Welcome to Toast 101
At Toast 101, located in Tucson, AZ, breakfast and brunch transcend the ordinary. This cozy gem specializes in indulgent offerings, from their luscious French Toast Flight to hearty breakfast burgers and skillets. Each dish is beautifully presented, balancing sweetness and savory flavors that leave a lasting impression. Patrons rave about the incredible flavors and generous portions, ensuring satisfaction with every bite. The inviting atmosphere, complemented by attentive service, makes it a go-to spot for both locals and visitors seeking a delightful dining experience. At Toast 101, every meal promises to be a celebration of breakfast bliss!
- 4699 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712 Hotline: (520) 829-6506
Welcome to Toast 101, Tucson's culinary haven for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts. Nestled at 4699 E Speedway Blvd, this vibrant eatery specializes in reinventing the classics—from gourmet burgers to exquisite sandwiches, and of course, their show-stopping French toasts.
As you step inside this charming establishment, you’ll be greeted by a warm, welcoming atmosphere filled with a cheerful decor that perfectly sets the tone for a delightful meal. The spacious seating makes it an ideal spot for gatherings, whether it’s a post-hike brunch with friends or a cozy breakfast with family.
One of the standout features of Toast 101 is its extensive menu that caters to all tastes. Here are just a few highlights that you shouldn't miss:
- French Toast Flight: For those looking to indulge, this colorful medley offers options like Nutella Overload, Oreo Bliss, and The New Yorker. Each dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate, packed with decadent flavors and generous portions.
- Breakfast Burger: Perfectly cooked and overloaded with flavor, it’s a local favorite that combines the best of breakfast and lunch.
- Country Fried Chicken Skillet: A hearty dish that’s sure to satisfy even the most demanding appetites, featuring crispy chicken smothered in gravy, served with fluffy biscuits, potatoes, and eggs.
But it's not just the food that keeps guests coming back; the cocktails and mimosas deserve a mention. The 101 Margarita and the whimsical Mermaid Mimosa are perfect accompaniments to your meal, enhancing the festive ambiance that Toast 101 effortlessly provides.
Don’t just take my word for it—customer reviews echo the same enthusiasm. Elizabeth B. describes the New Yorker French toast as “delicious,” while Xavier S. highlights the irresistible tater tots. Many have noted the friendly service, with staff who are always keen to ensure your experience is enjoyable, even during the busier hours.
Of course, as with any popular spot, you might experience a wait for a table during peak times. However, many patrons agree that the delicious food and inviting atmosphere make it well worth the wait. Jennie T. fondly recalls how this hidden gem quickly became her favorite breakfast spot, while Nicole C. appreciates the care taken by the staff despite being short-staffed at times.
If you're in Tucson and craving a brunch spot that combines a robust menu with a casual, friendly vibe, look no further than Toast 101. Come ready to indulge—this is one place where you won't mind stepping off your diet plan for a visit!

Service with Ashley was wonderful. I got the New Yorker. French toasts on brioche with cream cheese frosting, fresh strawberries and pie crust crumbles. It was delicious. My boyfriend got the O.G. Benedict and it had great hollandaise sauce. Some of, if not the best, we've both had in Tucson. I would like to note that the potatoes that came with the Benedict were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Overall great experience.

Food looks & taste amazing the tater tots really do hit the spot I would recommend the breakfast burger you can never go wrong with with this order

When I lived in tucson this was my FAVORITE breakfast spot. I don't like french toast whatsoever and I LOVEEE the french toast from here... I mean I don't think i've met anyone who doesn't? I've tried all of them and they're all sooo incredible. They have other things as well which are so yummy. The service is wonderful, they're always checking in on you and getting you seated quickly and it's so clean and cute inside!! 10/10 recommend going!!

Loved the decor and the service was great. Plemty of room so no wait. The food is large portions. My wife had an order of pancakes the size of a plate. I ordered the skillet with a chicken fried steak, I made special requests and all were met perfectly. A good brunch. Will go again.

A hidden gem within Tucson, 'Toast 101' provides freshly made meals that will leave you with tears of joy. I learned about this place simply by driving past it one day, and thought, "Let's try that out!" The exterior didn't seem that fancy; in fact, it gave off an old, family-owned vibe, but this made me hopeful. Sometimes, the places that don't look fancy are the local's picks for best food. This location is by Mission Plaza, Sprouts Farmers Market, & Banfield Pet Hospital. The parking lot also has a lot of space, at least in the mornings, so you don't have to be concerned with fighting for a spot. I have visited twice so far to have breakfast, with both times having nobody at the front to greet me. However, I forgive this because I also arrived very early, so there wasn't a crowd that required a greeter. Besides, the people that would be my greeter noticed me shortly after I entered and brought me to my seat. They handed me my menu and were very attentive to my needs throughout my stay. The seating is nice & spacious, with lots of booths for large groups. The atmosphere feels bright and there's music that plays, mostly old tunes like "You Don't Own Me" by: Lesley Gore and "I Love You Baby" by: Frank Sinatra. Between the two visits, I tried four kinds of french toast, including their 'Oreo Bliss, Fruity Pebbles Delight, Nutella Overload, & New Yorker.' I also tried two of their skillets, and of course, some fresh orange juice on the side. Every single meal was Heaven! The french toasts are especially eye-grabbers, as when my French Toast Flight was brought to my table, the only other guests at the time asked my waitress what I ordered. Each dish is so colorful, and hefty with syrups & whipped cream. You will be leaving there with a to-go box. Also, to note, I shared the flight (which contains three different french toast) with one other person who can down a lot of food, but I would highly recommend that you only order the flight if you have four people minimum at your table. The sight of it is super intimidating. The skillets were great as well; I really fought between a bite of the sweet and savory during my visits because they're equally amazing. The potatoes are crispy, eggs fluffy, & if you get one with meat, it's well cooked. Seriously, I would come here as often as I can to try their whole menu! I recommend this to anybody: singles, couples, families, young, elder. Anyone is welcomed except for those who want to manage their calorie intact, because I hate to say it, but you wouldn't be able to resist their wonderful meals and keep your diet in control. This is the best place to visit when you want to lose control, and that's what makes it so fun!

First timer. Wait time for a table of 4 was 30-45 minutes long. Checked in around 11am. Seated at noon. Very busy establishment. The decor was very girly. Which was nice. Our waiter was not attentive. A few other waitresses had to help us. On the other hand, the food was delicious. The food portions were good. We will definitely go back. Maybe an earlier time. Restrooms were clean. I recommend this place. But it is busy.

Cute brunch spot! I was impressed by the big portions with generous amount of protein. The food was very tasty- both our savory and sweet dishes. The skillets - meat and country- were delicious. The proteins on the meat skillet and country fried steak were the highlight of the dishes. The potatoes were crispy and good. The New York French toast was indulgent. Definitely a guilty pleasure. It was a bit too much for me- a little too much cream and too dense. It was hard to split between two people. Strawberry mimosa was yummy but small portion. Service was pleasant.

As far as the food is concerned, it's everything done right. The kind of place where you wish nobody was looking so you can lick your plate clean. Nice and bright meets a cheerful comfort, food palette. I loved the decor and atmosphere of the restaurant. Though they were low on staff. the two servers did everything they possibly could to make sure that each table was taken care of. We had the hangover skillet and the banana fosters French toast. Neither my daughter, or I could decide which dish we loved more. We savored every bite and delighted in the flight of mimosas that we had; which were... Pineapple, orange, Tiffany blue, and my favorite, the prickly pear. I highly recommend this place if you're on the east side of town. I would have given it five stars but the place needs a serious cleaning.

My friend and I stopped at Toast 101 for a post-hike brunch, and -- while we felt a smidge grubby for the scene -- we enjoyed our meal! We went for a combination of sweet and savory items: we each started with a Matcha Latte (5 stars, absolutely recommend), then shared both the Country Fried Chicken and French Toast Flight. The Matcha Latte was deliciously sweet and creamy, but still retained the slightly earthy tea flavor that I enjoy. The Country Fried Chicken was a huge dish of fried chicken smothered in gravy, with biscuits, potatoes, and eggs. We attacked it with post-trail appetites, and even shared, it was super filling. The seasoning was very good on the chicken and potatoes, and the biscuits were nice and fluffy. Despite being super full from the fried chicken, we couldn't resist the French toasts we'd selected for our flight: Nutella Overload (strawberries, granola, and nutella), The New Yorker (cheesecake with graham crackers and strawberries), and Oreo Bliss (oreos on oreos on oreos). Friends, be prepared for a sugar coma after these French toasts, or better yet, share one order amongst the table as a dessert. They're delicious, but SO SO SO sweet. We enjoyed all three toasts, but the Nutella Overload was probably my favorite, in part because the fresh strawberries cut through some of that cloying sweetness. The food is four-star, but the service was pretty rough. We waited an extremely long time for our food. I went back and forth on 3 versus 4 stars for this one, and I'm going with 4 because our server worked so hard to make things better! She repeatedly came and checked in with us while we waited for our meal, and even brought us each a free second latte to apologize for the length of the wait. I appreciated that a lot!