Tucked away in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Big Ed’s City Market Restaurant has been serving up some of the most beloved Southern breakfasts in North Carolina for decades. Known for its cozy, old-school diner feel and walls covered in quirky antiques and NC memorabilia, this spot is a true local treasure.
People come from all over the state just to taste the food here, and one dish keeps stealing the spotlight every single time — the omelet. Once you find out what makes it so special, you’ll understand why locals and visitors alike keep coming back for more.
The Legendary Bacon and Cheddar Omelet
Some omelets are forgettable. The bacon and cheddar omelet at Big Ed’s City Market Restaurant is absolutely not one of them.
Reviewers have called it “stellar,” and it’s easy to see why — thick-cut, quality bacon is folded into perfectly cooked eggs with melted cheddar that pulls just right with every bite…