House Specialties

Dishes You'll Return For

Signature

Smothered Pork Chops

Thick-cut, pan-seared chops blanketed in our rich onion gravy — the dish that put Big Daddy's on the map.

Golden roasted chicken with herbs and vegetables

Sunday Classic

Sunday Roast Chicken

Herb-seasoned, slow-roasted to golden perfection. Served with seasonal vegetables and our pan jus.

Creamy baked macaroni and cheese with golden crust

Popular

Baked Mac & Cheese

Threecheese blend, baked until bubbly and golden. Creamy, comforting, and always a crowd favorite.

Our Menu

From Our Kitchen to Your Table

Every dish is prepared fresh with locally sourced ingredients and a whole lot of heart.

Starters & Soups

Crispy Onion Rings

Beer-battered, served with ranch

Chicken Waffles

Buttermilk fried, drizzled with honey

Clam Chowder

Creamy, New England–style

Garden Salad

Mixed greens, seasonal vegetables

Hearty Entrées

Smothered Pork Chops

Thick-cut with onion gravy, mashed potatoes

Sunday Roast Chicken

Herb-roasted, seasonal vegetables, pan jus

Grilled Ribeye

12 oz, served with garlic butter and sides

Catfish Plate

Southern-crisp fried, coleslaw, hushpuppies

BBQ Ribs

Slow-smoked, glazed, with baked beans

Baked Mac & Cheese

Three-cheese blend, golden crust

Sides & Desserts

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Collard Greens

Slow-cooked, Southern-style

Cornbread

Fresh-baked, served with honey butter

Banana Pudding

Homemade, with vanilla wafers

Chocolate Lava Cake

Warm, molten center, vanilla bean ice cream

Fresh Fruit Plate

Seasonal selection

Menu items and availability may vary. Please ask your server about today's specials and dietary accommodations.

Chef preparing food in the Big Daddy's kitchen

A beautifully set dining table at Big Daddy's

Warm, inviting interior of Big Daddy's restaurant

Our Story

A Tradition of
Flavor & Hospitality

Big Daddy's was founded on a simple belief: that a great meal begins with honest ingredients, time-honored techniques, and a warm welcome. For years, we've been Bay City's gathering place — where families break bread, friends catch up, and every guest feels like part of the family.

Our kitchen draws from Southern tradition and American comfort food at its finest. Every recipe has been passed down, refined, and tested until it earns a permanent spot on our menu. We source locally whenever we can, and we never cut corners on flavor.

Whether you're joining us for a quick lunch, a Sunday roast, or a special celebration, we promise you a meal made with pride and served with genuine warmth. That's the Big Daddy's way.