The Original Pancake House

Excellent breakfast place. Food is delicious, atmosphere is kind of quiet and like home. No rushing around of staff asking you to hurry. Plenty of room and seating. Food was delicious, correct, and felt very temp hot for those hot items. My coffee cup, as well as water, was never empty. I’ll be back again for sure. The staff were very pleasant and attentive. I tipped them well above the recommended amount.

Great breakfast place.I had a nice experience at this pancake restaurant! The menu offers an impressive variety of options, catering to every taste and craving. Whether you prefer classic fluffy buttermilk pancakes, 49er pancakes, chocolate-chip stacks, or something more adventurous like bacon pancakes or Dutch baby pancake, this place has it all. Each pancake was perfectly cooked—light, airy, and bursting with flavor. The extensive selection and fresh ingredients make every bite a delight. The fresh strawberries and homemade whip cream were amazing. The friendly staff added to the welcoming vibe, making it a perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or just a sweet treat.

Probably the best pancakes I’ve ever had. This place is always packed but it isn’t that hard to get seated. The service is always on point and the food usually comes out very fast. I usually order the 49er pancakes which are always soft, gooey, and delicious on the inside and crispy on the outside. I also order the corned beef hash which is pretty good and not overly salty. Overall, I have yet to find a pancake restaurant as good as this and would absolutely recommend this place.

I was so disappointed. The food looked great, but there was so much salt in the potato pancakes and the corned beef hash. Also, I ordered the bacon pancakes, which were supposed to have bacon inside the pancakes. All they did was put bacon on top of them.

Great old fashioned honest place with good fresh food and enthusiastic staff. Standard menu , as expected, but made fresh and to order. Strawberries were, for instance, as good as you can get them at the farmers market. The size of the pancakes is usually bigger than one can handle, and consequently, you're bringing some for an afternoon snack, and no, I'm not complaining at all. Service is extremely fast, courteous, and truly friendly. No specific recommendations as everything looks yummy indeed. Njoy if you're in the neighborhood.

Excellent breakfast option with a fun crowd. Servers are super friendly and make the entire experience outstanding. Highly recommended!

The food at the original pancake house in Redondo Beach was tasty, fresh and served perfectly warm. Jose served the best coffee ever, just the way I liked it. Victor checked in on us to see if everything was ok, these 2 guys and the food will be the reason for my return.

Best pancakes in the Southbay! These guys know how to run a tight ship. Always tons of people waiting but they are so efficient so you never end up waiting too long. Love this spot!

What I Ordered: Dutch Baby Omelett Ham and Eggs Coffee Food: My favorite brunch spot in LA county! The coffee has a distinct light and nutty flavors that taste fantastic. I myself had 4 cups! The Omelett was the star of the show with ham, onions, and bell peppers. The ingredients mixed well with the soft and fluffy egg, making it the perfect breakfast. I devoured the Omelett by itself and also by adding some Cholula sauce. The Dutch Baby is definitely worth a try if this is your first time. The Ham and Eggs were good, but I would try another dish next time. Service: I love that the coffee here is refillable! Ambiance: It definitely gets busy for brunch, so be prepared to wait. All indoor seating. It has a good size parking lot, so there shouldn't be any issues.

We first had The Original Pancake House in Oregon and absolutely loved it, so we decided to drive to Redondo Beach to give this closer location a try. It was a Saturday morning. The placed was full, but we were still seated immediately. It is supposed to take 45 minutes for 2 of the items we ordered, but it came out super quick! They must have been making some in anticipation of orders. 5/5 - Apple Pancake: Oven baked with fresh apples and pure sinkiang cinnamon glaze. Decadent. 5/5 - Dutch Baby: Oven-baked, served with whipped butter, lemon and powdered sugar. 4/5 - Swedish Pancakes: Huge, thin pancakes served with lingonberries and whipped butter. Looks like the Danish pancakes from Paula's Pancake House in Solvang, but they are definitely different. We probably won't make the early trek to Redondo for breakfast, but I would definitely eat here again if we were planning a trip to the area!

Savor the joy of breakfast at this package house, known for its colossal and fluffy omelettes. Indulge in a delightful morning feast as each omelette is a masterpiece of fluffiness and flavor. The generous portions and diverse fillings make it a go-to spot for omelette enthusiasts seeking a hearty and satisfying breakfast experience. You can also explore a delightful array of pancakes at this charming spot. From classic buttermilk to creative flavors, the menu caters to diverse pancake preferences. Each stack is a perfect blend of fluffy texture and delectable taste, making it a pancake lover's haven. Whether you crave traditional simplicity or inventive combinations, this place promises a pancake experience that satisfies every palate.

First off... WOW!!! Samantha, our server, greeted us with lots of energy and all smiles, loved it! The menu is amazing, and we had questions. Samantha quickly broke down the menu. We decided on Apple Pancakes, scrambled eggs for one of us, then the American potatoes, eggs with 3 buttermilk pancakes, the coffee was giving me life! This was the best breakfast that I've had in a long time, along with the best customer service. Hence, the 5 stars. If you haven't been, please stop by asap!

Original Pancake House is a real treat. It's as American as strawberries on waffles. It's as European as Swedish lingonberries on your pancakes. Or, another of my favorites, a Dutch Baby, which is kind of like a special pancake that is kind of like a souffle. This, their Redondo Beach location, is happily busy most days like their other sister location in Orange County, in the Disneyland city of Anaheim. :) Enjoy.

The Original Pancake House is a favorite, the cherry crepes are light buttery with the cherries and sweet juices all coming together beautifully. The mushroom omelette is huge with fluffy eggs and cheese combined with mushrooms in a delicious sauce. Most items are served à la cart. You can order a side of bacon, sausage or eggs. The portions are quite generous. The menu has a large selection of pancakes, waffles, breakfast favorites like corned beef hash , omelets, French Toast, crepes & more often you will fined a wait on arrival. The restaurant is mid sized but attempts to make good use of the space at hand so you likely will be seated at a table vs a booth. Service is prompt friendly but not overwhelming. Parking is limited and signage warns not to park in the Nextdoor buildings lot. This location was originally built as a House Of Pies. It retains the exterior look. Prices are not too high . I enjoyed my visit and will be back.

The good: I came on a Monday and got seated immediately. Most places that have Dutch babies take super long to make. I was glad we didn't have to wait long for it. It was huge and had an eggy flavor much like an egg tart. It had the texture of a pancake at the bottom but the edges were thinner and dryer. We tried cherry crepes and the Michael breakfast dish as well (poached egg on sausage and biscuit with potato pancakes). My nanny got me wanting to try this place because she said they also have one in Japan. I enjoyed how many options there were for pancakes. The food came out in a timely manner and the service was good. The bad: There's no outdoor seating. It's pricey. Dishes are $15-20 each. I rejected the offered coffee because I didn't know it was free. The interior is pretty generic looking and reminds me of IHOP. I was hoping the interior would be more charming, quirky, kitschy, or interesting. My poached egg was cooked more than I would've liked. The gravy on the egg was underwhelming and lacked flavor. The biscuit was a bit chewy. The cherries in the crepes were too sweet and the canned type. The crepe was thicker and pancake-like. They tasted heavily of butter (I love butter but it tasted excessive and crepes are already tasty with a simple and small amount of butter). The interesting: I've never had potato pancakes before but thought they were fun. They're soft like a pancake but very thin and tastes like a hash brown. I prefer hash browns however because the texture of the potato pancake has no crunch.

Delicious! Ordered the eggs Benedict with potato pancakes. Very good eggs Benedict and served my savory cravings. I also tried their buttermilk pancake and it was one of the best pancakes I've ever had. It tasted decadent and fluffy at the same time. Service was really quick and they were attentive. Served coffee in the beginning.

I will start off with the good. The service here was fantastic! We came at around 8:30am on a Thursday morning and were sat immediately upon arrival. Our waitress was very attentive,fast and helpful. The food on the other hand was a disappointment sadly. The picture on here look amazing and I was especially excited to try their potato pancake. So we ordered the sausages, potato pancakes, scrambled eggs and their Dutch baby. The potato pancakes were the worst thing we got. I can't place what the taste reminded me of, but it was not pleasant. Even after I tried to give it a second shot by drenching it in syrup and it didn't help so I gave up them. The eggs were alright and the sausages were pretty good. The Dutch Baby was the best thing we got. The texture and the flavor were great. But I was pretty sad that was the only thing we enjoyed from what we got. The restaurant was clean and there was plenty of parking. I would recommend coming on a weekday morning as weekends could be pretty

I dined today on a weekday. I was seated immediately, a far difference from weekends. Frankly I enjoy the vibe of a crowded OPH and it seemed a bit lonely with only a few tables occupied. Of course that meant I received really fast service. I ordered the strawberry waffle. They still have fresh strawberries in season and any day I expect to hear "we only have frozen strawberries." So for now I enjoy the really filling meal.

What a rip off. I took my grandson for breakfast, he had 3 small chocolate chip pancakes and I had 2 eggs, bacon, toast and a cup of coffee and it cost $32.03. The entire meal costs about $4.00 in food and beverage. Never again.

I was recommended by a close friend to try this and I couldn't have been more happier. Think of IHOP but with more of a diner feel. They have a HUGE selection of pancake choices for everyone, my favorite being an OG chocolate chip or classic buttermilk. Their potatoes are also very flavorful.

I had not been here in years but we decided to come for breakfast one Saturday morning. The food was just as amazing as I remember! I got the veggie omelette and they were happy to sub out and add veggies for me. The omelette came with 3 buttermilk pancakes. Let me tell you.... They are the original pancake house for a reason because these pancakes were cooked to perfection! Probably the best pancakes I've had in a while. We also split the apple Dutch pancake to taste. It is humongous and also extremely delicious. Tasted like an apple pie. The coffee was great, service was great, food was great.

I've been coming here since I was a kid. My go-to is ham and eggs with the 3 pancakes (I make them strawberry, of course)! I consistently get the same order every time I'm in town and they always deliver. My husband ordered the chocolate chip pancakes, which are also delicious. The whipped cream is so fresh and creamy. The prices are fair and service top-notch. I've seen people working there from 10 years ago. Must be a good company to work for! I've been to other Original Pancake Houses before, but they never taste quite like this location. In the past year or so they changed the decor to a beachy theme but I liked the old farm theme. At least the food hasn't changed! Get there early, especially on a weekend. There's not a big waiting area. There's a parking lot nearby with plenty of spots. You don't want to miss breakfast/brunch here!

So so good! My family has been coming here for years now. It does get pretty crowded, so I recommend trying to come early to put your name on the waitlist. We usually do family style so we can share a variety of their pancakes. Our favorites are the blueberry and the potato pancakes. The blueberry pancakes have so much flavor. The potato pancakes come with a side of sour cream and applesauce, so I alternate eating the potato pancakes with those 2 sauces and also some ketchup. So delicious. Highly recommend coming here.

I woke up this morning craving banana pancakes. The last time I had them was here, about 20 years ago. Arrived around 9:30 and it was super busy, just like I remember. I loved my pancakes! The service was top tier, just like I remember. There's ample parking, but be prepared to wait. Our servers, Berinice, Courtney and Jose Benitez couldn't possibly have been nicer. GIVE THEM A RAISE! Highly recommend and will definitely return.

The original pancake house is a childhood favorite of mine, and that stands to this day. My partner and I ordered a fresh spinach omelette, and substituted the side pancakes for banana pancakes, as well as the Swedish pancakes. The Swedish pancakes themselves deserve the five star rating already. The dense yet almost fluffy texture is mouthwatering, the flavors simple and perfect. The omelette was huge, and incredibly priced given how much did they give your. The banana pancakes weren't anything special (just buttermilk pancakes with bananas on top) but the tropical dressing was citrusy, fruity, and made a ridiculously simple stack of pancakes so incredibly more enjoyable. Service was super fast, I was so amazed how much I enjoyed this meal.

Honestly this was a mid experience. It's unfortunate that the pancakes don't come in a combo with sides with the dishes being about $16-17 each. Sidenote there is no substitution with the combos which only come with eggs and a protein. The food was average... it tasted pretty generic. The staff in the front did not say greet us as we walked in and we had to greet them first with a 'good morning'. Our server was pretty straightforward and she checked in on us constantly which was appreciated. Try not to pay with big bills as it is a smaller establishment and it's tough for them to make change. As we left there were 2 women working by the door.. again still did not say anything to us .. so we left while saying "thank you" and that's when they said goodbye. (Not the friendliest or most welcoming staff we had come to realize) The customers who dined along us were older couples and families.. it was nice having breakfast with my sister who made the slightly disappointing experience tolerable. For a nearly $60 breakfast... I would just say we would not come back or recommend this place. There's definitely better experiences out there with better food and friendlier staff. We give this a 2.5 /5

The best pancake ever, the service was great and people was nice, and the place was very clean and friendly .

In general, we felt very rushed here. We came in at 8am and were seated soon after being asked how many were in our party. The hostess directed us and as we were following her, she realized no tables were available. We stopped and then she walked to the other side and said, "oh! This one's free!" However, it wasn't really free. The busser was in the middle of cleaning and setting up the table. It felt awkward that we were standing there while waiting for him. I'm sure he felt pressured and rushed by our presence as well. I would have preferred to have been walked over after the table was ready bc he didn't have enough time to clean since our booth was sticky. Our server asked us if we were ready to order right after sitting down. Then after a couple of minutes she asks us again. I get that this is a busy breakfast spot, but can we slow down a bit sometimes? I understand they probably want to get us out as soon as possible to seat the next guests, but they can't expect us to know what to order right when we are seated. That's not enough time to look at a menu if you're not a regular at this establishment. As for the food, they serve large portions. Their pancakes don't really have a lot of flavor on their own. It definitely needed help from their friends, syrup and butter. The potato pancakes were very very greasy but we liked how crispy they were. We also liked the blueberry compote for the pancakes.

I visited this restaurant alone after dropping someone off at LAX. The food was alright. I ordered the eggs Benedict and chocolate chip pancakes. The presentation was okay, and same with the food. The service seemed a little unorganized but I did receive my food quickly which was nice. Overall I don't think I would return to this restaurant but nothing was terrible it was all just OK.

I was craving for potato pancakes and corned beef hash. We decided to come here for breakfast in this morning , the parking lot was full! We didn't have to wait long to be seated. The food was good and the waitress was very attentive and we also ordered chocolate pancakes to take home!

I have to say I always look forward to eating at the Original Pancake House. Since I only go there when I visit family every 4 to 5 months, I always order the same things: Corn beef hash and Dutch Baby. I am sure everything they serve is great. I see people enjoying themselves and enjoy their food. The service is very good. We were seated within 5 minutes, had the menus and coffee three minutes after that. The waiter was very patient and courteous. The restaurant is clean and has a family atmosphere. I highly recommend it to families with hungry eaters.

I love OPH, but this is another one of those cases where the chain is good but the location is bad. The food is bland and just doesn't taste as good as I know it normally does. The maple syrup both looks and tastes like it's been watered down. Skip this location if you want to truly experience how delicious OPH is

This has become a regular brunch stop for my friends and me on a monthly basis. I have tried the Dutch apple and the baked pancake that takes awhile to cook, but is totally worth it. Always has a line, but if you come early(like 8:30-9:00) it seems there is not as long a wait. Servers are friendly and accommodating. Special great to come here.

Best pancakes I've ever had!!!!!! I'm not a huge fan of pancakes but their chocolate chip pancakes are to die for. They have a great homemade pancake recipe that's really fluffy buttery and delicious

I can't say enough about the pancakes, most other places pancakes are almost rubbery, here they are a perfect consistency and delicious!

This place is an amazing place for breakfast. I would highly recommended. Food is great. The service is good sometimes it is alone waiting list so get there early and enjoy your breakfast.

I had the spinach crepe and loved it. It is HUGE like a burrito lol. Really hit the spot for me. The crispy potatoe pancakes are a little burnt on the outer edges but I personally enjoyed the crunch! I asked for the hollandaise sauce on the side and easy on the cheese which made it a perfect dish. They usually douse the crepe so that it's swimming in sauce. I think the crepe is delicious as is, with the addition of however much sauce you want. The crepe held up quite well even as a leftover due to its thick batter. A very good mix of sweet and savory for this entree.

Good service and good eats. The original pancake house. Yes they are! They have the right breakfast for you. There is a little wait time involved, but hey, no one likes to eat in a lonely restaurant. Once seated, we were treated. Good coffee here. No doubt about it. We ordered a ham and cheese omelette, pancakes, potatoes, and my favorite: apple crepes. Our server was very nice. We also ordered the gluten friendly chocolate chip pancakes. Enjoyed a good breakfast. You will too.

So much food and tasted good too! We went here on a whim because I thought the building would be easy for my out of towner friends to find. It was very busy but the wait still wasn't bad.

Seen this place on Instagram and had to try the Bacon and eggs any style and he got the Corn beef Hash. The best pancakes I ever tasted!!! Honestly it's better than IHOP pancakes. I highly recommend. Enjoy

Wow, this place is incredible! They deserve more than 5 stars, in my opinion. The service is outstanding and the food is AMAZING! If you haven't been, you have to go! My wife and I loved everything that we ordered! We will definitely be back and bringing our whole family along too! You guys are great Original Pancake House! Keep up the great service and delicious food! There's no other breakfast place that can compare! We have literally been craving it since the day we left, no other breakfast place can compare, hands down! Prices are fair and worth it for sure!

Still the best food in the South Bay Area! I highly recommend the corned beef hash and poached eggs! Potatoe pancakes are the best! Great customer service!

This was actually our plan B brunch option, but pulling up at 9am on a Sunday we were surprised to see that Pancake House was already bursting at the seams with hungry customers. The wait was 25 minutes and we were subsequently smoothly shuttled to our table in the crowded dining room. Service was overall quick and efficient, and you'll get called "honey" (love it!). We got the Dutch baby which was fluffy with a little crisp around the edges, slightly eggy and not too sweet. Meanwhile, the Western omelette which was the largest omelette I've ever seen in my entire life, jam packed with ham, onion, bell pepper, and cheese. It also came with a stack of pancakes, but alas- with the portion sizes here, they went untouched. Probably best to avoid glancing at the calorie information - or head to Redondo and take a long bike ride/stroll after brunch!

Don't get me wrong, I am a very big fan of Original Pancake House or I was, as I used to go often when I was younger. The warm memory of freshly made pancakes brought me back a few weeks ago, and I hate to say that I was disappointed. It was way too crowded and considering COVID(this was when mask regulations were in place) the seats were way too close to each other. I was less than an arm's width from the table next to me. To start with the service used to be a strength at this restaurant, but this time it was very difficult to get our server to assist us. They would check on all the tables around us, but would not even give us a glance, even when we were holding up our hands to call someone. The food was also fell flat, and it didn't meet my expectations I had. My Dutch Baby were undercooked and my boyfriend's ham was very dry and hard. Maybe it is a memory glitch-but I used to remember it to be very delicious and filling. I also think the price was alot higher than it used to be, and for the food that we got, I don't think it was worth it. I am sorry to say I think I have to let Original Pancake House go.

Classic pancake diner. Love the latkas and who could resist ordering a stack of pancakes to share for the table?

Love this place! Used to go here a lot as a kid. There almost always is a wait. So be prepared to wait for a table! FYI- they do not do takeout/pickup orders on the weekends because it's too busy. They are efficient and the food is classic. The ambiance is very fast paced, loud and busy. Like an old school diner. I always get the Swedish pancakes which are thin large crepe-like pancakes served with berries. Great breakfast place for classic breakfast!

Very good! My favorite is their eggs benedict with potato pancakes. I also liked their blueberry pancakes, it might be one of the best pancakes I have ever tasted. The service was quick but there might be a long wait most of the time. It was worth the wait.

Mixed feelings. The GOOD: Despite being crowded, the wait was quick. Server came immediately. Large portion of food. Sever never refilled my coffee but gave me the refill in a to-go cup. Huge parking lot in back. The BAD: This hurts to say, but I was disappointed by the pancakes. I am OBSESSED with pancakes and I make them myself all the time. So... while I appreciate the generous portion, they were barely edible! The pan was wayyyyy too hot. They were super undercooked and almost raw. Obviously this is how you can serve a lot of people fast, but EW. The coffee was very bitter and the cream was in plastic thimbles. 7-11 has better coffee. If anyone is interested, search "America's Test Kitchen Pancakes" on YouTube for an awesome recipe. Anyway, giving this place 3 stars because I appreciate good customer service!

It's hard to find restaurants that serve buckwheat pancakes so we're very pleased to have them here and they're always perfectly done. Their omelettes are legendary and we've not been disappointed when we've changed them for variety. This continues to be an enjoyable experience for us: a happy vibe, good service, good food,

I loved how quick it is and the breakfast here is good! It's pretty big and service is quick. It gets busy but you can get in and out fast. No disappointments in the food!

To me it's like an ihop with better quality food. The ditch boy pancake was good and different from what I'm use to getting at breakfast places. Blueberry pancakes were good as well. Portions are large which I'm guessing Is why entrees are on the higher cost side. Id love it if they offered half orders. Even my daughters kids pancakes was about 1.5x too much food.

Solid diner food with generous portions. Good place for a brunch meeting. Good service as well.

Had a really good time sitting down trying one of their omelets with a side of pancakes and 4 sausages. The coffee is complementary and the attention from the servers was awesome. They never let my coffee cup dry out. Prices were reasonable and make it a hard sell not to comeback again. Get there early to avoid the crowds and waiting time. It took about 30min+ to have our party of 5 called in.

About the place: My initial thoughts were like, this is probably another version of Denny's or IHOP. But man wasn't this so much better. I went in alone and the wait was 15 mins. But it can be longer as the morning progresses. Ample parking in front of the diner and around the building. A classic cottage style building structure and the wait area is not that big. Food: The menu has your regular breakfast favorites: Pancakes, waffles, eggs and eggs related stuff. The few things that are different are the Apple and Dutch baby pancakes. I had the Dutch baby pancake, it's one and humongous. It's is served with butter, lemon and powdered sugar. It's great that they serve this on the side so you can add just what you want. They are oven baked and arrived pretty fast . The texture was Custard x French toasty and was a bomb. You don't need sugar for this to taste good. I also tried the spinach crepes with potato pancakes. I was already full so I had some for taste and packed it. Again this was so good as well. Service: I was most impressed by the service. The lady who waited was prompt and always reachable.I believe her name is Maria. Warm people and they helped out pretty good. I'll absolutely be back if I chose to have breakfast food anytime.

Excellent customer service and food. They're always so kind of patient. I've seen guest be rude and they still keep their composure and our professional kind. People need to be a little more patient and understanding. This restaurant is awesome. Definitely have to come here specially, for the food and the Customer Service :-)

Todo muy rico! La torta de huevo is absolutely delicious! I have never ate such a fluffy omelette.

I've been going to this place for more than ten years and have become a regular. It is always consistent and delicious. The seating is a lot of small tables than can be put together to accommodate large groups. The booths that they do have, about seven, are always the first to go. The service is good but usually because the bussers continually offer coffee and get what you request. That's not to say that the service isn't good but some are better than others. The food is very satisfying. Anything you order will be good. For a treat, try the Dutch Baby.

Came here on a Saturday afternoon. The French toast was great but the waffles were even better! No complaints. Staff was really friendly and helpful. And they came by every so often whenever my coffee was out or almost out.