I came here after a show at columbias theater and was really half I did! Food: this is a diner that has several options and a bar. We were craving some breakfast food and got the French toast and fries! Both were solid, and they offered huge portions! Ambience: there is a really fun vibe! The bar makes it a bit more trendy compared to most diners. Service: good attentive service, where I didn't feel rushed! Price: reasonably priced! read more

We came here on a rainy day for lunch, and was immediately seated. This diner has a comfortable vibe, with lots of TVs showing game shows, and they even decorated for Halloween! We placed our order, but it did take a fairly long time before the food came out---longer than normal. Regardless, every item on the menu was alright. I got the Cuban, and it was fine. A little too heavy for my tasting. Regardless, we had a fine time here and I'm glad we came! read more

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Service and quality of food went down recently. From their most loyal customer to never again.

Toast is a disaster. We have been over charged and no one will explain how and why? They are using AI responses for billing and sending wrong information and I cant get anyone on the phone. Total joke. I usually dont write reviews but TOAST is a joke. read more

We stopped in for brunch and it was a great experience. I had the avocado toast and my partner got the turkey burger, and both were excellent. The inside was clean and had a nice vibe, and the service was friendly and quick. Portion sizes were also impressive, which can be hit or miss in NYC. Looking forward to coming back. read more

Toast - Turkey Burger - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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We stumbled in with a pretty large party. There were only two servers, that made no difference! They took such great care of us. All the food was delicious and plenty. My mother will NOT stop raving about the Avocado & Shrimp Salad. We also tried the Cuban, The Buffalo chicken burger and they were a solid 10! read more

Good spot for an easy happy hour experience. We had lunch here and happy hour on separate days. Overall, straight forward food and drinks. Service is always good. read more

Very dry service. Not warm just dry. Burger had too much bread and it just seems like a very basic burger with fries for $17. Had a Diet Coke and left. $28. Would have had a much better meal at McDonald's a block away for half the price. read more

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Delicious food and reasonably priced (for New York). I had the mac & cheese with chicken and spinach, and with a dash of hot sauce it was wonderful. Since it was Happy Hour, we had $6 frozen margaritas, which were very strong. The ambiance and the friendly neighborhood was great. The next time I'm in the city, I'm definitely coming back! read more

You can't go wrong with a diner! It was cozy and clean. The menu on the wall had plenty of food and drink options making it hard to choose. Our waiter was attentive, seemed unsure at times but did go ask someone for clarity. Again... it's a diner! read more

AMAZING Haply Hour from 4-7 with drinks AND food. Honestly one of the best on the UWS. I had the frozen margarita ($6 and you can add flavor) and wings and both were soo good. The buffalo wings were crunchy, juicy and had a delicious tangy sauce, plus came with blue cheese and veggies and the frozen margarita was a good size and gave me a nice buzz. Service was also great- server was attentive and staff were really nice! read more

Toast - Happy Hour, May 2024 - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Ok.. I didn't take any Pics because once the food arrives I devour it They have a pretty full menu, but I will say this. First, I tried the Mac N Cheese.. It was good! Nice taste.. Knocked it out no problem. Then I tried the Grilled Cheese.. It was good! Nicely cooked, good amount of melted cheese.. Can't go wrong. Then I had to try the mozzarella sticks and woah! I must say.. They make them there from scratch.. The cheese is silky smooth and soft melted.. Lightly breaded.. You've never had anything like these Mottz sticks! A+ And lastly, I saw the Beef Sliders and well.. I had to try those and let me tell you.. They did not disappoint at all! They were flavorful. They come in 3's. Pat LaFrieda beef patties.. So you know they're the truth! I again devoured those bad boys with some Fries which were good as well. My favorites were the Sliders and Mottz sticks though. They also have a great Happy Hour on food and beverages if you're up for it. Really great deals. The service is pretty on point. The manager and wait staff does a great job with accommodations. The venue is nice, homey, warm. Pretty good amount of seating. Clean. Music isn't blasting in your ears so you can hear each other speak. A block or 2 away from The train, so easy to get to. I'll try to remember to take some pics for the next time! So if you're looking for a cool spot for Happy hour, food, sips, lunch or dinner.. This is a great place to start! Now visit Toast, have some good food and enjoy the experience! Have a great one y'all! read more

Toast is one of my favorite spots. Pretty standard bar decor, but the staff are friendly and attentive, and they do comfort food properly. From the burgers to the chicken sandwiches and the wings of all flavors, you can come here and get right regardless of the time of day or meal you're looking for. Definitely in my regular rotation. read more

Nice spot for brunch. Relatively on the less expensive side. I had their smoked salmon and it was very good! Nicely portioned too. They've got plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. You'll probably always get a table. If you're local, I'd recommend coming by at least once to try out this small business. read more

Toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This is one of my go too places in the area when I can't make up my mind on where to go for dinner. This time I got a French onion soup with a side of sweet potato fries. It was a very satisfying meal and would get it again. I've been here multiple times and the food never disappoints. The service is always really good too. The people are always super friendly and helpful. One time when we ordered pick up, we forgot something and they came running after us to make sure we got it. The ambiance is really nice too. The music is pretty good when I've gone. Overall this is a solid choice for some decent American food. read more

Toast - French Onion Soup - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Very misleading - sign says $10 burger and beer, which seems too good to be true. Turns out it was! We were explained AFTER our check arrived that it's a $10 burger if you buy a beer. The server admitted it was misleading but did nothing to rectify the situation. I even ordered by saying, "We're going to have the $10 burger and beer!" As someone who works in the industry I find this incredibly sketchy and I will definitely not be back. read more

Toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Cozy bistro with a full bar and menu comprised of all of the classics for brunch, lunch, and dinner. I came around noon on a Sunday and they were incredibly understaffed. They had one chef and one waiter that were working on serving ~10 different parties. There was a ton of free space for more customers too I ordered a bison burger and it was very dry. The fries were pretty tasty however 5 read more

Toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

The BEST food (Terragon chicken, fish tacos, calamari) cocktails, draft beer, dessert and ambiance that's economically sound in Manhattan not far from #ColumbiaUniv . Say you hello to Kevin the bartender & Ethan/Jenifer Host read more

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Highly recommend Toast for your next delivery meal at home. Would I order from here again? Yes! Order straight from their website toastnyc.com Sooooo delicious. We had the half roasted chicken w rosemary mashed potatoes and gravy $16 and added a caesar salad for $2 HIGHLY recommend this dish! It smells and tastes amazing. May just be the best mashed potatoes I've ever had. The gravy was delicious and the whole meal arrived well packed and hot! BLT was delicious! Well made sandwich that was nicely wrapped and stayed together till the last bite. We chose the thick white bread which was great and the garlic mayo was delicious! We Chose fries as our side. They came in a bag and tasted great( like better five guys fries) Caesar salad was very good, great homemade croutons! Also they had a nice fiddlehead IPA beer as well. All in all, a nice dinner with delivery and a tip fitting of this pandemic and you still have dinner under $60! read more

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This place is pretty darn good! I stumbled along this place when I moved to the area nearly 2 years ago and have been back many times since. Anytime I'm feeling a little lazy for dinner, it's hard to say no to this place as they're always reliable, fresh, and delicious! I pretty much always get the grilled cheese and it's sooo good. It's made on sourdough and it's a perfect mix of crunchy and soft. If you're going to get anything as an appetizer, definitely get the mozzarella sticks. They're so fresh, soft, and absolutely melt in your mouth. Easily the best mozzarella sticks I've had in a long, long time. The place itself is also pretty nice! It's got a pretty laid back vibe and always has good music playing. I've never had a problem getting a table for lunch or dinner and it's very clean on the inside. The one thing I will say is that I've had quite a few encounters where I've been done with my water for a while before they come by again to refill. Sometimes it's no problem at all, but it's happened enough times that it seems like a small enough area of improvement. Doesn't keep me from coming back! read more

An American bar restaurant in every capacity. A warm place to stop for burgers and brews, a perfect place to watch the game. That said, the food couldn't be confused for 5 stars. read more

Toast is absolutely one of favorite bars and restaurants in all of New York City. What makes the place so special? First, the food is fresh and well made. You can tell it's been made with care. Second, the staff is attentive, genuine, and very personable. The same goes for the manager and owner. Third, the beer selection is always good and pretty diverse. Lastly, the clientele is very eclectic. It can be highly educated, because the bar is located near Columbia University, Manhattan School of Music, and Barnard College. With all of that said, though, there are many working class locals from the neighborhood who are also patrons. And the best part about the ambiance is that everyone mingles with one another in a very relaxed and social, and down-to-earth atmosphere. If you are one to like interesting and diverse conversations, come grab a seat at the bar. read more

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Great little spot right on the border of Harlem and Morningside. Got some wings and tacos, as well as some great craft beer. The wings were phenomenal, even having been doused in sauce they were still steaming read more

Toast - Bloody Mary - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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i got the french onion soup, a small house salad, and the half chicken with mashed potatoes. the french onion soup was ok. it wasn't terrible, it had a good layer of cheese. but i feel like the onions should have been simmered more, they had a bit of a crunch to them. the house salad was disgusting. the greens didn't taste washed. they had a weird waxy taste to them. the half chicken was so disappointing and underwhelming. i had to look at it with my flash on to make sure it wasn't raw. it tasted like chicken with no seasoning at all. the mashed potatoes weren't good either and the gravy it was served with was very thin like watery. i understand that this isn't maybe one of their standout dishes (like for example the mac and cheese that the waiter recommended to me) but i still felt like there should have been more effort. i couldn't eat the chicken there i had to take it home and re cook it myself with more seasoning. also i want to add that the owner made me feel uncomfortable. my server was very nice but the owner didn't make me feel welcome at all. i almost felt like he was annoyed that i was there? all in all, i might come back again but would order things they are known for because there is a serious lack of effort for the other dishes. the layout of the restaurant is a little weird. also the tables are wayyyy too short. i am a small girl and i felt like the distance between the food and my mouth was too high so i imagine a larger person would be bothered even more. read more

Toast - specials menu - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Twice in a month, like two slices of TOAST A bottle of wine to relax along with some wings and calamari as starters. Always hard to make a decision on what to order because the Turkey Burger and Cajun Catfish Sandwich are such contenders along with other menu items. However for last nights dining pleasure the pick was Tacos. Chicken and fish options, both very tasty but the shinning glory has to go to the sauce that elevates both tacos to the next level. Doesn't hurt that it also brings the heat that I love. Like every other time no disappointments. Last nights waitress was Vanessa and she was simply a delight and thanks for the suggestions btw. Once again a TOAST to the happy customer. Lol read more

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My mom wanted a burger for her birthday and we ended up at toast. The Grange was closer but I'm not a fan, and she saw the prices there and said hell no. The prices at Toast are a lot better. We loved our food so much that I came back the next day with my husband and another couple. I'm trying to remember the last time I ate at the same restaurant two days in a row.. and I'm pretty sure it's never happened. She had a burger and her only complaint was that it was too big (not actually a complaint in my eyes). I had the lamb burger which was to die for. It's stuffed with feta cheese and even typing this review right now makes my mouth water. As much as I wanted to order it again the next day, I wanted to see if Toast just makes good burgers or if they make everything well, so I ordered the roast chicken and mashed potatoes which was delicious aside from needing a little salt. The three others at the table ordered various burgers and everyone loved their food! We were joined by a toddler and a baby in a stroller. There were other families with kids there. The place feels pretty family friendly. There's a kids menu available by request. read more

Toast - Half roasted chicken with mashed potatoes - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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It is quite the mystery. I know I have frequented this place more than a few times than I care to recall. I can say with all assurance that the food I ate was better than average pub food. This is the home of a lamb burger that I craved after (let's be real, I still do). Their beer is always in stock and ice cold. Surprisingly, I've never had a cocktail here--- shocking, I know. But this is the type of place to grab a bite and relax with people you like. The music is on point and the lighting is right. It can get packed but it's full of fun loving, good folks. The exterior doesn't grant much of a view but step inside and make yourself comfortable. Service is friendly and non-intrusive, with a rustic, cozy decor. Bathrooms are clean and set up to the right of the bar. It may not be a place to travel to, but it sure is a solid spot in the neighborhood that has been around for a while. Worth checking out. read more

I think this is a nice brunch option near Columbia university. I came here in a group of 4 on a weekend and it was pleasantly crowded but we were still able to seated right away. I had the Eggs Benedict ($13). I requested the eggs should be made with the yolk hard and they fulfilled my request which I really appreciated! The service was overall very nice. For the Eggs Benedict, I loved it overall. The only part I wasn't so sure about was the Canadian bacon which tasted like ham. Next time I would try the Italian sausage perhaps. I think the prices are very good; their sides are priced especially nicely. It's $2 to add bacon, $3 for eggs any style, and $3 for Italian sausage. I also really enjoyed the hot apple cider which was $5. The rim had something like cinnamon sugar which I thought was a nice touch. read more

Toast - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I live nearby and this is our favorite neighborhood spot. Staff is friendly and personable and the food is great. We particularly love the happy hour and the specials throughout the week. Toast, yall rock. read more

Was in the area and ended up here. So glad I came here! I was here for dinner, ordered a burger and I was pleasantly surprised! The server was friendly and attentive - and the burger was juicy and fresh. I would definitely come back here again! This spot was super cozy and a great dinner place. read more

Great neighborhood tavern vibe with a varied menu and delicious food. Went there three times when visiting my son in NYC.

I loved this place when it was on Amsterdam Ave. They HAD the best nachos in the world. Imagine my dismay when they closed down. They reopened a short while later on Broadway but they didn't have nachos.... Fast forward they now have nachos. Yayyyyy. They taste horrible. The buffalo chicken was salty and over sauced. The only thing I liked was the drinks. The bartender was good vibes and kept em coming. read more

Toast - New nachos - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Great place for a Friday night NBA game, great service and delicious food! Nachos and burger were huge portions.

I've been working in the area for over three years and never thought about buying food here. I was craving a burger and said why not. So glad I did! The English burger is so good! The fries are good as well. It's been a while since I've had a burger from a bar. A different pace from the popular smash burgers that are taking over the city. Highly recommend read more

Toast - English Burger - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Excellent service! The servers go above and beyond to provide great service! Food awesome! And music is always on point!

Great food and drink. Went for happy hour. Awesome staff. Will be coming back soon. ! read more

Toast - people sitting at tables in a restaurant - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This was my second time at toast, about 5 years ago (1st time) and it was not good. I went with a friend and I enjoyed my meal and the service. I had the Cajun catfish sandwich with a mesclun salad, and the blueberry bread pudding dessert. The catfish was lightly fried (so good) and the salad wasn't oily. Just the right amount of balsamic. I always order dessert when going out and I was worried about the bread pudding because it usually sucks but they came correct. It was the right amount of blueberries and it did not dye the bread. The "I believe" brioche bread was perfect along with the Chantilly sauce. Two thumbs up for dessert-alone. The waiter/host reminds me of a bouncer very tall but very pleasant and helpful. I gave 4 stars instead of 5 due to them using soy oil. Please change to grape seed oil so I can return. read more

Toast - Cajun Catfish Sandwich - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Larry and Yogi made this experience sooo amazing!!.... This place is the vibe! Seriously!!....

They have good chicken sandwiches and chicken fingers. The food is usually fresh and well-presented. Overall tasty. Haven't dined in so can't speak to that but for pick up or delivery they do a good job. read more

This place seems to have good reviews in general, but maybe hit and miss depending on what you order. My BF's mom and I ordered Eggs Florentine and Eggs Norway for brunch on Saturday, but eggs with Hollandaise sauce were tasteless and smoked salmon tasted fishy and too raw and not smoked or seasoned enough. We had to put a bunch of salt and peppers to make it edible, but our dish was still not good. My BF ordered burger and he said it was fine, so maybe best to order standard American foods here. Server was friendly but I was a bit disappointed she was not attentive enough to refill my coffee when my cup was almost empty. Overall, it is very casual and laidback place, so enjoy burger without too much expectation. read more