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    Toast 101

    3.2 (418 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Bacon Board Trio
    Ashley C.

    I came here last Saturday with some family and order the Carnitas skillet, which was amazing!! my husband got the country fried chicken and he liked that as well. Someone else at our table got the chorizo skillet which they did not prefer. I tasted it and it wasn't bad, but I felt they could have added some peppers, some egg, etc.... My skillet next to that one was so much more evolved and delicious. Our server had great energy and was fun, I can't remember his name though. The only disappointment came from the bacon Board trio, and which one of the bacon flavor seemed to be charred to oblivion. I almost didn't even seem like meat. I thought about sending it back but others at the table felt they could still eat it so I let it go. But if you look at the picture of this bacon compared to the last time I ordered it, you will see the very vast difference.

    Monica M.

    First I'd like to say my husband has been wanting to come here for such a long time and I was always undecided about it. Well.... We will 100% be back soon. We were greeted right away and shown to our seats. They have different areas which is nice because our first booth was too cold for me. Our server was on point and always made sure our drinks were filled. The food came out fast and everything was delicious, hot and fresh! The seasoned country potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. My waffle was tasty with their house syrup. You can't go wrong at Toast 101.

    Gene T.

    Great service. They only have deep fried potatoes. No other options. No hash browns. No pan fried potatoes. Ugh. The over easy eggs came out ice cold. Like out of the fridge cold. They made another batch. One medium the other easy. But warm to hot. Corned beef hash was not crispy on the outside. Kind of soft and runny. Maybe because there were more potatoes than corned beef. Lacked flavor. The country fried steak was delicious. Gravy good. Biscuit. Pretty good. Pretty expensive for what we received.

    Chicken and Waffles
    Monica S.

    Greetings from staff were friendly. Food came out in a very short time. Food flavored. Restaurant was clean.

    Richard H.

    Dropped into Toast 101 for brunch on a whim. We had a 20 minute wait, but the waiting area inside was nice and the 20 minutes flew by. The "Good-enough-to-go-back-for": Bloody Mary flight (Bloody Pickle for the win!); Irish Iced Coffee; French Toast with Cinnamon syrup; our booth. The "Skipping-that-on-our-next-visit": Chicken & Waffles. Loved our booth and will request it again if it's available. A note: Most people with gluten/wheat sensitivity/allergy might instinctively stay away from a place caleed "Toast 101." Even our server said something to that effect. There are very few gluten/wheat-free options. Even the potatoes have wheat. So keep in mind that the options may be limited to basically eggs, bacon and fruit.

    If you're looking for the gold standard of brunch, look no further. This spot absolutely nails both the flavor and the presentation. Service 10/10.

    The 101 Stack -strawberry & whipped cream topped pancakes
    John C.

    We decided to give Toast 101 a try last Sunday and were surprised how busy they were. We were after a simple breakfast but most of their items were their "specialty" dishes. We chose the 101 Stack which featured pancakes with whipped cream and strawberries. Our waitress, Da, accommodated my request for heated syrup (wish it was real maple) and provided an ample glass full. This dish really needed the syrup. We would taste rate the pancakes average for Tucson and filling given their ample size. Da was superlative in keeping our coffees full at all times and the coffee was a decent quality. She made the visit enjoyable. The ambiance was better than we expected from the outside view but the interior was somewhat crowded.

    Veggie Skillet and Peach Mimosa
    Lauren R.

    Great place for brunch. The restaurant itself is modern and open, they have lots of seating and booths (which I love). Their menu is huge, and they serve both breakfast and lunch options all day. Plus they have many brunch drinks, next time I want to try their pickle Bloody Mary and Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot. I had the veggie skillet with bacon, and my boyfriend got their cook try skillet. Both fantastic! Only thing is their wasn't much gravy on his skillet, but you can easily ask for a side! We will be back!

    French Toast Flight
    Joshua M.

    I'd never been before. We arrived 30mins before closing and initially took a little bit more time than I'm used to waiting. Nonetheless our server came over and because we knew it was so close to closing we were ready with our drink and food orders. Our food was brought out within 10-15 mins of ordering. The plating as seen in my photos was amazing and added to the overall experience. The overall taste was even better! We had the New Yorker, Nutella, and Crunch toast needless to say there were no survivors. Same with the bacon board! All in very decently priced too. Was definitely great food, great experience and oddly very different look and appeal from the inside out vs the outside in. Can't wait to go back!

    Jennie T.

    A hidden gem within Tucson, 'Toast 101' provides freshly made meals that will leave you with tears of joy. I learned about this place simply by driving past it one day, and thought, "Let's try that out!" The exterior didn't seem that fancy; in fact, it gave off an old, family-owned vibe, but this made me hopeful. Sometimes, the places that don't look fancy are the local's picks for best food. This location is by Mission Plaza, Sprouts Farmers Market, & Banfield Pet Hospital. The parking lot also has a lot of space, at least in the mornings, so you don't have to be concerned with fighting for a spot. I have visited twice so far to have breakfast, with both times having nobody at the front to greet me. However, I forgive this because I also arrived very early, so there wasn't a crowd that required a greeter. Besides, the people that would be my greeter noticed me shortly after I entered and brought me to my seat. They handed me my menu and were very attentive to my needs throughout my stay. The seating is nice & spacious, with lots of booths for large groups. The atmosphere feels bright and there's music that plays, mostly old tunes like "You Don't Own Me" by: Lesley Gore and "I Love You Baby" by: Frank Sinatra. Between the two visits, I tried four kinds of french toast, including their 'Oreo Bliss, Fruity Pebbles Delight, Nutella Overload, & New Yorker.' I also tried two of their skillets, and of course, some fresh orange juice on the side. Every single meal was Heaven! The french toasts are especially eye-grabbers, as when my French Toast Flight was brought to my table, the only other guests at the time asked my waitress what I ordered. Each dish is so colorful, and hefty with syrups & whipped cream. You will be leaving there with a to-go box. Also, to note, I shared the flight (which contains three different french toast) with one other person who can down a lot of food, but I would highly recommend that you only order the flight if you have four people minimum at your table. The sight of it is super intimidating. The skillets were great as well; I really fought between a bite of the sweet and savory during my visits because they're equally amazing. The potatoes are crispy, eggs fluffy, & if you get one with meat, it's well cooked. Seriously, I would come here as often as I can to try their whole menu! I recommend this to anybody: singles, couples, families, young, elder. Anyone is welcomed except for those who want to manage their calorie intact, because I hate to say it, but you wouldn't be able to resist their wonderful meals and keep your diet in control. This is the best place to visit when you want to lose control, and that's what makes it so fun!

    Kids meal
    Emily M.

    I took my kids here on a whim to fuel up before an afternoon at Wild Katz just across the street. I knew they closed in about an hour, but we would be a quick in and out service. Right off the bat, loved the ambiance in the restaurant, it truly feels totally different than what you'd expect from the outside. It has a really fun vibe with great decor. We were seated quickly, though a couple that arrived after us was provided menus and served beverages before us. This always irks me...we were there first, we were ready to order, and were ignored. It seemed as though someone from the kitchen noticed us and came out to get our order, which I appreciated, they were very friendly and they got our order correct without writing it down (always makes me nervous when they don't write it down). The food came out rather quickly and was quite good. My iced coffee was so good I wish I could have taken it in a to-go cup! I had a classic breakfast of eggs, sausage, and potatos, and it hit the spot. Can't go wrong. My kids both had the dippin sticks from the kids menu and they loved them, they both cleaned their plates and said they want to come back again. Even though our initial service was delayed, I enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant, the location, and the food satisfied us it breakfast for lunch craving!

    Front decor
    Alma A.

    Our first time at Toast 101 and we were beyond impressed. Food was amazing! My husband had the hangover skillet and I had the Toast 101 French toast! We also ordered the bacon flight! Our server brought our food out really fast! And kept refilling our coffee and water! The decor was very inviting! We will definitely be back to try other menu items.

    Dog food probably

    If you don't like your dish, they will not remove your meal that you DID NOT EAT from your bill. Per their "policy", not only do you have to pay full price for the meal you thought was disgusting, but you will ALSO have to pay 50% for another meal if you want to eat something else. Do not go to this restaurant. The manager was extremely dismissive and disrespectful. The customer service is trash and this should not be tolerated. As someone in the service industry, and I was shocked that the guest experience doesn't matter at all at this restaurant. They want to take your money and they don't care if you enjoy your food one bit!!!! This tasted like dog food... I wish I was exaggerating hahaha

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    Ask the Community - Toast 101

    Gluten free options?

    I never asked if there are gluten free bread replacement options but there are some delicious meal options, bowls, skillets, etc that are gluten free. I had a sweet potato skillet that was delicious.

    Is there call ahead seating?

    I think you can call ahead because the hostess told us there were some tables that were reserved.

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