Original Breakfast House

BE AWARE THEY ONLY TAKE CASH. Came here because it kept popping up on our search for best breakfast in Phoenix. The food was great. Quick service even on a Saturday morning, but having to run to an ATM up the road is super annoying. Let lime pancakes were great. My kids didn’t love the pulpy orange juice, but they haven’t had a lot of fresh squeezed. Overall would recommend. Just had to take away a star for the only cash.

Absolutely love this spot for breakfast! The food is consistently delicious, hearty skillets, fluffy pancakes, and rich French toast all stand out. The service is friendly, efficient, and feels genuinely welcoming even when it's busy. The cozy, light-filled diner atmosphere, with comfy booths and a laid-back vibe, makes it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great morning meal. Always a top choice when I'm craving comfort food done right!

Absolutely amazing I don’t like to score things at 10, but their food averages 8 to 9 easily And if you want to taste orange juice, that’s a solid tin. There is no better than the original breakfast house. You just have to go out of your way to try this place. It is life-changing.

Stopped by for breakfast and had a delightful experience! The avocado toast topped with perfectly cooked eggs was tasty, and the biscuits are an absolute must, so amazing! The pancakes were light, fluffy, and just the way I like them. The staff here are incredibly welcoming, always serving with a smile. Highly recommend this cozy spot for a great start to your day. Will definitely be back for more!

Thank you to Google for suggesting this place. I was searching for a good breakfast place and this place popped up. I reviewed the menus, prices, reviews and decided to give them a try, I am so happy I did. The atmosphere is laid back and friendly. I ordered a carnitas dish and regular french toast. My husband ordered the Popeye omelet, he loved it and ate everything on that plate! The French toast was bomb dot com! There is a bananas foster french toast and a key lime pie french toast we will try the next time we go here. The carnitas dish was great and had alot of good flavors going on, it was a large portion and I was not able ro finish it all, i recommend trying it. I will return to eat here again next time I'm in town!

Original Breakfast House is an amazing spot for breakfast in Paradise Valley. The food was delicious, everything from the pulled pork eggs Benedict to the fluffy pancakes was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The service was warm and attentive, and despite being busy, the staff kept things running smoothly. The cozy diner atmosphere with its classic charm made it a really enjoyable place to relax and enjoy a hearty meal. Definitely a new favorite for breakfast!

Their biscuits are absolutely to die for. Thick, soft, fluffy, buttery- I could literally eat one every day for breakfast. The chicken fried steak was fried well but the gravy was a little plain. They only accept cash but they have a fee free ATM at the front door.

It was our first time here. It wasn't anything special. We got here before 9am when it starts to get busy. The breakfast chimi was good and I heard the Cali Beach Burrito was tasty as well. However, the Cali burrito came with a side of chopped lettuce and fruit. I'm sorry, but that is not a good pairing. The Popeye omelette was also ordered. The home fries looked seasoned, but they may as well have been plain because the taste was bland. I didn't try the omelette, but I heard it wasn't good either. I was looking forward to the pancakes, but they were subpar. The menu states "2 large cakes" for the short stack. I think they're average size for what breakfast joints normally offer.

I'm very impressed as I wasn't expecting such a delightful menu. Some standard and some creative dishes. Service was average, so no disappointments there. Ambiance could use some improvements but still very clean but loud. All in all it was a pleasant experience. I rate it right up there with IHOP, so you can count an equally pleasant experience.

Straight from the airport, my boyfriend and I drove here before our scheduled tour at Taliesin West. Located in an unassuming empty shopping plaza, we found our destination and walked in with weary expectations. But as we've been taught as kids, never judge a book by its cover. We were quickly greeted and welcomed inside where they sat us in a booth. Our waitress was extremely busy but was incredibly attentive throughout our whole dining experience. We ordered breakfast family style and split a couple of items. We ordered the Brioche Cinnamon roll, the Bananas Foster French Toast, and the Al pastor hash. We started with the cinnamon roll which wasn't my favorite since it was doughier than what I'd prefer but wasn't too bad. The french toast was great but would have prefered if they had real maple syrup instead of a blend of syrups. It was a bit overly sweet for me (which is insane for me to say since I love sweets). The star of our breakfast and the thing we fought over who would get the last bite was the Al Pastor Hash. We were a bit skeptical about the al pastor as we're used to really good ones in California but this blew our minds. It had perfectly charred pineapple and amazing pieces of the al pastor throughout the dish. Incredibly balanced! Would definitely recommend and worth returning for.

I love the original breakfast house! The owner is such a sweet man who greets each guest with a warm welcome! What stands out at this small breakfast house, is the service and cleanliness! The food is outstanding, and the cinnamon rolls are soft and delicious! A must. Coffee is amazing, which is must for breakfast! 1000% recommend! Aloha No food pics because we had our 2 year old granddaughter with us.. lol attention was on her, and honestly, we just enjoyed the food so much, I forgot to snap a few pics. (Next time!)

Some of the best breakfast around. Cash only so have to be ready for that but they have an ATM. Worth avoiding the chains to come here. Great service and food.

This is a classic American diner offering reimagined classics such as deep-fried French toast & Spam & eggs with an island vibe! I love it since I love Hawaii. The decorations are funky and fun. Our server was on it and over us. Thank you for much for making our visit fun. I got Hog Heaven Omelette (Bacon, sausage, ham, ond melted cheddar cheese). It was A LOT of yummy food! The owner even visited our table. Reminder: Cash only!

Such a Phoenix brunch staple! Original Breakfast House is a popular spot for classic American, Southwestern, and Hawaiian breakfast dishes. The owner is friendly and comes around check in on customers. Some entrées that we have loved include Chilaquiles, breakfast enchiladas, omelets, pancakes, and French toast. The vibe is very cozy and casual with surf and ocean inspired decor. Seating includes booths and tables. Good to know: - cash only! An atm is available - no reservations. Service is speedy so waits are quicker then they appear based on the number of people waiting. For shorter wait times, come on a weekday or outside peak brunch hours on weekends.

45 minute wait, the estimate was on point. They have a shaded waiting area with live entertainment at the time that we came. Brah theme/ semi Hawaii then atmosphere. This establishment is cash only Greeted at our table within 4 minutes, took our drink order. Drink order came quickly. Food came out oin about 10 minutes. Was gonna order one of their infamous cinnamon rolls to take home but we were given the bill before we had a chance to order. Was never asked if we wanted anything else. It seemed like they just wanted to turn over tables because they had a wait... Minus a star for that Banana fosters French toast... Just French toast topped with sliced bananas. No biscuits or sides not dry. Nice caramelized ends on the crust. 16.50 Shrimp and grits.. delicious!! Bacon, shrimp, Bell peppers. Poached egg. Perfect combination with whatever the sauce was. Came with a biscuit, seemed home made. It was Rubbery on the outside. The strawberry jelly may have been home made too but it was very thin and watery. Popeye omelette. Large portion. Came with toast. Potatoes were dry Orange juice was a very thick pulpy oj if you like that. May have been fresh squeezed.

Tried something new! The Cubana! Ordered a gluten free bun and drop the Milanesa Beef (it's breaded) and made a sandwich! So much meat!!! The eggs with chorizo were fabulous and I'm not a huge fan of either with the added all beef spilt grilled hot dog there was an awesome mix of meats... it made a fantastic breakfast sandwich and came with a side of fries. I was able to order a second bun and a side of pickles to make a second sandwich to go... We live this place and drive from across town to enjoy it occasionally!

Original Breakfast House or OBH for short.... IS the place to go if you're traveling, visiting, or living in Phoenix, AZ! We reside in California, but had taken a road trip to Arizona and I'm always on the hunt for a new and exciting breakfast place, especially during travels. Let me tell you, this restaurant doesn't disappoint! It's uniquely themed to seem like you're on the beach. It has a very laid back vibe. The food is absolutely delicious and we had NO complaints about our dishes!! The only cons I can think of is that per our last visit, they were a cash only establishment. Keep that in mind ahead of time as to not feel upset by this. Delicious, delicious! Bookmark this location today!

Great simple breakfast. The cash only is a bit inconvenient but if i'm in the area I'd probably go again. The raspberry crepe was wayyyy to sweet for me but my fault for ordering it. The 2 egg breakfast was an excellent standard breakfast plate.

Excited to try this place as it had really good yelp reviews! We were seated and looking at the menu when the dreaded cash only was written on the menu, after a little stress the waitress told us they accept Zelle so we stayed but wow cash only in 2025 is wild!! The prices seems really high for a diner but we still stayed but were a little sceptical! Our food came and sadly it was just average at best! My hash browns were cooked all the way in the middle and the chilie verde in my omelet was a little old tasting! One big positive was they had a CA favorite of ours the pepper plant hot cause which was awesome to see! The restaurant was kept clean and the service was just ok! Probably wouldn't return I'd back in town or recommend! I'm sure there are better and more affordable options in town!

I'm not a huge breakfast person but when traveling it's a necessity. I haven't been this impressed with a breakfast spot in I couldn't tell you how long. Our server Daniele is one to remember and if you get to sit with her there in no doubt that you won't have a good experience. We got a whole lot of food for the price but I could be biased because I'm used to small east coast plates for a whole lot more cash. The grits are the best I have ever had. The egg scramble was wonderful, not too heavy and that damn home made biscuit made my day. Thank you original breakfast house!

***CASH ONLY*** They do have a no fee atm on site. Breakfast and lunch options. No kids meals. Service was friendly and fast. Ambiance was casual. They were busy. Be prepared to wait especially on a Sunday since they're located in a church parking lot. Food was just ok. It was greasy and did not agree with my husband and I. Let's just say we raced home and were grateful we have two bathrooms. We won't be back but we're glad we tried it because now we know.

Got here early on a Saturday morning and thankfully so as it started getting busy as soon as we were leaving around 8! This place is awesome. We were seated right away and the service was impeccable from start to finish. We both got fresh squeezed orange juice that was amazing. The chilaquiles were good I do wish they had a little more spice/flavor to them. The banana fosters French toast was out of this world- not normally a sweet breakfast kinda gal but insisted we get these and I'm so glad we did. We also got the chicken fried steak and wow it had the best gravy ever and was cooked perfectly would get this a million times over I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu!

This place is cash only, but they do have an atm on site. Thanks to yelp, I found this little gem in Phoenix. The staff here are extremely friendly, and our wait time was maybe 5 minutes. The server recommended the egg Benedict with el pastor. I ordered a side of hash brown extra crispy. This meal was one of the best meals I've had for breakfast in a long time. The meat was tender and flavored really well, and the hash browns were perfectly crispy. I recommend this place if you're looking for a brunch spot. They do have a counter of pastries as well. My sister ordered the banana Nutella crepe, and it was really good as well.

This place has good reviews so I gave it a try. Welcomed by some eclectic decor and a big box of pastries at the front hostess station. The cinnamon rolls looked incredible, but also off limits for me. I was greeted and seated the the server quickly brought coffee and flavored creamer, which I appreciated. The menu had lots of interesting dishes but I went with the five egg white omelette with, iirc, mushrooms, spinach, pepper jack cheese, avocado and pica de gallo. Also a side of cheesy grits, and some wheat toast which came with butter and jelly. The omelette was ok, but the cheesy grits were a bit odd. And the toast was overdone. There was a lot of food. And I left it behind. I likely only ate half of everything because the omelette didn't inspire, the grits had an odd textures, the bread was burnt and coffee just a bit blah. Perhaps I should have chosen differently. There's lots of cool things on the menu that could be worth a second trip, but I think it's better to go elsewhere.

I overall enjoyed my meal here. We visited on a Wednesday morning and were seated immediately. AJ provided attentive service throughout our meal. I loved the Hawaiian surfer theme--they really embrace the ALOHA vibe with their uniforms and decor. While the menu only features a few Hawaiian-inspired dishes, like loco moco, it adds to the ambiance. The banana brûlée oatmeal was decent but could use improvement; I found it a bit thin and lacking flavor. A touch of spice or citrus would enhance it. I really enjoyed my savory crepe; the crepe itself and the filling were fantastic. However, the sauce on top was bland, so I scraped it off and added some of my husband's sausage gravy for extra flavor. One odd thing: the restaurant is cash-only, which makes me wonder if it's a front for something shady. Just kidding... mostly. Overall, I'd rate this place a 3.5. A 3 feels unfair, while a 4 seems a bit generous.

My husband and I enjoyed breakfast here recently and absolutely loved it. The food was delicious! They have so many unique options. We did wait a bit but that is to be expected here- so plan accordingly. Everyone who works there is invited friendly! We will definitely be back to try more amazing food.

The place has a old school look to it on the inside. Waitstaff was nice and pretty quick to get drinks. The menu had some interesting items and names. I went with the basic eggs, hashbrowns and sausage. They were nice enough to make my hash browns well done like I like them. We were a group of 5 with no complaints. Cash only place. Pay at the register. They have little buckets by name for the tips for waitstaff. I've been to better breakfast places, but this one is nice.

OBH has been our favourite breakfast restaurant when we are in Phoenix. The last time being 7 years ago. Has things changed? The restaurant itself is as unique as before. The staff as good and the cooks as well. We just felt the portions were smaller and the wow factor was less than before. Other than that, it is still a great place for breakfast.

Great spot for a big plate of great food! I went with chilaquiles with carnitas and rojo sauce! Very good not too hot, the green chile also has great flavor! Get busy so go off times or plan to wait, cash only.

Always delicious. Always friendly. They are known for their French toast. It is simply divine, with a hint of orange & vanilla. Tried the key lime pie pancakes also; they came with graham cracker crumble, a blackberry syrup and blackberries, very good. Also tried the big gooey scrambled eggs mess. Which looks just like it sounds, and is chock full of ingredients; sausage, cheese, potatoes, mushrooms. They have fresh squeezed orange juice, and their iced coffee drinks are tasty. I love this place, everyone is always so friendly and the service is on point, the food came out fast. The food is consistently good. They have plenty of parking. It is CASH ONLY, but there's an ATM inside. Check them out.

Been eating here for 14 years it's amazing my favorite breakfast spot in the valley. The homes fries and French toast are so good. Fresh OJ and bacon always make me happy. Bring cash!

This place is always busy. The line for a wait goes quickly though. The food is amazing always. It is hard to decide what to try next! Always a great special. Beach theme always lot of interesting things to see no matter where you are seated. CASH ONLY!

Hawaii meets Arizona at this groovy breakfast spot! The Original Breakfast House has a laid back vibe while offering unlimited options for your first meal of the day. My favorites are their Big Gooey Scrambled Mess & Custom Omelets. No matter what dish, I go for their Homemade Biscuits & Potatoes on the side. Highly Recommend these as your side option! I've frequently this diner over 10 times & now go for their daily specials. Each time they have something different & delicious. Bring an empty stomach, bring your cash (they do not take card), & bring your friends because this will be your new favorite breakfast spot in Phoenix!

Came here on a Saturday morning for breakfast. We waited outside for about 30min. It was HOT... but we were entertained by a local guitarist. Suggestion... place a mist fan outside to keep customers cool. Once seated the wait staff were friendly and quick with getting our order in and food out! The food was yummy and just what we were looking for in a pancake house. The pancakes were fluffy and delicious. The grits and omelets were amazing! Now the coffee... I was really looking forward to a nice cup of Joe. However, it was weak. It was watery. I would recommend this spot to anyone looking for a nice neighborhood diner. But first let them get the coffee grinder right!!! Oh and this is a cash only establishment so bring cash or use their ATM (no fee).

Food was great worth the wait Pancakes tasty and flavorful Small wait times but scene inside was cool Staff helpful The 2 doorman were cheerful

Returned with phoenix family for second time for a great breakfast on a Friday mid morning. Waited for only a short time on the shaded large covered outdoor patio for Dave the Hawaiian shirted front" man host to call us to be seated . We had basically the same orders as previous visit , Benedict , chicken fried steak , big scramble w Birria extra topping ( I could not finish it took home) & young granddaughter had big kids hamburger on Brioche bun w fries , plus added the coconut " Hawaiian pancake to share . All very good , we returned to enjoy the whole experience. The service is very good and efficient . The surf /beach decor is fun like visiting San Diego . There's a small counter , old working jukebox , & surfboards hanging all over . The booths very comfortable. I assume the lunch items great too . I'll ( we will ) be back !

A good ol' fashioned breakfast with some good ol' fashioned service! A smile never goes out of style. ;) Cash only so there is some good ol' fashioned style of taking payment as well. Portions are good so you may consider sharing depending on your appetite. The deep fried French toast takes you to the fair without the fair prices! - a must try. Aloha vibes adorn this establishment.

Cool little spot that used to be a Denny's maybe. Live entertainment while you wait in the covered patio. Good variety of dishes and reasonable prices. The only caveat is that the place is cash only, but there is an ATM inside. We enjoyed our breakfast and would definitely return.

We sheepishly walked in at 1:15, they close at 2:00. A friendly & upbeat greeting let us know there were no hard feelings about our late arrival. I ordered the Popeye omelet with home fries, it was delicious! The home fries were seasoned & fried perfectly. My omelet was tasty & filling. After debating over the Loco Moco, my husband ordered the chicken fried steak & loved it. The biscuit was light & flaky. Everything was great! Our server was nice, attentive & seemed to love her job. The dining room decor was filled with aloha, including a jukebox! Love this place!

Went on a Sunday morning at the place was already so full. The wait was about 45 minutes but they have covered seating outside for people to wait. They also has a live guitar player to help entertain the loads of people waiting. Once getting inside it was pretty hectic with people talking and a steady flow of people and food. We got the tamales eggs Benedict which had good flavors but the texture was very mushy and didn't have anyone to break up the texture. The biscuits and gravy were good but needed a little more salt. The chicken and french toast was definitely the fan favorite of the table. The cinmabun was good but which it came out warm. Overall it was a good experience and would go if u like traditional breakfast food, but probably wouldn't go through the long wait again.

I needed a good breakfast spot in Phoenix. I NEEDED it. I was having a mediocre food experience so far and just needed something good. We got to Original Breakfast, checked in and told despite there being a large crowd it would be no more than 20 minutes - and they weren't wrong. Once seated we were quickly greeted and offered fresh squeezed OJ and coffee. Our food came out SO FAST that I timed the table next to us. We were a table of two and they were a table of three but I still needed to know. EIGHT minutes from placing order to receiving food. EIGHT. MINUTES. for a three top. I got bacon eggs home fries and pancakes. The wife got a big gooey scramble mess. Everything was amazing. The pancakes were the best I've ever had. Seriously. Delicious and fluffy. The only gripe I would have is the coffee wasn't my favorite, it had a flavor to the brew I couldn't quite place. My wife's gripe was the heavy Hawaiian influence with no loco moco on the menu - but this is my review so 5 stars!

Found this place thanks to Yelp! Seriously, they only take cash but they have 2 ATMs so you can get cash. One is also located next to the bathroom for those thinking they can duck out. Don't do that. That's rude. This place was great & exactly what I needed this AM. Wasn't crowded & I did overhear customers, probably regulars, say they were surprised how empty it was today. I'm grateful for it, sensory overload & all. Anywho, down to the actual review. Danielle was my waitress & she was an absolute delight. Super positive. Super bubbly. All felt authentic & not forced at all. Love that energy for her & the customers. I also overheard some chit chat between staff about changing shifts & it was so delightful to hear them so willing to help one another out. Truly gave the vibes of "we actually like working here & like each other." I ordered a basic coffee with heavy cream. Didn't love the $4.25 price for it but there are worse things in life. Also, I only ordered the Crispy Carnitas & Avocado omelette with no sides. Danielle took $2 off since I didn't get any sides. This was lovely & greatly appreciated. Especially since most places still charge full price even when you don't get the full meal. The omelette was just eggs. No milk. No cream. No cheese. No pancake batter. Just eggs. Loved it. Fluffy & delicious. The carnitas themselves were tasty. The red chile sauce was nice with a little kick at the end. Some extra heat would be lovely. The avocado part was a little deceptive, it did not seem as though there was nearly enough avocado in this as it was primarily on the ends of the omelette. Prices were reasonable. Portion sizes were ideal. I would definitely consider coming back here if I was in the area. Worth checking out

I love the vibe of this place! Their biscuits and gravy are my absolute favorite! The service has always been amazing

Overall a good experience. I had their famous chicken fried chicken that also cokes with a slice of french toast and two eggs. The french toast was the highlight of the dish. Cash only with an ATM on-site. The service was good. The lighting seemed a little low, but it wasn't too dark.

Excellent customer service. Really family oriented. I'm thrilled to see a working jukebox! I ordered the Dutch baby cake... perfect!! Worth driving here. The coffee was served hot.. actually really hot, which i like! Although there are some rules so when you go here you're prepared: Cash only. They have ATM inside the restaurant though. No pets allowed and no guns allowed.

Enjoyed our visit. Food was good and service was great. Loved the surfer ambiance and decor.

Me and my dearest friend decided to try out this cute breakfast spot. To our surprise it gave classic breakfast restaurant vibes. It reminded me of my childhood when my dad would take me to our local breakfast diner and I would order the sweetest option on the menu. We both ordered an eggs Benedict and o my goodness it was so good. Of course it came with a side of hash browns. We split an order of bananas foster French toast... incredible! The coffee was okay, would probably get a coffee somewhere else before hand but still good nonetheless. I will be back at this spot with my husband soon.

On a mid week three day vacay we ate hear twice for breakfast! French toast and fried chicken one day and pancakes second day and also goat cheese asparagus scramble were all over the top deliciousness. We also had the huge cinnamon roll and it is the best treat you will have in the area!! Service is friendly and quick. Plenty of parking! We will be back any time we travel this way.

I took my long time friend Vaughn back for his Second visit. He raved about his dish Shrimps With Eggs and Grits. Super satisfying I had quinoa , veggies, poached eggs ! All in all What we both had was far above delicious it was Orgasmic. The restaurant opens at 7:00 and closes at 2:00 PM Stop by for great food. Excellent Sericr

Really great food. The tacos were pretty amazing for a breakfast location. The service was great. Gave a generous tip for best service and food. The ambiance is chill and yes surfer style. Check it out.

Always amazing! Food is delicious and service is on point. The cinnamon roll pancakes are delicious!

Came here for breakfast one morning. Party of 7. Staff were friendly. Wait was about 30 minutes... Food was OK... Coffee was weak and watery but overall our experience ok... Happy Yelping!

Original Breakfast House is a pretty good basic breakast place with a lot to choose from, plenty for vegetarians, and some unique takes (albeit not elevated) on basic breakfast items. I had the chance to go here with friends while visiting Phoenix. It was a bit of a wait for a table (as one would expect on a Sunday for brunch time.) Service was friendly and the food was plentiful. I wish the coffee was better...it wasn't the worst I'd had at a breakfast place (oh ye browned waters of my past.) But it wasn't particularly strong. It was basic diner coffee, slightly on the weak side. A breakfast only place needs to have a strong coffee game. It sets the tone for everything that's about to come and makes your mouth happy immediately. We had the churro pancakes special. Not bad. I also had the Garden Hash & Eggs, made with Egg Whites. This was tasty, cooked well, and with a generous amount of all of it's ingredients. I definitely didn't leave hungry. I had a biscuit on the side...that's my other litmus taste for a decent breakfast place. If they offer biscuits...they better be good. This one was good! Crispy and flakey...extra good when I added butter and honey. The atmosphere is fun too. If was in the mood for basic breakfast options, I'd definitely come back.

40 minute wait had to leave gotta try it next time. I'm in town earlier in the morning.

Cash only (but they have an ATM). My family loves this place. Don't come here for a healthy option, come for a big pile of French toast, or a homemade pop-tart! I like to come really early to avoid crowds. It's one of those places that remind you of Midwest cooking, but looks like California! It's a fun vibe, not for the "snooty."

The food was so good to my soul! I kept it simple with some eggs, grits and bacon and it did not disappoint! Definitely have to try more next time but the severs were so nice and clearly it's the spot to go because it was busy! Loved the surfer theme the restaurant had made you feel like the beach was near by.

The vibe here is so amazing there are so many choices of food they may seem overwhelming but once you get them there not. Orange juice is amazing.the waiter was so nice Alex super sweet and helpful.the food also came out very fast 5 stars. Please get one in Wilmington,NC