Toro - View this location on map  'What s as rich as Toro s cheese plate, has as much flavor as its olive oil roasted Brussels sprouts, and is as undeniably saucy as its patatas bravas? The neighborhood designers and artists, in-the-know real estate movers and shakers, and local restaurateurs who without fail, seven nights a week flock to chef-owner Ken Oringer s no--reservations hot spot from happy hour till closing time. Rubbing elbows with such characters over cava at the raucous bar makes waiting for a table seem like a perk, not a burden.' Boston Magazine 1704 Washington St., Boston, Massachusetts Restaurant, Local spot Toro - View this location on map '1704 Washington St., Boston, 617-536-4300 Although the distinctly un-Spanish corn on the cob is one of the most popular orders at this glamorous shrine to tapas, Toro shows its true genius with more authentic fare, turning out perfect potato omelets, salt cod croquettes, and cured jamón serrano. Each dish is a masterpiece, and even the most jaded gluttons will be in awe of the decadent foie gras with ginger, pickled cherries, and white nectarines. Skip the sangria for a glass of dry sherry, and embrace the jaleo noisy crowds are as Spanish as garlic and olive oil.' Boston Magazine 1704 Washington St., Boston, Massachusetts Restaurant, Local spot Toro - View this location on map 'Though the menu incorporates tot pleasers like a Kobe mini burger and glasses of eminently slurpable banana milk, Toro doesn t exactly break out the crayons and coloring books for its brunch service. For certain parents specifically, those who secretly miss their carefree nights out at places like Toro that s part of the charm. They get to enjoy a midday meal in an atmosphere that, if more laid-back than the frothy vibe that takes over the restaurant during the dinner shift, is pleasantly grownup. And so long as they get there shortly after the doors open at 10:30 a.m. (not a problem, thanks to the little early risers!), they ll likely be seated right away, sparing Junior the risk of suffering a class 5 meltdown while the family waits for a table.' Boston Magazine 1704 Washington St., Boston, Massachusetts Restaurant, Local spot |