Pizzeria Toro
Phone: (919) 908-6936
If you're craving a flavorful, wood-fired Brussels sprouts or meyer lemon specialty pizza, you have to visit Pizzeria Toro. Check out their assortment of Italian wines, don't miss the kale salad (one of Durham's most popular dishes) and finish your meal with the house cannoli filled with ricotta, mascarpone and chocolate. There are no reservations, but a cozy bar tucked away in the back to wait (or dine) if it's busy on a popular evening.
Cuisines
- Casual Dining
- Celebrated Cuisine
- Italian
- Pizza
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Map
Google Rating
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Fun, energetic environment. You can see the chef pulling pizzas from the oven and preparing them in front of you. I had the white egg pizza and it was very good. I also enjoyed the ricotta dumplings, they were much different than I expected.
I have to dock them a star for the kale salad. I don’t know who ticked off the chef, but that salad needs a warning! Way too hot for someone who can’t handle their spice; couldn’t even finish one bite very disappointing. Otherwise, everything was great. -
I want to specially thank the store manager for accommodating our group of 21 people.
We placed an online order for our group of young dancers and moms for Starquest event since there was not an option to reserve the seat. What we really wanted was to dine in together but thinking by placing the order online would save us some time upon arrival.
As we arrived and explained the situation the manager was able to accommodate us and took the time to transfer all the pizzas to plate from the togo boxes. I truly appreciate the empathy she showed and effort to make us happy.
The pizzas were top notch. I have never had potato pizza before and this one is very good! Young dancers enjoyed the cheese and pepperoni pizzas. We had a great time as there is a long table in the restaurant which is the perfect setting for them!
We will visit again! -
Such a vibe! This place was such a nice experience. They put the pizza in the oven right in front of you! Everything was so fresh and very clean! I think if you want a fresh full of flavor pizza this is the place! They also have great variety of wines and beer!
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Pizzeria Toro is a local favorite and has been loved by everyone in Durham for years. Their pizza is the absolute best. The Tuscan kale salad and ricotta dumplings are not to miss. And don't get me started on the zeppoles with hazelnut chocolate. But my favorite thing about Toro is honestly the warm, cozy vibe, and the extended hours (as most places are closed on Mondays or close early for dinner in Durham). The service is also outstanding. Everyone who works at Toro is so friendly.
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Absolutely the best; hard to believe this cannot be replicated. The ingredients are top shelf, the crust is fabulous on its own, and the wood fired oven completes the picture. Dave Portnoy might not like the “flop” but would have to close to a 10. Burrata, salads are delicious. Only short falls: dessert limited and loud, so conversation is strained.
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