Big Kitchen - Full Menu

My elders discovered the big kitchen when they were around 25 during the 90s. They had been eating there for years and brought their three children there. I rem... read more My elders discovered the big kitchen when they were around 25 during the 90s. They had been eating there for years and brought their three children there. I remember eating there when I was only 9 years old, judy was so friendly and friendly and even as a child I really felt safe in the big kitchen. now I go to college and always ask my parents and friends if they want to have breakfast with me. I love this place, best breakfast all over the country!

So no one has the guts to say it?Ambience is important while eating whether it's outdoor or indoor. Indoor seating is historical, nostalgic, and leads to great... read more So no one has the guts to say it?Ambience is important while eating whether it's outdoor or indoor. Indoor seating is historical, nostalgic, and leads to great conversation. Outside with natural trees and in South Park, speaks for itself. The problem is rickety poker folding tables, covered with stale smelling vinyl covers from somebody's closet and a mish-mosh of chairs that I'm sure were donated or picked up from Free off the curb Condiment jars are obviously not cleaned nor sanitized between diners and this alone makes one wonder about what is happening in the kitchen. It's quite easy to make the outside more inviting to the eyes and stomach. Big Kitchen-level up!And because I've been eating here for decades, I know the quality, flavor and portion of food the Big Kitchen can deliver. I arrived on a Saturday at 12 and had immediate seatng.Note that if you come in the morning it is likely up to 15 minutes to be seated but it could be up to 30 minutes before you get your plate. Or your food may come to the table lukewarm.I ordered my staple, pancake and egg whites. Best egg whites comparable to many restaurants. The reason the pancake is a highlight is because it is large but light and fluffy. The only pancake I've eaten that is NOT heavy on the stomach. Yet, the most tasteless syrup. So I bring my own. And I enjoy every bite.Service is what is expected. I do appreciate that the servers each have an interesting story or hobby if you just ask.Cash is still preferred. And credit cards are now accepted if the machine works. Or if internet is working. Yeah bring cash people. The variety of meal creations is creative and appreciated. Although I stick to my staple dish.If you're a local, Big Kitchen is in the heart space and you enjoy coming here.If you're a visitor, the ambience will be off-putting and you can get good food and ambience elsewhere. After all we are America's Finest City.