Toast + Kitchen Coming To Station Yards AT Ronkonkoma LIRR

RONKONKOMA, NY — The local eatery Toast Coffee + Kitchen is set to open a new location at the mixed-use development near the Long Island Rail Road's Ronkonkoma location, Station Yards, developers of the project say.

The eatery, which recently signed a lease, promises to bring a blend of artisanal coffee and upscale breakfast and lunch offerings in 5,004 square-foot space across the street from the train station.

Once complete, Station Yards will include 1,450 apartments, 195,000 square feet of retail space, and 360,000 square feet of office space, and a public plaza.

Toast joins other local businesses such as Great South Bay Brewery and Lucharitos.

It has other locations in Patchogue and Port Jefferson.

The agreement was facilitated by Allen Boulos, Richard Cardona, Matthew Sullivan, and Scott Schneider of Patchogue's Evernest Commercial Real Estate.

Station Yards developer, TRITEC Real Estate Company, was represented by Steven Orazio, Maria Valanzano, and Jake Horowitz of Colliers.

Broker and Founder at Evernest Commercial Real Estate, Allen Boulos, has deep roots with
Toast and its founder, Terry Scarlatos, according to TRITEC.

Boulos said, "As someone who worked at Toast and with Terry and his family for 15
years, I can't think of a better brand and a better person who embodies what TRITEC is building
in Ronkonkoma and across Long Island. Terry has created a brand that is more than just amazing
food and coffee. Toast is a feeling of community, culture, art, and originality, and TRITEC is also
creating these feelings across Long Island. This partnership is a match made in heaven."

Evernest agent Ricky Cardona, who is familiar with the Toast ethos, having worked alongside
Boulos and Scarlatos, said, "Seeing the Toast brand flourish the way it has—the way
it will continue to—is something extremely special for us to experience."

Colliers Vice President Jake Horowitz said the company is "thrilled to welcome a high-end coffee and restaurant establishment like Toast to Station Yards."

"Toast has built a loyal following by providing quality food and coffee to its patrons for years, and
we can't wait to see them flourish at Station Yards," he said. "Toast Coffee + Kitchen is renowned for its commitment to quality, a characteristic that has cultivated a devoted customer base. At Station Yards, Toast aims to continue this tradition by serving up its well-loved menu that includes locally sourced ingredients and a curated selection of coffee and tea."

Kelley Heck, Executive Vice President of TRITEC, said that Toast is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee. "It is poised to become a community hub where ideas are shared over meticulously crafted lattes and farm-fresh meals," she said. "I grew up blocks from Toast's original location and know firsthand what they bring to a neighborhood."

"We are absolutely thrilled about the prospect of teaming up with TRITEC and Station Yards," she said. "Our original location was near their headquarters, and we were able to foster a fantastic relationship over the years. Their steadfast commitment to uplifting Long Island communities and businesses has always impressed us, making our decision to collaborate with them an absolute no-brainer."

Scarlatos said that as a proud Ronkonkoma local who has witnessed t"he incredible revitalization efforts firsthand," she believes the opportunity is "a dream come true."

"We're ready to bring our passion and energy to this new venture and create something truly extraordinary together," she said. "This location will be unique to the other locations because it will have a dedicated grab and go/take away area for commuters."