Don't be a hater, just wait on a table till later! Yes, you'll probably have to wait 10 minutes for a table and yes, in the process you'll be required to play the (they're on their last sip of coffee) "excuse me are you almost finished?" game. But once you get a seat at a deceivingly small "Big Table," you'll feel rewarded and even more ready for brunch. The Big Table has a pretty simple breakfast menu but there is definitely something on there to cater for everyone! From ricotta pancakes to Green Eggs & Ham or Strawberry French Toast it is hard to decide. Word of warning: Do not, I repeat, do not get their full serving of breakfast unless you are bloody hungry. Their half servings of everything are huge and so rich in flavours you don't need it doubled in size. You also want to allow enough space to have a berry smoothie and at least 3 coffees while you are there because they are scrumptious. Green Eggs and Ham on rye is one of my staple dining out brunch items and The Big Table serve some of the best. Fluffy, slightly gooey scrambled eggs with pesto and grilled smoked salty ham makes for a perfect brekkie and lunch. For a place that has a kitchen the size of my bathroom the service has always been friendly and quick. This is a great way to spend a Saturday morning amongst the buzz of the Central Markets. read more

I was truly impressed when I first walked in to the Adelaide Markets. I love the fact that it was a destination to go to eat, not just a destination to go to buy food to then eat later. And so we did! At the Big Table. On a Saturday morning the Big Table was unsurprisingly bustling. You can either sit around the counter - which I am told is *the* place to be - or you can sit on the surrounding tables, which is where we found ourselves. You pop up to the counter to order, and I went with the special Bircher Muesli while my companion went for the corn fritters because she "gets the corn fritters every single time". When they came out, I totally understood why and I *immediately* had food jealousy. Sure, my Bircher looked totally delicious and was really upping the stakes when it comes to 'brunch art', but there was simply no beating the deliciousness and aroma coming off my friends corn fritters. Damn it! Ultimately The Big Table is a super fun brunch place, especially for the tourist and people-watcher within all of us, however it was just a little too hectic and fast-paced for my lazy Saturday morning. read more

Big Table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

My first foray into the world of Big Table came on a Saturday morning before starting work. A quick scan of previous reviews prepared me for a wait to grab a seat, but I had none of the 'hovering a little too close waiting for someone to finish their coffee' experience - I was able to grab a seat at the bar straight away. I did not notice the warning to order a half serve until I had ordered & thought I'd read a few more reviews while waiting. Note: this is GOOD advice. The serve was massive and half the amount would have easily satiated my appetite!! I loved being able to sit at the bar and watch everything being prepared in the kitchen. There seemed to be at least 10 people crammed into the tiny space but they were like a well oiled machine, ducking around each other and passing stuff around. It was almost like a ballet of food preparation! Now, to the food! I ordered a serve of green eggs & ham and an iced latte to wash it down. My latte was delicious - I'm not sure how they did it with it being iced but it had just a touch of foam on the top, and was creamy and a good strength. The flavour of the eggs was great with lots of parsley mixed through and the addition of prosciutto gave it just the right saltiness. However the eggs were a little too 'done' for me - I don't like being able to 'slice' my scrambled eggs. That's the only thing that made it lose a star. I will definitely be back at Big Table before long - I have to work my way through the rest of the menu (half serves this time)!! read more

Big Table - Green eggs & prosciutto - very generous serve!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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It's lucky the table is that large to accommodate the maaa-hooooo-sive breakfasts that appeared. It was like Texas - everything was bigger. From the fat bread to the busty avocado, it was a meal with the panache of a pirate king. I was warned to get a half order, but did I listen? Of course not. By the end of the meal (note: by end, I mean me waving the white flag, not the completion), I was wishing I could rally the community at the namesake communal table to help finish what looked like I had barely touched. When a restaurant can do something as simple as eggs on toast in a way that's both eye-popping and delicious, you know you'll be safe venturing into the other menu items like green eggs and ham and french toast. Just don't make the same mistake I did - always opt for the half order. read more

Big Table - Poached eggs on fat bread with avo and tomato. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

I love eating here as the market on a Saturday morning is a buzz and full of so much fresh produce everywhere that I just want to buy it all. The stall itself is small but there are ample seats around to plant yourself with the choice of stools by the stall or tables off to the side. I opted for the half serve (another tick for this place!) of the Green Eggs & Ham and lucky I did as the serve was a perfect size for me yet still substantial. The scrambled eggs were creamy and fluffy and the incorporation of parsley pesto into the mix turned the usual fare of scrambled eggs into something that sang flavour. There was no need for additional seasoning here as this was covered by the fancy addition to the dish, the prosciutto. The Co-Pilot opted for the French Toast. The soft, pillowy fat slices of bread were fried perfectly in the eggy coating and topped off with an abundance of fresh strawberries. The chilled rhubarb compote was strong in flavour and once again gave this dish that extra wow factor that brought it from the standard french toast to something that was a delight to eat. While we went with the full serve this is available in a half serve as well..so you only have to feel half as guilty. The breakfast on offer here will turn any morning into a fabulous one. read more

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We were lucky enough to find two free seats for breakfast on a Saturday morning. If we had arrived half an hour later there would have been a bit of a wait. The menu looks great with so many different options (Green eggs and ham; Wholemeal Banana bread; Muesli and yoghurt). Whilst the store is quite small I was amazed with how many staff were working around the small space and how quickly my order came out. I ordered the muesli with fruit and yoghurt (see picture). It tasted amazing! The rhubarb compote that was on top of my muesli (and features in most of the sweet menu options) was delicious and is definitely a must try! Definitely a great place in the lovely Adelaide Central Market. Perfect for a casual breakfast and to soak up the wonderful market atmosphere! read more

Big Table - Muesli and yoghurt with fruit and rhubarb compote. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

Famous for their breakfasts, Big table is also the best place to have a coffee in the Adelaide Central Markets. You can identify the stall by, that's right - the big table! It's a big wooden number adjacent to the stall proper and right next to the Tbar seating with a bunch of multicoloured chairs around it. Big, happy, bright and friendly pretty much sums up the general atmosphere of this delightful stall. They do fresh juices too if you're feeling saintly and for the slightly more sinful a no nonsense affogato; for just $4.5 they'll put a ball of vanilla icecream in a latte glass and pour a shot of coffee over it. The pesto mushies that come with the big brekky are a must try, otherwise they've got a bunch of healthy wraps, baguettes, salads and what not, all available for takeaway too. I prefer to try and grab a place on the stools around the U shaped counter and watch all the goings on as the 8 or so staff maneuver their way around each other in the tiny space. Feels like I'm in amongst all the industrious excitement! read more

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You know you'll always get a good breakfast here! Big Table is an institution in the Central Markets and there's a reason why they're always busy. I usually opt for savour options because I'm not a huge fan of having sweets for breakfast but I decided to indulge the 5-year old child in me and took the bait for the apple crumble French toast. My friend has dreams about their regular French toast and thought that she must be on to a good thing. It was amazing!! I loved that it wasn't too sweet and half a serve well and truly filled me up. My (tiny) friend had a whole serve on her own and loved it too. All the meals I've had from here is great and it's well worth the wait if there aren't any tables. read more

Big Table - Special apple crumble french toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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Located in the Adelaide Central Market, at the Gouger St end. This cafe is always busy, the reason being, excellent coffee, good options for breakfast and lunch, with great friendly service. We have stopped by this cafe on a number of occasions and have always left impressed. Not hard to understand why they are so busy. Morning papers are supplied if you want to catch the news while relaxing over a very smooth coffee. All good, will return. read more

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Reading the menu at the Big Table doesn't really get me too excited. There's nothing that jumps out at me as being wow amazing. Thankfully there's a difference when it turns up on your plate. The food is tasty, and you can tell they source good ingredients, but what do you expect for a Central Market eatery. There are plenty of ways to tailor the typical eggs to suit you, and I love that their big breakfast comes in a half size. I'm a fan of the variety in a big breakfast, but all too often they're just too huge (and too expensive) for the morning. So the Big Table makes a nice change. If you unfortunately do miss out on a spot on the 'big table' countertop seating is squishy. And if you're like me and lack the coordination to sit atop a high stall you might have a bit of a problem. Despite the slipping and sliding and lack of places to pop my handbag it was a great breakfast. read more

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Going to the markets as a kid, I was obsessed with The Big Table. I would dream about their thick-cut Japanese raison toast. A few years later at school (which was just around the corner) I would live off their baguettes, foccacias and wraps. Now, no-one wants to go here with me. Many a mornings I will suggest having breakfast at The Big Table and all I get is a 'mmm' and a 'nah it's not good there anymore'. What! Since when? I think the food is still amazing. I love sitting up on the counter, watching them make my milkshake and waiting for my food (maybe I haven't quite left my childhood?) Yes it is slightly pricey. As a student I would wince at giving away half my wage for a delicious, mouth-watering foccaccia. However, I think it is worth it, the serving sizes are generous and the food is good quality. Another reason I don't eat here so much is the serious lack of seating. If you miss out on getting a place on the counter, there are about two tables which you may be lucky enough to scab, if not you have to wait. Most places are absolutely packed on a Saturday morning, The Big Table is especially so. read more

Big Table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

The Big Table is a great place to get a coffee in the markets. In addition to the big breakfast for which it is so well known, the BigTable also does a mean foccatia and a heap of different salads which can become quite addicitve. Serves are generous and the staff are friendly. Stools are packed tight encircling the courregated iron and wood bar. Best on a Tuesday or Wednesday, when the crowds are not so intense. read more

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During a recent trip to Adelaide, we experienced the true wonder of breakfast at Big Table. Being a traveler that plans her holidays solely around food (many of you will relate) Big Table was on my list to try and being close to our accommodation was the logical choice for our morning meal. They have a wonderful selection of sandwiches, wraps, salads and juices available. Everything looked freash and delicious. On the two occasions we sampled classic French toast, spinach and feta filo, and a giant doughnut. Everything was above par. But the most impressive thing was their coffee, not only the blend, which was smooth and velvety but their actual milk foam. The foam was legendary. So silky, the bubbles so small and taste so delicate that I still think about it! read more

Big Table - The classic French toast, devine! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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The big table is bloody spesh. In a sea of breakfast options, the central market can overwhelm anyone who's rushing to grab brekkie before doing the weekly shop. Lucky for me, my sister lived one street from the markets for years, and showed me the ways of the big table. For a business with so few square meters of real estate, they make up for it by having a team of about 10 staff at any time, weaving and ducking each other to serve you a tasty breakfast or lunch. The whole experience is centred around the coveted "big table". If you can, grab a seat at the main table/ counter and watch and chat to the staff there. However if you miss out, you can also get a seat at a table nearby (but it's just not the same as being amongst the action). All of their breakfasts are top notch. Not a la carte but still really tasty and well made. They know how to poach an egg, how to make mean French toast and make a great coffee and also have good bread (which is strangely not a given at other market establishments - I'm looking at you lucias and zuma) Visit the big table on your next Saturday morning market visit, but get there early. You will not be disappointed. read more

That 5 stars is pretty much for the mushrooms. Okay now that is out of the way, this place is good. I didn't have the usual big table experience because we arrived, and we got the table. Straight. Away. Yeah - pretty much a pro breakfaster. I ordered the half serve of the big breakkie, it was good. Everything was cooked to perfection and seasoned well. The service was friendly. But lets be serious... let us talk more about the mushrooms. They were creamy and herby. But more than that, you could tell the mushrooms were real fresh, half the creaminess was coming from the shroom. It was earthy and the perfect compliment to my breakfast. Only downside is the usual - the tomato cast too much of it's juices everywhere. I'm beginning to think I'm the only person who cares about this. read more

To me, the Big Table is an Adelaide institution (and I think it's just Big Table with no The, but we have always chucked a The in front). My parents knew the original owner, maybe 10-15 years back, so it's always been on my radar, but since I've started traversing the markets myself as an adult, it is by far my favourite breakfast spot. The Green Eggs & Ham (scrambled eggs with parsley pesto & crispy prosciutto (or is it pancetta?)) are delicious, but my favourite is the classic BLT with mayo and add a fried egg. It's fun to sit up at the high stools and observe the hustle and bustle going on in their tiny kitchen. Much more affordable than nearby Lucia's, and more creative and tasty in my opinion. While I love their breakfasts, the real stand out is the lunchtime salads. Flavourful, original, creative, and catering to a wide variety of tastes, you can get a small or large container and they will absolutely STUFF IT FULL with the salads of your choice so that you can skip back to your car or office, salad in hand. I recommend the potato & sweet potato salad, the edamame, the greek salad, and the pasta salad. That's my usual combo. Baguettes and turkish rolls are delicious as well. Who am I kidding, everything is good. I love this place. TOP TIPS: They are cash only. If you like Big Table, check out Penny's University on Union Street. read more

This is one of my new favourite breakfast joints! It's a tiny little place at the end of one of the aisles in the Central Market (near Zuma Caffe) and, as Chloe R points out, its popularity means you'll likely be playing free table roulette, but boy is it worth it when you taste that first mouthful. I have recently started to really get into French Toast for breakfast and I was very lucky to be able to try the Apple Crumble French Toast special on my first visit. I REALLY hope it makes a return visit to the menu at some point as it was divine! That said, I have since had their regular French Toast with maple syrup, strawberries and rhubarb compote and it too was delicious (contrary to my initial instinct to bypass the rhubarb I tried it and it was the perfect offset to the sweetness of the maple). I have tried a few other menu items as well and found each to be excellent and the chai and coffee are made to perfection with incredible speed (it really is impressive seeing the work of the barista - she's a seriously impressive coffee making machine!) A can't recommend this place highly enough! read more

HELLO NEW SOCIAL MEETING SPOT!! Loved this place, very funky, cool and welcoming little bar top cafe for breaky and lunch, just pull up a chair wherever you can fit and let the lovely staff greet you and serve all your hunger and thirst needs!! The whole menu sounded amazing from your standard eggs to delicious sounding French toast with poached peach and ice cream, was hard to choose! I had the Bircher muesli and talk about amazingly! It was soaked in almond milk, with natural yogurt fresh figs hazelnuts and blueberries ...serving size was perfect for a busy day ahead! All the staff was hugely friendly and helpful with choice and there coffee and chai lattes are the go! :) I'm happy to have found a little slice of heaven in the busy Adelaide Central Markets! A great little hidden treasure there. Will definitely be back! :) read more

The best time to pop in to Big Table for brekky on a weekday is after 8.30am. The central market has a bit of a lull at this time and you can easily find a stool at this charming cafe. I found the staff to be attentive (despite it being a little busy) and I didn't have to wait long for my latte. Good coffee! Patience was required for the toasted raspberry and pear bread... it was worth it! Chunky and delicious! You get 2 pieces so can save some for later if you're like me (eyes bigger than belly!). ;-) I was impressed with the appearance of a wide variety of vegetarian salads - gonna be back to try these one day. read more

Great breakfast spot. Stayed in Hilton and it was a 1 minute walk from the hotel. I highly recommend baguettes and breakfast eggs. Their coffee is pretty good as well. read more

It's all about the french toast at Big Table as far as I am concerned. Yes, I've dabbled in the scrambled eggs from time to time, but I always come back to the french toast. I've watched my companions order other things from the menu, which they insist are very nice, but ultimately I feel sad for anyone who has the opportunity to order this french toast and for some inexplicable reason does not. Maybe it's the bread, so unashamedly, unapologetically white. Maybe its the thickness of the bread - one piece is I reckon equal to, hmm, three normal slices. Maybe it's the strawberries, which go some small way to offsetting the guilt - at least until you drown them in maple syrup. And what's not to love about Big Table itself? Maybe it's the teensy kitchen, which is inversely proportionate to the quality and quantity of the food it produces. Maybe it is the fact that they now deliver to what I call the market's "table farm" opposite Zuma's making the evil eyeball "are you DONE yet" game at their two main tables a thing of the past. (And the table farm has been seriously zhoosh-ed with new long wooden tables which make it an ideal spot for gathering a small group together). Maybe Big Table sums up a lot about Adelaide that I love - a little place, not as shiny or flashy as others around it, but quietly producing really good stuff that nowhere else does quite as well. And you really should order the french toast. Or did I mention that once or twice already?? read more

Just average. Whilst a novelty the green eggs n ham was scrambled eggs w couple of herbs. Maybe if the toast wasnt water-logged by the soft scramble...Very convenient location and quick service but the price point for food quality was low. Not worth a repeat visit. read more

Yeah, it's not literally a big table, but it has its charm. A popular spot for a quick bite for Central Market-ans. If you're anywhere near the markets around breakfast time, definitely go here. Fantastic menu, coffee, milkshakes, smoothies, and a full breakfast menu. It's funky, cool, you'll like it trust me. read more

So many places seem to be able to fail at the classic big breakfast. Big table nailed it, great ingredients cooked well. Simple and delicious well done read more

read great reviews about this place so was looking forward to trying it today. It took 15 minutes before someone even asked us if we were ready to order (and i was starving!!). The staff weren't very friendly, flat out and far too busy to make any sort of nice connection with their customers. I ordered a large skinny flat white and the green eggs and ham. It then took at least another 20 minutes before my coffee arrived. It was served too hot but i was grateful for that because it was an enormous coffee (winning) so it didn't go cold as i drank it. The eggs came about 5 minutes after the coffee and were again, a generous size. I was ravenous by this stage and tried the eggs. They were pretty bland so i added salt straight away. Really they weren't anything much which was disappointing because i had watched lots of good looking dishes coming out while i was waiting. Great presentations, but didn't deliver on taste. Disappointed. read more

Very welcoming. Glad I read reviews. Had a 1/2 serve, and it was still huge. Devine atmosphere. Staff so friendly. Busy for a reason.

The Big Table is awesome. The French Toast is incredible (and I'm a pretty big french toast fan) as well as the scrambled eggs with spinach and feta on Turkish bread (my mouth is watering right now...). Great atmosphere, if you can't get a seat at one of the shared big tables, grab a stool at the bar and watch them expertly pump out perfect coffee after perfect coffee :) read more