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Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval, Dania Beach, FL

Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval

4.7
4.7
552 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
At Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval, experience contemporary Latin cuisine without borders. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant culinary traditions of Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Venezuela, and beyond, our aim is to offer a culinary journey that transcends geographical boundaries, uniting the diverse flavors of Central and South America on a single, enriching plate.

With each dish that graces our tables, we celebrate the tapestry of Latin cooking, allowing the flavors of heritage to intertwine with modern techniques and global influences. Chef Richard Sandoval's vision encapsulates the passion and depth of Latin culinary traditions, interpreted through a contemporary lens. From savory tacos that transport you to the bustling streets of Mexico City to inventive ceviches that capture the coastal allure of Lima, Toro becomes a conduit for connecting cultures, one plate at a time

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Peruvian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (954) 686-1200
  • Website
    https://www.torodaniabeach.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef de Cuisine - Juan Mateo
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room with capacity for up to 20 people
  • Location
    1825 Griffin Road, Dania Beach, FL 33004
  • Area
    Dania Beach
  • Cross Street
    Griffin Road and I-95 ( at Le Meridien Hotel)
  • Parking details
    Free parking / Self parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Appetizers

  • Toro GuacamoleUS$14.00

    pico de gallo - jalapeño - smoked salt - lime juice - chips

    • Smoked Swordfish DipUS$16.00

      mesquite-smoked - pickled chili - radish - lemon aioli - chips

      • Sweet Corn Empanadas**US$18.00

        three cheeses - aji amarillo - house made pastry - chimichurri

        • Angus Beef Anticucho*US$22.00

          aji marisol adobo - ají amarillo aioli - charred corn salad

          • Chicharrón de Camarones**US$22.00

            crispy rock shrimp - ají amarillo aioli - pickled chili - crunchy garlic

            • Grilled Spanish Octopus*US$22.00

              papa 'huacaina' salad - cilantro sauce - evoo

              Ceviches & Salads

              • Classic Ceviche Amarillo*US$21.00

                hamachi - ají amarillo - leche tigre - mango - cucumber - red onion - radish

                • Ceviche Nikkei*US$22.00

                  ahi tuna - white ponzu - red onion - sweet potato - cucumber - avocado - cancha corn

                  • Baby Kale SaladUS$16.00

                    organic baby variety - pomegranate - oranges - aged manchego - candied peanuts - cherry tomato - orange chipotle vinaigrette

                    • Heirloom Tomato & BurrataUS$20.00

                      colorful tomato varieties - watermelon - fennel - jalapeño 'burrata' mozzarella - heart of palm - anch balsamic glaze - pepita seed pesto

                      Specialties

                      • Seared SalmonUS$42.00

                        braised bok choy - morita bacon jam - peruvian potatoes - crispy mushroom - achiote ponzu

                        • Zarandeado Red Snapper**US$52.00

                          local snapper - red adobo marinade - avocado tempura - shaved vegetable salad - smoked aioli

                          • Cusco Free Range ChickenUS$38.00

                            adobo-achiote marinated - charred broccolini - creamy yukon mash - salsa criolla - charred lemon

                            • Lomo Saltado***US$48.00

                              sliced beef tenderlion - stir-fried pepper and tomato - creamy bomba rice - cilantro - crispy potato strings*

                              From the Wood-Burning Grill

                              We have created a "gaucho style" selection that is prepared by our specialized Chef using organic wood to create robust flavors and smokiness. All steaks are served with chimichurri and house bbq sauce and choice of side dish

                              • 22oz Prime Cowboy RIBEYEUS$125.00

                                • 12oz Angus Churrasco*US$58.00

                                  skirt steak

                                  • Camarones a la Leña*

                                    garlic ajillo sauce

                                    • Toro Burger*US$28.00

                                      bison patty - charcoal grilled - yuzu pickle - aged white cheddar - bacon morita jam - truffled garlic crema - brioche bun - cotija herb shoestring fries

                                      • TORO SKEWERUS$140.00

                                        brazilian-style picanha steak - pork chop - skirt steak - cusco chicken

                                        • 12OZ PRIME DRY AGED BONE-IN NY STRIPUS$60.00

                                          • 8OZ PRIME FILET MIGNONUS$55.00

                                            • 8OZ WAGYU PICANHAUS$48.00

                                              • 16 oz IBERICO PORK CHOPUS$45.00

                                                Sides

                                                • Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$13.00

                                                  golden raisins - cotija cheese - sherry vinaigrette

                                                  • Pura VidaUS$15.00

                                                    steamed white rice - black beans - candied maduros - queso fresco

                                                    • Potato Three WaysUS$13.00

                                                      potato purée - crispy chips - roasted marble - ancho demi

                                                      • Grilled AvocadoUS$13.00

                                                        chimichurri - roasted corn - poblano salsa

                                                        • HEIRLOOM CARROTSUS$15.00

                                                          cashew nut aioli - honey passion fruit - pepita pesto

                                                          • TRUFFLE FRIES US$15.00

                                                            truffle oil - poblano tartar - pickled chil - cotija - chives

                                                            Desserts

                                                            • Churros**US$15.00

                                                              malted pastry dough - cinnamon sugar - dulce de leche

                                                              • Tres Leches**US$15.00

                                                                vanilla sponge - godiva white chocolate milk - dulce de leche

                                                                • Artisan GelatoUS$12.00

                                                                  per three scoops

                                                                  • Tropical Fruit SorbetUS$12.00

                                                                    per three scoops

                                                                    • Yellow Corn Cake US$14.00

                                                                      candied almond - mezcal-hibiscus gel- vanilla gelato - caramel corn

                                                                      Bebidas

                                                                      • Caipirinha TradicionalUS$16.00

                                                                        leblon cachaça - lime - sugar

                                                                        • MercadoUS$17.00

                                                                          tanteo habanero tequila - passion fruit - agave nectar - serrano - hibiscus-rosemary foam

                                                                          • Pain KillerUS$16.00

                                                                            diplomatico reserva rum - bacardi 8yr rum - pineapple - coconut - orange

                                                                            • Smokey Rum Old FashionedUS$17.00

                                                                              abuelo 12yr rum - old fashioned bitters - fee brothers orange bitters - cherry wood smoke

                                                                              • Gooseberry DaisyUS$16.00

                                                                                diplomatico reserva rum - lime - hibiscus tea - gooseberries - angostura bitters

                                                                                • Casual EncounterUS$17.00

                                                                                  sierra norte yellow corn bourbon - drambuie - cocchi americano - fee brothers orange bitters

                                                                                  Last updated: 19 September 2023

                                                                                  What 552 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                  • Fort Lauderdale

                                                                                    Lively

                                                                                  • Fort Lauderdale East

                                                                                    Child-friendly

                                                                                  • Fort Lauderdale East

                                                                                    Innovative

                                                                                  • Fort Lauderdale East

                                                                                    Good for groups

                                                                                  • Fort Lauderdale East

                                                                                    Lively

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval offers an upscale Latin-fusion experience with "outstanding" food and "great service." The menu presents a modern take on Peruvian cuisine, delighting guests with exquisite dishes like ceviche and empanadas. Though some find the prices high, many agree it's "perfect for a date night" and a must-visit in Fort Lauderdale.

                                                                                  552 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Bruce

                                                                                    Greater Boston

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    The food is good but honestly I think overpriced for what you get. The picana steak was 1/3 fat cap and inedible but tasty and the chimichuri was too spicy to enjoy but thankfully the flavors were there without it.

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                                                                                  2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    Fort Lauderdale

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Amazing staff, food, and drinks! It’s perfect for a date night or a night out with friends

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                                                                                  3. carlos

                                                                                    West Palm Beach

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 22 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    This one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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                                                                                  4. Al

                                                                                    Miami

                                                                                    63 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    63 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    TORO keeps getting better and better. There is no wrong choice on this menu. IF you come to Fort Lauderdale, Toro is a must for a wonderful dinner. Chef Richard is amazing and personally makes sure each table is having the full experience!

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                                                                                  5. Xiomara1

                                                                                    Miami

                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Todo excelente, la comida , los servicios y el tequila !! Sin duda regresamos.

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                                                                                  6. Carla

                                                                                    Campania

                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 2
                                                                                    The food and service were excellent ! The ambience needs work….

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                                                                                  7. Christie

                                                                                    Fort Lauderdale

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food was spectacular! Service was really great and attentive. It is a bit pricy but worth it.

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                                                                                  8. Russell

                                                                                    New Mexico

                                                                                    18 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    18 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Great experience. Good amount of gluten free optionss.

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                                                                                  9. Paul

                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 6 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food was great. Risotto was a bit salty but overall everything was good. Drinks were balanced and consistent. I would recommend this restaurant.

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                                                                                  10. Constanza

                                                                                    Miami

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The service was amazing and the restaurant es very nice. We had drinks and we had fun. The menu was limited for some of us because the most of the food offered is very spicy. And when I say spicy oh! Unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy the food as expected. Most of the dishes are for people that likes spicy spicy.

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 686-1200.

                                                                                  Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval is rated 4.7 stars by 552 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                  Booked 1 time today

                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                  Google Map for Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval

                                                                                  1825 Griffin Road, Dania Beach, FL 33004

                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                    Griffin Road and I-95 ( at Le Meridien Hotel)
                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                    Dania Beach
                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Latin American, Peruvian, Steakhouse
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Free parking / Self parking
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Chef de Cuisine - Juan Mateo
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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