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    The Big Biscuit

    3.8 (240 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    THE BIG BISCUIT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chris H.

    There was a pretty good wait which is always a good sign for great food. I was alone so I sat at the bar and had zero wait. Shannon was my server and she was great. The good came out really fast and was really good I ordered the single biscuit and the potatoes with a side of sausage. Really good little breakfast spot!

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    Kevin K.

    They do a LOT of things right, I've never had a bad experience here. BUT this time my Scram Bowl eggs were a little wet/runny for my personal taste. They must be short-staffed though because there was a long wait with lots of empty tables. Staff is very friendly though.

    Jolene M.

    Always great breakfast. Love the Scram Bowls - my go to that is full of flavor and a little spice to kick off the morning. They also had pumpkin pancakes for the season and they were the perfect flavor. Oh and the biscuits...feels like enjoying a home cooked meal at grandmas. Comfort is the word that comes to mind.

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    Angela C.

    The food is ever so yummy! This is my new favorite place for breakfast! There's only one waiter I've not been pleased with, but I think he learned his lesson the day when I was not pleased. Oh, and the seating is very comfortable as well, the booth tables can move which is really nice for those with a bigger tummy such as myself! Many places have stationary tables which makes booth seating uncomfortable.

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    3 years ago

    Good food, solid portions, always busy so plan ahead. The ever expanding number of locations is a good indicator of success

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    2 years ago

    I really enjoyed breakfast at this restaurant. Friendly and fast service. They even warm the syrup for waffles without being asked yo do it.

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    2 years ago

    Food was amazing service was fast will be back it was delicious so mouth watering will be back

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    Foods great service is amazing. Great table turn over. If you haven't tried I definitely would.

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    2 years ago

    Love it. Good food and service. Best website for a restaurant ever. I think this is the best breakfast restaurant in all of Shawnee.

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    4 years ago

    I am was in and out in 30 minutes staff was great food was fresh it was a very positive experience!!

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    3 years ago

    The food was excellent, the server was as flaky as the biscuits. But we got our order super quick after ordering.

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    4 years ago

    Prompt service. Great breakfast. My kind of hash browns. Looks like a favorite of locals.

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    3 years ago

    Food and service is the best you can get in the area. If you're in Kansas City, the Big Biscuit is a must have.

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    Good portion size and always good service at the most. Word words words words words words blah blah

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    7 years ago

    I love the Big Biscuit on Shawnee Mission Parkway! We go there once or twice a weekend.

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