Big Bad Breakfast

This morning a friend of mine took me to eat breakfast at the Big Bad Breakfast in Homewood. We were pleasantly surprised how busy they were with the weather being so cold. We were greeted immediately upon entering the establishment. We ordered our food, which was absolutely delicious. Will, the general manager, checked on us frequently, the coffee refills kept coming, and the staff was very attentive to our needs. Everything is made fresh every day. They do not just serve breakfast, but they serve a variety of foods and even cater. You can order ahead of time, eat in, or have your food delivered. I highly recommend any location of Big Bad Breakfast because that’s what it was! We ordered the big bed breakfast: two eggs, meat of our choice, grits, and the biggest biscuit I’ve ever seen!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely perfect breakfast experience! 🥞✨ From the moment we walked in, the energy and environment were warm, inviting, and buzzing with good vibes — the kind of place you want to linger over every bite. The food and drink menu is amazing, with options that range from hearty classics to leaner selections that still feel indulgent. 😍 I’m obsessed with a “fancy breakfast” and this place delivers — creative dishes, fresh ingredients, and beautiful presentation. Bonus: breakfast cocktails are next-level delicious! 🍹🥂 The service was top notch — friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home from start to finish. Highly recommend for brunch dates, weekend mornings, or anytime you want a standout breakfast.

Allways super awesome food, and it was a great view from the 2nd floor. I got the "old school wrap" while my friend got something with poached eggs. The food came fairly quickly, and was steaming hot! It's pretty expensive, but overall worth it (especially in this economy).

Had the French toast the taste was good but def left me wanting more bread in my dish but I did enjoy it the pancakes were very good just on those too much to eat they will def fill you up if your interested in a sugary treat and to top it off the biscuits and gravy were a wonderful taste I highly recommend the biscuits! The environment was nice however certain floors are only available by stairs has bathrooms on each floor aswell

Great biscuits and coffee! Tried the oyster scramble and was well seasoned with a nice amount of heat. Diverse menu would definitely try again if one is around.

Delicious! Two teenagers and I give it five stars on our foodie list. Growing up in a place like Savannah Ga with so many good restaurants, I am not a picky eater, but a picky foodie. If it is not good I will say so. The atmosphere was great and service was wonderful. Definitely going to be on our list when we drive home to see family in Georgia.

10 our of 10. We hit this place at THE best time bc when we left the line was down the side of the road - people waiting in the rain!! The table ordered a wrap, a sandwich, an omelette and just a scrambled egg platter. Everything was excellent. The potato cakes we delicious anddddd the biscuits were INCREDIBLE. I took the biscuit home and ate it later and you could just taste the scrumptious butter - even cold. Could not recommend enough - just do yourself a favor and GO EARLY. Food arrived timely and the staff was very kind.

When a restraunt has a wait for their breakfast you know its going to be good. We had their fresh squeezed orange juice and their chicken biscuit. It was so filling that we couldn't eat the whole thing. The staff was great the food delicious. Will definitely be back to try something else.

Big Bad Breakfast in Homewood is one of those places that just gets it right. The food is consistently really good, and the atmosphere makes you actually want to sit and enjoy your meal instead of rushing out. It has a relaxed but energetic vibe, and you can tell it is a popular spot for a reason. I dined in, and everything we ordered came out fresh and tasted great. The portions were solid, and nothing felt thrown together. It is breakfast food, but elevated in a way that still feels approachable. The menu has plenty of classic options, but there are also enough unique items to keep it interesting. The staff stood out to me the most. They were friendly, attentive, and listened carefully to any requests. Nothing was messed up, and they checked in without being overbearing. That kind of service makes a big difference. Overall, it is a reliable place with great food and good energy. I would definitely go back.

Overall, I love breakfast, and while the portions are very generous, they were a bit heavy for me. My favorite dish was the biscuit crumble. It had so many layers, and the tomato added the perfect balance, preventing it from being too salty or overpowered by the bacon. I've actually developed a newfound love for tomato gravy. In comparison, the Jack Benny was too salty for my taste. I really enjoyed the fried hash cake, but with the ham, the saltiness was all I could taste. I loved the décor, and this experience definitely doesn't deter me from coming back to try more dishes.

This place has a really cool decor inside. There is a generous bar area with booths and along U-shaped bar. The other half is a dining area with some very colorful paintings of the dishes. You can find on their menu. I came here in the morning after a very long evening of working the entire night before. Sat down right after it opened and ordered the bacon bloody Mary along with the tocino eggs Benedict. Also got coffee. Okay, if you are craving eggs benedict, you will be disappointed. The meat is essentially a bbq-southern-style version, which wasn't bad, but did not compliment the hollindaise, and rather clashed with the flavor. Service was good, and since I was there so early, there were next to no one else at the restaurant. It is a cute place, as I said before! But...well, I am speaking more about the decor and atmosphere than the food so...you get the idea. Maybe I ordered poorly, even though the dish I ordered was supposedly one of the more ordered plates. Maybe I was sleep deprived and crabby. Either way, I left disappointed.

We had been talking about coming here for a while now, it's just normally out of the way on the weekends plus hangry kiddos wanting food quickly means we haven't had a chance yet. We walked in for a brunch / early lunch on the weekend. We didn't have to wait long. Our kids both wanted pancakes and bacon. After some debate, I settled on the chicken and waffles. It was very good, but my gosh that was a lot of food - I ate on it another meal easily. My wife got one of the breakfast scrambles and enjoyed it. I hope they open one in Trussville - I think they'd do well there!

On our way back home, we stopped here to grab a true breakfast. Of course, I checked YELP before I went and it had great ratings. It was a wait however I managed to grab some seats at the bar for quicker service. Drink- Bloody Mary and Manmosa. The drinks were not strong however it quenched my thirst. Food- Rancheros bowl and biscuit and gravy. Food was good and if passing through I would stop again. The server/bartender was very nice. Tip is included just FYI.

The food was very good. We walk In and we were seated immediately. The food was very tasty. Our server was very accommodating. We will be back

It had been a really long time since I had BBB. This was a good choice for brunch , after leaving church. The hostess was really nice and prompt in adding me to the waitlist . I ended up sitting at the bar. The service was fast & friendly. I ordered a mimosa to drink. It was tasty and refreshing . I ordered steak and eggs with hash brown cake as my side. I was satisfied with my food overall. The steak is a 6 oz ribeye , so medium rare temp was perfect! My fav was the hash brown cake!! So good!!!! This was my first time at this location. There's street parking only, so this might be hit or miss depending on when you visit.

I love visiting here. It is my mom and I's breakfast spot to go when we want to have brunch or breakfast together. My last visit, I got steak and egg. The steak was perfectly cooked to my instruction. I always worry about overdone steak. But this as done right. My mom enjoyed her egg white omelette and the biscuits were also fluffy and wasn't dry. We were able to find a park right out front. So I was happy about that, as parking can be quite the task in this place. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and will be back again.

I frequent Big Bad Breakfast and it never disappoints. Me and my friend came here Sunday around 12 pm and the wait time was around 30 minutes. We got a text that our table was ready and were quickly seated. Big Bad Breakfast is a very busy place with kind of a vintage feel. The waitress was very attentive, even though it was busy. Their menu has a combination of breakfast and lunch, with many different options. I usually order the Biscuit Crumble because it is amazing every time, but I ordered the French toast because I was wanting something more on the sweet side. Our food came very quickly and it was hot and fresh. The French toast did not disappoint. It seemed like it was made from a fresh baguette, and it was covered in powdered sugar and berries. The prices of the food here is a great for how good the food tastes and how fresh it is. This is one of my all-time favorite breakfast spots in the Birmingham area. I would 100% recommend to anyone wanting great breakfast.

Friendly Sunday service!!Our server, Madelyn, was helpful and attentive. She helped me make a choice of entrees . The biscuits and pancakes are huge! I oreder tge huevos rancheros grits bowl and it was pretty tasty. The portion size was very filling. I couldnt eat it all. My boo had the Breakfast Plate and left no crumbs. It is a very casual dining spot so no need to worry about getting dolled up or wearing your Sunday best. I look forward to vising again next time I am in Birmingham .

Not sure if this is the specific location we visited, but major shout out to the establishment! Their menu is amazing. I ordered an Irish coffee and it came with fresh cream. He had just made an hour before. I could really get used to that. Service was great andmy husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast and the ambience was awesome as well.

The absolute best biscuit I have ever tasted. The spicy bacon was on point. The tomato gravy was delicious. The coffee was fantastic. The service was top notch. It's a lot of food for a good price.

Never disappoints. Food is amazing, service is even better. You can't go wrong with the Big Bad Breakfast plate. I usually get the spicy bacon, biscuit w/ peach preserves. Réjean was a superstar server as usual!

I actually hate telling y'all about this place cuz it is so delicious. Always a line and worthy of the wait. Big Bad Breakfast skillet is my fav!!! Highly highly recommend this place.

Breakfast is my favorite meal and I was so excited to find a popular diner in walking distance from the Aloft hotel. I sat at the bar on a comfortable chair downstairs and was immediately greeted and asked what I wanted to drink. The waitress had an amazing personality, was kind, quick, and was helpful with recommendations. Do not leave without trying the pancakes, OMG.... out of this world. So fluffy and delicious. I had a side with the yard work skillet I ordered. The pancakes were 10/10. The skillet was not my favorite. Ingredients looked fresh and it was a decent serving, however it was lacking flavor, a little too bland for my taste. I was very thankful they had salsa at the bar that helped add some flavor to the skillet. I also had an ice coffee Vietnamese style with caramel and vanilla syrup. Very good! It's a charming breakfast spot and it's popular. There's something on the menu for everyone. Great service and good food! They also have lunch items if you're not a breakfast person.

We are on a road trip and asked Google for a good breakfast near I-20. So incredibly happy they sent us here. I was worried when we pulled up and there was a wait but the wait was short, the restaurant was larger than I expected and our server (Jamiya) made great recommendations. If you are near, stop by!

Great good; I thoroughly enjoyed it! The service was amazing too. I absolutely recommend eating here.

I really liked this place and thought it was above average for a trendy brunch spot. The service was really good, lots of seating, and a big menu. I got the breakfast plate with poached eggs, chicken sausage and a biscuit, and every part of it was great- there was so much flavor. I got the cold brew, which was underwhelming and not very strong, but still good. My friends love this place so I'm sure we'll end up coming back. They also have Vietnamese iced coffee

My husband and I came to Big B breakfast a few years ago, but cannot get in due to the long wait! My friends and I were here for girls weekend and decided to give it one more try. And boy was I happy we did were seated immediately. Keep in mind we got there very early before 8 o'clock. The food is absolutely delicious. I got the sausage eggs and French toast. Oh my goodness the sausage is some of the best I have ever had. The French toast were light fluffy, and delicious. We will definitely be back! Food: 2 Service: 2 Ambiance 1

Fantastic food. Bright and cheery place. Truly. You can order eggwhites if you want to leave off the yolks. And you can take home some grits or biscuit mixes. Big bar for some yummy Bloody Marys or Mimosas. Really satisfying. Omelets are terrific. Especially the veggie one. Grit lovers will be very happy, and Oh, the Bicuits! Only one area of improvement that I can note: Open a location in Knoxville TN, please. Thanks a lot.

Magical. Shrimp and grits heaven. Not sure how else to describe this meal other than simply the best shrimp and grits I've ever had - the grits were extra buttery and the shrimp cooked in this tomato, sausage concoction that I'm still dreaming about. The wife doesn't even like grits and she kept taking bites of mine. Yes, that unforgettably stupid good! The redneck benny was also pretty amazing. Two eggs on top of some of some delicious gravy on top of some ham on top of some golden, fluffy biscuits? What's not to love? Their drinks are just the perfect accompaniments to was everything down. Super tasty bloody mary and pineapple upside down mimosa. Staff was great. They seemed to have a great time and that attitude was infectious. All super cool! They need to open one in Austin!

Went here with my parents for breakfast, we sat on the second floor and had a great time! The food was great and the place had cute decorations

Excellent service. Food arrived extremely fast. Orders were correct. For EVERYONE in the party. Staff did a great job accommodating our large party. No complaints.

Went there Sunday, Memorial Day weekend. Not crowded at 8:30 am, had a nice table and good service. I had standard breakfast, wife had omelette. Took a little longer to prepare than I thought....like 25 minutes. But great taste!

This spot was recommended to me by a friend from Bham as well as the Internet. When I arrived they were busy, as I expected. I was very lucky to grab the last single bar counter seat at the time. I ordered a sweet tea as well as the Belgian Waffle. I got fruit on the side. I chose a sweet brunch dish as I had ate a hearty biscuit from Martin's in Georgia for breakfast. This probably isn't their best, but I still enjoyed my meal. The atmosphere is cozy as well!

The Biscuits are now perfect and they fixed the US Flag display. I've been getting the Veggie Omlet with Greens and a side of Grits. So good! The Pancakes are always delicious- very consistent Love BBB!

This is my absolute favorite restaurant in Birmingham. The breakfast is delicious and everything we ordered was delightfully perfect! The Servers were also great and always efficient, happy and polite. Looking forward to returning back and I would not hesitate to recommend this place to to anyone looking for somewhere a unique breakfast spot in B'ham AL! I'm looking forward to being back here again, when I'm back in B'ham. Thanks for the culinary memories!

This has been on my list of brunches I've wanted to try for quite some time. I finally got to try it last weekend with some friends. This is a convenient location for me in Homewood and is surrounded by all the cute shops in Homewood. I expected a wait on a Saturday morning, and we did have a 25 minute wait but it wasn't too bad at all as we could shop around while we waited. They have both upstairs and downstairs seating which was kind of neat as most restaurants around here are only one level. We sat upstairs facing the window so that was kind of cool. I saw several menu options I wanted to try. It was so hard choosing what I wanted! I'm a sucker for both skillet scrambles and avocado toast so I was torn among those options. It just means I'll have to come back! I ended up going with the Big Bad Breakfast Skillet and a side of whole wheat toast. There were eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, onions, potato, and cheddar in it. It was so good! One of the best breakfast items I've ever had! It sounded good, and tasted even better! Service was pretty good too, and now I know what all the hype is about!

New breakfast spot I found here in Birmingham. I have to say It's probably one of my favorites here so far. From the time I walked in the door and was greeted by the energetic, smiling faces at the door until I left I didn't have to ask for anything! After spending what seemed like 30 minutes looking at other Elite member reviews of this place I finally settled on a couple entrees. The first was The Mother of all biscuits! The biscuit was hot, fresh, fluffy which was the perfect bed for the chicken tenders and yummy pool of sausage gravy. There was also a generous amount of cheddar cheese on top. I give this dish an 8 out of 10. If the tenders were a chicken breast, then I would have given it a 10. The flavor was a 9 out of 10 though. The iced tea was fresh, and I was offered one to go which I gladly accepted. The other entree I chose was the Chicken biscuit. I will give this one a 6 out of 10. The biscuit was still warm, fresh and delicious, but the Chicken breast was fried and there was just a slice of cheddar cheese on top. They could have easily brined the chicken and added some homemade pickles and a cranberry relish?!?! I mean anything besides a boring piece of chicken. The staff were super friendly and attentive so I will definitely be back. The ambiance was very loud though because of the kitchen being directly behind the bar, also it was a very cold day yesterday and I sat at the bar, every time the front door opened I was in the freezer. Other than that, it was a great breakfast spot.

I'm a sucker for Saturday morning brunch and Big Bad Breakfast didn't disappoint! I usually go for the low country skillet, but this time I tried the Jack Benny. The eggs were over easy, just like I like em. I love a good hash and these were nice and crispy. I went with the grapefruit as a side in an attempt to be healthy lol, but it was broiled and actually quite tasty. Service was nice and friendly and even though there was a crowd everyone was in good spirits, likely due to their full bellies. Sometimes I'll come sit at the bar...or maybe it's just a countertop since they don't sell alcohol. Anyway, sometimes I'll sit there and dine to add some people time to my remote work life, it's typically all good vibes.

The food was good and the service was excellent. I didn't care for the Bloody Mary or the smoked sausage. The sausage casing was really hard and tough to eat. I liked the grits and the eggs. I will return and order something else. I loved the signs on the wall and the atmosphere.

If you're looking for a classic American and southern breakfast spot this is it! It's a cozy spot with lots of seating, including an upstairs with lots of sunlight. They have tons of omelets, platters, skillets, pancakes, you name it! They have a fun drink menu with a seasonal menu that rotates. My breakfast burrito hit the spot, and the breakfast skillet my friend hit was the cheesy, hearty breakfast you need at the end of a long weekend. The fried chicken on the chicken and waffles was cooked well, though the waffle was a touch lacking. Downside, the wait can get very long on weekends and not sure why, but sometimes the restaurant will shut down their Yelp waitlist. So make sure to be early or expect a wait!

I was craving biscuits, and this place did not disappoint. The biscuits and gravy was (near) perfect, although I wish the gravy had been warmer. The biscuit sandwich was light and flaky. My mom said her bacon and eggs were perfection, high praise from us breakfast snobs. Very cool, "authentic" atmosphere. A bustling southern diner with the staff's saucy personalities to match. Cool t-shirts, too (I purchased one). Very busy on a Saturday morning, so be prepared to wait. Nothing too original to say, because it is simply a hometown, home cooking breakfast place. Definitely recommend

Consistently delicious Today I got chicken and waffles, add a side of sausage gravy bc why not?!!! The portions are generous! There were 3 huge chicken tenders with the waffle, fresh and crispy delicious. My partner got Jack Benny with sausage gravy. Their ham is exceptional - I am typically not a fan of breakfast ham. Everything they do is good. Staff is always cordial. Go early on the weekend or prepare to enjoy the company of your party while you wait.

We had the 2 eggs and pancake breakfast along with bacon, the Yard Work Skillet were all very delicious! The biscuits are humongous! Tastes like back home food

One of my favorite granola bowls! Hubby enjoys the traditional breakfast....he prefers scrambled eggs over poached. Bacon is yummy, and the brûlée grapefruit is a special treat.

They DO NOT MISS! Amazing food great atmosphere. Jamiya (spelling) was amazing as our waitress. French toast is a hit as well at the shrimp and grits. Oh and if you like biscuits and gravy...you will love it. 10/10 definitely recommend.

Place has gone kinda downhill. Not as quality anymore. Tastes like reheated frozen food unfortunately.

I had the big bad skillet (swapped out the ham for extra bacon) and decided on the biscuit. It was amazing!! The biscuit tasted homemade and it all hit the spot! When I came in though, it seemed as though they just had a pop and all the spaces at the bar were not fully cleaned yet and the table placements weren't set but it didn't deter me from sitting down. Then another young lady came by and got them cleaned up next to me, so the crew was on top of everything. The service was great. I got everything I needed/ wanted.

This is an updated review. My last review of Big Bad Breakfast in Homewood was in October of 2021. I was less than happy. Reluctantly, I tried it again and was pleasantly surprised. I went because I do love their pancakes. So, we got a stack, and they were, how do I say it, GREAT. However, at the last minute, since my wife got the pancakes, I ordered a traditional breakfast. Eggs over easy, perfectly cooked. Crispy bacon, perfect. Whole Wheat thick sliced toasted with homemade strawberry jam. The Jam is worth the price of admission. Then a very special surprise. They have potatoes, cut in chunks with grilled onions that are to die for. Over the top and life changing. I am 67 and for the first time in my life I had a ice coffee drink with some adult beverages added. I can't remember the name but it was really good. The service was nice, we sat at the bar because it was just the two of us. Half way through the meal, I was thinking when I could come back. Friday my daughter is closing on her first him, which is in Homewood. Maybe that is the next time I can have this delightful breakfast. Eat well, Drink well and stay healthy.

Food was amazing. Plan for busy times as the wait can be long sometimes. Service is very good

The Pelham location is AMAZING!! Great staff, delicious hot food, spacious seating and just a good ole place to eat! We had breakfast, a skillet and breakfast burrito- both were delectable. The general manager was walking around and making sure every one was cozy and happy. Our drinks stayed full and now our bellies are too!! 10-stars!!!

Perfect location in Alabama but not much parking. We went for Mother's Day before leaving out of town. The service was fast although it was busy. The food was delicious, and we were also given flowers for Mother's Day.

I got the Jack Benny and grapefruit brulée. Every ingredient and detail was perfect. The perfectly crisp potato pancake, poached eggs cooked just right, the thinly sliced ham....delish! The brulée was crunchy and delicious. I want to go back and try other items in the menu!

Any time I'm in Bham, I always make a stop at BBB! One of my fav breakfast places! Service is always fast and friendly, and the food is delicious! My personal favorite is the big bad breakfast plate. You won't be disappointed

I was traveling through here and came across this place!! It is one of the best breakfast places I have had in the south. The food and the service was great!! This is a must stop! I got The avocado toast and it was so yummy !

I stopped by after leaving a doctor's visit . Upon entering I was greeted by someone behind the counter . She came around and proceeded to sit me upstairs . The server (Sam) was very friendly . Mostly everyone in there had several people at their tables . I was the only loner , so he was very attentive to my needs . The atmosphere was very loud but welcoming . Lets you know it's a great place for breakfast. I ordered the flapjacks and chicken sausage . Which was ok. Nothing special at all to make me want to have it again. The sausage had a kick to it . Little spice . And the pancakes had a hint of vanilla . That added a special flavor to them . The portion size is very fulfilling. I didn't make it half way . So if you're looking for a hearty breakfast in Homewood , this would be your spot .

Good fresh biscuits. Attentive service and lots of seating. Stairs to the second floor are steep but have a gripping feel.

Busy as heck and the waiting line is worth it, if you aren't starving when you arrive. Food is delicious and portions are large! Wait staff is super nice and efficient. Tip them well! Only recommendation - EXPAND!!! If you increased the size of the restaurant, you would still have a waiting line and a much bigger top and bottom line too! Don't miss this place. Worth the stop and wait!