Toast Reviewed

February 24, 2026

Beans on Toast
Recommended by tabf5 and ratlands

Of course I knew beans on toast to be a favorite British comfort food. But my thoughts before trying it were: Do beans belong on toast? I’m supposed to eat a bean sandwich? I suppose I can expect nothing less from the people who gave us the toast sandwich.

But this was better than I expected. I couldn’t find the traditional Heinz Beanz at my grocery store, so I opted for some American-style baked beans instead. My understanding is that Heinz Beanz are more tomatoey, whereas American beans have more of a barbecue flavor. I think either would be good.

For me, this was more enjoyable than some common American comfort foods, like grilled cheese or macaroni and cheese, both of which I tend to find far too cheesy. I would eat it again.

Rating: 8/10

Avocado Toast with Chili Flakes and a Sunny Side Up Egg
Recommended by garfriend

I was already a fan of avocado toast. Avocados are delicious. I don’t usually add egg because I am usually way too lazy to make an egg. But I forced myself to endure that ordeal, opting for over easy instead of sunny side up. Obviously, the egg made the meal a lot better.

My sprinkle of chili flakes should have been more generous; I will rectify that next time. This was a great toast experience, though I have to admit I might like beans on toast more.

Rating: 7.5/10

French Toast
Recommended by zerock

I didn’t actually make this toast. But having had French toast many times, I’ll give my review anyway. French toast is a food, like pancakes and s’mores, that I eat approximately once per year. That’s my limit.

The eggy flavor is not my favorite, though a good amount of cinnamon can make up for it. The likelihood of me making French toast at home is basically zero, but I would consider ordering it if out for breakfast.

Rating: 5/10

Tomato and Ricotta Toast
Recommended by me

Toast topped with ricotta cheese and sauteed cherry tomatoes with garlic. This is my favorite toast.

Rating: 10/10

Toast with Honey
Recommended by myrtletribe

I wish I liked honey. I’ve tried. As an ingredient cooked or baked into something, no problem. But as a topping or an addition to tea, it makes me grimace.

Still, I tried this toast. I knew I wouldn’t like it, so I only added honey to the corner of one slice. Ugh.

Rating: 2/10

Pea Toast with Ricotta and Parmesan
Recommended by me

Mash up (I use a food processor) some peas with parmesan, olive oil, garlic, maybe a little basil. Add to toast. Top with ricotta. Consume.

This is my second favorite toast.

Rating: 9/10

Swiss Cheese with Tomato and Pepper on Toast
Recommended by shnu-world

My confession is that I’ve eaten the exact same thing for lunch nearly every day for the past three years. I decided to get wild and upend my routine one Friday afternoon by making this toast.

It was not bad, though I’m sure it would’ve been a lot better if I’d had a less sad tomato. But alas, it’s February in Minnesota. Maybe I’ll make this one again next summer when my tomatoes come in.

Rating: 5/10

Toast with Strawberry Jelly and a Sunny Side Up Egg
Recommended by sadnightcrimes

I was confused by this one. An egg on jelly toast?

I did a search and was surprised to find some people on Reddit singing the praises of jelly egg toast. So I did begrudgingly try it, substituting raspberry jam and an over easy egg.

I like a sweet and savory combination, but this one was just OK for me. I’ll admit I slid the egg off of the bread after a single bite.

Rating: 4/10