The Original Pancake House
American • $$
Serves a variety of breakfast dishes including pancakes, skillets, omelettes, and unique options like Dutch pancakes.
Ranked #21 out of 87 American restaurants in Lake View, Chicago
Features the #2 of 44 Breakfast Eggs & Platters, plus 1 more top-ranked dish
apple pancakes
#3 of 72 Pancakes in the area
The apple pancakes are thick, fluffy, and filled with gooey goodness, making them a must-try for sharing.
dutch baby
#2 of 44 Breakfast Eggs & Platters in the area
The Dutch baby impresses with its light, fluffy texture, topped with powdered sugar, fresh lemon, and delicious strawberry compote.
chocolate chip pancakes
Thin, chewy chocolate chip pancakes with a light and airy texture, often paired with crispy bacon and whipped cream, receive high praise.
pancakes (all varieties)
Fluffy pancakes with great flavor consistently receive praise, making them a standout choice for breakfast lovers.
Overall Flavor — Good
What’s a flavor score?Service — Good
Benny's notes: Massive portions of flavorful pancakes and skillets, along with attentive service make this a popular breakfast destination despite occasional wait times.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
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Phone
(773) 929-8130Hours
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