The Original Pancake House

1931 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205-2603, United States

🛍 Brunch, Waffles, American, Creperies

4.3 💬 9262 Reviews
The Original Pancake House

Phone: +12059338837

Address: 1931 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205-2603, United States

City: Birmingham

Menu Dishes: 27

Reviews: 9262

Website: https://www.originalpancakehouse.com/phloc_al.html

"I came here to try the gluten-free pancakes since some reviewers spoke so highly of them. We were seated right away but had to wait for waitress to serve us. Her name was Cassandra. We ordered one order of gluten-free pancakes to split and I asked for extra butter. Not only did Cassandra not bring the extra butter but she also didn't bring an extra plate. She asked us if we wanted an extra plate. Well of course! And extra butter too please. She gave us an extra plate but no extra butter. The pancakes were okay. The syrup was bland and the coffee was bitter. The sausage links were pretty good. We did get our extra butter after asking again. I originally ordered grapefruit juice but they were out of it. So I ordered coffee. You know what happened when we got the check. She had not removed the grapefruit juice and added the coffee. She said that was because the coffee cost more that the grapefruit juice. I don't think so. My hubby pointed this out to her and she gave us the difference in change. Overall I was not impressed."

Full menu - 27 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Meats

Uncategorized

Side Dishes

Famous Hot Subs

Egg Dishes

Snacks And Sides

Sandwiches

Toast

House Specialties

Pancakes

Complete Breakfast

Choose Any Two Toppings

Side Orders

Healthy Start

Served With Coffee Or Tea And Toast

Breakfast Classics

Starters

Eggs

Meats &Amp;Amp; Sides

Egg Specialties

Melias Melias

The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, and the pancakes are absolutely delicious!

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Reviews

User
User

The cinnamon raisen pancakes were amazing! My daughters loved their chocolate chip pancakes and waffle.


User
User

My fav place in Birmingham to get pancakes and waffles. They have great omelettes too, and the portions are amazing


Nina
Nina

Absolutely delicious! Their gluten-free pancakes were fantastic! This is a must-visit spot for anyone who loves breakfast! View menu


User
User

Great casual breakfast. Swedish pancake with lingonberries and a small side of cheese grits. The staff is attentive. I'll be back!


Jereth
Jereth

Chris was our server — he was absolutely fantastic. Fast, friendly, and attentive. Despite being understaffed and overrun for the breakfast rush, this guy crushed it!!


User
User

Solid choice for a classic breakfast. I didn't find anything we had as spectacular (however, my paradigm is that it is hard to wow me with any breakfast item). Everything was well prepared and the flavor was good. Ambiance is what you would expect for a pancake house that has been around 50 years. Service was pleasant and took good care of us. View menu


User
User

It was a good breakfast spot! Extremely busy and the wait was a bit long but it was good food in the end. The omelette isn't a French omelette but it was nice and very filling, they can feed two people if needed as they come with pancakes too. We also had the peach pancakes, which is essentially a regular pancake with a nice peach spread on top of them. All of the food was good and would recommend it if you enjoy breakfast foods!


User
User

I visited this place on 3/2/2022. Parking can be a challenge if you out of town and not familiar. I ordered the dutch baby, scrambled eggs and bacon. Wow!! Just Wow!! The dutch baby was perfect, creamy,tasty, and crispy. It came with lemon, butter, and powdered sugar. My husband ordered buttermilk pancakes, turkey sausage and scrambled eggs. Pancakes were soft, buttery, flaky and the eggs were the scrambled soft (like we love them) with a hint of butter and salt. Only complaint, we are coffee lovers and the coffee was weak. The reason I give 4 stars ... When we entered the restaurant, staff were confused as to who could sit and who could stay in line. One staff told me to sit and another tol...


User
User

I came here to try the gluten-free pancakes since some reviewers spoke so highly of them. We were seated right away but had to wait for waitress to serve us. Her name was Cassandra. We ordered one order of gluten-free pancakes to split and I asked for extra butter. Not only did Cassandra not bring the extra butter but she also didn't bring an extra plate. She asked us if we wanted an extra plate. Well of course! And extra butter too please. She gave us an extra plate but no extra butter. The pancakes were okay. The syrup was bland and the coffee was bitter. The sausage links were pretty good. We did get our extra butter after asking again. I originally ordered grapefruit juice but they were... View menu

Birmingham

Birmingham

Birmingham, a vibrant city in Alabama, offers classic Southern cuisine like barbecue ribs and fried green tomatoes, along with a burgeoning food scene featuring gourmet dining and craft breweries.

Categories

  • Brunch A delightful blend of breakfast and lunch dishes featuring classic favorites and creative twists. Enjoy savory options like eggs benedict or opt for sweet treats like fluffy pancakes and fresh fruit.
  • Waffles Golden, fluffy waffles cooked to perfection; ideal for sweet or savory cravings. Enjoy them topped with fresh fruits, syrup, or your choice of accompaniments for a delicious and satisfying treat at any time of day. View menu
  • American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.
  • Creperies Delight in our savory and sweet crepes, crafted with delicate, paper-thin pancakes and filled with an array of delicious ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, every bite is a taste of bliss.

Amenities

  • Kids
  • Cafe
  • menu
  • Seating
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  • Romantic

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