The wait was worth the while... about 30~ mins or so. They have their system down, they're pretty fast and efficient with their check in and check out process. I'll start off by saying I'm not the biggest fan of pancakes, nor cinnamon and have to be in the mood for both. Today happened to be the day. I tried their pancake sampler, with cinnamon, Caribbean and banana bread pancakes. They were all good, fluffy, airy and flavorful. Banana bread with their maple syrup, Caribbean with cinnamon. But, their cinnamon pancakes were amazing!! Those were definitely the winner!!! Best pancakes I've ever had. Their three pig omelette was pretty bomb as well. I got some of their sausage gravy on the side, to douse the omelette and that was definitely the move there. I think this is the first time I didn't need to use cholula for flavoring. The location is centralized, set up nicely, with huge open indoor space with plenty of seating outside. The service was great as well. Attentive and fast. All in all, I wish I had the time to come here yesterday, so I could try something different today. But, I took the place for everything it had and it definitely delivered. Highly recommend and I will be back, when I'm in the area for sure! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake sampler: Caribbean, Banana Bread & cinnamon. Triple ham omelette & sausage gravy on the side - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Underwhelming. Luckily we arrived early and there was no wait or line. I'd say I almost felt I was doing a disservice by not warning the dozens of people waiting in line by the time we finished. Pancakes are average at best, slightly dry. Scrambled eggs, unfortunately also a bit dry, bacon was thin, chewy and did not pack much bacon flavor. The syrup seemed a bit watery for syrup. Maybe we caught them on a bad day, but after having it I can't say that I'd ever return to find out if that's the case. The location is really convenient to a number of hotels, so that's a plus. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake Sampler with an Apple Walnut, Banana Bread, and Blueberry pancakes. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

In Nashville for the Chris Stapleton concert and our Uber driver recommended Pancake Pantry, and since it was literally next door to our hotel, it felt like fate. We showed up early enough to beat a line around the block, and for a brief moment I thought we'd hacked Nashville. Then we asked our server for a little "insider" help narrowing down the menu... and got the kind of vibe that said, "How dare you not know our menu inside and out?!" Not rude-rude, just clearly annoyed that we had questions. Not the end of the world, but it set the tone. We landed on the breakfast sandwich on a croissant and the Grilled Cook's Medley (skillet situation with toast). The sandwich was a miss: the croissant tasted like it came straight out of a bag, and the whole thing was so bland and unexciting that we didn't even finish it. The skillet was slightly better, but still pretty plain...barely seasoned, and it had slices of cheese melted on top instead of shredded like you'd expect. We didn't finish that one either, which is saying something because I'm usually the "I'll eat it anyway" person. But hey, this is Pancake Pantry, so surely the pancakes would save the day, right? Unfortunately... no. Both pancakes came out lukewarm and not really light/fluffy like a great pancake should be. The sweet potato pancake was the better of the two and oddly was actually best without syrup. The cinnamon roll pancake had nice crispy edges (credit where it's due), but it came with a cinnamon syrup that was way too sweet considering there was already a sweet drizzle on top. It turned into sugar on sugar crime. I wanted to love it, especially with all the hype and the convenience factor, but this ended up feeling like a spot that survives on reputation and location. Maybe it was an off day, maybe we ordered wrong, maybe the pancake gods were busy... but based on this visit, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

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Five stars for service and location! Our waitress was so wonderful, friendly, and funny. She made the experience worth it! All the waitresses on the patio during Mother's Day breakfast were phenomenal, and I hope they get recognized by the management. The patio is decent - but it's very cramped. Nice shade though! The food came out quick and was decent but I wouldn't say five stars. My husband got the breakfast tacos, and they were flavorful. The other ding is the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. If you've never been here you'll walk up and wait in a line - once you get to the doors, you're seated immediately. Overall glad we finally got check this place out! read more

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Worth the hype. We came at 12:30 and walked right in. Waiter was attentive without being overly so. Daughter and I each ordered the sampler, fun way to try a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Most unique cake was the Santa Fe . Like eating cornbread with all the fixins. Yum! We both loved the banana bread cake, great real flavor, not overwhelming in any direction. My favorite was the pecan. Can't go wrong with a classic. But THE BEST THING was the basic side order of BACON! Perfectly crispy, salty, PERFECT. Well done, folks! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Chocolate chip, Pecan, Banana Bread - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I absolutely loved this place! And by the line out the door you know it's very popular. We did not have to wait in line as long as we thought we would have and we were impressed with the swift service from seating, drinks, and food. Their menu offered wide variety from sweet to salty, and in my group there were zero complaints. They also offer gluten free options for those that need it. The merch was so cute and the place was clean. There was seating available inside and out. read more

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The Pancake Pantry was only a short walk from our Hotel. The business (but maybe not the building) has been around since 1961, and it certainly appears to be a popular part of the Nashville Breakfast culture. By the time we were seated (after a short wait), there was a line out the door, and it was only mid-week. Our meal was very good. Gayle started with a lightly tinted orange Mimosa (just she likes it), while I went full OJ. Our coffees were good and refilled promptly. We both had pancakes (of course) with our choices, of which we both found them to be light and fluffy, accented well by their maple syrup. With that, I chose poached eggs with sausage, while Gayle opted for a Rolled Omelet with bacon, pepper jack cheese, and spinach. It was all delicious, except my eggs came out a little running, even when I asked for "poached hard". The dining room was pleasant and with a lot of natural light. We were seated at a nice table by the front window near the entrance. Service was pleasant and efficient. read more

This place had a delicious French toast! I'd probably go back just for that. I know it's focused on packages, but the French toast + the cinnamon syrup they have was amazing. My friend had the sweet potato pancakes and they were so fluffy and delicious. I expected amazing home fries, but they were just okay. Not too impressed with the turkey sausages or egg whites, but the nail everything else. We were seated very quickly and everyone working was very pleasant. The service is quick but they don't constantly bother you once you're settled in. That's a plus! read more

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Nice breakfast spot near Broadway. There is plenty of seating indoors & outdoors. We enjoyed outdoor seating on an unseasonably warm Winter morning. Service was good. Our food came out quickly and tasted great. I went with the seasonal red velvet pancakes and a mimosa flight. The menu offers a wide variety of pancakes to choose from. read more

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One of the best meals we had in Nashville and you can't beat the hospitable vibe and service. There can be a line but it does move at a steady pace. I ordered the chicken fried steak, which came with eggs, hashbrowns and pancakes. The chicken fried steak was one of the best I've had. The coating was light and crispy, the sausage gravy was thick and flavorful. The hashbrowns were excellent. They were thick but still crispy and perfectly heated all the way through. I also ordered a coldbrew coffee with salted caramel and cold foam. It was smooth and delicious. The waitress also brought us a cinnamon syrup/topping that is for pancakes but can be used to flavor the coffee as well. It was sooooo good and elevated the coffee. Best breakfast I've had in a long time! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Chicken fried steak - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This restaurant is well worth the wait and was the best food that I had in Nashville during my day. My friend and I came on a Saturday morning and had to wait about 30 minutes on the line. The ambience was nice and simple. The food took a while to come out, but was well worth it because it was made with love. The French toast was fresh, and the peaches were made with fresh peaches instead of canned ones. The compote was not too sweet and well balanced. The turkey sausages were very tasty and the eggs were good. The hot chocolate was a bit sweet but well-made. All in all, I really enjoyed breakfast here and would bookmark this place to return during a future Nashville trip. Our server was friendly and helpful when ordering. The only critique that I have for this restaurant is that they need an air freshener in the bathroom, but otherwise it was a really great experience. read more

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Visiting the area, decided to check this place out for breakfast on a weekday since they have a gluten free pancake option. Food was average nothing to rave about. Gluten free pancakes were okay, I liked that the eggs were thin however could use some flavor they were a bit bland. When I walked in I noticed that the noise carries so I had to sit outside because it was too loud for me. Pretty long line the weekend. Maybe their regular pancakes are good ‍ otherwise I don't get the hype. The server was friendly. read more

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First stop on our Nashville weekend and this place is hoppin! Locals and tourists alike are here! Their pancakes and syrup were delicious. And of course, we had to try their candied bacon. Delicious and highly recommend. read more

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This place is a must visit for breakfast! You line up outside, but don't let it scare you, this place operates like a well oiled machine! You'll be surprised at how quickly you're seated. The pancakes are phenomenal. They bring warm syrup and cinnamon cream for the pancakes. It's the perfect combo. Everything was cooked to perfection. Great cold brew coffee. Can't wait to return! read more

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The line was about 20 people. They said 20 mins. It felt like 10mins moved very fast!! What can I say the food was outstanding it came out in less then 10mins. Very large portion we shared both items it was plenty of food. The syrup comes out hot and fresh, also have a cinnamon sugar like syrup (not sure they exact name). But wow both were delicious. A++ service and meal was fantastic. When in town its a must. Vwry clean,organized and friendly. read more

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Typically not a big fan of flapjacks, but I had to see why people felt compelled to wait outside in the 20 degree weather to get in this place. They opened at 6:00, and my hotel was right across the street, so I was outside when they unlocked the door (still, second in line). Ordered the pancake sampler and choose blueberry, apple walnut and and a cornmeal Mexican kind of thing. That cornmeal Mexican kind of thing came with a kick ass salsa and sour cream. The perfect savory to the other's sweetness. Got a side of scrambled eggs, too, and a coffee. The presentation was top notch. The taste, well, they tasted like pancakes. At least the two fruit ones did. And don't get me wrong, they were good, but they were pancakes. On the other hand, the cornmeal Mexican kind of thing was crazy good and unlike anything I've had before. Tasted more like corn bread, and it was delicious. Service was fast and friendly. The coffee was so-so. Glad I came in. Would be happy to return, but would never wait in a line. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake sampler with blueberry, apple and Santa Fe Cornmeal - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Very good! I recommend for a delicious breakfast and a great mimosa to go with it. Pancakes are amazing too!

Quick service and solid food! We arrived at the Pancake Pantry and we were a little intimated by the long line outside. To our surprise, the line moved incredibly quickly! The service was very friendly and we received our food fast as well. The breakfast tacos & cinnamon roll pancakes were the standouts. Great spot for a fast and reliable breakfast. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Pancake Sampler (Cinnamon Roll & Chocolate Chip & Peanut Butter) - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Delicious breakfast spot! They have a very extensive menu that includes a little bit of everything but the pancakes were amazing. They had a lot of different flavor options that were hard to choose from but the best part was being able to order the sampler so I could try three different styles. The chocolate chip came with so many chocolate chips on top that were all melted so it was more of a thick chocolate spread. It was very good and rich! The sugar and spice was basic but still so good. The sugar and cinnamon on top along with the cinnamon cream syrup was the perfect combination. Last I tried the blueberry which came with the blueberry compote on the side. It was so fresh tasting and a perfect balance to the other more sweet flavors I ordered. The place was very cozy and warm inside and everyone was friendly and helpful while trying to order! Highly recommend and I can't wait to go back! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Sampler of pancakes - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Walked in an hour before closing on a Monday. We are from out of state and this place was on our go to list. Good thing we did not try to get in during the weekend because we hear it gets packed. There were literally only two other groups eating, was great for us. The food was delicious. But let me tell you something, shout out to our waitress Roberta!!!! She was so sweet and courteous and had great recommendations and suggestions. It was a perfect breakfast and she was definitely the cherry on top! Only thing we didn't care for were the drink flights, they tasted watered out but after the delicious country fried steak and the special pancakes we didn't even care! Again , thank you Roberta for your hospitality! read more

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Tried pancake pantry for breakfast on a recent trip, and all but one member of my family was pretty disappointed (she got the chocolate sun crepes and thought they were great). The rest of us felt like the pancakes we ordered were just meh (honestly, we prefer IHOP). They were kind of chewy and not very flavorful - they tasted like they may have been precooked and were waiting for us for a while before we got them - the edges had dried out. The pictures make it all look delicious, but, unfortunately, that was just the pictures for the most part. The hash browns and sausage patty sides were both excellent, but we were disappointed by the expected star of the show. read more

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This place was recommended by a friend. I'm not a huge breakfast person but let me tell you their fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious. LOVED their cinnamon roll pancakes. Wish I would had ordered a short stack instead of just one. I can't wait to go back to TN just to come eat here again. read more

Pancake Pantry is a classic Nashville breakfast spot and it definitely lives up to the reputation. The pancakes were fluffy, hot, and full of flavor, and the portions were generous. You can tell they have been doing this a long time because everything came out consistent and well made. Service was friendly and moved pretty quickly considering how busy it was. The atmosphere felt like a true local favorite and had that old school breakfast spot charm. The reason for four stars instead of five is the wait. It can get pretty long, especially on weekends, but once you sit down the food makes it worth it. Overall it is a solid breakfast stop and I would come back. read more

I had a quick trip to Nashville and one of the mornings I had stopped by the Pancake Pantry for breakfast! It was super early in the morning so not many customers were inside the restaurant yet! The Pancake Pantry has been open since 1961 in Nashville! All of the pancakes are made fresh daily! There are 23 custom made variety of pancakes available at the Pancake Pantry. If you're looking for alternative options, you can get eggs and omelets, waffles, sandwiches, salads, and so much more! There are two different Pancake Pantry locations in Nashville. There is a Downtown Nashville and a Hillsboro Village location. I ended up going to the Downtown Nashville one as it was close to the hotel where I was staying. The hours are from 6:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M, daily. For parking at the Downtown Nashville location, you can park at the Hyatt Centric Hotel or other nearby public parking lots. A lot of these lots do offer complimentary parking for the first hour! I ended up ordering some plain pancakes. The service was great! The order came out fast! The pancakes were light and fluffy. Complimentary syrup was available. I used the maple syrup, and it was great with the pancakes! If you're in Nashville and in downtown, this is an amazing breakfast spot! The food wasn't too expensive and the service was outstanding!! read more

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Staple of Nashville. There usually is a line for pancake pantry on the weekends but they can move quick. Service was quick. Packed house so a bit noisy but didn't stop my table from being able to converse and have a good time. Good ambiance. Lesson learned though as I do not like peanut butter on my pancakes but that's not the restaurants fault. I still enjoyed everything and recommend this breakfast spot to anyone read more

The Pancake Pantry - Peanut butter and chocolate chip pancakes - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

3x the charm! Not wanting to wait in line w a larger group over the weekend, my husband and I decided to try for brunch on Monday before our flight out. Good news, no wait at 11:30am and everything was as great as we'd read! I had the avocado toast w over medium eggs and tbh it's one of the best I've had! I also added the pancakes, because - duh. The cinnamon syrup was out of this world! Hubby loved his hash situation as well. The seasonal crepes were an add-on just try, and they were fine but nothing worth writing home about, Also, last day so we opted out of cocktails but the coffee was 10/10! read more

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Amazing breakfast spot! Come early if you want to avoid the long line. Either way, it will be worth the wait. This was my favorite breakfast we had in Nashville. read more

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Service is absolutely amazing. Looked like a long line but went super fast. Food was amazing .... We had a a fabulous server read more

The Pancake Pantry - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Came here and got a simple breakfast and a drink. There was a line, this seems to be a common thing here. There are no reservations or waitlist. You just get on line and wait. I enjoyed my food and service was fast. read more

The Pancake Pantry - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Our waitress was great, she was super friendly and attentive. The place is well lit and clean. Get there early, from what I understand it gets super busy. Food was enjoyed by all. Highly recommend stopping in if you're downtown. read more

This place is soooo good! No reservations are excepted here, so be prepared to stand in line. The line does move quick. You can park in the back, it is paid parking, BUT, look for the QR code when you walk in and get a discount on the parking! Ok, when I come here around Christmas I turn into a kid for Breakfast!!! I start off with Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows to get me warm!!! Then I get the Holiday Pancakes, they add peppermints and pieces of chocolate bark that are melted on top! Then add some delicious holiday syrup on top!!!! Kids like it, but this Buddy the Elf was all over it! Then a side of home fries with onions, crispy bacon and Cheese!!!! So good! Service was awesome! This place has been around since 1961, this is the GOAT for Breakfast! If you are visiting Nashville put this place on your must try list, if you live in Nashville what are you waiting on!!! read more

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A local favorite and a long line around the block! Come early or come during off peak. The food is worth the wait! You get a taste of local breakfast cuisine Nashville style! Casual place and kid friendly (there's even a place for baby strollers). If you're a big party, harder to get a table. Table for 2 is faster but it is first come first served. Enjoy! read more

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Highly recommended this place. I know their know for pancakes BUT hear me out their fresh toast is an absolute HIT!! They also have this delicious syrup. read more

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My wife and I came to this spot in late September. We got here later in the day and were seated by our server, Rachel. The restaurant was clean and played good music. We ordered food and it came out almost immediately. The candied bacon and the syrup (cinnamon cream) was so dang good. Rachel recommended I pour some of that syrup in my black coffee, which I did, and it was sooo good! The hospitality here was amazing and I'd love to come back next time I'm in Nashville! read more

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As someone who can never decide what they want, offering flight options is a huge plus in my book! There were so many great pancake flavors I couldn't decide, so I solved that problem by getting a pancake flight with 3 different pancakes. All 3 flavors were AMAZING. I couldn't choose a favorite. The restaurant is casual with plenty of seating, but you'll definitely want to go early to beat the crowd. Over the weekend, the like wraps around outside. Obviously because it's so good, but plan accordingly! We lucked out with being seated promptly and service was good. read more

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Line out the door on the weekends BUT worth the wait!! Food was awesome and wait staff friendly and courteous A must for breakfast!!! read more

Went during the week, the line was at a minimum. Got the cannoli pancakes which was a special for the month and the cinnamon roll pancakes. Came out in a decent amount of time. The texture of the pancakes was just right, pillowy, the cannoli pancakes had a ton of chocolate chips, the filling would have been better if it tasted more like cannoli with a mascarpone taste. The cinnamon roll pancakes were the winner, those tasted fluffy, the cinnamon taste with the icing was just right. Would definitely visit again read more

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The Pancake Pantry was recommended by many and it is located next door to the Hyatt Centric! The place opens at 6a and the line forms immediately! The line moves fast and once inside so does ordering and food arriving @ the table! The food was average...not sure if standing in the long line is worth this meal...there are so many local places to visit that may have more flavor! The servers were attentive and fast moving because with the long lines they need to turn those tables over every 30 minutes or so! The vibe is rushed...understandably! If there aren't any lines give them a try ...if there are lines...think about your other options! read more

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This classic breakfast spot has a long history. They know what they are doing and have a queue of waiting customers. The restaurant is bright and cheerful. It was clean and inviting. They are fast and efficient. Our server was cheerful and professional. My friend and I tried a few things and enjoyed it all. The trio of pancakes is a great way to sample. The warm maple syrup is a nice touch The hash browns were tasty too. read more

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Date of visit: March 17, 2025 I had heard good things about this place from both my fellow Yelpers as well as the tour guide from our food tour earlier in the trip. It's known for having long lines though we were very fortunate early on this Monday morning, we were able to get in and get seated immediately! Melody was our server and she was great throughout the meal, from the hot coffee (and hot maple syrup!!!) and healthy portions of to go containers as well. The two kinds of syrup was a nice choice, though when you serve the maple warm and the cinnamon room temperature, whoever is going to want the cinnamon? My banana bread pancakes (hold the pecans, but not the butter--holy hell that's a lot of butter) were fantastic. I could smell the banana before the plate was even in front of me, but they weren't so sweet that they gave me a toothache, which was a pleasant surprise. The large portion allowed me to bring half back to my hotel and I hope they reheat well. Definitely check this place out, especially if you go and there's little to no wait! read more

The Pancake Pantry - Banana Bread Pancakes - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee