Blueberry lemon was to die for! Our server Michelle exceeded our expectations. She truly made our experience so much fun & personal! The atmosphere here was so awesome!! Absolutely coming again with friends & family! Also there burgers are top tier definitely try one! read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - The food here was amazing the pancake of the month, Blueberry lemon was to die for! - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

We had Michelle as a server. Not only was she incredibly sweet, she was super thoughtful in the way she took care of us. Cracking jokes and just making sure we were comfortable. You can feel when somebody's faking it, Michelle was 100% genuine. What a great time. Thank you, Michelle read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

Definitely a fun place to experience once. Cooking your own pancakes at the table is unique and pretty cool. However, it gets extremely hot inside with no A/C or fans, and the prices are ridiculous. Almost $100 for breakfast for two! I can't imagine the bill for a family with kids. Cool experience, but definitely a one-time visit for me. read more

What went well? Where to start? My son and I had talked about visiting the Old Sugar Mill a lot when planning this long weekend here in Deland. NOT DISAPPOINTED! Of course being at a Florida Spring is always good, but add pancakes you cook yourself at the table is just a fun experience. Then we met Michelle. Vibrant, Happy, Full of cheer. Both the kid and I knew we had the right server. She really set the tone for the entire visit and it was 5 Lemon / Blueberry pancakes (yes we took some home for later...stuffed ourselves) were delicious. Thanks Michelle! We'll be back! read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - Pancakes and corn beef hash - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

Great experience - love bringing out of towners here!! Hot morning when we went last and the patio table was broken, sadly. Recommend joining the waitlist On your way! read more

Great food and service the staff was very friendly stopped here for a late night dinner. They have pingo nights and big prizes like a free boat ride Honestly it's such a great location with the swimming area in front of it . read more

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Fun family experience!! The place was about a two hour wait, we registered our name on the list around 9:30 and right by 11:40 we were sitting. Perfect timing for some swim in the awesome spring located directly in front of the pancake house. The pancakes were good, it was more of an experience than anything. Some of the other menu items were burgers, Philly cheese steaks, quesadillas and other sandwich options. In Our table two people had pancakes, two had cheese burgers and one had the Philly cheesesteak. Overall the food was tasty, the service was good and our server kind. We enjoyed this place, though next time we might do their express window for pick up since we already completed the full experience. read more

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Love the food and fun to do! Good quality pancake batter and delicious syrup! Our server was excellent! He was so patient with our little group! It's very hot inside with the griddles going but worth it and you can cool off in the spring afterwards! The only complaint is the wait! Over 2 hours! So be prepared to wait! read more

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Been looking to come here for a decade. The building was built in 1900. It's an awesome experience, great prices and located inside a state park. If you order eggs, pancakes or French toast you cook them yourself on the griddle at the table. read more

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Since I wasn't hungry I decided to just order a coffee. If you want to eat at this really cool restaurant you will have to make sure you make a reservation and go on a boat tour or get in the springs and come back because it does take a while to be called but I heard the food is amazing here. I ordered a caramel iced coffee with cold foam and it tasted great but they don't offer straws only a spoon. I would definitely like to come back to have the food here. read more

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This place is AMAZING. The pancakes are delicious with lots of batter options including gluten free. The toppings are very expensive tho, it's like $5 per cup of toppings for like one banana. Also the waitress was not super happy and was a little rude. We did the valentines special so there was no wait, but I've heard the wait can be 3-4 hours easily. Cute ambiance, a little dark I really liked the hot chocolate. They did NOT offer real maple syrup on the menu. I had to buy a jar of it there which was $20. I'm surprised for a place like this they don't offer it read more

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There have been mixed reviews on this place. But we had a great experience. This is a cool concept where you can order AYCE pancakes and make them yourself at the tabletop griddle. As well as cook your own eggs! We had fun doing this. They cook any meat for you. There was a ton of pancake batter. We had 3 each and still had enough to take 4 large ones to go. That's right, any batter left can be used for to go pancakes! The staff was super friendly and helpful. They had syrup, and 3 different local homes to use! We had fun. This was a very reasonably priced place for some breakfast. read more

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So adorable! Cute concept with the hot plate built in the table where you make your own pancakes. The building is charming with old Florida country vibe. Great service and clean. The food was good too. Worth checking out if you're in the area for the park and Spring. read more

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Emma was our server, she was new to the game and has a great personality for serving! Pancake flavor for this month was out of this world with cinnamon and candied pecans. Breakfast sandwich was fresh and bacon cooked exactly how I like it. Corned hash was dry and it was hard to taste the corned hash. The building is old and rustic, feels like stepping into a grandparents house. Can't wait to come back! read more

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We had such a fantastic experience at Old Sugar Mill Pancake House -- truly one of those "worth it" kind of places. When we arrived at the park ranger station to enter the area, the sign said 3-3.5 hour wait and we honestly almost turned around. We ended up being the last people they were going to seat for the day. We arrived around 2:30 PM and were seated about 3:30 PM (they close at 4), and I'm so glad we stuck it out. The service was outstanding -- friendly, efficient, welcoming, and genuinely hustling to take care of everyone despite how busy it was. You could tell the staff cared about keeping things moving and making sure guests still had a great experience. That alone made the wait feel totally justified. The setting doesn't hurt either -- the springs are absolutely gorgeous. We missed the last boat tour this trip since it leaves at 4, but I've done it in the past and it's excellent -- highly recommend timing your visit earlier if you want to catch that too. All in all, great food, amazing service, beautiful surroundings, and a fun, memorable experience. If you see a crazy wait time, don't panic -- it's worth it. We'll absolutely be back (and earlier next time!). read more

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We had a blast making pancakes on the griddle at the Old Sugar Mill. We were worried about the wait times given the many reviews. We went on a Sunday in August and arrived at about 8:15 am. Our wait time was projected to be 25-30 minutes and we were seated 30 minutes later. Our server was sweet and fairly attentive. The interior is a small cabin-style restaurant. There are fans blowing overhead; it doesn't appear there is AC, so I'd recommend visiting as early in the morning as possible if you're going in the summer. It definitely got warm with the hot griddle, but it was tolerable. This is definitely a unique experience that I'd recommend for Florida couples, families or visitors! read more

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The food was amazing! We had both the buttermilk pancakes and the flavor of the month (brownie) with chocolate chips. Our server was wonderful! Kind, friendly and patient with a first time visitor. The prices were absolutely reasonable and the overall experience was fun and thoroughly enjoyable. The only (slight) drawback was going during the heat of the day with a hot griddle in front of us...it was a lot more than this Minnesota gal is used to. Tip: their wait list can get long - it was 2 1/2 hrs when we arrived - but we got on the list, typed the museum and took the boat cruise and our wait when we got back was only about 20 minutes. They will text you when you're table is ready and, if you let them know you're going on the boat cruise, they will hold your spot if your table is ready before you're back. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Love love love honestly. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the nicest hostess and then immediately sat down at our table. We were lucky to visit at a time where it had just slowed down but we've heard it gets really really packed on weekends and during summer time so prepare yourself to wait. Everyone is so polite and attentive we truly felt at home. I've truly never been happier to cook my own breakfast! Michelle was our server and she was the sweetest and constantly made sure we were taken care of. I loved how it truly feels so historic and sitting inside a mill. read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - Outside - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

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We had a great time at the Sugar Mill! The pancakes and sausage were delicious and our server Maddy was so sweet! (We hope you'll visit Maine sometime, Maddy! Had a great time! read more

This was my first time eating at Old Sugar Mill and it did not disappoint. Our server Michelle was great and made our experience easy and fun! I'll definitely be back! read more

Wonderful experience! Michelle was lovely and so attentive. I love that we make our own pancakes. Will definitely be back!

What a different way to experience dining! This place is special and beautiful! The view- amazing! There are family activities to do after you eat breakfast. Swimming, boat tour, watching wildlife and nature! We definitely be back ! read more

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Michelle was the best server! The place is amazing and we will definitely be back! I got the buttermilk pancakes and the corned beef hash. Both are worth it! read more

We recently visited The Old Sugar Mill Pancake House and unfortunately had a disappointing experience. I've been here multiple times in the past and always loved it. I moved back from Colorado recently, and this was my first time coming in probably five or six years. I was genuinely excited to come back. I even brought a friend who flew in from Colorado because I remembered how fun it is to cook your own pancakes on the griddle in the middle of the table. It's such a unique experience, and I personally love the buckwheat pancakes. About an hour before closing, since they close at 4 pm, I called to make sure we could still be seated. The person who answered tried to tell me they were "shutting everything down," even though it was still well within posted business hours. I let her know we would come quickly and not linger. We arrived around 3:22 pm and were seated by Emily. She asked if we were the ones who called, and when I said yes ma'am, she began loudly pushing chairs into other tables in a way that felt irritated. The kitchen is open to the dining area, and while grabbing pancake batter from the refrigerator she sarcastically said, "It's not like I wanted to go home or anything." It was loud enough for us to clearly hear from our table. We ordered immediately and tried to be respectful of the time. We were finished around 3:45 pm, well before closing. Emily even offered that we could finish cooking the rest of the pancakes and take them home. To lighten the mood, I may or may not have made a very creatively shaped pancake in an attempt to get a smile. She did soften a bit toward the end, which I appreciated. I completely understand wanting to go home at the end of a shift. We all do. But if closing time is 4 pm, guests arriving before then should not feel like an inconvenience for being there during posted business hours. I was really looking forward to sharing a fun experience with my friend, and it just felt tense instead. The food was still good, and I still love the concept. I just hope future guests don't feel like they're rushing against someone else's clock. Ps: was sad their bagel cream cheese and cucumber sandwich is gone. Any other time I would've given this a 5 star experience in previous visits. read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - Outside view with 100 yr old trees - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

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Beware... We never had the opportunity to try the food. Paid the $6 entrance fee to the park In order to get to the restaurant. The sign indicated "no wait" However, once entering the restaurant we were told there was a 2 hour wait. The ranger told us it was up to the restaurant to notify them of the wait list where they update the signage to indicate the wait time. Upon leaving and attempting to get our fee back we were told the aforementioned and thanked for our "donation to the park" smh read more

My adult daughter and I came to visit this past saturday. Start to finish the experience was a pleasurable with the exception of it being quite warm in there, It is understandable because of the griddles on each table. Still, we had so much fun. Notably, the service was impeccable. Michelle was over the top awesome and she was training Jeremy who was also equally awesome. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you so much for sharing your great place with the community and helping us create great memories. read more

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Excellent place to hangout for breakfast. It's a bit of a drive from Orlando but work it imo. It is pricy but we didn't care. The experience was worth it read more

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Cool place and fun concept. We enjoyed it a lot. Would recommend.".....................,,.......

I have been waiting years to do this and finally my time has come! This was an amazing experience whether talking about the service, the quality of food or the enjoyment of flipping around some pancakes on a griddle inserted to the middle of a table. The atmosphere was full of that cozy comfort energy I expected when eating in an Old Sugar Mill. read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - having fun with Pancakes - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

It's an amazing place to eat great food amazing service in this waitresses and servers are also amazing

The setting is great. The fact that it's an old mill with history near the water which now has a swimming pool for the kids all in a nice park setting is pretty cool. You do have to enter the park though and pay the Park fee to get to the restaurant The online "waiting line" is a must because when you do that, you get a head start, I was shocked to see how long the waits are. It obviously is consistently busy because even the ticket house has a sign that tells you the approximate wait time. I was so grateful by the time we got there and we're walking around the park with the kids. We were already in line. Just be sure and check in with the hostess when you arrive to let her know you are indeed on site. The food is super fun. The fact that you can order all you can eat pancakes that you make on the griddle when you order the French toast it comes with the bread and the egg wash, you dip it. You cook it super fun experience with the kids. The pancake batter is pretty thick so if you like it thinner, you might need to make that request. You get to cook the eggs on the griddle too. The orange juice does not taste like it's fresh probably from frozen I had a coffee cold brew with the cold foam and that was decent. Maple syrup and honey on the table, but you can also ask to add toppings like fruit. read more

Old Sugar Mill Pancake House - The grandkids standing in front of the restaurant - American Near Me - De Leon Springs, Florida

What can we fix, Everything, service was terrible one glass of tea for 6.95. Had the Cuban sandwich which was the best thing of the visit. The waitress was a dragon of a woman and hope she can find some happiness in her life. The ambiance was super hot and loud people think they have to scream at each other . Don't think we will be going back to this place!!!!! read more

Michelle is a fantastic server! If at all possible ask for her. Mel is so kind and treats the staff with respect. Great place to walk around waiting to be seated. There is no air conditioning so beware of how hot it gets when making your own food. Loved the experience!! read more

I Love this place, and come here when we get a chance. I came here as a child, brought kids and grandchildren, today it was an old couple's day out...I enjoy the history (60 plus years for me, 200 plus for the site). I like the food. Emily, was our waitress, and she made every little thing perfect. Thank you Emily! read more

It has been a very long time since we were here. I use to take my children there all the time and it brought back so many good memories to see that I am now able to take my grandchildren and my mom for the first time. Our server Emily was very gracious and kind and made the experience even more memorable. I am so happy that this business was reopened. I give it a 10 star!!! read more

My son & I came here for breakfast after our pontoon ride in the summertime and it was so hot inside. The service was ok. I had no idea I had to cook my own eggs. It's bare bones and really just for making your own pancakes. It's loud and definitely a kid place. Kids were screaming and yelling. If you want to cook your own food, definitely go! I can make pancakes at home for a lot less. read more

What a fantastic experience at Old Sugar Mill Pancake House! We arrived around 10am on a Saturday and were put on the waitlist. It took about 1.5 hours for our name to be called, but it wasn't a problem since we could track our progress via Yelp's waitlist feature and see how many parties were ahead of us. Super convenient! The atmosphere inside is charming and historic. Keep in mind there's no AC, so be prepared if you're visiting in the summer months. Once seated, the all-you-can-eat pancakes were $8.99 per person, and the toppings were $3 each. We shared a chocolate topping, and it was perfect! It was a unique experience making our own pancakes at the table! We ate sooo many pancakes!! They were simple and delicious! We also ordered a side of home fries ($4.95) and biscuits & gravy ($7.95), both of which were amazing. The mimosa for $7 was a nice touch, too! It's great that they have a concession stand outside to order off the rest of the menu (if you don't want to wait for the pancakes). Service was fantastic. Our server checked in on us frequently, and there's an automatic 18% gratuity (which we didn't mind at all). Overall, Old Sugar Mill Pancake House is a must-visit if you're in De Leon Springs. Just be ready to wait, but with the beautiful springs, it's easy to pass the time. Can't wait to come back! read more

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The pancake batter is watery, the other food usually takes forever and is burnt when they bring it to you. I got sticker shock for what we paid for a terrible meal. Also unless you go in like January or February you will be sweating the whole time. The service was fine. Otherwise I'd say skip it. read more

This place is a treat for natives and tourists. It is NOT fine dining! Yes it is primarily all you can eat pancakes for under $10 buuttt you have to griddle them yourself. Cook your own eggs too, and pay extra for any extras. The place is small and it is an old genuine sugar mill converted to this sit down rustic diner. Wait staff is helpful and hustling and they should be, the guest check for "1 or more" has an 18% gratuity added automatically. Go, so you can say you did, but know it's less about the food and more about the experience with friends and family. read more

Cool concept, terrible execution. You can cook your own pancakes and eggs on a griddle at the table. Kudos to them for the concept, but the restaurant has no A/C (yes, in Florida, in the summer), just a few struggling fans. It was boiling inside. We were a group of six. Four meals came out first, the other two 20 minutes later. The waiter apologized and said those would be free, which we thought was quite nice of him. However, he ended up just giving us 10% off on the 2 plates without an explanation. The manager said "he shouldn't have said that" and refused to help. I ordered the Mill Breakfast with ham and wheat toast. Everything was okay; the only differential was the fact that I got to fry my own eggs and grill my already cooked ham. I guess they keep it simple to keep the prices low, which is understandable. In sum, entrees are cheap (under $10), the concept is fun, but you'll pay in sweat and frustration. Go early, sit near the door, and don't even bother trying to make a reservation because the website doesn't work. read more