but found out we were charged for that as well as the mocktail for my pregnant wife. Would come back as this is a unique restaurant but definitely would be aware of extra charges and making sure you are on the same page.

    Catch-of-the-day ceviche
    Trish T.

    First thing you notice when you open the door to this Peruvian hot spot is the atmosphere - it's date-night-energetic. Low light, deep green walls, sophisticated (but not pretentious) decor. The bright light at the front door where the kitchen/host stand is is a bit of a shocking contrast. The bar area are is quite popular for a casual dinner. It filled up by about 7pm. Ceviche is the claim to fame for Torogoz, and it's good. The citrus, spicy punch is a bit overpowering, but it's done well. The dish is pretty, but though the beautiful earthenware each person gets for this course comes out hot. Odd for a chilled dish. The plates are beautiful, though. The wine list was also a standout for us. The ops manager (really welcoming, knowledgeable) came by and explained that the Torogoz teams buys exclusively from this quaint winery on the Northside called Refucilo -- a Latino-owned biz (great combo!) whose owner imports from Mendoza. We got the Grand Reserve Cabernet. It was a 2019 and quite good. (Side note - can't wait to try this winery! The biz gets fab reviews!) We ordered the 1st ceviche to share among 3 people. The catch of the day was mahi mahi. Again- the "Leche de Tigre (that citrusy, spicy punch) overpowers. There was a pretty, vibrant orange dollop of sweet potato, but it's lost in the citrus. We all ordered the Peruvian chicken. My husband and I were *monster* fans of this crazy-good dish from our decades in DC - frequenting this wildly popular, fabulous Peruvian hole in the wall called Pollo Rico. (It's still open & now has other locs. I'd humbly suggest Torogoz folks make a trek to try their version!!). As a result, I think our expectations were too high. The "Peruvian spices" in the Torogoz chicken - beyond the skin - were so muted, you almost couldn't taste them. You receive an ample portion, and it's moist - but the spices are SO key to Peruvian chicken! No dessert for us, though if we return - we'll try those good-looking churros. The mole pork chop also sounded good. All-in-all it was a good night - the friendly service, the wine, the ambiance, the attention to detail were all very much appreciated.

    Ceviche and Aquachile
    John H.

    Fantastic Latin cuisine with amazing cocktails. Ceviche is excellent and both the strip steak and fish of the day were great. Wonderful addition to the Sewickley food scene. Service was superb! Will be back.

    Filet onions tomatoes and frites

    Pros: I got the filet meal. I didn't grab a pic of the menu so forgive me for not remembering the name. It was a generous portion and I was so thankful. The steak was cooked perfectly medium and had such a beautiful spicy sauce. Spice level 5/10 so not overly spicy, just right. The frites were soggy but still yummy and I ate most of them. I loved the veggies in it. The rice was delicious, but would be so much better with fresh larger sliced carrots and green beans in it instead of the frozen style. But the flavor was incredible. My husband said the fish was excellent. It seems like it should be served over rice, but nevertheless was very tasty. The service was incredible and the atmosphere is modern, eclectic. Great date night. The drinks were perfect Cons: The fish meal wasn't super filling. Perfect if you want a light meal. The rice needs freshly cut veggies. Really not much to complain about

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    I had the toughest steak ever. Server was excellent. Ambiance is okay. Parking is extremely difficult.

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    Great food and atmosphere ... didn't know I was in Sewickley for a minute. The vibe was casual and lively.

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    We made ours online, but I believe they disabled that. They don't answer a phone, or emails, or messages on Instagram. So at this point you'd have to go in person to make one, or possibly they aren't currently doing reservations at all. I saw them… Read more

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