The Original Pancake House
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About
The Original Pancake House — top-tier american in Gold Coast. The walls could tell stories. Staff knows what to recommend, and quick and efficient. "The breakfast food was just as impressive: fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared" — Kimo
Experience Breakdown
Tasia Conway (FEMALETWEETY)
211 reviews
“The way they can flip tables and get their customers in and out happily is a perfect skill to have”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
Location
22 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL 60611
What 2,492+ diners say about The Original Pancake House
“Such good food. The local hot spot. There us even a line to get seated.”
Og Club
Feb 2026
“Amazing experience.”
Amazing experience! Caitlyn provided outstanding service! She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome from start to finish. The breakfast food was just as impressive: fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared. Everything came out quickly and tasted great. Excellent service paired with a great breakfast made this visit a 5-star experience. Highly recommend!
Kimo
Jan 2026
“food: some of the best brunch i’ve had in the city so far, the pancakes were perfect, love the...”
food: some of the best brunch i’ve had in the city so far, the pancakes were perfect, love the variety from sweet to savory that they nail. my meat lovers skillet ale hit the spot and portions are big enough to have leftovers service: staff was very nice ambiance: it’s nice interior, gets very busy so it will be loud and packed
David Ye
Jan 2026
“Best breakfast in Chicago.”
Best breakfast in Chicago! Friendly staff and delicious hot food! Highly recommend!
John Moran
Dec 2025
“I love breakfast spots and this restaurant is the epitome of a fast, easy and delicious place to...”
I love breakfast spots and this restaurant is the epitome of a fast, easy and delicious place to have some pancakes or a huge omelette!
Joshua Osorio
Dec 2025
“The Original Pancake House in Chicago delivers something you don’t expect from a breakfast spot —...”
The Original Pancake House in Chicago delivers something you don’t expect from a breakfast spot — that unmistakable sidewalk café magic you usually only find in Paris. Sitting outside beneath the canopy of trees, watching the neighborhood wake up, feels like stepping into a different world. And the food matches the vibe. These Benedicts were fantastic — perfectly poached eggs, silky hollandaise, and a bed of fresh greens and crispy bacon that brought everything together. Rich, comforting, and beautifully balanced. Between the charm of the neighborhood streets and the quality of the food, this spot is a breakfast delight. A must-visit if you want great food with a side of European café atmosphere.
Eric Hollaway (thatbassvoice)
Nov 2025
“Love this place. I live in Northwest Indiana and we used to have an original pancake house when I...”
Love this place. I live in Northwest Indiana and we used to have an original pancake house when I was growing up. I work in the city, so any time I can treat myself to some breakfast, this is my go-to. The Apple Crepes remain my ultimate favorite dish!!! I dont like sweet things often, but I'll always get it there!
Linda Zamora
Nov 2025
“Seriously amazing blueberry pancakes.”
Seriously amazing blueberry pancakes. Some of the best actual pancake that I've had in a long, long time. Very friendly staff as well! Great atmosphere, just a nice place to sit and eat breakfast.
Jacob Greene
Oct 2025
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Original Pancake House – Breakfast on Another Level.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Original Pancake House – Breakfast on Another Level! During this visit to The Original Pancake House, we tried several dishes, and one of our absolute favorites was the Western Skillet. It was delicious — full of fresh ingredients, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right. Every bite had that homemade flavor that makes you want to come back. The pumpkin pancakes with chocolate were also amazing — fluffy, soft, and with just the right amount of sweetness. The omelette was flavorful and perfectly cooked as well. The restaurant has that classic, cozy vibe, with friendly and fast service. You can tell they really care about making every breakfast a great experience. If you’re in Chicago, The Original Pancake House is a must-visit spot for an outstanding breakfast or brunch. Highly recommended!
Pablo Hernandez
Oct 2025
“We ate breakfast here every morning we were in Chicago.”
We ate breakfast here every morning we were in Chicago. It was sooooooooo good. Service was exceptional. I don’t know how they were able to consistently accommodate such large crowds but they were extremely efficient. The portions here are huge! You get your money’s worth and then some. I watched the manager work and he was simply amazing. Right there supporting his team with a great attitude!
Shirnell Petty
Sep 2025
“Good service , great food .”
Good service , great food . Decor was slightly older and the area itself was small. But overall very happy and would come back!
Emmie Clarke
Aug 2025
“This place is so cozy and inviting.”
This place is so cozy and inviting. We were day immediately and food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. Everything was absolutely delicious.
Ambar Campos
Aug 2025
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