Chambers Pancake House (and shop) is as Canadian as it gets, and I'm loving it!
Nestled into the maple trees surrounding the property, this is a gem I wouldn't have found without help (and I'm paying it forward, you're welcome!). This is a family owned and operated restaurant which is only open 8 weekends a year, from the beginning of March to the end of April. This year marks its 16th!
This is a no-fuss place, it's a log cabin with open kitchen and Canadian relics all over the walls. There are also over 3000 maple leafs painted onto the floor (I told you it was Canadian!). Expect to wait because the locals know about this place, and try to aim for an 11:00 AM arrival if possible, so you avoid the "church crowd".
For $10 ($7 for children) you're served three pancakes, 3 sausages, coffee/tea, apple cider and apple sauce. Not full? Don't worry, because there are plenty of staff coming around to top you up on pancakes! Each pancake comes with it's own adorable maple leaf-shaped butter, and the tables all have fresh (delicious!) maple syrup made at the farm. The pancakes are light and fluffy, and may be the best I've ever had (and I'm not a huge fan of pancakes normally!), the sausages are perfect little breakfast sausages, and everything tastes even better smothered in syrup. However, don't expect anything beyond pancakes and sausages - this is what they do and they do it well!
If you want to take something home they also have a variety of maple products for sale, including butter, candies, BBQ sauce and brittles.
If you're looking for a weekend day adventure this Spring, look no further! Take the scenic route back along the waterfront and you've got yourself a great Sunday. read more