Tucked away in Raleigh’s historic City Market, Big Ed’s has been filling bellies and warming hearts since 1958. This beloved breakfast institution draws crowds daily for its authentic Southern cooking that tastes like grandma made it.
Step inside and you’ll find the air thick with the aromas of sizzling country ham, fluffy biscuits fresh from the oven, and hot cakes so famously oversized they nearly cover the plate.
Whether you’re a lifelong local or just passing through, one bite is all it takes to understand why Big Ed’s is a North Carolina tradition folks refuse to give up.
A Raleigh Tradition Since The 1950s
Family-owned Big Ed’s was founded by “Big” Ed Watkins, who grew up farming in Wake County, and its recipes have always reflected those homestyle roots. Founded by “Big” Ed Watkins, who grew up farming tobacco and raising livestock, the restaurant maintains its agricultural roots with tools and antiques decorating the walls…