Toro Boston vs No. 9 Park
No. 9 Park and Toro are both praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Toro scores slightly better than No. 9 Park. Toro comes in at 91 with approval from 16 reviews like Where, Not For Tourists and Gayot.
Toro Boston
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1704 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118-3307
From $21 /night
Fodor's
"Small plates such as grilled corn with aioli and cotija cheese are hefty enough to make a meal out of a few, or you can share the regular or vegetarian paella with a group."
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Travel + Leisure
"Located in the heart of the South End, Ken Oringer’s Toro specializes in Spanish pinxtos (snacks) and tapas."
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Zagat
"You might have to "fight for a seat" at this no-reservations, "packed-to-the-gills" South End "mob scene" from Ken Oringer (of Clio), but "go, go, go"."
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BlackBook
"Superstar chef Ken Oringer delivers dozens of tantalizing tapas for gregarious urban hippies and festive parties."
Gayot
15.0
"Displaying all the brick-and-wood rusticity of its progenitors, it contains an open kitchen turning out Spanish tidbits, authentic in spirit as well as in their ingredients."
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No. 9 Park
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9 Park St, Boston, MA 02108-4804
From $25 /night
Fodor's
"The stellar cuisine at Chef Barbara Lynch's first restaurant continues to draw plenty of well-deserved attention from its place in the shadow of the State House's golden dome."
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Travel + Leisure
"The menu showcases French- and Italian-influenced dishes such as the signature prune-stuffed gnocchi with foie gras and Vin Santo sauce, an inspired salty-sweet combination."
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Zagat
""Innovative" twists and "subtle" "depth of flavor" distinguish "impeccably prepared" French-Italian fare that's paired with "fantastic" wines and cocktails by "sublime" servers."
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BlackBook
"Boston favorite Lydia Shire’s French and Italian inspired dishes are the type people want to talk about having to anyone who’ll listen after they’ve been."
Gayot
16.0
"Diners may splurge on the daily changing seven-course tasting menu, which includes dishes like her famously rich prune-stuffed gnocchi with seared foie gras and toasted almonds."
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