About Big Kitchen
Big Kitchen is a weekend brunch chicken & wings spot in Minneapolis, MN, with a modern feel and a quick order-at-the-counter setup with a small patio. The kitchen leans into chicken & wings done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Buffalo Wings, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Nashville Hot Sandwich, Chicken Tenders, Korean BBQ Wings, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find construction crews, tech workers, and grandparents alike, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. Kids' menu items are available all day for under $7. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. The price-to-quality ratio is what brings most people back a second time. Whether you're new to Minneapolis or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable chicken & wings fix, Big Kitchen earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Big Kitchen. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.5 out of 5 across 837 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Spicy Tenders was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Great chicken & wings option for the area. The Chicken Tenders was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Chicken & Waffles and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Solid spot. The Chicken & Waffles is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Location & neighborhood
Big Kitchen is located at 4382 Lincoln Ave in Minneapolis, MN. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.