Pizzeria Toro Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Pizzeria Toro, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Durham. Renowned for its upscale wood-fired pizzas, the eatery combines artisanal craftsmanship with vibrant flavors that tantalize the palate. The menu showcases a delightful range of mouthwatering dishes, starting with farm-fresh antipasti and salads like the Tuscan Kale Salad, adorned with pine nuts and Calabrian chiles.
As you explore the selection of pizzas, expect to be amazed by unique offerings such as the anchovies pizza and the beloved sweet fennel sausage pie, which continue to earn rave reviews from diners. Complementing your meal are hand-crafted sodas, including the zesty Blenheim’s Spicy Ginger Ale, perfect for washing down those crispy, savory slices.
Pizzeria Toro boasts an inviting ambience and exceptional service, making it the ideal spot for date nights or casual gatherings. Experience why this pizzeria is a must-visit destination for pizza lovers seeking an unforgettable dining experience.
Antipasti Salads
Baby Lettuces
radish, cucumber, moscatel vinegar
Tuscan Kale
pine nuts, calabrian chiles, parmesan *this salad is pre-dressed, and cannot be made without cheese*
Prosciutto Di Parma
30 month, felino, it
Prosciutto Di San Daniele
friuli, it
Lady Edison Country Ham
north carolina
Ham - 1 oz Each
Red Pizza - Red Sauce Base
Buffalo Mozzarella
san marzano tomatoes, basil, buffalo mozzarella
Pizza Americana
shredded low-moisture mozzarella (formerly kid's cheese pizza)
Old School Pepperoni
shredded low-moisture mozzarella
Anchovy
fresh garlic, chiles, basil this pizza does not come with cheese. if you would like cheese please select from the options below.
Spicy Lamb Meatballs
spicy lamb meatballs, kale, fresh garlic, rustico b.p. cheese *lamb meatballs contain cheese*
Sweet Fennel Sausage
sweet fennel sausage, roasted peppers, provolone
Fried Eggplant
fried eggplant, roasted garlic, basil, ricotta, grana *fried eggplant contains cheese and egg*
Cole's Favorite
red sauce, oregano, no cheese
Red Pizza
red sauce, no cheese. add toppings to create your own pie!
Mushroom
cultivated foraged mushrooms, fresh garlic, fior di latte cheese
New School Pepperoni
pepperoni, sungold tomatoes, chiles, crescenza cheese
Soft Egg
soft egg, mushrooms, fresh garlic, arugula, parmesan *this pizza comes uncut so that the egg does not run. if you'd like the pizza cut, please let us know below in the special instructions section*
Spring Onion
lyon farms spring onion, crushed pistachios, fontina, grana padano
Summer Squash
zucchini bechamel, basil, ricotta cream, grana
NC Cherry Tomato
nc cherry tomatoes, fresh garlic, basil, vegan ricotta*, cashew parmesan, olive tapenade, pine nuts *contains soy contains nuts **this is our vegan pizza. if you'd prefer a different cheese, please select from the optional add-ons below**
White Pizza
olive oil base, no cheese. add toppings to create your own pie!
White Pizza - Olive Oil Base
Extras
Side Of Chili Flakes
Side Of Chili Oil
house made calabrian chili oil
Side Of Parmesan
freshly grated parmesan
Side Of Red Sauce
Fresh Dough Ball
take home a ball of our pizza dough to make your own pizza at home!
Gianduja Budino
dark chocolate and hazelnut pot de creme with sea salt & olive oil *contains nuts*
Cannoli
ricotta, mascarpone, chocolate (2 cannoli)
Dessert
Wine Beer
Alla Costeria Prosecco
This wine is a sharp golden straw color with bubbles that are finely textured and persistent. The nose shows fresh citrus with slight hints of honey and fresh flowers. Vibrant on the palate, the crisp acidity acts as a counterpoint to the flavors of ripe citrus, fresh peaches, lemon, green apples, and grapefruit. The finish is light, refreshing, and crisp. (100% Glera, Veneto, NV)
Bacaro Pinot Grigio
Clear, straw, yellow color. The bouquet offers rich aromas of tropical fruit and citrus with hints of honey and apple. Delicate floral notes,good acidity, and minerality. (Fruili, 2021)
Tenuta Mazzolino Pinot Nero
ruby red in color with a garnet hue. intensely fruity with hints of violets, ripe cherry and blackberry. The mouth is full, soft, pleasant with hints of ripe, red fruits and slight spice. (Lombardia, 2023).
Lini Lambrusco Rosso
Bright red fruit and berry flavors are balanced by juicy minerality. Fresh and classic dry character. (85% Salamino, 15% Ancellotta, Emila-Romagna, NV).
Alovini 'Il Rosso' Aglianico
Aged 8months in oak and 6 months in bottle, this wine was grown in rich volcanic soil. On the nose you'll find ripe cherries and hints of black pepper. Cherry and eucalyptus notes play nicely with the well balanced tannins. Basilicata, 2019
Corzaneo E Paterno 'Il Corzanello' Rosso
Intense ruby color with a complex bouquet ool fruit, violet, fresh plum. Low in tannin, but nice nervy energy from the mineral/acid component of the wine. Sangiovese, Cabernet, Merlot
Allagash White Ale
Belgian-style wheat beer brewed with oats, malted wheat, and raw wheat for a "hazy" white appearance. Spiced with coriander and curacao orange peel. 16 oz can.
Hi-Wire Mosaic IPA
A western NC IPA with bright citrus and tropical aromas. Expect big grapefruit, tangerine, and subtle melon flavors. 16 oz can.