This weekend was my second visit. I have enjoyed both times I've come to Big Ed's! The French toast was awesome and the grits with the red eye gravy was to die for!!! Whenever I'm in Raleigh this will def be my breakfast/ brunch spot!
Our server was Carol. She did a great job making us feel welcome. She introduced herself and asked our names, remembering them throughout the meal. The food was good as always.
Caroline D (FluffysIsland)
+5
Wow, so I’ve been eyeing this place for like a year. I never get a chance because the lines are out the door around 10. So, today, my mom and I were on a mission. We got here precisely at 9 a.m., and boy, I was happy. We finally got a chance to enjoy this gem. It would be best if you experienced Ari’s hospitality. He’s the best and looks at your needs to capture what makes sense for you to order. Not only that, but he makes the best Arnold Palmers. Every suggestion he made was spot on! And let’s talk about the Tuna Salad, wow! I ordered the QT to share with my mom for this week's lunch! That’s how good it was! Lastly, his smile is infectious, and if you’re not a smiler, you will be after leaving. Thank you, Ari, for making this Sunday morning the best! Everyone here is friendly and warm, so don’t hesitate to enjoy a memorable meal!
Food was A1. Server was polite, attentive and knowledgeable. I couldn’t have asked for a better breakfast on 11/12/23
We were in Raleigh for a work trip and had breakfast here, on a late Saturday morning, before going home. I was surprised that we were sat so quickly! Our server was so nice and quick to get us everything.
The decor is so adorable! I loved looking around at all the eclectic items.
These biscuits are SO GOOD! Their hot cakes are delicious too! We are excited to come back and will be recommending to friends and family if they’re ever in the area.
A wonderful breakfast with family, cozy, diner atmosphere!! The hostesses were so sweet, the sausage and grits were savory and yummy! My daughter's pancake looked 2 inches thick and was delicious she LOVED it! Our waitress, Karen, was so kind and had a great smile! We will definitely be back again to try more amazing food!!
Great food and generous portions. They have some of the freshest and most delicious biscuits in all of Raleigh.
Their sausage gravy is so tasty.
The inside of the restaurant is pretty cool and eclectic. There are a lot of signs and posters from "back in the day."
Be prepared to wait in line on a weekend for breakfast. The line moves relatively fast, and we normally wait around 15-20 mins.
I’ve been eating Big Eds for years. There aren’t many places like this still around Raleigh. Try it for yourself, but I’m totally down for this food. Salmon patties, butterbeans and field peas. Oh yes!
My first time here with daughter who frequents here for lunches. Being Friday I had the fried haddock,green beans & slaw with corn bread. My meal was so delicious! The fish was awesome & the cornbread amazing. The best I've had in yrs. I will definitely be back. Thank you. The wait staff friendly & on it ! Atmosphere very relaxing..
First I have to say, the cornbread was great! It could almost be a meal by itself. The service was good, mom and pops place. The food was good also, and this is the largest reason why they don't have 5 stars. There were 2 of us, and one of our meals was very good while the other was under cooked, by a lot. I still gave them 4 stars due to a nice attempt to fix any problems with us being satisfied.
Fantastic southern style breakfast! We stopped in here for an early breakfast before the days adventures. I got to have some real southern treats - real country ham and cheese grits; my wife had the fried catfish and both were excellent. The service was extremely friendly and welcoming. I just wish we could find a breakfast like this back home!
Hubby & I eat here most every time while in the area.A very family oriented eatery specializing in breakfast brunch & lunch. No eating - this time - seated to our table by a very friendly hostess. As always our food was hot fresh - delicious- no complaints- reasonably priced- a winner!!!
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