Original Pancake House
The Original Pancake House offers a casual all-day breakfast experience with signature pancakes, hearty omelets, and American classics.
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Original Pancake House
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The Original Pancake House offers a casual all-day breakfast experience with signature pancakes, hearty omelets, and American classics.
"Best breakfast around, the wait is always worth it!"
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Add yourself to the waitlist via Google before arriving to reduce waiting time during busy periods.
Arrive Early
Popular spot gets crowded quickly; arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(208) 321-2614
Address
5900 W Fairview Ave, Boise, ID 83704, USA
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Signature Pancake Flavors
Indulge in unique pancake flavors like macadamia nut or pecan with coconut syrup. A true breakfast delight!
Generous Omelets
Enjoy hearty spinach omelets loaded with bacon and cheese, known for their generous portions and fluffy texture.
Bustling Family Atmosphere
Experience a lively breakfast joint where families gather for delicious food in a casual, welcoming setting.
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Use Google Waitlist
Add yourself to the waitlist via Google before arriving to reduce waiting time during busy periods.
Arrive Early
Popular spot gets crowded quickly; arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Try Specialty Items
Don't miss out on specialty pancakes like chocolate chip or strawberry waffles with fresh whipped cream.
Consider Senior Specials
Senior specials offer a great bargain and generous portions, often with leftovers.
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Use Google Waitlist
Add yourself to the waitlist via Google before arriving to reduce waiting time during busy periods.
Arrive Early
Popular spot gets crowded quickly; arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Try Specialty Items
Don't miss out on specialty pancakes like chocolate chip or strawberry waffles with fresh whipped cream.
Consider Senior Specials
Senior specials offer a great bargain and generous portions, often with leftovers.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners consistently praise the delicious and generous portions of American breakfast classics, especially the specialty pancakes and hearty omelets. While the food is highly rated, some reviews mention slow service during peak times, with occasional forgotten requests. Despite minor service hiccups, the overall value and taste make it a highly recommended spot for a satisfying breakfast.
"Hadn’t been here before, but I live in Nampa.
Nice little place with about 20 tables. It was fairly busy at 9:00 on a Friday, but it would probably be packed earlier, being a locals hangout. Even with the crowd, it’s fairly quiet.
I ordered the Senior Plate, but added a second egg as well. The eggs were nice and soft, the bacon crisp and the pancakes were so light and fluffy. What a satisfying breakfast for 13 bucks and some change, including coffee."
Gare The Bear
"The food was amazing! The spinach omelet was so light, fluffy, and FULL of spinach, bacon, and cheese. The hashbrowns had a nice crisp top but definitely could have used a little seasoning. The strawberry waffles were good with the whipped cream being the star of the plate. I would have liked maybe a strawberry syrup to go with the strawberry waffles but the maple was fine.
I would go back again just for that omelet."
Tiffany Glad
""at risk for removal" be careful not to take advantage of their wonderful text reservation waiting system. 🤣😁
Food is great.
Service could be better.
When customers ask for things (straws, lemons) remembering is important to effiency and happy customers. Going for straws after asking the second time and forgetting lemons is not efficient. Running around looks good, accomplishes little."
M D
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular choices include macadamia nut, pecan with coconut syrup, sourdough, and chocolate chip. The apple pancake with cinnamon-sugar glaze is also a signature item.
Yes, the restaurant offers gluten-free pancakes, which are well-regarded by diners.
Consider adding yourself to the waitlist via Google before you arrive, or try to visit during off-peak hours.
While food quality is high, some diners report service can be slow, especially during busy times. It's recommended to be patient or use waitlist options.
Yes, there's a 'Kids Eat Free' promotion on Mondays through Fridays with the purchase of a full adult meal (excluding holidays).
Portions are generally generous, with omelets being particularly full of ingredients and some meals offering leftovers.
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I had the sourdough pancakes and my wife had the gluten free pancakes. Both were very good. We were visiting Idaho and was a little disappointed that they had no huckleberry syrup.
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