Donald's Pancake House

Our family decided to go to Donald’s pancake house so we met them there since it was our first visit to this particular pancake house. It was a big group of us about 13 people and we were all accommodated (they have bar seating, tables and booth seating). Due to the size of our party we did have a wait but it wasn’t that bad. The hostess had a great personality and seated as soon as possible. The service was really nice and the server was nice and very helpful as well. The food came out fairly quickly and correctly considering our party size. I ordered the Donald’s breakfast and my fiance ordered the steak and eggs and we both really enjoyed our meals. Everything was perfect for us, so much so that the two of us went back again the next day for brunch and it was even better not having been in a big party. The bathrooms are clean but really small, the door is literally in front of the sink so if someone is washing their hands they have to go in a stall or come out the bathroom for someone else to go in (there’s two stalls). Other than that, it was really nice and we would go back!

Diamond was our waitress when we came here back in April and she was amazing! Food was good and she provided excellent service with checking on us and making sure we have everything we need.

The food was awesome! The waitress checked on us often but didn't offer me a refill, not once. My son in law got a refill. The staff stood in a corner and stared at us when we walked in and even after being seated. We were the first people there but that's still very rude. Then when paying, the waitress asked if I needed change. Don't assume you're getting a tip, ever. Your service wasn't that great. And I, the customer, am to decide how much to give you. She kept the .40 without asking too, not a big deal. I did leave her a tip but not as generous as she was hoping!! Do a better job next time. No music, just my family whispering so the staff in the corner staring couldn't hear us. If you get the orange juice it's $6 for a shot glass

Went here for breakfast around mid-morning. Even though it was packed we were able to get a table and service fairly quick. Our table ordered the Donald’s breakfast, Mexican skillet, and Golfer’s breakfast. All the food was good and came out hot and fresh. Restaurant was clean including the restrooms.

Donalds pancake house is one of the best breakfast places in MB. Food is delicious and reasonably priced and the service is great. The newly renovated restaurant has a beautiful bar and serves delicious mimosas and Bloody Marys and other refreshing drinks. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a weekend brunch or a casual breakfast outing. The service is friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. Highly recommend trying their signature stack with a side of crispy bacon. This is hands down one of the best pancake spots around!

The place is deceptive from the outside. The inside is beautiful. It’s a clean gorgeous atmosphere. The prices are low considering how good and fresh the food is. Tasteful food and tasteful music and interior decor. You have to visit this place when in Myrtle Beach. ❤️

Wow, what an experience! My husband and I saw Donald’s Pancake House last night and immediately went to the 10 best pancakes establishments in Myrtle Beach on Google and Donald’s was one of the top ranked! When going out this AM for breakfast we passed many pancake houses but waited for Donald’s. The food was absolutely delicious, some of the best breakfast food ever, anywhere! The most notable plus was Diamond, our server. She gave us a wonderful overview of the menu and her best picks from patrons. She went out of her way to meet my needs with being on chemo, thank YOU Diamond! We are making our go-to, Donald’s.

Our Waitress was Diamond! I visit Donald’s with 3 of my little girls and once we were greeted we were ready to order and the food came out with impossible time of 10 mins or less. I was so shocked, Diamond Customer service is unbeatable ! Love that she created an inviting and loving environment to eat breakfast.

Donald's was one block from our hotel and we gave them a try based on the good reviews. We are glad we did. Breakfast was great along with the service. My wife had pancakes and I had the chicken fried steak. Both were freshly made, hot and as ordered. The coffee was very good. So good I bought a branded coffee mug to take back home.

Another spot that I loved and came here 2x!! Lol We stumbled upon Donald's and omg it was soooo good!!! I'm really picky and never in my life have I tried eggs Benedict or hollandaise sauce. I've always wanted to so I don't know what made me take the leap to try it here but I did. So I ordered the veggie skillet which came with hollandaise sauce I was considering putting it on the side but I'm so glad I didn't. The skillet was soooooo, the sauce was out of this world, flavor explosion with all the veggies, egg, seasoning, potatoes, avocado. Omg sooo good!!!! Also ordered pancakes and the nutella crepe. Super delicious, soft pancakes with great syrup. We came here with our friends as well and they enjoyed their meal. The prices were very reasonable and definitely worth it. Out of the all the pancake houses I saw while visiting this is the place I would go again. I highly recommend, great service, great food, lots of parking and lots of seating. Oh and they also have a Yelp check in offer which was fantastic and I redeemed both visits.

When you are looking for a good spot to eat breakfast and notice that every other restaurant is a pancake house forces you to go on Yelp and read every review. Well that's how we ended up here at Donald's because of Yelps great reviews, and let me tell you, Yelp did not disappoint your girl and my entire family. We had a late start and notice that it was closing in a hour so we rushed. When we walked in they had already started cleaning the floors and putting back the tables but they never rejected us and took us like it was normal business hours. I expected for them to say well the kitchen will be closing soon but that never happened. Our waitness name was Re ( I could be totally wrong and I'm so mad that I can't remember) she was phenomenal and made our dine in experience great. Everything on the menu looked amazing. The kids ordered Grilled Cheese and Pancakes, my husband ordered French toast, waffles, breakfast tacos, bacon and some other things that couldn't fit on our table. I ordered the fish and grits, biscuits with sausage gravy, pancakes and sausages. When I tell you that everything was delicious and cooked to perfection that we had no choice to come back the next day. We also ordered a coffee mug. I must say I haven't had breakfast food that great in a long time. The decor was cozy and clean and the bathroom was clean as well. I will definitely return when I go back to Myrtle Beach.

So yummy! We went around 9:00 for breakfast. We were seated immediately. Our waitress was very attentive. Two of us ordered the Meat Lover's Skillet, and the last the cookies and cream pancakes. All were delicious, but our pancake guy taste tested some of the skillet and said he wished he had gotten that too. The restaurant was very clean and tidy!

One of the best breakfast stops in town. Used to be called "Flapjacks" and always is a hit! This time - on a Saturday at 10am we were pleasantly surprised the wait time for a party of 8 was 10 minutes or less! We ate our faces off! French Toast is epic! Egg's Benedict delicious! Hubs says the Club Sandwich is one of his favorite dishes here! Will return for sure!

Food was excellent. It did take a very long time to get greeted. Once the order was in, it took another 20 minutes (we were a party of 3). A little frustrating that our server was sitting in sight with her friends glancing over every so often. Manager sat at the booth next to us vaping while chit chatting with a friend. Would we come back? Yes. The food was solid, if they could raise the level of service, just a hair this would be one of those legendary experiences.

We came around 12:45 and we were seated instantly, however our waiter did not come to us for about 30 mins. It took an additional 30 mins to receive our order. The waiter was very nice. Once we got our food We were very pleased! Pancakes were great with some crispy ends. The New Orleans style shrimp and grits were really good, this is my go to dish! I'd been here a couple years ago and as we left to travel back home I got some to go! There's so many to choose from I wasn't sure which one I had before, but I don't think it matters! I just added cheese and andouille sausage and it was perfect! The food was great all around, the 4 stars are for the long service wait. I'd most definitely recommend and we will be back!

Got here shortly after they opened. Very quiet. Sat immediately. This is actually our second day coming. The eggs Benedict was so good we needed to eat it again. I also tried the avocado toast which came with a poached egg on top. Very generous portions for breakfast! We will probably come back at least once more before we leave.

Great place for breakfast/brunch! Make sure you come to this place before 10 am because it gets busy! The food is excellent and timely. I got the egg white omelette with a side of fruit. They will gladly do substitutions which I appreciate. We ordered the crepe to split and it was so good but a little thicker than expected. They bring a small coffee pot to the table which is genius. The fruit side was fresh and had a good variety. Also, the portions are very generous. This place is great all around with a good family restaurant feel. Highly recommend!

Visited town for a wedding and stopped in for breakfast. Family and smaller group friendly. There is a private lot for parking. Also 2 min walk to the beach. It was a Saturday morning right after 10am. There was no wait. The restaurant is spacious, clean and the staff are attentive. Our waitress was responsive and informative. I ordered the "make your own" omelette (bacon, American cheese, onion & spinach), home fries, toast and (3) buttermilk pancakes. Everything came out quickly and was tasty. The home fries are a must try. I had no complaints. My husband ordered the smoked salmon Benedict and he pleasantly enjoyed. Overall a good breakfast experience, food was delicious and I would recommend.

Came in on a Sunday morning. They were busy but we were seated right away. Our waitress Madalyn was amazing, so sweet and attentive. Our food came out quick and hot! The food.... Absolutely delicious and I am so glad we drove the extra 4 miles instead of going to any of the 15 pancake house places between our hotel and Donald's. Everything was delicious, the French toast, the Nutella and strawberry pancakes were the highlight of the morning. But the pancakes, sausage, bacon and waffles were all so good. The portion sizes were massive especially for the price! Best place we ever eaten at in Myrtle Beach

Best on the beach = Donald's Now on our must visit list each time we are in Myrtle, this place is phenomenal. The hollandaise sauce here is just so good as is everything else. I'm a skillet guy here & the Mexican one served is my favorite. Chorizo sausage, jalapeños, cheese , tomatoes and onions over fresh cut home fries is a great dish to enjoy. Copilot got the pancakes which are super as well. Good coffee and very hospitable service. We had to circle the lot a few times before a parking spot was available so that should tell you something. They pros here on table turns and seating so our wait was under 10 minutes easy. This place is a must try if you have not done so....

Update: 2/24/24 Tried it again and the review is exactly the same. Original: Oct 2023 Wife said "Best Pecan Waffle I have ever had". Eggs Benny were also excellent. Prompt seating and service. Only a 4 because it looks like the Golden Girls decorated it and the coffee was a little burnt.

Meh....I'm by no means a food snob, but am honestly amazed by the reviews for this place. I'm not sure if where folks are visiting from have no decent food available, or if they are in "vacation mode" and are just excited to be having breakfast out. I visited at 8:30, was quickly seated. Friendly server. Ordered meat lovers omelette, home fries and toast. Prices are on the higher side. $25 for one diner. Condiments are left to die on the table. No fresh cream or milk for your coffee. The sugar dispenser welcomed a spider into my burnt coffee. Bonus. The salt and pepper dispensers are "grinders" forcing you to have to handle them to the fullest extent, all while knowing they haven't been wiped down in years. It's 2023, do better. Food arrived quickly. Home fries were decent, just plain, unseasoned frozen potatoes. Topping them with the obviously refilled, sticky bottled and questionable hunts ketchup made them more palatable. The omelette was gross. All the meats are cubed, premade, flavorless squares of nothingness. Cheese? Non-existent. Other than shape/color, not one meat was recognizable in flavor or textures. It smelled of generic pan oil, giving the egg a glistening coating of unpleasant yuck. For the price, actual real, freshly prepared meat would be assumed. The toast was something out of a bag, coated in butter like substance, then stacked yielding soggy mush with two butter coated sides. This, combined with the intimate engagement with the salt/pepper, makes sure you will ingest every piece of bacteria on the table. I do want to end with that my sever was very nice and I truly mean no harm in my review. I just hope they do better and wanted to lend a factual review for others to make a more educated decision.

The food is AMAZING! I got the Banana Foster with 2 eggs scrambled with cheese and Turkey sausage. When I say the food is delicious, it is DELICIOUS! The pancakes are fluffy, you can taste caramelization of the bananas and the rum sauce was to die for. The turkey sausage and the eggs w/cheese are cooked perfectly. The service is excellent! Our severs name is Elsa. She was very attentive, she checked on us every 3-4 mins which is rare now a days. She was just so friendly; we laughed and jokes together. She made my daughter and I feel right at home. Lastly I would like to say is that the place was clean and inviting. We will be returning before we go back home and they will be on our list when we vacation at Myrtle Beach!

Food was very delicious. However the Grits came out cold. The salmon Benedict with hollandaise sauce was so good and rich. Pancakes were a little crispy than we like but had good flavor. Overall good breakfast. I would visit again.

Ironically, when it comes to pancakes, Denny's got this place beat. Donald's Pancake House's pancakes were not fluffy and as tasty as I would've liked. The corned beef hash was okay, not great. I liked their coffee and the biscuits and gravy. Where they shined particularly was in their customer service. Our server, Alexandra, was excellent with her sense of humor, welcoming attitude and in showing us the ins and out of the menu. Given how she made me feel, I could easily make do with the food I ordered. It was good enough. We visited on a Saturday morning around 9:30 and were seated immediately. A photographer was present taking souvenir photographs. If there's a line out the door at the touristy breakfast spots, try this place. They have an enormous menu selection.

Great food, so fresh and attention to quality. The wonderful service is something I particularly appreciate a well run and well trained staff. It's our must go when in Myrtle Beach!

Good food. Nice staff. Clean and cute. We had a good breakfast. The coffee is ok. We Enjoyed.

A delicious place to grab a hearty breakfast in Myrtle Beach. The service was amazing and our waitress was very attentive and patient. The food was prepared fresh, so be prepared for a reasonable wait. I had the breakfast burrito, my son had the red velvet pancakes and we shared the biscuits and gravy.

Lovely little restaurant to grab some breakfast or brunch by the beach. The iced coffee was amazing! The red velvet pancakes where pretty good to. Our server was so sweet and frequently checked in making sure we where happy. Great little place!

We saw this place offered gluten free pancakes on their sign as we passed by so we had to check them out. We came around 11 am and were seated right away. The menu has tons of options & nicely labeled with GF choices. I went with the veggie omelette and side of GF pancakes- you get 2 pancakes for your side and they were delicious!! Everything tasted great with super reasonable prices. Our waitress was friendly as well. Would definitely recommend coming here if you're in Myrtle beach. Also- 10% off check in bonus on Yelp!

We had a good and hearty breakfast here during our vacation in Myrtle Beach. The decor inside is very Tuscan-inspired, very Cheesecake Factory, but the vibe is more county/down home. Some of the tables have chairs that are a blend of rocking chair/office chair (on swivels). And they have lots of room for large groups. Nearly every table as we walked in was covered in plates. I had the strawberry & creme crepes. They were good! Definitely one of the lighter options on the menu, which was good as some of the portions are a bit unmanageable. I was hoping for some hash browns too but even though they are in some of the photos here, they're no longer offered at the restaurant. The server tried to talk me out of ordering the crepes, which was a little strange (she told me the stuffed french toast was much better), but I'm glad I stuck with them. They were eggy and light, the whipped cream was really nice, and the berries were fresh. It was nice that the menu had such a wide range of options for people with different tastes and dietary preferences!

Definitely give this place a try. They have Fast service, friendly environment, and good food!

We are visiting from Orlando, Florida, and this breakfast was exceptional. We had a mixture of French toast, pancakes, omelette, and coffee. Would definitely recommend and return.

Great food (large portion)great atmosphere, great service. Purchased one of their mugs, great for a cup of coffee. Highly recommended!!

Food was flavorful, served hot! We had the fried green tomatoes, Mexican Burrito and the Creole Shrimp and Grits and everything was delicious. Our server was as very sweet and attentive. The Burrito and Shrimp and Grits were spicy just how we like it. Will definitely go back.

Food is awesome. French toast is the best. Service was excellent. I would recommend to anyone staying in the area

Delicious breakfast! And good, friendly service. They have lots of options and Delicious gluten-free pancakes! I love how they give the option to have a pancake as a side for the omelette. It was so good and I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area!

This breakfast/lunch restaurant has a wide variety of menu items. Everything I have had so far is delicious! Love the Oreo cookie waffle and my boyfriend loves the meat lovers skillet. 10/10 !!

I cant praise this place enough. I had to get Grits and half the menu it was 4 of us we got like 6 different meals we shared of course don't judge okay okay I had like 3 meals on my own.. black coffee or course to start. Grits, crêpes are a must try you won't be disappointed. I had Turkey bacon it over easy eggs so delicious.

This place is awesome. Very friendly. If there is a wait...wait. Food Great. Bloody Mary's Great.

With all the Pancake Houses in this Area, I'd choose Donald's! The waffle and pancakes were both phenomenal. The waiter was on top of things saw us walking in and had our set up ready to walk us over. Our toast didn't come out with our meals he came right over to ask and went to ensure we received it. The decor seems outdated but I don't think it's - it might just be their style! I'd very much recommend Donald's! It was also pretty packed and we were there early!

Many breakfast options to choose from. Eggs Benedict and waffles were tasty. I got the pancakes and was not disappointed. There was also a person who took photos of me and the family to make a free post card with a la carte choices to get more photos; felt like a carnival cruise thing where photos are taken and no pressure to buy. Military discount also given. If you check in the restaurant you can get a 10% discount. Definitely coming back.

AMAZING!!! The service is amazing and we were treated by family by everyone there. They have a service where they take photos of your group and print them out for you for free. The owner Donald is so kind and personable. Food was absolutely delicious and at a reasonable price. The highlight of my visits here without a doubt have been the waitress Helen. She is so kind, takes care of you, and is just the warmest presence. 10/10 amazing and I can't wait to come back next time I'm in town.

The staff and food were amazing! Everyone is so friendly the only down side was the coffee wasn't that good in my opinion.

Great food wonderful service. Home fries were delicious, nice and crispy. Crepes were nice and light stuffed with strawberries with crème drizzled over the top.

Donald's We discovered Donald's this year as we deliberately went different directions and walked into different places. This became our 'new' favorite place for a late breakfast/early lunch, In the 9 days we were in town we ate here 3 times, each was very good and service was also. They were busy and had to wait 2 of the 3 occasions. We ate french toast, pancakes and waffles. Both bacon an sausage. I especially liked that the butter and syrup was brought to the table, the syrup was warm and they were 'ok' that we asked for extra of both of these. The food was above average and the prices within the range of other places. Recommend this place although it will likely make it busier

Solid service and the food is soo good love a place on vacation that serves breakfast til 2p. Love southern grits

Excellent breakfast with gluten and dairy free options. Best gluten free pancakes I ever had. !!

We ate here twice this week for breakfast. I tried I breakfast skillet and a side of sausage gravy and biscuits. Delicious food, Wii k service. Yesterday morning I had blueberry pancakes. Not traditional they were the regular pancakes with a serving of fresh blueberries all around the plate. The berries were fresh and pancakes were very good.

The food was amazing, however, there were some issues with the waitstaff. Our waitress seemed very tired and we had to get her attention a few times, she forgot items for ourselves and other tables, and she seemed to be spread to thin. Back to the food....my boyfriend ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict. He loved it. He gave me a bite and it was really, really good. I ordered the Old Charleston Shrimp and Grits. It came with sausage, peppers, mushrooms, and cheese....mmmmmm, fabulous!! I wanted to try something I had never had before and I was a bit nervous, but this dish was excellent!! And finally, we had decided to split an order of biscuits and gravy. They were good as well. So, every so often a waitress has a bad day. She was very pleasant and I am sure isn't so tired all the time. I would absolutely come back and try some other menu options here in the future. The good was really, really good!

As soon as I walked in I felt like I was in breakfast royalty ! The seating was so nice and upscale for a pancake house . Our waitress was sweet , kind, and very good at customer service . I ordered the famous red velvet waffle with eggs and bacon . Hubby got his fav chicken fried steak . We both were full and happy after this meal . Red velvet waffle with cream cheese icing and syrup is pure heaven.

Service is great! The restaurant is clean, bright and vibrant. Great food options. They even have turkey bacon and turkey sausage . Many healthy options. Highly recommended! The pancakes are amazing! Our server Alexandra was outstanding- love her personality!

Service was great, food tasted amazing! I've never had fried green tomatoes egg Benedict and it was definitely worth it! Would come back if ever in town again! Great place!

Server was friendly, efficient and nailed our modifications. Thanks, Diamond!! The food was delicious and hit the table super fast. The prices were reasonable and we will definitely visit again!

Food is 5 stars, service is horrible. I went back again after the first experience just to be sure .... The breakfast skillet was off the chart, the grits were soooo good. The server talking 25 mins to get our drink order (table of 8) is insane. The host could have jumped in. There doesn't seem to be a front end manager or anybody over looking to see how service is going. Pretty sad especially being off season. The place definitely had a good crowd though

Donald's was the last place we ate at Myrtle beach before heading home. Service was fast and friendly, restaurant was clean, and menu had plenty to choose from. My food came out how and exactly as I ordered. I love a good country fried steak and this did not disappoint. I believe we are going back to Myrtle beach next year and I will make sure we stop back in! *Disclaimer*We were here in the off Season but I imagine it's just as good when they're busy.

I was down in Myrtle Beach for a few days in early August with friends and family, so I checked out some local spots! Ambiance - Casual single room beachy breakfast joint, off the main roadway. Called on a Sunday morning around 9 and were told they could fit our party of 3, and when we got there 10 minutes later they were packed but had plenty of room and movement to keep people coming in. Parking was available next to the building although I'm sure some people located nearby would just walk. My party found parking. The table was clean and the diner itself was well kept. I did not see a large waiting area so nah parties waiting would be standing outside. Price Point - Excellent for the quality/quantity of food. As a north Jersey native, I'm used to higher prices so this could be biased, but I love southern meals and this seemed in line with my expectations from past trips. Pros - I ordered the shrimp omelette with a side of grits and wheat toast as pictured. Needless to say I was impressed. It was my first seafood omelette ever and it was filling and delicious. Not too fishy or "shrimpy" and the grits complimented the omelette well. I also had a great coffee and the service was quick! Our waitress was extremely attentive to when we needed coffee/water/napkins. Cons - No major complaints from me. My only comment is if everyone that went there tried to drive and find parking, I don't think they would all be successful. I noticed less spots that patrons but maybe I missed a bigger lot in the back. Overall - A simple and very well done vacation spot that I am keeping on my list to visit next year!

Soo good! Immediate service and constant attention. And the food...delicious! The Carolina Skillet is a MUST if you are ever in the area.