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    Ol' South Pancake House

    3.6 (1.5k reviews)
    Open Open 24 hours
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Dinner time at Ol South
    Chuck M.

    One of my organizations booked Ol' South's wonderful private room for our monthly meeting. They're recently updated the room, it looks great. Ashley, our server, came in and welcomed us with a big smile. We knew we were in good hands for the evening's visit. I've been dining at Ol' South for over 5 decades. I love their German Pancakes. I have my idea how many of them I've enjoyed over the decades. Of course, Even though it was an evening meeting, I ordered a German Pancake. They're so decadent swimming in butter, powdered sugar and freshly squeezed lemon juice. While waiting for my order, I enjoy a cup of Ol' South's wonderful coffee. After a brief wait, Ashley delivered my German Pancake to our table. I never get tired watch the servers assemble the pancake tableside. It was SO wonderful, I never get tired of the deliciousness of Ol' South's German Pancakes. Thank you Ashley and Ol's South for the wonderful visit. Ashley, you took expert care of our party of 20+.

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    Good service. However, chicken fried steak breading was undercooked. Our waitress was nice but not impressed with the food..

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    Kae J.

    Good, simple food. Decent price. Excellent service. The food was exactly what we thought it would be. My eggs and bacon were perfectly cooked. My husband ordered the Benedict and the sauce was yummy. The German pancake was copious! Everything was tasty. Would return if I were in the area

    Great coffee, especially for a diner.
    Lizzy R.

    It's not often we are in the area for ol' south pancake house and there NOT be a huge wait... we scored with a brunch time meal on a Monday. The food is always solid- can't go wrong with pretty much anything on the menu. Our server was new, did okay but was not attentive and we had to had several times for our coffee to be refilled. It was a great brunch stop at a trusted tried and true diner.

    Inside seating on a Sunday morning.
    Joshua H.

    Came back in after far too long of a hiatus since our first visit here which we enjoyed. Wife and were determined to come in for some Sunday breakfast hotcakes and we sure did. I got the famous German pancake and my wife the seasonal pumpkin pancake combo with eggs and bacon. We had a 10 minute wait up on arrival at 945am so not bad. It takes 35 minutes for our food to come out after placed our order which was really long compared to the first time we came. Beyond that we loved our meals big time! So good! Nothing quite like that big lemonny chewy German pancake all folded up. The pumpkin hotcakes are moist and chewy also, full of real pumpkin flavor and drizzled with a light frosting and caramel sauce. Not a crumb was left after we finished. Our server Stacy was amazing the whole time as well by checking on us and assuring us the food was coming soon. Super kind and helpful staff member. Beyond really long wait times, this place continues to be a weekend breakfast staple for us when in town.

    German Pancake (it looks better when they bring it but the extra fold over really meshes the flavors)
    Areon J.

    Great food and awesome service/ hospitality, the vibe is pretty classic old style. Open seating but not too cramped. We had the german style pancakes (dont add the blueberries), they are nice and fluffy and take you on a fun ride of savory, sweet and then sour to tie it all together! veggie omelette was delicious. And the price was very respectable. Would come again.

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    Monica U.

    Classic, old school, 24-hour pancake house. This place gets busy, so be warned. We came on a Sunday around 830 am and didn't have to wait, but by the time we left it was really busy and the wait was long. Our server was friendly and attentive, food came out hot and fast, and everything was solid! Portions are large. This is a beloved local joint. It's not meant to be a cool or flashy place. It's old, which has its own charm, and with friendly service and decent food, it's a staple.

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    We didn't get straws at first Sticky silver ware Stuff on the table The bacon taste like plastic

    Kelvin Z.

    Ol' South Pancake House? Of course I got the famous German Pancakes! Well... no, I actually did not. Instead, I got the breakfast tacos. I had just finished a night shift that would lead into the weekend. I decided to treat myself. I'm usually more of a savory person and was in the mood for some breakfast tacos. It was about five AM around the time. This was one of the few spots that was open. It was pouring outside at the time, but nothing was going to stop me. I picked up my order and got back home. You get three large breakfast tacos. There's eggs, potatoes, some onions, and I got chorizo, all on a warm flour tortilla. I'd say it's an above average breakfast taco. It's hard to mess up when all these ingredients are already delicious on their own. The salsa that comes with it goes well - provides a nice acidity to counterbalance the savoriness of the taco. Overall, would come again. The draw for me in this visit particularly was the fact that it's open 24 hours.

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    Alan P.

    I want to give this an update after my last review. I think I just came in a bad day last time. Coffee was great, great service, I love how close it is to the Southside medical district. Also, sometimes it's hard to find a decent diner that is open all the time like this one, so points for that. YMMV but I'll recommend it!

    Erick W.

    This is a comfortable place open 24x7 except they closed this evening for maintenance and will open again at 6am! Sort a bummed because we always enjoy visiting. They are quick - kitschy - delicious - a historic and cool place to visit and have wonderful service with a smile and great reputation. See ya next time!

    Phillip E. S.

    Been ages since I've eaten here. Friend wanted to meet for lunch, and our first choice is closed until January 5th. To our surprise, we were promptly seated and waited on by our server Cassandra. She was absolutely phenomenal as a server. I will most certainly ask for her the next time I eat here. I ordered the chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, mac-n-cheese, and coffee. Utterly delicious! The steak was also very tender. Of course, the place was busy and loud. My friend and I had a great time of fellowship nonetheless. Please eat here and ask for Cassandra.

    Chicken and Waffle
    Carlotta L.

    I love that this restaurant is open 24/7 and has also been around since the early 60s. I definitely wanted to have some down home Good breakfast. In this restaurant certainly did not disappoint. The pancakes were fluffy, the waffle was crispy and fluffy, the chicken was good, the bacon was perfection. Our waitress was absolutely amazing. She was patient and explained the menu to us. This place is a staple in Fort Worth and I would definitely recommend to check it out if ever in the area!

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    Ask the Community - Ol' South Pancake House

    Did a lady named Lisa use to own this establishment my mom was friends with her in the 80'& 90's?

    I'm sorry but I don't know. I just started going there.

    Do they have a gluten-free or "no gluten-containing ingredients" pancake option?

    Yes the Buckwheat pancakes are "No gluten-containing ingredients"

    Does this place accept reservations? Is there a private room for large groups/ parties?

    Yes! My group over 20 went here a few months ago and we had our own room. They took care of us and they are able to accommodate. I have pictures on my review for reference

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    Old Neighborhood Grill

    4.3(159 reviews)
    0.9 miTCU/West Cliff
    $$

    We are always looking for a classic Southern "plate lunch" restaurant, & Old Neighborhood Grill…read moredelivers! My guess is 200 menu options are available (e.g., pot roast, burgers, veggie plates, tacos...). TIP: Head to the counter, order/pay, pick table, & waitstaff brings your order to you. Staff is SO friendly! Food is not quick, but it's worth it bc it's prepared for you so arrives hot & delicious. Ambience is late 80s/90s frozen in time. There is a tv to watch the news & sports. Maybe 15 tables inside. Location is just off 8th, a few blocks south of Rosedale/Magnolia. Private parking in-front. Definitely worth a visit!!!

    My husband and I come here a lot. It's a cute and homey restaurant where you order at the counter…read moreand they bring you your food. There are two interior dining areas and a few bistro type tables on the sidewalk in front. My husband comes here for their chicken fried steak and loves it. I decided that today I would get a BLT since I had seen a good review on it. They definitely didn't hold back on the bacon. It was crunchy which is the way I like it, but may not be for everyone. I just wish the lettuce and tomato was more proportioned to the bacon. After eating a few bites I had to open the sandwich to make sure there was tomato in it, and there was but it was a small thinly sliced portion. So, the sandwich was good but the B overpowered the L and T. Food came out promptly even though is was a busy lunch service. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back.

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    Come for the small dinner feel with Big Taste

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    Rogers Roundhouse

    4.4(475 reviews)
    0.3 miTCU/West Cliff
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    Absolutely a pleasure. Came here because we were traveling through with our dog and needed a decent…read moredog friendly patio to stop at. Not only are they dog friendly, but they are dog welcoming and even brought her out a bowl of water. We tried a few of the appetizers and not a single one disappointed. We also got a beer and a cider. The service was extremely quick and our server, Cyn, was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and just overall great! The whole place has cool vibes and is a nice place to patio sit or sit indoors if you choose. Plenty of choices for anyone to enjoy!

    Stopped in for a quick bite, completely forgetting it was March Madness. Rookie mistake by me. The…read moreplace was packed, but somehow we scored a great seat with zero wait time. Our server, Camille, was fantastic. Warm, attentive, and on her game even in the middle of the chaos. I ordered the buffalo nuggets, and let me tell you... they were legitimately the best I've ever had. My husband went for the wagyu burger and declared it perfect. So perfect, in fact, that he made a happy plate and sat there looking proud of himself like one of our grand children who just finished all their broccoli. Being new to the area, we're still finding our go‑to spots and this one officially made the list. We'll most certainly be back.

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    Rogers Roundhouse - About to watch the Ladies Iowa vs LSU Game with a Side of Fried Pickles.

    About to watch the Ladies Iowa vs LSU Game with a Side of Fried Pickles.

    Rogers Roundhouse - BYO NACHOS with chicken

    BYO NACHOS with chicken

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    Hg Sply - Grass-Fed Bison Meatballs with Honey-Garlic Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato Hash

    Hg Sply

    4.1(768 reviews)
    0.2 miTCU/West Cliff
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    FRESH & DELICIOUS I had the freshest meal I've ever had in…read moremy life last night! It was a first date and he chose the restaurant. Perfect choice! 1) BEST Street Corn fresh off the cob, seasoned to perfection 2) BEST Golden mashed potatoes that melted in my mouth with every bite. They were yellow and not bleached white. The flavor was amazing! 3) BEST Broccoli on earth. I don't know what they did to this broccoli that made me want to lick the plate, but if I could prepare it like this, I would eat broccoli every single day. 4) the grass fed steak was so tender that they don't serve it with a steak knife. They served it with a regular butter knife. That is how tender the beef was. 5) Our server was amazing as so friendly and knowledgeable. I never have had a meal that taste it so fresh and not overly seasoned but season two perfection on everything I ate from the appetizer of conchinita nachos to my entrée I can't wait to try their smoked chicken salad

    Our service was great this entire experience. She was really nice and helpful. The bison meatball…read moreappetizers were excellent! The marinara was prepared very well and the meat was soft and delicious. The sourdough bread was so good as well. The crispy chicken sandwich was different. I don't think there is a way that the chef would have known this but the chicken breast was a woody chicken breast. This means that there was a quality issue with the chicken because it was tough to cut and almost impossible to bite into. I wasn't able to eat the chicken so I ate the cole slaw and bread along with the fries. They did offer to bring me something else but at that point I was over it. My partner had sliced chicken breast with Brussel sprouts, rice and beans. His meal was excellent and I'd have that again. The Brussel sprouts were perfectly prepared and the beans were so good.

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    Hg Sply - Indoor dining area

    Indoor dining area

    Hg Sply - Pasture-Raised Beef Filet with Honey-Garlic Brussels Sprouts and Coconut Cauliflower

    Pasture-Raised Beef Filet with Honey-Garlic Brussels Sprouts and Coconut Cauliflower

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