Big Egg Family Restaurant
5107 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44102
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Address :
5107 Detroit Ave
Cleveland, OH, 44102 - Phone (216) 281-1600
- Website https://www.bigegg2009.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :6:00 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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April W.
This is my second time coming to this restaurant for breakfast. They also serve lunch. Menu has many options for breakfast such as combinations with eggs, sausage and bacon, breakfast sandwiches, a variety of omlets. Prices range per person $5-$12. Food was excellent. I ordered scrambled eggs with cheese and onion, sausage and bacon with side of French toast. They have excellent french toast and their maple syrup was perfect. At a lot of places I have been too the syrup is too watery but theirs is on point. Wait staff is very friendly. They refill drinks in a timely fashion and don't leave you waiting to ask for a drink refill. Very clean inside with air conditioning.
(4)Laura S.
This place has had a cult following for as long as I can remember. Almost 20 years ago my Mom and I would come here after a shift at the restaurant she managed- and half the time it'd be closed by the Health Department. But that was a LONG time ago. The Big Egg sat empty for a long time, but after a few years someone new stepped up and bought the place. It's always been clean and the food is always great. We come here whenever we're on the West Side too early. The food is 5 times better than it was during its first incarnation. If we lived on that side of town we'd be there more often. The staff is always friendly and attentive too. The only thing that was better about the old Big Egg is that it was open 24 hours. No longer.
(5)Liz C.
The Big Egg is my ideal diner in Cleveland. Not only is it a neighborhood staple, but the restaurant itself continues to thrive after many, many years. If you like inexpensive yet tasty diner food with a friendly staff, this is your spot. Service can be a tad bit slow especially on Saturday mornings. If you're interested in a fancy brunch with mimosas and Bloody Mary's, please stay clear of this diner; however, for those of you who are just waking up and want a cheap and filling breakfast or lunch I recommend coming here. I got the country fried steak with three scrambled eggs along with hash browns and toast which was everything I needed it to be--hearty and delicious for a long day ahead of me. As for the service, while it was extremely busy, our server was incredibly attentive and I don't think my coffee mug ever emptied due to the amount of refills I got in such a quick time. I'll be back very soon!
(3)Michael W.
First time review. This place is a deal! The 2x4 is like $4.99 and you can guess 2 of 4 things include egg, bacon, sausage, and pancake. I liked the hash browns my lady had, but I could taste the oil. The oil was not on the fresh side. Pancakes were decent and the eggs were completed as ordered. The things I liked most were the constant refills on coffee, quick service, and that you could tell they were trying. Plenty of cream on the table. You know how you go to those fancy places and they drop those cute little individual creamers? They last one cup, or maybe a french press split. None of that here! A full teapot of half and half coupled with non-stop pours. I wonder if it is like this at 3 AM? Safe parking in the rear is pretty sweet.
(3)Devon C.
The My Friends of the '90s. This is a pretty cool diner, offering lots of space and a good menu. The Big Egg has a long history and it's detailed on the back of the menu. The most recent reopening was disappointing to many (it apparently wasn't as good as it had been) but I understand that it's gotten much better since then. I really, really liked what I had. I wish it were open 24/7 but not quite.
(4)Daniel C.
This is my go to place for some late night comfort food. Or for quick meet ups. The restaurant is spacey and you don't feel like you're in anybody else's seat. The waitresses are super nice. Always get your drink as soon as you sit down. The menu has its ups and down. The burgers are awesome. Some of the food is freezer food so the value isn't necessarily there but the service is. 3.5 stars.
(3)A A.
Food is always good, always fast. Service is a little slow with taking orders, refills, bringing the check. Lee will still go back!!
(5)Marlon B.
Had a late Saturday night!? This is the place to wake up and rid yourself of that hangover with some great breakfast food. The sausage links are thick and meaty. Eggs were made very good. They lost a couple stars by bringing out cold gravy for my biscuits and gravy but after being reheated it taste great. I will definitely be going back.
(3)Jamal L.
Boy what a big difference from Years ago now it's really nice the prices are so t reasonable there and the food was awesome we we had a nice time the service was great and we will definitely be back very soon we traveled to get there coming from the casino and we were shocked that it was open and we will definitely go back
(5)Becky V.
Came here around noon on a Saturday for brunch and sat right down. We both got eggs, potatoes, bacon, toast and coffee and the total was $12. I've had better, cheaper breakfasts but this one wasn't bad. 2 pieces of salty, crispy bacon in the order. The servers were sweet and there were lots of families there. Probably a different crowd at midnight when they're also open! I'll come back again if I'm driving on the shoreway and hungry for breakfast. Check it out if you've never been.
(3)J H.
Service is ok, food nothing great. Have gone for breakfast a few times, can not stomach the coffee. Last visit will be the last. Good prices, but careful no substitutes - a $4 breakfast will end up costing $7. 2 Breakfast Omelets ran us almost $19 without coffee. There are much better values in town.
(1)John C.
The service here is pretty spotty. There seems to be a lot of turnover in the waitresses, and when the boss ain't around things seem to fall apart. They do make great hash browns, and have some good specials from time to time.
(2)David R.
It's tough to hand out stars for this restaurant because the experience depends completely on your expectations. If you're looking for a greasy spoon diner type of place that serves breakfast whenever you get your lazy butt in there, this place probably tops the list in Cleveland. Without an ounce of portention, the waitresses, all of whom probably live within a block of W65th and Denison, grab your order, slap the food in front of you, and take care of the rest of the experience with speed and economy. The food is....hmmm. Good. If you're looking for cheap, filling, reasonably tasty diner food. You're not gonna walk out thinking, "Man, that omelette was AMAZING." You will be full and your tummy will be happy. It wouldn't take The Big Egg much of an effort to make their food better...fresher ingredients, not out of a can, etc. But that would come at a cost and it's a cost most patrons of this establishment wouldn't welcome. I'd say that the taste is actually better than your Bob Evans/Denny's/IHOP food, simply because those places seem to have found a way to remove the actual flavors....the entrees LOOK good, but they don't seem to have any taste. The food at the Big Egg has flavor, even if that flavor is a greasy grill where the pancakes, bacon, and eggs are all sharing space. Sometimes that's exactly what you need. At Bob Evans you're just getting bulk. Having said that, we've only gone there for breakfast...except for one time. Being owned by Greeks we figured they probably had a killer gyro, so one day we hit the Big Egg for lunch. Bad idea. Worst.gyro.ever. Wilted lettuce, one piece of gyro meat, and the sauce was weird...something mixed together to approximate the taste of the real thing, seemed like. Cheap? Yes. But dreadful. The decor is early 80's Cleveland near west-side. The cleanliness is probably not something you'd want to examine closely. There's never a wait, and the service is super efficient, all the more so because everyone there seems to wait on every table...if someone walks by your table and sees your drink is down, they offer to fill it, whether they're your waitress or not. Which is nice. In summary, I'd say give the Big Egg a try. Keep your expectations reasonable. Don't go for the atmosphere. Go because you're in the neighborhood, you're hungry and want to get through breakfast so you can get on with your day, and still have money in your pocket.
(3)Katie S.
Myself and two friends ventured down Detroit instead of our normal Tremont or Clifton Diner weekend breakfast, and ended up at Big Egg. I can honestly say everything we ordered was delicious. My French toast, eggs and hash browns were all cooked perfectly. One friend got the "Big & Nasty" which is a biscuit topped with hash browns, egg, fried chicken, gravy and cheese. No complaints. Our bills were all around $10 for a filling breakfast, coffee and tax. Highly recommended!
(4)Jennifer W.
This is definitely not a place I would choose on a normal basis, just because I think a lot of other places nearby does the greasy spoon thing so much better: George's, Alvies, P.J.s, etc. BUT, my friend and I found ourselves approaching Gordon Square at lunchtime with no clear idea of where we were going, and I knew that I wanted pancakes, so... The Big Egg it was. I think The Big Egg did a great job at helping me overcome this crazy pancake craving I've had for months... I would definitely come back next time I feel like breakfast for lunch!
(3)Kaitlin D.
The experience I had at The Big Egg is a bit foggy, but I CAN say that I enjoyed it and upon remembering it, it all seems to have been good!! We came here all the way from The Beachland after a long night of beer and bluegrass. We wanted breakfast during the wee hours of the morning, and we wanted breakfast NOW. So, we hit the road and ended up here because there aren't really many 24 hour diners, or at least that we were thinking of at the moment. Our server was clearly stressed, frazzled, and tired of serving demanding drunk people at the moment. We were nice, though, and I think we were able to brighten up her shift a little bit. The atmosphere was weird, but that could be because it was 1 or 2am and we were 1 of 2 tables. I really can't imagine what it's like during standard dinner or lunch hours, and I honestly don't know if we'll ever go during "normal" hours. This is definitely somewhere I'll save for drunken breakfast. The food. I had french toast and there was nothing wrong with it. Pretty common greasy spoon french toast AKA delicious! Other things I remember on the table: biscuits and gravy, fried chicken and gravy, eggs, coffee, and some toast. And I also remember that there were no complaints and clean plates! Woo! I think The Big Egg is a solid place. The end.
(3)Meg J.
Perhaps one of the cheapest restaurants in Cleveland, The Big Egg has a reputation as a seedy late night spot. The lovely interior does not live up to this reputation: it's actually quite nice. It's located near 52nd street and Detroit on Cleveland's West Side. I got the Chicken Parm dinner (pictures on my blog: whatsincleveland.blogspo… ) and it came with soup and ice cream for dessert. It was delicious, unassuming, and totally un-gourmet. My friend got the salmon burger and cleaned her plate. The diet coke flowed. Refills came and came. Aretha Franklin played in the background. Dinner came with a little cup of ice cream for dessert, which was an unexpected delight. There were a couple of lovely families dining there on the Sunday night we went... none of the rumors of 600 lb waitresses or rowdy drunks proved to be true. The food, however, was glorious cheap diner food.
(3)Kevin R.
After going to the Big Egg several times, I thought that it was a cute restaurant with mediocre food, terrible service, and questionable decor. However, it was the combination of these things that gave way to a delightfully kitschy experience. On my last visit, I was sitting with my friends, and then there was a LIVE MOUSE scurrying around my table. Avoid avoid avoid.
(1)Alexis S.
For years, I only knew of two things in Cleveland: the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Big Egg. My knowledge of the latter came from a menu tacked to a friend's dorm wall. I would stare at that menu, wishing that I had access to food that cheap and filling. Now, ten years later, I am finally in Cleveland. So of course I had to go to the Big Egg and see if it lived up to my college imaginings. It did! My farmer's skillet was filling and delicious, with peppers, sausage, potatoes, and a fried egg on top. It also arrived about five minutes after I ordered. The waitress kept my coffee cup filled and told me some stories about the diner's history, and didn't rush me at all. And everything was cheap. In short, exactly the diner experience I'd imagined. If we could give half stars, I'd give it three and a half, but I'll round up to four for living up to my hopes.
(4)Laura S.
The Big Egg is a Cleveland institution. However, I only discovered it a couple of weeks ago, after participating in a charity walk downtown. It was so good, we went there the following week too. I didn't know what I was missing. Breakfast is my favorite meal and this is one of my new favorite places. A few of us in our party ordered the "Crazy Breakfast", which consists of 2 Eggs, 2 Bacon, 2 Sausage and 2 Pancakes. If that weren't enough, we ordered the Redskin Potatoes. I wasn't able to order my eggs poached, which I prefer, because they don't do poached during busy weekend hours, so I ordered over-easy instead. Everything was perfect. The bacon was crisp but not too done, the sausage was tasty with a slightly crisp skin that kind of popped when you cut it and the pancakes were light and fluffy. I didn't think the potatoes were actually redskins, but they were great too. Done just right - crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. There are starters, salads, sandwiches and other entrees on their menu, but I never considered anything else once I saw the "Crazy Breakfast." The cost of my breakfast was only $3.99 and the potatoes were $2.49 (enough for 2 people). The prices are more than reasonable and you almost wonder how they can stay in business. As far as the décor, it's very basic. Just a room with tables and booths and not much on the walls, but it didn't really seem to matter. As I mentioned, I've been there twice, once sitting at a table and once at a booth - both were comfortable. They were very cool with us putting tables together as more and more people joined our party. We ended up with 12 people with 6 separate checks. The waitress didn't seem fazed by this at all, which is not the norm at other places when you have a large group. The Big Egg is open 24 hrs., Friday & Saturday, so it's a popular after-bar hangout, yet they're just as popular with families and businessman on their way to work. It's been at the same location for about 40 years or more, but with renovations, you wouldn't know it. I recommend giving it a try.
(5)Photo G.
I wanted to like this place, really I did. And although the inside had the hometown diner feel - the food was not hometown diner quality. We love to check out the homegrown restaurants and give them our support. But my husband's breakfast was Cold. It is hard to love a plate of eggs and bacon and pancakes that are barely lukewarm. I got a sandwich and it was ok - nothing horrible or special, just ok. We tried The Big Egg - but won't go back.
(2)Peter B.
Walked in, got insulted, walked out. Too bad because I heard the food is pretty good.
(2)Danial B.
Diner food. Decent price. The layout could use a little work and there could be music playing or something. But hey its diner food and diners are a dying breed.
(3)Cara L.
The Big Egg is a greasy-spoon diner, through and through. And you know what? I like it that way. I don't know why I haven't taken advantage of this warm, homey comfort-zone for a big, afternoon breakfast more often. I mean, I live right up the street. Probably because there are so many other options that sort of over-shine Big Egg. But, if you're looking for a good, stick-to-your-bones meal without the pretentious snobbery of nicer brunch joints, then this is your place! For me, the "Egg" is perfect for a hungover afternoon brunch after a long weekend of cocktailing. You can literally roll out of bed with last night's makeup on, sweat pants and sunglasses and no one would care. Now that's my kind of diner! On a Saturday or Sunday morning, you'll probably see a mixture of elderly groups, families grabbing breakfast with the little ones, and a few walk-of-shamers. It's a sight to see, I promise! Some things that are awesome about Big Egg: 1) They serve breakfast all day, every day. *Happy dance* I love me some b-fast, but I have to admit...sometimes it takes me a while to get my butt out of the house before most menus switch to strictly lunch items. Nothing is worse than getting to your favorite brunch spot and hearing that news. You'll never hear the words "no breakfast" at the Egg, and that's enough to make this gal's day! 2) Open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday! If you like to soak up your night out with a big, breakfast or greasy-spoon meal, you're in luck! Plop your tipsy heiny down in a booth at the Egg and order yourself some grub. Although, you don't have to be drunk or hungover to enjoy this diner! 3) It has sort of become a "Cleveland Institution" over its years of operation. Most Clevelanders have had a late-night or afternoon meal at this classic joint. Yea, Big Egg has had it's troubles in the past, but it's better than ever and definitely up to standard. Just come in knowing that this is a DINER, not a high-end brunch café. By the way, the veggie omelet with cheese is money and the rye toast is super crunchy. No soggy toast around here! Definitely ask for some hot sauce to top it all off. Mmmmm... :-D
(3)Molly D.
Oh, The Big Egg. Maybe it's because I've only been there when I'm in a hazy state, but every time I walk in it feels like I'm stepping into a David Lynch scene (the lighting is so weird!). The food is fine, but I can't help but think that I could have made something better at home whenever I get my food, and immediately regret dropping $8+ on an omelette (I just looked up one of my Big Egg bills and can't figure out how I spent $11.70 there one late night, but such is life) when I've had so many omelettes for $8 or under elsewhere that are pretty close to amazing and far less greasy. I mean, they're arguably better than Perkins or Bob Evans omelettes, which look something like plastic, but now I'm just lowering the bar for the sake of being complementary. It's not a bad place, it's just not a great place either. I'm sure I'll end up there at 2 a.m. again someday.
(2)Joy S.
Glad its open. Good food, inexpensive, very casual. Fast service. Here is their web: bigegg2009.com/www.bigeg…
(4)Morgan L.
Great breakfast with great service. My mom had a new menu item and they asked her if it needed anything else, but it was fantasric. A little upset they didn't have cream cheese but other than that I've been really happy with my meals every time I've been here.
(5)Marlon B.
Had a late Saturday night!? This is the place to wake up and rid yourself of that hangover with some great breakfast food. The sausage links are thick and meaty. Eggs were made very good. They lost a couple stars by bringing out cold gravy for my biscuits and gravy but after being reheated it taste great. I will definitely be going back.
(3)Jamal L.
Boy what a big difference from Years ago now it's really nice the prices are so t reasonable there and the food was awesome we we had a nice time the service was great and we will definitely be back very soon we traveled to get there coming from the casino and we were shocked that it was open and we will definitely go back
(5)Laura S.
This place has had a cult following for as long as I can remember. Almost 20 years ago my Mom and I would come here after a shift at the restaurant she managed- and half the time it'd be closed by the Health Department. But that was a LONG time ago. The Big Egg sat empty for a long time, but after a few years someone new stepped up and bought the place. It's always been clean and the food is always great. We come here whenever we're on the West Side too early. The food is 5 times better than it was during its first incarnation. If we lived on that side of town we'd be there more often. The staff is always friendly and attentive too. The only thing that was better about the old Big Egg is that it was open 24 hours. No longer.
(5)Liz C.
The Big Egg is my ideal diner in Cleveland. Not only is it a neighborhood staple, but the restaurant itself continues to thrive after many, many years. If you like inexpensive yet tasty diner food with a friendly staff, this is your spot. Service can be a tad bit slow especially on Saturday mornings. If you're interested in a fancy brunch with mimosas and Bloody Mary's, please stay clear of this diner; however, for those of you who are just waking up and want a cheap and filling breakfast or lunch I recommend coming here. I got the country fried steak with three scrambled eggs along with hash browns and toast which was everything I needed it to be--hearty and delicious for a long day ahead of me. As for the service, while it was extremely busy, our server was incredibly attentive and I don't think my coffee mug ever emptied due to the amount of refills I got in such a quick time. I'll be back very soon!
(3)April W.
This is my second time coming to this restaurant for breakfast. They also serve lunch. Menu has many options for breakfast such as combinations with eggs, sausage and bacon, breakfast sandwiches, a variety of omlets. Prices range per person $5-$12. Food was excellent. I ordered scrambled eggs with cheese and onion, sausage and bacon with side of French toast. They have excellent french toast and their maple syrup was perfect. At a lot of places I have been too the syrup is too watery but theirs is on point. Wait staff is very friendly. They refill drinks in a timely fashion and don't leave you waiting to ask for a drink refill. Very clean inside with air conditioning.
(4)Michael W.
First time review. This place is a deal! The 2x4 is like $4.99 and you can guess 2 of 4 things include egg, bacon, sausage, and pancake. I liked the hash browns my lady had, but I could taste the oil. The oil was not on the fresh side. Pancakes were decent and the eggs were completed as ordered. The things I liked most were the constant refills on coffee, quick service, and that you could tell they were trying. Plenty of cream on the table. You know how you go to those fancy places and they drop those cute little individual creamers? They last one cup, or maybe a french press split. None of that here! A full teapot of half and half coupled with non-stop pours. I wonder if it is like this at 3 AM? Safe parking in the rear is pretty sweet.
(3)Devon C.
The My Friends of the '90s. This is a pretty cool diner, offering lots of space and a good menu. The Big Egg has a long history and it's detailed on the back of the menu. The most recent reopening was disappointing to many (it apparently wasn't as good as it had been) but I understand that it's gotten much better since then. I really, really liked what I had. I wish it were open 24/7 but not quite.
(4)Daniel C.
This is my go to place for some late night comfort food. Or for quick meet ups. The restaurant is spacey and you don't feel like you're in anybody else's seat. The waitresses are super nice. Always get your drink as soon as you sit down. The menu has its ups and down. The burgers are awesome. Some of the food is freezer food so the value isn't necessarily there but the service is. 3.5 stars.
(3)A A.
Food is always good, always fast. Service is a little slow with taking orders, refills, bringing the check. Lee will still go back!!
(5)Becky V.
Came here around noon on a Saturday for brunch and sat right down. We both got eggs, potatoes, bacon, toast and coffee and the total was $12. I've had better, cheaper breakfasts but this one wasn't bad. 2 pieces of salty, crispy bacon in the order. The servers were sweet and there were lots of families there. Probably a different crowd at midnight when they're also open! I'll come back again if I'm driving on the shoreway and hungry for breakfast. Check it out if you've never been.
(3)Morgan L.
Great breakfast with great service. My mom had a new menu item and they asked her if it needed anything else, but it was fantasric. A little upset they didn't have cream cheese but other than that I've been really happy with my meals every time I've been here.
(5)J H.
Service is ok, food nothing great. Have gone for breakfast a few times, can not stomach the coffee. Last visit will be the last. Good prices, but careful no substitutes - a $4 breakfast will end up costing $7. 2 Breakfast Omelets ran us almost $19 without coffee. There are much better values in town.
(1)John C.
The service here is pretty spotty. There seems to be a lot of turnover in the waitresses, and when the boss ain't around things seem to fall apart. They do make great hash browns, and have some good specials from time to time.
(2)Katie S.
Myself and two friends ventured down Detroit instead of our normal Tremont or Clifton Diner weekend breakfast, and ended up at Big Egg. I can honestly say everything we ordered was delicious. My French toast, eggs and hash browns were all cooked perfectly. One friend got the "Big & Nasty" which is a biscuit topped with hash browns, egg, fried chicken, gravy and cheese. No complaints. Our bills were all around $10 for a filling breakfast, coffee and tax. Highly recommended!
(4)David R.
It's tough to hand out stars for this restaurant because the experience depends completely on your expectations. If you're looking for a greasy spoon diner type of place that serves breakfast whenever you get your lazy butt in there, this place probably tops the list in Cleveland. Without an ounce of portention, the waitresses, all of whom probably live within a block of W65th and Denison, grab your order, slap the food in front of you, and take care of the rest of the experience with speed and economy. The food is....hmmm. Good. If you're looking for cheap, filling, reasonably tasty diner food. You're not gonna walk out thinking, "Man, that omelette was AMAZING." You will be full and your tummy will be happy. It wouldn't take The Big Egg much of an effort to make their food better...fresher ingredients, not out of a can, etc. But that would come at a cost and it's a cost most patrons of this establishment wouldn't welcome. I'd say that the taste is actually better than your Bob Evans/Denny's/IHOP food, simply because those places seem to have found a way to remove the actual flavors....the entrees LOOK good, but they don't seem to have any taste. The food at the Big Egg has flavor, even if that flavor is a greasy grill where the pancakes, bacon, and eggs are all sharing space. Sometimes that's exactly what you need. At Bob Evans you're just getting bulk. Having said that, we've only gone there for breakfast...except for one time. Being owned by Greeks we figured they probably had a killer gyro, so one day we hit the Big Egg for lunch. Bad idea. Worst.gyro.ever. Wilted lettuce, one piece of gyro meat, and the sauce was weird...something mixed together to approximate the taste of the real thing, seemed like. Cheap? Yes. But dreadful. The decor is early 80's Cleveland near west-side. The cleanliness is probably not something you'd want to examine closely. There's never a wait, and the service is super efficient, all the more so because everyone there seems to wait on every table...if someone walks by your table and sees your drink is down, they offer to fill it, whether they're your waitress or not. Which is nice. In summary, I'd say give the Big Egg a try. Keep your expectations reasonable. Don't go for the atmosphere. Go because you're in the neighborhood, you're hungry and want to get through breakfast so you can get on with your day, and still have money in your pocket.
(3)Jennifer W.
This is definitely not a place I would choose on a normal basis, just because I think a lot of other places nearby does the greasy spoon thing so much better: George's, Alvies, P.J.s, etc. BUT, my friend and I found ourselves approaching Gordon Square at lunchtime with no clear idea of where we were going, and I knew that I wanted pancakes, so... The Big Egg it was. I think The Big Egg did a great job at helping me overcome this crazy pancake craving I've had for months... I would definitely come back next time I feel like breakfast for lunch!
(3)Laura S.
The Big Egg is a Cleveland institution. However, I only discovered it a couple of weeks ago, after participating in a charity walk downtown. It was so good, we went there the following week too. I didn't know what I was missing. Breakfast is my favorite meal and this is one of my new favorite places. A few of us in our party ordered the "Crazy Breakfast", which consists of 2 Eggs, 2 Bacon, 2 Sausage and 2 Pancakes. If that weren't enough, we ordered the Redskin Potatoes. I wasn't able to order my eggs poached, which I prefer, because they don't do poached during busy weekend hours, so I ordered over-easy instead. Everything was perfect. The bacon was crisp but not too done, the sausage was tasty with a slightly crisp skin that kind of popped when you cut it and the pancakes were light and fluffy. I didn't think the potatoes were actually redskins, but they were great too. Done just right - crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. There are starters, salads, sandwiches and other entrees on their menu, but I never considered anything else once I saw the "Crazy Breakfast." The cost of my breakfast was only $3.99 and the potatoes were $2.49 (enough for 2 people). The prices are more than reasonable and you almost wonder how they can stay in business. As far as the décor, it's very basic. Just a room with tables and booths and not much on the walls, but it didn't really seem to matter. As I mentioned, I've been there twice, once sitting at a table and once at a booth - both were comfortable. They were very cool with us putting tables together as more and more people joined our party. We ended up with 12 people with 6 separate checks. The waitress didn't seem fazed by this at all, which is not the norm at other places when you have a large group. The Big Egg is open 24 hrs., Friday & Saturday, so it's a popular after-bar hangout, yet they're just as popular with families and businessman on their way to work. It's been at the same location for about 40 years or more, but with renovations, you wouldn't know it. I recommend giving it a try.
(5)Photo G.
I wanted to like this place, really I did. And although the inside had the hometown diner feel - the food was not hometown diner quality. We love to check out the homegrown restaurants and give them our support. But my husband's breakfast was Cold. It is hard to love a plate of eggs and bacon and pancakes that are barely lukewarm. I got a sandwich and it was ok - nothing horrible or special, just ok. We tried The Big Egg - but won't go back.
(2)Peter B.
Walked in, got insulted, walked out. Too bad because I heard the food is pretty good.
(2)Danial B.
Diner food. Decent price. The layout could use a little work and there could be music playing or something. But hey its diner food and diners are a dying breed.
(3)Cara L.
The Big Egg is a greasy-spoon diner, through and through. And you know what? I like it that way. I don't know why I haven't taken advantage of this warm, homey comfort-zone for a big, afternoon breakfast more often. I mean, I live right up the street. Probably because there are so many other options that sort of over-shine Big Egg. But, if you're looking for a good, stick-to-your-bones meal without the pretentious snobbery of nicer brunch joints, then this is your place! For me, the "Egg" is perfect for a hungover afternoon brunch after a long weekend of cocktailing. You can literally roll out of bed with last night's makeup on, sweat pants and sunglasses and no one would care. Now that's my kind of diner! On a Saturday or Sunday morning, you'll probably see a mixture of elderly groups, families grabbing breakfast with the little ones, and a few walk-of-shamers. It's a sight to see, I promise! Some things that are awesome about Big Egg: 1) They serve breakfast all day, every day. *Happy dance* I love me some b-fast, but I have to admit...sometimes it takes me a while to get my butt out of the house before most menus switch to strictly lunch items. Nothing is worse than getting to your favorite brunch spot and hearing that news. You'll never hear the words "no breakfast" at the Egg, and that's enough to make this gal's day! 2) Open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday! If you like to soak up your night out with a big, breakfast or greasy-spoon meal, you're in luck! Plop your tipsy heiny down in a booth at the Egg and order yourself some grub. Although, you don't have to be drunk or hungover to enjoy this diner! 3) It has sort of become a "Cleveland Institution" over its years of operation. Most Clevelanders have had a late-night or afternoon meal at this classic joint. Yea, Big Egg has had it's troubles in the past, but it's better than ever and definitely up to standard. Just come in knowing that this is a DINER, not a high-end brunch café. By the way, the veggie omelet with cheese is money and the rye toast is super crunchy. No soggy toast around here! Definitely ask for some hot sauce to top it all off. Mmmmm... :-D
(3)Kaitlin D.
The experience I had at The Big Egg is a bit foggy, but I CAN say that I enjoyed it and upon remembering it, it all seems to have been good!! We came here all the way from The Beachland after a long night of beer and bluegrass. We wanted breakfast during the wee hours of the morning, and we wanted breakfast NOW. So, we hit the road and ended up here because there aren't really many 24 hour diners, or at least that we were thinking of at the moment. Our server was clearly stressed, frazzled, and tired of serving demanding drunk people at the moment. We were nice, though, and I think we were able to brighten up her shift a little bit. The atmosphere was weird, but that could be because it was 1 or 2am and we were 1 of 2 tables. I really can't imagine what it's like during standard dinner or lunch hours, and I honestly don't know if we'll ever go during "normal" hours. This is definitely somewhere I'll save for drunken breakfast. The food. I had french toast and there was nothing wrong with it. Pretty common greasy spoon french toast AKA delicious! Other things I remember on the table: biscuits and gravy, fried chicken and gravy, eggs, coffee, and some toast. And I also remember that there were no complaints and clean plates! Woo! I think The Big Egg is a solid place. The end.
(3)Meg J.
Perhaps one of the cheapest restaurants in Cleveland, The Big Egg has a reputation as a seedy late night spot. The lovely interior does not live up to this reputation: it's actually quite nice. It's located near 52nd street and Detroit on Cleveland's West Side. I got the Chicken Parm dinner (pictures on my blog: whatsincleveland.blogspo… ) and it came with soup and ice cream for dessert. It was delicious, unassuming, and totally un-gourmet. My friend got the salmon burger and cleaned her plate. The diet coke flowed. Refills came and came. Aretha Franklin played in the background. Dinner came with a little cup of ice cream for dessert, which was an unexpected delight. There were a couple of lovely families dining there on the Sunday night we went... none of the rumors of 600 lb waitresses or rowdy drunks proved to be true. The food, however, was glorious cheap diner food.
(3)Kevin R.
After going to the Big Egg several times, I thought that it was a cute restaurant with mediocre food, terrible service, and questionable decor. However, it was the combination of these things that gave way to a delightfully kitschy experience. On my last visit, I was sitting with my friends, and then there was a LIVE MOUSE scurrying around my table. Avoid avoid avoid.
(1)Alexis S.
For years, I only knew of two things in Cleveland: the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Big Egg. My knowledge of the latter came from a menu tacked to a friend's dorm wall. I would stare at that menu, wishing that I had access to food that cheap and filling. Now, ten years later, I am finally in Cleveland. So of course I had to go to the Big Egg and see if it lived up to my college imaginings. It did! My farmer's skillet was filling and delicious, with peppers, sausage, potatoes, and a fried egg on top. It also arrived about five minutes after I ordered. The waitress kept my coffee cup filled and told me some stories about the diner's history, and didn't rush me at all. And everything was cheap. In short, exactly the diner experience I'd imagined. If we could give half stars, I'd give it three and a half, but I'll round up to four for living up to my hopes.
(4)Molly D.
Oh, The Big Egg. Maybe it's because I've only been there when I'm in a hazy state, but every time I walk in it feels like I'm stepping into a David Lynch scene (the lighting is so weird!). The food is fine, but I can't help but think that I could have made something better at home whenever I get my food, and immediately regret dropping $8+ on an omelette (I just looked up one of my Big Egg bills and can't figure out how I spent $11.70 there one late night, but such is life) when I've had so many omelettes for $8 or under elsewhere that are pretty close to amazing and far less greasy. I mean, they're arguably better than Perkins or Bob Evans omelettes, which look something like plastic, but now I'm just lowering the bar for the sake of being complementary. It's not a bad place, it's just not a great place either. I'm sure I'll end up there at 2 a.m. again someday.
(2)Joy S.
Glad its open. Good food, inexpensive, very casual. Fast service. Here is their web: bigegg2009.com/www.bigeg…
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