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Toro Toro
Located on the main lobby level of the newly redesigned InterContinental Miami, Toro Toro is celebrated chef/restaurateur Richard Sandoval’s creative Pan-Latin interpretation of a contemporary steakhouse. This sophisticated and sexy concept is modeled after Sandoval’s Dubai Toro Toro, which was named “Best Latin” and “Best New Restaurant” by Time Out. The restaurant’s selection of meats, carved tableside rodizio-style, along with an array of small plates, composed main-plates and a la carte steaks draws foodies while Toro Toro’s buzz-worthy bar, emphasizing Latin-inspired cocktails made with ultra-premium Latin spirits and a well-curated collection of fine wines from around the world, draws the cocktail crowd.
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56 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 56 reviews
5 stars
(26)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(34)
- vibrant bar scene(24)
- good for groups(23)
- special occasion(21)
- hot spot(17)
- notable wine list(13)
Toro Toro Reviews List
Review 1 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Interesting food, very creative.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Interesting food, very creative. Waitstaff excellent. My only complaint was that the restaurant was a little chilly - too much a/c."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 2 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant--excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant--excellent pan latin food! Very nice ambiance, too. Really loved the yuca cheese rolls, ceviche, the Toro Toro Salad, steaks."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic
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Review 3 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wow! Some of the best food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wow! Some of the best food I've had in a long time. This was a great place for a business dinner. Try the Spanish rice. It was outstanding!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 4 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall, Toro Toro was super super.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Located in the lobby and on that particular day there was a noisy auction going on so the ambiance within the restaurant was pleasant, we were blanketed with the the rants of the loud voices. Other than that, all else was amazing...... From the exceptional service to the cuisine. Delichhhhh!!! Going to plan my daughter's 15th bday family dinner here. Returning soon with husband and just hoping to be able to listen to the music this time around."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect in every way
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful experience. Dined with wife during recent Miami stay, Toro toro was new to us. What a pleasant surprise. Great waitress. Nina, polite and efficient. Give this place 5 stars."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 6 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although the portions were rather small (to be expected from a Tapas restaurant in a hotel lobby catering primarily to tourists and the expense account crowd), the food was excellent and the drink list was extensive. The drinks were well made and reasonable (for Miami $12ish for cocktails), and the service was great. The ambiance was romantic and the decor was excellent as well. I would recommend."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 7 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Will never go back again.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Will never go back again. The restaurant was full due to a rainstorm; however, the kitchen could not keep up with the number of patrons. It took over 2 hours for us to get our meal -- sandwiches."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2004
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Review 8 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Swordfish dip with plantains
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Swordfish dip with plantains was amazinggg!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A fine place to eat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Toro Toro is a very good restaurant with a variety of tapas and main plates. The Octopus tapas was delicious and tender."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Toro Toro = Yes Yes!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The specialty cocktails were tasty and presented beautifully. My group ordered several food items and shared them - everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The staff was attentive, but not overbearing. The atmosphere was inviting! Definitely coming back!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Treat especially well as Open
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Treat especially well as Open Table guest an excellent variety of small plate options. Will return."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
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Review 12 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautifully presented. Waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautifully presented. Waitress helpful. Went right before a Miami heat game. They were able to provide exceptional service and we were happy with our choice. Best to eat empanadas, octopus, plantain and swordfish dip."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time. I felt like I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great time. I felt like I was on. Vacation the food and service were great. I will be going back ."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent AAA+++
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent beyond words! All of the tapas were fantastic. The wine was superb. Our waiter, Mate, was wonderful, very knowledgable and service was perfect!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The atmosphere is very open.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere is very open. Lots of side by side tables, but it wasn't overly crowded when we were there. Because it's so open, sound really carries and it was pretty loud. Service however was excellent. Staff was knowledgeable about the menu and didn't force choices. Specialty cocktails were very tasty. Overall, the food was visually appealing and delicious. The churrasco platter for two was a perfect size to share various meats without getting oversated. All in all, a delightful experience."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
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Review 16 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced and mediocre
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Okay food but nothing impressive and lots of hidden charges ($9 for still water that I believed to be tap water?). So-so wine list. 18% Service charge included but they do not tell you that. I recommend strongly against eating here. Overall I felt I was being taken advantage of."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
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Review 17 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
we order many of the small
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we order many of the small bits in waves hoping the next dish would be better then the last, We left very under whelmed. The restaurant is a combo of sugarcane, ceviche 105 and bulla, all which are less expensive with better food."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2012
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Review 18 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best DinningExperence in DWTW Miami
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Came in for Dinner tonight with a friend after I heard a lot about this new place.
They have been there for about 4 months and what a lovely surprise! We arrived earlier for our reservation and enjoyed great drinks at the bar, vibrant music, beautiful people and a great Happy hour! We're seated by a lovely hostess and than we started to have one of the best dining experience we ever had! Our waiter was amazing! New every single item on that menu and by explaining it to us made my mouth watery in just imagining what was to come. We started with empanadas, OMG talk about a delicious empanada, the best I ever had in my life followed by cocoa flat bread ...and it goes on!!!What a great night!!Perfect service, great management team! I recommend"
They have been there for about 4 months and what a lovely surprise! We arrived earlier for our reservation and enjoyed great drinks at the bar, vibrant music, beautiful people and a great Happy hour! We're seated by a lovely hostess and than we started to have one of the best dining experience we ever had! Our waiter was amazing! New every single item on that menu and by explaining it to us made my mouth watery in just imagining what was to come. We started with empanadas, OMG talk about a delicious empanada, the best I ever had in my life followed by cocoa flat bread ...and it goes on!!!What a great night!!Perfect service, great management team! I recommend"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food and great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great food and great service. the wait staff is amazing, especially Mattej ..he is the best! the food is very tasty . a great experience overall."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, but what was most
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food, but what was most impressive was the service."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bartender Joey & Diver Scallops
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Joey, the bartender was FANTASTIC! Warm, funny, welcoming - made sure the 6 of us were taken care of on a busy Fri night. I rated service "good" because of our waiter' "aurelleno (sp?). Efficient but abrupt and really pushed us ordering WAY more than we would ever eat. Never smiled til he brought us the check. All food was "ok" in flavor. The great exception was the diver scallops - WOW!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 22 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place! Service and food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place! Service and food are top notch. Make sure to try some of the specialty cocktails and the octopuse!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for any occasion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place for any occasion ! Food is anmazing and the service is superb. The greatest drink menu in town!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 24 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect Miami Food Spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Hotel Intercontinental never fails to live up to its reputation. My husband and I went for our anniversary again this year. Chef Alex had recommended the new Toro Toro and he was right again! We enjoyed the food, wine, and other diners who sat nearby. We will be back to try more of the small plates, since we opted for the carving meats as our main. The watermellon salad was delicious!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our server was top notch but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server was top notch but the rodizio aspect of the night was anticlimatic. We have been to many rodizios and this one just doesn't do it right. Everything else about the meal was great (minus the tres leches dessert)"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2010
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Review 26 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food and very nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food and very nice atmosphere"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's a good place to have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's a good place to have a HH and Dinenr after work."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 28 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The menu is primarily tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu is primarily tapas style although they do serve some dinners. The tapas were excellent and were
hot when they arrived at the table. Our server, Brandi, was great and answered all our questions. The kitchen was a bit
slow considering we were there pre-Heat game and the restaurant was not crowded."
hot when they arrived at the table. Our server, Brandi, was great and answered all our questions. The kitchen was a bit
slow considering we were there pre-Heat game and the restaurant was not crowded."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic
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Review 29 for Toro Toro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great "Small Plates"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had dinner here before leaving on a cruise. The "small plates" were outstanding and were just the right amount for a couple to share. Will eat here again next time we are in Miami."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Toro Toro
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
1 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic