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My boyfriend and I visited The Friendly Toast this past weekend after discovering it on TikTok. We made a reservation about 30 minutes before our arrival, checked in, waited about 5 minutes, and were promptly seated. First impressions: the place was lively, with every seat taken, so we were excited to try the food.
Our waitress, Sarah, was fantastic--super friendly and attentive. Since it was our first time there, we asked for recommendations. I ordered everything she suggested: the Coconut Caramel Coffee (3/5), the Some Like It TOT (3/5), and the Brunch Burg (2/5). My boyfriend went with the Classic Burger (2/5). Let's break it down:
**Some Like It TOT (Appetizer)**
We were expecting crispy, jumbo tater tots with cheese inside, paired with a flavorful sauce, based on what we had seen in TikTok videos. However, when it arrived after about 10 minutes, we quickly realized it came out so fast because it had likely been sitting around for a while. The tots were cold, the outside was soggy, and the cheese seemed to have already solidified. This immediately raised concerns about the rest of the food quality. I would advise anyone going in to carefully consider what they order, as it seems like many items might just be pre-cooked and then reheated.
**Brunch Burg (My Order)**
Thankfully, our burgers came out hot and fresh, but unfortunately, they were a letdown. The patties lacked seasoning and didn't offer any exciting flavors. It felt like they just threw some meat on the grill and added basic toppings. No standout taste, just plain and underwhelming.
**Classic Burger (My Boyfriend's Order)**
His burger was similar--no seasoning and no real flavor to speak of. Both of us were disappointed, especially given the hype around the place.
**Coconut Caramel Coffee (My Drink)**
I've had coconut caramel coffees before (both regular and alcoholic), but this one was the least impressive. It tasted like they added just one pump of caramel to iced coffee. I could barely taste the Irish cream, and overall, it felt pretty bland. They could definitely have amped up the flavor.
While I personally wouldn't return, the restaurant does have a very family-friendly vibe. It was just disappointing that the meals didn't live up to the menu descriptions or our expectations. For the price--around $80 for the two of us--I expected more.