Early Bird Diner
Diner and American Restaurant$$$$
west of the Ashley, Charleston
The waffles at Early Bird Diner is a can't miss
"Love the Chicken and Waffles!! Congrats on 3 years!"(41 Tips)
"Combination of shrimp and grits with "the mess" is a must!"(5 Tips)
"Try the Buttermilk Pie - Topped with coconut & candied pecans!"(3 Tips)
"Homemade desserts are da bomb"(3 Tips)
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AmateurConciergeApril 15, 2016All u could ask for in a diner: Classic dishes but made perfectly with some modern options. Or just pay $5 for unlimited pancakes HOLLER!!!
Briana BaileyFebruary 19, 2017The mess (curried vegetable scrambled eggs) was our favorite, but everything was good. Get the tomato sauce for the shrimp&grits but the pepper jam on the side to put on your biscuit. Fried okra too.
Tom FortunatoAugust 7, 2013Brandy is a great server, she really goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. She gave us an extra coffee to go, on the house, when we told her we were travelling from FL to NJ.
AbFebruary 16, 2017Top 5 breakfast places in Charleston. Portions were general and flavorful; service was prompt and kind. The parking lot is crowded for a reason!
Nigel AlstonAugust 16, 2015Great meal of chicken and waffles. Cool place with personality. Not fancy, yet highly recommended. Everything looked good. We will be back.
Danya JimenezDecember 28, 2016Highly recommend the pork cutlet and shrimp over grits. Amazing. The pancakes are delicious as well. Service is excellent.
Kyle TurmanAugust 6, 2014Sincerely delicious food served to you by awesome staff with old diner vibes. Really decently priced- the best bang for your buck in Charleston, food wise. The Chicken & Waffles are life changing.
Charky HopeMarch 20, 2015Gotta love it when they're are $5 all-you-can-eat pancakes.... Super yum! The staff are all fantastic, each doing 20 things at once and still keeping on smiles
Kellie BlackJune 11, 2016The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Will have to return, we like to try new restaurants and taste what's recommended. Chicken & waffles were the best.
Ron JamesMay 5, 2013Sunday's stay packed!! Opens at 10 with a line at 9:30am. Just had the curry scrambled eggs... AWSOME!!!
Jimmy FarrarJuly 6, 2018I had the country fried steak my first visit. Seasoned and cooked perfectly. The breakfast dishes are available all day but I haven’t tried it yet
Jesus CarrenoAugust 24, 2016I love this restaurant, I'm crazy with the boneless fried chicken wit honey and lavender seeds.
- April WallogaDecember 2, 2013Funky, hipstery diner with lots of art on the walls. Solid fried chicken and waffles. Fried green tomatoes not quite as solid. Ice creams are homemade.
Pj GuipponeJuly 22, 2012Best country fried steak I have ever had. The fried chicken and waffles are amazing too. Even though that dish is on the breakfast menu it is good for any meal.
Mike CampbellAugust 20, 2017Super busy on Sundays. I recommend getting there at least 15min before they open.
Janet PerezNovember 5, 2012PECAN ENCRUSTED FRIED CHICKEN & CINNAMON BELGIAN WAFFLES only $9!! IT'S LIKE GOURMET CHICKEN&WAFFLES! OMG! I died & went to Chicken & Waffle Heaven! Love, love, love me some chix&waffs!
Christophe SarkozyFebruary 5, 2016Best tip I could give... : Just go there and pick a meal. It will be delicious and generous every time.
Rachel BindelJune 13, 2015This place was great. Amazing service and wonderful food. Try the meat loaf
Nicole WestonDecember 28, 2012While it doesn't look like much from the outside, inside is warmth, art, and quirkiness that lends itself to the menu with bizarre but tasty food combinations.
The Fried Chicken Club w/ bacon, spring mix, & pesto ranch dressing on Texas toast!! THE BEST!!!
Candice BarberMarch 21, 2011The fried green tomato benedict was awesome and the southern slam rocked our world. The staff were pleasant and the chicken and waffles made me wanna find my momma and hit her! Awesome Place!
Duncan HowsleyAugust 18, 2014Shrimp and grits are to die for. Doesn't look like much from the outside but this diner is a real gem.
Barbara Growe CalcagnoMarch 15, 2016"The Mess", a breakfast dish with curried veggies and eggs. Delicious! Nice people, very relaxed environment.
Candice BizzellJanuary 2, 2012Chicken and Waffles? Yes, the best Chicken and Waffles you will ever have in your entire life. My family from Texas comes all the way here just for Chicken and Waffles.- Rachel BindelAugust 31, 2015My favorite is the meatloaf but everything is spectacular. Sometimes we even go just for dessert!
- Robert RiceJanuary 20, 2015The Shrimp and. Grits! You're gonna love it. Plus it's about as friend ly a place as you will find.
Rachel RubensteinSeptember 6, 2014Chicken & Waffles! Shrimp & Grits! Steak & Eggs! You literally can't go wrong. Everything is epic.- Robert BarrowsOctober 27, 2020Early Bird Diner at 4 minutes drive to the east of Charleston Family Dentistry
KirstenJuly 2, 2013If the blueberry pancakes are on special, do not hesitate. Also, don't order anything else. They do not skimp on the berries and cover the entire plate!
Can get crowded quick but worth the wait for the chicken and waffles.
John CulpepperFebruary 14, 2015The food was great except for the Fettuccine Alfredo has mushrooms in it but not mentioned on the menu.
The country mess is deeeeeeelish! You can't really go wrong here. Just start your diet "tomorrow." - Afterall "tomorrow IS another day!"
Get the F.G.T. you will not regret it. Hold the bacon only if you choose to abstain from deliciousness.
The best shrimp & grits I've had in Charleston thus far. Such great after work comfort food.
Chicken and waffles and the peanut butter and chocolate chip pancakes are the shit. A must try!- Lears FoolMay 13, 2017The chicken and waffles are boneless (which I don't like) but the honey-mustard sauce is nice.
Island GirlOctober 8, 2011Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pancakes are good, order is large so bring someone to share it with!!!! ;)
- Foodie PrincessJune 24, 2012Try the Chicken and Waffles - Chicken was tender and buttery, and not overcooked. Waffles were perfect!
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- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–4:00 AM
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- 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
(843) 277-2353
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Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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