Toast

$ • Italian, Sandwich Shops, Vegan

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About Toast

Toast is a popular restaurant in Durham, known for its delicious and unique soups and toasted bites/paninis. The menu changes regularly, with a focus on seasonality, freshness, and originality. Prices are surprisingly affordable, with a lunch option including two crostinis, soup, and a drink available for $10-$12.

The lentil soup is a standout, being the best that one reviewer has ever had. The merguez crostinis are also a favorite, along with the avocado crustini. The service is efficient and friendly, with orders fulfilled quickly and dishes always served hot.

Customers praise the delicious and fresh food, as well as the great service. The restaurant is a weekly staple for some, and they have never had a bad meal there. Toast is consistently good, with quality ingredients used in all dishes. The menu offers unique and tasty options, including vegetarian choices, and the outdoor seating area makes it a convenient option for lunch. The changing menu keeps things interesting for regular customers, and the restaurant has been a staple in Durham for over a decade.

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Toast Reviews

4.6
219 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
88%
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Food
4.9
Atmosphere
4.7
Service
4.7

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Restaurantji Rating

There’s nothing else like it. Simply delicious!

When ever in town I have to have some of there awesome Soups and there healthy sandwiches. great food.

2026 June:

Toast is a delightful little sandwich shop.

They have a variety of delicious sandwiches, crostini's, paninis, and more. Go give it a shot. Pricing is on par for the area you'll probably average $12-17 for just a sandwich / sandwich soup salad combo.

If busy, there may be a wait, however you may get lucky, they seem to get through orders relatively quickly.

Parking is downtown area parking, you can Street Park and pay the meter, or there are...read full review

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 2:45PM
Tuesday 11AM - 2:45PM
Wednesday 11AM - 2:45PM
Thursday 11AM - 2:45PM
Friday 11AM - 2:45PM
Saturday 11:30AM - 2:45PM
Sunday Closed
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