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Toro serves Barcelona-inspired tapas on Washington Street in the South End, and it is still the restaurant most closely tied to chef and owner Ken Oringer, who runs it as part of his JK Food Group. The menu is a long list of hot and cold small plates meant to be shared, with classic-leaning cocktails and wine alongside. Toro is MICHELIN Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide Northeast Cities (2025 selection).

It suits groups and couples who like to order in rounds rather than commit to a single main course, and anyone who wants a lively South End dinner rather than a hushed one. The restaurant sits on the southern stretch of Washington Street and points guests to Worcester Square on the Silver Line or Massachusetts Avenue on the Orange Line; parking is on the street.

What to order

The menu runs from jamón and Spanish cheeses through pintxos to tapas from the sea and the land. Salt-cod croquetas with fried lemon and alioli, grilled corn with alioli, lime, espelette and aged cheese, and roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade are long-standing fixtures. Paella comes as a seafood-and-chicken Valenciana or a vegetable version. Because the kitchen cooks with the seasons, individual dishes change through the year.

Brunch, takeout and the supper club

Sunday adds a brunch service with its own dishes and cocktails. Toro also sells takeout through its online ordering during dinner hours, and runs a supper club subscription that is linked from its website.

Groups and private events

The restaurant hosts private events for up to 75 guests, either seated or cocktail style, from birthdays and holiday parties to weddings, and an inquiry form on its events page starts the process. For an ordinary table of six or more, expect that a gratuity may be added to the bill; the figure is in the FAQ.

Sources: Toro, about, hours and location, menus, private events, reservations, MICHELIN Guide. Checked September 27, 2026.

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1704 Washington Street
Boston, 02118

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About Toro

Quick answer: Toro is a restaurant at 1704 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02118. Ken Oringer's tapas restaurant on Washington Street in the South End: croquetas, bone marrow and paella.

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Toro serves Barcelona-inspired tapas on Washington Street in the South End, and it is still the restaurant most closely tied to chef and owner Ken Oringer, who runs it as part of his JK Food Group. The menu is a long list of hot and cold small plates meant to be shared, with classic-leaning cocktails and wine alongside. Toro is MICHELIN Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide Northeast Cities (2025 selection).

It suits groups and couples who like to order in rounds rather than commit to a single main course, and anyone who wants a lively South End dinner rather than a hushed one. The restaurant sits on the southern stretch of Washington Street and points guests to Worcester Square on the Silver Line or Massachusetts Avenue on the Orange Line; parking is on the street.

What to order

The menu runs from jamón and Spanish cheeses through pintxos to tapas from the sea and the land. Salt-cod croquetas with fried lemon and alioli, grilled corn with alioli, lime, espelette and aged cheese, and roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade are long-standing fixtures. Paella comes as a seafood-and-chicken Valenciana or a vegetable version. Because the kitchen cooks with the seasons, individual dishes change through the year.

Brunch, takeout and the supper club

Sunday adds a brunch service with its own dishes and cocktails. Toro also sells takeout through its online ordering during dinner hours, and runs a supper club subscription that is linked from its website.

Groups and private events

The restaurant hosts private events for up to 75 guests, either seated or cocktail style, from birthdays and holiday parties to weddings, and an inquiry form on its events page starts the process. For an ordinary table of six or more, expect that a gratuity may be added to the bill; the figure is in the FAQ.

Sources: Toro, about, hours and location, menus, private events, reservations, MICHELIN Guide. Checked September 27, 2026.

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Amenities at Toro

  • Shared tapas and paella
  • Sunday brunch
  • Takeout during dinner hours
  • Private events up to 75
  • Supper club subscription
  • Street parking

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toro MICHELIN Recommended?
Yes. Toro is a MICHELIN Recommended restaurant in the MICHELIN Guide Northeast Cities selection for Greater Boston, announced on November 18, 2025. It does not hold a star or a Bib Gourmand.
What are Toro's opening hours?
Dinner is served Sunday to Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Brunch is served on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Takeout runs Sunday to Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
How do I make a reservation at Toro?
Book through OpenTable, which is embedded on the reservations page of the restaurant's own website. You can also call (617) 536-4300 during business hours, or email [email protected] with questions.
Where is Toro, and how do I get there?
Toro is at 1704 Washington Street in Boston's South End, MA 02118. The restaurant lists Worcester Square on the Silver Line and Massachusetts Avenue station on the Orange Line as the closest stops, and on-street parking is available nearby.
What should I order at Toro?
The menu is built for sharing, tapas-style. Long-standing fixtures include the Croquetas de Bacalao, salt cod croquettes with fried lemon and alioli ($17); the Maíz Asado, grilled corn with alioli, lime, espelette and aged cheese ($18); and the Asado de Huesos, roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade and a citrus salad ($24). Because the kitchen cooks with the seasons, individual dishes change through the year, and menu prices can change.
Does Toro serve paella?
Yes, at dinner only, and the kitchen asks guests to allow at least 30 minutes. The Paella Valenciana, with shrimp, mussels, clams, chorizo and chicken, is $47 for a small and $94 for a large; the vegetable Paella de Verduras is $37 and $74.
Does Toro have vegetarian dishes?
Yes. The menu marks vegetarian dishes, including the Maíz Asado grilled corn, the Tortilla Española, Spanish cheeses and the vegetable paella.
Does Toro serve brunch?
Yes. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with brunch additions to the menu alongside the regular small plates.
Can Toro host a private event?
Yes. The restaurant has space for up to 75 guests and hosts both seated dinners and cocktail-style gatherings, from birthdays and holiday parties to weddings. Inquiries start with the form on the events page of the restaurant's website.
Is there a charge for large groups?
The menu notes that a 20% gratuity may be added to parties of six or more.

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