The Pancake Pantry did not disappoint! They have the BEST chicken-fried steak and potatoes I've ever had in my life! Everything was so flavorful, and the potatoes had the perfect texture. The pancakes were delicious, too, with tons of varieties to choose from and great portion sizes. There's something for everyone on the menu! Just a heads-up: they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait. However, the line moves pretty quickly, and it's definitely worth it! If you're looking for a delicious breakfast spot, this place is a must-try. I would absolutely come back! read more

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Coffee was ok . I ordered milk and it never came Sausage was A patty (cold) 4 Buttermilk pancakes in the order (cold) Pancakes were cooked very well if they were not cold. The maple syrup was hot, so that helped out the situation. But it was not frozen, which is a plus I'd say all in all, I'd give this place a three. Service when I got here was swift, but after that they forgot about me. Ambiance, clean, kind of an old country style to it. read more

The Pancake Pantry - For buttermilk pancakes and aorder of sausage and a coffee. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I walked past this a few days before I noticed the sign. The Pancake Pantry. Perfect! I had been wanting breakfast. I look up some reviews. Wow. It's gone viral. One hour waits. Lines around the block. yadda, yadda, yadda. Ok, I decide I'm doing it. I'm there at 6:30am on a Wednesday morning. I walk across the street from my hotel. No lines. There were only three other customers. I got the eggs, pancakes, and biscuits and gravy with coffee. Coffee was good. The rest of the meal, eh. It was ok. Bland. Disappointing for Southern fare. Look at my picture. The pancakes are small, they don't even fill the plate. It's not worth going out of your way to eat here. It's definitely not worth the hype or a long wait. The breakfast at Cracker Barrel is better and you get more for you money. If you're ever in Kansas City stop in at the Big Biscuit. That's how breakfast is supposed to be. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Here - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We were staying at a neighboring hotel and stopped in for breakfast. We are locals and know that there is often a long line at the Pancake Pantry. Luckily there were only a couple of people in front of us. My wife and I split two meals so that we could sample. We had the ham and egg croissant and the pigs in a blanket. Both were good and flavorful. We were hoping for a little more ham on the sandwich but it hit the spot. The pigs in a blanket were good and with three of the pancakes on a plate it is very filling. The cinnamon syrup was also a nice touch. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Sausage pancake - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Most folks come for the pancakes. I gave the sweet potato pancakes a try. They were fluffy and delicious. What I highly recommend are the sweet tea brined pork chops. It was my first time trying pork chops brined this way. They did not disappoint. The line is long, don't be deterred, it does move quickly. The staff is attentive, friendly and the food is worth the wait. read more

A real Nashville tradition/institution...also famous for their line! I arrived at 8 on a Tuesday and they had plenty of seats. When I left at 9, they had a wait. Excellent food, friendly service and an overall great breakfast experience. I really enjoy country ham and the piece they serve is one of the best I've had...and it is a very generous portion. Served with two eggs and two pancakes, I felt like I was able to experience a good variety of the menu. My over medium eggs were a texts book version. The white was done with no brown or burnt edges, the yolk was still runny without being watery. Also, the warm maple syrup was excellent in flavor and being warm was a nice touch. A great breakfast, you should give them a try! read more

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I took myself on a day date and it was everything I could hope for! The setting was calm. I got there around 7:45 on a Tuesday and by 8 o'clock. The place was hopping. The food was excellent. And the server was fantastic carefully explain explaining all the gluten-free options. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Four silver dollar pancakes, one egg and one sausage link. Was more than enough for me! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Five stars for service and location! Our waitress was so wonderful, friendly, and funny. She made the experience worth it! All the waitresses on the patio during Mother's Day breakfast were phenomenal, and I hope they get recognized by the management. The patio is decent - but it's very cramped. Nice shade though! The food came out quick and was decent but I wouldn't say five stars. My husband got the breakfast tacos, and they were flavorful. The other ding is the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. If you've never been here you'll walk up and wait in a line - once you get to the doors, you're seated immediately. Overall glad we finally got check this place out! read more

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We love discovering great restaurants when we travel, and The Pancake Pantry in downtown Nashville absolutely delivered! There's something special about finding a breakfast spot that takes the classics we all know and love and turns them into something truly memorable. And WOW, did we find one! My wife ordered the Country Fried Steak, while I went ALL IN on breakfast! Blueberry pancakes with house-made blueberry compote, biscuits and sausage gravy, hash browns, and scrambled eggs. And let me tell you, EVERYTHING was delicious! First, those blueberry pancakes! Absolutely wonderful! Filled with blueberries and served with that incredible house-made blueberry compote, they were everything we'd hoped for from a restaurant famous for its pancakes. Sweet, fruity, and downright delicious! But don't make the mistake of overlooking the rest of the menu! The biscuits and sausage gravy were fantastic, the hash browns were delicious, and even the scrambled eggs were cooked just right. Sometimes it's the simple things done exceptionally well that make a breakfast memorable. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her Country Fried Steak, and we both agreed we'd made an excellent choice! Now, let's talk about the beverages, because they deserve some serious recognition of their own. My wife enjoyed fresh-squeezed orange juice, while I ordered a cold brew coffee topped with homemade vanilla cold foam. OH MY GOODNESS! That cold brew was absolutely outstanding! Smooth, refreshing, and topped with the most wonderful vanilla cold foam. It was one of those little extras that took an already fantastic breakfast to another level. We also appreciate The Pancake Pantry's commitment to making so much from scratch. Their pancakes, fruit compotes, and syrups are prepared fresh daily, and that attention to detail really shows in the finished product. Nashville has no shortage of incredible restaurants, but there's a reason The Pancake Pantry has become such a beloved breakfast destination. Whether you're getting ready for a day exploring Music City or recovering from a late night enjoying Broadway, this is exactly the kind of place you want to start your morning. Our advice? COME HUNGRY! Get the blueberry pancakes, don't skip the compote, and whatever you do, treat yourself to that cold brew with homemade vanilla cold foam! We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast, and The Pancake Pantry has absolutely earned a spot on our list of places to revisit whenever we're in Nashville. Great food, wonderful homemade touches, and a breakfast worth getting out of bed for! BRAVO, PANCAKE PANTRY!! read more

This spot was so yummy. Definitely get the pancakes! I ordered the old fashioned buttermilk and it was a great portion for the price. Lots of syrup options, including sugar free. Lots of different kinds of pancakes. We also got the sweet potato pancakes that were delicious. The biscuit was good but not as crumbly or buttery as I would have liked. The service was quick and kind. There is usually a line out the door but the line does move fast. Casual atmosphere. Wanted to go back to this place for their pancakes. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Biscuit (no gravy) - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This place had a delicious French toast! I'd probably go back just for that. I know it's focused on packages, but the French toast + the cinnamon syrup they have was amazing. My friend had the sweet potato pancakes and they were so fluffy and delicious. I expected amazing home fries, but they were just okay. Not too impressed with the turkey sausages or egg whites, but the nail everything else. We were seated very quickly and everyone working was very pleasant. The service is quick but they don't constantly bother you once you're settled in. That's a plus! read more

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Nice breakfast spot near Broadway. There is plenty of seating indoors & outdoors. We enjoyed outdoor seating on an unseasonably warm Winter morning. Service was good. Our food came out quickly and tasted great. I went with the seasonal red velvet pancakes and a mimosa flight. The menu offers a wide variety of pancakes to choose from. read more

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This restaurant is well worth the wait and was the best food that I had in Nashville during my day. My friend and I came on a Saturday morning and had to wait about 30 minutes on the line. The ambience was nice and simple. The food took a while to come out, but was well worth it because it was made with love. The French toast was fresh, and the peaches were made with fresh peaches instead of canned ones. The compote was not too sweet and well balanced. The turkey sausages were very tasty and the eggs were good. The hot chocolate was a bit sweet but well-made. All in all, I really enjoyed breakfast here and would bookmark this place to return during a future Nashville trip. Our server was friendly and helpful when ordering. The only critique that I have for this restaurant is that they need an air freshener in the bathroom, but otherwise it was a really great experience. read more

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Saw some great reviews about this go to breakfast in downtown Nashville. Raves about their cinnamon pancakes, however, I will not rate them as high. Just above ordinary for me even with the pourable cinnamon topping. I also ordered an omelette where almost all the ingredients were piled on top. The eggs were crepe thin and rolled with just the sausage crumbs inside. The place was busy with a line outside waiting for tables. Service was a bit too slow for me. Maybe this location isn't as good as the original. I think Nashville could do better than this though. read more

This place is a must visit for breakfast! You line up outside, but don't let it scare you, this place operates like a well oiled machine! You'll be surprised at how quickly you're seated. The pancakes are phenomenal. They bring warm syrup and cinnamon cream for the pancakes. It's the perfect combo. Everything was cooked to perfection. Great cold brew coffee. Can't wait to return! read more

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Typically not a big fan of flapjacks, but I had to see why people felt compelled to wait outside in the 20 degree weather to get in this place. They opened at 6:00, and my hotel was right across the street, so I was outside when they unlocked the door (still, second in line). Ordered the pancake sampler and choose blueberry, apple walnut and and a cornmeal Mexican kind of thing. That cornmeal Mexican kind of thing came with a kick ass salsa and sour cream. The perfect savory to the other's sweetness. Got a side of scrambled eggs, too, and a coffee. The presentation was top notch. The taste, well, they tasted like pancakes. At least the two fruit ones did. And don't get me wrong, they were good, but they were pancakes. On the other hand, the cornmeal Mexican kind of thing was crazy good and unlike anything I've had before. Tasted more like corn bread, and it was delicious. Service was fast and friendly. The coffee was so-so. Glad I came in. Would be happy to return, but would never wait in a line. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake sampler with blueberry, apple and Santa Fe Cornmeal - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great food and service! Had the silver dollar pancakes, the eggs and bacon. Oh and the freshly squeezed orange juice was amazing. I'd definitely some back when I return to Tennessee. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Good food! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Food was flavorful and every bite definitely had the mouth watering. The four different flavors of mimosas was refreshing to the palate while serving the purpose of the early cocktail fix. I didn't sit inside so not sure of the vibe inside but the outside patio with the umbrella made it the right combination. The server (forgot her name sorry) was attentive and respectful. read more

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Underwhelming. Luckily we arrived early and there was no wait or line. I'd say I almost felt I was doing a disservice by not warning the dozens of people waiting in line by the time we finished. Pancakes are average at best, slightly dry. Scrambled eggs, unfortunately also a bit dry, bacon was thin, chewy and did not pack much bacon flavor. The syrup seemed a bit watery for syrup. Maybe we caught them on a bad day, but after having it I can't say that I'd ever return to find out if that's the case. The location is really convenient to a number of hotels, so that's a plus. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake Sampler with an Apple Walnut, Banana Bread, and Blueberry pancakes. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Worth the hype. We came at 12:30 and walked right in. Waiter was attentive without being overly so. Daughter and I each ordered the sampler, fun way to try a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Most unique cake was the Santa Fe . Like eating cornbread with all the fixins. Yum! We both loved the banana bread cake, great real flavor, not overwhelming in any direction. My favorite was the pecan. Can't go wrong with a classic. But THE BEST THING was the basic side order of BACON! Perfectly crispy, salty, PERFECT. Well done, folks! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Chocolate chip, Pecan, Banana Bread - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Quick service and solid food! We arrived at the Pancake Pantry and we were a little intimated by the long line outside. To our surprise, the line moved incredibly quickly! The service was very friendly and we received our food fast as well. The breakfast tacos & cinnamon roll pancakes were the standouts. Great spot for a fast and reliable breakfast. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake Sampler (Cinnamon Roll & Chocolate Chip & Peanut Butter) - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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The line was about 20 people. They said 20 mins. It felt like 10mins moved very fast!! What can I say the food was outstanding it came out in less then 10mins. Very large portion we shared both items it was plenty of food. The syrup comes out hot and fresh, also have a cinnamon sugar like syrup (not sure they exact name). But wow both were delicious. A++ service and meal was fantastic. When in town its a must. Vwry clean,organized and friendly. read more

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I absolutely loved this place! And by the line out the door you know it's very popular. We did not have to wait in line as long as we thought we would have and we were impressed with the swift service from seating, drinks, and food. Their menu offered wide variety from sweet to salty, and in my group there were zero complaints. They also offer gluten free options for those that need it. The merch was so cute and the place was clean. There was seating available inside and out. read more

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The Pancake Pantry was only a short walk from our Hotel. The business (but maybe not the building) has been around since 1961, and it certainly appears to be a popular part of the Nashville Breakfast culture. By the time we were seated (after a short wait), there was a line out the door, and it was only mid-week. Our meal was very good. Gayle started with a lightly tinted orange Mimosa (just she likes it), while I went full OJ. Our coffees were good and refilled promptly. We both had pancakes (of course) with our choices, of which we both found them to be light and fluffy, accented well by their maple syrup. With that, I chose poached eggs with sausage, while Gayle opted for a Rolled Omelet with bacon, pepper jack cheese, and spinach. It was all delicious, except my eggs came out a little running, even when I asked for "poached hard". The dining room was pleasant and with a lot of natural light. We were seated at a nice table by the front window near the entrance. Service was pleasant and efficient. read more

Visiting the area, decided to check this place out for breakfast on a weekday since they have a gluten free pancake option. Food was average nothing to rave about. Gluten free pancakes were okay, I liked that the eggs were thin however could use some flavor they were a bit bland. When I walked in I noticed that the noise carries so I had to sit outside because it was too loud for me. Pretty long line the weekend. Maybe their regular pancakes are good ‍ otherwise I don't get the hype. The server was friendly. read more

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Tried pancake pantry for breakfast on a recent trip, and all but one member of my family was pretty disappointed (she got the chocolate sun crepes and thought they were great). The rest of us felt like the pancakes we ordered were just meh (honestly, we prefer IHOP). They were kind of chewy and not very flavorful - they tasted like they may have been precooked and were waiting for us for a while before we got them - the edges had dried out. The pictures make it all look delicious, but, unfortunately, that was just the pictures for the most part. The hash browns and sausage patty sides were both excellent, but we were disappointed by the expected star of the show. read more

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In Nashville for the Chris Stapleton concert and our Uber driver recommended Pancake Pantry, and since it was literally next door to our hotel, it felt like fate. We showed up early enough to beat a line around the block, and for a brief moment I thought we'd hacked Nashville. Then we asked our server for a little "insider" help narrowing down the menu... and got the kind of vibe that said, "How dare you not know our menu inside and out?!" Not rude-rude, just clearly annoyed that we had questions. Not the end of the world, but it set the tone. We landed on the breakfast sandwich on a croissant and the Grilled Cook's Medley (skillet situation with toast). The sandwich was a miss: the croissant tasted like it came straight out of a bag, and the whole thing was so bland and unexciting that we didn't even finish it. The skillet was slightly better, but still pretty plain...barely seasoned, and it had slices of cheese melted on top instead of shredded like you'd expect. We didn't finish that one either, which is saying something because I'm usually the "I'll eat it anyway" person. But hey, this is Pancake Pantry, so surely the pancakes would save the day, right? Unfortunately... no. Both pancakes came out lukewarm and not really light/fluffy like a great pancake should be. The sweet potato pancake was the better of the two and oddly was actually best without syrup. The cinnamon roll pancake had nice crispy edges (credit where it's due), but it came with a cinnamon syrup that was way too sweet considering there was already a sweet drizzle on top. It turned into sugar on sugar crime. I wanted to love it, especially with all the hype and the convenience factor, but this ended up feeling like a spot that survives on reputation and location. Maybe it was an off day, maybe we ordered wrong, maybe the pancake gods were busy... but based on this visit, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

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First stop on our Nashville weekend and this place is hoppin! Locals and tourists alike are here! Their pancakes and syrup were delicious. And of course, we had to try their candied bacon. Delicious and highly recommend. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Candies Candied Bacon - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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One of the best meals we had in Nashville and you can't beat the hospitable vibe and service. There can be a line but it does move at a steady pace. I ordered the chicken fried steak, which came with eggs, hashbrowns and pancakes. The chicken fried steak was one of the best I've had. The coating was light and crispy, the sausage gravy was thick and flavorful. The hashbrowns were excellent. They were thick but still crispy and perfectly heated all the way through. I also ordered a coldbrew coffee with salted caramel and cold foam. It was smooth and delicious. The waitress also brought us a cinnamon syrup/topping that is for pancakes but can be used to flavor the coffee as well. It was sooooo good and elevated the coffee. Best breakfast I've had in a long time! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Chicken fried steak - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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The wait was worth the while... about 30~ mins or so. They have their system down, they're pretty fast and efficient with their check in and check out process. I'll start off by saying I'm not the biggest fan of pancakes, nor cinnamon and have to be in the mood for both. Today happened to be the day. I tried their pancake sampler, with cinnamon, Caribbean and banana bread pancakes. They were all good, fluffy, airy and flavorful. Banana bread with their maple syrup, Caribbean with cinnamon. But, their cinnamon pancakes were amazing!! Those were definitely the winner!!! Best pancakes I've ever had. Their three pig omelette was pretty bomb as well. I got some of their sausage gravy on the side, to douse the omelette and that was definitely the move there. I think this is the first time I didn't need to use cholula for flavoring. The location is centralized, set up nicely, with huge open indoor space with plenty of seating outside. The service was great as well. Attentive and fast. All in all, I wish I had the time to come here yesterday, so I could try something different today. But, I took the place for everything it had and it definitely delivered. Highly recommend and I will be back, when I'm in the area for sure! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake sampler: Caribbean, Banana Bread & cinnamon. Triple ham omelette & sausage gravy on the side - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great food. Lots of decisions to make but whatever you order will be amazing. Pancakes phenomenal. Waitress sweet. Can't ask for anything more read more

The Pancake Pantry - Cinnamon roll pancake - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Delicious breakfast spot! They have a very extensive menu that includes a little bit of everything but the pancakes were amazing. They had a lot of different flavor options that were hard to choose from but the best part was being able to order the sampler so I could try three different styles. The chocolate chip came with so many chocolate chips on top that were all melted so it was more of a thick chocolate spread. It was very good and rich! The sugar and spice was basic but still so good. The sugar and cinnamon on top along with the cinnamon cream syrup was the perfect combination. Last I tried the blueberry which came with the blueberry compote on the side. It was so fresh tasting and a perfect balance to the other more sweet flavors I ordered. The place was very cozy and warm inside and everyone was friendly and helpful while trying to order! Highly recommend and I can't wait to go back! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Sampler of pancakes - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I had a quick trip to Nashville and one of the mornings I had stopped by the Pancake Pantry for breakfast! It was super early in the morning so not many customers were inside the restaurant yet! The Pancake Pantry has been open since 1961 in Nashville! All of the pancakes are made fresh daily! There are 23 custom made variety of pancakes available at the Pancake Pantry. If you're looking for alternative options, you can get eggs and omelets, waffles, sandwiches, salads, and so much more! There are two different Pancake Pantry locations in Nashville. There is a Downtown Nashville and a Hillsboro Village location. I ended up going to the Downtown Nashville one as it was close to the hotel where I was staying. The hours are from 6:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M, daily. For parking at the Downtown Nashville location, you can park at the Hyatt Centric Hotel or other nearby public parking lots. A lot of these lots do offer complimentary parking for the first hour! I ended up ordering some plain pancakes. The service was great! The order came out fast! The pancakes were light and fluffy. Complimentary syrup was available. I used the maple syrup, and it was great with the pancakes! If you're in Nashville and in downtown, this is an amazing breakfast spot! The food wasn't too expensive and the service was outstanding!! read more

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3x the charm! Not wanting to wait in line w a larger group over the weekend, my husband and I decided to try for brunch on Monday before our flight out. Good news, no wait at 11:30am and everything was as great as we'd read! I had the avocado toast w over medium eggs and tbh it's one of the best I've had! I also added the pancakes, because - duh. The cinnamon syrup was out of this world! Hubby loved his hash situation as well. The seasonal crepes were an add-on just try, and they were fine but nothing worth writing home about, Also, last day so we opted out of cocktails but the coffee was 10/10! read more

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Walked in an hour before closing on a Monday. We are from out of state and this place was on our go to list. Good thing we did not try to get in during the weekend because we hear it gets packed. There were literally only two other groups eating, was great for us. The food was delicious. But let me tell you something, shout out to our waitress Roberta!!!! She was so sweet and courteous and had great recommendations and suggestions. It was a perfect breakfast and she was definitely the cherry on top! Only thing we didn't care for were the drink flights, they tasted watered out but after the delicious country fried steak and the special pancakes we didn't even care! Again , thank you Roberta for your hospitality! read more

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Amazing breakfast spot! Come early if you want to avoid the long line. Either way, it will be worth the wait. This was my favorite breakfast we had in Nashville. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Really enjoyed buttermilk pancakes. Delicious. Real maple syrup and the cinnamon cream was a very nice addition. Did not care for the scrambled eggs because they do them on a flat top and they weren't fluffy and scrambled like I think a scrambled egg should be so I'll just stick to the pancakes from now on. But it's a great stop. It's very family friendly for a great place just to get a good breakfast. The only bad thing was parking cost nine dollars. It made it very difficult to try to find a place on the street so that's the downside. read more

We were in town for a conference and I had to try this place based on reviews. It has a diner feel to it when you walk in, but the pancakes were AMAZING. I tried the mint pancakes and Buddy the Elf himself would have been pleased with them. The pancakes were moist, the white and milk chocolate was delicious. The best part wqs the crushed candy canes!!! My husband got the sweet potato pancakes and cleaned his plate. He raved about them and the hash browns were just like my Momma used to make. Our server was friendly and took great care of us. Next time we are in Nashville, we will definitely be back. read more

Staple of Nashville. There usually is a line for pancake pantry on the weekends but they can move quick. Service was quick. Packed house so a bit noisy but didn't stop my table from being able to converse and have a good time. Good ambiance. Lesson learned though as I do not like peanut butter on my pancakes but that's not the restaurants fault. I still enjoyed everything and recommend this breakfast spot to anyone read more

The Pancake Pantry - Peanut butter and chocolate chip pancakes - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This place is soooo good! No reservations are excepted here, so be prepared to stand in line. The line does move quick. You can park in the back, it is paid parking, BUT, look for the QR code when you walk in and get a discount on the parking! Ok, when I come here around Christmas I turn into a kid for Breakfast!!! I start off with Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows to get me warm!!! Then I get the Holiday Pancakes, they add peppermints and pieces of chocolate bark that are melted on top! Then add some delicious holiday syrup on top!!!! Kids like it, but this Buddy the Elf was all over it! Then a side of home fries with onions, crispy bacon and Cheese!!!! So good! Service was awesome! This place has been around since 1961, this is the GOAT for Breakfast! If you are visiting Nashville put this place on your must try list, if you live in Nashville what are you waiting on!!! read more

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