Bigg Daddy's Restaurant & Tavern
Burgers, wings and live music on Edelweiss Strasse, open until midnight
The short answer
After a day of schnitzel and strudel, there's a point where you want a burger and a game on TV. Bigg Daddy's is Helen's answer: a restaurant and tavern on Edelweiss Strasse that describes itself as a fun, friendly place for all ages, with a deep beer list and live music on weekends. It's also one of the places in town still pouring late, so it works for a post-hike dinner or a drink after the Festhalle.
Hours and live music
| What | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant and bar | Every day, 11 AM to midnight | The kitchen serves until 10 PM |
| Live music | Friday and Saturday nights | Check the restaurant's social media for who's playing |
| Sunday jam sessions | Sundays, 2 to 7 PM | Local musicians on the outdoor deck |
Hours and entertainment can change. Call 706-878-2739 to confirm, and see our live music guide for other stages.
What to order
Start with the burger that carries the restaurant's reputation. The Rocky Top comes with mesquite seasoning, smoked gouda, smoked bacon, onion rings and spicy BBQ sauce, so plan on napkins. Then try the Drunken Mussels, steamed in either a spicy beer broth or a classic white wine broth, which is an unexpected thing to find on a tavern menu. Wings come in sauces named Who's Your Daddy, Bigg Daddy Hot and Little Daddy Mild, among others.
| Menu section | Items |
|---|---|
| Burgers | Rocky Top, Daddy Cheese, Carolina Bleu, Shroomin, Towanda, Sweet Melissa, Good Day Sunshine, Pedro |
| Starters | Drunken Mussels, Fried Green Tomatoes, Waffles and Whiz, Terrapin Shrimp, Baked Skins, Nacho Daddy, Candied Bacon |
| Wings | Who's Your Daddy, Bigg Daddy Hot, Little Daddy Mild and more flavors |
| Tacos | Chicken, fish, steak, shrimp and pork |
| Entrees | Chicken N Waffles, Fish & Chips, 10 oz center cut sirloin, Wild Caught Norwegian Salmon, Bigg Easy Shrimp & Grits, Tuna Poke, Burrito Bowl |
| Also on the menu | Soups and salads, sandwiches, pizzas and a kids menu |
The menu page on biggdaddys.com doesn't list prices, so ask when you order.
The bar
The Helen visitors bureau listing says the bar carries over 100 bottled beers and 17 on draft, with a focus on local craft. If beer is the reason you're here, our beer guide compares it with the German options downtown.
Tips
Eat before 10
The kitchen stops at 10 PM even though the bar stays open until midnight.
Sunday afternoon
The jam session on the outdoor deck runs 2 to 7 PM, a calmer way to see the music scene.
Pair it with a walk
The Alpine Village walking tour is an easy way to work off dinner.
Planning the weekend
Slot it into the weekend itinerary.
Bigg Daddy's questions
What time does Bigg Daddy's close?
The bar and restaurant stay open until midnight every day, and the kitchen serves until 10 PM. Doors open at 11 AM.
Does Bigg Daddy's have live music?
Yes. The Helen visitors bureau lists live music on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday jam sessions on the outdoor deck from 2 to 7 PM. Check the restaurant's social media for the weekly lineup.
Does Bigg Daddy's serve sushi?
No. Its current menu doesn't list sushi. The closest thing is the Tuna Poke entree, made with cubed sashimi-grade tuna in a sweet and spicy poke sauce.
What's the Rocky Top burger?
It's built with mesquite seasoning, smoked gouda, smoked bacon, onion rings and spicy BBQ sauce, according to the restaurant's menu.
What's the beer selection like?
The Helen visitors bureau says the bar carries over 100 bottled beers and 17 on draft, with a focus on local craft options.
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