A spinoff of the famous Portsmouth spot of the same name, The Friendly Toast Restaurant is a funky, retro breakfast joint with a full-service bar that serves classics and favorites from early morning until late evening.

Breakfast staples include egg sandwiches, breakfast burritos, egg-in-the-hole, biscuits and gravy, huevos rancheros, and sweet treats such as pancakes, waffles, French toast, and pumpkin cakes. Diners who are looking for something more substantial can tuck into burgers and fries, build-your-own omelets, chicken and waffles, and breakfast enchiladas.

35 Stanhope Street, Back Bay, MA 02116, Phone: 617-456-7849,