If you live in the south, chances are, you love biscuits. And not just any biscuit will do! You must have the perfect combination of ingredients to get that tender, flaky, fluffy goodness that many of us look forward to on our breakfast plates. Thankfully, you can find some of the tastiest biscuits right here in The Magic City. This guide is going to put you on the path to some of the best biscuits in Birmingham.
The Fennec
Describing itself as a one-of-a-kind oasis in Birmingham, this cocktail lounge may not be the place you think of when you have a taste for biscuits. But, you will be cheating yourself if you do not put Sunday Brunch at The Fennec on your to-do list really soon! Their brunch menu includes the Biscuit Plate, which has three cornmeal biscuits, whipped butter, and an assortment of jams. Yum!
Another Broken Egg
Whether you want biscuits and gravy or biscuit beignets, you’re in luck if you go to Another Broken Egg in Mountain Brook. They have delicious biscuits and many other great breakfast and brunch selections.
- My go-to: Biscuit & Gravy
Jack’s
This popular southern fast food chain may be known as Jack’s Hamburgers, but they serve the best biscuits, too! You won’t come across too many people in the Birmingham area who don’t love a Jack’s biscuit! And with several locations in the Greater Birmingham area, you’re never too far away from a Jack’s location.
- My favorite menu item: Sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit.
Edgar’s Bakery
With multiple locations in the Birmingham area, Edgars Bakery is known mostly for its sweet treats. However, Edgar’s also serves delicious breakfast and lunch items, including their yummy cheddar biscuits. Whether you prefer your biscuit stuffed or served on the side, you are in luck; Edgar’s has something on the menu for you!
- My pick: Pimento Cheese Biscuit
Demetri’s BBQ
You’re probably thinking, “Isn’t Demetri’s a barbecue restaurant?” The answer is yes, but hear me out. Demetri’s serves amazing biscuits. You’ll love them plain or filled with your favorite breakfast meats. Find out for yourself why these biscuits are featured on several “best of” lists. You will not be disappointed.
- Must try: Loaded Love Biscuit with smoked chicken
Flying Biscuit Cafe
Located in The Shops of the Colonnade, Flying Biscuit Cafe is a southern-style restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. They are known for their shrimp and grits, but their delicious biscuits also keep people visiting the restaurant often.
- Pro tip: Get your biscuits with a side of cranberry apple butter.
Maple Street Biscuit Company
If comfort food is your thing, you will definitely want to stop by Maple Street Biscuit Company. They call themselves, “comfort food with a modern twist.” Popular on the menu is The Farmer–a flaky biscuit stuffed with chicken, bacon, cheese, and apple butter. Of course, there are lots of other delicious options on the menu, too.
- My fave: The Squawking Goat
Big Bad Breakfast
As the name suggests, this popular breakfast restaurant serves all the breakfast faves. Not only do they serve fluffy, delicious biscuits, but they also serve fresh preserves, too. With locations in Greystone and Homewood, you will not have to travel far to grab some tasty biscuits. So, load up the family and head to Big Bad Breakfast as soon as possible!
- My order: Mother of All Biscuits (with hot sauce)
Ruby Sunshine
Ruby Sunshine boasts being about “That Brunch Life” which is evident by their extensive menu. They serve freshly-baked biscuits every day, and you will be happy whether you prefer your biscuit sweet or savory.
- My favorite menu item: Chicken St. Charles
You do not have to look far to find a good biscuit in Birmingham. There are restaurants located throughout the city that serve amazing biscuits! Keep this list handy so you can try them all until you find your favorite biscuits. And, keep us posted if you find another great biscuit in the area!
