OK I will say coming from Hawaii that I have never eaten grits. My favorite movie is My Cousin Vinny and I was really excited to taste the "what is a grit" and check it out. This place came highly rated on Yelp so we were all excited! I went for it: chicken fried steak, pimento grits and coffee. The coffee was fine and when we started ordering, that's when the problems happened. For some reason due to the POS software, they were unable to add items to an order. At some point, it just became "ok leave it as-is, just go with it". The poor server was at the mercy of the software. There were a lot of people there and the food took longer than expected. When I got the breakfast, I have to admit, it did not meet my expectations. But you need to remember, I am from Hawaii and this probably was my first authentic chicken fried steak and grits. The grits were like mushy, overcooked oatmeal - like very mushy - one would say it's overcooked. But what do I know? I don't know. The chicken fried steak was ok. The gravy was kind of sweet and I don't know.... I guess I expected more. Again, this is coming from someone from Hawaii who has never eaten this food before. I will say the prices were AMAZING! This meal started at $8.99. read more

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No alcohol this week she said, I was really looking forward to an Irish coffee for my birthday breakfast , big disappointment!!! Only 1 waitress was working unfortunately the service lacked refills and it was super slow to get the food. The biscuits were dry either they were cooked yesterday or overcooked today not sure which. The sandwiches would be easier to eat if the biscuits didn't fall apart immediately. The loaded home fries were the best part, be sure to ask for extra crispy or your potatoes will get soggy. Place was clean and today there was plenty of seats available. read more

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I've had a rocky relationship with Big Bear Biscuits. On one hand, their Cajun Skillet is amazing--anything Cajun/Creole is the way to my heart. On the other hand, my go-to location in Castleton shut down shortly after running a BOGO gift certificate special with Fox59. My friend and I each had $50 in gift certificates, so we made a special trip to Brownsburg (50 minutes from my house) just to use them. The server was nice, but the service was painfully slow--it took about an hour to get our food. The food was good, but the slow service and lackluster ambiance weren't worth the drive. If they reopen in Fishers, I'd consider going back. But running a BOGO certificate deal when you know you're struggling financially is bad business--you can't pass that burden onto your customers. It left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Cajun Skillet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

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Drove from the north side of Indy to Brownsburg just to try Big Bear Biscuit. Since the closed their location on 96th St, we tried to call this location on our way. We received no answer. When we arrived on 8/9/25, we found a note on the door that they were temporarily closed until further notice. See pictures. As a result, I cannot rate this establishment on the service or the food. I gave them a one rating because I wish they had an answering machine that told visitors that they were temporarily closed. If so, I would not have made the 30 minute drive. I've notified the yelp administrators of the note on the door. Recommend calling them before you visit the location. If there is no answer, they may be closed. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Temporarily Closed Until Further Notice sign - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

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I came to Big Bear Biscuits for lunch and it was a pretty mediocre (albeit not bad) experience. I had the smash burger, fries, and a Diet Coke. The burger was good, albeit, a little rich with the generous portion of aioli. The fries were ok but fell within the not worth the calories range of fries for me. Others at my table said the biscuits and gravy were delicious but eggs were not enjoyable. The service was friendly but extremely slow where we need to waive for the waitress if needed something, had to fetch our own menus and silverware, and walk the check to the waitress to pay. While the restaurant was nearly empty. The ambiance was ok- the floors were extremely slippery and slick where I had trouble keeping my footing both walking and standing still. Personally, I wouldn't venture out of my way to eat here but if you're local it may be a good spot for a casual / easy meal with expectations in check. read more

We were looking for a great breakfast spot in Brownsburg and found big Bear biscuits. They were not particularly slammed on a Sunday morning, but continued to get busier as we dined. Our server was very friendly and gave us great selection insight. I had the hot chicken on a biscuit and added a fried egg on top. It was outstanding. The server also provided the jalapeño jam and a strawberry jam. Both were fantastic. If you're out in Brownsburg, this is a great spot. The restaurant is in great condition and is very clean. read more

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I was in town visiting and my sister's and I wanted to try this establishment. The restaurant was very clean and quaint, it wasn't very many people in there at the time. The service was actually great, and the food was mediocre. Definitely not what I expected to taste. The best part about the breakfast was the coffee. read more

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Fairly new brunch spot with lots of room for the breakfast crowds! We tried the biscuits & sausage gravy and their Smokey dish, both were very good and my Bellini was perfect as well! Our server was very sweet, I believe her name was Christine, she also gave us a punch card for future visits! Will be coming back! read more

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Good breakfast spot! The loaded home fries and biscuits and gravy were our favorites. Service was good! It's kind of hidden in the middle of a strip mall. Inside is small but had plenty of open seats. read more

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Very disappointed in Big Bear Biscuit. The biscuit was dry hard on top and bottom and not served with anything. No butter, honey, jelly nothing. My over Med eggs were over easy , not cooked to Med. Friend ordered scrambled eggs with cheese. They forgot cheese. Server took it back and and had cheese put on top but they didn't take the time to melt it. Other friends sandwich had a glob of aoli on it and her cheese never melted. The chocolate gravy was super disappointing. Very bitter. I grew up with scratch made chocolate gravy and mine is so much better. Our server... I hope she was new. She was slow and forgetful. Asked about nut allergies and the gravy. She forgot to ask. Had to ask her again. Asked for ice and butter. Brought the ice forgot the butter. Servers should know the basics of how items are made. They could have turned the dining room twice over if service was more spot on efficient. We all said we wouldn't go out of our way to come back. read more

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I need someone to explain the potatoes. They were sweet and salty with a hint of BBQ seasoning. Very odd. Didn't hate them. Didn't love them. Service was amazing. Coffee good and hot. Biscuit sandwich was good. Sausage was sagey, which I . read more

Food was fantastic..had the Cajun skillet and it was amazing..huge size and so flavorful..with a little kick from the etoufee..a welcome surprise! The waitress was great..very attentive and offered suggestions. Liked it so much we went back the next weeks and brought friends who were equally impressed..obviously we will be going back again! read more

I was excited to learn that Big Bear was opening in Brownsburg because I've heard great things about their other location. But reading the Yelp reviews for the Brownsburg location made me hesitant to visit. I finally tried it and I'm kicking myself for waiting so long. My husband and I had a great brunch. The staff was friendly and the food was delicious. I ordered the Petting Zoo and all of the flavors worked so well together. The portion was big enough that I took half home. And the pimento cheese grits were also very yummy. My husband ordered the biscuits and gravy and said it was very good. The coffee was fresh and brewed to perfection. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Petting Zoo with a side of pimento cheese grits - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

They were unexpectedly short a staff member the day i had breakfast here. Even so, they were fairly quick, very friendly, and my meal was delicious. read more

Soooo let's start by saying I'm not a "biscuit" person per se. Went in not expecting to be impressed, and we'll, I was impressed. And since I'm not a biscuit person, I asked for recs. Tried The Hibernator. Very large portion-was able to take it home and have another meal. I even loved the potatoes, and they reheated well! I had the "Drink Your Juice, Shelby" mimosa flight. Absolutely loved it. Juices rotate, depending on what they have in stock, but I believe they are all Natalie's. They were on the day I was there. Also very nice people and service. Maybe I like biscuits now! read more

Big Bear Biscuits - "Drink your juice, Shelby." Highly recommend! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

Big Bear Biscuits has been our list for awhile - my boyfriend loves biscuits and gravy. This place definitely lived up to its hype with great, fluffy biscuits and a cute ambiance. The portions are giant, so either be ready to be stuffed, split a dish or take some home. Service was good, everyone was very friendly, but they're still working out some kinks. Definitely recommend! read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Petting Zoo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

New spot that just opened in Brownsburg and I'm glad I finally stopped in. It was busy so getting a table for 1 would have been a 20-30 minute wait so I opted to sit at the bar and after studying the menu opted for the Breakfast benedict. As food was coming out of the kitchen, I knew I would be happy and full after my meal. The biscuits are huge but soft and fluffy and baked to perfection. Everything was great about the meal except the fruit which was a bit more tart than I was expecting. Overall, a great filling breakfast. I didn't ask if you can call ahead for a table but definitely something yo consider if you plan to eat here. read more

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Best biscuits hands down. Very reasonably priced. Exceptional service and hearty portions make this breakfast spot a must. What the restaurant lacks in decor and ambiance is more than made up for with just sheer quality of the food served and the delightful staff that serves it. Flavorful and fresh, the most voracious appetites will be dated with one of their original biscuit creations. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Big Bear Skillet and Rise and Shine - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

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Thankful for a Blue-Beary Latte to go on this rainy Monday morning! Greeted right away and very quick service on my to go order! Everyone was friendly and helpful! Quiet atmosphere inside as everyone was too busy enjoying their orders. read more

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My second time at Big Bear Biscuit today! My experience today was better than my first. I got a waffle today and it was really good. I got a biscuit as my side with jelly and saved it for later. The biscuits are just as good if you heat them up in the microwave a couple hours later. The biscuits are huge and really are extremely tasty. Today the service was pretty slow. We went around 9:00 am (Sunday) and it was pretty dead. It took about 45 minutes to get our food which isn't terrible but I'm used to breakfast places being a little faster. By the time we left there was a huge line! So if you go a little early, you shouldn't have to wait long! Loved the latte I got! Definitely will be going back! read more

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I went today and had the fried chicken biscuit, piment grits and potatoes. It was delicious. The chicken was seasoned and fried well and the grits were creamy and delicious. The atmosphere inside is lovely, very homey. There are tables for seating as well as a bar. Everyone was super friendly and quick with the service. I highly recommend if in the area! read more

I ordered the Biscuit Benedict. It was very good! I'd probably ask for a little extra hollandaise sauce next time. I also had a Bloody Mary and coffee. It's hard to find somewhere that has all these things in one place. I'll definitely be back! read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Booze menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

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Service was great, The coffee alone was worth the trip. Portions are generous. Good value.

Ok I came back here for breakfast. I will say there was only 2 tables w 2people in each booth. One table had their food while the other was still waiting. The staff is nice but I was never offered a refill on my coffee and the food seemed to take forever to come out. Also a table came after us and they got their food first. The Biscuit Benedict is odd. It has a "bacon jam" but tasted and looked more like pulled pork. Also if you read my other reviews I am all about a poached egg. Sadly this egg was solid in the middle. The kids pancakes were cute. So all in all it was a $30 breakfast. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

Randomly stopped in here today and I am SO glad that I did. It's a little place with a whole lot of great service. Management is great. Our server was a master of the craft - she was kind, quick, and even had the art of conversation! We went in after a rough morning and they surely brightened our day up. That's just about service. All that good above couldn't have prepped me for the delicious and monstrous sized meals. Biscuits themselves were good BUT THAT SAUSAGE GRAVY !! Husband got the Hibernator and was pleased - said the chicken was stellar. Both have enough to take home for tomorrow. If you're in the area, check them out! And get a Bloody Mary!! read more

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A new favorite breakfast location! The service was amazing and we were able to get a seat as soon as we walked in the door! Our server was so awesome and was ahead on refills and everything we could possibly ask for! I had the hibernator biscuit with the potato sides and I was full the rest of the day! The ambiance was wonderful and homey! Loved this place so much, I wanted to buy a shirt because they were such a cool tie-dye design! Ready to go back! read more

I tried big bear biscuits about a month ago and oh my gosh it was amazing. Actually I have already been back since my first time. Their biscuits are unique and VERY filling. One order of biscuits and gravy might look like a serving for one but it's truly two servings. I've also had their sandwich with the fried chicken, cheddar abs sawmill gravy - it was perfection. My grandson (3 years old) had their cub cakes and loved them so much he's been asking to go back. Oh one time I got the cheesy grits as a side and I was meh about those because they were pretty flavorless, but may just be me. The service has always been pleasant from hostess to waitstaff. Oooh one more thing - they also have lattes which my Mister says are AMAZING. He got one called honey bear or something and it was so good (I took a sip The atmosphere was casual and laid back. A bit loud for my liking the first time cause they were soooo busy, but that's normal for most restaurants nowadays. Just the acoustics have no dampening. read more

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Fantastic!!! Huge biscuits and great flavor. I'll be heading back to try the B&G. I had mine for carry out and it was ready when they said. Nice little place. Very clean. read more

Wow! Just wow. The breakfast bowel was very good...the andouille sausage adds so much great flavor. You HAVE to try their biscuits and the Big Bear Roll-homemade cinnamon roll and homemade icing. My husband is VERY picky amd he said it was the BEST cinnamon roll he's ever had. 5 read more

I have been looking at the web page all weekend to plan for Mother's Day. No where did I see you were only offering only a buffet. Not everyone wants all you can eat. My mother had already decided what she was going to order. You ruined our morning. If you are going to change things up you should post it on your website. Do not think I will ever bother to try out you restaurant again. read more

Amazing food, very good service, and nice quiet place for breakfast with a friend. We loved the food to the point of shock and everything was very reasonably priced read more

Went for late breakfast. Really wanted a great biscuit and heard a lot of good things about Big Bear. Restaurant was not too busy and things seemed a little off. Usually you can get a sense when a place has happy people and good food. This was not that place. Should have turned around and left, but I really wanted a good biscuit. Service was ok. Specialty coffee was not worth the cost. Just tasted of fake syrups. Biscuits were served burnt, hard as a rock, and covered in butter to help soften them up. No one eating was finishing anything they were served. Customers and employee's were all unhappy. A/C was running on high when it was in the 50's outside. Not comfortable at all. How do you go to a place known for biscuits and allow such a poor product to be served? It would have been better to close the doors than serve the food they did. It speaks to poor management and I can only recommend everyone to never set foot in Big Bear Biscuits. read more

i want to preface this review with: i am not a carmel elitest. i promise. but the carmel location is definitely better than this location, and i can't believe i'm saying this. i love big bear biscuit and was so excited that they were going to be a little closer to me. when we went, the energy was just not there. it was an awkward vibe, which is unusual for a restaurant i think? server was super nice but service was kind of slow for such a small place. food was good! i got the same thing i always get so i could compare. i give carmel 5/5, and i give here a 4/5. im hoping with time and practice this place will match carmels greatness read more

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Back again. Their attentiveness on drink refills was slow, but other than that everything was good again. We love the food here. I had the Big Bear Skillet, which I liked the huge portions, massive biscuits, and the side of apple butter was delicious. My wife ordered her usual Petting Zoo (vegetarian tomato jam with eggs and avocado) but she ordered without the goat cheese and has a side of the pimento cheesy grits. read more

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First time to this restaurant and it was fantastic! It's very different than your average breakfast place. The food is delicious. I ordered the Douglas and I cannot emphasize enough how tasty it was! The portion size was huge and the price was pretty decent. You even got a side with the biscuit entree options. I opted for a bowl of fruit and usually at restaurants you get a bowl of unripe melon--however this was good fruit! read more

Big Bear Biscuits - The Douglas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

Highly recommend Big Bear Biscuits!! I have eaten at their Brownsburg location and the one on 96th Street. Both have great staff and the food is always delicious! I love their biscuits and gravy, the biscuit sandwiches are awesome (had the pig newton today), and I love Dean's grits. Give them a try if you haven't been!! read more

Went with my daughter Bella for our once/mo date. Was unsure how it would be after reading the reviews. I got the Douglas, and it was exceptional. Great fried chicken, soft biscuit, good gravy. I commented to the server how a lot of the online reviews cited hard biscuits, but that wasn't my experience. She said they were trying to figure out the biscuit recipe, and it took them some time to get there but now they have figured it out. It was really good! read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Douglas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana

We went there on a Sunday morning and we were told all they had was the buffet. All I had was one biscuit, two slices of bacon and a water and was charged $18 (after taxes) for the buffet (which only has a very small number of items to choose from). The biscuits were hard on the bottom side. They had apparently been sitting out for a while. I should've known when I went in and the place was empty that something had gone terribly wrong. Don't go there! read more

The place was super cute, breakfast and brunch place! Food was good. Service was excellent. They have a fun drink menu too.

Stopped in this past weekend for a quick breakfast. It was before 9am so we were able to walk right in. Restaurant definitely started to fill up quickly but they seemed to be very efficient in taking orders and getting food out to the tables. We each ordered breakfast sandwiches which were quite large with a side of pimento cheese grits. Our only complaint would be that the food was not nearly hot enough. I probably should have sent it back to be warmed up. . Nothing worse than cold grits. A coworker had been there the previous weekend and mentioned the temperature of the food as well. read more

Big Bear Biscuits - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brownsburg, Indiana