James Beard award-winning Chef John Currence is bringing his celebrated Big Bad Breakfast to Atlanta. Opening his first-ever Big Bad Breakfast in Buckhead, he brings bold flavors and options to all diners. And to celebrate this debut, Chef Currence is arriving at the store on opening day.
Chef John Currence to Bring a New Big Bad Breakfast Next Month!
Known across the South as “The Big Bad Chef,” Chef John Currence is a name to remember. Now, he is ready to expand his influence and culinary delights across the Atlantic food stage. Debuting his restaurant, Big Bad Breakfast, in Buckhead, he is ready to welcome the crowd to indulge in unforgettable flavors.
The cookbook author is making his highly anticipated Atlanta debut on November 4, 2025. The restaurant will be the 27th location nationwide, marking its steady brand expansion. As the family continues to grow, Chef Currence also shares his excitement over this next venture.
“I have had a front-row seat to watch the explosive growth of Atlanta for the last four decades, rising on every occasion to represent its role as the major player in Southern cities,” says Currence. “I could not be happier to join the ranks of culinary excellence that has come to define Atlanta!”
Bold Flavors to Take Atlanta by Surprise
Big Bad Breakfast has earned its fair share of popularity through its take on breakfast classics and Southern flavors. Bringing bold choices and spicy twists to the menu, food lovers have loved the restaurant’s menu. Atlanta can now expect to find Currence’s iconic Shrimp and Grits, the Big Bad Skillet, and the signature bacon.
The restaurant’s buttery biscuits, Big Bad Bloody Mary, hearty sandwiches, and fresh salads are worth trying out. Since its opening in Oxford, Mississippi, these flavors have only gotten better, becoming a favorite for many. The 27th Big Bad Breakfast location will bring the same beloved Southern dishes to Atlanta diners.
Opening Day Visit by the Award-Winning Chef Himself
To celebrate this new journey, Chef Currence will make an appearance in person on the opening day. The cookbook author will sign copies of his book for fans while celebrating the day. So head over to get a glimpse of “The Big Bad Chef” and indulge in the flavors he brings to Atlanta.
The restaurant is at 1952 Howell Mill Road, Suite 200, in Buckhead, Atlanta. Opening on November 4, 2025, it will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
