Birria Eggs Benedict
Slow-braised birria, runny eggs, a whisper of traditional flavor. Our most-requested plate before noon.
A daytime cocina in the heart of downtown Lodi — where the tres leches French toast comes before noon and the mole enchiladas come whenever you're ready.
First Toast is a brunch-and-lunch spot on North School Street, where the griddle runs on chorizo, birria and handmade tortillas from the moment the doors open at eight.
The menu crosses borders without asking permission — red chilaquiles with prime rib, tres leches French toast, a burger that holds its own alongside mole and chile rellenos. Cocktails show up before lunch does, and on Mondays the margaritas are half price.
Two servers often run the whole room. They remember your order and your name. Come hungry, plan to linger, and — based on the volume at noon on a Saturday — book a table before you show up.
Slow-braised birria, runny eggs, a whisper of traditional flavor. Our most-requested plate before noon.
Crisp tortilla, rich red salsa, slices of prime rib that come out hot enough to fog a window. No extra condiments required.
The bread soaks up the three milks; the griddle does the rest. Order it for the table and forget about sharing.
The plate that made one pair of sisters call them the best tacos they'd ever had. Split it — it's just right for two.
Two enchilada sauces, two camps of loyalists. Order both, settle it at the table.
The one that wins the table vote. On Margarita Mondays, it's half price — and the restaurant is predictably full.
"Delicious all around! My green enchiladas were perfect, my friend raved about the mole enchiladas, and another loved the mixed fajitas plate. The margaritas were amazing, and the berry one was definitely the winner for me."
"Delicious Mexican style food. Chorizo Scramble and Birria omelet were amazing. Will try other items soon."
"The food was absolutely worth the wait. Everything came out hot and full of flavor — we didn't need to add a single extra condiment. We ordered the hash skillet with prime rib, the red chilaquiles with prime rib, and the burger. We enjoyed every single bite."
"The best taco we've ever had. All the orders being served looked scrumptious. We will definitely go back."
"An exceptional dining experience. Every dish, from the flavorful Molcajete to the perfectly prepared Birria Eggs Benedict, was a testament to traditional flavors. The Tres Leches French Toast and Chile Rellenos were equally delicious."