Toro Ramen and Poke Barn | Our Story
A small shop with a big following
Toro Ramen and Poke Barn started as a small shop steps from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas — and quietly became the kind of place people feel compelled to tell their friends about.
The bowls that started it all
Ramen is the heart of the menu, and poke is right alongside it — a dual identity that's hard to find anywhere else in San Marcos. Vegetarian and vegan ramen options mean there's a seat at the table for everyone.
A neighborhood finds its spot
Students and San Marcos locals claimed Toro early — after class, before a game, or for a night out with friends. It became a gathering place almost before anyone noticed.
When the press came knocking
The San Marcos Record featured Toro in its "Foodie Friday" column and ATX Food News named it a "Metro Area Must Try" — putting a hidden gem on the wider Central Texas map.
The welcome that keeps people returning
Guests consistently call out the warm, friendly staff — not as an afterthought, but as a real part of what makes Toro feel like their place.
