Big Ed's City Market Restaurant

Raleigh

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Name: Big Ed's City Market Restaurant
Address: 220 Wolfe St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, US
Price range: casual-dining
Rating: 4.6

Discover Big Ed's City Market Restaurant for generous Southern breakfast and lunch plates in Downtown Raleigh, NC with a cozy historic atmosphere.

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Big Ed's City Market Restaurant delivers classic Southern breakfasts and lunches with generous portions in a trendy, historic setting. Guests can expect fast, friendly service and a menu featuring authentic comfort foods alongside great coffee and desserts.

What to Expect:

🥞 Hearty Southern breakfast plates

☕ Great coffee and desserts

🎨 Funky antiques and casual atmosphere

🚪 Wheelchair accessible facilities

Important Information:

– Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 7 AM to 2 PM; closed Mondays

– No reservations accepted; often a wait during peak times

– Payment: Credit, debit, and mobile NFC accepted; debit card fee applies

– Location: Downtown Raleigh, NC

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🥞 Pancake Challenge: Try the hotcake challenge where you eat 3 hotcakes in 45 minutes for a T-shirt reward.

🍳 Early Morning Rush: Arrive early during weekends to beat the long wait times and get prime seating.

☕ Coffee Culture: Many reviewers praise the great coffee as a perfect complement to the hearty Southern dishes.

🪑 Seating Policy: On busy days, groups are only seated once all members arrive, so plan accordingly.

⏰ Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

👉 Best For

Southern food lovers, breakfast enthusiasts, family dining

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Big Ed's City Market Restaurant

220 Wolfe St

Raleigh

27601

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews

Big Ed's City Market is celebrated for its authentic Southern comfort food, generous portions, and friendly service. Many highlight the biscuits, pancakes, and the classic breakfast plates as standouts. The casual, funky atmosphere with antiques is a frequent compliment. Despite occasional reports of wait times and inconsistent seasoning, most diners find the value and quality well worth it.

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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Pancakes; Country ham; Red-eye gravy; Home fries; Chicken fried chicken; Western omelet; Coffee; Biscuit; Grits; Molasses; Fatback

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit early mornings Tuesday through Sunday to avoid peak crowds; weekends fill up fast around 9 AM to 11 AM.

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