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The Flying Biscuit Cafe

3.8 (89 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Biscuits and gravy
Stormy M.

We visited here on a Thursday morning and had a small wait. The place was packed as there was only inside seating due to the rain outside. Our server was so kind as this was our first time here. She gave us lots of info as there were many options on the menu. All our food was so tasty. The biscuits were some of the best I've ever had; light, fluffy and fresh! Add some gravy and that meal was so delicious!! The hangover breakfast was so perfect and so much food that it was almost impossible to finish. The hot honey butter chicken n waffles spice was perfectly absorbed into the chicken tenders, each bite was absolutely flavorful. With all these wonderful breakfast choices, it was hard for the basic egg and sausage breakfast to score the same points, but the biscuit and grits that come with each plate really elevated this meal. If we drive through Athens again, this will definitely be a must stop location.

Excelente servicio y delicioso comida se los recomiendo al igual que sus cafés muy ricos

Famous Flying Biscuit Breakfast
Kyle W.

So I had seen a few of these and decided to stop in they talk a huge game about their biscuits and even named the restaurant after their fluffy, airy, wonderful biscuits. Curiously I ordered the flying biscuit breakfast, 1 biscuit, 2 eggs, sausage, and creamy dreamy grits. Now being from the south I know a Pillsbury frozen biscuit when I see and taste one, these are 10000% frozen biscuits.... Forgivable in most situations but when they're hyped up this much it was a let down, dense and frozen tasting. Eggs were cooked perfect, the sausage might as well been beef jerky. Not sure how you make breakfast sausage tough like a bad sirloin but they managed. The grits....... Are the only reason this is going from 2 to 3 stars, the grits were as described, creamy and dreamy.

The high ceiling interior
Thomas R.

As I was writing this review I came across my own brother's review earlier this year, in which he accused Flying Biscuit of "suffering from a sense of self-importance" for a comparatively low "price-to-taste-ratio" (whatever that means). After coming here five months later, I can assure readers that either 1) he got the priciest thing on the menu or 2) Flying Biscuit lowered their prices. Flying Biscuit's prices were on par with J-Christophers or Big City Bread Company, but were leaps and bounds ahead in both quantity and quality. The French Toast my boyfriend got was genuinely some of (if not the) best French Toast I've ever had in Athens, while my pancake tacos were a delightful and exceptionally tasty spin on a traditional pancake and eggs breakfast. The interior was cute, the service was prompt, and the food tasted great. No doubt, Flying Biscuit Athens excels in the "price-to-taste-ratio."

Mini Shrimp and Grits
Keosha J.

The mini shrimp and grits are AMAZING! It was the right portion, extremely flavorful, and came out nice and hot. The price is very reasonable for the recipe along with a biscuit. I also ordered decaf coffee and they made it easy to distinguish between it and regular by using a different colored mug. This is great service because I can't have too much caffeine. This is my favorite dish here, so don't hesitate to try it.

Honey Butter Chicken Benedict
Melvin H.

Wife and I stopped in for a late morning bite to eat and thoroughly enjoyed the servings we had. Had the Chorizo Hash and my wife enjoyed her Honey Butter Chicken Benedict. Service was quick and with a smile. Next time we're in town, we'd definitely stop in again.

honey chicken and waffles and avacado toast
Koraya H.

I came on a Saturday and ordered their honey chicken and waffles with a side of avocado toast. The waffles and chicken were good, the chicken was a little chewy but that's if i'm being nitpicky. The avacado toast was good as well and was served on rye bread. If you're not a fan of tomatoes I wouldn't recommend the avacado toast. I came with my boyfriend and we both ordered a main and a side dish and our bill was barely $30 so the pricing is really nice as well! My food came out quick and the service was nice! The inside of the restaurant is really nicely decorated with many vibrant colors.

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Reviews are mixed. Many enjoy the breakfast dishes, especially grits, biscuits, and the varied breakfast menu. The friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere are often mentioned.

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We always visit the Flying biscuit every time we are in Athens! We love everything about it, the food, the atmosphere, and the staff.

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Thanks for the great review, Rod!

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The service was wonderful. The grits super good and the Belgian waffles were even better

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Thank you SO much for the awesome review!

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We were a party of 10 and Bailey was spot on with everything. She was extremely friendly and we were all happy with our meals.

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Always a pleasant experience with this brand. Consistency across all locations with a very good menu.

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Val was awesome! Best biscuits in church guess I've ever had. Wonderful service.

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Good food, service was ok considering it was busy. Servers were friendly, yet pretty stressed with the packed house. Understandable.

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