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Noise • Moderate
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Yes, Toro Cantina is a popular choice for date night thanks to its modern, upscale Mexican vibe, craft cocktails and attentive service. Guests frequently praise the decor, margaritas, and special touches for anniversaries or celebrations. It can get lively and occasionally loud on weekend nights, so consider an early or weekday reservation if you prefer a quieter table. Overall, great for a celebratory or romantic evening where you want vibrant atmosphere, shareable plates, and strong drinks.
Portions at Toro Cantina are generally generous, many guests mention large, shareable plates and ample entrees that often yield leftovers. Appetizers like the guacamole cart and taco boards are meant for sharing, and entrees are described as hearty (some guests called portions “huge” or “more than ample”). If you’re not very hungry, consider sharing plates or asking your server about lighter options or smaller portions.
Toro Cantina’s posted hours are: Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm, Fri–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm, and Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm (Sunday includes brunch service). Reservations are recommended for popular nights and special events.
Yes, Toro accommodates families and can provide highchairs and family seating when requested, but accessibility of specific tables can vary. Guests often bring children for celebrations and special brunches, and the owner asks parties to note highchair needs and allergens when booking. That said, some guests report being seated in louder, more crowded back rooms or having seating requests overlooked, so call ahead if you need a specific table or accessibility accommodations.
For a lively experience and drink specials, weekend evenings or Taco Tuesday are popular. If you prefer a quieter visit, try a weekday evening or an earlier seating; Monday or slow mornings (weekday brunch) are mentioned as less busy. Reservations are recommended for busy nights and holiday events to secure the time and table you want.
Toro Cantina has an upbeat, modern and slightly upscale Mexican atmosphere, stylish decor, lively music and a bustling dining room. Guests describe it as tasteful, vibrant and a good spot for celebrations. It can get noisy on busy nights, which adds to the energy but may not suit intimate, quiet conversations every time.
Casual dress is appropriate at Toro Cantina. Guests typically dine in smart-casual attire, nothing formal required, but many come dressed for a nice night out.
Yes, Toro encourages guests to note allergies and highchair needs when booking and asks that parties of eight or more call directly to arrange seating. Guests often request specific tables or seating areas, but some report that seating requests aren’t always guaranteed, so calling ahead to confirm preferences is a good idea.
Somewhat, families do dine at Toro Cantina and children’s selections are enjoyed by younger guests at brunch and dinners. The restaurant offers highchairs and family-friendly buffet events (e.g., Santa Brunch with kids’ pricing). However, the atmosphere leans upscale and portions are generous, and several guests note it can be noisy and not specifically tailored to very young kids, so plan an early seating or call ahead if visiting with toddlers.
Toro is busiest on weekends, special holidays and event nights (Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo, Valentine’s Day), when the dining room can be very full and lively. Quieter times tend to be weekday evenings or slower mornings/brunches on non-holiday weekends. If you want to avoid the rush, pick an early weekday seating or call ahead to reserve.
It depends on what you want: for specials, lively crowds and Taco Tuesday energy, go on a Tuesday or a weekend night. For a quieter, more relaxed meal, choose a weekday evening or an early Sunday brunch. Reservations are recommended for busy nights and holiday events to ensure your preferred time and seating.
Yes, Toro Cantina accepts large parties and private events. The restaurant asks parties of eight or more to call directly to arrange reservations and can accommodate private-party bookings, making it a good choice for celebrations and group dinners.
Toro Cantina does host and stay open for holiday events (guests mention Valentine’s specials, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day brunches, and the owner lists a Santa Brunch). Hours may vary for holidays, so call ahead or check the restaurant’s event/reservation page before planning a holiday visit.
Yes, Toro Cantina offers outdoor seating in addition to its indoor dining rooms. Guests specifically note the restaurant has both indoor and outdoor options, which can be a pleasant choice on nice weather days.
Toro Cantina is rated 4.6 stars by 1120 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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