Absolutely wonderful. I like it better than mama's boy, and I know I will get a seat very quickly at BCB! The biscuit sandwiches are SO good as well as their side of potatoes with garlic aioli. Seriously so delicious. The staff members are very friendly and the food is a great deal. Best brunch in Athens. read more

I went with my parents to big city bread. I ordered roasted veggies. I'm not exactly sure what the hype is all about. I most likely could have made the same dish at home for much cheaper. The bread they came along with it was good, but I wouldn't recommend ordering the veggies. My parents ordered burgers and a side of fries and they thought it was alright, but not worth the price. There may be some other dishes (or more bakery and bread stuffs) worth trying instead. The atmosphere was nice and located in downtown, but definitely not super crowded when I went (late lunch early dinner). read more

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A solid 4+ stars for what seems like a popular brunch spot on the weekends. We were on tour this weekend and it ended up being in Athens, which is a pretty hip little college town without The Virus damning everything. Well, that didn't let Big City Bread from keeping its patrons well fed. We arrived at the recommendation of a local that raves about this place, so Yelp was only called into duty to help locate our coordinates in reference. It turns out we were only two blocks away, which made having great brunch that much easier (not like we wouldn't have driven more). The restaurant has full-on COVID rules in place, so leave your complaints over at the Wendy's. It seems their protocols are working for them, and if you want to eat here? Yep, their rules. It was refreshing to say the least. We happened in when there was only two other guests ahead of us, so no long waits needed. Once you are in line to order, acquaint yourself with the menus, and read everything, because the person in front of us was having a hard time. Again, take your time. The menu might appear small, but if you choose your own meal-adventure correctly, you will win the prize and your gut will be knighted at the end. The food is real. Yeah, I typed that out. The ingredients are real, the food is real, and the people serving it are real (I hope). Think "homemade" but without the Guy Fieri meaning of "homemade". No one lives in the restaurant, therefor it's not homemade. The portions look small but are deceiving. You'll be full at the end of this meal or you did something way wrong. All-in-all, a great meal, and given the world circumstances, they did a pretty damned good job at it too. Nice people, and plenty of people watching are in store. read more

One of my go to brunches in Athens! The quiche plate is my go to. Im not sure what they do to the quiche, but it is absolutely incredible. I normally get the plate with potatoes and a biscuit. They also have an amazing coffee selection and pastry selection. Very cute atmosphere and a great patio when the weather is nice. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you, so don't expect to be served. Love love BCB! read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Quiche plate with potatoes and a biscuit - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

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Wide variety of food... biscuits, eggs and bacon was amazing. Super friendly and helpful severs, super easy with to go orders. Great breakfast and lunch ambiance... double thumbs up read more

The perfect brunch spot in Athens. Sit outside and enjoy the cool air. Don't park in the Wendy's parking lot

staff was super nice and i had one of the best BLTs i've ever had (and i've had a lot of BLTs). good music on the speakers too !

I used to frequent BCB when I lived in Athens and it is still one of my primary go to spots when in town. My usual order is the vegetable sauté with an egg and nutritional yeast and an almond milk latte. Everything is consistently great. read more

Ok delish - I got a biscuit sandwich with a fried egg, bacon, tomato, and arugula and it was so good. Also grabbed a bite of my sister's french toast which was really amazing! Also props for the iced dirty chai it was slaying. I need to go back. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Biscuit sandwich with bacon, egg, arugula, and tomato - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Hairs in my food, $40 is high for a meal I took one bite of. If you're gonna have an open kitchen I also suggest cleaning it.

GREAT breakfast! Atmosphere is a little overwhelming but service was wonderful and food was good! Had GF baked goods but no gf bread so eggs and omelettes are pretty much it for offerings for our Gf friends. Would probably go back read more

The food, service and atmosphere of this place is incredible! We waited in a line outside for several minutes but it was so worth the wait! The ebb & flow of customer service is 100% and WOW the food large portions! We had quiche and the burger with the roasted potatoes MUST HAVE! Coffee was very delicious as well! You pick your own seat when available which seemed to flow well for the business! We are from WV, traveling to Athens for the first time and will DEF be back!! Great job BCBC read more

Delicious sautéed vegetables with a fried egg on top. Wow, I really wish I could get that meal in Atlanta. The raspberry bar was amazing, too! The servers were all very pleasant! read more

Best bread ever! Ordered the turkey sandwich, the bread was awesome and this is coming from a non-bread person.

Ordered a lamb burger (not custom, right off the menu) and fries. The burger was freaking awesome! Lots of greens stuff (lettuce and herbs) plus feta really brought out the flavor of the lamb. Matter of fact, all the parts of the burger seemed well thought out and there to add something extra to it. Fries were good too. Things to note: unless you are lucky, parking stinks The kids burger has cheese melted in to it Enjoyable experience in a laid back place. Recommended to everyone for lunch read more

Picked up trays for catering. Great service and everything was great!! Highly suggest.

0 stars for parking. 5 stars for staff. 5 stars for food. Easy enough all around. Walk in, wait in line, place your order, take a number and enjoy. We sat outside on the patio and it was lovely! read more

Great spot for breakfast in Athens! Been around for quite some time. The menu is great and food is very delicious!

Delicious brunch spot! Have a little bit of everything on the menu along with phenomenal bakery items. Their biscuits are a must have!! read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Continental breakfast (French toast, garlic potatoes, fruit cup) - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

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We ordered catering through Big City for a party of 90. We got large platters of hummus and bread, cheese, veggies and dip, and desserts. It was all pretty generic, nothing special. When we showed up to pick up the order, we were very confused. We stood in a long brunch line for about ten minutes and made very little progress. Finally, we stopped a server and asked for help getting our stuff together. They schlepped it all out to our car and gave us plenty of utensils and napkins. Like I said, it was all fine. It's probably the best option in town for a thing like this. read more

YUM. The breakfast here was amazing and was exactly what we were looking for. It is a quaint, casual restaurant with a huge outdoor area. You order at the counter and they bring you your food. Everything is super fresh. We sat on the outdoor patio as it was the perfect day outside. In terms of food, I got the birds nest which is a piece of sourdough bread, cheese, fresh herbs and a fried egg. It was the perfect combination! I wish I could eat this every day. I also got a side of bacon and a side of grits. The grits were to die for and literally melted in your mouth. They really don't do grits in ny the way they do in the south. My fiancé got a breakfast sandwich on a biscuit and he also thoroughly enjoyed it. As others have mentioned, the coffee is also a must. It's locally sourced and delicious. I had a nice big iced coffee and it really hit the spot. I definitely recommend and will go back when in Athens! read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Birds nest with bacon and grits outside on the patio! - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Oh, Athens. Y U so far from me? I was visiting from Minnesota with my other half who used to live in Athens and he insisted we go to Big City Bread for breakfast. I obliged. I am so glad I obliged. This place is everything I wanted it to be and didn't know it was. Quaint but not cramped, Friendly counter service, Delicious self-serve local coffee, Perfectly sized menu (not overwhelmingly big, not too small), Inviting outdoor patio, and the best of all: the smell of warm freshly baked bread. Can I move in? I can sleep under one of the patio tables. We sat down at one of the said patio tables, set our number down, and took in the scenery as we waited for our food. I noticed some lights strung over the patio and it immediately made me want to return to sit out here in the evening to dine in the soft light of the strung lights. YES PLEASE. I ordered the Bird's Nest which is a fried egg delicately cooked inside of a slice homemade sourdough toast with fresh herbs and gruyere cheese. At home we call this a Toad in the Hole; don't ask why, I don't know. Bird's Nest makes MUCH more sense. I digress. How can something so simple be so incredibly amazing. This was perfect. The flavors were somehow bold and delicate at the same time. The fresh sourdough toast perfectly complemented the flavors of the herbs and gruyere. It was served with a side of cantaloupe that also tasted really good with the flavors (fruit and cheese as most always good). In addition I added a side of bacon because, bacon. It was perfectly crisp (some people might not like it that crisp but that's exactly how I like it) and delicious. Again, can I move in? My other half indulged in the French Toast which was his staple selection when he lived here and boy was it amazing. It's a generous portion of homemade french bread dipped in cinnamon-vanilla custard and pan fried just before you slather it in the warm maple syrup. He was lucky I was so enveloped in my Bird's Nest or I would have stolen it when he wasn't looking. What's breakfast without coffee though? As mentioned, they have delicious self-serve locally roasted coffee available and you would be doing yourself a disservice if you skipped it. It was so good that not only did we have almost three servings but I was ready to get in the car and drive to Jittery Joe's Roastery to buy a bag of it to bring home. I regret not doing that. and I regret not buying some fresh baked bread to go. Looks like I am just going to hop a flight back to Athens soon. I'll be back; though not soon enough! This time i'll bring all my belongings because I'm moving in. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Wide shot; Bird's Nest and French Toast. - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

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Great food and love the outdoor dining. Happy when I can support excellent local businesses! Look forward to my next visit!

I am visiting the area for work and a co-worker strongly suggested I try this place. Parking is extremely tight, but what is not in a city. The atmosphere is very cute and welcoming. The exterior looks nice for a warmer day, it was 28 degrees this morning. The staff is friendly when I made contact with them, but they also do not seek out contact. I am ok with this but some people may not be. I ordered a sandwich (Ham and Cheese) and they offer it in a cold and warm variety. I chose warm and asked for a sweet tea. The price with tip was over $13. I thought it might come with chips or fries, it did not. I selected a seat and waited for my food. It was delivered not exactly timely but also it was not delayed. I know this sounds vague but it is that. The food could have been quicker, but it wasn't. The single sandwich was large. (I still could have used some chips)... it was good. The bread was the best part of it, but overall it was good. Bottom line summary, cute place, little pricy for what you get, but I would return. I may not visit on every trip to Athens but it sure is not on my do not return to list either. read more

I liked the cool laid back atmosphere. They still offer alcohol. You have the option if during at a table, booth, bar, or even on the patio. I recognize the name brands on the beverages and I'm glad they offer better quality items such as Stella Artois for a beer, different types of wines as well as Martinelli Apple Juice to name a few. read more

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While searching for possible coffee shop haunts in Athens we happened upon Big City. This place is really pleasant with a spacious patio and calm interior dining area. A plus on vegan confectionery too! I haven't had any hang ups on the staff as others seem to have had. Every time they've been very friendly albeit quiet. A demeanor that seems subtle and welcoming. Now I'm rather curious on the consistency of quality though. I'm not sure if that is related to how busy this place was, but my first time here the food looked really top notch and tasted top notch. I think the surprising factor was the garnishing. Anyways, upon return that garnishing isn't there, nor did I expect it, but it made me curious. Either way the food tasted fresh and of quality. :) I really enjoy their iced lattes and the hummus sandwich + fries. They have daily sides which obviously change daily. Haha. So far they've been really refreshing and light, though I can imagine people saying it'd be a tad bland or tasteless. The patio area is very airy and a great place to catch up on some reading or studying. For me~ I just tag along my sketchbook. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Ham and brie with peach preserves. - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

I love this place. I'm not in Athens as often as I'd prefer, but when I have some time to kill before a Georgia River Network meeting, BCBC is a fantastic place to stop, get something tasty and nutritious to eat, and grab a little wifi before board meeting time. The food here is outstanding. Hand crafted sandwiches, soups, pastries, burgers, desserts, and a host of other things. Fresh ingredients is the name of the game. Add to that some personalized service and now you know what keeps me coming back. This place is simple and elegant. Quiet and composed. If what you want is a latte and a cookie, you got it. If you'd rather have the quiche of the day with the soup of the day, you won't be disappointed. Seating inside is always pleasant. As I said, it's relatively quiet. And there are large windows which make for plenty of natural light and simple views. Outside, there's a large patio area with plenty of seating to enjoy when the weather is nice. BCBC serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The sign says there's a Sunday brunch, and I kinda want to try that out. Oh, and as the name suggests, they're an actual bakery. You can go home with fresh baked loaves of bread, baguettes, and flatbread. Food is made to order, so some things are quick, and other things take time. But it's worth the wait. Everything I've had has been presented well, and thoroughly satisfied my hunger. Today I had the andouille, crawfish, & cheddar quiche, and a bowl of the gumbo. (Don't judge me. I know what I like.) The quiche was delicious. Home made. And the gumbo totally knocked it out of the park. Dark and flavorful. I'll certainly stop off next time I'm passing through Athens on my way to a GRN meeting. Holler if you'll meet me there. read more

I know Big City Bread Cafe can't compare to Mama's Boy in Athens, but still - I give it a 4. So good and awesome. Parking - There is a parking lot next to Big City.... I think you can park there? Shares the lot with Wendy's? I'm assuming almost all patrons park there haha. There is also street parking. But I usually park in the lot since it's so close by. I've haven't really had much trouble with parking here. Since it's on the outskirts of Athens DT Seating - there is indoor and outdoor seating. So on a pretty sunny day, go sit outside!! Seating inside can be limited. So, if you're in a group, send 1 person to find a table. Service - When you walk into Big City, you'll order at the counter. The line can look long, but it moves fairly quickly. When you're done ordering, they'll give you a table #. What I've tried recently food-wise.... I'm pretty sure I've tried almost all things here the past few years. Continental Breakfast - choose 3 items for 7.50! (has several items on the list) I get Fresh Fruit, Raspberry Yogurt & Toasted Bread - All given in generous portions. I get so full. Highly recommend this if you want a bite of everything! ... I personally can't eat eggs (which sucks sighs), so I try to steer away from anything with eggs. Therefore, I often choose this whenever I come here. OMG their bakery items look delicious. They also taste amazing. NOMNOMNOM. I would go in detail what I've tried, but that'd be an entire essay. Try EVERYTHING. :D read more

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I was really looking forward to going to Big City Bread Cafe, but it turned to be a bit of a letdown. First thing to start off on is that the parking lot can only fit about 10 cars maximum. This was fine because customers would usually park at the old Wendy's parking lot and walk across the street to get to the cafe. Unfortunately, there a sign on the door that said starting on 11/4/15, violators who parked at Wendy's would be towed. So I suppose one would have to avoid this place during peak times or just count on luck to find a parking spot. The interior of the cafe is cozy and warm like most bakeries. However, that's about the one of the few positive things I can say about this place. The menu wasn't very impressive, almost boring. You have your regular breakfast items, but nothing really stood out to me. I went ahead and ordered the omelet with baby spinach mushrooms and Gruyere cheese. They do have the option for those who want their omelettes made with eggs whites or the whole egg. My friend who came along with me ordered a 'Make Your Own' breakfast sandwich. The service was way too slow, especially since it wasn't a peak time. Those who have already sat before we ordered hadn't even gotten their food until after half an hour. Unfortunately, it only went downhill from there. The presentation of the food was just bland. White plate to go with my white egg white omelette. I never knew what to expect from my omelette because some bites very extremely salty and then others was just tasteless. However, I felt lucky compared to what my friend had ordered. She had an egg, bacon, sausage, and cheese sandwich that was so thin, that it seemed as if she was only eating two slices of toast. Truly, a waste of $5.00 for a sandwich that you could whip up in your own kitchen in less than 10 minutes. I was really disappointed in this place. Maybe I will come back and give their breads a try, but I won't be stopping by anytime soon. read more

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Best breakfast in Athens hands down!!! ...the biscuits French toast omelettes everything was delish!!! Great patio area too. Super hip. We loved it! My daughter is going to UGA I will definitely be coming back! read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Patio area - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Visited this lovely place for brunch on a Sunday morning. Must get there early as it fills up very quickly. Sunday does not provide table service so you order at the counter and the food is delivered to your table by an assigned number. I ordered the egg omelet with gruyere cheese, spinach, tomato, and bacon - potatoes and a biscuit. It was DELISH! The egg was fluffy with pepper grains and the vegis were fresh and bacon was crispy. The staff was extremely courteous and the atmosphere is cozy. I highly recommend it for a yummy Sunday brunch, but again, be sure to come early- the line at the counter has been steady since we got here! read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Egg omelet with gruyere cheese, spinach, bacon, and tomatoes PLATE - potatoes and a biscuit. Very very yummy! - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

I love coming here for breakfast. I love bringing a book, sitting on the patio under the trees, relaxing and enjoying a good meal. Being gluten free I don't get to enjoy most of the bakery items, but they do always have one or two gf dessert. Chocolate truffle flourless stars are my favorite. You'll just have to experience them. My staple breakfast here is scrambled eggs, which they make very peppery (which I love!), their fried potatoes, seasoned well with a touch of coconut in the mixture, and soysausage. This spot is great with seasonings. You don't even need to add your own salt and pepper. The staff is friendly and helpful, and it is a pleasant atmosphere all around. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Scrambled eggs and potatoes. - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Tried this place because I was staying close by. The food was good, but not great. That's even with the fact that I waited in line for 30 minutes just to order (so I was hungry!). it's a pretty inefficient and slow system. Be forewarned that the menu changes over at specific times, even if you are waiting in line. I had the mixed vegetable, arugula and feta omelette with gluten free toast. It was nice to have a gf option, though obviously this place is not suitable for celiacs. The mixed veggies were large, chunky mushrooms, carrots and cauliflower. Odd. There was very little feta in the omelette. The gf bread is served too thick. It's nice that it's fresh baked, but like many gf breads, it's dry. Not even butter and jam kept it from being dry after I sliced it into a thinner slice. The raspberry jam was delicious, as was the rishi earl grey tea. Very friendly staff. read more

This place is great. I've been before before for lunch, but never for breakfast. I got the continental breakfast with fruit and French toast it was so great. I also got a latte which came out so fast and the server was so nice. It was easy to find a place to sit once exiting the line which was great. read more

It's really a 3.5. It's above average quality. Some portions are small for their price. It's a nice setting with lots of outdoor seating. Lots of baked goods. Grits and biscuit were good. Potatoes were a little old. French toast's texture was too crispy but the flavor was ok. Chocolate scones were good. read more

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Pretty cute little place with a nice spread of outdoor seating that is just perfect for warm, sunny days. A nice destination, especially for lunch, but be wary that the sandwiches don't automatically come with a side. Some of them, like the burger or the French Ham & Cheese, are a little heftier than others, but if you're looking to be filled up, definitely splurge for chips or a side of fries. The house-made breads are absolutely delicious and definitely make the meal; the fries, while a little pricey, are thickly cut, steakhouse-style, and are pretty tasty, too. Next to the register is a wide spread of local sodas and The interior of the restaurant has a very cozy atmosphere, and the exterior, as previously mentioned, has a lovely patio for lounging on nicer days. The staff is very friendly, and, though service could be a bit quicker and prices a little lower (my boyfriend and I's meal of two drinks, two sandwiches, and two sides of fries rang up to almost $40 with tip), this is a little nice spot to stop and enjoy a light lunch while visiting Athens. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - Hot French Ham & Cheese with French Fries - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia

The first thing we noticed about Big City Bread Café is that its not on a main drag or in the downtown district. In fact, although its within walking distance of downtown Athens, you really have to know where it is in order to find it. In this case however, such a thing does not detract from success. Our visit to Big City Bread Café came between seeing Angie Tillman over at Phickles Phun Foods and our way to watch the Gwinnett Braves play baseball. It was the first time for us to try a quick sandwich at Big City Bread Café and we walked up to the counter to order. Blackened Rainbow Trout Filet Sandwich served with pickled onions, baby lettuce, sliced tomatoes and garlic aioli on a toasted Kaiser bun, Big City Bread Cafe, Athens GA The café is spacious with plenty of booths and tables to choose from. They have a good selection on the menu and I quickly settled on the Rainbow Trout Sandwich. Melanie chose the Grilled Cheese on wheat with tomato. I got a bag of Sea Salt & Vinegar chips while Melanie went with the French Fries. Grilled Cheese sandwich on wheat with gruyere and provolone cheeses and sliced tomatoes. Served with french fries. Big City Bread Cafe, Athens GA The food hit the spot and tasted delicious. The Rainbow Trout was done perfectly. The tomatoes on both my sandwich and Melanie's Grilled Cheese, were hearty, fresh and tasted great. Melanie thought the fries were THE BEST ever! When in Athens, we suggest you venture off the beaten path and find your way to Big City Bread Cafe! Guten appetit! read more

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Service was great!!! Food came out so quick. Grits were mid. Very peppery. Line was pretty long but moved fairly quick

Very good veggie scramble breakfast with soysage (plant based sausage). Friendly staff, great service and open air outdoor seating! Definitely a return visit if/when back in Athens. read more

Warm and inviting for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Big City Bread has been on a re-invention path for several years and it really has paid off. The food is consistently tasty & innovative and can be enjoyed inside or out on the patio under canopy of crepe myrtles. From the baked goods counter our favorites are the chocolate peanut butter bars, the pecan bars, and the scones! Did I mention fresh bread daily... Big City Bread offers wifi, relaxing music, and you can buy the New York Times, Atlanta Journal, or Athens Banner Herald to read while enjoying your meal. For dinner the white table cloths up the classy factor and they have craft beers on draft and excellent wines. read more

Big City Bread Cafe - The breakfast Nest (there's an egg under there), side sausage, and coffee! - Bakeries Near Me - Athens, Georgia