What to order at Big Bad Breakfast

Signature dishes
Country ham and eggs, Boudin scramble, Cornmeal pancakes
CuisineSouthern breakfast
Price$$
Neighborhoodold-west-durham
HoursDaily 07:00-14:30
Last verified

Signature dishes: Country ham and eggs, Boudin scramble, Cornmeal pancakes

Location

Address: 2608 Erwin Rd, Suite 120, Durham, NC 27705

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