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Original Pancake House

4.0 (486 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Big Apple
D R.

The place was Great. Service was spot on. Aaron was our service personal, He did a great job. Drinks went without asking to be filled. This dessert Apple delight was amazing. Next time in town I will return. Very clean with great atmosphere

Paul E.

I use to come here all the time back in the day when the restaurant scene in West Bloomfield had a limited number of dining options. It has probably been 20 years or so since my last visit and surprisingly very little has changed since than other than the price of food is considerably higher (: . Food quality is still good and they still make some excellent tasty specialties that are a favorite of mine to include the German Apple pancake that I ended up getting on this trip. This has long been a favorite of mine and did not disappoint this time around either. Part breakfast entree, part desert, visually very appealing and a work of art coming out of the oven and oh so tasty. Probably the only thing I was a tad disappointed with was the thick cut bacon I had with my breakfast. I remember it being the highlight of my breakfast in the past and found it to be just OK but not as flavorful as I recall it. Not sure if it is because the bacon is from a different butcher of if the present day competition, and there is some seriously good thick cut bacon in the area, is just that much better and has raised the bar for me on what to expect from a top shelf bacon. In any case, I was quite pleased overall with my meal and definately believe this is still one of the better breakfast joints in the area where you should definately check it out the next time you are in the Birmingham area. As a reccomendation, if it is your first time here get the Big German Apple Pancake or their Dutch Baby as they are so tasty and unique to what other restaurants offer for breakfast in the area. You will not be disappointed!

Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Hashbrowns
April M.

theeeeee BEST breakfast place on planet Earth! There's almost always a line, and for very good reason. Prices are very very reasonable, especially for the generous portions you receive. Their chocolate chip pancakes are heavenly- I got full eating them and when I took them to eat for my breakfast the next morning, the chocolate chips were still ooey gooey. Their orange juice is fresh, and their omelets are large and fluffy too. The staff has always been so courteous and your food comes out so quickly despite how busy the place is. The interior is cozy, old-style. Very family friendly too!

Dave W.

I was actually shocked to see that I had never written a review of this place after years of going here, but it's been quite a while since I've visited, so maybe it shouldn't be such a surprise. I have to start by saying that I've never really bought into the hype about this place. They have a couple of signature items that people always talk about, but I feel like their fame is based on their obnoxiously large portions sizes as opposed to actually being tasty.Beyond that, it is your basic breakfast menu. The decor of the place hasn't changed a bit in 30 years, but the service is always friendly and efficient. I have found that the best way to eat here without getting an excessive amount of food is to order sides - I got two scrambled eggs, a side of sausage and an English muffin. They were fine, but pretty average overall. My wife went for the junior blueberry pancakes, which translates to normal sized pancakes. I'm sure we'll be back because the place is a Birmingham institution, but there are definitely better breakfast places in the area.

Buttermilk Pancakes
Kari A.

This is the perfect no frills breakfast spot! If you're looking for some fancy meal, this is probably not the place for you. BUT, if you're in the mood for a tasty savory omelette, or a perfectly sweet plate of pancakes, this is the spot for you! Service is kind and quick, and even though we went during peak hours, our wait was only 15 minutes (party of 2). Our waitress was so kind and whether we asked for extra straws or napkins, she was so quick to help! I will definitely be coming back!

Buttermilk Pancakes

The food was delicious. The buttermilk pancakes are so sweet and soft. And the restaurant is adorable with their vintage items on display like old ovens and TVs. And my server was very helpful and so nice. The freshly squeezed OJ was wonderful. Lots of pulp but I love pulp.

My "Apple" waffle, just filled with dried out Apple and no filling. Sort of disappointed by the result
Jack T.

A little overrrated. Wait time is too long for the quality of food you actually receive. A glorified Coney Island with a smaller menu. Service is regular and the nostalgia vibe/trinkets in the restaurant are what differentiate it. No alcohol. Good for brunch and groups of 4-8 people.

Santa Fe omelet
Michael T.

Had the Santa Fe Omelet. It was probably one of the better omelettesI've had. It is made with 3 eggs and packed with ingredients such as onion and green pepper. It comes with 3 buttermilk pancakes which I found satisfied the craving without having to order their specialty pancakes (and it was not overly sweet, which is a plus). If you are not craving sweets, but more nutritious and savory, would say skip the "specialty" baked pancakes and go for an omelette of your liking. They are huge and worth it. We got seated right away unlike what some have said that they've had to wait in line. However it took a good 20-25 minutes for the food to arrive after we've ordered. It was about lunch time on a weekday and it was packed but no line outside. Ambiance was Christmas-y both the environment and the staff - fun! Our server was nice but did have a lot of customers to serve and was running around a lot. She basically handed our dish and immediately left, filled our water and immediately left. Just did her job, and quickly. I would come back to try their other omelettes or other breakfast items.

Undercooked. I want French toast, not egg and bread.

THIS LOCATION NEVER gets my order right. Things come undercooked frequently. Bacon - nearly raw. I add notes and nobody reads or follow them. I'm done with this location. Better off going to McDonald's.

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Just regular normal BF. Wait in line and for food is ridiculous!!!! Not sure why this place is special

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2 years ago

My favorite breakfast spot in the world. But for the love of God, please please pleaseeeeee get the shredded hashbrowns back!!!

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I love this place. Service is good. Food is so delicious and consistent. It's a must when you're hungover!

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Great staff and the best breakfast but you need to get there early. Best toast and great French toast.

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Great brunch spot! Came for Father's Day with my F-I-L and had an excellent brunch. It's a small…read moreplace but there is ample seating and they did a ton of take-out. The 6 of us sat near the front and were quickly brought water and coffee. I ordered a breakfast bowl and dad got a waffle with a bunch of fruit. The food was excellent as was the service. We will definitely be back.

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I arrived at Zalman's alone for breakfast which is located within the Kingsley Hotel on iconic…read moreWoodward Avenue (highway #1!) and was greeted promptly by hostess, Sydney. I was a little disappointed initially to be seated at the short bar as it makes me feel like I'm in elementary school due to the height, but this was a busy Saturday morning so I understood as it seems there are limited 2-tops, etc and this visit was at peak hours. It was nice to see the daylight coming through the windows which also made this a relaxing venue. While I was sitting there I was able to observe a lot as the short bar is next to the case displaying many delicious treats. I really laughed to myself as I noticed a couple of future Yelper's (one was 2-year toddler and his probably 4-5 year old sister (possibly celebrating a birthday) make a prompt trip to checkout the dessert offerings first! They were obviously "regulars". I was greeted by one of the wait staff, Mya, who was friendly, served me a coffee and indicated my server would be with me soon. I appreciated seeing the teamwork among the staff. I was eventually served by Owen who was helpful and I ordered an egg white frittata which came with a side of mixed fresh fruit. While I was waiting on my food, I had a vantage point where I could see several entrees come out. I also witnessed one of the two Chefs smiling as he was looking at and preparing the orders which I found interesting. The frittata included spinach, tomatoes, goat cheese, apple chicken sausage, and was delicious. I was still a little hungry, so I realized the future Yelpers mentioned earlier had it right, and I ordered a carrot cake cupcake which Owen mentioned was a good choice. The frosting was delicious and the moist carrot cake was tasty as well. The overall restaurant was hustling and bustling on this morning, I had my coffee cup refilled multiple times and even noticed additional children observing the case with the desserts. I enjoyed the overall experience and did not feel rushed at all, but more like a customer!

Good food and great service. I really enjoyed the French toast. Nice bakery. Go early since they…read moreget quite packed very fast.

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