North Carolina is home to a variety of biscuit diners where locals eagerly line up as early as 6 a.m. to indulge in these beloved morning treats.
1. Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen (Chapel Hill)
Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen has been a drive-thru favorite since 1978. Imagine towering biscuits paired with fried chicken, bacon, egg, or country ham—each bite a morning miracle.
2. Tramway Diner (Sanford)
At Tramway Diner, regulars arrive before opening, coffee in hand, to grab a seat. Flaky, layered biscuits smothered in peppered sausage gravy stand out as true comfort food.
3. Franklinville Diner (Franklinville)
Franklinville Diner draws people from hours away for its biscuits. These pillowy treats, served in a nostalgic retro setting, make the perfect start to any day.
4. Krankies Coffee (Winston‑Salem)
Krankies Coffee, a hybrid coffee shop and diner, delights with its fluffy tall biscuits and savory toppings. Locals pack the place, eager for fresh biscuits and robust coffee.
5. Biscuitville (Multiple locations statewide)
With 85 locations, Biscuitville is a regional fast-food staple. Opening at 5 a.m., it offers freshly made buttermilk biscuits every 15 minutes, with options like spicy chicken & honey.
6. Biscuit Head (Asheville)
Asheville’s Biscuit Head is a creative biscuit haven. Known for oversized, fluffy biscuits loaded with toppings, it’s a brunch favorite with locals queuing to satisfy their cravings.
7. Art’s Place (Kitty Hawk, Outer Banks)
Located in Kitty Hawk, Art’s Place delights with its from-scratch biscuits and rich gravy. This beach shack opens early, attracting locals and fishermen seeking a hearty start.
8. Shelby Cafe (Shelby)
Shelby Cafe is a downtown staple, revered for its buttery, cloud-like biscuits and thick, peppery sausage gravy. Regulars gather early to savor this Southern comfort duo.
