The hype surrounding restaurants in Durham never ends. Prior to my move to Chapel Hill I read the Design*Sponge guide, New York Times and many other publications to find the best of the triangle. Often, Durham dining is the highest rated. My favorite spot so far is Toast. This is located downtown in an area called "five points." Parking isn't easy, but it's worth a walk to get to Toast. It's a casual spot with simple decor, you order at a counter and servers bring the food to you. Toast has a great beer selection, including local favorites, and an interesting wine offering. Everything revolves around toasted bread; paninis, crostinis and bruschetta are the staples in the menu. I had a three cheese white truffle panini and the chilled tomato puree soup. It was an amazing combination on a hot summer day. Everything that went out of the kitchen looked fabulous, and despite the simple decor, the plating is well-thought out. My friend and I had a wonderful time, just chatting over our bottle of wine and toasty delights. Toast is a fabulous place for a girls dinner, but could also be a gourmet quick bite. Note: The photo above is from Design*Sponge
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