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Big City Bread Cafe

4.6 (899 reviews)
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French toast

Mentioned multiple times as a standout breakfast item; reviewers called it amazing, fantastic, great, and especially praised its moist, crispy texture and flavorful bread.

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Biscuit sandwich

Frequently recommended for its huge, soft biscuit with a perfectly crispy, buttery outside, plus a strong egg, sausage, and cheese filling.

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Quiche

Praised in several reviews as delicious and well-made, with comments like melt-in-your-mouth, hot/fresh, and excellent.

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BLT

Recommended for being fresh and flavorful, with one reviewer specifically ordering it with a side salad and enjoying the overall meal.

5

Old Bay Fried Potatoes

Highlighted as a favorite brunch side for its great flavor and strong pairing with the rest of the breakfast dishes.

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Biscuits

Repeatedly complimented for being excellent, soft, and tasty, including praise for them being especially good alongside breakfast plates and sandwiches.

Location details

393 N Finley St C, Athens, Georgia, 30601, US

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 3 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 3 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 3 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 3 PM
Friday 8 AM to 3 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM
Sunday 8 AM to 2 PM

About Big City Bread Cafe

Casual, family-run cafe serving locally sourced American fare plus housemade bread & pastries.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Big City Bread Cafe known for?

It is especially known for french toast and biscuits, along with housemade pastries and quiche. Reviewers repeatedly mention the french toast, biscuit sandwiches, and baked goods as standout items, and the cafe is also praised for fast service and fresh, comforting food.

What dishes are most recommended at Big City Bread Cafe?

Frequently recommended items include the french toast, biscuit sandwich with egg, sausage, and cheese, quiche, and grits. Reviewers also call out the BLT, avocado toast, Old Bay fried potatoes, and breakfast platters like the birds nest as strong picks.

What is the atmosphere like at Big City Bread Cafe?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and welcoming, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers describe it as a good fit for solo dining, meeting friends, and larger groups, and note that it feels homey and easy to relax in.

Is Big City Bread Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers describe the pricing as great for the quality and portion size. People mention generous biscuits, fresh breakfasts, and catering orders that felt worth the cost for office lunches, events, and group meals.

Does Big City Bread Cafe get busy, and when is it best to go?

Reviewers mention a little line at peak times, but also say it moves quickly and food comes out fast. A weekday early brunch or a visit for outdoor seating on a nice day seems especially appealing, since the patio is frequently praised.

Is parking available at Big City Bread Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Does Big City Bread Cafe have vegetarian options?

Yes, Big City Bread Cafe offers vegan options.

Is Big City Bread Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Big City Bread Cafe is good for kids.

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