Los Toros Auténtico Español — Restaurant in Halifax

We were excited to try this new authentic Spanish restaurant. It had good hype online and the menu looked appealing. We had no issue reserving a table for 10 people and were seated immediately upon arrival. The restaurant ambience felt relaxed, sophisticated, and welcoming. Our server (Ana) was very friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable of the menu. She was able to provide recommendations during the opening night. The service was not consistent throughout the night. We were able to get our tapas and drinks quite promptly, however, some of our entrees took longer than expected. This might be due to their opening night. We were able to try all the appetizers with the exception of the oysters (they were not available). Overall, the Tapas were good. The Chorizos al Vino Tinto, Calamares a la Romana, and the Pulpo a la Brasa (potatoes served with this plate was better than the Patatas Bravas) were our top choices. The Paella Vallenciana Mixta was delicious. Ana was on point recommending this dish to us. For our especialidades, we ordered the Espaguetis con Mariscos and Medallones de res, both dish tasted really good. However, one of the medallones that we ordered was sent back to the kitchen, but only to get the order wrong again. Ana was kind enough to take it off the bill, fortunately the person that ordered the food was already getting full from the tapas as it took quite sometime to correct the order only to serve another wrong order. For dessert, we all wanted to try the Chocolate con Churros. The expectation was quite different from the reality. In their website, it showed an actual churros dipped in traditional hot chocolate. What we received was donuts sprinkled with sugar served in a coffee mug of half-filled chocolate. I think that the aesthetic of the dish could be significantly improved and if this is what they are serving, then it should reflect the menu and on their website because we were quite disappointed when we received the orders. The donuts did taste delicious in combination with the hot chocolate. The sangrias were DELICIOUS! We all recommend that you try each one of their delicious sangrias! I would give this restaurant another try in the future when I’m back in the city again. Thank you Ana again for providing us a...

Ordered the seafood paella for 2-3 people and the churros.

Paella was more than enough for 2 people. If you were 3 hungry eaters however, might not be enough. In terms of taste - great! However, I would have liked to have tasted the spices a bit more. It seems like the prawns is what captured the most flavour. Although one shrimp did not seemed to be deveined, the rest were. The shells on 1-2 of the prawns were pretty hard to get off, but then again it’s paella, you need to use your hands! Churros were amazing - fresh, warm, crunchy on the outside, doughy in the middle. The chocolate dipping sauce was not necessary, but was not the best given that it seemed milk/watered down (or maybe it was the type of chocolate syrup used).

Service was top! I believe our waiter’s name was Ryan. He was quick, attentive and respectful. Great conversationalist as well. Nothing to complain there. Keep up the good work.

We sat outside as it was a warm summer evening. There were some fruit flies, but not enough to bother us during our meal. The inside of the restaurant was very nice and clean, and so were the bathrooms.

The location is weird due to it’s proximity to the ferry terminal on one side and the Tim Hortons on the other. But honestly, if it was placed anywhere else, I imagine it would be at par with the other high end restaurants on the waterfront.

In terms of price, it was all decent given the level of inflation we are dealing with in 2022 - $90. If anything I would say the Churros were on the expensive side for how many you get.

Definitely recommend to quell that...

If you're looking for a restaurant that offers a true taste of Spain, look no further than Los Toros. I recently visited this establishment and was blown away by the quality of the food and the level of service provided.

One of the standout features of Los Toros is their pintxos. These small plates are a staple of Spanish cuisine and are perfect for sharing with friends or trying a variety of different flavors. The pintxos at Los Toros are simply exquisite, with a range of ingredients and flavor combinations that are sure to delight your taste buds.

If you're a fan of paella, then you simply have to try the version offered at Los Toros. It's cooked to perfection with a beautiful golden crust and is packed full of fresh seafood and other ingredients that transport you straight to the Mediterranean coast. The portion sizes are generous too, so you can enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal.

And of course, no visit to Los Toros would be complete without trying their churros. These sweet treats are the perfect way to round off a meal, and the ones served at Los Toros are simply divine. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and served with a rich, decadent chocolate dipping sauce, they're the perfect indulgence.

Overall, I can't recommend Los Toros highly enough. The food is exceptional, the service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Spanish cuisine or you're looking to try something new, this restaurant is...