Toast: Downtown Durham's Best Sandwiches & Soups

Daily specials are driven by what Mr. Cotter finds at local farmers’ markets. During my visit, those selections included fantastic two-bite crostini topped with a creamy mix of avocado, lemon and Grana Padano cheese, and a perfectly crisp panino with fresh asparagus, truffled cheese and fluffy, bright yellow egg, a colorful combination of contrasting textures.

—Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times

Paninis with ingredients like farm egg, taleggio and chives have secured Toast just about every local best-sandwich award for the past decade.

—Ian Douglass, CurEat

Mangia, mangia! You eat like a bird.

—Great Grandma

Quality Sandwiches and Soups Since 2008

Welcome to Toast, your beloved neighborhood Italian sandwich shop, where we've been serving up delicious soups and sandwiches since 2008! At Toast, our mission is simple: to fill your bellies with the highest quality meals at a good price while creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere for you, your friends and coworkers, and your family to e, Located in The Heart of

Downtown Durham

We are a quintessential "mom & pop" shop, deeply rooted in the community. We work with local bakeries and farmers and pair their goodies with our house made condiments and Italian meats & cheesee.

We take pride in offering meaningful employment opportunities to our valued team members, providing them with competitive compensation and a safe, enjoyable work environment. We truly believe you’ll be able to taste the love and our commitment to quality in every soup, sandwich, and salad we serve.

Convenient Lunch Hours

Indoor & Outdoor Seating in Downtown Durham

We've got you covered for lunch all week. We’re open from Monday to Friday, between 11 am and 2:45 pm - perfect for an early or late lunch break. But, if Saturdays are more your style, we're open from 11:30 to 2:45 pm. All six days, we seat indoor and out (weather permitting) until 2:15, then switch to take out. Whether you're on a tight schedule or prefer to dine at your leisure, we offer the convenience of placing your order via online (best option) or phone for easy pick-up. (It’s only fair to mention though that when we are very busy, we focus on the food and not the phone 😉.)
For those who prefer to savor their meal outdoors, we provide a charming outdoor seating area (weather permitting) where you can soak up the sun and the downtown Durham atmosphere while enjoying your favorite sandwiches and soups or even just a glass of wine. 

So, if you're in the mood for a sumptuous sandwich, a comforting bowl of soup or a fresh and crisp salad, look no further than Toast. Come join us in downtown Durham, where every bite speaks to our passion for quality, our commitment to the community and our love for serving you the best lunch in town!
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