Michelin-Quality Food in the Most Unexpected Setting **Rating: ** Bryant's Breakfast is a study in contrasts, and that's exactly what makes it extraordinary. Walk through the door and you'll find yourself in what can only be described as a high school cafeteria aesthetic--fluorescent lighting, simple tables, no-frills decor. But order your food, and you'll quickly realize you've stumbled onto something truly special. ## The Food: Breakfast Perfection The biscuits alone are worth the visit. These aren't your average biscuits--they're fluffy, buttery masterpieces that practically melt in your mouth. Each one arrives at your table with layers that pull apart perfectly, golden-brown on top, impossibly tender inside. The thick-cut bacon strikes that elusive balance between crispy and meaty, with just the right amount of char on the edges. The sausage is clearly made with care, well-seasoned and flavorful without being greasy. And the eggs? Cooked exactly as you order them, every single time. Whether you want them over-easy with that perfect runny yolk or scrambled to creamy perfection, they deliver. ## The Secret Sauce: Obsessive Consistency!! Here's what sets Bryant's apart from every other breakfast spot in town: their almost obsessive commitment to consistency. Visit on a Wed at 7 AM or a Saturday at 1PM, and you'll get the exact same quality. The bacon is always thick-cut to the same specification. The biscuits are always equally fluffy. The eggs are always cooked with the same precision. This isn't luck--this is a team that has perfected their craft and refuses to let standards slip. ## Service That Rivals Fine Dining Despite the cafeteria setting, the service operates at a level you'd expect from a five-star Michelin restaurant. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely seems to care about your experience. Orders arrive promptly. Coffee cups are refilled before you realize they're empty. Special requests are handled with grace and efficiency. ## The No-Friction Experience Everything about Bryants is designed to be effortless. Ordering is straightforward. Seating is quick. The menu is clear and well-organized. Payment is smooth. There are no unnecessary complications, no pretentious service rituals, no waiting around wondering if your server forgot about you. You walk in, you order phenomenal food, you eat, and you leave satisfied. Simple. ## Exceptional Value!! read more

Got there early enough, so did not have to stand outside in line too long. Order at the counter and if done in, you go find a table. There are usually 2 servers who will bring your order to you. If you get coffee, you pour your own upon entering the order line. Got the biscuits and gravy breakfast which includes 2 eggs cooked to order and a choice of meat. Wife got the scrambler. Overall good food. Service is good. Noise level is moderate but tolerable. read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Biscuits and gravy breakfast with coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

If you are a person who loves a lot of food for breakfast , you've found your home. I enjoy my food from here, I was not expected such a large portion of it . This place was recommended to me , the staff were friendly and inviting . We sat outside , because it was just so many people. All in all I enjoy my food read more

GREAT local all-day-breakfast joint! It has a divey quick-serve cafe vibe to it. The staff is super nice & prompt. I had the Philly Omelet and it was delicious. Excellent blend of meat, cheese, & (curiously) tomatoes. It comes with a side of BnG's and grits. I tried a piece of Chess Pie at the suggestion of one of the cooks. It's like a sweet custard with a flaky top and was pretty good. Their menu has something for everyone & the service is super fast. Would absolutely recommend! read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Philly Omelet with biscuits/gravy & cup of grits (not pictured). Chess Pie. French Toast breakfast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Service was fast & friendly. Food came quickly and was hot and fresh. I just was not wowed by the taste of anything. The grits were bad. The biscuit was basic. And all 4 meats on my plate were just a little off. My favorite thing was the eggs. They were delicious! And the pancakes coming out if the kitchen looked amazing so maybe that would've been a better choice. read more

Bryant's Breakfast - The Sampler - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Each time I come to Memphis I have to get some biscuits and gravy from this old institution. Friendliest people and just nothing fancy, but good. I always seem to strike up a conversation with a regular patron and really enjoy the friendly southern charm.nice size parking and they now take debit/credit.plenty of seats and the tables are constantly cleaned. read more

This place is a Memphis staple and a must stop if you're visiting. It's located on Summer Ave and it's not the most prestigious neighborhood but I've never had any problems there. Bryant's is listed on Eater Nashville as one of the top 20 Essential Restaurants in Memphis. The restaurant has that neighborhood diner feel with hot coffee and freshly cooked breakfast moving about from counter to table. The service is great, fast and friendly. If you come on the weekend be prepared to stand in line. The decor is no frills, a few pics on the walls. The star is the food, beautiful pancakes and French Toast among other yummy plates. I ordered the famous Country Ham, Biscuits, Gravy, Grits and eggs plate to go. The biscuits were proper Southern biscuits light and fluffy just waiting on a slather of butter. The grits and eggs were ok not award worthy. The Ham was what I was excited about because I only eat ham on special occasions, however it was dry and overcooked. The ham was a No for me. Next time I go back I'll try the pancakes or omelette they looked delicious! read more

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This is one of the best places to get a breakfast sandwich! I get a biscuit with bacon, egg and cheese and it's divine. I also recommend the triangle hashbrown patties for a crunchy, satisfying side. Although Bryant's typically has a line of customers, it moves quickly and the food comes out hot and fresh. The vibe is like an old school diner, serving the classics without many frills. Definitely add it to your breakfast list! read more

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Found this place on Yelp and decided to give this diner a try. First time visit as we are from Texas. The french toast could have been thicker and there wasn't enough of a serving of fruit on it in our opinion. The fried taters are actually shredded potatoes mixed with tiny onion bits. The ham was extremely salty. I was pleased to try grits with here in TN. I added some butter, salt and pepper to mine and it made them better to eat. My husband added banana and syrup to his. Overall, it was a filling breakfast. The service was very friendly which is a change to everyone being so serious around here. And the tiny place was cute and you could tell the regulars as the workers greeted them by name. It was a nice place to stop to eat. read more

I used to work at a family owned diner on Quince growing up, and this little spot reminds me of it down to a tee! The line was wrapped around the building, which is always a good indicator! It moved quickly, and I ordered the pancake breakfast, and a chicken biscuit. You certainly get what you pay for, it was a TON of food! and it was all good. I forgot to take a picture of the pancakes, because I ate them all :( If I'm ever in town, I definitely wanna come back!! read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Eggs + Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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French Toast had classic taste, I'm usually a pancake addict but this took the cake. Customer service always amazing every time I go. This would be the perfect stop for any type of breakfast lover. read more

Bryant's Breakfast - French Toast Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Clean and inviting place for sure. I will say if it's your first time you better review the menu before you get there. You order as soon as you walk and and find a seat and the food is brought to you. So if you dont know what you want you will be holding up the line. I got the Bryan's Breakfast and everything was really good. The biscuits were the star of the meal. Get cheese on the grits too. Coffee is pretty solid too. I will be back. The women bringing you the food are super helpful. read more

Staff, pricing, & food was amazing! This was our 1st time in Memphis and North Carolina Double Dutch Therapy can say this will now be our breakfast spot! Awesome*Awesome*Awesome*Awesome read more

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this place is pretty yummy it gets too busy though now with the small space they need to upgrade to a bigger space. the food is amazing but it's just become to popular to enjoy in the restaurant. read more

It was a good but don't see the hype haha. Maybe I didn't the right things. But your average breakfast spot. You walk in order your food they give you a number and you sit down or eat in. Nothing special nothing fancy. I do like that concept. It's very fast and good comes out hot. Everybody is nice. They actually remade my food because it was a miscommunication and that was really nice of them. I would visit again because food is reasonably priced. read more

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Amazing food, even when they are busy the food comes out almost as soon as you get there. The food runner is very sweet as well.

Woke up early to head over and try this place out. Parking was easy and there weren't too many people inside. The minute you pull into this place you know it's going to be good. Old school diner vibes for sure. The inside is open with a bunch of tables and you order at the counter as soon as you walk in. I went with the sampler and my daughter got the strawberry pancakes. Our food came out pretty quick and there was a lot of it. Overall everything tasted pretty good. I thought the ham and pork tenderloin were a little dry but the biscuits were some of the best I have ever had. It was definitely worth the drive to try out and I would probably go again if I'm ever back in the area. read more

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It was just ok! I'm not sure why people make such a fuss haha. Keep in mind, I'm not a huge breakfast person, but my friend said she wasn't feeling it either. The service was great it just tasted really bland. I had to add lots of salt to mine and I rarely use salt in anything. The French toast appealed but it looks so sweet I'm worried it'll upset my stomach. I'd be willing to try it with someone tho. To try: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Ok: - Scrambler: Pork Tenderloin read more

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Do NOT recommend! The Country Ham biscuit was too salty to eat. Grits were gummy. Biscuit tasteless. Service confusing. Much better places for breakfast in Memphis. read more

Exactly what we wanted. Old school joint with a great southern breakfast. Service was good and the prices were on point. The coffee option when you walk in the door is a nice touch. read more

We were told by a hotel employee about Bryant's and shared about their biscuits. I'm not a biscuit person, however those with me do enjoy biscuits. I must admit that if the place were not Recommended we would Not have gone / gone in to the restaurant. From the outside it looks like there would be no seating and as if it were a dive. We almost made a decision to try it out since recommendations were that there was Great food. Once we entered we saw the large spacious dining area. The menu is above the counter for ordering. We placed our order, was given an order number and made our way to an open table. Once seated a woman came to the table with flatware. What wasn't clear was if you order coffee - it is self service. The server brought out our meals once the order was ready. And might I say we were pleasantly impressed. Our meals ordered included a veggie omelet with biscuits and gravy, fried bologna and eggs and pancakes with thick bacon (you'll see the pictures) and an order of hash brown casserole (however we didn't realize until wee were back to the hotel and thanked the employee for the recommendation. The fried bologna literally melts in your mouth was nicely crispy edges. The bacon was thick and cooked to perfection (no under cooked flaccid bacon but thick and tasty. The pancakes were more griddled cakes with lightly crispy edges and bits. They were fluffy yet light. The omelette was full of veggies, the biscuits (I was told) were light, buttery and hot. The two breakfasts were served with grits. We were satisfied and so glad we went ahead and ate there. The food was fantastic! The only thing was we did not get the hash brown casserole as ordered however we did not realize until we'd returned to the hotel. I would definitely recommend stopping in and order breakfast. read more

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Best local breakfast in Memphis hands down. The portion sizes are huge, and it is crafted in the same style and love your grandma would. It has the old school diner vibe, and is counter service. Sweet tea is amazing! read more

I had been here many times before and loved it. But, I had not gotten to go in like 2 years. I was really looking forward to it as I drove the 75 miles from my home to Memphis. I had the breakfast sampler platter and I hate to say I was disappointed! The biscuits, hash brown patties, and sausage patties are not the same as before. The biscuits are crumbly. The hash brown patties are so salty one can't eat them. The sausage patties are , to me, a weird off brand seasoned. The food individually is to stark and did not blend together like a meal as it used to. Whoever is buying should eat these foods as a meal and make sure the items complement each other and not just taste individually. The eggs were cooked good. read more

Yes!Yes!Yes! This was well worth the sketchy Uber driver to get to this place for a phenomenal and affordable all American breakfast. Don't let the line around the building deter you; the staff is fast and efficient, and these days, that's hard to come by. Generous portions, and the best bacon I ever had in my LIFE. read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Sign - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Philly cheese steak at 8 am!! Delicious!!!! Service was fast considering they were packed. The staff is friendly and welcoming the ambiance is good!! read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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This is a great place for breakfast but you night drive right by it if not looking for it. The paint and color on the outside is weathered and not bright. It doesn't look like a place that even might sell good food when you are looking from the outside. And, once you walk in its not your average looking breakfast restaurant type of place. We stood in a pretty long line to give our orders. the line moved quickly though. I had the fried bolgna, scrambled eggs, biscuits and grits. The folk with me had pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits, grits, and coffee. We were given a numbered table sign and found a table to sit. I must admit that it was quite spacious inside with several table seating for two or 4 to choose from. Not long afterwards, the server came with our food. Everything looked delicious. The fried bologna was melt in your mouth smooth with crispy edges (just the way I like mine) The eggs were scrambled just right and were so tasty. I added the country sausage gravy to mine and it was just the right amount of savory to push the dish over the top for me. The biscuits were homemade and were light and airy. The added gravy to them reminded me of my grandmothers kitchen table in North Carolina when I was a child. The hickory bacon was thick cut, smoked, and cooked to perfection! The person that had the coffee in our party said that the coffee was tasty and also brewed to perfection. The price for breakfast was very reasonable so I would definitely recommend this place as a must drop in for breakfast. Again, it doesn't look like much from the outside and when you first walk in...but looks can be deceiving. When it comes to a well priced, delicious, and variety filled breakfast you cannot beat Bryant's Breakfast in Memphis. You wont be disappointed! read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Fried bologna, scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, biscuits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Food excellent service fast and friendly ambiance is clean and way to start your day try it you will love it. read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Great spot for breakfast. Can get a little crowded but it's worth the wait. There's a reason you see people standing outside in line

EVERYTHING here is amazing the staff and food are just wonderful. It os very busy but quite read more

Bryant's Breakfast - Blueberry pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

It's ironic/unprofessional in my opion that this establishment completely ignored the negative reviews. All reviews are meant for letting the customer and the Manager know of good and/or bad service. Please take the time to communicate with everyone that leaves a review. That would a professional way to handle things. At least it would let me know that you have addressed the issues with the staff... SMDH read more

5/5 here! We come here for the biscuits and a good ole cup of Joe. Staff is nice and this is a must in Memphis. All of the food is fresh and never a miss read more

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A Memphis classic! Don't let the line scare you off... it moves quickly and table seating is generally available. You place your order at the counter, find a seat and staff will bring your order out to you. Food was prepared well, with great portion sizes. Staff is friendly and attentive. read more

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I had heard so much about Bryant's breakfast, so I had to try a sampler plate at 6:30 AM. The place was not too crowded and was filled with the good men and women who provide the services needed to keep the country going. Service was quick, and breakfast arrived at the table quickly. The eggs were good, and The country ham was excellent. The sausage was rather bland. The other piece of shoulder ham lacked any flavor. The grits were good, and the potato patty was a good compliment. The gravy was okay, but the biscuits were heavy and thick, and it was like eating a piece of dough. I know this is a Memphis legend, and I am glad to have gone. The price seemed a little high. Would I go again? No! When returning to the motel, my shirt smelled of Bryant's, and I had to change. read more

Been going to Brother Junipers whenever we visit Memphis. Relative suggested Bryant's and it's our go-to hereafter. The same meal I ate the day before at Brother Junipers was over twice the size, the grits were as good and two biscuits instead of one. All you can drink really good coffee in large ceramic cups. Bryant's can't be beat. read more

This breakfast will hit you harder than your mama on report card day, in a good way. Get ready for a happy tummy. Country ham biscuit a MUST. read more

Come here with a big appetite. Me and my little one came here for a late breakfast. They have an old school country diner vibe. Almost like an advanced Waffle House. All of the food taste home made and really good. They do move and operate fast. Everyone knows what they want and appears to be familiar with the menu. Everyone including the customers are down to earth working class people and the food is extremely affordable. This place is off summer so it's in North Memphis. read more

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This place is nothing fancy but it is a great spot for a good big breakfast. We came here in 2021 while visiting Memphis. Every time we ate here the line was out the door. Very large portions, big pancakes and friendly service. We had enough food for breakfast the next day. This is a must visit place when in Memphis. read more

Bryants Breakfast. I arrived at 5 am. Short line. But many patrons already there getting their morning meals and coffee. Many regulars. They call them by name. Quick to place an order and quick to get your food. Cinnamon rolls were my reason to go. They ready and on the counter. I added a platter to the order just to try. Biscuits on point. Gravy is smooth. Eggs cooked to order. We coming back only at 5 am. I have seen those lines after that grow. But ultimately we'll worth it. read more

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Fabulous food (breakfast and lunch), very clean, helpful and pleasant employees, great atmosphere!

Best breakfast in Memphis! My family's favorite items are the biscuit sandwiches. Sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit or bacon, egg, and cheese biscuit. read more