Brass Tacks Coffee's Biscuits Crowned Best in the South by Southern Living!

4352-01 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, USA - It’s a big day for biscuit lovers in Jacksonville! Brass Tacks Coffee Co. has earned a well-deserved mention in Southern Living magazine, highlighting it as having some of the best biscuits in the South. Recognized for its scratch-made, tender, and flaky biscuits, Brass Tacks stands out not just for its delicious food but also for a vibrant coffee culture that accompanies it.

Situated at 4352-01 Southside Blvd. in the Shoppes of Deerwood Lake, Brass Tacks is the only Florida restaurant featured on Southern Living’s prestigious list of the 12 best biscuits, which mainly includes small independent establishments across Southern states. It’s quite an honor to be recognized alongside the likes of Popeyes, which is the only chain included on the list. Local chef Dennis Chan, owner of Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro, is singing praises for Brass Tacks, stating that they serve the best biscuits he’s ever tasted. That’s quite the endorsement!

A Favorite Dish and More

One menu highlight is The Rex, a biscuit sandwich packed with turkey sausage, egg, and pimento cheese, named after a curious 20-foot orange T-Rex dinosaur statue nearby. This specialty has become a favorite among regulars, but it’s far from the only biscuit on the lineup. Brass Tacks offers several popular combinations:

• The Classic: bacon or turkey sausage with egg and cheddar cheese
• Sausage Biscuit: turkey sausage
• Lean & Green: egg white, spinach, and avocado spread
• Biscuit with Honey: butter and honey

With hours from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays, this coffeehouse ensures that everyone can indulge in a biscuit breakfast or lunch. There’s something delightful and timeless about enjoying a flaky biscuit paired with a cup of fresh roast coffee from Spring Park Coffee in Green Cove Springs.

The Great Biscuit Taste Test

While Brass Tacks has made waves in the local biscuit scene, biscuits also hold a significant place in Southern culinary traditions. They are enjoyed with butter, gravy, or even fried chicken, making them a staple in many fast food chains as well. A recent taste test evaluated biscuits from various chains to find out which one truly reigned supreme. The quest involved seven well-known fast food establishments.

The results were revealing—Bojangles‘ biscuits emerged as the top choice, featuring a crunchy exterior and a moist inside with the perfect buttery flavor. They were heralded for being the prettiest and most appealing in texture. On the flip side, others like Popeyes‘ and Burger King’s biscuits received a fair share of criticism for being dry or lacking flavor. It turns out that making a great biscuit is no easy feat!

Store-Bought vs. Homemade

With the busyness of life today, many families are also turning to store-bought options. A fascinating taste test of canned and frozen biscuits ranked popular brands. Interestingly, Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit took the top spot for its buttery texture, although it might not be ideal for biscuit sandwiches due to its smaller size.

Trader Joe’s Organic Biscuits impressed tasters with their flaky goodness, while Pillsbury’s Grands! were nostalgic but received mixed reviews. The beauty of biscuits is that there’s a perfect variety for every taste, whether you prefer homemade, store-bought, or those found in your favorite local diner.

With all this biscuit talk, it’s clear there’s a lot to celebrate in Jacksonville and beyond. From the charming Brass Tacks to the fast food giants and even the grocery aisles, biscuits remain a beloved food that brings a sense of comfort and satisfaction, whether enjoyed at a leisurely breakfast or on-the-go. So why not treat yourself to a biscuit feast? After all, in the South, that’s just how we roll!