Toastique has signed a lease for a ground-floor retail space at Maker, the new mixed‑use building on the edge of Sacramento’s R Street Corridor. The move brings the national toast‑and‑juice brand to Midtown, where residents and daytime workers have pushed demand for more grab‑and‑go breakfast and lunch options. The lease was first reported Monday.
As reported by Sacramento Business Journal, Toastique has taken one of Maker’s street‑level suites. Maker is a roughly 137‑unit rental project developed by Anthem Properties at the corner of S and 15th Streets, and Anthem’s property page notes multiple visible retail bays fronting S Street and the R Street Corridor.
Toastique's Menu And Growing Footprint
Toastique markets itself as a health‑focused café serving gourmet toasts, smoothie bowls, cold‑pressed juices and espresso, according to Toastique’s website. The chain has been expanding rapidly by franchising in recent years, with industry coverage of new openings in California and New York per Fast Casual.
Where Maker Fits In Midtown Retail
Leasing listings for Maker show retail spaces ranging from about 900 to more than 7,500 square feet, according to Turton Commercial Real Estate. The building sits steps from the Ice Blocks and other R Street draws, positioning ground‑floor tenants to serve both residents of Maker and the steady stream of nearby office and nightlife foot traffic.
Timeline And Next Steps
The Sacramento Business Journal’s report did not list an opening date for the new Toastique. With some Maker bays already marked leased and others still available, a standard franchise build‑out and permitting window will determine when Midtown customers can expect the café to open.
Why This Matters For Midtown
For Midtown shoppers and residents, the addition of a fast‑casual health concept underscores the corridor’s ongoing shift toward daytime retail that can support both residents and workers. The arrival of national franchised brands alongside local operators continues to reshape the R Street Corridor’s mix of late‑night bars and daytime food options.
