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    4.4 (892 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Espresso Martini with added lavender syrup
    Jamaya P.

    I was recommended this place by a friend who lives in New Orleans . The service was good, especially on my first visit. I went two days in a row for breakfast because there's so many different items on the menu that I wanted to try. When I come back to New Orleans, I will be trying more items on the menu. The fried shrimp and grits was so tasty. The shrimp was fried extra crispy and fresh. I order an espresso martini and added lavender syrup, which was a great idea. It was one of the best espresso martinis I've had because it was made with fresh coffee. I had the prosciutto and brie crêpe the next day with cheese grits it was very tasty but prosciutto and brie are both very salty foods so be warned that it can be salty. Both portions were really big so I definitely was stuffed when I left. I think the prices were decent and it is a cute little restaurant to stop by for breakfast with a friend or by yourself. My only downside is there is very limited street only parking. I had to circle the block a few times until a spot opened up, but it was worth it.

    Prosciutto toast
    Jenna T.

    I'm so glad we were able to experience this spot during the week day to avoid the crowds! The seating is limited. I love that they hang colored pages as their decor. Family said it was the best French toast they've had. My boyfriend cleaned his basic breakfast plate. I swallowed my toast lol. And the fried chicken was seasoned amazingly with a little heat! The pancake balls look unique but taste pretty basic. I'd probably skip this next time. It was one of the better breakfast meals we had while visiting. I'd come back next time we're in town!

    *Ham Waffle Sammie without avocado with Lyonnaise Potatoes  *Aebelskivers with lemon curb & maple syrup & a side of sausage
    Kandyce B.

    Toast was a such a great breakfast spot. The ambience was very homey, everyone was so incredibly friendly, you can tell it's a local spot. The food was AMAZING! We left satisfied and full.

    Sa'Rah H.

    I've been to both locations of Toast and the Gentilly Blvd location is my preference. The service is always speedy even on busy mornings. On my most recent visit, I kept my order simple and had salmon and eggs on toast. It was tasty but not mind blowing. To be fair, I got what I ordered. I usually get the catfish and grits which I really like but I'm trying to avoid fried foods at the moment. I also had a tall glass of unsweetened hibiscus tea and it was great. My uncle had an omelet and a side of grits. He enjoyed it- it disappeared in a matter of minutes.

    Day 2
    Vette H.

    Update: Just took my mom and aunt for breakfast here and the prior review still stands. The food was so good! Those grits were the best I've ever had and the spinach crepe with veggies and goat cheese, surprisingly delish. I consumed the mayonnaise potatoes on the side and we all took our drinks to go. It was a great start to the day. Highly recommend! It's a small place, very homey. I was greeted with a big smile and great welcome. The food is absolutely amazing. I got the chicken and waffles and a black coffee. The service was friendly and polite and I was very happy eating there. I knew my chicken was going to be perfectly seasoned and juicy once I smelled it. Yep, iykyk, the southern belle came out. The waffle was so good you could eat it without syrup and the cayenne aoili butter, not sure if that is the name, was fantastic. I'm brining my mom and aunt to this place. Their chicken is giving my aunt a run for her money so she needs to try it.

    Tanja D.

    When I first entered the restaurant, I immediately appreciated how small and quaint it is. No one was at the host stand, so I waited and watched everyone work busily. The gentleman walking from the kitchen, the cook on the line, the gentleman at the soda station all looked at me, but no one spoke. Finally the lady behind the bar whose back had been to me, finally turned around and with a surprise welcomed me to the restaurant. The service was quick and thorough. The food was good. My favorite item was the flat white espresso. It's the best I've ever had. I frequent the location in Gretna, and this location doesn't compare.

    Fried catfish, grits, eggs, tarragon aioli

    The toast with bacon, mushrooms, mornay, caramelized onions was really good. All the ingredients complemented each other well. I was pleasantly surprised to get full. The banana and Nutella were okay. I wish they added more bananas. The fish and grits were 10/10. Best grits I've ever had. Food came in really fast also.

    Quynh D.

    this is the SPOT to go for brunch on a weekend with friends and family in nola beloved neighborhood. although it's a small place, the wait time is bearable and the service is expected for a busy place. but the food is great!! you forgot all about the wait time once the food enters your mouth and your eyes rolls back. the catfish was perfectly fried and seasoned. the grits were phenomenal. can not rave about TOAST enough. this place deserves the same hype if not more as the infamous brunch place that rhymth with care bat

    Waffles, eggs, potatoes
    Holly P.

    I visited here for the first time today for brunch. We found nearby free street parking. It's not a large place but we didn't have to wait. We got there about an hr and half before they closed. It is a very casual vibe. The staff were friendly and showed good service. I ordered a pineapple mimosa, some waffles, eggs and lyonnaise potatoes. I enjoyed everything and I would return.

    Nutella and banana crape.
    Pablo C.

    Fun adventure food. Limited seating but home made.fun staff . Parking is hard to find when busy.

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    Peyton C.

    I finally stopped in at the Gentilly location, and I was seated surprisingly quickly! Everyone was friendly, and the cozy space was decorated very warm and cute! Our waitress was great, and the food came out quickly. My steak was tender and cooked perfectly, and so were the sides. My boyfriend's catfish and grits were really good, but he wasn't a fan of the scrambled eggs. I could have used a bit more seasoning on my sides, but overall it was pretty good food for a reasonable price!

    Grits
    L'nya M.

    The food was amazing! I ordered the chicken and waffles, it was really good and well seasoned. I also got the grits and a biscuit on the side, both items were okay, they aren't something I'd reorder. If you plan on sitting in here be sure to try to make a reservation! They stay booked and busy, inside and outside are always filled. This is why I got my order to go.

    Jasmine S.

    Stopped by toast after church Sunday with my daughter. The service was really amazing the staff was friendly. The food was great also. I had the fried catfish with grits added some cheese and it was 10/10.

    Toast with Bacon, Mushroom, and Caramelized Onion

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    Delicious and reasonably priced! There was a long wait but worth it. Service was excellent

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    This place is amazing. Top quality food. Friendly staff. Definitely recommend. It is small, so get there early!

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    Chicken n Waffles was rollin. My son's standard waffles were also fantastic and he is a waffle connoisseur.

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    Ask the Community - Toast

    Do y'all use the No Wait App at the Fairgrounds Location?

    No. You will need to add your name to a waitlist when you arrive.

    Is there free parking close by?

    There's street parking. You may get lucky like we did and park across the street. Other wise you will be ducked off in the neighborhood.

    Can a party of 8 be seated at 8am on a Saturday?

    Use the "waitlist" option on Yelp to help reserve a spot prior to arriving.

    Do y'all take reservations?

    We do not but we do use the no wait app. You can put your name on the waitlist through yelp.

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    I was really looking forward to trying Molly's Rise and Shine, but unfortunately the entire meal…read morewas a disappointment. The chicken had more breading than actual chicken, and the breading was so hard it felt like it was scraping the roof of my mouth. I was expecting crispy fried chicken, not something that was uncomfortable to eat. And the biscuit... OMG, hell no. I've definitely had a better Southern biscuit. Overall, the breakfast just wasn't good. I went in with high expectations because I had heard so much about this place, and it was a complete letdown. Then to pay $44 for a meal I didn't even enjoy made it that much worse. I've had way better Southern breakfasts for WAY less. I really wanted to like this place, but this meal was not it. U may like it but for me NAH!!

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    Busy for breakfast, even at 11:45
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    Carrots yogurt
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    We had to make another trip to Gris Gris once they announced they would be closing at the end of…read morethe month. We've been a huge fan of Chef Cook over the years and we're really sad to see this gem closing. We decided to share a bunch of small plates and split a main dish. I got the frozen espresso martini to start which was refreshing on a hot summer day. We got the house salad, oyster BLT, pork belly & watermelon, bowl of gumbo and my mom's chicken and dumplings. The gumbo was my favorite starter and it's really hard to share a bowl because you want it all to yourself! I really enjoyed the oyster BLT with the crunchy oysters and crispy pork belly pieces. The main of chicken and dumplings is the epitome of comfort food. The service was amazing and staff is attentive. The food came out pretty quickly but we weren't rushed. Before leaving we made another reservation for this upcoming weekend before we have to say goodbye for good.

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    The counter seating surrounding the open kitchen
    We love NOLA
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