Co-owner Chris Topping says Roasted's Oreo-Stuffed French Toast is very popular with the younger crowd, dubbing it “the grade-schooler's favorite.” After all, what kid wouldn't be interested in dessert for breakfast? The dish is a carry-over from one that was once served at Blue Sky Cafe, which is now closed. (Topping and his wife, Shelli, loved the restaurant so much, they've recreated many of its menu items.) Roasted's head chef, Derrick Wallen, was actually the original head of Blue Sky's kitchen back in the day.
The dish starts with two pieces of Texas toast, which are dipped in a chocolate-egg mixture, and coated in crushed-up Oreo cookie crumbs. It's then filled with a white frosting that mimics the inside of an Oreo cookie. It's decadent, for sure, which is why Topping says most people order it as a dessert or to share.
Looking for something healthier or, at least, a little more savory? Topping says that's actually the majority of their menu. They have many vegetarian options and a few that are vegan—lots of tofu! Try the Vegan Mary, named after one of their waitress's personal orders.
Keep an eye out for spontaneous new specials this season—recent variations included a peach cobbler French toast and cinnamon bun pancake, with talk of a tiramisu pancake being next.
Stop by Tuesday through Sunday, anytime from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. “If we're open, we're serving breakfast,” says Topping, but lunch is available from 11 a.m. on.
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