The Toast Craft Kitchen & Cocktails

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2024-10-24

This was a nice little find. They do their best to create a good atmosphere in a shopping center location. The service is very good, friendly, and attentive. We ordered fried calamari 4.5/5, Cubano sandwich 4/5, Greek salad 4/5, side if rosemary fries 4.5/5, and baklava cheesecake 4.5/5. Reasonably priced wines. Full bar.

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2024-04-06

Stumbling upon The Toast Craft Kitchen & Cocktails in Surprise, AZ, felt like uncovering a hidden gem in the neighborhood. This spot exudes the warm, inviting vibe of a place where you're likely to bump into a friend over a craft cocktail or a specialty coffee at their charming coffee bar. The interior boasts an open layout adorned with French-inspired art and contemporary lighting, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed ambiance. The seating arrangement includes a few cozy booths and an assortment of freestanding and high-top tables, catering to both dining and casual drink sipping. The culinary experience at The Toast is nothing short of fantastic. We indulged in the FRIED GOAT CHEESE BALLS, an exquisite appetizer drizzled with Truffle honey and sprinkled with chopped pistachios—a delight when accompanied by a glass of deep red wine. The CUBANO sandwich, with its tender shredded green chili pork and perfectly paired accompaniments, alongside thin rosemary French fries served in a quaint fry basket, was a standout. The CHOP salad was another highlight, a harmonious blend of fresh ingredients and flavors that left us thoroughly impressed. However, the dining experience wasn't without a couple of slight flaws. The two-top tables felt a tad too close, compromising privacy and comfort. A greater variety of seating options could enhance the overall ambiance. Additionally, the pricing of the goat cheese balls seemed disproportionate compared to the value of other menu items. Service-wise, our server could have been more attentive with water refills, a small detail that didn't go unnoticed. Despite these minor critiques, The Toast Craft Kitchen & Cocktails left a lasting impression. The exceptional food, lovely interior and welcoming atmosphere make it a must-visit in Surprise.

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2024-07-27

Cute, flavorful but inconsistent food •• Husband and I grabbed a table last minute on a Friday evening and we're pleased with the service but seriously divided on the food. We ordered the tahini cauliflower - I enjoyed it, hubby did not. For our entrees I had the prime rib tacos which were AWESOME. For the bad news... he had the pork chop - and that was a rough experience. It was SO TOUGH he needed a steak knife. The cut was very fatty. The cook on the pork was so puzzling since they said they sous vided. It was pink but full of hard fat nodes and tough. He did enjoy the sides - even though his entire dish was cold by the time it got to him. (Yes, I did tell him to send it back but he was afraid he would have the same experience if he asked for another attempt). We finished with the baklava cheesecake which was fabulous. We might be back - but won't be ordering the pork chop.