This is definitely not a place I would choose on a normal basis, just because I think a lot of other places nearby does the greasy spoon thing so much better: George's, Alvies, P.J.s, etc. BUT, my friend and I found ourselves approaching Gordon Square at lunchtime with no clear idea of where we were going, and I knew that I wanted pancakes, so... The Big Egg it was.
I think The Big Egg did a great job at helping me overcome this crazy pancake craving I've had for months... I would definitely come back next time I feel like breakfast for lunch!