Tuscaloosa Excitement Builds as Big Bad Breakfast: Set to Make a Delectable Arrival

Tuscaloosa Excitement Builds as Big Bad Breakfast: Originating from Oxford, Mississippi, the renowned breakfast haven is set to make its way to downtown Tuscaloosa. Dive into the details of Big Bad Breakfast’s latest Alabama location.

What is Big Bad Breakfast?

Expanding to 19 locations throughout the Southeast (with upcoming spots in Huntsville and Durham, North Carolina), Big Bad Breakfast—often referred to as BBB—has experienced significant growth since its establishment in 2008.

Conceived by Chef John Currence, recipient of the 2009 James Beard Award for Best Chef in the South, the concept aims to provide a space for individuals to savor authentic Southern-inspired breakfasts. Currence, with New Orleans roots, draws on his cherished food-related memories, particularly those involving remarkable breakfast experiences.

“More than anything, I wanted to recapture the flavors of my childhood memory. Things don’t taste the same now with the degree of processing and preservatives/stabilizers added to food.

I wanted people to taste the flavors of my grandfather’s patty sausage and my great grandmother’s biscuits. So that’s exactly what we did.”

Chef John Currence, Founder, Big Bad Breakfast 

Tuscaloosa Excitement Builds as Big Bad Breakfast

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By the way, Chef Currence is not just a culinary master but also an author. Dive into his works like Pickles, Pigs and Whiskey: Food From My Three Favorite Food Groups And Then Some and Big Bad Breakfast: The Most Important Book Of The Day—both nominated for James Beard Awards.

Peruse the menu for timeless delights like biscuits and gravy, breakfast plates brimming with your favorites, their signature Big Bad Specialties, and more. And fear not, there’s always an abundance of fresh coffee (and mimosas, of course). If the noon hunger strikes, they keep the doors open with a robust menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, and salads.

Tuscaloosa’s new Big Bad Breakfast

With the building in Huntsville for the upcoming Big Bad Breakfast opening, Tuscaloosa is gearing up to welcome BBB’s sixth location in Alabama. As reported by the Tuscaloosa Thread, the new spot will find its home near Mellow Mushroom in the downtown area.

  • Location: 520 19th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Opening date: TBA

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Our Reader’s Queries

Where was the first big bad breakfast?

In 2008, renowned chef John Currence, honored with a James Beard award, launched the initial Big Bad Breakfast in Oxford, Mississippi. This spot on Main Street marks the 19th for the restaurant and the second in Arkansas.

Who owns the venue in Tuscaloosa Alabama?

Bryan and Lee Finison aim to create a secure and enjoyable gathering place for your loved ones.

How many locations does Big Bad Breakfast have?

Chef John Currence, a James Beard Award winner, established Big Bad Breakfast in Oxford, Mississippi. The restaurant has expanded to 18 southern locations, with the 19th set to open soon. Hailing from New Orleans, where food held significant importance, Currence developed a passion for cooking at a young age.

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