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Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago, Chicago, IL

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

4.5
4.5
31 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Latin

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
NOW OPEN Toro Chicago, from critically acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval, is a vibrant Latin restaurant known for seamlessly blending bold Central and South American flavors with the innovative culinary techniques of Chef Sandoval. We offer a bespoke dining experience that celebrates the rich histories of Latin cuisine through a diverse menu, all hosted within a dynamic and lively environment. From tantalizing tapas to inventive entrees, each dish at Toro is crafted with a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin, Latin American, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–11:30 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 565-6644
  • Website
    https://www.torochicago.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Richard Sandoval
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available for 14-64 people. Please inquire for our private offering menu options. More information available on www.torochicago.com/private-events
  • Location
    200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    between Wacker Drive and Randolph on Upper Columbus
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA Bus & Train, Randolph / Michigan, Wacker / Columbus.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

For the Table

  • SMOKED GUACAMOLEUSD 16.00

    tomato, red onion, cilantro, housemade chips

    • TUNA PONZU GUACAMOLEUSD 22.00

      serrano, chipotle aioli, salsa macha, ponzu, housemade chips

      • SMOKED SWORDFISH DIPUSD 21.00

        mesquite-smoked, pickled chili radish, lemon aioli, cherry tomatoes, housemade chips

        • GRILLED PROVOLETAUSD 19.00

          provolone, chorizo, red bell pepper, oregano, chorizo, red bell pepper, provolone, grilled sourdough bread

          • Skirt SteakUSD 5.00

        Suviche Bar

        • WAGYU BEEF TIRADITOUSD 24.00

          tataki tenderloin, cashew crisp, truffle ponzu, yuzu kosho

          • TUNA TATAKI CEVICHEUSD 23.00

            fermented aji amarillo, enoki mushrooms, cancha praline, coriander-chili oil

            • PERUVIAN CEVICHEUSD 21.00

              white fish, leche de tigre, sweet potato, red onion, canchas

              • CEVICHE AMARILLOUSD 21.00

                shrimp, white fish, aji amarillo, leche de tigre, mango, cucumber, red onion

                • LOBSTER ROLLUSD 24.00

                  missy-martinez, lobster, avocado, crisp potatoes, a la macha, chalquita tuna ponzu, yuzu butter

                  • ANGRY TUNA TEMPURA ROLLUSD 20.00

                    spicy tuna, cucumber, avocado, black tobiko, sweet chili sauce, yuzu kosho aioli, sesame

                    • FLAMBÉE SALMON ROLLUSD 22.00

                      orange tobiko, asparagus, green onion, nori, bayou cajun, avocado chipotle masago aioli, yuzu kosho

                      • ACEVICHADO NIKKEIUSD 20.00

                        white fish tiradito, leche de tigre, togarashi aioli, shrimp tempura, kabayaki

                        Soup & Salad

                        • BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUPUSD 16.00

                          roasted pepita, coconut foam, pepita calabaza sauce

                          • KALE SALADUSD 17.00

                            heirloom cherry tomato, grape, candied-cancha

                            • HEIRLOOM TOMATO & BURRATAUSD 18.00

                              hearts of palm, watercress, shaved fennel, mixed melon dressing, balsamic reduction

                              • ROASTED BEET SALADUSD 18.00

                                goat cheese emulsion, caramelized walnut, apple vinegar powder, green apple, beet vinaigrette

                                From the Grill

                                All steaks are served with Argentinian chimichurri. Fried potatoes & grilled shishito peppers

                                • CHURRASCOUSD 95.00

                                  colorado lamb chops, prime ribeye, argentinian chorizo, chicken thighs

                                  • 8 OZ CENTER CUT FILET MIGNONUSD 58.00

                                    • 14 OZ RIB EYEUSD 62.00

                                      • 12 OZ STRIP LOINUSD 55.00

                                        • 52 OZ PRIME TOMAHAWKUSD 215.00

                                          mezcal flambe, bone marrow butter

                                          • RACK OF LAMBUSD 68.00

                                            grilled tiger prawns

                                            Specialties

                                            • SALMON ACHIOTE PONZUUSD 38.00

                                              kimchi marinade, bacon morita jam, balsamic ponzu, cauliflower puree

                                              • ZARANDEADOUSD 36.00

                                                chilean catch of the day, zarandeado aioli, grilled avocado, corn pico de gallo, coleslaw

                                                • CUSCO CHICKENUSD 26.00

                                                  aji amarindo, criolla salsa, cusco mashed potatoes, asparagus, zucchini

                                                  • LOMO SALTADOUSD 44.00

                                                    beef tenderloin, creamy rice, soy sauce, crispy potato, rocoto aioli

                                                    • BONE-IN BEEF RIB 'AL CARBON'USD 46.00

                                                      slow-smoked beef rib, bib lettuce, tres salsas

                                                      • SEARED DUCK BREASTUSD 36.00

                                                        foie gras, chifa europa, orange rice, bell pepper onion, mushrooms, yuzu butter

                                                        • SCALLOPS & PORK BELLYUSD 48.00

                                                          peruvian creamed corn, cherry tomatoes, snap pea, mojo butter, plum glaze

                                                          Sides

                                                          • ESQUITES MAC & CHEESEUSD 18.00

                                                            charred corn, chipotle crema, cotija cheese, cilantro

                                                            • TURBAN ASPARAGUSUSD 12.00

                                                              grilled asparagus

                                                              • POTATOES THREE WAYSUSD 12.00

                                                                crispy potato, roasted fingerling, mashed potatoes, red wine demi glaze

                                                                • HEIRLOOM CARROTSUSD 12.00

                                                                  pistou, cashew aioli, pepita frill

                                                                  • TORO FRIESUSD 12.00

                                                                    cotija cheese, aji tartar, pickled chilies, truffle oil

                                                                    Last updated: 4 November 2024

                                                                    What 31 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                    4.5
                                                                    4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                    • 4.2Service
                                                                    • 4.5Ambience
                                                                    • 4.1Value

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                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval in Chicago offers an "amazing" culinary experience with unique Latin American flavors and a welcoming ambiance. While service is still being fine-tuned, the "sublime" food and standout dishes like the Venezuelan Cachapas and Short Rib Chaufa make it a must-visit for food enthusiasts. Highly recommended!

                                                                    31 Reviews

                                                                    1. Carlos Douglas

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined today

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I loved it food and the service was great of course I’ll be back

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                                                                    2. Susan

                                                                      Los Angeles

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had a lovely relaxing dinner after a long day of traveling. Food was very good and the coffee cart was a very unique experience.

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                                                                    3. Efrain

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      1.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                      bad service the flavors were not there We asked for a beer and they didn't have it. The waiter did not speak English very well and it was very difficult to understand him.

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                                                                    4. David

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Outstanding food and service. The Fairmount Hotel is a bit hard to find even for a native Chicagoan. Apparently a lot of diners use Ubers but there's valet parking once you find the entrance. The place is elegant, presentation is professional, food superb. So don't panic driving through the multiple levels of Columbus Drive when all the buildings look alike!

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                                                                    5. Jay

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      2.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      Terrible service, slow. More concerned about setting up tables for next day than current customers.

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                                                                    6. Mary

                                                                      Milwaukee

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      This new restaurant in the Fairmont Hotel gives off a corporate vibe: impersonal, non-local. The menu was pan-American, but in reality more electic even than that. The kitchen is open and in the dining room, which I liked. Very impressed by watching these people work! The food was very good, very fresh and nutritious. You'll eat well here. But the presentation was awkward -- the plating was just weird -- and there seem to be some kinks in operation. For instance, we were brought our food twice. Also, there was an exceptionally long wait for dessert. Finally, I just hated the music: droning dance floor-type music. Something much more tasteful is in order.

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                                                                    7. Greg

                                                                      St. Louis

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Wait staff was a little overwhelmed. Food and atmosphere was incredible. Absolutely will come back

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                                                                    8. Tanker

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      3.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      The food was excellent, the menu was varied. The service was impossible, there either too few servers or the area they covered was too large. We’ll go back but only to sit at the bar where hopefully the service would be better.

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                                                                    9. Jade

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      4.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Was looking forward to dining at this new restaurant but unfortunately our server damaged the quality of our experience. While the restaurant ambiance and food and cocktails were very great we spent 4+ hours there due to our inattentive server. What matters worse is that it seemed very intentional and not due to lack of awareness. Very unacceptable to have someone like this on their team.

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                                                                    10. Ken

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Service was great, especially for a restaurant that has not even had their grand opening Food was delicious and with unique twists

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 565-6644.

                                                                    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago is rated 4.5 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                    Booked 10 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval – Chicago

                                                                    200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      between Wacker Drive and Randolph on Upper Columbus
                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Downtown / Loop
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–11:30 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Contemporary Latin, Latin American, Pan-Asian
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Valet
                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                      CTA Bus & Train, Randolph / Michigan, Wacker / Columbus.
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                      Chef Richard Sandoval
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      https://www.torochicago.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (312) 565-6644
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      Private dining available for 14-64 people. Please inquire for our private offering menu options. More information available on www.torochicago.com/private-events
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