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    Big Bad Breakfast - Chattanooga

    4.3 (122 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Avocado Toast
    Jade G.

    We got sat right away and the server was friendly. The food was really good and my drink was nice. It was spacious inside and had a small outdoor seating area.

    Carolina C.

    This place was fun, funky and offered really good food! Our server was so good, and handled our large party very well! She was so interactive and I loved that she was very sweet to the kids we had with us! Everyone loved their meals! I'm sure I would visit this place again if I'm in the area! Make sure you plan well as they do have limited hours!

    Tanisha L.

    Plenty of parking but lot gets full with other businesses so may not be as close to door. Can join waitlist online prior to arrival to help with wait. Was seating fast during busy Sunday brunch time. Service was great and food came fast and was food. Nice coffee and latte, cappuccino options as well.

    Fried Oyster Scramble "Hangtown Style" Huevos Rancheros Tomato Gravy with side of Spicy Bacon
    Melanie S.

    What a great find! We try to stick to non-chain restaurants and while this is a small chain it was totally worth it. I was hooked when I saw the Hangtown Fry and tomato gravy on the menu & they did not disappoint. It was actually so good that we went back a second time. My husband got the huevos rancheros both times!

    Brûlées grapefruit, spicy bacon, Weisenberger grits, biscuit & soft butter. Fresh squeezed grapefruit with vodka!
    Blayne T.

    Everything is perfect! Breakfast & bar atmosphere! Like a dream! Find one and fall in love!

    The jack benny
    Cherry K.

    The jack benny, a version of eggs benedict, was so delicious! The wait was minimal, even to get seated and receive our food. I also had an order of the vietnamese cold brew, and I strongly recommend! Check this place out if you want to enjoy a nice brunch.

    Shrimp and Grits.
    Marsha W.

    I met some friends for brunch at 12:30 today. Quickly, all of the tables were full, with Christmas music playing and an industrial feel. We all ordered drinks and food. Our server was attentive and efficient. She checked on us multiple times. She brought out our food and it was great! I had the Shrimp and grits which was a little spicy, but I loved it! All of our plates looked and tasted wonderful! Yes, I asked. Lol I would say though for you to save your drink money for another plate, have water with your meal and make a run to the store if you want a mimosa, etc. I have had them at many other places around town for minimal cost. Their's were about 6 oz for $9 which seemed to be about standard for their menu in the cocktail section. Just saying.... I'm frugal that way.

    The Old School Wrap with a crispy hash cake as a side!
    Todd E.

    If you want a first rate made-to-order breakfast, with freshly ground whole bean coffee OR a mimosa made with freshly squeezed orange juice (I watched them squeeze it while eating breakfast!), you need to visit this place!!! Known for their amazing biscuits and specialties, this place is an absolute "must visit" on your next trip to Chattanooga. I had the Old School Wrap (I remembered to take the picture accompanying this post after I already started to devour it!), billed as "burrito-ish" A tortilla over packed with eggs, sausage, pico, bell pepper, and cheese, served with an amazing lime crema, my mouth is watering as I type this review! I choose the crispy hash cake as a side - yum! The owner Kevin checked on me during my visit, and I was taken care of graciously by the amazing Heather! Tired of McBreakfast? Stop by BBB for a TRULY happy meal!

    Vanessa N.

    I got the Mother of all biscuits, which is a dill chicken breast, cheese, and buttermilk biscuit. I wished I had upgraded the biscuit and made it a dirty bird (hot sauce, bacon, and honey) because it was dry and salty. The dill flavor stands out and differentiates the chicken from all the other chicken biscuits places. However, this needs to come with gravy or at least make it another add-on/upgrade.

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    Mel A.

    Great and friendly service, chill ambiance with cool music playing in the background. Not too loud, which we appreciate because we were able to hold a conversation. The food came out at a good pace and was nice and hot. Our server Jordan keep our drink refills coming. There's more on the menu which we'd like to explore on our next visit. Thank you to the young lady at the front who took our picture before we left. *Family friendly

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    Zoe S.

    Good breakfast, plenty of seating and quick service. I got biscuits and gravy and wish I had a little bit more gravy on my biscuit. Their hash browns are yummy and crispy.

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    Great! I would try something other than the chicken n waffles but loved everything about it

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    Love BBB....I can't get past the Redneck Benny tho! I always fall for it cuz its sooo good. Highly recommended

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    The service is good and the food is phenomenal!!! They were full,but the wait was long,and it was so worth it.

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    Thank you Blayne!

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    4 months ago

    Good food. Good service. Able to accommodate large parties. Typical setting. Will be back.

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    Thank you for your visit Peter!

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    4 months ago

    Super good food and courteous service staff. Best biscuits in town. The mimosas are awesome.

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    Thank you Debbie G! We appreciate your visit!

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    Love to hear that your visit was wonderful Ermaya!

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    10 months ago

    I had their oyster scramble amazing food would recommend it Heather was my server so polite

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    1 year ago

    Food is always good. Get the tomato gravy! Servers are always polite and attentive. Definitely in my top breakfast choices downtown.

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    5 months ago

    The wait was worth it. Service was great. Seating is nice. The food was good. An enjoyable experience.

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    Thank you for your visit and kind comments Karen!

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    Thank you for your visit and kind remarks Sally!

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    Love this restaurant! Service is great and we like be the menu! Great place to bring people from out of-town

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