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    Original Pancake House

    3.9 (318 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Baked Veggie Omlette. Small stack of pancakes. Side of bacon.
    Stephen J.

    One of the best brekkies I have ever had in a while. Building was under a little construction but was not a bother to the experience. My waitress was very pleasant, and refilled coffee often.

    French toast for brunch!
    Ari B.

    I've come to this location a few times and they never miss. The service is always good and the food quality is consistent. My favorites are the French toast, the 2x4, and the omelets. It tends to get busy quickly, so get there early on a weekend.

    Laurie P.

    This restaurant is older than me (and I'm old, haha) but it's still one of the best breakfast places on the east side. Went on a Friday morning, and we were seated promptly. Our server was attentive and excellent - my coffee cup was never less than half-full. I love the atmosphere and decor here, too. I only wish that the fireplace we were sitting next to was on, because it was a cold, snowy morning and the draft from the entrance door was the only minor annoyance we experienced while there. A fire would have made the ambience perfectly warm and cozy. The food is the star here, though. Everything was excellent! This is the only place where the thick-sliced bacon isn't like eating a piece of beef jerky - it was crispy, delicious perfection. I loved the Dutch Baby - again, perfectly prepared. My son loved his breakfast as well, and as I sampled the excellent potato pancakes on his plate, I made a mental note to return for a platter of those crispy delights in the near future - with a side of bacon :) You can't go wrong here, unless to come on a busy weekend morning when the line is out the door.

    Silver dollar pancakes
    Rachel E.

    Definitely be prepared for a little of a wait if you go on a weekend - but it's so worth it! Food was delicious and yummy. Hot chocolate is a must!!!! Our server wasn't the friendliest but that won't stop us from returning. I really enjoyed the waffles. I did order hash browns but our waitress messed up and gave us home fries - still delicious though.

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    Kevin H.

    Original Pancakes House Food: AMAZING! The Pancakes were served hot with nice pieces of butter. They were light fluffy and delicious . The Bacon Lover's comes with a mountain of bacon. The cheesy eggs are just to wash down all that bacon. The Santa Fe omelette was huge and it comes with a short stack of those pancakes previously mentioned. Service: Our server was amazing, we had a group of six (wouldn't recommend bigger). Everyone's food came to the table hot and correct to order. Waite staff was so friendly. Ambiance: Old country kitchen is the vide. Really clean and orderly.

    Strawberry crepes.
    Lorraine F.

    Fight the crowds...wait in line...deal with the parking...and just go to the Pancake House!! It's crowded and the tables are too close. I do not care. The pancakes are so good!! The Pumpkin Pancakes are what dreams are made of in fall. No matter how crowded it is...the coffee is hot and the service is always great. My favorite place for crepes, too, besides the pancakes!! Just a great place.

    Lisa W.

    This is thee absolute best place for pancakes. It's literally thee only place I eat pancakes from! Never been? Lemme give you the run down! Parking lot will fill fast okay, there's parking on both sides The earlier the better or there WILL be a wait and it will be a nice one! This is a small spot! Booths along wall and tables in the middle. There's also carry out options of course. Imo this location carry out is the best setup compared to the others I always get the bacon lovers special, you get like 50 pieces lol it's THEE best bacon you have ever had! You can order pancakes or toast. The pancakes are so good! Sometimes u can just smell the baking powder in them. I've also had a peach crepe or 2! They're good but make sure to ask for cinnamon because they come with nothing! Syrup is good as well! They have retail options for you to take pancake mix or syrup home with you. Now no it doesn't taste the same, but it's still good!!! Orange juice has pulp FYI! Only open until 3 pm I believe

    Big Apple
    Claire C.

    Usually go to the Birmingham location, this is my first time at the restaurant in Grosse Pointe. I've been going all my life for the star of the show, the big apple! The bacon is super thick and amazing also. It's always busy in there and that tells you how good it is. They decorated for Halloween, definitely put a lot of effort in. 5 stars!

    Hash browns!!

    Whenever I'm in town we come to the Original Pancake House on Mack Ave for breakfast. I always order the big apple. My favorite. The omelette came to the table a little raw so they made it right. It came back and wasn't dry. Just perfect. It's always busy here at breakfast time but we got seated quickly. A good experience overall. I'll be back next time I'm in town.

    Pancake, scrambled eggs with cheese and turkey sausage
    Christina S.

    I have been coming here for years and overall I have had pretty good experiences. This experience was no different. The food was pretty good, I would have preferred my pancakes to be slightly light they tasted overcooked. The eggs were fluffy and cheesy. The waitress was nice and friendly. The ambiance was clean and little outdated but it's still good.

    Eggs Michael

    The pancakes are always great but other items on their menu are not of comparable quality. Pancakes are five stars and other items 1-2. I tried the eggs Michael today and it looks like an egg McMuffin with two eggs and two sausage patties.

    Baked Apple Dutch pancake
    L L.

    I go here every time I have a opportunity to do so. I enjoy the coffee and food. It's comfort food at its best!

    Robert P.

    This place is a MUST STOP breakfast spot. The inside is full of cool homestyle ambiance. From the warm wood colors and classic vintage machines. This place feels like a step back in time in the best way possible. Now to the most important part, the food. The breakfast food is far and above the best I've had. My go to here is one of their one of a kind baked Edd white omelettes. They have several kinds but my favorite has become the vegetarian with cheddar and Swiss cheese folded in. It has broccoli, tomato, onion and green pepper. You also get a half order of their insanely good fluffy pancakes. I usually go here for a treat day and get fresh whipped cream and blueberry compote. The service is always friendly and upbeat. Can't wait till I get to come back.

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    Ordered take out. Food was just ok. Sausage was very dry. Buttermilk pancakes were just ok. Order was ready in fifteen minutes.

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    Yes they for sure have gluten free pancakes. I didn't see them on the menu but the waiter let me know they have them. Plus additionally, they have buckwheat and Potato pancakes too.

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