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    Masters Pancake House

    3.8 (124 reviews)
    InexpensivePancakes
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    MASTERS PANCAKE HOUSE ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Julio G.

    Came here after the gym and will say it's a must. The service is good, bilingual which is a plus in my book. The menu had a good amount of options but I went with the Mexican skillet and couldn't pass up the tres leche churro French toast. All were amazing! But the whole vibe of the place was welcoming for myself and other customers coming and going. 4/5

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    Syd G.

    We were in town on a business trip and looking for a good breakfast by Midway airport. Well, the reviews led us here and didn't let us down. This is a simple mom n pop restaurant and we felt at home when we walked in. Simple folks enjoying their breakfasts and staff that was very friendly. I opted for the 3 egg meat plate and that included the French toast. A nominal charge for the blueberries. I loved it all. The polish sausage though was AWESOME . The flavor was nothing like I've ever had and so genuine. I could eat a whole plate of that. All this and a very reasonable price. This will be my breakfast go to when flying out of Midway!

    Sausage, bacon, eggs, and pancakes. All for $13
    Michael C.

    Great food and fast and friendly service. You definitely get your money's worth and more. I highly recommend Masters

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    Monica L.

    Hey fellow Yelp users! I went to Masters Pancake House on 7/05/24 (Friday) for brunch. This was my first time coming here and I was so excited. I came at a perfect time (a little before 11 am) and I was able to get a table with no wait. Around 11 am, it started to get a little busy and some people had to wait for a table. Food: The food was really good. I was indecisive because they had so many great options to choose from. I was debating between the Two by Two or the Cinnamon Swirl Platter. I ended up getting the Cinnamon Swirl Platter (2 eggs, 3 cinnamon French toast, & choice of 3 bacon or sausage). I would definitely get it again. Atmosphere: I loved the atmosphere. It gives me old school diner vibes. I love me a good mom & pop restaurant. Customer Service: I thought the customer service was absolutely great. All the waiters I came across were very polite and were very attentive in refilling drinks which is awesome. Parking: It's located in a small plaza with a nail salon and a few other businesses. When I arrived, I found plenty of parking. I can assume & would say parking is hit or miss on a busy day. Overall Experience: Overall, I had a great experience at Masters Pancake House. The food was really good, the prices were very affordable, and the customer service was really great. It's definitely a breakfast/brunch spot and closes early. I would highly recommend this place if you're craving breakfast food. I hope this review helps Masters Pancake House & its current and future customers. Have an amazing day!

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    Kabrina B.

    The food was excellent. The egg was a little well done for my taste, and I hate folded eggs. Other than that, it was delicious. The. The waffle sandwich was half a waffle; I missed that part. I would have liked a whole waffle with the eggs and bacon. All my food needed additional seasonings. I had to add salt and pepper for taste to the egg, and potatoes. The bacon was what I call paper thin, in the future ill order a side of bacon. The service was attentive and very welcoming. The space is awesome. A good spot to meet and chat while having a great meal. I do recommend this spot. If you are on your way to midway Airport, its perfect for a quick bite leaving or returning.

    Adela M.

    I forgot to review this whole in the wall breakfast restaurant when I was in Chicago but looking at my pictures it was definitely a memorable meal. We were looking for areal diner in the midway area and came across masters. The staff was friendly and the menu was hearty. It was busy in there for a random Thursday, we came towards the end of breakfast. It did take a while for the food to come out but once out everything was great. They refilled the coffee cups often, which is nice. Overall nice experience and everyone said their food was good.

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    The food was lovely, and incredibly flavorful and filling for the price. I was honestly shocked to see a place in Chicago this cheap and this decent, the interior is also quite pretty. Waiter was also super sweet! Stopped by multiple times to refill drinks, and just check in.

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    Taura B.

    I'm here at Master's Pancake House 5265 S Cicero, Chicago, IL not far from midway airport trying something different and out of my area. The customer service was amazing the food was ok.. I had three eggs over easy, hashbrowns, a ribeye medium well and French toast. The ribeye was not seasoned that well but it was tender. My hashbrowns were a bit darker than I prefer and not seasoned as well.. The French Toast was just ok.. they have a Friday French Toast special and a Wednesday Waffle special. I'm not mad at it but I was not really impressed by the food.. It's really cute in here and the customer service was exceptional.. I ate the food I just wasn't really impressed.. The portions were nice and if on the way to the airport and there is time I would try it again. But I wouldn't make this a first choice.

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    Pancakes were great and the staff was friendly and quick. Great little breakfast stop on my way to Midway Airport.

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    Their food is fabulous. I had the Vinny a! I can't wait to come to Chicago and have it again.

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    Decent spot for breakfast. Nothing fancy although, the food was really good. Service was professional, quick and prompt.

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    Interior the day after Valentine's Day

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