4. Restaurants

The Original Pancake House

1221 Kapiolani Blvd,Ste 103, Honolulu, HI, 96814
  • (808) 596-8213
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  • Shiloh R.

    Truly my favorite breakfast place on the island! It feels like I'm going to my aunt's house for a meal. Everyone feels like family and it's always a joy coming here. EXCELLENT service. Favorites: blueberry pancakes and French crepes! Mmmmmmm :) This place is ALWAYS packed too! Try to go extra early when they open. Anything past 9am is pretty busy.

    (5)

  • Josh A.

    This hidden gem is tucked away at 1221 Kapiolani. Surprisingly for a restaurant with no street frontage, everyone knows about this restaurant! This is a great place to come for home style breakfast food! Great service, large portion size, inexpensive prices!

    (5)

  • Gspot H.

    Good Classic Breakfast spot. No Soup on Weekends. Free Parking in Back.

    (4)

  • DexterFan L.

    Great food and fast service! Two of which are very hard to find in Hawaii as a California visitor. Everything we ordered was great. The dishes that come with buttermilk pancakes can be substituted with speciality pancakes for approximately an additional $2.50. Definitely go here!!

    (5)

  • Craig M.

    It's been quite some time - years, in fact - since I've had breakfast at the Kapiolani location of the Original Pancake House. It was one of the first breakfast places I'd been to when we returned to Honolulu back in the early '70s. Parking is a little strange. Enter from the back, park your car, take the garage elevator down to ground level (the elevator is in the middle of each floor), then walk down a hallway to the restaurant. The wife and I were unfamiliar, so we ended up walking down stairs and entering the restaurant from a back doorway. The interior hasn't changed much since I was last there, like I said, a long time ago, say 25 years ago. It still exudes homey warmth and practically screams out "Welcome!" Having had their Apple Pancake before on the mainland, I had my thoughts set on that. However, I forgot it takes about 40 minutes to prepare it, and when so advised, I changed my mind and ordered something else. The wife had their standard Seniors Breakfast - an egg, a serving of breakfast meat, and two pancakes. No use taking a picture, you know what that looks like. At any rate, she and I shared her pancakes. I ordered their Corned Beef Omelet - it's pretty good, as they use freshly made corned beef, cut from the brisket. You can tell by the texture and flavor. Besides, there are tiny chunks of fat with the meat, just the way I love it. The omelet itself is fluffy, what some would call a soufflé omelet, and the eggs are very light and moist. The wife scooped off with about a third of my rice so she could have some with her over-easy egg mixed with ketchup and soy sauce (what we call "matoo" eggs after my first son dubbed it so back when he was in grade school). Why I haven't been back there in so long is a mystery. And now that I know how to park there ... I really should go back more often and have their Apple Pancake. No?

    (4)

  • Kira K.

    Come here for the Dutch Baby!! So fluffy and good, and it comes with powdered sugar, lemon wedges, and powdered sugar The service on the other hand... I think our waitress was Dianne? (The name on our check) we sat there and waited 30 MINUTES with no water, and when I asked, she looked like she didn't care. She didn't apologize, instead she said "I gave you bigger water glasses"... When we looked around, they were the same size as everyone else's. She then dropped off our food and said no word to us and didn't Check up on us... Once again, no apologies either. The food was okay.. My bf said the corned beef hash and hash browns taste better at zippys and tasted frozen. The 3 stars was only for the Dutch baby.. I'm a waitress and never tip 10%, but this lady seemed like she didn't care.

    (3)

  • Puakoa G.

    First! there's lots of parking...drive up the ramp to the left of the small 1st floor space. I've eaten there many times and always enjoy my food selections. The waitresses are very pleasant and efficient. When the place is buzzing they may not get to the table too often! but flag down any who fly by and you'll get help. Go. Enjoy. And yes, on Sat/Sun, know there'll be a wait for a table. :-)

    (4)

  • J P.

    Coming to the original pancake house is like depending on you keep wondering and trying other places but all roads lead back to the original pancake house.

    (5)

  • Angel H.

    We came here for a late breakfast on Saturday. It was around 11:30am and the wait was about half an hour. There's always a wait for this place. I haven't been here in about a year. I'd rather go to IHOP because they have the different fruity pancakes, which I like. The hubby wanted to come here for a change. He always likes to get an omelette with pancakes. He got the cheese omelette which he said was fine. He didn't like their pancakes though. He didn't think they were fluffy enough. I was ok with their pancakes. I asked for a side of haupia syrup and I was good to go. I ordered the bacon and eggs breakfast with hash browns. I like my eggs over easy and it came out perfect with the runny yolk. They serve the thick slices of bacon here and it was salty. It's not my bacon of choice. I prefer my bacon thin and crispy. I really didn't care for the hash browns either. It wasn't crispy. I like hash browns made from potato shavings. They serve the patty style here. The ladies working here are super friendly. They refill your drinks and see you if need anything. As with most breakfast places, you take your bill and pay it at the cashier.

    (3)

  • Roselle S.

    I always love this place. My mom use to take us here and there food and service is still awesome. The wait is not bad for being a busy breakfast place. I had the pecan Belgian waffle, the waffle is just right and the pecans give it just the added touch of crunch and flavor. My husband had a seafood omelette, with generous amounts of shrimp, scallop and fish, he could not even finish but enjoyed it. I hope this place stays open another 50 years!!

    (5)

  • Amy M.

    I had finished church with a friend of mine and so we went to grab some breakfast. Apparently this is a happening spot on a Sunday. There were couples, and families waiting along with us. The wait was about thirty minutes. Once we were seated we were greeted right away by a sweet waitress. I ordered coffee and it was very good. I perused the menu and settled on bacon, sunny side eggs with hash browns. They did not skimp on the bacon. it was plentiful and my heart and stomach was smiling as it went into my mouth. The eggs were nice with my fork crushing the yolk and having it's wonderful juices ooze onto my hash brown. I sprinkled a little salt and hot sauce. This basically hit the spot. Everything was right on the money. The place reminded me of my friends grandmother cooking homemade meals. I left satisfied with a smile on my face. Great customer service

    (4)

  • Steven H.

    A consistent favorite for breakfast. With some of the best pancakes on the island this is a great local spot that most people would not think to stop by. My personal favorite is the Dutch Apple Pancake, but if you plan to order make sure to sign up for it as soon as you arrive because it takes quite a bit of time to prepare.

    (5)

  • Russel M.

    What can you say about the best Omelette and German (Apple) Pancake on the Planet? Not much, so expect another short review. GO early or face a long wait. Easy Parking and friendly Service. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Stefanie C.

    This place was horribly disappointing. My friend and I planned to do some yoga nearby and wanted to grab breakfast beforehand, so we found this pancake house on Yelp. When we first walked into the restaurant, we were greeted by a cold burst of air and sat down feeling like we just got thrown into a refrigerator. We were not exactly greeted with warm and welcoming customer service. I swear the women who work here just hate tourists... or guessing by the temperature of the room have just been experiencing lots of hot flashes. We ordered their most popular items, the Dutch Baby and Apple Pancake. Then we were warned that they each have 20-40 minutes of baking time. That's ridiculous! But of course we are never in Hawaii so YOLO. Maybe it's worth it. In the meantime, we sipped on our tasteless and weak coffee and ordered a side of Corned Beef Hash to eat in the meantime, which ended up coming with the rest of our food and completely defied our objective of ordering that in the first place. When the food came, I was underwhelmed by the Dutch Baby, which is an oven-baked German Pancake. It needed so much butter and powdered sugar to add flavor, but perhaps that's because I've never had it before. The waitresses probably got offended that my friend asked for syrup, because they never brought it to us. I will say that the Apple Pancake is pretty good for the first few bites. It is baked with fresh apples and corintji cinnamon glaze. After awhile, I started getting a stomachache because it tasted WAY too eggy and undercooked. My friend and I ended up needing more time to digest this unsatisfying food and went to a later yoga class. Overall I would not recommend this place to anyone, local or tourist. The food and service are atrocious.

    (2)

  • Brenda M.

    Yum! I had the spinach and cheese omelette than included my side of pancakes! It's a huge portion! It was delicious. I also had there coffee which was so great I didn't have to add sugar like I usually do. The place was full but I don't expect less by the food they produce!

    (4)

  • Tania C.

    Perfect for breakfast. They have a wide range of pancakes and omelettes. They have great pancakes, but for those of you who get full quickly but like the taste of a pancake, I recommend eating the Forty-niner. This place gets full quickly and they do not take reservations. Parking is a little hectic, but on Sundays the building has free parking.

    (5)

  • Savannah H.

    Nothing fantastic about this place. Pancakes were okay. If you like your personal space and not to be sitting on top of people this really isn't the place for you. Food was fast though that was a plus.

    (2)

  • Celine N.

    Love coming here in the morning because the friendly staff and great food! I can here about 7am and the pancakes came out really quick also everyone there was so welcoming and friendly!

    (5)

  • Alizabeth H.

    I love to eat here. I come here once a month or more. I love the oven-baked German pancake. I'm not a big pancake eater but this place makes me love pancakes. Parking is free with validation. U can enter the parking lot from Kapiolani Blvd. drive up to second floor and take a ticket. You can park anywhere after the parking booth. Take the elevator down the the G floor (ground) and Walk through parking lot to your right. Take the door into the building, and walk down the hall. You will see the restaurant to the left. I also like to eat the breakfast special. It's your choice of meat & eggs with pancake or rice or hash browns or toast. The staff is also friendly. It's been the same staff for a long time. Love this place. Our waitress was Didi this time and she has worked here for 26 years. So, everyone knows each other and it's like family.

    (5)

  • Grace L.

    I'm a fan of all things breakfast--even though I'm never awake early enough to eat breakfast....(Why aren't breakfast places open at night...?) The Original Pancake House is great because you'll rarely have to spend your entire morning trying to calm your rumbly stomach because those other trendy breakfast places have a 1hour+ wait. I've never had to wait for breakfast here other than the one time I actually woke up to meet a friend for breakfast at 7 am *GASP*. Even then the line was still very short in comparison to our other favorite breakfast joints like boots or cinnamons. Ever since I was a kid, I've loved the 49er flap jacks. Super moist and chewy thin pancakes served with a dollop of butter and your choice of syrup. Maple for me all day everyday. It's not your typical buttermilk pancake and reminds me more of a crepe than anything else. The apple pancake here is also suuuuuper good but it takes a while for them to bake it so it's only worth it if you're okay to wait for your food (I'm too impatient). As for the savory dishes, I don't care too much for the traditional eggs and meat plates so I'll always get the omelettes. My favorite would have to be the spinach, bacon, and cheddar. It's simple but the omelette is really fluffy (not flat and overcooked like at eggs and things). The potato omelette is pretty good too but it has loads of potatoes so it'll be a little more on the heavy side. The vegetable omelette is good too if you're not in the mood for any kind of meat but it doesn't have anything other than veggies....*hint* you may want to add cheese? They validate for parking so you won't have to stress yourself out! (I always do at places with no parking...)

    (4)

  • Tiffinie K.

    Nice to have a parking lot for the restaurant, but the roof is too short for large vehicles. The servers were very friendly. They brought a warm family atmosphere that made breakfast so much better. I had the potato omelette with a sour cream sauce. The flapjacks were delicious. I wish they allowed us to substitute the pancakes with flapjacks. We were willing to pay extra too. Definitely go again, but not anytime soon. I'm not ready to be rolled out again.

    (5)

  • Katherine L.

    I ALWAYS come for the dutch baby, which is (in my opinion) their signature dish. It's thinner than a pancake but thicker than a crepe and has a crepe consistency where its soft in the middle but the edges are crispy. You smother it with butter, lemon juice and powdered sugar. SOOOOO GOOOD!!!! I also usually get a side of bacon because I love the whole sweet and salty combo. This is the only restaurant on the island that i know of that makes dutch baby (besides The Pig & the Lady which I've heard makes a savory dutch baby). TIP: A dutch baby takes about 15-20 min to make so if you are waiting in line, make sure to note by your name how many dutch babies you want, so they can start on it.

    (5)

  • Eunice F.

    Food was pretty good here! Tried the dutch souffle pancake... added the butter powdered sugar and fresh lemon... it was a bit eggy and doughy... but... overall pretty good... :) then shared the veggie omelette that was filled with lots of fresh veggies and had a side of chocolate chip pancakes... overall very yummy... service was good... and prices are average... like any other breakfast place... :)

    (4)

  • Ivy Lou H.

    I gave this place a few tries but it just doesn't do it for me. The taste of the food is like what you'd get at a IHOP or Denny's (Uggh) which means not much quality for the ingredients. The coffee was also not so nice and tasted lije cheap Folgers. I'm also not impressed with the service. My ham steak arrived cold and when I told my waitress that she just apologized but didn't offer a replacement or to take it off the check. I took one bite and paid $5.95 for that cold bite.

    (2)

  • Juliette G.

    The macadamia nut pancakes are delicious and the Portuguese sausage was top notch. Other than that everything was pretty underwhelming. Our hostess was downright rude but the rest of the staff was polite and attentive. I would have given them a solid 3-star review if it hadn't been for the "tropical syrup" which I was very excited to try, seeing as how I'm in the tropics. Sadly, it's nothing more than frozen orange juice concentrate that's been thawed and poured into a creamer pitcher. I won't be returning.

    (2)

  • Nani G.

    I was seated as soon as I walked in which was great. My order came out quick and was exactly what I ordered. I always enjoy the pancakes. So light and fluffy and covered in buttery goodness. Today I had the steak and eggs and was more than satisfied. The one thing that blew me away is the size of the "large" juice. My water glass was bigger than my juice glass. My waitress was nice as usual. She was sweet to take my credit card up to process my bill. The lady who brought it back kinda tosses it on my table as she mumbled something. Overall good experience.

    (4)

  • Peter T.

    Been a couple years since I went here and now I remember why as I gave it a second shot this morning. Kid got the Keiki Delight (French Toast) and while she like the toast, threw the bacon away after a couple bites; wasn't crispy and taste was inferior. I got the Denver omelet and while it had all the parts hard to qualify it as an omelet. Basically came out in big bun shape and was more cheese than egg, literally felt and taste like I was eating a big blob of melted cheddar with some ham thrown in. To make it worse, no salsa ... what breakfast joint doesn't carry f'ing salsa for eggs? Not sure how you can screw frozen hash brown blocks up but they managed by burning them. And the side of corn beef hash was the worst of both worlds, wasn't that god awful homemade crap that is so in vogue now not was it that great traditional out the can dog food. Instead I get some slimy patty composed of house cut boiled potatoes and canned corn beef (not hash) mushed up together. Oh and the service sucks. Quick to get seated and served once you order but sat for ten minutes waiting to simply get acknowledged and a cup of coffee. Don't plan to make this mistake again.

    (2)

  • Victoria K.

    Has been 8 years since I've been home, had to take a stop here. Oh how i forgot how good the coconut syrup was. I recommend any pancake with this syrup. Denver omelet was mediocre.

    (4)

  • David P.

    Food was as great as the service. Awesome spot for a brunch. The restaurants appearance was very calm and homelike. I will definitely be coming back.

    (5)

  • Esther R.

    Rude staff. I tried to ask the hostess a question and she rudely pointed to the floor and told me to stand away and I would be helped. Felt like I was being treated like a dog.

    (1)

  • Alexander G.

    Going by this place everyday, I'm surprised it took me so long to finally head inside for a meal. I wasn't expecting much in terms of ambiance as it's located inside one of the ugliest buildings along Kapiolani. The other reviews however were a testament to the food quality. The wait was about 30-45 minutes, which is understandable due to the size and popularity of the restaurant. The decor is comfortably 70s browns; I have a fondness for this style as I can still picture restaurants of my childhood looking the same way (holdouts from the decade of polyester and strange color combinations). When finally seated, our waitress was friendly, professional, and no-nonsense. The menu is ample. Despite the name, I ordered two eggs over-easy, beef hash, hash browns, and an iced tea. My friend had the Swedish pancakes, which looked thin and deliciously browned. My food looked small, but I was rewarded with a full belly. The iced tea was strong and refreshing. I will definitely be back, hopefully next time I'll get to sit outside on their patio.

    (4)

  • Julie F.

    Incredible food -- and an especially wonderful staff. They have some of the best people! I love them! Everything tastes great.

    (5)

  • Tina T.

    Tried this local hidden gem for breakfast today. Heard from friends this place makes some really tasty pancake soufflés so I had to check it out! We had the apple pancake and Dutch baby. Both two extremely different and with such great flavors. My friend told me to just pick one to share because they were so huge, but I am on vacay....I gotta try them both! So glad I did, but couldn't decide which one was better because both were so delicious! Order in advance because these two dishes take time to be wonderful. Apple pancake takes approx. 45 min. To bake. The servers there were so sweet and attentive. Note, if you order that, you better add on some bacon, potatoes, and/or eggs because you will need that to make it a complete savory meal.

    (5)

  • Peter E.

    Awesome breakfast, not so awesome wait time to get a table. Quick tip, Dutch baby is great! 15-20 minute wait for this dish. If the Dutch baby is what you want, then order it while waiting in line. By the time you get seated and the rest of your group orders and get their meals your Dutch baby will arrive. Corned beef omelette is good but know it's not corned beef hash. Its fresh corned beef like what you would get for St. Patties day. Also if you get the corned beef omelette, they offer fluffy or flat, flat doesn't taste too good. For some reason the eggs in that omelette when ordered flat style are rubbery. Other than that, I love this place. Oh, when getting pancakes, try the coconut syrup. It's delicious! Hope you enjoy this place as I do.

    (4)

  • Ronie F.

    It's that place where everybody knows your name. There's not too many places like this anymore. It's got that old fashioned charm. Been going here for years. The food hits the spot and there's something about their coffee! But we look forward to seeing all the familiar faces just as much as grinding the food. When you go rememba to say howzit to Dennis. My all time favorite bruddah at this place!

    (5)

  • Angel S.

    The staff here is awesome and the food is of course the best breakfast ever anywhere the outside seating is best if you have kids I was impressed by everyone here specially the guy who brings you the drinks his attitude is just fantastic his name was Teres his the best our waitress she was also great could not say anything bad about this place just remember to sign in all on your owned and wait outside if their is no seating inside

    (5)

  • Susan R.

    Great service, great pancakes and great options! I have been here on both of my trips to Hawaii and have been very satisfied on both occasions. We were seated quickly as a large party (though it was a Monday) and served quickly. We loved the potato omelette and the corned beef omelette which both come with a stack of pancakes.... Yum!

    (5)

  • Melonie T.

    This is one of my favorite places to eat at. Always get seated quickly, staff is super friendly, and food is delicious. (I usually get the Bacon and Eggs with pancakes.) I will continue to go here.

    (5)

  • Lyla D.

    TOPH is located on the street level in the Blackfield Building. If I'm not mistaken, they are one of the original tenants since 1976. We've been enjoying weekend and weekday breakfasts here for years, er, decades! The decor has remained the same and seems "stuck in Time". Maybe it's because they want to preserve the nostalgic 1950's Oregonian charm of its creators. A little sprucing up could bring this place back to its original luster. On weekends, this place seems almost impossible to get into as they don't accept reservations and the sign-in sheets seem to get longer. Lines of hungry people line the corridors while patiently waiting for their name to be called. They have a seating policy that everyone must be present in your party before they will seat you, even if your name is called. But, on weekday morning, it's such a different scene. Nice and "civilized" quiet. Service is managed by only two waitresses and one busboy...they do a super job! They're friendly and efficient as the breakfast cooks seem to effortlessly pump out the simple, traditional American breakfasts. They don't skimp on their use of fresh eggs and butter. Their omelettes are airy, fluffy and filled with sausage, veggies and/or cheese. House specialties are Apple Pancakes, Dutch Baby, Crepes, waffles and buttermilk pancakes. Locally, they offer the option of steamed white rice, sorry, no brown rice, instead of pancakes. My husband usually orders their Portuguese sausage omelette that is brimming with chunks of locally-made Portuguese sausage and green onions. Whereas, I order pancakes along with my omelette or egg dish. Today, I had full intention of ordering banana pancakes with coconut syrup but was distracted by the thick-cut French toast breakfast plate on the menu. This was a good deal since my plate included an egg, prepared any style to order and either bacon or sausage links. The French toast was nicely crisped which featured soft custard-soaked bread inside. Our coffee cups and water glasses were refilled often. We like TOPH for its "old school", traditional American breakfasts in its no frills diner atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Cobra K.

    Awesome pancakes and breakfast spot! Great thing that they open up at 6am. Not the easiest place to find but after finding some street parking, I came in and ordered the Portuguese omelet with pancakes. Huge portions and so good! Broke da mouth!

    (4)

  • Michele P.

    So disappointed! Took forever to be served then my pancakes were cold and my daughter had a bug in her rice! The corned beef was even bland!

    (1)

  • Lily B.

    Original Pancake house is goooood...just check the long line. Order your Dutch Baby early or choose any of their other awesome standards. 49ers are thin and crepey good. Bacon is thick and crispy. Omelets are oven puffed and the hash is house made. All of it is consistently very good. Be ready to wait in line, or come at an off time. Don't be afraid to ask servers for anything, they are busy but will accommodate.

    (5)

  • Aimee C.

    (Dirty Dancing reference:) No one puts Aimee in a...SEAT OUTSIDE! Yes, I know I know I shouldn't be complaining since I love coming here so much, but, really, a seat outside?! That is one thing I refuse to do - I will not sit outside. Enough complaining by the princess, seriously, I love coming here. Like when a child behaves and deserves a reward, The Original Pancake House is a reward for me. I'm not health conscious (I know I should be), but it's a lot of food so early in the morning, so I don't come as often as I think my tummy would like to. The women who work here are hit or miss. (Don't you just love their muumuus/sneakers?!) Sometimes the wait is long - really, really long. But, all in all, the sometimes rough-around-the-edges service and super long wait are worth it when you taste the delicious fluffy pancakes and oh-em-gee homemade corn beef hash. I'm sure lots of people try different things, but me, I am a serious lover of corn beef hash (read my reviews, you'll see). Being that it's breakfast, it is really hard to disappoint anyone right? I mean, don't we all love brekky? They give lots of food and the food comes pretty darn fast. They keep your coffee filled and they run the place like a well-oiled machine. I would def recommend TOPH for anyone looking for a down home restaurant spot. Parking is also hit or miss, so if you find street parking, take it. The restaurant is tucked away in the building and when waiting it can get rather cozy as everyone is waiting to be called. But, again, the wait can get long, but if they offer you to sit outside on the patio tables/chairs, feel free to take it :) I will gladly sit inside.

    (4)

  • Julie I.

    Love this restaurant!!! Grew up coming here and now bringing my children here....the service and staff consistently friendly and helpful. Very inviting atompshere.

    (5)

  • Ariana M.

    I seriously never knew this place existed. The Original Pancake House is located (more like hidden) in the same building as Gyu-Kaku, but not on the outside that you can see on Kapiolani Street. You have to actually go into the building on the ground floor. The only reason I found this place was of course YELP! We were craving some breakfast/brunch food but had no place in mind! Of course I pulled out my handy dandy Yelp app and browsed the different options. :D The wait was long, but honestly wasn't a surprise because most breakfast places are always busy. Of course it was full of tourist, I honestly don't think many locals even know about this location! The Grub. [[ R&D's FAVORITE $10.50 ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… This omelet is filled with spinach, Italian herbs and ground beef seasoned with garlic and onions, topped with their famous Spanish sauce. [[ GARDEN SPECIAL $10.50 ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… This omelet is great for veggie-lovers!! The stuff it with fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers, broccoli and spinach!! [[ BUTTERMILK PANCAKES ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… I definitely would not mind coming back here to try more things on the menu.

    (3)

  • Bob L.

    First, I love when the support staff such as users are friendly and remember you. They are so nice and hustle to keep the place running smoothly. Next, the waitresses (have never seen a male) are so professional with a quick eye to filling the coffee cups ( great Kona coffee I think). But, it still comes down to the food. I drool overtime I think of having their original pancakes. Have been perfect the 100+ times I have gone. The validate, so free parking upstairs--usually not needed Sundays. A small negative--on the rare occasion when the owner's son is running things, he is such a bad vibe, it trickles down to the entire place. But owner's son, so... Still, I'd eat their every day if it was nearer my house.

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    We liked it so much we came here twice during our 8 day stay in Honolulu! They make probably the best pancakes I've had in years. The eggs were good too, and the bacon is super crispy. The place is a total old school diner, with a drop acoustic ceiling and lots of wood panelling - very divey - but great breakfast food! The service was good too. The first time we came, the hostess was going from table to table, laughing and telling stories. The second time, the hostess was a little more down-to-business, but still friendly enough (although she told us to wait outside because it got too crowded for her liking), and the waitresses were all great. The prices are good too. It's off the tourist path (on the ground floor of an office building) and a total dive, but the food makes it worth a visit.

    (4)

  • Megan T.

    I have been occasionally coming to the Original Pancake house for the past 4 years and I always order the same breakfast. Forty-niners with a side of extra crispy bacon or Portuguese sausage. I have never been disappointed and I highly recommend this if you're wondering what to order. Forty-niners are not your usual pancakes. They make these pancakes so thin that you get 3 of them (one on top of the other) on a huge plate. It also comes with a scoop of butter and your choice of syrup. All the Aunties there are incredibly friendly and always have smiles on their faces. They're never rude and frequently check up on tables. With the combination of warm food and warm smiles, it feels like home

    (5)

  • Christy J.

    The food was ok. The service was great! The price was ok but they charge approximately $7.50 for strawberries and whipped cream on your pancakes.

    (3)

  • Lisa G.

    Pretty amazing place to have breakfast. From what I could tell, there is only street parking available. We didn't have a hard time finding parking. We parked on the street and it was not metered. The wait can get kind of long if you come later in the morning. Best bet is to get there early. If you want to order the Dutch baby, you can order it while you wait for your table because it takes 20 minutes to make. I had the Dutch baby: Oven baked pancake served with whipped butter, lemon and powdered sugar. The sprinkle of lemon on top really makes the pancake! It's delicious. I don't even really know how to describe it. It almost tastes like a thick crepe. It's delicious and worth the wait. The servers that we encountered were all very friendly.

    (4)

  • LeaDan Y.

    49er flapjacks. One of my Top 5 favorite dishes. Enough said. I've been frequenting this place for well over a decade. I love their crepes because they have substance, unlike those paper thin crepes you get at other places. They also have deep dish pancakes. They have a nice variety of pancakes for those looking for something more traditional rather than the gimmicky stuff they have at IHOP. There's a small parking lot that you can enter from in the back and a larger one on Kapi'plano Blvd. This place used to be quite busy all the time but now that there are other breakfast options in the area, the wait is shorter. As always love being served by the "aunties" and "uncles" here who care for you like family and sometimes bicker with each other like family.

    (4)

  • Johanna M.

    The Original Pancake House is a good spot to hit up for breakfast. It is kind of hidden on Kapiolani, located behind the Gyu Kaku restaurant. The décor is kitschy and the staff is sweet. It is very casual dining and the price is right. We have been here quite a few times; mostly when we are feeling lazy and don't want to walk too far. It is kind of mixed crowd as there are definitely lots of tourists, but there are locals peppered in as well. The staff of aunties is sweet and they are dressed in colorful muumuus. There is always a wait, but here is a tip, the wait is shorter if you are willing to sit outside. On a nice day, it can be nice to sit outside. There are some shady spots out there, so you are not baking in the sun. The Original Pancake House serves a nice breakfast. They have your staple breakfast items. No twists, no frills...straight up pancakes and omelets. I have tried their breakfast combos which come with some variety of pancakes, eggs, hash browns, sausage and bacon. It's good. Their omelets are also hearty and all the ones I've tried have been good. My husband loves their forty niner pancakes too. They are a more thin variety of pancake and really good. I totally recommend those. I have not yet tried their Dutch Baby, but someday, I will. It looks monstrous, buttery and delicious. Their crepes also look pretty dope, but I have not had them yet. I will give them a shot during an upcoming visit. If you are looking for a hearty breakfast with friendly faces, I recommend you come here. We enjoy coming here because of the convenience and consistency. There are definitely places that I enjoy more than this spot, but it is a pretty good value.

    (3)

  • Rayella P.

    Wanted to see if this pancake house lived up to all the hype by other reviewers, friends. NOPE...NOT AT ALL!!! Ordered the dutch baby and it was junk...so oily, buttery and small! Also ordered a veggie omelet which was nothing special along w/ blueberry,pecan pancakes which was like rubber and was charged an arm and leg! I was so disappointed given I LOVE PANCAKES!!! My mom ordered the Swedish pancakes and loved them so that was an exception. Service was great, BUT food and price was a big disappointment! Talk about a chunk of change that was definitely NOT WORTH IT! Will stick to eating my pancakes in Vegas at Blueberry Hill! If you want a price worthy delicious dutch baby than visit Walker Bros in San Diego and Chicago...now those are plate size BIG, fluffy, airy and delicious!!!!

    (2)

  • Jayson L.

    Sunday morning waking up with sun in my face thinking of pancake and maple syrup, i go to the original pancake house. This location is seems like hidden because it's inside the building. it's in kapiolani and i like to go here on Sunday because it's free parking on the street. The restaurant provide parking too but i like the street parking better for more space. It's usually quite busy here at this location if you come on prime time, there seems to be one of tourist must go spot because i always see Japanese people who looks like tourist. I arrived and of course, there is a line . I put my name on the list and we got a table quick. As soon as we sat down we got served with water and asking us if we wanted something to drink. We went and order the R&D omelette which comes with 3 piece of pancake. there isn't once where i finish the food, they give you such a large portion i'm already full at half amount. i usually eat it for 2 meal every time i come to this place. i love the omelette and the pancakes here, it has great flavor and pancakes are soft like cloud. it always hit the spot and price is affordable. If you order the dutch baby you have to wait 30 min to come out because they fresh bake it. and apple pancake is another item must try. I like the service here because even though it seems busy they are good at checking into you and giving you water and other thing you request for. i would come here if you haven't tried this place.

    (5)

  • Mary H.

    The R&D omelette is delicious. My favorite breakfast in Hawaii. But I also love salsa and it had a great Spanish sauce. The pancakes were of course fluffy and delicious.

    (5)

  • Khaila S.

    First timer! Location is easy to find especially since I'm very familiar with Gyu-kaku which is pretty much next door. Parking wasn't too bad? I guess. You can park in the garage and taking we went on a Monday morning most stalls were taken, guessing because of all the offices located in the same building. But eventually, a floor before the roof top, we found parking. There was no wait which was awesome. My boyfriend and I ordered corned beef hash and eggs, and chocolate chip pancakes. We were very happy with our food, which also came out very quickly! The only thing is we wished they had a steak and eggs plate (because my bf loves that combo) but there was no steak on the menu at all. I wish I had tried the forty niner but I guess that's an excuse to come back!

    (4)

  • Nat N.

    Prices are very reasonable at The Original Pancake House. For just $6.50, you can get two pancakes, two slices of bacon (or sausage), and eggs (have it your way). It's called the Junior Plate and anyone can order it. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Service is friendly and quick. As with most well known breakfast joints on the island, go early or expect to wait for a table.

    (4)

  • Jeannie K.

    Though I still enjoy everything about original pancake house on kapiolani, the Dutch baby today was disappointing. I'm no sure if it could have been more cooked. From first visit. It was sooooo delicious. Comparing not just taste but even the photos, so sad. But I will still come back again. I'll try their spinach omlete. That sounds so ono!

    (3)

  • Cynthia L.

    I come here with the hubby every once in awhile for their fluffy pancakes and omelettes. It's a chain restaurant, with locations back in my home state of California, but this particular location in Honolulu is my favorite. There is something about service with aloha and the old wooden house feel in the dining area. It feels like home here. Favorites: - Ham and cheese omelette with pancakes - fluffy and thick oven-baked omelette, not your usual pan fried eggs. A must try. - Banana pancakes - broke da mouth with real banana mixed into the batter - Corned beef hash and eggs with pancakes - real corned beef; not from a can! - Apple pancake - it's huge, rich and tastes similar to apple pie filling; sharable - Coconut syrup on my pancake order, just ask your server As you can see, we love the pancakes. We always order a breakfast plate with a side of pancakes. Forget the hash browns and get the pancakes. Tips: - Arrive before 10AM on weekends to beat the crowds. - You need to borrow a key from the restaurant to use the hallway bathrooms. - Paid parking is available in the garage behind the building. - If you want to order an apple pancake or dutch baby, tell the hostess in advance when you put your name down on the sign-in sheet. She will ensure that your order goes the kitchen ahead of you being seated. These two items usually take 45 minutes to cook and can be an agonizing wait if ordered at the table.

    (4)

  • Amara E.

    Let's be honest: The food here is ugly. Straight up UGLY. There is nothing aesthetically-pleasing about the photos of the breakfast food here. That aside, the food tastes good and the prices are dirt cheap. Plus, they use fresh ingredients such as farm-fresh eggs, real butter, real whipped cream and Daily's premium bacon, so the food doesn't tasty rubbery or artificial. I ordered a junior plate with 2 buttermilk pancakes, 2 slices of bacon and scrambled eggs for only $6.50. You can't find a deal like that anywhere anymore. The wait was short the day I went, but then again it was Superbowl Sunday, so I'm sure everyone was at home prepping for the big game. The service is minimal and the food is straight-forward. If you're just looking for some simple, home-style breakfast, then this is the place for you. For anything fancier, I'd recommend Cafe Kaila's or Sweet-E's.

    (4)

  • Tania D.

    The apple dutch pancake is worth the wait! We take leftovers home - great with ice-cream. Service is warm and pleasant. Wait can be a hassle but, if you're ordering one of the dutch pancakes, let them know at time of signup. That way, they can start prepping your order while you wait. Our usual orders. Him: Apple dutch pancake Her: 49er Flapjack. And, we share.

    (4)

  • Jennifer B.

    Potato omelette: sooo sooo soooo yummy!!!! Nice big fluffy omelette with potatoes, green onions and crisp bacon, which is covered in their beautiful cream sauce. Buttermilk pancakes: best ive had on island. Service: the staff is crazy friendly. I feel like a whole bunch of moms are giving us breakfast. Wait time: if you come before 10am, expect to wait at least 30 mins for a party of 2-4.

    (5)

  • Jenn S.

    Great place for an American breakfast although they do have a few Hawaiian style items such as Portuguese sausage and the must try macadamia pancakes. Yum!

    (4)

  • chris v.

    My favorite breakfast in Honolulu period. Very nondescript from Kapiolani blvd small sign, great food! There is almost always a wait ( this means it's really good and the wait goes fast) I have been going there for about 15 years and 80% of the staff is the same today. Shows what a great place it is and the mngmt must be doing something right. Wait staff and everyone is so friendly and welcoming too. The food is ONO! If you have a little extra time, get the Dutch Baby, excellent! I usually go for the forty niners ( hybrid between a crepe and pancake, thin gooey and straight delicious. Thee bacon is great too! Their omelettes are light and fluffy too. So much good there and great local people make this the place for a good breakfast or lunch if you can take your eyes of the breakfast menu!

    (5)

  • Maria G.

    The 49er is the BEST BEST BEST BEST pancake ever! I don't know what it is...maybe the gallon of butter they put in it? or is it that crepe-like consistency? Yeah! That must be it! I swear I have DREAMS about that 49er pancake stack. Aside from the pancakes, the Omelettes are BOMB and Massive. Very reasonably priced, but be forewarned, it can get busy, especially on the weekends. I love the ol grannies dressed in aloha wear who serve you. They also have limited outdoor seating so you can enjoy your pancakes in the sun.

    (4)

  • Winlove M.

    Love the food here. always busy but worth the wait...... Tried the Dutch baby and it was ok the texture seems a lot like the 49ers but overall it was good. I'll stick with my 49ers and Portuguese sausage soft scrambled eggs with rice......

    (4)

  • Stephanie K.

    Great pancakes, perfectly cooked eggs! Great cheap eatery. Definitely a great start to the day. Lovely staff! The forty niner pancakes were amazing, also the banana pancakes taste as if you had soft warm banana bread just out of the oven. The coconut syrup brings it all together!

    (4)

  • Joanna Y.

    I just love having breakfast when its not breakfast time, I don't know what it is but I hate being restricted to a certain time to eat it. I would love to give 5 stars but its the service that is sometimes lacking :( Whether it is waiting to get your order in, or waiting for the food, or waiting for a refill of water, etc. Always inconsistent. But the food - BOMB! Here are the highlights: - Potato omelette. My bf introduced me to it, and if you can imagine a baked potato as an omelette.... OMG. Tater tots and slices of bacon inside, a smothered with some kind of sourcream gravy on top. Yummm! - Pretty much every other omelette - huge, fluffy omelettes that are just yumm! - Omelettes paired with pancakes...and said pancakes being substituted with banana pancakes.. I'm in heaven! So simple but so good. - 49ers - Its like a thin, crepe-like pancake. I honestly think its ok but my parents love it. If you love good old fashioned breakfast food, good portions and reasonably priced, then this is the place for you. I will be back soon!

    (4)

  • Raych D.

    This place is lame!......Not a fan! Came here once about 3 years ago when my family was in town visiting and again this past weekend when a friend was visiting in town. Got here Sunday morning at 9:30am with 2 girlfriends after trying to go to Cafe Kaila. The wait was only about 10 minutes so it wasn't to bad. We looked at the menu and it is a lot of selection but nothing stood out except maybe the dutch pancake that I wanted to try but everyone didn't want to share with me so I opted for something else. That something else was the mushroom omelet only because they DO NOT SUB the bacon for mushroom in the spinach omelet! I chose to get the buttermilk pancake for my starch. The mushroom omelet was disappointing because it had no flavor except just full on butter and they topped it off with cream of mushroom which tasted like it was the can version...really gross! The buttermilk pancake was not bad which was the only thing that I ate since I was so disappointed with my omelet. Next time if I'm paying for something that's worth $10 and that tasted horrible, I would have rather waited in Cafe Kaila's long line to be fully satisfied with my meal! My friend also said that they burnt her bacon and my other friend didn't care for her corn beef hash because they also burnt that as well.

    (1)

  • Brian M.

    How hard can it be to screw up Pancakes? Is must be pretty hard because they don't do it here at The Original Pancake House. We came to TOPH on a Sunday Morning at 8:30am which I think is prime time wait in line action. To my surprise! I found a parking right in front on Kapiolani Blvd. Walked up to the counter and there was only two couples in front of us. ( I must have stepped on DS or something). Signed in and within 5-10 minutes we were in and seated. Food and Pancakes ordered was very good. (I wanted to try the Dutch baby, but didn't want to wait! Too hungry!) Our Waitress was attentive and polite. The interior of the restaurant could use some freshening up. It just looks old after all these years IMO. Sorry no pics because I started eating...then remembered Damm! Oh Well...Next Time!

    (3)

  • Thi D.

    For some reason, I associate Hawaii with good pancakes; it must be because of that one time I had the most amazing banana pancake at Kountry Kitchen on Kauai. Anyway, I didn't even order pancake at The Original Pancake House; I wanted to try the dutch baby, but it takes 30 minutes to make and I had a flight to catch so I went for the corned beef hash with hash browns and sunny side up eggs. I mixed the eggs into the hash and it was delicious. I had several bites of the banana pancake with the coconut syrup--omg, so good! The pancake was so light and fluffy and amazing with the syrup. I also tried a bite of the bacon pancake, which was a perfect mouthful of light fluffiness and savory crunchiness from the bacon bits. The wait wasn't too long; we came at 9:30ish and had to wait about 20 mins. The staff is very friendly and attentive; I always had warm coffee in my cup.

    (4)

  • Grace M.

    Hands down the best buttermilk pancakes there is! The waitresses still wear muumuus and the atmosphere reminds me of old style kitchen. Very laid back but everyone here is really friendly. The only downside to the Ala Moana location is it gets busy with the tourists.. So it can get a little busy

    (5)

  • Carly D.

    It was OK. I had a denver omelette which had little to no cheese (I could only detect a faint taste of cheese) and the green peppers were cut into too large chunks, and there were not enough onions. The pancakes were decent but not super fresh. They seemed to have been sitting out for a few minutes before our food came out. The coffee and service was good though!

    (3)

  • April B.

    I was suppose to get the belgian waffles but opted for the sweet bread french toast with eggs and sausage.. and it was goood! I bet their waffles are awesome too, will definitely try it next time. Its a busy brunch place, no wonder.

    (4)

  • Dawn Y.

    I loved going to IHOP Kane'ohe, but since they closed we decided to try the one in Waikiki--a big mistake! Everything they did right at Kane'ohe has entered an alternative Fringe universe here. The hostess was a confused old woman who kept calling out names of people who were already seated, crossing out names of those of us waiting, and creating major confusion for everyone, including herself. Once we finally got seated, the server was smarmy and seemed surprised that we would ask such questions as what specials they had, internet access, options, etc. Our breakfast was cold: pancakes cold and stuck together, bacon greasy ovefried and limp, and my teapot went unfilled until it was time for the bill. After paying, neither the server or the manager at the door asked us to return--I guess they knew we wouldn't.

    (1)

  • Lahela N.

    I've never seen so many sour faced ladies in my life. Gods forbid you take up too much of their time without paying for it. Great food, speedy, HORRIBLE "service". Go to the other Pancake House, avoid this one at all costs if you want to be treated like a human being.

    (2)

  • Jarod H.

    Four stars. Breakfasts are filling and good. Prices are a bit higher than average, but you do come out super stuffed. It's another nostalgic place to eat. Wish I had some nostalgia for this restaurant, but I don't. It does have that nice 60's-70's ambiance to the joint.

    (4)

  • Peter M.

    Went here last weekend with a big party, food is always great and the service is always wonderful, luckily we didn't have to wait long for a table for 9, the kids enjoyed the pancakes, omelets selections are great, and "real" corned beef hash! Gotta try the Dutch Baby, but order it as you get seated because it takes a while to make.

    (5)

  • Stacey L.

    My review is based on the rude service we received from our waitress this morning. She didn't even respond when we would nicely ask for things like syrup or a take out box. We just got an irritated look then her back as she walked away. We ordered our food, and she gave us dirty utensils. I had to wait for her to come back before I could ask for clean utensils and two glasses of water, since she didn't ask us if we wanted something to drink. When our food came out, she still hadn't given us new utensils. She walked away so quickly that I couldn't say anything. So we sat with our food getting cold until she was close enough to call over about not returning utensils to us. SO FREAKINGg Rude!!!

    (2)

  • Bessie Y.

    Service is good and food is above average. We tried the corn beef omelette and the apple pan cake,both taste good.

    (4)

  • Dawna W.

    I was in the area while waiting on an oil change. Found this place on Yelp! Figured I'd give it a shot. It was super easy to locate. Didn't have to worry about parking since I walked to the restaurant. My husband and I were seated in about 5 minutes which is great! The menu was simple and I loved all the choices. Our waitress was friendly. I ordered coffee, water, the Junior Plate(?) buttermilk pancakes, bacon or sausage, and eggs. I also ordered a side of hashbrowns. My husband ordered the veggie omelette and it came with buttermilk pancakes. The pancakes were amazing! The coffee was good! Everything else was ok. The omelette was slightly overcooked. I'd go back for the pancakes, coffee, & good prices. Oh and to see the photos on the wall of Paul Walker - may he rest in peace.

    (4)

  • JoAnn A.

    Another lovely Yelp find for us one morning. We were craving breakfast food, and this was the place to go. I remember thinking it was in kind of a random spot, within a business-looking building, but don't let that throw you off! I enjoyed the cozy, quaint feeling this place gave me when we came in. It was filled with people for sure, but I remember just getting that feeling somehow when we came in. Again, I apologize for not being as descriptive since it's been some time, but food we got was very good! We felt like what we were eating was a genuine, homemade meal that you'd find at your parents house. Price wise, it was pretty reasonable I would say.

    (4)

  • Aiko S.

    Their pancake was good! I really liked the coconut syrup! So yummy:)

    (4)

  • S Y.

    There are two things I am constantly Yelping... desserts & breakfast/brunch. Waffles, pancakes, French toast, and crepes are my desserts for breakfast. Do I recommend The Original Pancake House? I do, if you love sweets for breakfast! There are two things I go here for and that's the Dutch Baby or the Apple Pancake. The Dutch Baby is crepe-ish/custard-ish on the bottom and inside with crisp raised sides. Spread some whipped butter everywhere, sprinkle or shower with some powdered sugar and squeeze the hell out of them lemon wedges and you're all set to pig out! The Apple Pancake is a little more richer, gooey with a cinnamon sugar glaze and sliced apples. It's as big as the pan it's baked in and the leftovers are good for snacking on with ice cream like apple pie a la mode! Anything else I've tried at The Original Pancake Houses just weren't memorable.

    (3)

  • Kawika F.

    Great food long wait. This is a nice little place. The food was great, I ate Mac nut pancakes. Price was good and wait service was as expected. The major down side was we waited 45 minutes to be seated but the food was great.

    (4)

  • Janie F.

    Their potato omelette is Soooooo good! They baked it and their potato is light and fluffy!

    (5)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: america's finest pancake house! something good: one of my favorite breakfast places! i love the homey feel of the restaurant and how whenever i come here i always see the same familiar faces working : ) ! they are open super early so it's the perfect place to go before you start your day! i love people watching here while i eat my breakfast, lots of people working and eating or reading the paper! everything i've tried is so good, but i get the same thing whenever i come here. i also love the pancakes here! you need to get them to complete your meal, they are perfectly fluffy and delicious : ) ! something not so good: the lines for breakfast can be long! but that's how you know this place has the heart of many! something to try: potato omelette & pancakes

    (5)

  • Kaori I.

    This is one of my favorite pancake restaurants in Hawaii. Old American interior with friendly waitress. Need to line up but it's worthwhile!!!

    (5)

  • Tiarra E.

    I'm not a big breakfast fan, but I do enjoy this place a lot. I usually get the corned beef hash with eggs and rice. The corned beef is really good, it's regular corned beef (not from the can) and chopped potatoes, cooked until the outside is crispy. I also like the lemon and guava crepes. The lemon crepe comes with powdered sugar and the guava comes with a guava sauce. The crepes are probably the best I've had, they're just what you think a crepe should taste like. The servers are really friendly, however the lines tend to get long, but I never had to wait over 30 minutes

    (4)

  • Suzanne T.

    Awesome breakfast special if you come early (before 8am, I think) - one egg how you like it, choice of meat, and starch. I get the pancakes with scrambled egg and sausage. Great deal (about $5) and a delicious start to your day! We work across the street and I only just tried them for lunch. Not their forte, obviously. The teri chicken sandwich was okay. Wait staff has been there FOREVER and they are really, really nice. Love them.

    (4)

  • Greg S.

    The food here is 5/5, it's that good. Pancakes are the best here. Best here vs. anywhere--ever! Omelets have this unique fluffiness that is so wonderful! If you are a bit more adventurous and have some extra time order a Dutch baby--powdered sugar and lemon required. Gotta try the German Apple Thing next time ;)

    (5)

  • Kory M.

    I'm from Hawaii but never ate at this place. I guess they been around for a while... Inside has that old style look. Waiters were very nice and treated people family style. They knew their regulars there, saying to some of them that they haven't seen them for a while. The food, I ordered the Denver omelet. Ham, green peppers, onions and cheese. It was good. What was most different was how it came out. The eggs were so fluffy! I wonder how they made it like that? It also came with pancakes. They were ok. They also serve fresh squeezed OJ. Lots of pulp. Overall good. Would return to get those fluffed omelettes.

    (3)

  • Jake C.

    Finally writing a review for this place after my third trip here. One thing that you HAVE to get when you come here are the pancakes. Doesn't matter which ones, they're all good! The original buttermilk pancakes are so fluffy and good! They aren't huge like the newer places nowadays, but they're still amazing. I really like that you can get any breakfast/omelette with a choice of 3 buttermilk pancakes, rice, or toast. The prices are pretty low as well here! (Besides the Orange Juice for 3.75 lol) However, it can get a bit busy in the morning, especially on Sundays, so if you're fine to wait until around brunch (10-11ish) the wait might be better. Rachel and I went on a Monday so it wasn't very busy. If you ever want a good, quick breakfast, look for Original Pancake House! (July 2013 Review 3/31)

    (4)

  • Jay D.

    Food and service good, decor kinda dark and outdated but the pancakes and eggs are amazing

    (4)

  • JennieVerne B.

    Best macadamia nut pancakes!! We got the pancakes, Portuguese sausage, and frie rice omeletes! !! Best breakfast joint hawaii! !

    (5)

  • P C.

    Ho da long line ova hea! 5 groups ahead of us on the list. But actually total wait was only like 10 minutes. Lucky maybe. Old school but still one of the best places for breakfast. I think the only thing I didn't like was that the large size juice was really small, maybe 6-8 ounces. Banana pancakes were great. Can't see the bananas since it's mixed into the batter, unlike some places that have banana slices in and on top of the stack. Main thing is they're delicious. Eggs were cooked perfect. Portuguese sausage is ok kinda spicy kine. Service is awesome. The aunties take care and always friendly and helpful.

    (4)

  • Stephanie D.

    I came across this place in Yelp, and with all the great reviews, I'd thought I'd check this place out. I first called to see about the wait time, as the lady on the phone wasn't the nicest. And when i arrived, I really didn't have a long wait at all-but again, not really warm friendly greeters at first. But by the time i sat down and got served, the warm friendly service began. I was planning on ordering their infamous Apple pancake, but was told it would take 45 minutes or so (should've remembered to preorder), oh well. So i ordered some other delicious pancakes with a recommendation of coconut syrup. Not bad - actually pretty darn good. As well as a side of fluffy omlette. In which this side order of eggs was anything but small. Although it didn't have a lot of selections to choose from, and if you wanted to add anything to it, i.e. tomatoes, you would be paying too much. The waitress i had was really helpful, and even made sure i had the best deal without spending too much for my breakfast.

    (4)

  • Harry B.

    Looks like 70's throw back pancake house... Great menu and the food good, service seemed fast and the servers nice. However don't think about substituting or ordering something not exactly on the menu, the concept was too far out of reach.

    (4)

  • Trish P.

    i gotta be honest - i had no idea they were located here..... but thanks to YELP, i found it with my app - good thing too b/c at that early of an hour, my brain was not properly functioning.... thank goodness my phone was. this place is cozy and has a comfortable feel to it. it has kitsch, but not unlike the decorations you'll find at Grandma's house.... I LOVE BREAKFAST FOODS - so i was hopeful with the menu.... i ordered the Portuguese omelette with hash browns. TWO NOTES ABOUT THE FLAVOR - #1. Do they use bacon grease to cook with? My sausages tasted faintly of bacon, so not sure if it's the grease leftover from an earlier dish, or if the use it on purpose. either way, sausages that taste like bacon are a good thing.... however..... #2. The sausages were burnt. burnt sausages are never a good thing. i'm not sure how the cook could have burnt these b/c there were only 4 people in the restaurant including myself and my friend...... so how'd they get burnt??? :( its not like he could have forgotten about them..... the hash browns, to my disappointment, were the frozen shaped kind - not the fresh made kind i was hoping to get. :( i also tried the corned beef omelet - THIS WAS DELICIOUS, and made up for the burnt sausage. They use real hunks of corned beef, not the junk out of the can.... the pieces were a little salty, beefy, and tender. and being that we were in a pancake house, of course you have to try the pancakes.... The buttermilk pancakes were fluffy and delicious. i'm hoping that this was fresh from scratch batter - but i can't tell - either way, these were good. IF i decide to come back, i'm getting the corned beef instead!!

    (3)

  • Tessa M.

    My husband and I decided to visit for breakfast. Giving one star for service as our waitress was very pleasant. To start we ordered a coffee and a hot tea, clearly the cups are for afternoon tea. My husband ordered the Cornbeef Hash with eggs and this came with a side of pancakes. The eggs were perfect and made as ordered (if they messed up eggs fried over easy, well...). The cornbeef hash had more potato than cornbeef and looked like a small patty and lacked taste, not at all palatable. For those of you who are accustomed to having syrup with pancakes, DON'T have the syrup here as it is clearly watered down (WATER AND SPLENDA ADDED to stretch...what the hell). I ordered the garden omelette, and though the omelette was packed with lots of veggies, it lacked the eggs. I am very surprised at the raving reviews, but to be honest, it is not worth the $$$.

    (1)

  • Jana P.

    This was the worst place we ate breakfast at in Honolulu. Soggy toast, greasy hash browns that are McDonald's style, bacon was dry as heck.

    (1)

  • Nina T.

    Yumm. So glad our taxi driver said best breakfast on Oahu. Doesnt have any curb appeal as inside office building. Inside little retro and dark. But amazing food. Loved the '49er' pancake which was like stack of crepes. The Apple Pancake was like open face apple pie. We ate as desert which worked out well cause took 45 minutes but well worth the wait. Omelets huge and fluffy. Gotta love recommendations from the locals.

    (4)

  • Yuko A.

    I've loved omelets since I was young, I would watch the chefs at Orchids brunch make them so I could learn how to make them at home...Always been my go-to breakfast at home so I usually like trying them out at places I frequent so of course when my sister ordered a spinach/bacon/cheese one I had to try it....OH MY GAWD.... Now I already had a Dutch Baby in front of me waiting to be eaten, but rewind....was that really an omelet I just ate? I've never eaten such a fluffy omelet....that was so damn good....There was some serious whipping done to those egg whites because it was so light...Of course since its filled with cheese, bacon, and spinach its not light in the calories sense... I was thinking about them so much I dragged my uncle along to get breakfast this morning and I got the spinach/cheese/bacon omelet all to myself....It was way too much food for just me but I brought it home so I could enjoy it tomorrow... YELP 365: 058/365

    (5)

  • Mitchell I.

    I have been to the other location on Dillingham. Pretty sleepy location near Ala Moana. It definitely does not mess with the basics. Pancakes, bacon and coffee were right on the mark. Of course, the staff was terrific and not pushy. It had a nice diner feeling. Way more than the Dillingham location.

    (4)

  • S. Rene' P.

    Pretty good breakfast of Portuguese sausage, rice, eggs & pancakes. Love the coconut syrup here. We sat out on the Lani which was nice & shaded. Our server was junk. She only came to our table twice. 1. To take our order 2. Deliver our food & bill. No water refills or checking to see if we needed anything else. The Food is great, our specific waitress horrible.

    (3)

  • Ashley R.

    The best pancakes I have ever eaten in my life. No contest! They offer 3 different syrups which I believe they make there in the restaurant. So good. The omelets are amazing as well. This place is usually pretty busy but the service is still fast - and very friendly I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good breakfast. You won't be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Delilah A.

    Corned beef hash made with real corned beef and not the can stuff. The pancakes are awesome- light and fluffy with coconut syrup. Uh Yum! I also tried a bite of my co-workers 49er breakfast- super moist, crepe like pancake...I would def order those next time I go.

    (4)

  • Rik C.

    I've been going to the Kalihi location sporadically for 20 some-odd years. I wonder how many people realize this place is like a frozen time machine for the old Oregon Logger Pancake Houses? Oregon doesn't have them anymore, but we still do! Went to the Kapiolani location today (less crowded). I like the Garden Omelette (lotsa vegetables) and buckwheat pancakes (can't get them anywhere anymore). Add boysenberry syrup and coconut syrup; they have a tomato sauce for the eggs. Ono, masarap, oishi!

    (5)

  • Jody S.

    OMG you can't go wrong with this traditional hole-in-the-wall breakfast joint. Perfect for early am meetings, weekend fuel stops for power shopping and simply for filling little tummies with yummy breakfast treats! The kids, clients and the fam-bam totally love this place!! The omelets are delish and filling. Pancakes are light and fluffy. Perfection in the am.

    (4)

  • Ellen C.

    Pretty solid breakfast. I liked this place just because they have quick service and was able to seat a table of about 10 people real quick. Their island syrup is amazing! Ask for it because you'll just get the regular maple otherwise. I got the jr's breakfast and was pretty stuffed. Didn't get to try what the other yelpers recommended because the portions are HUGE.

    (4)

  • Kikumi P.

    Grabbed breakfast here while waiting on our car to be serviced. Amaaaazing! There was a line but we were still seated quickly. Potato omelette and banana pancakes were perfect.

    (5)

  • Ruel R.

    Had the corned beef hash with hash browns and eggs. It's pretty good better than Anything I've had in awhile. My favorite was actually the hash browns hah! Anyways, definitely a good place to eat. Get there early, it can get busy quickly.

    (4)

  • Joy N.

    I love the Original Pancake House! They have two locations, this one, which is locaetd on Kapiolani in between Princess Brides and Gyukaku and another one in Kalihi. We came to the Kapiolani one on a Sunday and found street parking right in front. (Parking is in the structure otherwise, but I don't like to park there since the elevators are super slow and old and the stalls are very small). When we went to put our names down for a table, we were nervous since there were a bunch of parties waiting outside and when I saw the list, there was at least 8 people in front of us. I told my bf to just wait for about 15 minutes and we could go eat somewhere else if it took too long. However, I noticed that the tables were being turned around sooo quickly that we were seated in about 10-15 minutes! I was shocked! When we were seated at our table, our waitress came up to us right away and took our drink orders. She was so attentive and friendly. I usually order my regular here-- the plain crepes, which are sprinkled with powder sugar. Sooooooo delicious! Their crepes really taste just like thin pancakes. Also, I ordered a side bacon and they were quite generous with the bacon-- I think they gave like 5-6 thick slices! Overall, I love this place. It has such a homey feel and the service is always great!

    (4)

  • Kaz S.

    Finally managed to eat here. As others have pointed out, weekends carry a long wait and it's not a large dining room. Tuesday morning at 7:30 AM was perfect, no wait. I kept it simple with a plain Belgian Waffle, bacon and hash browns. Waffle was excellent, the side of bacon was four pieces, all large and the waitress even asked how I'd like it cooked, medium or crispy. I have never before been asked how I'd like my bacon done. The surprising thing were the hash browns. They were run of the mill store bought squares. Tasted fine, not greasy or anything but surprising given the quality and naturalness of the rest of the meal. Guess if it works it works.

    (4)

  • Chanel I.

    Everyone cleaned off their plate....need I say more? :) only thing was the sausages, hash brown, and corned beef hash were kinda burnt.

    (4)

  • Kaiser M.

    Service sucks. Food is really good. Yummy pancakes and French toast and their omelettes are really really hot but totally worth the slightly burned tongue just cause they're so tasty! The waitresses can stand to be nicer though ....and more attentive.

    (4)

  • Michelle W.

    The Swedish pancakes are to die for. Big thick strips of bacon very crunchy! I love coming here

    (5)

  • Katsumi I.

    I like their pancakes and omelette. Their service is ok. But what happened to their Dutch Baby? It used be mucho higher and edge was same height and crispier. Location is good but parking is sometimes troublesome.

    (3)

  • Sharon O.

    Lingonberry butter on Swedish Pancakes are awesome! And if you're a bacon fan, see if you can get the Bits o' Bacon pancakes or share with someone on your table. It's not heavy on the bacon, but when we ordered it, the bits were pretty evenly distributed throughout. Add the maple syrup on top of it, it is heavenly! There was another type of pancake that looks like it was baked in an oven. I have to go back and try that! The only downsides to this is the parking (it's a small structure) and the wait. We went around 10am and it was about a 20 minute wait or more. Other than that, the food came out pretty quickly and the service was friendly!

    (4)

  • Katelyn M.

    They have everything you could want for an American breakfast with local favorites! Even when they are slammed with a 20 minute wait the whole staff is friendly and ready to help you with a smile. You can park in the parking garage of the building and they validate, such a perk :-)

    (5)

  • Amber J.

    The most delicious home-made tasting pancakes that just melt in your mouth! The customer service is good and you get your food pretty quickly. One of my favorite places for breakfast.

    (4)

  • N S.

    This place was absolutely delicious!!! The sweet French toasts were amazing and you must try the coconut syrup.I tried my husband's potato omelette and if it wasn't for the fact that I was already full, I would have finished it for him.

    (5)

  • Kim M.

    NO SUBS Good, but not as good as I remember it being when I was a kid. Service isn't as genuine and they charge extra for everything; no substitutions. You'll be charged for the "extra" ingredients you want in your omelette, even if you choose to not have various other ingredient(s). There's no such thing as "substitute" at Pancake House, according to our server. (That's fine and dandy, but I swear the other Pancake House in Kalihi let me sub out ingredients before. Oh well.) FYI - The hash browns are the frozen kind, like the ones at McDonald's. (I am not a fan.) - The corned beef (as in the Corned Beef Omelette) is real corned beef. Not that oily, fake, canned one made from lard and lard. (Woohoo!) - In terms of the Corned Beef Omelette, you get to choose between "fluffy" or "flat." Go with the "fluffy." 49ERS FAN I will choose eggs over pancakes any day, but not over Pancake House's special Forty Niner Flapjacks! The Forty Niner Flapjacks are my favorite when it comes to Pancake House Pancakes. I love that chewy and gooey texture! It's so different and very much addictive. I am a proud Forty Niners Fan! LONG WAIT This restaurant can get really busy at peak breakfast and lunch hours, so be prepared to wait if anything. I've seen people lined up in the hallway waiting for a seat to open up! Craziness. VERDICT Even though this place may be a little rough around the edges (as in the service), the food is still good. A true "oldie, but goodie" in my eyes. Prices have definitely gone up over the years, so eat wisely if you're on a budget. 3.5 stars Yelp 365 - #282/365

    (3)

  • Amy Y.

    After my craving for waffles...again. I wanted to try some other places where I can eat some waffles. So like always I yelp places and found here. It looks like a very local style restaurant based on their environment and services.The service was okay. I ordered the macadamia waffle, my friends order this strawberry crepe and coconut pancakes..I think. I wasn't that satisfy with the food. I still think the Waffle and Pancake place has the best waffles I've eaten. So was kinda meh eating here. I was really full though.

    (3)

  • Alicia D.

    My boyfriend and I like to try breakfast places. We try to do a new one every weekend. We decided to try the pancake house. I thought it was a good selection of food with decent prices. It was clean and the servers were really nice. I thought that it was odd that they had them wear traditional hawaiian dresses? The food was good. I got the eggs, hash browns, bacon and pancakes. I didn't think it was anything super mind blowing. Definitely not worth a long wait in my opinion. Cons: building is really odd and we went down the stairs in the parking lot and got locked out of the building? The decor is super old and dingy feeling. It had an old home feeling but not in a good way. All in all it was good but not mind blowing. Maybe next time I will try a "signature dish."

    (3)

  • Gerry K.

    They must have a new cook, as the quality of the meals has gone downhill quite quickly. Even their staples, like Loco Moco have taken a big dip. Too much cheese on the omelets. Toast is horrible. Waitresses are so nice, but the food has taken a BIG dive downward. Try someplace else!!!

    (2)

  • Hendrix A.

    the BEST pancakes I've ever had PERIOD. A lot of the places that have specialty pancakes and sell their branded batter (eggs n things, boots and kimo) can't touch the pancakes here, that you get as a free starch option. The fancy ones are good here too, though I didn't care for the 49er. I usually order one of their fluffy, baked omelettes with pancakes AND rice (extra $$)- the potato omelette has bacon bits and is topped with a sour cream sauce: a must-try for people with a big appetite. The mushroom omelette and the spinach omelette are great as well. Their bacon is very thick cut and everything (except for the hash browns) tastes homemade. The wait staff is super friendly and although they tend to get pretty busy, it's worth the short wait. This is def my favorite breakfast spot and whenever a friend visits from the mainland, I make sure to take them here. *bring a sweater- it's usually pretty chilly in there

    (5)

  • Rissa K.

    Love this place! Got the Junior plate which came with 2 stacks of pancakes and 2 sausages or bacon with eggs. The pancakes were so delish and fluffy and warm! Butter was melted and whipped! They also have Macadamia nut pancakes and Blueberries and Choco Chip too! The wait is usually long but not bad if you come solo. Parking is free in the lot with validation. Great service. Will come back again!

    (4)

  • Kevin H.

    I'm not a local, I'll start by admitting. Here in Honolulu for nine days, and this is day three. Breakfast the first two days in the Ala Moana area was disappointing, so my wife and I were super happy to have a very pleasant experience here. We got there around 8am and there was a short wait to get seated. Server was very prompt, very friendly, got my coffee right away and gave us more time to look at the menu but was prompt in coming back to check on us. Pancakes and sweet bread french toast were right on. Lots of butter, real whipped cream, real eggs. Over all, a very solid breakfast. Price was affordable. Must better than Eggs n Things a block away, which uses fake whipped cream/Cool Whip and under-cooks their eggs.

    (4)

  • Kelly K.

    Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. A perfect morning for me includes the basics...hot coffee, pancakes/waffles, sausage/bacon and eggs. The Original Pancake House delivers every time. There is always a waiting list on weekends but it moves quickly. The service is top notch; fast, attentive, friendly, and good at what they do. The menu is vast but I always seem to gravitate towards the basics. No matter what I end up ordering, everything comes out hot, fresh, and tasty. This is a no-frills, old school, pancake house with reliable breakfast fare. Parking on weekends is free.

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    Still a FAN!!! It is still the same, the pancakes I still love and the orange juice is always so delicious. The food comes out fast so that they can get you in and out fast. The bus guy is still the same! He still comes around and tries to make conversation, especially with the locals. He must actually like his job to be that happy at it! The wait is still the same, but it seems like everyone comes at the same time. If you come at around 11:30am or later the rush stops and the restaurant has several empty seats. I will be back and back again!

    (4)

  • David R.

    Jesus! Is what I cried out when I tried their pancakes! I don't know if it was the pancake itself or the syrup or the combinations of flavors swirling in my mouth from the bacon and eggs with toast but goddamn it was good and actually FILLING! Wish the restuarant was back where I live. LOVED their all natural organic juices made from fruit of Hawaii itself meaning it isn't cheap but i will pay for top quality anytime. The service was excellent and even the cooks came out to help out when the servers were busy. I forgot my bag as I left and a few moments later I see one of the cooks rush out to give me my bag that I forgot. They do pay attention to everything and others should really follow the example this place brings and the quality in its dishes. Next time ill try the Dutch pancake thing....it's ENORMOUS! I give this place 15 out of 5.

    (5)

  • Tai M.

    Decor looks like 1980s midwest...dark and brown. I like the pancakes. Not as good as Liliha Bakery, but good enough. Their omelettes are fluffy. I had the portuguese sausage omelette this weekend and the chunks were HUGE. I would have preferred them to be chopped up a bit more. It's a pretty decent place for breakfast. If you are looking for a solid meal, you'll get one. Warning: they don't have a side order of pancakes if you need to fulfill a sweet craving.

    (3)

  • Daniel N.

    If you love great tasting pancakes, this is it!!! It's hard to find places with exceptional pancakes. The pancake variety paired with great taste, make this place a must try. This place also serves up great omelettes and breakfast items. Be prepared to wait for awhile since it is very popular!! Definitely worth it!!

    (5)

  • Kenneth B.

    Fantastic potato omelet...hash browns. Pancakes are really good. Friendly staff. Will be back.

    (5)

  • Scott H.

    Expensive food, not worth it. I had one of their famous omelets for $10. Not worth it. Omelet was alright, lots of Portuguese sausage, not overcook, ether...but not worth $10. One scoop rice? Common! Had the chocolate chip pancakes. Undercooked. Very disappointing. $30 for two for breakfast. Not worth it.

    (1)

  • T L.

    Finally got here! I've been dying to try the Dutch Baby ever since we planned this trip. First let me tell you that this place is old school, furniture and decor is on the older side. The Dutch takes 30 min so order it right away. We started off with the corned beef hash and Portuguese sausage and eggs. I'm sorry to say it was below average, ordinary at best. Then came the Dutch! It had a very unique look to it. The wife compared it to the bread pudding that you get at The House of Prime Rib and she was spot on exept this version was huge and on steroids. We added a little butter, lemon juice, powdered sugar, and your choice of maple or coconut syrup. While good I thought it was over hyped. I'd rather have had the sweet bread french toast.

    (3)

  • Tiffany Y.

    Yelp 365 Challenge #110/365 (MLK Adventure) Never assume that because it's a holiday, people will be laying in bed scheming to cook their own breakfast to free up restaurants for you to be seated within 5-10 minutes. This past Monday after we dropped off our son at Ala Moana Beach Park, my husband's original intent was to make a stop at Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf at Ala Moana Shopping Center BUT there was a parade beginning by Magic Island parking lot and we had to turn around to get out of Ala Moana Beach Park. During this slow ride (he's a careful driver), I was already scheming to myself, "I don't want to just drink coffee nor do I want a fast breakfast at Zippy's--I want food! This is OUR MOMENT. No kids, no grandchild, nada... how can I open this up to suggest breakfast?" During this fast moment of thinking, other analytical thoughts came pushing through my mind, "where are you going to eat? Like Like Drive Inn?" Which I pushed to the side because I kept thinking that I need to experience something new to write on Yelp. His brain was already squinching because he needed his caffiene, so before the horns came out, I quickly suggested "Let's eat breakfast! I'm hungry" (sad, hungry look especially because I wasn't feeling well). "Okay, where do you want to go?" Look on Yelp to see what is near.. "Hey, let's go to Original Pancake House on Kapiolani". We locate it quickly, park in the parking garage, walk down the stairs because the elevator is slow and then we reach the doors leading to Original Pancake House. Is that a friggen line of people I see? Or are they waiting for the elevator? I squeeze my way through to write our name down on the list. I didn't get to inquire with the cashier / hostess about the wait time because the poor lady look frazzled and hair was almost in disarray because not only did she have to sit the customers, she had to contend with the hungry-looking customers waiting to be seated. Let me just say that not only were there local families but tourists also. Hello? Why did you all not go to one of the restaurants in Waikiki?! (Shame on me, I was grumbling too myself). I can smell the coffee and I'm thinking, "Pancakes or waffles? Pancakes or waffles?" 30 minutes later...we were seated... Served watered down coffee.... I was hungry that everything looked good and deviated from my original plan. I ordered their veggie / garden omelet that also included 3 stacks of pancakes. I cannot give it less than three stars because the food was not bad. The coffee...meh but it could have been the person designated to make coffee. Service was friendly and accommodating. But, quick? No. Kalihi and Kaneohe is actually faster and they are just as busy. Did the lines go down by the time we left? No. What did I learn from this experience? That there is Gyo-Taku and Shabu Shabu right next to them AND to just head to another diner / restaurant for breakfast for faster service if I don't want to wait 30 minutes regardless if I have my iPhone to entertain me.

    (3)

  • Angelo A.

    I've already reviewed the other Pancake House location in Kalihi. I can almost mirror my compliments about this fantastic breakfast/brunch location. Surprisingly we didn't have to wait at all to be seated, this was a first. Mind you that we did go at about 1230p, so that might have been the main reason. NOTE: Even celebrities even seem to enjoy my favorite breakfast spot. My son was excited to see "Wee-man" from Jackass fame. The ONLY reason I give this location 4 stars is that the parking is horrible, and the restroom is a share with the rest of the lower floor tenants (no diaper change station).

    (4)

  • Fedora A.

    This may be called the original pancake house, but should be renamed to Om-e-let-you-orgasm. That's right. Because that's what you'll be doing while orgasm-ing; eating their omelets, that is. The spinach and cheese omelet comes coated with special white sauce for orgasmic pleasure. Twilight fans beware, for I hear it's made of garlic. The heaping mound of egg was filled to the second, "g" with cheese, to the silent, "h" with spinach. If that doesn't make sense, neither does your face after eating such a tasty treat. The corned beef omelet is just what every corned-beef nymph wants when she wakes up in the morning: meat stuffed in her eggs. The beef pours out of it's egg cocoon with every subsequent chop of your fork. You don't cut something so stuffed with a butter knife; it's disrespectful to the knife. The R&D's favorite is filled with beef bits, and some other vegetables that are irrelevant. It is topped with tomato sauce with sliced olives, almost making it appear like a pizza-hamburger hybrid. Only with eggs instead of bread, and tasting nothing like pizza or a hamburger...in the only good way that's possible: through R&D's favorite omelet. The "R" must stand for "rhapsody" and the "D" for "debauchee." Need I explain why? Coffee and hash browns are also good additions to your omelets. The only down side is the glass bottles of ketchup. Why not invest in squeezy bottles? They are state of the art; developed by highly fertile physicists, they utilize positive internal pressure to bring to you lycopene in ways you never imagined. I know I never did. All sexual innuendo and inanity aside, cum here for omelets.

    (5)

  • Lehua L.

    If you look on the back of the Pancake House menu, you'll find that they say they use "low flatulence" batter - maybe not a selling point, but entertaining at least. I eat here almost every weekend with my significant other, and we thought that Zippy's had great pancakes until we tried this place. Although breakfast here probably supplies you with enough calories for an entire day - the portions are huge, and the pancakes come with generous scoops of fresh, soft butter - sometimes you just have to forget about being healthy and just enjoy it. The "Apple pancakes" must be ordered in advance by phone because they take about 45 mins to make - apples are baked into the dough with cinnamon and sugar, resulting in something more like a gooey, apple-y pie (it's about the size of a pie too). My favorite dish: sweet bread french toast, for some reason always on special. Big, fluffy slices of sweet bread are battered and fried and sprinkled with a little powdered sugar, served with your choice of eggs and meat/sausage/etc. There are at least a dozen different omelletes, there's good coffee and they refill it often, and the service is usually pretty good. My only complaint is that it's often crowded after 9:30 AM on the weekend, so get there early to avoid waiting.

    (4)

  • Sara H.

    mmm love this place. where else can you get an omelette with your choice of toast, hashbrowns OR 2 PANCAKES??! ok maybe there are other places but i don't know of them so someone let me know! :) the junior breakfast here is such a good deal too! 1 egg, 2 pancakes and 2 pieces of bacon/sausage for less than $10! it's like the perfect amount of food for a filling bfast. gets pretty busy around breakfast time so go early or late to avoid the rush! and parking is free with validation in the building's parking lot.

    (5)

  • Cheryl O.

    Late breakfasts on the weekends is our usual routine. This Sunday the BF and I were awesomely on the same wavelength in wanting to try somewhere different - he drove up to this place! He must've remembered my mentioning it after reading a friend's review. A little bummed, but not totally suprised - there was a huge crowd waiting at the door. But then again, most breakfast eateries are crowded in the mornings no matter what time you go. So after what felt like an hours wait (chasing a two year old around) we got seated outside. I'm usually an a/c kind of girl and we were given a choice, but with a hungry/grouchy 2y/o using her water/napkin to clean the table - ice everywhere - BF did a great thing by choosing to sit outside!, and since we're in cool winter weather it was a very nice change of pace. I had the corned beef hash with scrambled eggs n rice. Its shredded FRESH corned beef...different! The BF had the macademia pancakes, chopped ham with scrambled n hashbrowns. LOVED the hashbrowns...crisp oval patties bigger than McD's but with no grease! The pluses: lovely/excellent/friendly waterboy/waitresses who seem to all work together to get your food to you ASAP. They instantly make the long wait disappear from memory. Constant refills n checking on us even tho we were outside. The food was good. Full validation. The minuses: there were 10 names before us and not even looking at the list, the hostess deceivingly said 20 minute wait...LIE! The food was...good...nothing special. (I think we're just spoiled by the macadamia pancakes at BCD). It was definitely a refreshing change of pace. Will go back...after having a satisfactory experience, I always have to give the place a 2nd chance.

    (4)

  • E N.

    Maybe locals are treated differently... but our meal here was ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE... I can't express how bad they screwed up the simplest of dishes. I subsequently had a meal at the location on Dillingham... and it wasn't great but not terrible either. Either they are very inconsistent... or they are lucky to draw people who have incredibly low expectations.

    (1)

  • Lily G.

    why is the hostess so mean? The other ladies are nice! You better come early or WAIT...foreeever. My cousins and I had fun at that crazy fancy furniture store across the street, why is it so huge? Who buys that stuff? I guess some of the lamps were under a million $$. The people there seemed desperate and friendly...poor people, it is hard to sell thousand dollar ottomans, cool lamps though. ANYWAYS...the pancakes were good and cheap, but i think KOA pancake house better, faster, cheaper.

    (3)

  • Joseph B.

    This place was so-so. I had French toast plate and a veggie omelet. Can't go wrong with breakfast food. But the omelet was wishing for more flavor. The French toast was good.

    (3)

  • Josh L.

    I love breakfast. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes, and cheese are all delicious. Pancake house really does breakfast well. Their omelets are nice and fluffly and stuffed with ingredients, and the price is right there. My favorite is their potatoe omelet!! IT HAS 3 FLUFFY EGGS, POTATOES, BACON, AND COVERED IN THEIR DELICIOUS SOUR CREAM SAUCE!! for only $10 it is way worth your money. The food is not oily and the their food really hits the spot.

    (4)

  • Regina B.

    Even though I've been back from Hawaii for about 2 weeks now and I have yet to write ALL of my reviews. This place is cute, nice family vibe.. and be warned; you may leave 3-5 pounds heavier! My boyfriend and I shared the banana pancakes and he had an omlette, I had the portuguese sausage, eggs and rice. Great place for a good hearty breakfast!! They had some great things on the menu; lots of specialty breakfast sweets if you're into french toast and pancakes :) I must return! :D

    (4)

  • R H.

    Had to order pancakes if we were coming to the Original Pancake House! We ordered the mac nut pancake and the french bread. The mac nut pancakes were great, and a good price, but it is a lot of food - five gihugent pancakes. Service was quickly and friendly, but unremarkable. And the validated parking is a nice touch.

    (4)

  • Shawn H.

    Normally our experience here is great. Food is good and consistent. But this time the maple syrup was watery, not thick. Bacon is great here, so thick and fried just right

    (4)

  • Jocelyn L.

    "Old, dark and kinda lame."

    (1)

  • Mike G.

    Best effin pancakes ever! Seriously so good.

    (5)

  • Jay O.

    The place has been around since 1976 and many of the staff (aunties in their mumu's) Have been employed here for nearly the entire time. today I ordered "the" Potato Omellette; it is unique and unlike anything I've had for breakfast... A fluffy omellette with real bite size potato chunks scattered and smothered by a white sauce/gravy accompanied by 3 thin plate size pancakes... My mouth is watering so I am going to take a quick photo and dig in... Mmmm. Now, the plate is clean... The flavors were heavenly, light and savory... To my surprise there was a generous amount of bacon within the perfectly cooked eggs along with barely noticeable rice and chives. Unreal... Super delicious. The charm of this place is refreshing and warm... That probably explains why it will be closed all day tomorrow as Hawaii 5-0 is using this location for a future episode. 49er pancakes are next... Thanks Auntie for the Ono grinds! Off to work with a full tank!

    (5)

  • Rita L.

    i love coming here for breakfast! yeah, sometimes there is a wait but the pancakes keep me coming back! The service here is great, very efficient thats for sure! i love to eat the little pancakes... but the buttermilk ones are just as good! ahhh.... make sure you look at the specials, sometimes there are great deals like 2 eggs, sausage, and pancakes for under 5 bucks! i think early bird! parking is validated! such a great place to go after a long night of work!

    (4)

  • Cari B.

    I was hoping to find the same quality of food, as the Laguna Niguel Location. The service was not as quick, and my dutch baby was a little more greasy than I am used to. It was a good enough breakfast choice in Honolulu, but there are better.

    (3)

  • Peter C.

    Food was pretty good, better then boots and kimos, however service was a lilttle slow

    (3)

  • Craig P.

    I just love Omelettes and Pancakes and you can get both here on one order! I usually order the Veggie Omelette, Egg Whites with Pancakes. The Omelette comes out perfect even with egg whites! Usually, they come out tasting like shells but here, they taste good... almost too good... Pancakes with the Passion Fruit Syrup are fantastic! You need to ask for that one, the Coconut and Boysenberry, otherwise, it's Maple. I recently tried (and got hooked) on the 49'er flapjacks. Thin and chewy, they are so good with the coconut syrup, yum! One of my friends ordered the Dutch Baby. Looked awesome, but beware, it takes a while like 20 or so minutes to make so if you know you want it, order it early! I don't really eat red meat now days but when I did, the Spinach and Bacon or the Portugese Sausage Omelette were pretty good. Usually we go there weekdays for lunch so it's not too bad a wait.

    (5)

  • Kirk D.

    Damn it!!! I should of ordered a crazy omelet. I got the standard scrabbled eggs with Macadamia pancakes the eggs and hash was really not that great but the Pancake still Haunts me to this day. Very Friendly. Nice lil sit down.

    (4)

  • Alyssa K.

    Yums. HUGE servings. Next time my bf I decided we're gonna split 1 dish.

    (4)

  • Kayla D.

    Delicious! The spot reminded me of a cracker barrel or something with old wooden decor, but a taste of Hawaii with the well seasoned servers dressed in aloha print dresses. The pancake menu was unique with at least 10 interesting choices for pancakes alone. I decided to get the broccoli and cheese omelet which comes with a choice of pancakes, rice, or toast. I opted to pay extra for some macadamia nut pancakes as my side. Great choice. They were delicious as was the broccoli and cheese omelet. What a great idea! My boyfriend got the bits o' bacon pancakes add blueberry and a side of hash. I would have loved the pancakes if it weren't for the blueberries which I am not a fan of, but he loved it. The corned beef hash was home made and absolutely worth ordering. The server checked on us often and refilled our coffees and waters whenever they appeared low. The total bill for the two of us was only $31, which is unusual for us. I loved this place for the great service and delicious food, although my boyfriend, working in a restaurant, was not a fan of the large bus cart that came around to collect finished plates. Slightly tacky (like the decor). I will more than likely be visiting The Original Pancake House for breakfast frequently now. Thumbs up!

    (3)

  • Elle V.

    I used to work at a law office in the building and had breakfast take out and the pancakes are deeeeeelicious! I remember my omelette wasn't all that great but I sure did love those pancakes.

    (4)

  • K C.

    Wait can be quick, fast service for A LOT of food for a good price.

    (4)

  • X X.

    Delicious apple pancake and well worth the 40 minutes to get it! The servers and host were friendly, and it was a nice menu. Only wish it was slightly less in price, more table space, and that it was open for more hours. It's funny. I came alone and ordered that. Once I got it, people were staring at it. A waitress said she gets it at least once a week. Everyone kept asking me how it was even if they weren't serving me.

    (4)

  • Geralyn Y.

    mm mm mmm. fluffy pancakes and yummy coconut syrup. dutch baby baked with a hint of cheese. sprinkle powdered sugar on EVERYTHING. This place is great, price is right. A must-go if you're on vacation here and you have a car. The servings are big and everything is yummy.

    (4)

  • Michael C.

    I'm not a big pancake person, but I loved this place. The Forty Niner flap jacks were awesome! My wife loved her banana pancakes, and the kids really liked the Pigs in a Blanket. We are not the type to visit the same restaurant twice on vacation, but we're already planning on eating here for our last breakfast before leaving. For pancakes this place is as good as it gets.

    (5)

  • Brandon B.

    I love their speciality pancakes, they take a long time but are something you won't get somewhere else. So make sure if you order them you are not about to fall over dead hungry and that the people you came with are ones you can tolerate that long.

    (4)

  • Mai G.

    Had banana pancake with coconut syrup. The coconut syrup makes it tasty. Everything else on menu is pretty standard.

    (3)

  • Saane M.

    Yummy pancakes just stay away from the omelettes that are made of anything other than the real thing. If you like bacon, you have to try theirs'. I got here with my little family around 9:30 on a Saturday morning and we waited about 45 minutes before being seated. I didn't mind the wait. I actually expected it because I've been here before. I had my kids bring their ds' to play so they wouldn't realize how long we were waiting. I prefer this one over the one in Kalihi just slightly. The only downside about this place is when its so busy, the waitresses are spread out so thin that I can't rely on my requests being fulfilled. Twice I asked for the coconut syrup that was supposed to come with my banana pancakes and it fell on deaf ears. I was too hungry to wait longer so I just used the regular house syrup. Oh well.

    (4)

  • Mark C.

    Breakfast is the BOMB here! So ONOLICIOUS They're known for their signature Apple Pancake which is a single large pancake smothered with sauted apples and cinnamon sugar baked to perfection with cinnamon sugar glaze. Other Items I've tried are corn beef hash patty w/ eggs and pancakes, Canadian bacon w/ eggs and hash browns and steak and eggs. This location is very popular so expect to wait up to 30 minutes to be seated. Waitresses are extremely friendly and fast. I personally like to get in and get out when it comes to breakfast so this was perfect service to me.

    (5)

  • Kylie K.

    NOT IMPRESSED! I ordered the corn beef hash with scrambled eggs for breakfast. First of all the corn beef hash was from the can and the eggs tasted like fake eggs. Your better off eating at home, its a waste of money. There was one thing that was positive, our waitress was very nice and friendly. Definetly, not worth going back!

    (2)

  • Elin T.

    Definitely my favorite breakfast place!! use to come here in high school and the same waitresses are there. have to try the potato omelet, 49ers, and dutch baby. only con is there is always a wait.

    (5)

  • Nikil M.

    I loved this place. The service was friendly and the pancakes were absolutely amazing.

    (5)

  • Kalae P.

    Great food! A lot for the price!! Service excellent and always with friendly, aloha service!!! Favorite spot for those late mornings; great breakfast for family-style dining and with friends.

    (5)

  • David G.

    Good breakfast place, this location differs from the location that I'm used to on the mainland but the food is still good. I was surprised that they had a Monday thru Friday lunch menu. We all had pancakes and they were great! The swedish pancakes are awesome (light but filling). There is no street parking but there is validation if yoou park in the garage.

    (4)

  • Michael Q.

    When I need a pancake fix, I make my way here. More comfy atmosphere than Like like. Fresh corn beef hash...nor canned. Pancakes are yummy....

    (5)

  • Norm G.

    Attention everyone! We are in a depression here (sorry, rebel that I am, I refuse to call it a "recession!") Since our economy is depressed, and people like me are going out to eat less and less, it would behoove restaurants that are still in business to tune up their customer service! I dropped my review to 3 stars because of the GRUMPY service we got this Labor Day weekend! We've gotten good service from previous waitresses, but not this one. She was maybe in her late 50's, had her long hair pinned up, and had the demeanor and facial expression of Grumpy from the movie Snow White! I mean, yes, being a waitress is a hard job, but honey! Do you want at least 20% tip or is it really worth it to get only 10% because you treated my family like stray dogs? I mean, we bathed that morning, wore clean clothes, and were pleasant, so how hard can it be to wait on people like us? The food was still good, and my stomach was happy, but the bad service definitely got our morning off to a bad start, so we decided we will save our money and eat breakfast at home from now on...unless we hear of a place with consistently friendly service.

    (3)

  • Carl L.

    A Family favorite whenever we visit Hawaii. Even with the long morning drive in from Kapolei, we won't miss a trip to the Original Pancake House. Parking is a little built difficult, but i promise you that you will love the food. the hours of 6-2 work for most breakfast lovers as well.

    (5)

  • David K.

    Real mediocre.go to harry's instead. Better food, cheaper, and locally owned

    (2)

  • Satoru Y.

    A good start to your weekend mornings. I find myself coming here many times over. I would always come here to treat my omelette addiction. On the weekends, I would advise going here later in the day; so that you avoid the lines. This place can get pretty backed up at times. However, it is worth checking out. I personally love the Portugese Sausage Omelette. I kind of wish we would get in the practice of calling Portugese Sausage the traditional name of Linquisa. I digress. I do wish that the side that comes with the omelette was something other than packaged Hash-Browns. Though, their is a quirky charm to those Hash-Browns; and they do give you two of them. Their Pancakes are great. I love getting their Dollar pancakes to share with someone while I devour my omelette. It's a great place to have a meal before you start the day.

    (3)

  • Cheryl K.

    Lived on Oahu my whole life and this was my first time here. Haha. To me it was okay. Nothing like "O-M-G! You have to eat here!". No not really. Bacon was good. Pancake, ehh, it was decent. Overall okay experience. Maybe I shall try something else next time...

    (3)

  • Danny R.

    Tried the Dutch pancake..it was good! I'm so happy they have a branch here in redondo beach. This is the only restaurant that I can come back and eat again at the mainland!. I was pretty full before coming here (from trying all the restaurants mentioned here in yelp). But I managed to finish everything...delicious..Thanks Naomi for your spot on review!

    (4)

  • Tolkien L.

    When I'm in need of my pancake fix, I only go there. They have some of the most perfect pancakes there....did I tell you I love pancakes? My co-workers love to go there every so often to get our fill in carbs and sugar!

    (5)

  • Boki C.

    it's aight. there was a wait when i went around 11am on a saturday. it was pretty cold in the restaurant & dim, i'm not a fan of dim places...especially when u're eating during the day. pancakes were better than eggs n things, but still doesn't beat 49 diner. my friend got the cornbeef hash & eggs - it was fine. nothing special. we contemplated getting their apple pancake, but it takes 45 mins for it to be ready. i thought the food was mediocre... if it was better, i'd consider going again for their apple pancake. but too bad so sad, doubt i'm frequenting there again. oh & there IS outdoor seating, but we weren't allowed out there... pfff

    (2)

  • Micah P.

    It's classic breakfast fare. Nothing amazing except maybe the german pancake which comes out gigantic and takes twenty minutes baking time. I had veggie omelette with pancakes and gf had strawberry waffle. This place is just solid local style diner breakfast for a very affordable prices. Best cure for a hangover. Not gonna blow your palette out of the ocean but will definitely make your hanger subside. Chutes!

    (3)

  • Andy C.

    wonderful service. I ended up searching nearby restaurants on yelp and came across the original pancake house. it make not look so great on the outside and on the inside it feels as if it were based on a house kitchen setting. steak and eggs, omelette, coffee, pancakes - what more can you ask for?

    (5)

  • Eric G.

    I came here on a Tuesday morning so it was not busy. On entering, I was thrown off by the lighting; was I in a dungeon? Then the women working there were wearing some sort of dresses that made me feel like I was walking through an Amish kitchen. We were seated immediately. Our food came out pronto. I had the R & D omelet. It was surprisingly tasty although I would rather have had it for one of those evenings where you eat breakfast food for dinner. I tasted the bacon; salty but okay. The buttermilk pancakes were pretty standard too. I wouldn't say epic food, but I didn't try the dutch baby either.

    (4)

  • Angel L.

    My first time coming to this place always was curious but when I first tried it I thought it was alright not the best but its edible!

    (2)

  • First Name L.

    hmmmm... looks like I have a minority opinion here but it's worth voicing anyway. This place is always busy on weekends and we waited about 45 minutes, that was fine as we knew this ahead of time. We sat in the outdoor area. Tables weren't that clean but there was a lot of food in the plants... looked like chicken wing bones all over. Whatever, we were there for food so it didn't bother anyone. Coffee = typically watery coffee house stuff Food - very disappointing. Macadamia pancakes.. nothing special (try Boots and Kimo instead). Regular pancakes were nothing special. Omelets were omelets but nothing special. Bacon was nothing special. Let me summarize. This place is NOTHING SPECIAL. Kids hated it. Adults hated it more. When you see such crowds and wait forever, you expect good food. I can go to Safeway and make better food than this in less than 45 minutes. But you know what, I'm happy the crowds are there cuz it keeps the really good places accessible.

    (1)

  • Daisy S.

    Love the place and the food! Been here several times, but beware of the wait! Oh! maybe that is everywhere in Hawaii... =) but yeah, everything is good here.

    (4)

  • Little M.

    great food and service. weird location. park upstairs. the shop is not on the street. worth finding. the french toast was really great.

    (5)

  • Amber W.

    Decent breakfast and I like their homestyle pancakes that come out all fluffy. Service is quick, parking sucks, there's often a long (45 min+ wait).

    (4)

  • Aileen W.

    We waited for 30 minutes to sit. waitresses were really nice and kind even it was so busy. My husband didn't enjoy much because tables are so close each other(we wish the place is bigger so we don't have to wait so much). But we loved the pancakes and bacon!! My husband said he could keep eating the bacon forever! hehe One thing we didn't like was hashbrown.. We were expecting home made hasbrown, not the frozen one. Oh well, I love the pancake there!

    (3)

  • Sylvia D.

    I love the Original Pancake House (I've only been to the one on Kapiolani.) I've always had great service every time we've gone there. The waitresses in their bright colored muumuu's makes you feel like their your favorite aunty. I normally have the minced ham and eggs, but have had the omelettes and always, always have pancakes. I'm not a big on pancakes, but there are two places that I will always get the pancakes...here and Ken's Pancake House in Hilo. The atmosphere here is casual - meaning you can throw on a t-shirt and shorts w/some rubber slippers and you're good. The only down side of the restaurant is that they don't take reservations so show up too late and you'll be waiting for a while...but I think the food at the prices they're at, are well worth the wait.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    (This review is for the Original Pancake House on Kapiolani.) This restaurant was recommended by the book "Oahu Revealed", and after having breakfast here my wife and I agree. Oddly enough, this chain was originally founded in Portland, Oregon in 1953! Although we did not have the time to try the Dutch baby pancakes or baked apple pancakes (which require a 45 minute prep time!), we did enjoy what we ordered. Aside from the usual breakfast items found at other restaurants (omelettes, egg dishes, pancakes, crepes, etc), if you like local eats like I do you will try have Portugese sausage. Me, I had spam and eggs! yummy! Service was decent and the wait staff were dressed in colorful muumuu's as they served food and drinks. What's interesting to note is that the omelettes here are NOT fried. Instead, they are baked, which gives them an interesting texture as a result (that you may or may not like), so tell them if you want your eggs cooked in a special way. My wife loved the coconut syrup for the buttermilk pancakes. The buttermilk pancakes were delicious, only topped by another place I know of in Burlingame, CA (Crepevine). The atmosphere is casual, and you'll see some local residents enjoying themselves in happy conversation and eating, which is a welcome break from the flourescent-colored, camera toting tourists. Breakfast for two with drink will run around a low $20, and in the end you will feel full and satisfied to have a "local eating" experience. Be mindful of the street parking signs so you don't get a ticket/towed.

    (4)

  • Erik S.

    The pancakes here were great. I really wished that they had a sampler plate of all the different kinds of pancakes because all i got to try were the blueberry pancakes. My wife and I also split an omelet, which was also quite good. I highly recommend this place for a good start to your day.

    (4)

  • Voice Of The People S.

    good food amazing service. ate there for breakfast this morning and all the waitstaff/bussers seemed genuinely happy and very friendly. Our waitress was very friendly and never left my coffee empty, i think i must have drank 5 cups. i had the eggs and bacon with pancakes. it wasn't anything special but its a pretty standard order. i think they're more known for their dutch baby and more elaborate pancake options. i'll come here again for sure.

    (4)

  • Stacey K.

    Service was great. The food was extremely heavy, I could smell the butter lathered onto everything even my broccoli and cheese omelet with hash browns which I couldn't even finish. The O.J is fresh squeezed, but wasn't that great. My friend had the Dutch Oven with strawberries. It was yummy but super rich and heavy. I think this place is good for a once a month visit otherwise they might have to roll you out of here. If you want a yummy, high calorie, indulgent breakfast this is the place for you.

    (3)

  • Marc K.

    Portuguese sausage was good. Kids meals were pretty small. Waitress was really friendly.

    (3)

  • H L.

    This is definitely a staple for your breakfast needs; especially if you are a fan of breakfast for every meal. The bacon served is ginormous, so if you are a fan of the pig fat you will be in heaven. And when I say ginormous, I dont mean in serving size, I mean as in prehistoric pig size. It will make the pork lover in you shed a tear. I ordered the french toast with a side of hash browns and sausage patties and left happy. They also serve hash browns the way I love best: squared into a patty. Can you beat that? Be sure to stop by! P.S. If you want the baked cinnamon dutch apple thing, go for it but be forewarned that it takes them 45 minutes from order to shoveling into your pie hole :)

    (4)

  • Mark G.

    Best Bacon! Need I say more? Ok I will. No I guess I won't . I think "best bacon" pretty much says it all.

    (4)

  • Kaipo S.

    Love their corned beef hash, made with brisket. If you go on a weekend morning be prepared to wait up to 45 minutes or more for a table. I would suggest just going to their Kalihi location on the weekend, although they give a smaller, more potato rich version of their corned beef hash there.

    (4)

  • Greg S.

    There's not much I can say about the breakfast here that hasn't already been complimented by other Yelpers. Two tips for eating here though: 1) If you don't want to wait, come very early (open at 6 am) or after late morning after the initial rush. 2) Expect to have a heard time picking from among the large selection. The only disappointment was that their hash browns are the pre made McDonald's type. Overall, this is a great place to get pancakes, omelettes, and more at reasonable prices.

    (3)

  • Siu L.

    The pancakes here are amazingly yummy!!! There are over 15 types of pancakes and I decided to try the macadamia nut pancakes since I've been obsessed over macadamia nuts! It was super fluffy and muy delicioso! I also ordered the RDK's special omelette and it was not what I expected at all! It was covered with this red marinara sauce and definitely did not mix well with my pancake coated stomache. I highly recommend this place for pancakes!

    (4)

  • Dawn D.

    The wait to get in this place is long, the parking is hard to come by, and the prices for the dinkiest juice and coffe cups are just laughable. My friend ordered the crepes which came with frozen strawberries And i mean ice cold frozen hard to bite strawberries, but i had a really good asparagus omelet, so I wont be too harsh. and the fluffy omelet someone else ordered (cross between a sooufflee and omelet)looked enticing.

    (3)

  • T O.

    This place only gets 2 stars for the food to value ratio. The $10 omelet didn't come with cheese? I ordered the mushroom omelet and the slurry white sauce ruined the whole thing. The omelet may be fluffy (as described by another user), but with the slurry white sauce and the clump of cheese placed in the middle, it was disgusting. I cannot comprehend messing up a mushroom omelet (eggs, cheese, mushrooms...what the deal???). My friend also ordered the garden omelet (see picture) and was equally unimpressed by this $10 entree. The only reason to go here is to get pancakes only. The nostalgia of this place may be kitsch but its rather dark and dingy for me. A place with over priced food and dim surroundings does not earn your valuable dollar. Definitely not worth waiting in line. Go to Wailana if you like pancakes. +Friendly wait staff.

    (2)

  • Carlo C.

    heard so many great reviews about the place. it was ok. not exactly as good as i thought it would be. i thought the corned beef hash had way too much potatoes and not enough beef. the waffles were good, but nothing to write home about. had a good breakfast type atmosphere and the wait staff was very friendly. food came out quickly. they really know how to turn tables there. food was ok. service was great.

    (3)

  • koren c.

    I love their pancakes. Not too many places make good pancakes. I also like the atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Scott H.

    I visited this place earlier this week and I have to say that the food was delicious. I had the mac nut pancakes with coconut syrup and it rocked! Not to mention the staff was very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!

    (5)

  • Grimeater A.

    The Special Omelette with chocolate chip pancakes. I order the same thing every time. It's a heavy breakfast but so good. I need to come here more.

    (4)

  • J M.

    no ifs, ands, or butts, this place is good. had the chocolate chip pancakes and almost creamed in my swim trunks. the extensive menu is almost too unwieldy, you'll sit there for 20 minutes trying to decide what to order.

    (5)

  • Rei M.

    Two words... DUTCH BABY! Soo... worth the wait. Oh and I love their corned beef hash and eggs, too. The best part is da Pancake House is around da corner from grandma's place. ^_^

    (5)

  • Lynn K.

    Pancakes and crepes, good; everything else, bad! I used to work in the office building above it and would break down and go there when I didn't have time to make food or get it elsewhere. I was amazed at how they could ruin eggs (rubbery or brown), toast (seriously if the toast is black, you should throw it out, not serve it!) and even a cold turkey sandwich. They would put soaking wet lettuce on it so the bread would turn back to soggy dough. Yuck! And the soup that came with it was saltier and had less flavor than Campbell's. The only good thing about lunch is that it came with a crepe that was perfect and topped with strawberries with a light sauce and whipped cream.

    (2)

  • Anjelika J.

    this is the best place for pancakes!!! when you order an omelett or eggs w/ meat, you get a choice of starch which is either: rice, toast, hash browns or PANCAKES!!!! my faves: *eggs over medium w/ bacon *the pancakes *plain crepes w/ tropical sauce, no butter *a few of the waitresses note: best time to go is weekday mid-mornings.

    (4)

  • Lisa C.

    A definite must when I am in Honolulu. It's become a tradition: I drag my entire family here on the morning of my flight back to the mainland as a last supper of sorts. Ever since I was a kid, I've always ordered the dollar pancakes and I swear the dollar pancakes have gotten bigger since then. They don't take reservations so get there early.

    (5)

  • David B.

    had breakfast here this morning. i was the last customer who came in today buy my waitress gave excellent service. we ordered an omellete,(forgot the name) it had bacon, potatoes and came with a white cream sauce, i added in mushrooms and cheese, and also got a side of spanish sauce with it. that and the pancakes, side of hash browns man! that hit the spot this morning. we were the last to leave, and everyone in the restaurant was so nice and friendly. great to still see awesome local style service

    (4)

  • Jen C.

    I try to make it here at least once during every visit home. I always order the same thing...49er Flapjacks!!! A stack of super-thin pancakes that are so moist, tender yet toothsome, and flavorful. A pat of butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a side of sausage make the perfect breakfast. I would give it a higher rating, but the rest of the menu isn't that special.

    (3)

  • Aug C.

    my god. I had no idea how good banana pancake with coconut syrup can be. I meant better than sex kinda good (well almost...I still prefer sex) this is the first time here and I found this place through yelp. The place is located inside a business building which I though was so weird. The line is long. We were there at 9 am hoping we will beat the 2nd rush but we still had to wait for 20 mins for a table. Coffee was ok nothing to rave about. Omelettes were ok. If you come here you have to eat their exotic pancakes.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    came to Honolulu last night and dying to have a decent breakfast in the morning. Drove by Seaside Bar and Grill and saw the special for $3.95 and I told the wife I am going to get that in the morning. Instead I got on-line and read the review of The Original Pancake House with 4.5 stars. i don't where some of these reviewers have eaten in the past, this place deserve no more than 3 stars at best. the service is okay and they do have a Hawaii flair because of the colorful moomoo. I order the Corn Beef Hash and I asked the waitress do they make the hash brown on the premises and she reply with no hesitation that it was. When it came out, what i got was two patties of hashbrown that i might as well get them at McDonald. My corn beef hash portion was so small and tasteless, I don't want to venture to rate the quality of the food. And that cost me $7.25. My daughter order a papaya for $2.85 it was half of a small, i mean small fruit with most of the meat scoop out because someone carelessly scooped out the flesh when they did the seed. at most she got two bits of papaya. Come on folks. big portion, good food, 4.5 stars please be honest. The price is not bad, but food mediocre at best. My wife had the pancake that is what is expected good, but not great, but a breakfast place can't be rated good when all other food is sub-par.

    (2)

  • Rob C.

    the original pancake house is all over, but it's still one step below the original walker brothers pancake house in wilmette, il. anyways, still good to go for that extra sugary apple pancake.

    (4)

  • shari o.

    My son and I love this place. We always go to the one on Dillingham. He orders the spinach omelette and I get the R&D special with poi pancakes. We always leave very full and happy.

    (5)

  • Ty Y.

    This place was a zoo. I would normally say that a business needs to invest in X or do Y to improve, but this is an old-time shop that I see doing nothing in the way of improving. They stand up here only for their food in my opinion. I hate giving a negative review considering the food was tastey, but I came out feeling more stressed than when I went in. They need to invest in some serious crowd-control as the lines and waiting area were not a pleasant experience. The decor and atmosphere is 70s at best and I don't know that I like eating breakfast in a dark room. Messes a bit with my body cycle to not have a nice bright area so early in the morning. Waitresses were nice, but the bussers all had neck tattoos and did not look the part of a service professional. I know that may sound bad, but a business must choose its staff as a representation of core values. I may be missing things, but perception is reality fpr customers. I felt my potato pancake was tastey but our hashbrowns were store-bought mcdonalds style at best. Not what I would expect from a business known for a good breakfast. Price was acceptable considering these were not just 2-egg plates. Get the atmosphere under control and this place could be the best on oahu.

    (1)

  • Cheryl S.

    I only learned about this place several years ago as you cannot see it from the street. It's hidden in a office building. The decor is super old school and it's like going into a time warp. We are breakfast here and it was fast and yummy. The pancakes just are sooo fluffy tasty and seriously melt in your mouth. I don't know how they make them sooo perfect. I had bacon too and that was crispy, just how I like it. We had a side order of hash browns that weren't crispy at all :( it needed to be cooked a bit longer but come on we weren't here for the hash browns and definitely you will be satisfied with the pancakes. I will definitely eat pancakes here again. Yummmm

    (3)

  • Courtney O.

    I've never been so excited to come home and write a review before! I've never wanted to give NEGATIVE stars before! But here it goes... I can't believe all the great reviews of this place. The food is bland and the service, horrible! I came here today with my parents for breakfast. Our waitress didn't even bring us water. I'm a pregnant woman. I need my water! She didn't even ask if we wanted water or if we wanted anything to drink. Did she think I was going to scarf down my food with out a beverage?? Then when I finally flagged her down and asked for water, it was in the smallest cup. I finished it and she never came to refill it! Horrible! My sweet bread french toast was anything but sweet. My parents had eggs and breakfast meats which is hard to mess up. Overall the food is more expensive than what it is worth. When our waitress brought my mom her food, she handed her the plate and my moms hands got burned! She waitress did NOT mention the plate was hot when my mom was going to grab for it, neither did she say "sorry" after my mom shouted out "ouch! this is hot!" How rude! After she brought all of our food, she came back and put the check on our table. She never came by to ask how the food was or if we needed anything else. When we were leaving the waitress came to clear our table and didn't even say good bye or thank you or happy holidays. HORRIBLE customer service. Horrible. I would rather eat my own foot for breakfast than come here again. HORRIBLE times 3 million.

    (1)

  • Kurt C.

    This was our first stop after getting a car on O'ahu, and it was a great one. We were immediately greeted and seated upon entering and had our order in with a few minutes of sitting down (something Kaua'i restaurants could learn). The staff was very friendly towards everyone. Most everything comes with a choice of 3 pancakes, hash browns, rice, or toast. Plate - RD's Favorite Omelet with Pancakes ($9.99) - This was a huge Omelet with a lot of Italian flavor. The pancakes were some of the best I have had in a long time, very soft and flavorful. Special Plate - Eggs & Canadian Bacon with Hash browns ($7.99)- This wasn't quite as big or as good as the omelet plate, but it was still nice. The bacon had good flavor. The hash browns are the patty kind (think McDonald's), not the mash pile. If you caught an early flight onto the island, we highly recommend you stop in for a great breakfast.

    (4)

  • Rick L.

    Right after doing the Honolulu Marathon clinic each Sunday, we been rushing off to the "Jesus Christ It's So Freakin Delicious Original Pancake House." Did you know they're like in half the nation across the good ole USA? They're everywhere, I'm so glad we have two here. We asked to sit outside to enjoy the fresh air and warm sun. They sat us quickly since most patrons wanted to be inside. I ordered the spinach cheese with bacon omelet which comes with three large buttermilk pancakes. I couldn't finish it...well maybe because I also order the "Dutch Baby" for our table. On the menu it said it takes at least 25 minutes to make but we were munching on ours in no time. It comes with lemon, powered sugar and more butter. I was curious what the heck were we supposed to do with the lemon. I asked a staff member and was told to put it on the Dutch Baby. Oh, my GOD!!! Holy crap. Somehow the citrus taste just makes this dish so darn good! Try it and as usual see pictures I've posted.

    (4)

  • Mim D.

    Omg their pancakes with coconut syrup is to die for! Yummy! We were seated quickly and our server was really pleasant and sweet! I definitely will be back if I'm ever in Hawaii again and highly recommend others to give it a try! It was a bit dark in there but it didn't matter to me because all I wanted to do was eat everything off my plate after pouring coconut syrup on everything.

    (5)

  • Sara T.

    Came here for the first time today! BF and I shared the Potato Omelette with hash browns and the Bacon Pancakes (comes with 5 pancakes). BF had a cup of coffee as well. Food: 4.5 All of the food was really rich, but I tried my hardest to forget about the calories, fat and salt and just enjoy it. The bacon pancakes were light and fluffy, and the sweet/salty combo was right up my alley. They actually cook bits of bacon right into the top of each pancake, and then top with more bacon crumbles. The omelette was unexpectedly the fluffiest omelet I've ever eaten - they must use some kind of cream to whip it up. The combination of the fluffy egg, small cubes of potato, bacon bits, cheese, and the country gravy-type sauce they smother it in was delicious, but the green onions sprinkled on top were what completed the dish for me. The hash browns that came on the side were kind of like McDonald's-style patty hash browns. They weren't amazing, but I'm a sucker for any fried potato item covered in syrup. See pic here: yelp.com/biz_photos/3p1S… The coffee was pretty bad (watery & weak), but I didn't drink much of it and it wasn't the focal point of the meal for me, so I'll stick to reviewing the food. Service: 4 Standard diner-ish service with aunties in muumuus. Fast and attentive enough for the kind of food served. Ambiance: 2 My only real beef with this place was it was grungy and old, and the bathrooms were gross. The worst part about going to the bathroom (which is right outside the restaurant in a hallway to the left) was taking the bathroom key, which was tied to a plastic tub with string that looked like they hadn't changed it in 15 years. I had to use a paper towel to return it because I felt like holding it with bare hands would defeat the purpose of having washed my hands. Value: 5 Brunch came out to $20 before tip for the two of us, and we were absolutely stuffed (and we had 2 leftover pancakes!)

    (4)

  • James M.

    Ate here about a month ago, after spending three plus hours at the hospital for my daughter. But that is another story. Anyway, needless to say we were super hungry after being awake since four in the morning. This was actually our first time to eat at this location and we were not prepared for the wait that we had to endure. In all exactness, I think we waited about 20 minutes, but did I mention that we had just spent three plus hours at a hospital, with no food! So, on to the food...my daughter had a short stack with bacon, the wife had the 49-er, and I had a regular stack with eggs and bacon. This was a super breakfast feast for all of us, I must say! It could also be that we were all famished! Our service was on point and I had my coffee refilled about three times, even when I didn't want it to be, but hey, can't blame them for being so attentive. I would surely recommend this place to any breakfast lover, just expect to wait a bit for a seat as this location is pretty crowded. Also, the atmosphere is like a throwback to my gramma's house... a place that is all too familiar to me in my days as a kid. And the best "gramma's house memory"...the breakfast table! Thanks for bringing me back to my childhood OPH! See you soon!

    (4)

  • Brian S.

    All I've got to say is that Diane is the best server in the world! She's been here for more than 28 years and she is going strong! She really cares about the customers and makes you feel right at home. If you're looking for a family breakfast place, hit this place up!

    (5)

  • Brittany D.

    Breakfast was delicious!! Our waiter was super nice and the service was fast. I got the potato omelette with a side a pancakes w/ coconut syrup. It was so good!! My boyfriend got the corn beef hash omelette with hash browns. It was very good too! It was cheap and a good experience. The only downfall was the host at the front. She was rude and our greeting wasn't very nice. But overall a great breakfast spot!

    (4)

  • Hayden C.

    Came here for breakfast today (Sunday). We waited about 20 minutes for a table, which was fine with us being that it was a Sunday. Our server was very nice and got our food out to us in a timely manner. One of the dishes we ordered was the blueberry pancakes. MMMM! so fluffy and moist. Would definitely order these again. The best part of our meal was it was cheap! Prices range from $6-10, for most food items.

    (4)

  • Sharon H.

    Generous portions (for the bacon and eggs combo: 4 pieces of bacon, with 2 eggs, and choice of 3 buttermilk pancakes, hashbrowns, rice or toast) and reasonably priced ($8.50). Weekends have a little bit of a wait time but the tables are turned fast. The macnut belgian waffle was also very tasty. Service is speedy, parking available on the street or in the complex which they validate for you in the restaurant.

    (4)

  • Rupert L.

    Food is great. Wait time for a table can be 10-15 minutes. I say to bring maybe no more than five people with you or it can take even longer for your party to get a table. The staff are nice. I would say they make the best pancakes on the island.

    (4)

  • Sierrah I.

    I'm not much of a breakfast person, but since I was already awake and with a grumbling tummy after a very early doctors appointment, might I add, NOT EVEN FOR MYSELF, but an appointment for my boyfriend's sprained ankle.. .breakfast sounded pretty darn good. My gf suggested eating at the OPH and since I had never tried it, I figured HEY, why not? Another place I get to Yelp about(: We came on a Tuesday, or a random weekday so the wait was 5-10 minutes to get a table. After we came though a few groups came in and out came that sign-in sheet. Service was top-notch in this very old, home style eatery. And, by old style I mean still wearing olden day style muumuus, you can smell old, like grandma & grandpas house. Decor was vintage to say the least, haha, but food was OH SO YUMMY. Me and the bf probably over did it as usual. Potato omelette- omelette with hash, bacon, green onions, with your side. Steak & Eggs Side of Portuguese sausage Side of Hash Brown 1 Pancake (cause I mean I just had to try the pancakes c'mon!) Nothing, I did not like, and all the food came out together and in a pretty timely matter. I don't remember waiting long at all. Omelette was huge! Ate about half and I was more than full. Portuguese sausage straight from KA-LI-HIIIIIIII just like the menu says, and I mean who really cares that the hash brown were the frozen oblong shapes like McDonalds? Because I mean, everyone loves McDonalds hash browns, and most hash browns are the packaged and frozen. I mean who really, grates their own potatoes for hash brown in this type of economy? lol. All in all, it was a great reunion with breakfast.

    (4)

  • Luanna Y.

    The 4-star review is for the food & our waitress. Definitely try the forty-niner pancakes - these were so delicious. They're old-fashioned, thin pancakes (very similar to crepes) that are served with a heart-attack portion of butter. Totally not health-conscious food, but it made my taste buds ecstatic. The R&D's fave omelet was awesome too. Very generous with the spinach and chunks of beef and then served with salsa on top and pancakes/toast/hash browns. Our waitress was also lovely. Really great service. One negative, though: the host here was totally incompetent. There was a massive horde of people waiting and NO list to keep track of which party was next. The host would just ask, "Okay... who's next?" and of course the waiting patrons would all think it was them. It was absolute chaos. When my bf and I asked about a list, he just responded with "No list.. just tell me who's next?" (insert incredulous look here) But yeah, other than the moronic host, everything here was great. Lots of things on the menu that looked tasty - I've got my eye on the apple pancake the next time I come back.

    (4)

  • Allan K.

    WOW!!!!!!! This place rocks with some delicious pancakes and breakfast items. Our waitress Diane was outstanding and happens to be a long time family friend who we haven't seen for a very long time! come for some tasty breakfast eats, it will satisfy!!!!

    (5)

  • Kim C.

    This place serves a mean breakfast. Very straightforward, no frills, nothing fancy. Usually a wait, so be prepared. Can't go wrong with the apple pancakes (that made them famous) or any of the scrambles. The bacon is also delish. Tip: The portion sizes are HUGE, but they do offer half-sized portions, which will still fill you up.

    (4)

  • Ericka M.

    Three words for you: FORTY NINER FLAPJACKS! OMG these thinly cooked pancakes are just soooooo yummy! NOM NOM NOM. I most often times will order it with a side of portugese sausage or Canadian bacon. Idk if it's the thin texture or the buttery goodness with this awesome pancake but it is soooooo good. I always think I am going to need more food because it is pretty thin but I hardly ever finish the whole thing. It is delicious! I also like the omelettes here. They are always so huge and full of whatever you are ordering. And I appreciate when they give you your moneys worth and more. Definitely one of my favorite food joints! Wish they were closer to the Leeward side because I would definitely become a regular ^__^

    (4)

  • Lyn S.

    My husband and kids took me there for Mother's Day, so it was pretty busy. The restaurant seemed pretty old and dingy to say the least. Strike one: It took almost forty five minutes for our food to come out. Not good when you have two little ones waiting to eat. Strike two: My mushroom omelet was ridiculously hot, like it was probably made twenty minutes earlier, then nuked right before it was brought out, the whole dish was probably cooked in the microwave to begin with because it didn't even look like an omelet. The eggs were so browned that it almost looked like pastry bread. It was horrible. Strike three: My husband's corned beef and hash browns looked like we could've just bought the same thing from Walmart and just nuked it ourselves for half the price. It was horrible as well. Strike three: Although the forty niner pancakes were pretty good, we tried to "drizzle" syrup on them, but what came out was a watery mess. We asked the table next to us if their syrup was any thicker and they said theirs was just as watery. The waitress never asked how our meals were. She was non-existent for most of the time we were there. She saw that I didn't even eat half of my omelet, but only thought to ask if I needed a box for it. I can't believe we paid for such bad food and bad service. This was one of the worst restaurant experiences I've had in a long time. Never will I go there again.

    (1)

  • Joseph R.

    FOOD: 3/5. About average for big breakfasts that aren't Denny's or IHOP. SERVICE: 4/5. Although it's about average, the waiters are always friendly when I've been here. The wait line is annoying, but hey...that's how they want to do it here. SETTING: 3/5. Parking seems like it's usually a pay garage attached, although this last time was free. It's dineresque within with a clanky, pleasant hustle & bustle. Is this place a Must-Visit...no. Is it a fun breakfast place if you're looking for one...for sure! VALUE: under $20 per person for big breakfast and juice/coffee.

    (3)

  • Billy W.

    The Dutch Baby, macadamia nut pancakes were the bomb!! Great service, awesome spot! Check it out.

    (4)

  • Amy S.

    This chain is one of my favs back in NJ. So, I was super pumped to find one in HI! I got the spinach omelettes, which here includes bacon!!! Then my side of plain pancakes. I need a sweet and salty breakfast!! The coffee was good, and continually replaced! My only notes- and reasons that I would maybe make this review a 3.5, the egg in my omelette was a bit frothy (maybe they added water?) And the portions are not as big as in NJ--- usually I can never finish my omelette, but this one was totally eatable... this could be a good thing as I tend to overeat here!! Also, the waitresses were super smiley and friendly... which is always a plus! I would def. go back!

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    Pancakessssssss....nomnomnom

    (4)

  • Robert C.

    Tried, true, a favorite. Granted, you need to first know what you're walking into: -Ambiance, if you can call it that, is casual and homely. -Style of cuisine is good 'ole fashion pancakes and omelets - no frills here. -If you expect 'home-made,' you may be disappointed. Yes, they use frozen hashbrowns and, yes, they make no qualms about putting a bottle of Heinz 57 on the table, lol. -If you come here on a Sunday morning . . . get right back in your car and start it up again . . . leave. Don't even try it. The wait for a table can be obscene. That said . . . I really do thoroughly enjoy coming here for breakfast. The pancakes are always good, as are the omelets. I usually get the buckwheat pancakes (which kick serious ass) with mac nuts and chocolate chips cooked inside and I like the sugar-free syrup you can get if you ask them. Also, if you aren't in a rush-- the German-style pancakes that take like 45 minutes? Worth. It. They're a nice, crispy-edged change to the simple, everyday pancake. A delightful plus is that besides the food being simple and delicious, the people who work there are ALWAYS so nice. Each waitress I've gotten there with very few exceptions, seems like they genuinely like working, not only with each other, but at that establishment. They seem like they care and are sincere when they service the table. Additional niceties: Parking is validated at the front where you pay and it's free. I've never left here hungry. I took my dad here the other day and, once again, had a filling and satisfying experience. Bottom line - don't expect too much; come anticipating a casual atmosphere and filling, delicious non-fancy breakfast foods and you'll be happy you came.

    (4)

  • Joey C.

    Hey just plain good old breakfast food. Been eating here for years.

    (4)

  • Mari B.

    They have the best buttermilk pancakes I have ever had! I ordered the corned beef hash, which included the pancakes on the side. The price is right, and the service is efficient. I feel like I've had better corned beef hash, but it was still quite delicious! You may have to wait a bit for a table if you come during peak times, but I think it's worth it.

    (4)

  • Mark M.

    Good Food, Most the time friendly staff. The wait is a bummer at times! But well worth it once your seated and get to pig out :)

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    What really sticks out for me is the service! FOOD: 3/5 If it wasn't for the Forty Ninener that our server recommended, I wouldn't be as hung up about this place as I am now. The Forty Ninener is not a pancake dish, it is 3 layers of plain crepes. Yea, it doesn't sound so awesome, but once you taste it, it's another story. It is only dressed with butter and they give you syrup on the side. I think the simplicity of this dish (and the fact that it was cooked perfectly) is what makes this dish perfect after a heavy breakfast. We all ordered the corn beef hash breakfast combo and it was okay...I think it would have been a lot better if it wasn't as burnt on the edges, but overall it was okay and edible. SERVICE: 5/5 As mentioned earlier, the service at this place is superb. I don't usually go to pancake houses mainly because 1. almost everything they serve is starch based and 2. they have sooo many options that my indecisiveness can't handle it! We decided to go to The Original Pancake House for breakfast before our long day and I was initially amazed that these skillful ladies can operate so quickly in long dresses! Our server was very friendly and I think she sensed that we don't frequent pancake houses often or at all so she took her time with us and gave us recommendations. Now the "wow" part for me was not particularly our server but it was the chef! In most restaurants one would usually never see the chef that cooks the food, but not this place! One of the chefs served the table next to us! It has been some time since I've seen a chef serve food to someone who is a non-celebrity or non-politcally-influential. That won them jumbo stars with me. PRICE: 5/5 This place is pretty decently priced for location, and type of food/establishment (i.e pancake house). I paid $13 before tip but note I shared the Forty Ninener with 2 other people and we split it 3 ways. AMBIANCE: The place is inside a commercial plaza and hence it is a bit dark and their dim yellow lighting didn't help that much but I guess it suites the style. Also, I dont know if it was just that time I was there but I kept on hearing this game show sound (the sound one will hear on a game like Wheel of Fortune or something). Im not sure if it was intentional but it gives the place some unique flare. PARKING: They have a private parking garage in the back. I believe it is paid parking but the time we went there the machine was broken so the guy didn't charge us! (yay!!) There is also street parking around the area. OVERALL: 4/5 Im not all too picky when it comes to a regular run of the mill, non-special day out type of meal so even if they burnt my corn beef hash a bit, I wouldn't complain. But I would definitely go back for the Forty Ninener and for the wonderful service. I really appreciate the type of service this team has to offer and I love how the chefs also serve their customers along side the servers. It really shows maturity, team work, passion for their business, and genuine care for their customers. If you think about it, they could've left the orange juice and plate of pancakes for the servers to take to the customers, but that little extra step really brought them to another level. I'd go back again just to support such a wonderful team!

    (4)

  • Thumy W.

    It was a Monday morning, and the hubby and I were desperate for some pancakes. We live nearby, so we decided to go to the Original Pancake House. Getting to the restaurant from the parking structure was a little confusing since the parking elevator was broken, but we made it safely. There was no wait since it was late on a Monday morning. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient. I ordered the Portuguese sausage omelet and my husband got the coconut pancakes. The omelet was disappointing. It was enormous, and the eggs were fluffy and thick. But I expected the sausage to be salty, greasy and spicy (did I mention I LOVE Portuguese sausage?) but the stuff in the omelet had no flavor. It was dry and bland (for Portuguese sausage). The coconut pancakes with coconut syrup was delicious, like eating Mounds filling on a pancake. It was super sweet, but so tasty that you don't care that you're getting diabetes. I would have given the review 3 stars except for an incident with some tourists. Halfway through our meal, a group of four tourists came in. They didn't speak/understand English very well. Their waitress (NOT ours, who was really nice) was VERY rude to them. When they didn't understand, she repeated everything she said loudly and slowly in a condescending way. She knew one word in Japanese, (something -mono) and kept repeating it over and over to them, very loudly, at least a dozen times, until they pointed to what they wanted on the menu. It was a horrible way to treat any customer. We will definitely avoid this place from now on, and tell our friends to do the same.

    (2)

  • Paul K.

    Good for breakfast. Kona blend coffee. Opened 30 years ago. Probably haven't changed in 30 years. Probably more a local than tourist spot. Older, hole in the wall feel in a business building. Come and try it out. It is definitely a nice little find.

    (4)

  • Brian M.

    Hope today was the anomaly. Thought I saw our order go to the next table, who came in way after us. Father and daughter didn't say anything so assumed they ordered the same thing as us. After nibbling some bacon, daughter says this wasn't her order. They call the waitress who apologies to them and takes it back into the kitchen. Short while later, after father eats about half of my wife's order, he realizes that wasn't his either. Waitress apologies and hurries back with their order. Waitress never makes eye contact, so had to ask hostess about our order. When we finally get our, my Bits-o-Bacon short stack was hard and not freshly made. Think she just held on to the one she gave the girl earlier. Before today, this was my favorite breakfast place. Willing to drive from Mililani, but will now have to think twice.

    (2)

  • Veronica S.

    I was looking forward to some amazing macademia nut pancakes but I have to admit that these were just OK. They were very plain tasting and had a bunch of mac nuts sprinkled on top. Their eggs & sausage were kind of bland and very greasy/oily. The prices are OK, fair but not cheap nor high. Most choices are $8-$12 each. The uniforms and decorations are very Hawaiian and home-y, however the food was nothing spectacular..

    (3)

  • Joy H.

    love the pancake! super soft and fluffy. the best pancake i ever had!!!

    (4)

  • RockyandGlory A.

    It was our first time trying this place. My eldest daughter ordered the ham, mushroom, and cheese special. My little one ordered the chocolate chip pancakes. I ordered the mushroom omelette with toast. It was yummy and I almost finished my food. I had about a fourth left of my omelette and I was planning on taking home my leftovers, until I saw a very short strand of hair in my food. I didn't complain to our server, but I'm assuming it was obvious because she looked at my plate, saw the piece of hair, apologized, and took my plate in the back. She was nice enough to offer me something else, but at that point, I was too full and grossed out to continue eating. They were very kind to comp my mushroom omelette. Next time (if I ever change my mind about coming back), I would ask them to go easy on the cheese cause it was too cheesy.

    (2)

  • Laura A.

    Its good

    (3)

  • Roston O.

    Awesome service!!! Great food and portion size. Atmosphere is a bit dated but will certainly go back. Lots of locals and tourists. Parking is free in the building. Again, service was on point. Funny and knowledgeable.

    (4)

  • Kit W.

    The portions here are HUGE and satisfying so it's fun to group up with a friend and split two different items. Depending on what you order, even that's probably more than enough food. For example, the last time I went, I split a Dutch Baby and a yummy omelet with a guy friend and we couldn't finish xD. The Dutch Baby is awwweeeesssooommme and must be tried. It is a tall/thick dish of goodness that is meant to be topped with fresh squeezed lemon juice, butter, and powder sugar and there's plenty of that at the Original Pancake House. Word to the wise--I got too enthusiastic with the butter and that may have been the cause of why my partner in crime and I couldn't quite finish the thing *cough cough*. And the fact that we felt so lethargic as we shopped at Ala Moana afterwards xD If you go into the Original Pancake House knowing the Dutch Baby's what you're after, you can tell the host that and she/he can get your order started for you so that you don't have to wait 20-30 minutes for it at the table later. This is great especially when you are waiting in line--definitely saves you lots of time! =) Anyway, their omelets are great too because they come out piping hot and are soooo fluffy! YUM.

    (4)

  • Derek W.

    i really like there pancakes. you have to they them.

    (4)

  • Katie R.

    My fav is 49er Flap Jacks extra cripy with coconut syrup and side order corned beef hash. Service is speedy and friendly.

    (3)

  • Seiji O.

    Came here on a Sunday a little past noon. Good service and food. Had the pancakes and dutch baby. Food tasted pretty good and prices were reasonable.

    (4)

  • Chester N.

    The Original Pancake House can easily be missed. Located within a building, those lacking smart phones with maps could wonder the vicinity for minutes without realizing it is right under their noses. Once you find it, you'll quickly discover a jewel within Oahu. The pannys (pancakes as I like to call them) are light and fluffy. Portuguese sausages add the saltiness you desire with an explosion of flavor without the gamey taste. You can never go wrong with the corned beef hash either. Beware however of their signature dishes, in particular the Apple Pancake. Once ordered, they tell you it will take 45 minutes because it is made from scratch and oven baked. When it comes out, it looks more like an Apple Pie. The saving grace from the wait is it is delicious. The wait staff is very friendly and attentive despite the crowded atmosphere. Reminds me of mom.

    (3)

  • Annie W.

    The portions are huge and definitely worth the dollars that you fork out for it. This was our first visit here and from all the yelp reviews from my fellow yelp friends, I had high expectations. I ordered the corned beef hash with over medium eggs. My husband had the Italian spice omelet, and two other omelets (vegetarian and potato) were ordered in my party. To substitute different flavored panckes was additional $2.50. The corned beef came out crispy, delicious, but too salty. I had about 3 glasses of water and was still thirsty after my meal. Our waitress didn't do a great job refilling our water. The vegetable omelet was filled with chunks of vegetables, but my sis complained that it was a bit bland. My niece that ordered her potato omelet said hers was lacking in taste too. My husband enjoyed his fluffy omelet and he loved his meal. I took a bite and thought it was fairly good, but since I'm not huge on Italian spice I would still say it was delicious. I know it's busy here, it's pretty apparent. Our waitress had little patience and was not friendly when we asked her for a coffee refill or even for salsa that they don't serve. It's our first visit, we don't know what you have to offer unless we ask. She was really annoyed and you can hear it in her tone and sense her attitude. I can go on about her making a scene about the one free coffee refill, but it's more irritating to recall the moment. So I'll just leave it at that and bad service does leave a bad taste in my memory.

    (3)

  • Ashley A.

    I love this place! I am a huge lover of pancakes and the buttermilk ones I get from here are always perfect one or half of one does it for me! I have gotten an Egg Om from here as well...VERY good. not soggy the eggs dont come out wet and it has just enough of every ingredient! Not to mention its HUGE. the staff herr is friendly too, our waitress was very courteous and came around not too much or too little. When Im home I always make a stop here, big reason why I have yet to try boots and kimos!

    (5)

  • John B.

    How can you resist a mumu-wearing woman who brings you breakfast piping-hot from the kitchen??? :-) I've eaten here about a dozen times over the last 4 years and have never been disappointed with the outcome. The omelets are some of the very best I've ever eaten, and I love their corned beef hash because it's made with real corned beef brisket that's been shredded and added to fresh potatoes. Service is attentive without nagging or hovering, and the prices are very reasonable for Honolulu. Definitely a better breakfast option than Eggs-n-Things.

    (5)

  • Eric L.

    DUUUUUUTTTCCCHHHH BABYYYYYYYYYYY yelp.com/biz_photos/3p1S… Yea it was that good. my first visit to any of the Original Pancake Houses anywhere. The Apple pancake looked pretty damn good as well, but didn't have time to wait for it.. I guess I'll be heading to one of the socal ones soon, just hoping they are consistent. We had a party of 5 on a Thursday morning and the wait was only about 5 minutes. Nice happy service that kindly explain to you their specials. I believe the Dutch Baby was about a 25 min wait and the Apple Pancake was 45? (not sure, but someone's review below probably notes the wait) and only opted for the Dutch Baby as we ordered other stuff. Everything else, omelettes, regular pancakes, eggs, hash browns were delicious. Parking entrance is in the back of the building on Hopaka, south of Kapiolani. We came down through the stairs facing Hopaka into a gated big brown fence area where the back door of the store was (we did not know this was it as the windows were tinted really dark). So we ended up walking around the building to get to the front of the store. As we were eating, we see people come through the back door where we first were -__- haha..

    (5)

  • Emma P.

    I should put out a disclaimer that I am a tad bit irrational in my love for this place. I should. But all I'll say as to that is that I haven't ventured into much of the menu because I hold fast to my tried and true pecan pancakes, and I'm a creature of habit. There's usually a wait (especially on the weekends!), but if you arrive up until 8am, you're generally safe from prowling the halls in hunger. And I won't make much comment on the decor of the place which, admittedly, is dark and decorated in the same vein as my grandma's kitchen, i.e. the 1970s are well and (stayin') alive. But I hardly ever ponder on the details too deeply because, well, I'm too busy digging into my pecan pancakes. I am in a serious love affair with the coconut syrup paired with it! I only wish that it didn't come in a dollhouse-sized server. I mean, I understand wanting to conserve something so precious, but the staff must fail to understand my desire to induce a sugar coma via syrup. I always look forward to my no frills breakfasts here. Fair prices and I can never finish my food in one sitting. My waitress usually has a take-out box in hand when she brings the check!

    (5)

  • Staci B.

    The ambience leaves a little to be desired, but the apple pancake is a sweet gooey sensation. And the 49er flapjacks (when crispy and well done) are to die for!

    (4)

  • Naomi P.

    If you are a Boots and Kimos fan, don't hate me (which will probably be 99% of you). BUT, I think that Dutch Pancake here kicks the Boots and Kimos pancakes with macademia sauce's ass. Yes, I said it :P Order the Dutch Pancake while you are waiting to be seated because it takes about 25 minutes to bake. It is divine. Fluffy on the outside, moist on the inside, and is delicious plain. However, it's more delicious with the accompanying lemon juice and powder sugar that comes on the side. This place is crowded on the weekends, so be ready for a wait. Minus one star because the other breakfast food is good, but just not 5 stars good.

    (4)

  • Joy Celeste P.

    Came here for the Dutch baby pancake, and nothing more. I strongly suggest you come here for it too. Here's the thing, I like the old look here, and the service isn't so bad. Yes this place gets really crowded, but I'm the type who calls first to find out if it's busy, so I suggest that for everyone else who wants to avoid being disappointed after looking for parking & sitting around waiting to be seated (while feeling starved). We still had to sign in & the wait was a little over 5 minutes. We were pointed to our table, was that proper etiquette? Probably not but if you're hungry you might not notice. I ordered the dutch baby (plain) & yes they'll tell you it takes 20-30 minutes for it to be ready. Here's the truth, Dutch baby usually takes a good 15 minutes to bake, so the wait time that the waitresses warn you it's a little more than when you expect it. I usually time it & it took 17 minutes for the Dutch baby to arrive. If you ordered something else besides this, in case your waitress didn't ask you, let them know if you'll like your other orders to come before or together with your Dutch baby. In my case with my fiancé we ordered other sides like hashbrown, corned beef hash & bacon which was served later too instead of before our 17 minute wait. The corned beef hash was burnt, bacon wasn't crispy & hashbrown was okay. The Dutch baby however was hot, yummy & just right. The custard in the middle is buttery, a little fluffy & condiments such as powdered sugar, lemon wedges & butter were also provided. I prefer the plain flavor as it is alone can be too rich! Service was okay, it was busy as always & food was served accordingly before the promised time. Cleanliness was a hit & miss, I did catch my table on the sticky side. There's always alot of tourists who come here hence the reason it can get crowded so easily. There is parking upstairs or at the back and yes they will validate your ticket for you.

    (3)

  • Mia L.

    8.20.10: Meh!! Waitress was rude. The food was bleh, the pankcakes were too fluffy for my taste. Or should I say I just don't like eating air? It's weird you have to try it for yourself. I really don't know what the rave was about at all. The hash browns my niece had was very soggy, but luckily I had a chance to taste my sisters corned beef hash. She had crispy one. Oh and to top it off the place was really cold. That was food, service and ambiance..What a no no.. I don't think I would come here again.

    (2)

  • Anita C.

    I love coming here for breakfast however there is always a line! So try and get there early and if you want the special pancakes, make sure you let them know when you put your name on the list so they can start making it right away and by the time you sit, it might just be ready. Portions are big - I usually have a doggie bag. I enjoy their corned beef hash but it seems like times are a little rough now so it's more potatoes that corned beef - not cool... Not a place to really socialize since it's always packed unless you are there on a weekday right when they open.

    (5)

  • Courtney S.

    This place definitely has a mom and pop feel to it. Like your sitting in your grandma's kitchen. My boyfriend and I wanted breakfast one morning, this restaurant is extremely close to our house so we thought we'd try it out. I ended up ordering the Pineapple Pancakes and a side of hash browns. I really enjoyed my order, it was very tasty and came with pineapple syrup. Though the portion size was huge, I could hardly eat half. My boyfriend ordered the Spinach Omelet with rice as his side. He wasn't to pleased with the omelet and thought it had the texture of paper. He was certain it was made with egg batter but the waitress assured him it was real egg, 3 to be exact. The rice was the best part of his meal, so he said. Our waitress was really nice but you only get little tiny glasses for a beverage. She only came back to fill our water once, and that was because my boyfriend said he would like more. Overall, I would give them 3 stars because it wasn't great but it wasn't awful. Portions are good size for the money. But like I said if you want that small town feel this place is perfect. We will probably give it another try but just stick to pancakes or crepes.

    (3)

  • Jo C.

    The banana pancakes were great - not too sweet but tasty enough that syrup is not needed and just the right amount of fluffiness without being dry. I'm not usually able to finish a whole stack of pancakes, but even the leftovers were delicious. The wait staff is so nice and welcoming, definitely gives the place a at-home feel. I also had the breakfast plate with eggs over easy and corned beef hash. I wouldn't recommend this - the eggs were under done, closer to raw (even less cooked than sunny side up), the texture of the hash was too mushy, corned beef was a bit too stringy, and there wasn't much flavor. The pancakes make up for this mediocre part of the meal. Parking in the garage is free with stamp from the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Jayson D.

    I'll admit up front, I'm a pancake snob. I like my pancakes thick, but also light and fluffy. Dense, clammy frisbees don't do it for me. So imagine my disappointment when I received from the Original PANCAKE House pancakes that fit my latter description. Add to that the fact that this place is so tiny that waits to get in would irritate even Methusalah, and you've got a place that I'd rather simply avoid. I'd hoped that when you have the word "pancake" in your name that at least these food items would shine. If you want them thin, dense, and boring, then order up. Otherwise, I would direct you to the pancakes at Big City Diner or MAC 24-7 (in Waikiki). At these places you'll get them thick, light, and fluffy--just like the ones you see on TV. Staff were harried, but not unfriendly. You can just really tell that they're really working hard to keep up with the long lines. It's tough to sit and enjoy your meal because you're always worried about hurrying up so you can create space for the next person. I don't like this for my first meal of the morning. The little dining room is decorated cutely, but this does little to offset your initial wait, your rushed meal, and your so-so food. I'm okay with no-frills breakfasts, but that's not how this place sells itself. Either ramp up the pancakes to justify your name, or slip backward into the more "fast foody" breakfast places (e.g., Koa Pancake House, Pancakes and Waffles) that don't promise more than they deliver. A hui hou!

    (2)

  • James H.

    Breakfast is my favorite meal! I'm sure it's most peoples favorite meal right? The Original Pancake House sets its self apart from the competition by offering that home made feeling from all their dishes. Pros - The food is good. Nothing special, you can't really make Bacon, Eggs and Rice that much better than somewhere else. Their pancakes are delicious and not to thick. Maple syrup is normal. Cons - Long Lines!! Too many tourist are going to this place which is good for the restaurant but bad for the locals that have to wait an hour to sit. Waitresses are awful. They don't acknowledge you until you call them over to order. It takes them forever to refill your drinks and if they make an mistake on your order, they somehow spin it as if it's your fault. Pretty expensive for breakfast. Would I come back? - Yes Would I recommend this place? Yes

    (2)

  • Florence K.

    I don't often make it in time to eat breakfast. I'm either up really early only because I have class, or I'm not up until 3 in the afternoon, especially when I sleep at 5 in the morning the night before. Luckily, this past weekend, the boyfriend and I were up early enough to catch breakfast. YES! We were up before 11, and most breakfast places are still open at this time...I think. You wouldn't believe that breakfast is actually my favorite meal of the day, if you knew that I don't really actually get to eat out for breakfast and just have to deal with my usual milk and cereal. The Original Pancake House was close and convenient to go to. They have free parking with validation in the structure so just drive up that ramp, and parking is plentiful. There was a bunch of people standing outside so we were dreading the wait, however, just as we walked in, the waitress/hostess said we could have a table immediately after the busser was done cleaning up the table. So after a minute wait, we were seated. The menu consists of your typical breakfast items. A page dedicated to omelettes, a page dedicated to pancakes. They have French toast and waffles as well, but the main things were the omelettes and pancakes. I really wanted meat and eggs, but I also wanted to try their pancakes, since they are called the Pancake House. I decided to go with their Junior Plate. It comes with two of their buttermilk pancakes, two strips of bacon or sausage, and an egg in your choice of style. Those pancakes were pretty bomb. It was light and fluffy, and melted in my mouth. So Yummy. The eggs (I got them scrambled) were so delicious too. So perfectly scrambled eggs. Ughh, I need to start waking up in time for breakfast the days I don't have class. I really want to try some of their other things...including the other styles of pancakes ESPECIALLY their Dutch baby or their 49er Flapjacks.

    (4)

  • A.J. F.

    This is place is absolutely wonderful if you love eating really shitty food and paying high prices for it. I am actually dumbfounded to why anybody comes here at all, and I am speaking from complete sincerity. The coffee is watered down, probably to cover up the shitty quality. We got an omelette and strawberry waffles... the eggs were all fluff, tasted like nothing, hash browns were the frozen kine, strawberries were the awful frozen kind as well. Terrible. All this for a hefty bill. If you're looking for good breakfast food, go somewhere else!!!

    (1)

  • Nicole R.

    There's always a line out the door on weekends for a table at this ever-popular spot - so be prepared for a wait! The decor is a total throwback to family-style restaurants of the 70s -- wood paneling on the walls, dark ceramic tile floors, wallpaper - you get the picture. And the service is great -- every muumuu-clad waitress I've ever had here has been incredibly friendly, fast and attentive. The omelets are delicious and come served with your choice of toast, hash browns or a short stack of pancakes...go for the pancakes!!! I usually go for the veggie or the potato omelet. I've also had their house special omelet which has a decidedly Italian taste - incredibly hearty, so make sure you come with an appetite. The portions here are absolutely ginormous, so you can always plan to bring home leftovers - seriously, I'm lucky to get through half my plate. Oh, and one of my favorite tips is to order a side of lingonberry butter to put on the pancakes. Trust me - it's deeelish! The one thing I really wish they would fix here is the coffee...without exception, I've always found it to taste strongly of chlorine, which is a huge disappointment.

    (4)

  • Hashim A.

    If you've dined at any Original Pancake House outside of Florida (the one's there have a little different menu), you know what you're getting. This one is no different. No matter what Original Pancake House I've dined at, the pancakes have the same distinct flavor and texture, that I know and love. You can find that here at this one as well. The coconut syrup was an added touch that I appreciate. Too bad they don't serve turkey sausage like the ones in Florida do. Only other drawback is it's a 10 minute drive from Waikiki, but if you have a car, you should make the trip at least once (or twice).

    (4)

  • Kathy C.

    Buckwheat pancakes are superb! The only downfall was no fresh berries. They had frozen blueberries and papaya for fruit. Tea was Lipton mint. not the best, but did the job. Service was GREAT. Really nice waitresses and prompt service. Atmosphere is a bit dingy and dark, but totally fine really. There is an outdoor patio (no view).

    (4)

  • Compassionate R.

    I love pancake house! Have to go early in the morning . They really have good prices verses Likelike Druve in. For pancakes eggs and bacon $6.50. Likelike pancakes $7.95 and side order bacon $4.95. Craving for oatmeal this morning.

    (5)

  • Cody Z.

    Ate breakfast about 2 weeks ago. Had the basic scrambled eggs, bacon, hashed browns, white toast, Pepsi. Decent, well prepared, if unspectacular food. Only 10 bucks Disappointed the hash browns are those pre-prepared ones you buy in the frozen food section of the store. Definately not freshly made. But they were edible Portions were okay I left happy Must try the pancakes next time, and see if this place lives up to its' name.

    (3)

  • Jaynie K.

    I've seen stories about The Original Pancake House on the Travel Channel and Food Network. The gorgeous shots of delicious pancakes flipping on the grill, big beautiful Dutch Baby pancakes being pulled out of the oven, and the mouthwatering omelets... Today, I went to The Original Pancake House for the first time, and it was everything I hoped it would be. A small cozy interior, dimmed lighting, and yummy smells wafting from the kitchen. The servers were busy, but warm and welcoming. Once I looked at the menu, I was instantly taken by the idea of a "Potato Omelet"... fluffy light egg omelet hugging a soft tasty core of seasoned potatoes, crispy salty bacon pieces, and chopped green onion. All of it was smothered in a rich sour cream sauce that was just heaven!!! And the accompanying stack of three pancakes... light, buttery, and melt in your mouth delicious! The pancakes were a little bit savory, for lack of a better word, and that combined with the sweet syrup=ZOMG.

    (4)

  • Craig I.

    Always super crowded so make sure to get there early. Can't go wrong with breakfast here. Haven't had a bad meal ever. Servers are always friendly.

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    Went to the pancake house at 11:00 and there was a line, but our wait (2 people) was only 15 minutes. And they were true to their word. I was really craving eggs, not pancakes, but I ordered portuguese sausage, eggs, and pancakes. The staff was attentive and the food was made quickly. Overall, the pancakes weren't my favorite a little heavy for my taste, but when I added the regular syrup it was better. Next time I will have to try and "special syrup."

    (3)

  • Aline T.

    LOCATION: We all drive along Kapiolani, and you've probably seen the tall, dark building that houses this lil place. Just keep a lookout on the right side. It's housed along with Shabu Shabu, Dream Vision Eyewear and some spanky clothes places. PARKING: Parking is in the back. Look for it when you go around the building. You'll have to pay and I can't remember if OPH validates. I do remember it was below $5 because any higher, and I'd be angry enough to remember. SERVICE: Nice old ladies that take your order. Organization is a bit scattered, but no harm, no harm. Occasionally a guy pushing a cart will come to collect dishes. The interior reminds me of the old Columbia Inn on Waialae. FOOD: Hash was good. It's not that glop that comes out of a can and tastes of just salt. I want to say it's almost like homemade. I'd like a plate topped with hash, hash and more hash. Belgian waffle with strawberries was soggy because they use thawed frozen strawberries. I'd prefer fresh. PRICE: It's about $9 for most plate items here, rounded up. Not cheap. OVERALL: Not bad. Probably somewhere I'd eat once a year.

    (3)

  • Patricia P.

    Old and dingy on the inside...It would be kind to call it a homey feel or 70s charm. The food was OK and the corned beef has was homemade, which was nice. But I just had way better food, service and overall experience at Liliha Bakery. Oh, those hot cakes!! They torture me in my dreams! If time travel was possible I'd trade my visit to The Original Pancake House with an extra one at Liliha. But since I can't turn back time, I'll just issue this hint for you other savvy Yelpers! 'A'ole pilikia! ;)

    (2)

  • Natalie J.

    What happened to them?!?!? I have been going here for years, and this last visit was kind of shocking! On the service side: We waited for a bit for a table, which is normal, that place is crack-a-lackin'. The surprising part was when they seated a gentleman that came in AFTER us at a 4-top, when we had 3 people and were in approx 8 minutes earlier (I normally look at my watch when we check in because I want to know how long we've been waiting) AND we checked in with the server at the register. However, the 'Aunties" are still as sweet as ever. . . until you complain about something. On the food side: Ordered a cheese omelet, side order bacon, with pancakes. The omelet was as good as ever. The pancakes were like . . . WTH? I didn't notice the smell. I just buttered it and put syrup on it. It tasted so weird. The best way to describe was that the initial taste was that of Kikkoman soy sauce. And for those of you soy sauce lovers, you know that Kikkoman is a VERY distinct flavor. At first I thought maybe someone had put soy sauce in the syrup. So, I let the waitress know and she kindly took the plate and said they'd get a new one. Another waitress came by and said rudely "So you have a new pancake order coming or something?" I just said yes. They brought the new pancakes, and I noticed the smell right off. It even SMELLED like Kikkoman soy sauce. I had my mother taste it, and she agreed that it tasted odd. I had more of it to see if I could place the taste? IDK Buttermilk? I make buttermilk pancakes at home and they do NOT taste like that? It seemed like it was either overloaded with buttermilk, or had maybe even gone bad. It was very smelly, and tasted funny. We decided not to eat it or cause a scene. We left it on the table, paid for it and left. Normally we have such great experiences here. This sincerely was my first time with this. The pancakes were so bad that I almost wanted to tell the neighboring table "Don't do it!" when I heard him place his order for pancakes. I am uncertain if I just got a bad batch, or if I was the only one to complain about the taste and smell. I may not be a chef but I know well enough to know when something is odd, and a Kikkoman smelling and tasting pancake is a little beyond odd. This has not deterred me from coming back here, but I hope next time I can write a better review about their pancakes.

    (2)

  • Mike G.

    Parking is a but tricky so you have to go to the back side of the building. Once I walked in it felt like I traveled back in time. This place needs an upgrade. It's very dark and the furniture is old. I ordered the Portuguese omelette which comes with rice or pancakes. I'm a pancake lover so this was easy for me. The omelette looked liked it was baked and the pancakes weren't anything to really rave about. My sausage was a bit over cooked as well, making this visit an unpleasant one. The prices are reasonable, if the product was better. Kind of hard to mess up breakfast in my mind, but this place did it for me. Needless to say, I will not be back.

    (2)

  • Stephanie O.

    Banana Pancakes with coconut syrup. Need I even write more? I came here every layover after I discovered this place down the street from the Ala Moana hotel. It can get busy so be ready to wait at times, but it's worth it. The staff are super friendly and the ambiance homey. I tried to stray from the banana pancakes, but they were so good I couldn't. Other friends that came with me liked the omelets and the guava juice is super good too. Go, and get the banana pancakes with coconut syrup and thank me later.

    (5)

  • Jonathan F.

    My favorite breakfast place in Honolulu. I tend to go for the eggs and bacon with pancakes - the quality of the food is excellent, you can tell they use high quality fresh ingredients. If you like water, you will need to ask for it. There can also be long lines so it may be a good idea to call ahead to ask how long the wait is.

    (5)

  • David J.

    Came here with a group as a post Great Aloha Run recovery meal. The line was super long and it seemed like a lot of other runners had the same idea by coming here. We had a group of about eight so we had to wait about 45 mins to get in which was not a big deal. If all these people are waiting to go in, it must be worth the wait right? First off, I'm not a huge fan of pancakes so I didn't even bother getting it. I ended up getting the Portuguese Sausage omelette and it was basically the omelette and a side of hash browns. I hate to say it but I wasn't too impressed with the omelette. Both the eggs and the sausage was on the dry side and I couldn't even finish it. It might have been a little better if I had asked for the cheese to be added. I I've had better omelettes at Zippy's (when they cook their eggs right.) Maybe it's the pancakes that are really good and keep the people coming? The price was right around $10 for a dish. Service on the other hand was excellent. The lady was very optimistic, accommodating, and full of jokes. At any rate, I have to give a two-star because the food was so-so and I wouldn't want to wait 30 mins + to eat so-so food.

    (2)

  • Brian G.

    Killer breakfast! We scarfed the sweet bread french toast (that's right sweet bread how has no one else thought of this WOWOWOW) and hawaiian pancakes with pineapple and "tropical" syrup. Nice big servings - we were pleasantly stuffed and took some pancakes away for our road trip. Perfect divey atmosphere. Dark, lots of wood accents. They had great holiday decos up for x-mas. We went the day before turkey day, and it was a great experience. Friendly and attentive staff. A great choice for breakfast/brunch. Located in an office building on Kapiolani, make sure to go around to the back, park in the structure and get your ticket validated.

    (4)

  • Jin Hee K.

    This is a great breakfast restaurant! I've been coming here for years, but i never had their Dutch baby....until last week. Mmmm!! Ono!!! Yummers!!! Why did it take me so long to try this? I guess the fact that it takes 20-25 min to get was one reason. The trick is to order it as soon as you walk in. It's perfect to share because it's big.

    (5)

  • Troy M.

    Popular breakfast place for locals. My wife loves this place, me not so much. Food is good here. But if your going here on weekends be prepared to wait a while. To better enjoy this place go on weekday when its not so crazy. I Omelette are awesome. The Apple Pancake is a must try. Note it takes 40 mins to make. If you waiting for a table you can pre order this. Its more of a dessert dish than a meal. Service is average and i find the bus boys more friendly the the waitresses. The coffee cups are tiny and need refilling but the waitress is usually swamped so you have to wait.

    (3)

  • Jeff T.

    49er flap jacks are good and like a crepe. The Dutch oven thing is good and also kinda crepey to me. The link sausage was tasty and crispy on the outside. Better than Koa Pancake House.

    (4)

  • Shandis C.

    Being that we are going from a family of 3 to a family 4 any day now, my husband and I decided that we would make the most of our weekend, spending as much quality time with our 2 year old before her life is turned upside down with the introduction of a new baby to our family. Being that my daughter LOVES pancakes and eating at restaurants (yes people, she is a future yelper so be on the look out!), we decided to start off our day with breakfast at The Original Pancake House. We ended up here because our day "started" at 10:30, and we were looking for a place that served breakfast past 10:30. Original Pancake House it was! I found it on Yelp of course, and it had great reviews so I knew we couldn't go wrong! This was one of the best breakfasts we've had in a long time. There is nothing that can beat a good ol' "homecooked", old fashioned hearty breakfast! I am a lover of corned beef hash patties, and so far every breakfast place that I've been to, I've been satisfied, but nothing has really "hit the spot". Well OPH has done it...one bite into my corned beef hash patty and I was "mmmm-ing" through every other bite there after. It was perfectly crispy without being overly greasy, the corn beef was fresh and the potatoes were nice and mashed (the way I prefer it) compared to chunky bits. The scrambled eggs were nice and fluffy. My husband ordered pancakes and bacon, and I loved his bacon as well! Thick but still crispy and surprisingly "not" greasy, as far as bacon can "not" be greasy. I think they gave about 4 or 5 pieces too. Ironically, the pancakes were the thing I liked least at first, since they were much more on the heavy side, while I like my pancakes fluffy, but the more I tasted, I realized that it had a really good taste to it, buttery and even a hint of salt to it giving it a nice sweet and salty taste. The more I ate it, the more I liked it. My daughter at a WHOLE plate of pancakes, rice and scrambled eggs, and she almost never finishes a whole plate of food. I'm usually big on ambiance, and while this place doesn't have the most up to date ambiance, there's something about it that is very cozy, homey and comfortable. And the waitresses were like all like "Aunties" serving us breakfast in their own home. We left OPH feeling like we had the perfect morning, and it really quite was. Once life settles down after having a new born, I know that our family will be coming back often. In fact, one of my best friends' family comes here almost every Sunday morning for breakfast, and now I know why! We might just have to make OPH one of our family's weekend traditions too!

    (5)

  • Glenn L.

    Back again for maybe the fifth time - this place is pretty good and in an unexpected location in an office building. Parking is around back (the upper lot is a bit cheaper than the ground floor lot). Get a validation stamp at the cashier. The staff handled our table of 11 just fine. Bacon pancakes were a hit but the 5 pancake order could not be finished! Omelettes use blended eggs and I think the omelettes are baked - so expect a super fluffy omelette. I wish they had the potato pancakes like at other OPHs but other than that, it is a good place to have breakfast. Expect a low key old style coffee shop feel without a counter.

    (3)

  • Antonia G.

    We came here for breakfast after a strenuous hike up to Diamond Head. The wait was about 20 minutes and the place was packed! You have to sign in at the hostess stand there really isn't anyone just hanging out there. The place is old and kind of dingy but obviously super popular. There are a couple of Original Pancake House locations in Orange County but none this busy! Our waitress was super slow, in fact the people who sat next to us who had been seated before us were pissed when our food came out first. I had a potato bacon omelet and Brian had a spinach omelet. I had pancakes on the side which were good and fluffy. The sauce on my omelet was so good and I have no idea what it was but I could have licked my plate. Brian got hash browns with his omelet and he was sorely disappointed. The hash browns were those kind that you can buy in the freezer section at the store that are already formed into an oblong type patty. Needless to say they were not good.

    (4)

  • Catherine K.

    Everything delicious. Tried blueberry pancakes, mushroom omelette, bacon spinach omelette! Big portions will be so full. Juice is very small even size large. Friendly staff and though line is long it is a quick turnover so wait is not long!

    (5)

  • Vincent K.

    Parking is a bit challenging when the lot is full, but I can usually find street parking along some of the side streets. I go here about once a month with out of town friends etc. it's a great local spot, there's always a line, but it usually moves fast - expect to wait 10-15 min. The food is good! not great, but good, and quality is definitely consistent, which borders on my definition of comfort food. It's definitely NOT Denny's but hey.... it's the Original Pancake House!!! Try the Mac-Nut Pancakes.... also I think this is the ONLY spot on the island that has Lingonberry for my Swedish mates.

    (4)

  • Katrice K.

    I have been coming to this location since I was maybe like 5, so to say I have fond memories here may be a slightly understating how much a I love this place. I have tried going to the other breakfast joints but somehow this place (particularly this location) is still something I look forward to every single time. I have to say that even though I have been going here for so long I only actually eat a few things off the menu and it's what makes me happy so why not stick with the tried and true. I absolutely love the potato omelet which the rich cream sauce. It is much better to split the omelet because a whole one will probably kill your cholesterol and calories count for the day. I love the blueberry pancakes with the whole blueberries but miss the delicious blueberry compote that used to come with it. My mom loves the tropical dressing that you can request from them, but I'm mainly a strict maple syrup kind of girl. The pigs in the blanket is also extremely delicious. Several of the waitresses have been there for over 20 years at least as I still remember them from when I was little. They are quick and efficient but always serve with a smile.

    (5)

  • Derek K.

    Maybe I ate the wrong thing at the Original Pancake House, or maybe it's because I ate there for lunch, but I didn't appreciate it as much as some of my fellow yelpers. As I mentioned, I came here for lunch with a couple co-workers. The fact that they are open for lunch, and I can eat breakfast food for lunch gets them 3 stars (yes, this review originally started out at 2 stars). Breakfast food never goes out of style and I was very excited to be eating it in the middle of the day. I ordered the portugese sausage omelette with hash browns. First off, the omelette was WAY to fluffy and it lacked filling. As a result, there was very little taste in the omelette and the texture was kind of dry and rubbery. The chunks of sausage were good, but didn't add enough taste to the omelette. Next, the hash browns were actually pretty good. I enjoyed how they were those frozen patty type of hash browns...similar to the McDonald hash browns. I did get to try the regular pancakes, but again I wasn't too impressed with the quality or taste. While the pancakes were very fluffy and light, nothing differentiated them from anything that could be made at home. Like I said, maybe I ordered the wrong thing. When I go to a breakfast place, I always shy away from ordering pancake/french toast dishes because I don't want to eat only that. Maybe next time I'll give the pancakes a chance since that's what they are known for. I was disappointed with this place, so I'm not sure that I'd recommend it. I can think of other places, where I could get a better breakfast. Good thing there's always ketchup to save the day...

    (3)

  • Ashley L.

    Service was nice, but food was just okay, not really worth the wait.

    (2)

  • Kanoe K.

    So the theme of late has been brunches ... which is more than perfect for me since I LOVE breakfast food!! This time I brunched at one of my childhood favorites! It's been so long that I've been here that I worried it might have changed, or the food wasn't actually as good as I remember. I'm happy to report that my concerns were unfounded! Every time I've come here I always ordered and omelet and this time was no exception! I went for the Ham-mmmm omelet w/ cheese and I chose the buttermilk pancakes as my side. This is why I love this place ... you get a short stack (3 pancakes) as a side option!! Other side options are toast or hash browns. Another fact to love is the portion size ... the omelets are HUGE!! Good thing I went hungry because otherwise I don't think I would have been ready for the amount of food I had!! Since it was a themed day, there was also a theme of people ordering omelets. My friends and former grad school classmates ordered the spinach omelet and the potato omelet. In addition there were crepes and another person ordered the corn beef hash w/ hash browns. Everyone seemed more than satisfied with their choices as more than half of the plates were completely empty by the end of the meal and those who still had food took it home as leftovers! FINAL VERDICT: Still as good as it ever was. This place just brings back good memories and good times ... so I'm happy it can still be a fave!!

    (5)

  • Mojos G.

    I've been to these before and this one was very disappointing. Terrible ambiance. The omelette was only OK. I had the broccoli & cheese version. The saving grace were the banana pancakes. However, they come LOADED with a giant bowl size mound of butter. Just a warning for your arteries...

    (2)

  • Adam L.

    They make the bestest pancakes! This is one of my favorite breakfast restaurants. Lots of parking along with great food and services.

    (4)

  • Peter C.

    My wife and I showed up about lunch time, and when we entered, I saw that there was an outdoor courtyard with tables and chairs out back. But, the chairs were all stacked up, so we had to settle for the ice-cold air-conditioned interior. I ordered the Portuguese omlette, along with the buttermilk pancakes, and at $9.99, I was really hoping that I wouldn't be disappointed. I wasn't! Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to find out just where the Portuguese sausage came from - the menu mentioned that it came from Kalihi. So, I'll just have to come back some time and order the same thing again, because it was simply AWESOME! It wasn't your typical, cheap Portuguese sausage - hearty and tasty. The eggs, as has been mentioned in previous reviews, were nice and fluffy. I hadn't paid attention to the menu and was surprised to discover that the omlette didn't come with cheese, so I had to ask for some (but, I got two slices of American cheese, whereas I was expecting a small bowl of shredded Cheddar). As if it couldn't get any better, I think I may just have had the BEST PANCAKES in my entire life! I ate mine with a good slathering of butter and a little bit of syrup, but I was pleasantly surprised with the taste of the pancakes themselves! I had not tasted anything like them in my life! The taste reminded me of Leonard's malasadas, with a little more butter and a touch of maple. The service was pleasant but not "Auntie" grade, as has been mentioned in other reviews. The coffee was good; I had several cups - partly because it was good and partly because it was so cold in there. The ambiance was a little dark and the decor was felt somewhat old and just short of "vintage". Overall, I enjoyed the experience and am looking forward to enjoying myself a good hearty breakfast at Original Pancake House!

    (4)

  • Shay F.

    My BF and I visit here every once in a while. Especially because it's walking distance from where we live. I like their Forty-Niners and their Dutch pancakes the best. Their omelets are fluffy...I have no idea how they make it like that. Service is good. They suggest the cheapest route to get the same meal. LoL. Like if you wanted to get your meal with rice and a side bacon, they'd tell you no no no, get it with bacon and then side rice. I found that funny.... You might want to either call, place your order and pick up. Or go on off times like really early in the morning, or more around lunch time.

    (4)

  • Lia W.

    Great! I'm a fan, but I would suggest adding a Japanese language menu and a few servers that speak Japanese. The place was loaded with tourists and I watched a bunch of them struggle through ordering.

    (3)

  • Tammy T.

    Mmm I fell in love with Sunday morning breakfast because of this place! My Coffee, good company, the newspaper, fluffy eggs. *sigh* Who could ask for anything else? We got (picture): Veggie Omelette(always a fav) Spinach and Cheese (kinda plain) Portuguese sausage omelette The wait is 15-20 minutes. The service is good. The one on dillingham is better. The fluffy eggs are where it's at. But I always seem to have the luck of getting something crunchy in it (egg shell?) Never liked their square hash browns (the frozen kind) The busboys look like gangsters. ha ha ! they have sleeves (tattoos). Not hating I think it's cute. Portions are big. Orange juice is outrageous for the price.

    (5)

  • Leilani F.

    My best friend and i go here a lot just to have girl time. And since both of us are from the big island, we try to find good breakfast places that could be comparable to Kens House of Pancakes. Zippys is pretty good, but it gets old fast. The Original Pancake House is a nice hidden place to eat :) The fast service, friendly waitresses, and large portions of food served are what keeps my friend and I coming back for more. Im typically a belgian waffle fanatic and love theirs with coffee. My friend is an egg-rice-bacon breakfast lover and agrees that Original Pancake Houses is great. Well be regulars soon enough!

    (5)

  • Ron L.

    The food here is quite good. The coconut pancakes with coconut syrup was really delicious. The coffee was good, and they know how to cook eggs well there. The people are nice. and service is decent . The only reason I'm giving it three stars (and not the 4 it should have gotten) is the atmosphere. When we went there, I felt it was like descending into a dark chilly cave. The windows are tinted to keep out the sun and the air conditioners were cranked up. At that time in the morning, I would have preferred to eat outside, but their outside seating I saw wasn't available at the time. Their bathroom is located outside the restaurant down the hall. Their keys have a little bucket attached to them. When I asked one dude where the restrooms where, he pointed at the bucket, then laughed and directed me down the hall. That was pretty funny. :)

    (3)

  • Jhoren C.

    Fave nearest spot in town to hit up when I'm in the mood for some Chocolate Chip pancakes mmmm so good! But be prepared for a 30min wait esp on the weekends because it gets packed but worth the wait! Portions are huge and service is quick and the prices are fairly cheap for a hearty breakfast ---I'm not much of a breakfast eater but when I'm in the mood for some pancakes I like to come here.

    (5)

  • Kaliko L.

    Great food, Great service. Always good here

    (4)

  • Monique T.

    Yum, Yum, Yum! Man this place is hopping!! Heck a busy but, the food is good and the service is good! However, you may not get the undivided attention of your waitress because she seems like she has a lot of tables but, she does check in on you!! THAT IS A GOOD THING FOLKS!! I tried the "island" or "fruit" syrup for my yummy buckwheat pancakes!! The food is really good!! A great place to start the morning before a busy day of shopping!!

    (4)

  • Robin W.

    I love pancakes, and these are done just right...not undercooked or too soft. I just wish the syrup didn't taste like Aunt Jemima or Log Cabin. The omelets are really good, and have an interesting (but good) fluffiness to them. I had the spinach/bacon/cheese omelet and it was great! Good combination of ingredients. The veggie omelet is good too. I recommend the breakfast over the lunch items, especially since there doesn't seem to be enough meat on the sandwiches. Once I ordered a French Dip, but they didn't give me au jus! And I thought there should have been twice as much meat on the bread! If you think you are eating healthy by geting a lunch with a side of veggies, you many be disappointed by the frozen mixed corn/pea/bean/carrot blend that is at most lukewarm. This is a good place for a big yummy and inexpensive breakfast. And they have validated parking!

    (4)

  • cmonk e.

    I went on a weekday to The Original Pancake House so there wasn't a wait like how I hear the weekends are. The place was pretty crowded for a weekday and there only seemed to be one waitress and 2 food runners? (if that's what they were). The waitress was very friendly, and very on top of her game. She always had waters and coffees filled, and serviced the tables around us quickly upon them being seated. As for the food, I had the sweet bread french toast with some bacon. Nothing spectacular.. the french toast was a bit too egg-y for my liking but it wasn't horrible. The coffee isn't the best either...I would definitely go back to this place, however, to eat their CORN BEEF HASH! Can you say YUMO! I was originally torn between the hash or french toast so my bf decided to order a side of the corn beef hash....man was this delicious! It was actual corn beef not that can stuff that most places serve. Plus, if you ge tthe corn beef hash as your meal you also have a choice to get pancakes as a side! looking forward to my next visit there :)

    (4)

  • Michael K.

    This place rocks! Ol' school restaurant without the corporate bullshit! Great service, great food and will definetly go back!

    (5)

  • Murray B.

    When I'm craving a big breakfast but am too lazy to make it myself, this is where I like to go. I have ordered a wide variety of things (blueberry pancakes, corned beef hash, the potato omelette, the mushroom omelette) and everything was delicious! The waitresses are friendly yet efficient. One in particular spoiled me rotten by hooking me up with boysenberry syrup for my pancakes when I didn't even ask for it. She's way cool. Speaking of cool, Varun V. is right. They crank the a/c here, therefore a sweatshirt is advised if you get cold easily. If you can, go on weekdays to avoid the crowds.

    (4)

  • Kat P.

    Went here for breakfast, had not been here for years. Lots of tourist, maybe on the brochures or something. I had the pancakes, sausage links and sunny side egg. It was just right, otherwise have to walk home. The waitress all wear muumuus, something I had not seen for over a decade, nice old fashion ambience. Only thing is it is quite dark there compared to Boots and Kimo in Kailua. The pancakes were hot and freshly made, tasted sooooo good, ahhh! Parking is in the garage, rather tight fit. Waited about 5 minutes for a table, not bad considering other places. Yum! Will definitely return!

    (4)

  • Olivia D.

    I took a friend here for a late breakfast last Sunday morning, and he was instantly and irrevocably hooked. It was a little scary, because his reverence for this place seemed to border on worship. I thought, "oh that's nice; I'm glad he likes it" and tried to go on with my business, but the next day, guess who called me excitedly asking if I wanted to go eat breakfast at the Original Pancake House again? We have now eaten there three times in less than two weeks and the extremely friendly waitress now recognizes us and kind of knows what we will order. This place is PACKED on the weekends. Prepare to wait for a table if you are a late riser, but the wait will be worth it when your food arrives. They have the lightest, fluffliest, tastiest omelettes. I think I've eaten every one, but the last three times, I've been stuck on the potato and bacon one, spinkled with green onions and covered in an addictive sour cream sauce. The omelettes come with either three pancakes (you can upgrade to flavored ones), hash browns (this is the frozen kind--skip it; you can get them at McDonalds), or rice. Definitely order an omelette. The pancakes, of course, are excellent. Their specialties are the Dutch Babies, German style pancakes served with lemon, applesauce, and powdered sugar, and their special Apple Pancakes, which take 45 minutes to make. We had their apple pancake yesterday and it was very decadent. It is a gigantic, poufy baked pancake with tart apple slices and nice, crisp, browned edges. The batter is rich, thick, eggy, sweet, and full of cinnamon and spice. It is really more like a dessert. All their pancakes can come with specially flavored syrups, too, if you ask. I always get a side of rice and either bacon or Portuguese sausage with my meal. I like the Portuguese sausage they use, and their bacon is that good, thick-sliced restaurant-quality bacon you can't get in a store. I tried their crepes a few times, and I don't care for them. I lived in Paris, where I ate crepes every single day, and I got used to them being thin, delicate, and lightly crisp on the edges. These crepes are really thick and soggy, and I didn't care too much for the flavor. If you want crepes, go to Eggs & Things. We had a young, local waitress the last two times we were there, and she is my favorite. No matter how busy she is, she is so friendly and welcoming and extremely pleasant to talk to. She has consistently been this way for years. It is rare to meet such a gracious person, and that makes the experience at the Original Pancake House all the better.

    (5)

  • Chris R.

    Can't get any better than this. The first time we tried Original Pancake House was in Anaheim and we quickly felt in love. When I found there is an Original Pancake House in Oahu, I told my husband we're going there. There are two locations in Oahu, but we opt for this location because they were open on Mother's Day and just happened to be my daughter's 5th birthday. We had a great breakfast on my daughter's 5th birthday here. The ladies who works there were so nice and friendly. I felt as if we're long lost relatives. They gave us the true Aloha spirit. I didn't think anything of it when my 5 year old told our waitress it's her birthday. Any 5 year old would be excited to tell the whole world that it's her birthday and turning the big 5. Towards the end of our meal, the entire staff came out and sang Happy Birthday Hawaiian style to my birthday girl. They also gave her a plate of crepe with a lited candle. Mahalo for the wonderful memories, not only for my birthday girl, but a very happy mama.

    (5)

  • Lisa A.

    A tried and true breakfast joint. Kinda like a highway diner stuck in the middle of Honolulu. The place has dated decor (which the food wouldn't taste the same without it), friendly waitresses (that have worked there for YEARS), and a comforting hearty breakfast menu. Things not to be missed: Corned beef hash (order early they usually run out), The hot chocolate (equal amounts of whipped cream to cup ratio), chocolate chip pancakes are fluffy and delicious, and most of the omelets are quite tasty. BUT be prepared to wait. a long time..... a very long time. Sometimes upwards of an hour for a table for 2-3. And you are not encouraged to enjoy the last dregs of your coffee because there is a crowd waiting in line behind you. As long as you are forewarned and want a good meal don't rush it. Enjoy =)

    (4)

  • R C.

    Been here way too many times, never had a bad experience , EVER. The servings are always fulfilling ,especially for me since I eat too much than I should. This is "the" local brunch spot in town! hands down! I have seen politicians, neighbors, old friends, coworkers and even exes here on several occasions. This place has a history written all over it's walls, seriously. I love their breakfast pig in the blankets, loco moco, varieties of omelettes, french toast, and loads and loads of pancakes. Ho- get choke food! Broke da mouth kine too. The dutch apple pancake takes a while other than that everything is great and on time. The guys -who are bussers and coffee fillers are very nice and attentive. The ladies who have been there for ever and ever , are always on time! even though it's extremely busy at times. Like I always say GOOD FOOD TAKES TIME! this one always has a line -especially, on weekends! You have been Warned! Great- old school-mom/pops back in the days -feel! and plenty goooood foood! GREAT service to aunties and the guys with tattoos!!! MAHALOS for always making me happy.

    (4)

  • Alexandria G.

    Upon entering this "establishment" I immediately feel dirty. The restaurant's decor scheme is "grandma's house that hasn't seen a cleaning product since the Kennedy administration." My heart bleeds for the servers who look like they've raided the Duggar girls' closets in their hideous, god-awful floral and gingham print matching blouses and long skirt ensembles. So why do I willingly put myself through the torture of coming to this restaurant? Three words: DUTCH BABY PANCAKE This pancake is unbelievable and I've never tasted anything like it. It has an undescribable consistency and is incredibly soft, moist, and literally melts in your mouth. Once you order it the servers bring you a little tray filled with butter, powdered sugar, and lemon slices. I didn't at first, but I urge you to use all 3 on your pancake. It adds such a great taste and really enhances the flavor. It does take a while to cook but take a tip from a pro- when you go to put your name on the waiting list, tell them you're gonna order a Dutch Baby. This way the hostess can relay the message to the kitchen so they can start cooking it while you're still waiting. Within 5 minutes of being sat at your table your Dutch Baby will be delivered.

    (4)

  • Erica C.

    The Original Pancake House is so original that they haven't changed their uniforms, decorations, servers or cutlery since inception probably. They do serve up a mean plate of spam and eggs though. The spam was crispy and the eggs were a perfect sunny-side up. However, my hash browns (which looked similar in shape to a McDonald's hash brown patty (ie. frozen)) must have been dunked in the Original Pancake House oil because it tasted horrible. Blech.

    (3)

  • Esther L.

    This place was good, I liked the fact that there was a lot of local eating here. The only downer was that they didn't take any names down when ppl were waiting. But we didn't have to wait long! The Pancakes were amazing!!!!!

    (4)

  • Alex T.

    Back again... "Eggs sooo fluffy!!!". (saying it like the little girl in Despicable Me..) Portuguese Sausage Omlette... Nom nom nom!!! We liked this place soo much we went 2 days in a row... WOW!!

    (5)

  • Miss Rza M.

    We enjoyed our experiences here and came back multiple times throughout our vacation for breakfast. On the first visit, we were curious about a "Dutch Baby". After many inappropriate jokes, we ordered it. We were told it would take 20 minutes which was no problem. A tip is that you can order your other food and eat that while you wait. My hubby and I split an potato omelet. That darn omelet was so delicious! It came with this sour cream sauce on the top, and which really made it awesome. When our dutch baby arrived (looking more like a deep dish pancake than a baby), we were shocked at how much food it was! Think of like a 10" size pizza but 4 inches thick of carb goodness! I was pretty skeptical about putting lemon, butter, and powdered sugar, but strangely it all worked marvelous together. Be prepared that service is painfully slow. Both trips, it took someone at least 7-10 minutes to even come and take our order. Another time we went, we ordered the apple version of the Dutch Baby. It was even thicker (probably 5-6") and stuffed with baked apples. The only bad thing about this thing, is that as soon as you cut it, a stick full of butter came gushing out. My hubby and I barely finished half of it together it was that heavy and rich. I won't be ordering that again, because the amount of butter streaming along the plate was truly off putting. And...I found out there is one in Austin! Let's hear it for Dutch Baby Sundays!

    (4)

  • Cintamani A.

    I enjoy the decor and setting since it reminds me of Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas. The decor is a tacky American vision of Bavaria in a murky location that feels vaguely drug den-ish. Having breakfast in such a setting is just way too funny. The costumes the poor elderly waitresses have to wear are a bit off putting. All in all it's solid breakfast food though a little over priced for the quality. Just wish they had longer business hours since I enjoy breakfast food after 2pm.

    (3)

  • Michelle L.

    We came here for Mother's Day, very long wait. Ended up sitting outside in the back. Had to dodge pigeons through the whole meal. I don't mind having to wait and I could tolerate the birds IF the food was worth it - but it was not.

    (2)

  • Kelly M.

    Yea, it's a mainland chain. A bit better than IHOP though since they have customized the menu to the islands. (They don't serve Portuguese omelettes in Denver!)

    (4)

  • Varun V.

    THIS PLACE IS BLOODY FREEZING - bring a sweater - you'll thank me later. Other than that, i really liked it. The waitresses are super duper friendly to the point where i puked in my mouth a little. Food is pretty bloody good. Order 45 minutes in advance apparently if you want the awesome apple-melt pancake (which is large enough to feed a small elephant - or 3 adults)

    (4)

  • Oly C.

    Great place for brunch/breakfast although it can get pretty busy. Waitress and help are very nice and food is reasonably priced. My favorite is the pancakes--buttery homemade goodness.

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    The food is ono as always. I love their potato omlette with the short stack of pancakes. Very cheap & very filling! The service is always quick & nice.

    (4)

  • Hue M.

    Hmmm... i'm indifferent on this one. not sure what to think. i came with 6 people, i pretty much tried everything from everyone. everything was just ok. nothing really stood out. well , maybe except the corned beef hash that tasted nothing like corned beef hash. i would know, since i've had it many many times in my life and made some myself. the service was odd. it wasn't good. but i wasn't terrible either. their specialty pancakes are just ok. their omelettes are huge though. very good portion! the decor is boring and the lighting is odd. the prices are about average.

    (3)

  • Olivia M.

    Good place for breakfast. Their pancakes are pretty good and prices are good. Downside is that they are always busy. Lots of tourists tend to go here. Plan on waiting at least 15 minutes if you come.

    (3)

  • Jennifer D.

    If you insist on torturing yourself with the long 1 hour wait, then eat here on any given Sunday. There is free parking and big portions, but you might starve before you are ever seated.

    (4)

  • Meep M.

    For a solely breakfast joint to have overcooked rubbery eggs is inexcusable. Not only that, but the furniture is ratty (our table was not level, which y'all know can be annoying) and service is slooooow. Only good thing about this place was our server was very pleasant and courteous. Save your money and go somewhere else that can at least make a decent omelet.

    (2)

  • Donna L.

    Original Pancake House used to be my favorite go-to spot for breakfast. I haven't been back in a long while partly because I couldn't get anyone to go with me and also I couldn't quite remember if I still liked it or not. Anyway yesterday bf and I went during lunch time about an hour before closing. The place was practically empty but except for the lack of patrons it was exactly the same as I remember - dark and cavernous with cranking a/c. Their outdoor seating area was closed. I used to just order pancakes but we each decided to try an omelette which includes a side. BF had the spinach and bacon omelete with hash browns. He liked his meal and had no complaints about the two rectangular frozen potato patties they served as hash browns. I choose the garden omelete with pancakes. My omelete was neat, big, puffy and chock full of vegetables (broccoli, mushroom, pepper, tomato, and onion). I liked that there were a lot of chunky vegetables but the broccoli and mushroom pieces were way too big like they should have been part of a stir fry. The egg didn't have much flavor it actually tasted like an egg white omelette and it was a bit tough. The pancakes were great. For a side dish, the three pancakes were good sized and I appreciated that they were served on a separate plate. Also, on request my waitress brought me coconut syrup at no extra charge. Fluffy pancakes, butter, and coconut syrup. Delicious. We'll be back. The food is good and the portions are large so you get a lot for your money. Next time I'll probably just order pancakes.

    (4)

  • L E I.

    My FAV breakfast place in Hawaii! How in the world do they get their eggs so fluffy? The baked potato omelette is out of this world!! Usually I'm a portuguese sausage kind of girl, but this baked potato thing--I can't NOT order it--it's all fluffy and wonderful with little pieces of potato, chives, bacon (REAL bacon!!), cheese & sour cream sauce all folded into the super fluffy eggy delight!!! YUM, YUM, YUM!!! (Yes, it can be super crowded, but it's worth it!)

    (5)

  • Mokana C.

    HANDS DOWN THE ABSOLUTE BEST PLACE TO HAVE BREAKFAST ON THE ENTIRE ISLAND!!!!!!!!!! The service is wonderful. The prices are very affordable. The food is heavenly and the portions are sooo perfect for the hungry man in you. I always get the Macadamia Nut Pancakes with coconut syrup and they truly melt in your mouth. Plus, even though the place is always crowded, the turnover is quick and you never have to wait long. IF YOU LOVE BREAKFAST, PANCAKE HOUSE IS THE PLACE TO GO

    (5)

  • Patti K.

    The Dutch Baby was awesome! Quite a long wait at 10ish, but once we got in seemed like there wasn't much of a wait for those that came after us. Not the BEST coffee, but okay...everything else was ONO! Our server was very personable, too. P.S. Don't go for the atmosphere....go for the food!

    (4)

  • Evan C.

    The Original Pancake House is as good as it gets when it comes to home-style morning breakfast. The wait was a little long, about 20 minutes, but we expected this coming to breakfast on a Sunday at 10:00 AM. As soon as we were seated we were ready to order, our food was brought to us very promptly and our waitress was very nice lady with her Aloha print dress on. My other half and I decided we would order two things and split both of them.. So we got the blueberry pancakes, and corned beef hash with eggs. Both of them were very delicious. The pancakes really stood up to what I had hoped for when you hear pancakes in the name of the place. Light and fluffy, and not too sweet. The eggs and corned beef hash were very good as well, not over done (I was a little shocked though on how small it was) I had read reviews about the portions being massive. I would definitely come back here to try some of the other pancakes that they offer only because the blueberry pancake were that good. The ambiance of the Original Pancake House is very country-low light homey kinda feel to it. Definitely a hole in the wall place and can easily be missed because it is tucked into the back of the building.

    (4)

  • Gene K.

    I love a good breakfast at any time of the day, and this place definitely delivers when you want breakfast food. We went on a weekday late morning and there was no wait. In fact, there were practically no people inside! The cooking staff was out of the kitchen cutting it up with one another and cracking up. But that made for very fast service. Wifey was gonna order the dutch baby (we love it), but changed her mind as the waitress informed her it would be 30 minutes to make it. At least they told us it would take that long, not like when we went to the Original Pancake House in OC. So she changed her order to the ham steak with scrambled eggs and hash browns. I got the corned beef hash with eggs over easy and the stack of 3 pancakes. This is some of the best corned beef hash. It isn't the crap from the can (which I actually like), but real shredded pieces of corned beef (sometimes with fat and all) fried together with potato pieces, all pressed into a large patty. Wifey's hash browns were good, but it reminded me of McDonald's breakfast hash browns. To me, pancakes are pancakes (unless you go to Boots and Kimo's!) but the pancakes here were really surprisingly good! They were light, fluffy, and tasty! I was very surprised, as was wifey. The one thing I would knock about this place is the decor. I know they're going for the down-home-rustic feel, but somehow, it just comes off feeling a little dingy. One whole wall is just plate glass windows that give you a view of the... hallway?! The opposing wall tints the glass outside. Everything inside is in dark brown wood stain color. It just seems drab inside. But I'll tell you what--if I want a good breakfast with a good, simple pancake, I'm coming here.

    (4)

  • Joellen S.

    this spinach omelet is the greatest one I've ever had. fluffy, with generous swathes of spinach, cheese, and bacon marbled through the omelet. We had to return cause this omelet was just the best ever. Loved Cafe Kaila, went there twice as well during our trip but had to come here last morning to get another omelet before the trip home. We'd eaten here three years ago on our honeymoon and returned it was as good as before, Pancakes are also exceptional in my humble opinion. when ever I hit Honolulu this is a breakfast stop.

    (5)

  • Law G.

    If i could eat here everyday i would... No wait time, fast service, resonble prices, i'm still searching for a better breakfast spot, only dissappointment, "NO FRIED RICE!!!"

    (5)

  • Derek N.

    The food is good. Today I got my usual; Portuguese omelette with buttermilk pancakes and coconut syrup. Today the omelette wasn't that good; the sausage was in big chunks concentrated towards the center, and it was terribly light on the green onions. The result was that half of the omelette was just plain egg. The service is pretty slow; my hung over companion had a headache and we left because they stopped filling her water glass, and she needed water. Also there is usually a wait. Good thing my friends showed up early and put us down for a table. The one thing I have yet to try is the Dutch Baby, I will update my review when I do so.

    (4)

  • HayesOne s.

    The service was very friendly which for me, in Honolulu is saying a lot. Everyone was nice, the garage parking was free with validation, and all of the food was great. Real cream for The coffee, and Dutch Babies, I thought only my mom knew how to make these!! I will be going back for more

    (4)

  • Yukio K.

    Came here on a recommendation from a friend, and I'm glad I did. They really do have the best pancakes I've ever had in a restaurant. And their eggs, sausage and hash browns were cooked perfectly. The restaurant is just a slight tad on the small side, and because it's so popular, wait times can be a little long. But the staff moves very efficiently and with a purpose, without sacrificing great service to do so.

    (5)

  • Remeca A.

    Ate there twice. All in a year in between. Their macadamian pancakes are great! Their bacon is good. I forgot what its called but their #1, some kind of omelet with ground beef with a sauce is gross. Their hashbrowns are cheap (frozen kind). Service was nice and place was clean, asides the geico I saw on the floor (but in Hawaii thats supposed to be good luck). Overall expierence was cool and their prices are way better than Eggs and Things.

    (3)

  • Curtis B.

    We aren't in Portland anymore. OPH Honolulu is lackluster at best. But at least they're not cash only. Also choked with tourists that I'm guessing have never experienced OPH before I hope that they do not judge our northwest breakfast traditions based solely on this place. My pigs in blankets were ok but my eggs were cold and looked like they'd been run over by a truck. Erin's corned beef has looked to have had a similar fate. Overall blech.

    (2)

  • Rocco B.

    Finally. As big a carnivore as I am, I never tried spam. I would not eat it in a boat. I would not eat it in a moat. I would not eat it here or there. I would not eat it anywhere. Something about opening the can and seeing the log of pink meat covered in gelatin just seemed so unsavory. Anyway, I finally pulled the trigger at the OHOP, and glad I did. Spam and eggs is pretty good, but has nothing on bacon and eggs. Portion sizes are huge. Expect a wait on Weekend mornings.

    (4)

  • Ruby W.

    Best place to have breakfast. Always try to get in early especially on the weekend. Service is ok. Food does come out fast...most of the time. But I still like to go there. My favorite is the Swiss Pancake. Still need to try the Dutch Pancake.

    (4)

  • Bouskikekoa N.

    Ahhh this place was OK.... ur typical breakfast joint.. although the one thing I do have a good memory of was some german like fluffy baked pancake with powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon ontop. that I would reccommend. but who am I to judge I love pancakes but its not something I order all the time.. i am more an eggs benedict person. so take my review with a grain of salt if your a pancake connasoir or take a reccomendation and check out creampot...

    (2)

  • Ryan K.

    The pancakes here are the best I've had so far. They are light-ish and fluffy and have a slight baking soda/powder flavor that I really like. I haven't had a chance to try anything else on the menu because I enjoy those pancakes so much.

    (5)

  • Ed R.

    I stopped in here to get some breakfast my first full day in HI. It is very much an American pancake place, but they have some good touches that separate it from the IHOPs of the world. The pancakes came out quick, were very fluffy and delicious. I got eggs and hash as well and each was really good. The corned beef hash was potato-heavy, but delicious. It appeared to be homemade or at least not out of a can (which is more than I can say for most mainland hash.) If you're looking for a solid American breakfast, this is a big win for you. The staff is friendly and attentive. They validate your parking, so that is a bonus. They also had early-riser specials that were super cheap. It was before 8:30 AM I believe. Overall, this place is a good find.

    (4)

  • J A.

    Finally tasted the potato omelette that my friend has been raving about. It was amazingly good! I picked out the bacon pieces though because I felt it didn't blend well with the omelette and it was too crispy for my liking. The sauce on the omelette really looped the whole plate together by providing that sweet taste to finish off the bite. Two thumbs up.

    (4)

  • Terrasita F.

    Omlettes Fit for Gumming.. The best thing about this restaurant are the wonderfully sweet waitresses. Unfortunately, the worst thing about this place is what they served me. I've eaten at this chain in Texas, and the omlettes were sky-high, fluffy and absolutely to-die-for. At the Kapiolani location they were a limp, soggy, lukewarm mess. Their excuse for hash browns were the rectangular patties of McDonald's fame... who actually do them better.

    (2)

  • DexterFan L.

    Great food and fast service! Two of which are very hard to find in Hawaii as a California visitor. Everything we ordered was great. The dishes that come with buttermilk pancakes can be substituted with speciality pancakes for approximately an additional $2.50. Definitely go here!!

    (5)

  • Craig M.

    It's been quite some time - years, in fact - since I've had breakfast at the Kapiolani location of the Original Pancake House. It was one of the first breakfast places I'd been to when we returned to Honolulu back in the early '70s. Parking is a little strange. Enter from the back, park your car, take the garage elevator down to ground level (the elevator is in the middle of each floor), then walk down a hallway to the restaurant. The wife and I were unfamiliar, so we ended up walking down stairs and entering the restaurant from a back doorway. The interior hasn't changed much since I was last there, like I said, a long time ago, say 25 years ago. It still exudes homey warmth and practically screams out "Welcome!" Having had their Apple Pancake before on the mainland, I had my thoughts set on that. However, I forgot it takes about 40 minutes to prepare it, and when so advised, I changed my mind and ordered something else. The wife had their standard Seniors Breakfast - an egg, a serving of breakfast meat, and two pancakes. No use taking a picture, you know what that looks like. At any rate, she and I shared her pancakes. I ordered their Corned Beef Omelet - it's pretty good, as they use freshly made corned beef, cut from the brisket. You can tell by the texture and flavor. Besides, there are tiny chunks of fat with the meat, just the way I love it. The omelet itself is fluffy, what some would call a soufflé omelet, and the eggs are very light and moist. The wife scooped off with about a third of my rice so she could have some with her over-easy egg mixed with ketchup and soy sauce (what we call "matoo" eggs after my first son dubbed it so back when he was in grade school). Why I haven't been back there in so long is a mystery. And now that I know how to park there ... I really should go back more often and have their Apple Pancake. No?

    (4)

  • Susan R.

    Great service, great pancakes and great options! I have been here on both of my trips to Hawaii and have been very satisfied on both occasions. We were seated quickly as a large party (though it was a Monday) and served quickly. We loved the potato omelette and the corned beef omelette which both come with a stack of pancakes.... Yum!

    (5)

  • Melonie T.

    This is one of my favorite places to eat at. Always get seated quickly, staff is super friendly, and food is delicious. (I usually get the Bacon and Eggs with pancakes.) I will continue to go here.

    (5)

  • Kira K.

    Come here for the Dutch Baby!! So fluffy and good, and it comes with powdered sugar, lemon wedges, and powdered sugar The service on the other hand... I think our waitress was Dianne? (The name on our check) we sat there and waited 30 MINUTES with no water, and when I asked, she looked like she didn't care. She didn't apologize, instead she said "I gave you bigger water glasses"... When we looked around, they were the same size as everyone else's. She then dropped off our food and said no word to us and didn't Check up on us... Once again, no apologies either. The food was okay.. My bf said the corned beef hash and hash browns taste better at zippys and tasted frozen. The 3 stars was only for the Dutch baby.. I'm a waitress and never tip 10%, but this lady seemed like she didn't care.

    (3)

  • Angel H.

    We came here for a late breakfast on Saturday. It was around 11:30am and the wait was about half an hour. There's always a wait for this place. I haven't been here in about a year. I'd rather go to IHOP because they have the different fruity pancakes, which I like. The hubby wanted to come here for a change. He always likes to get an omelette with pancakes. He got the cheese omelette which he said was fine. He didn't like their pancakes though. He didn't think they were fluffy enough. I was ok with their pancakes. I asked for a side of haupia syrup and I was good to go. I ordered the bacon and eggs breakfast with hash browns. I like my eggs over easy and it came out perfect with the runny yolk. They serve the thick slices of bacon here and it was salty. It's not my bacon of choice. I prefer my bacon thin and crispy. I really didn't care for the hash browns either. It wasn't crispy. I like hash browns made from potato shavings. They serve the patty style here. The ladies working here are super friendly. They refill your drinks and see you if need anything. As with most breakfast places, you take your bill and pay it at the cashier.

    (3)

  • Roselle S.

    I always love this place. My mom use to take us here and there food and service is still awesome. The wait is not bad for being a busy breakfast place. I had the pecan Belgian waffle, the waffle is just right and the pecans give it just the added touch of crunch and flavor. My husband had a seafood omelette, with generous amounts of shrimp, scallop and fish, he could not even finish but enjoyed it. I hope this place stays open another 50 years!!

    (5)

  • Amy M.

    I had finished church with a friend of mine and so we went to grab some breakfast. Apparently this is a happening spot on a Sunday. There were couples, and families waiting along with us. The wait was about thirty minutes. Once we were seated we were greeted right away by a sweet waitress. I ordered coffee and it was very good. I perused the menu and settled on bacon, sunny side eggs with hash browns. They did not skimp on the bacon. it was plentiful and my heart and stomach was smiling as it went into my mouth. The eggs were nice with my fork crushing the yolk and having it's wonderful juices ooze onto my hash brown. I sprinkled a little salt and hot sauce. This basically hit the spot. Everything was right on the money. The place reminded me of my friends grandmother cooking homemade meals. I left satisfied with a smile on my face. Great customer service

    (4)

  • Stefanie C.

    This place was horribly disappointing. My friend and I planned to do some yoga nearby and wanted to grab breakfast beforehand, so we found this pancake house on Yelp. When we first walked into the restaurant, we were greeted by a cold burst of air and sat down feeling like we just got thrown into a refrigerator. We were not exactly greeted with warm and welcoming customer service. I swear the women who work here just hate tourists... or guessing by the temperature of the room have just been experiencing lots of hot flashes. We ordered their most popular items, the Dutch Baby and Apple Pancake. Then we were warned that they each have 20-40 minutes of baking time. That's ridiculous! But of course we are never in Hawaii so YOLO. Maybe it's worth it. In the meantime, we sipped on our tasteless and weak coffee and ordered a side of Corned Beef Hash to eat in the meantime, which ended up coming with the rest of our food and completely defied our objective of ordering that in the first place. When the food came, I was underwhelmed by the Dutch Baby, which is an oven-baked German Pancake. It needed so much butter and powdered sugar to add flavor, but perhaps that's because I've never had it before. The waitresses probably got offended that my friend asked for syrup, because they never brought it to us. I will say that the Apple Pancake is pretty good for the first few bites. It is baked with fresh apples and corintji cinnamon glaze. After awhile, I started getting a stomachache because it tasted WAY too eggy and undercooked. My friend and I ended up needing more time to digest this unsatisfying food and went to a later yoga class. Overall I would not recommend this place to anyone, local or tourist. The food and service are atrocious.

    (2)

  • Brenda M.

    Yum! I had the spinach and cheese omelette than included my side of pancakes! It's a huge portion! It was delicious. I also had there coffee which was so great I didn't have to add sugar like I usually do. The place was full but I don't expect less by the food they produce!

    (4)

  • Tania C.

    Perfect for breakfast. They have a wide range of pancakes and omelettes. They have great pancakes, but for those of you who get full quickly but like the taste of a pancake, I recommend eating the Forty-niner. This place gets full quickly and they do not take reservations. Parking is a little hectic, but on Sundays the building has free parking.

    (5)

  • Savannah H.

    Nothing fantastic about this place. Pancakes were okay. If you like your personal space and not to be sitting on top of people this really isn't the place for you. Food was fast though that was a plus.

    (2)

  • Josh A.

    This hidden gem is tucked away at 1221 Kapiolani. Surprisingly for a restaurant with no street frontage, everyone knows about this restaurant! This is a great place to come for home style breakfast food! Great service, large portion size, inexpensive prices!

    (5)

  • Gspot H.

    Good Classic Breakfast spot. No Soup on Weekends. Free Parking in Back.

    (4)

  • Alizabeth H.

    I love to eat here. I come here once a month or more. I love the oven-baked German pancake. I'm not a big pancake eater but this place makes me love pancakes. Parking is free with validation. U can enter the parking lot from Kapiolani Blvd. drive up to second floor and take a ticket. You can park anywhere after the parking booth. Take the elevator down the the G floor (ground) and Walk through parking lot to your right. Take the door into the building, and walk down the hall. You will see the restaurant to the left. I also like to eat the breakfast special. It's your choice of meat & eggs with pancake or rice or hash browns or toast. The staff is also friendly. It's been the same staff for a long time. Love this place. Our waitress was Didi this time and she has worked here for 26 years. So, everyone knows each other and it's like family.

    (5)

  • Grace L.

    I'm a fan of all things breakfast--even though I'm never awake early enough to eat breakfast....(Why aren't breakfast places open at night...?) The Original Pancake House is great because you'll rarely have to spend your entire morning trying to calm your rumbly stomach because those other trendy breakfast places have a 1hour+ wait. I've never had to wait for breakfast here other than the one time I actually woke up to meet a friend for breakfast at 7 am *GASP*. Even then the line was still very short in comparison to our other favorite breakfast joints like boots or cinnamons. Ever since I was a kid, I've loved the 49er flap jacks. Super moist and chewy thin pancakes served with a dollop of butter and your choice of syrup. Maple for me all day everyday. It's not your typical buttermilk pancake and reminds me more of a crepe than anything else. The apple pancake here is also suuuuuper good but it takes a while for them to bake it so it's only worth it if you're okay to wait for your food (I'm too impatient). As for the savory dishes, I don't care too much for the traditional eggs and meat plates so I'll always get the omelettes. My favorite would have to be the spinach, bacon, and cheddar. It's simple but the omelette is really fluffy (not flat and overcooked like at eggs and things). The potato omelette is pretty good too but it has loads of potatoes so it'll be a little more on the heavy side. The vegetable omelette is good too if you're not in the mood for any kind of meat but it doesn't have anything other than veggies....*hint* you may want to add cheese? They validate for parking so you won't have to stress yourself out! (I always do at places with no parking...)

    (4)

  • Tiffinie K.

    Nice to have a parking lot for the restaurant, but the roof is too short for large vehicles. The servers were very friendly. They brought a warm family atmosphere that made breakfast so much better. I had the potato omelette with a sour cream sauce. The flapjacks were delicious. I wish they allowed us to substitute the pancakes with flapjacks. We were willing to pay extra too. Definitely go again, but not anytime soon. I'm not ready to be rolled out again.

    (5)

  • Katherine L.

    I ALWAYS come for the dutch baby, which is (in my opinion) their signature dish. It's thinner than a pancake but thicker than a crepe and has a crepe consistency where its soft in the middle but the edges are crispy. You smother it with butter, lemon juice and powdered sugar. SOOOOO GOOOD!!!! I also usually get a side of bacon because I love the whole sweet and salty combo. This is the only restaurant on the island that i know of that makes dutch baby (besides The Pig & the Lady which I've heard makes a savory dutch baby). TIP: A dutch baby takes about 15-20 min to make so if you are waiting in line, make sure to note by your name how many dutch babies you want, so they can start on it.

    (5)

  • Eunice F.

    Food was pretty good here! Tried the dutch souffle pancake... added the butter powdered sugar and fresh lemon... it was a bit eggy and doughy... but... overall pretty good... :) then shared the veggie omelette that was filled with lots of fresh veggies and had a side of chocolate chip pancakes... overall very yummy... service was good... and prices are average... like any other breakfast place... :)

    (4)

  • Ivy Lou H.

    I gave this place a few tries but it just doesn't do it for me. The taste of the food is like what you'd get at a IHOP or Denny's (Uggh) which means not much quality for the ingredients. The coffee was also not so nice and tasted lije cheap Folgers. I'm also not impressed with the service. My ham steak arrived cold and when I told my waitress that she just apologized but didn't offer a replacement or to take it off the check. I took one bite and paid $5.95 for that cold bite.

    (2)

  • Juliette G.

    The macadamia nut pancakes are delicious and the Portuguese sausage was top notch. Other than that everything was pretty underwhelming. Our hostess was downright rude but the rest of the staff was polite and attentive. I would have given them a solid 3-star review if it hadn't been for the "tropical syrup" which I was very excited to try, seeing as how I'm in the tropics. Sadly, it's nothing more than frozen orange juice concentrate that's been thawed and poured into a creamer pitcher. I won't be returning.

    (2)

  • Nani G.

    I was seated as soon as I walked in which was great. My order came out quick and was exactly what I ordered. I always enjoy the pancakes. So light and fluffy and covered in buttery goodness. Today I had the steak and eggs and was more than satisfied. The one thing that blew me away is the size of the "large" juice. My water glass was bigger than my juice glass. My waitress was nice as usual. She was sweet to take my credit card up to process my bill. The lady who brought it back kinda tosses it on my table as she mumbled something. Overall good experience.

    (4)

  • Peter T.

    Been a couple years since I went here and now I remember why as I gave it a second shot this morning. Kid got the Keiki Delight (French Toast) and while she like the toast, threw the bacon away after a couple bites; wasn't crispy and taste was inferior. I got the Denver omelet and while it had all the parts hard to qualify it as an omelet. Basically came out in big bun shape and was more cheese than egg, literally felt and taste like I was eating a big blob of melted cheddar with some ham thrown in. To make it worse, no salsa ... what breakfast joint doesn't carry f'ing salsa for eggs? Not sure how you can screw frozen hash brown blocks up but they managed by burning them. And the side of corn beef hash was the worst of both worlds, wasn't that god awful homemade crap that is so in vogue now not was it that great traditional out the can dog food. Instead I get some slimy patty composed of house cut boiled potatoes and canned corn beef (not hash) mushed up together. Oh and the service sucks. Quick to get seated and served once you order but sat for ten minutes waiting to simply get acknowledged and a cup of coffee. Don't plan to make this mistake again.

    (2)

  • Victoria K.

    Has been 8 years since I've been home, had to take a stop here. Oh how i forgot how good the coconut syrup was. I recommend any pancake with this syrup. Denver omelet was mediocre.

    (4)

  • David P.

    Food was as great as the service. Awesome spot for a brunch. The restaurants appearance was very calm and homelike. I will definitely be coming back.

    (5)

  • Esther R.

    Rude staff. I tried to ask the hostess a question and she rudely pointed to the floor and told me to stand away and I would be helped. Felt like I was being treated like a dog.

    (1)

  • Alexander G.

    Going by this place everyday, I'm surprised it took me so long to finally head inside for a meal. I wasn't expecting much in terms of ambiance as it's located inside one of the ugliest buildings along Kapiolani. The other reviews however were a testament to the food quality. The wait was about 30-45 minutes, which is understandable due to the size and popularity of the restaurant. The decor is comfortably 70s browns; I have a fondness for this style as I can still picture restaurants of my childhood looking the same way (holdouts from the decade of polyester and strange color combinations). When finally seated, our waitress was friendly, professional, and no-nonsense. The menu is ample. Despite the name, I ordered two eggs over-easy, beef hash, hash browns, and an iced tea. My friend had the Swedish pancakes, which looked thin and deliciously browned. My food looked small, but I was rewarded with a full belly. The iced tea was strong and refreshing. I will definitely be back, hopefully next time I'll get to sit outside on their patio.

    (4)

  • Julie F.

    Incredible food -- and an especially wonderful staff. They have some of the best people! I love them! Everything tastes great.

    (5)

  • Tina T.

    Tried this local hidden gem for breakfast today. Heard from friends this place makes some really tasty pancake soufflés so I had to check it out! We had the apple pancake and Dutch baby. Both two extremely different and with such great flavors. My friend told me to just pick one to share because they were so huge, but I am on vacay....I gotta try them both! So glad I did, but couldn't decide which one was better because both were so delicious! Order in advance because these two dishes take time to be wonderful. Apple pancake takes approx. 45 min. To bake. The servers there were so sweet and attentive. Note, if you order that, you better add on some bacon, potatoes, and/or eggs because you will need that to make it a complete savory meal.

    (5)

  • Peter E.

    Awesome breakfast, not so awesome wait time to get a table. Quick tip, Dutch baby is great! 15-20 minute wait for this dish. If the Dutch baby is what you want, then order it while waiting in line. By the time you get seated and the rest of your group orders and get their meals your Dutch baby will arrive. Corned beef omelette is good but know it's not corned beef hash. Its fresh corned beef like what you would get for St. Patties day. Also if you get the corned beef omelette, they offer fluffy or flat, flat doesn't taste too good. For some reason the eggs in that omelette when ordered flat style are rubbery. Other than that, I love this place. Oh, when getting pancakes, try the coconut syrup. It's delicious! Hope you enjoy this place as I do.

    (4)

  • Ronie F.

    It's that place where everybody knows your name. There's not too many places like this anymore. It's got that old fashioned charm. Been going here for years. The food hits the spot and there's something about their coffee! But we look forward to seeing all the familiar faces just as much as grinding the food. When you go rememba to say howzit to Dennis. My all time favorite bruddah at this place!

    (5)

  • Angel S.

    The staff here is awesome and the food is of course the best breakfast ever anywhere the outside seating is best if you have kids I was impressed by everyone here specially the guy who brings you the drinks his attitude is just fantastic his name was Teres his the best our waitress she was also great could not say anything bad about this place just remember to sign in all on your owned and wait outside if their is no seating inside

    (5)

  • Steven H.

    A consistent favorite for breakfast. With some of the best pancakes on the island this is a great local spot that most people would not think to stop by. My personal favorite is the Dutch Apple Pancake, but if you plan to order make sure to sign up for it as soon as you arrive because it takes quite a bit of time to prepare.

    (5)

  • Russel M.

    What can you say about the best Omelette and German (Apple) Pancake on the Planet? Not much, so expect another short review. GO early or face a long wait. Easy Parking and friendly Service. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Lyla D.

    TOPH is located on the street level in the Blackfield Building. If I'm not mistaken, they are one of the original tenants since 1976. We've been enjoying weekend and weekday breakfasts here for years, er, decades! The decor has remained the same and seems "stuck in Time". Maybe it's because they want to preserve the nostalgic 1950's Oregonian charm of its creators. A little sprucing up could bring this place back to its original luster. On weekends, this place seems almost impossible to get into as they don't accept reservations and the sign-in sheets seem to get longer. Lines of hungry people line the corridors while patiently waiting for their name to be called. They have a seating policy that everyone must be present in your party before they will seat you, even if your name is called. But, on weekday morning, it's such a different scene. Nice and "civilized" quiet. Service is managed by only two waitresses and one busboy...they do a super job! They're friendly and efficient as the breakfast cooks seem to effortlessly pump out the simple, traditional American breakfasts. They don't skimp on their use of fresh eggs and butter. Their omelettes are airy, fluffy and filled with sausage, veggies and/or cheese. House specialties are Apple Pancakes, Dutch Baby, Crepes, waffles and buttermilk pancakes. Locally, they offer the option of steamed white rice, sorry, no brown rice, instead of pancakes. My husband usually orders their Portuguese sausage omelette that is brimming with chunks of locally-made Portuguese sausage and green onions. Whereas, I order pancakes along with my omelette or egg dish. Today, I had full intention of ordering banana pancakes with coconut syrup but was distracted by the thick-cut French toast breakfast plate on the menu. This was a good deal since my plate included an egg, prepared any style to order and either bacon or sausage links. The French toast was nicely crisped which featured soft custard-soaked bread inside. Our coffee cups and water glasses were refilled often. We like TOPH for its "old school", traditional American breakfasts in its no frills diner atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Shiloh R.

    Truly my favorite breakfast place on the island! It feels like I'm going to my aunt's house for a meal. Everyone feels like family and it's always a joy coming here. EXCELLENT service. Favorites: blueberry pancakes and French crepes! Mmmmmmm :) This place is ALWAYS packed too! Try to go extra early when they open. Anything past 9am is pretty busy.

    (5)

  • Puakoa G.

    First! there's lots of parking...drive up the ramp to the left of the small 1st floor space. I've eaten there many times and always enjoy my food selections. The waitresses are very pleasant and efficient. When the place is buzzing they may not get to the table too often! but flag down any who fly by and you'll get help. Go. Enjoy. And yes, on Sat/Sun, know there'll be a wait for a table. :-)

    (4)

  • J P.

    Coming to the original pancake house is like depending on you keep wondering and trying other places but all roads lead back to the original pancake house.

    (5)

  • Aimee C.

    (Dirty Dancing reference:) No one puts Aimee in a...SEAT OUTSIDE! Yes, I know I know I shouldn't be complaining since I love coming here so much, but, really, a seat outside?! That is one thing I refuse to do - I will not sit outside. Enough complaining by the princess, seriously, I love coming here. Like when a child behaves and deserves a reward, The Original Pancake House is a reward for me. I'm not health conscious (I know I should be), but it's a lot of food so early in the morning, so I don't come as often as I think my tummy would like to. The women who work here are hit or miss. (Don't you just love their muumuus/sneakers?!) Sometimes the wait is long - really, really long. But, all in all, the sometimes rough-around-the-edges service and super long wait are worth it when you taste the delicious fluffy pancakes and oh-em-gee homemade corn beef hash. I'm sure lots of people try different things, but me, I am a serious lover of corn beef hash (read my reviews, you'll see). Being that it's breakfast, it is really hard to disappoint anyone right? I mean, don't we all love brekky? They give lots of food and the food comes pretty darn fast. They keep your coffee filled and they run the place like a well-oiled machine. I would def recommend TOPH for anyone looking for a down home restaurant spot. Parking is also hit or miss, so if you find street parking, take it. The restaurant is tucked away in the building and when waiting it can get rather cozy as everyone is waiting to be called. But, again, the wait can get long, but if they offer you to sit outside on the patio tables/chairs, feel free to take it :) I will gladly sit inside.

    (4)

  • Julie I.

    Love this restaurant!!! Grew up coming here and now bringing my children here....the service and staff consistently friendly and helpful. Very inviting atompshere.

    (5)

  • Ariana M.

    I seriously never knew this place existed. The Original Pancake House is located (more like hidden) in the same building as Gyu-Kaku, but not on the outside that you can see on Kapiolani Street. You have to actually go into the building on the ground floor. The only reason I found this place was of course YELP! We were craving some breakfast/brunch food but had no place in mind! Of course I pulled out my handy dandy Yelp app and browsed the different options. :D The wait was long, but honestly wasn't a surprise because most breakfast places are always busy. Of course it was full of tourist, I honestly don't think many locals even know about this location! The Grub. [[ R&D's FAVORITE $10.50 ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… This omelet is filled with spinach, Italian herbs and ground beef seasoned with garlic and onions, topped with their famous Spanish sauce. [[ GARDEN SPECIAL $10.50 ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… This omelet is great for veggie-lovers!! The stuff it with fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers, broccoli and spinach!! [[ BUTTERMILK PANCAKES ]] yelp.com/biz_photos/the-… I definitely would not mind coming back here to try more things on the menu.

    (3)

  • Bob L.

    First, I love when the support staff such as users are friendly and remember you. They are so nice and hustle to keep the place running smoothly. Next, the waitresses (have never seen a male) are so professional with a quick eye to filling the coffee cups ( great Kona coffee I think). But, it still comes down to the food. I drool overtime I think of having their original pancakes. Have been perfect the 100+ times I have gone. The validate, so free parking upstairs--usually not needed Sundays. A small negative--on the rare occasion when the owner's son is running things, he is such a bad vibe, it trickles down to the entire place. But owner's son, so... Still, I'd eat their every day if it was nearer my house.

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    We liked it so much we came here twice during our 8 day stay in Honolulu! They make probably the best pancakes I've had in years. The eggs were good too, and the bacon is super crispy. The place is a total old school diner, with a drop acoustic ceiling and lots of wood panelling - very divey - but great breakfast food! The service was good too. The first time we came, the hostess was going from table to table, laughing and telling stories. The second time, the hostess was a little more down-to-business, but still friendly enough (although she told us to wait outside because it got too crowded for her liking), and the waitresses were all great. The prices are good too. It's off the tourist path (on the ground floor of an office building) and a total dive, but the food makes it worth a visit.

    (4)

  • Megan T.

    I have been occasionally coming to the Original Pancake house for the past 4 years and I always order the same breakfast. Forty-niners with a side of extra crispy bacon or Portuguese sausage. I have never been disappointed and I highly recommend this if you're wondering what to order. Forty-niners are not your usual pancakes. They make these pancakes so thin that you get 3 of them (one on top of the other) on a huge plate. It also comes with a scoop of butter and your choice of syrup. All the Aunties there are incredibly friendly and always have smiles on their faces. They're never rude and frequently check up on tables. With the combination of warm food and warm smiles, it feels like home

    (5)

  • Christy J.

    The food was ok. The service was great! The price was ok but they charge approximately $7.50 for strawberries and whipped cream on your pancakes.

    (3)

  • Lisa G.

    Pretty amazing place to have breakfast. From what I could tell, there is only street parking available. We didn't have a hard time finding parking. We parked on the street and it was not metered. The wait can get kind of long if you come later in the morning. Best bet is to get there early. If you want to order the Dutch baby, you can order it while you wait for your table because it takes 20 minutes to make. I had the Dutch baby: Oven baked pancake served with whipped butter, lemon and powdered sugar. The sprinkle of lemon on top really makes the pancake! It's delicious. I don't even really know how to describe it. It almost tastes like a thick crepe. It's delicious and worth the wait. The servers that we encountered were all very friendly.

    (4)

  • LeaDan Y.

    49er flapjacks. One of my Top 5 favorite dishes. Enough said. I've been frequenting this place for well over a decade. I love their crepes because they have substance, unlike those paper thin crepes you get at other places. They also have deep dish pancakes. They have a nice variety of pancakes for those looking for something more traditional rather than the gimmicky stuff they have at IHOP. There's a small parking lot that you can enter from in the back and a larger one on Kapi'plano Blvd. This place used to be quite busy all the time but now that there are other breakfast options in the area, the wait is shorter. As always love being served by the "aunties" and "uncles" here who care for you like family and sometimes bicker with each other like family.

    (4)

  • Johanna M.

    The Original Pancake House is a good spot to hit up for breakfast. It is kind of hidden on Kapiolani, located behind the Gyu Kaku restaurant. The décor is kitschy and the staff is sweet. It is very casual dining and the price is right. We have been here quite a few times; mostly when we are feeling lazy and don't want to walk too far. It is kind of mixed crowd as there are definitely lots of tourists, but there are locals peppered in as well. The staff of aunties is sweet and they are dressed in colorful muumuus. There is always a wait, but here is a tip, the wait is shorter if you are willing to sit outside. On a nice day, it can be nice to sit outside. There are some shady spots out there, so you are not baking in the sun. The Original Pancake House serves a nice breakfast. They have your staple breakfast items. No twists, no frills...straight up pancakes and omelets. I have tried their breakfast combos which come with some variety of pancakes, eggs, hash browns, sausage and bacon. It's good. Their omelets are also hearty and all the ones I've tried have been good. My husband loves their forty niner pancakes too. They are a more thin variety of pancake and really good. I totally recommend those. I have not yet tried their Dutch Baby, but someday, I will. It looks monstrous, buttery and delicious. Their crepes also look pretty dope, but I have not had them yet. I will give them a shot during an upcoming visit. If you are looking for a hearty breakfast with friendly faces, I recommend you come here. We enjoy coming here because of the convenience and consistency. There are definitely places that I enjoy more than this spot, but it is a pretty good value.

    (3)

  • Rayella P.

    Wanted to see if this pancake house lived up to all the hype by other reviewers, friends. NOPE...NOT AT ALL!!! Ordered the dutch baby and it was junk...so oily, buttery and small! Also ordered a veggie omelet which was nothing special along w/ blueberry,pecan pancakes which was like rubber and was charged an arm and leg! I was so disappointed given I LOVE PANCAKES!!! My mom ordered the Swedish pancakes and loved them so that was an exception. Service was great, BUT food and price was a big disappointment! Talk about a chunk of change that was definitely NOT WORTH IT! Will stick to eating my pancakes in Vegas at Blueberry Hill! If you want a price worthy delicious dutch baby than visit Walker Bros in San Diego and Chicago...now those are plate size BIG, fluffy, airy and delicious!!!!

    (2)

  • Jayson L.

    Sunday morning waking up with sun in my face thinking of pancake and maple syrup, i go to the original pancake house. This location is seems like hidden because it's inside the building. it's in kapiolani and i like to go here on Sunday because it's free parking on the street. The restaurant provide parking too but i like the street parking better for more space. It's usually quite busy here at this location if you come on prime time, there seems to be one of tourist must go spot because i always see Japanese people who looks like tourist. I arrived and of course, there is a line . I put my name on the list and we got a table quick. As soon as we sat down we got served with water and asking us if we wanted something to drink. We went and order the R&D omelette which comes with 3 piece of pancake. there isn't once where i finish the food, they give you such a large portion i'm already full at half amount. i usually eat it for 2 meal every time i come to this place. i love the omelette and the pancakes here, it has great flavor and pancakes are soft like cloud. it always hit the spot and price is affordable. If you order the dutch baby you have to wait 30 min to come out because they fresh bake it. and apple pancake is another item must try. I like the service here because even though it seems busy they are good at checking into you and giving you water and other thing you request for. i would come here if you haven't tried this place.

    (5)

  • Mary H.

    The R&D omelette is delicious. My favorite breakfast in Hawaii. But I also love salsa and it had a great Spanish sauce. The pancakes were of course fluffy and delicious.

    (5)

  • Khaila S.

    First timer! Location is easy to find especially since I'm very familiar with Gyu-kaku which is pretty much next door. Parking wasn't too bad? I guess. You can park in the garage and taking we went on a Monday morning most stalls were taken, guessing because of all the offices located in the same building. But eventually, a floor before the roof top, we found parking. There was no wait which was awesome. My boyfriend and I ordered corned beef hash and eggs, and chocolate chip pancakes. We were very happy with our food, which also came out very quickly! The only thing is we wished they had a steak and eggs plate (because my bf loves that combo) but there was no steak on the menu at all. I wish I had tried the forty niner but I guess that's an excuse to come back!

    (4)

  • Nat N.

    Prices are very reasonable at The Original Pancake House. For just $6.50, you can get two pancakes, two slices of bacon (or sausage), and eggs (have it your way). It's called the Junior Plate and anyone can order it. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Service is friendly and quick. As with most well known breakfast joints on the island, go early or expect to wait for a table.

    (4)

  • Jeannie K.

    Though I still enjoy everything about original pancake house on kapiolani, the Dutch baby today was disappointing. I'm no sure if it could have been more cooked. From first visit. It was sooooo delicious. Comparing not just taste but even the photos, so sad. But I will still come back again. I'll try their spinach omlete. That sounds so ono!

    (3)

  • Cynthia L.

    I come here with the hubby every once in awhile for their fluffy pancakes and omelettes. It's a chain restaurant, with locations back in my home state of California, but this particular location in Honolulu is my favorite. There is something about service with aloha and the old wooden house feel in the dining area. It feels like home here. Favorites: - Ham and cheese omelette with pancakes - fluffy and thick oven-baked omelette, not your usual pan fried eggs. A must try. - Banana pancakes - broke da mouth with real banana mixed into the batter - Corned beef hash and eggs with pancakes - real corned beef; not from a can! - Apple pancake - it's huge, rich and tastes similar to apple pie filling; sharable - Coconut syrup on my pancake order, just ask your server As you can see, we love the pancakes. We always order a breakfast plate with a side of pancakes. Forget the hash browns and get the pancakes. Tips: - Arrive before 10AM on weekends to beat the crowds. - You need to borrow a key from the restaurant to use the hallway bathrooms. - Paid parking is available in the garage behind the building. - If you want to order an apple pancake or dutch baby, tell the hostess in advance when you put your name down on the sign-in sheet. She will ensure that your order goes the kitchen ahead of you being seated. These two items usually take 45 minutes to cook and can be an agonizing wait if ordered at the table.

    (4)

  • Amara E.

    Let's be honest: The food here is ugly. Straight up UGLY. There is nothing aesthetically-pleasing about the photos of the breakfast food here. That aside, the food tastes good and the prices are dirt cheap. Plus, they use fresh ingredients such as farm-fresh eggs, real butter, real whipped cream and Daily's premium bacon, so the food doesn't tasty rubbery or artificial. I ordered a junior plate with 2 buttermilk pancakes, 2 slices of bacon and scrambled eggs for only $6.50. You can't find a deal like that anywhere anymore. The wait was short the day I went, but then again it was Superbowl Sunday, so I'm sure everyone was at home prepping for the big game. The service is minimal and the food is straight-forward. If you're just looking for some simple, home-style breakfast, then this is the place for you. For anything fancier, I'd recommend Cafe Kaila's or Sweet-E's.

    (4)

  • Tania D.

    The apple dutch pancake is worth the wait! We take leftovers home - great with ice-cream. Service is warm and pleasant. Wait can be a hassle but, if you're ordering one of the dutch pancakes, let them know at time of signup. That way, they can start prepping your order while you wait. Our usual orders. Him: Apple dutch pancake Her: 49er Flapjack. And, we share.

    (4)

  • Jennifer B.

    Potato omelette: sooo sooo soooo yummy!!!! Nice big fluffy omelette with potatoes, green onions and crisp bacon, which is covered in their beautiful cream sauce. Buttermilk pancakes: best ive had on island. Service: the staff is crazy friendly. I feel like a whole bunch of moms are giving us breakfast. Wait time: if you come before 10am, expect to wait at least 30 mins for a party of 2-4.

    (5)

  • Jenn S.

    Great place for an American breakfast although they do have a few Hawaiian style items such as Portuguese sausage and the must try macadamia pancakes. Yum!

    (4)

  • chris v.

    My favorite breakfast in Honolulu period. Very nondescript from Kapiolani blvd small sign, great food! There is almost always a wait ( this means it's really good and the wait goes fast) I have been going there for about 15 years and 80% of the staff is the same today. Shows what a great place it is and the mngmt must be doing something right. Wait staff and everyone is so friendly and welcoming too. The food is ONO! If you have a little extra time, get the Dutch Baby, excellent! I usually go for the forty niners ( hybrid between a crepe and pancake, thin gooey and straight delicious. Thee bacon is great too! Their omelettes are light and fluffy too. So much good there and great local people make this the place for a good breakfast or lunch if you can take your eyes of the breakfast menu!

    (5)

  • Maria G.

    The 49er is the BEST BEST BEST BEST pancake ever! I don't know what it is...maybe the gallon of butter they put in it? or is it that crepe-like consistency? Yeah! That must be it! I swear I have DREAMS about that 49er pancake stack. Aside from the pancakes, the Omelettes are BOMB and Massive. Very reasonably priced, but be forewarned, it can get busy, especially on the weekends. I love the ol grannies dressed in aloha wear who serve you. They also have limited outdoor seating so you can enjoy your pancakes in the sun.

    (4)

  • Winlove M.

    Love the food here. always busy but worth the wait...... Tried the Dutch baby and it was ok the texture seems a lot like the 49ers but overall it was good. I'll stick with my 49ers and Portuguese sausage soft scrambled eggs with rice......

    (4)

  • Stephanie K.

    Great pancakes, perfectly cooked eggs! Great cheap eatery. Definitely a great start to the day. Lovely staff! The forty niner pancakes were amazing, also the banana pancakes taste as if you had soft warm banana bread just out of the oven. The coconut syrup brings it all together!

    (4)

  • Joanna Y.

    I just love having breakfast when its not breakfast time, I don't know what it is but I hate being restricted to a certain time to eat it. I would love to give 5 stars but its the service that is sometimes lacking :( Whether it is waiting to get your order in, or waiting for the food, or waiting for a refill of water, etc. Always inconsistent. But the food - BOMB! Here are the highlights: - Potato omelette. My bf introduced me to it, and if you can imagine a baked potato as an omelette.... OMG. Tater tots and slices of bacon inside, a smothered with some kind of sourcream gravy on top. Yummm! - Pretty much every other omelette - huge, fluffy omelettes that are just yumm! - Omelettes paired with pancakes...and said pancakes being substituted with banana pancakes.. I'm in heaven! So simple but so good. - 49ers - Its like a thin, crepe-like pancake. I honestly think its ok but my parents love it. If you love good old fashioned breakfast food, good portions and reasonably priced, then this is the place for you. I will be back soon!

    (4)

  • Celine N.

    Love coming here in the morning because the friendly staff and great food! I can here about 7am and the pancakes came out really quick also everyone there was so welcoming and friendly!

    (5)

  • Raych D.

    This place is lame!......Not a fan! Came here once about 3 years ago when my family was in town visiting and again this past weekend when a friend was visiting in town. Got here Sunday morning at 9:30am with 2 girlfriends after trying to go to Cafe Kaila. The wait was only about 10 minutes so it wasn't to bad. We looked at the menu and it is a lot of selection but nothing stood out except maybe the dutch pancake that I wanted to try but everyone didn't want to share with me so I opted for something else. That something else was the mushroom omelet only because they DO NOT SUB the bacon for mushroom in the spinach omelet! I chose to get the buttermilk pancake for my starch. The mushroom omelet was disappointing because it had no flavor except just full on butter and they topped it off with cream of mushroom which tasted like it was the can version...really gross! The buttermilk pancake was not bad which was the only thing that I ate since I was so disappointed with my omelet. Next time if I'm paying for something that's worth $10 and that tasted horrible, I would have rather waited in Cafe Kaila's long line to be fully satisfied with my meal! My friend also said that they burnt her bacon and my other friend didn't care for her corn beef hash because they also burnt that as well.

    (1)

  • Brian M.

    How hard can it be to screw up Pancakes? Is must be pretty hard because they don't do it here at The Original Pancake House. We came to TOPH on a Sunday Morning at 8:30am which I think is prime time wait in line action. To my surprise! I found a parking right in front on Kapiolani Blvd. Walked up to the counter and there was only two couples in front of us. ( I must have stepped on DS or something). Signed in and within 5-10 minutes we were in and seated. Food and Pancakes ordered was very good. (I wanted to try the Dutch baby, but didn't want to wait! Too hungry!) Our Waitress was attentive and polite. The interior of the restaurant could use some freshening up. It just looks old after all these years IMO. Sorry no pics because I started eating...then remembered Damm! Oh Well...Next Time!

    (3)

  • Stephanie D.

    I came across this place in Yelp, and with all the great reviews, I'd thought I'd check this place out. I first called to see about the wait time, as the lady on the phone wasn't the nicest. And when i arrived, I really didn't have a long wait at all-but again, not really warm friendly greeters at first. But by the time i sat down and got served, the warm friendly service began. I was planning on ordering their infamous Apple pancake, but was told it would take 45 minutes or so (should've remembered to preorder), oh well. So i ordered some other delicious pancakes with a recommendation of coconut syrup. Not bad - actually pretty darn good. As well as a side of fluffy omlette. In which this side order of eggs was anything but small. Although it didn't have a lot of selections to choose from, and if you wanted to add anything to it, i.e. tomatoes, you would be paying too much. The waitress i had was really helpful, and even made sure i had the best deal without spending too much for my breakfast.

    (4)

  • Harry B.

    Looks like 70's throw back pancake house... Great menu and the food good, service seemed fast and the servers nice. However don't think about substituting or ordering something not exactly on the menu, the concept was too far out of reach.

    (4)

  • Trish P.

    i gotta be honest - i had no idea they were located here..... but thanks to YELP, i found it with my app - good thing too b/c at that early of an hour, my brain was not properly functioning.... thank goodness my phone was. this place is cozy and has a comfortable feel to it. it has kitsch, but not unlike the decorations you'll find at Grandma's house.... I LOVE BREAKFAST FOODS - so i was hopeful with the menu.... i ordered the Portuguese omelette with hash browns. TWO NOTES ABOUT THE FLAVOR - #1. Do they use bacon grease to cook with? My sausages tasted faintly of bacon, so not sure if it's the grease leftover from an earlier dish, or if the use it on purpose. either way, sausages that taste like bacon are a good thing.... however..... #2. The sausages were burnt. burnt sausages are never a good thing. i'm not sure how the cook could have burnt these b/c there were only 4 people in the restaurant including myself and my friend...... so how'd they get burnt??? :( its not like he could have forgotten about them..... the hash browns, to my disappointment, were the frozen shaped kind - not the fresh made kind i was hoping to get. :( i also tried the corned beef omelet - THIS WAS DELICIOUS, and made up for the burnt sausage. They use real hunks of corned beef, not the junk out of the can.... the pieces were a little salty, beefy, and tender. and being that we were in a pancake house, of course you have to try the pancakes.... The buttermilk pancakes were fluffy and delicious. i'm hoping that this was fresh from scratch batter - but i can't tell - either way, these were good. IF i decide to come back, i'm getting the corned beef instead!!

    (3)

  • Tessa M.

    My husband and I decided to visit for breakfast. Giving one star for service as our waitress was very pleasant. To start we ordered a coffee and a hot tea, clearly the cups are for afternoon tea. My husband ordered the Cornbeef Hash with eggs and this came with a side of pancakes. The eggs were perfect and made as ordered (if they messed up eggs fried over easy, well...). The cornbeef hash had more potato than cornbeef and looked like a small patty and lacked taste, not at all palatable. For those of you who are accustomed to having syrup with pancakes, DON'T have the syrup here as it is clearly watered down (WATER AND SPLENDA ADDED to stretch...what the hell). I ordered the garden omelette, and though the omelette was packed with lots of veggies, it lacked the eggs. I am very surprised at the raving reviews, but to be honest, it is not worth the $$$.

    (1)

  • Jana P.

    This was the worst place we ate breakfast at in Honolulu. Soggy toast, greasy hash browns that are McDonald's style, bacon was dry as heck.

    (1)

  • Yuko A.

    I've loved omelets since I was young, I would watch the chefs at Orchids brunch make them so I could learn how to make them at home...Always been my go-to breakfast at home so I usually like trying them out at places I frequent so of course when my sister ordered a spinach/bacon/cheese one I had to try it....OH MY GAWD.... Now I already had a Dutch Baby in front of me waiting to be eaten, but rewind....was that really an omelet I just ate? I've never eaten such a fluffy omelet....that was so damn good....There was some serious whipping done to those egg whites because it was so light...Of course since its filled with cheese, bacon, and spinach its not light in the calories sense... I was thinking about them so much I dragged my uncle along to get breakfast this morning and I got the spinach/cheese/bacon omelet all to myself....It was way too much food for just me but I brought it home so I could enjoy it tomorrow... YELP 365: 058/365

    (5)

  • Mitchell I.

    I have been to the other location on Dillingham. Pretty sleepy location near Ala Moana. It definitely does not mess with the basics. Pancakes, bacon and coffee were right on the mark. Of course, the staff was terrific and not pushy. It had a nice diner feeling. Way more than the Dillingham location.

    (4)

  • Paul K.

    Good for breakfast. Kona blend coffee. Opened 30 years ago. Probably haven't changed in 30 years. Probably more a local than tourist spot. Older, hole in the wall feel in a business building. Come and try it out. It is definitely a nice little find.

    (4)

  • Brian M.

    Hope today was the anomaly. Thought I saw our order go to the next table, who came in way after us. Father and daughter didn't say anything so assumed they ordered the same thing as us. After nibbling some bacon, daughter says this wasn't her order. They call the waitress who apologies to them and takes it back into the kitchen. Short while later, after father eats about half of my wife's order, he realizes that wasn't his either. Waitress apologies and hurries back with their order. Waitress never makes eye contact, so had to ask hostess about our order. When we finally get our, my Bits-o-Bacon short stack was hard and not freshly made. Think she just held on to the one she gave the girl earlier. Before today, this was my favorite breakfast place. Willing to drive from Mililani, but will now have to think twice.

    (2)

  • RockyandGlory A.

    It was our first time trying this place. My eldest daughter ordered the ham, mushroom, and cheese special. My little one ordered the chocolate chip pancakes. I ordered the mushroom omelette with toast. It was yummy and I almost finished my food. I had about a fourth left of my omelette and I was planning on taking home my leftovers, until I saw a very short strand of hair in my food. I didn't complain to our server, but I'm assuming it was obvious because she looked at my plate, saw the piece of hair, apologized, and took my plate in the back. She was nice enough to offer me something else, but at that point, I was too full and grossed out to continue eating. They were very kind to comp my mushroom omelette. Next time (if I ever change my mind about coming back), I would ask them to go easy on the cheese cause it was too cheesy.

    (2)

  • Laura A.

    Its good

    (3)

  • Roston O.

    Awesome service!!! Great food and portion size. Atmosphere is a bit dated but will certainly go back. Lots of locals and tourists. Parking is free in the building. Again, service was on point. Funny and knowledgeable.

    (4)

  • Kit W.

    The portions here are HUGE and satisfying so it's fun to group up with a friend and split two different items. Depending on what you order, even that's probably more than enough food. For example, the last time I went, I split a Dutch Baby and a yummy omelet with a guy friend and we couldn't finish xD. The Dutch Baby is awwweeeesssooommme and must be tried. It is a tall/thick dish of goodness that is meant to be topped with fresh squeezed lemon juice, butter, and powder sugar and there's plenty of that at the Original Pancake House. Word to the wise--I got too enthusiastic with the butter and that may have been the cause of why my partner in crime and I couldn't quite finish the thing *cough cough*. And the fact that we felt so lethargic as we shopped at Ala Moana afterwards xD If you go into the Original Pancake House knowing the Dutch Baby's what you're after, you can tell the host that and she/he can get your order started for you so that you don't have to wait 20-30 minutes for it at the table later. This is great especially when you are waiting in line--definitely saves you lots of time! =) Anyway, their omelets are great too because they come out piping hot and are soooo fluffy! YUM.

    (4)

  • Derek W.

    i really like there pancakes. you have to they them.

    (4)

  • Chester N.

    The Original Pancake House can easily be missed. Located within a building, those lacking smart phones with maps could wonder the vicinity for minutes without realizing it is right under their noses. Once you find it, you'll quickly discover a jewel within Oahu. The pannys (pancakes as I like to call them) are light and fluffy. Portuguese sausages add the saltiness you desire with an explosion of flavor without the gamey taste. You can never go wrong with the corned beef hash either. Beware however of their signature dishes, in particular the Apple Pancake. Once ordered, they tell you it will take 45 minutes because it is made from scratch and oven baked. When it comes out, it looks more like an Apple Pie. The saving grace from the wait is it is delicious. The wait staff is very friendly and attentive despite the crowded atmosphere. Reminds me of mom.

    (3)

  • Annie W.

    The portions are huge and definitely worth the dollars that you fork out for it. This was our first visit here and from all the yelp reviews from my fellow yelp friends, I had high expectations. I ordered the corned beef hash with over medium eggs. My husband had the Italian spice omelet, and two other omelets (vegetarian and potato) were ordered in my party. To substitute different flavored panckes was additional $2.50. The corned beef came out crispy, delicious, but too salty. I had about 3 glasses of water and was still thirsty after my meal. Our waitress didn't do a great job refilling our water. The vegetable omelet was filled with chunks of vegetables, but my sis complained that it was a bit bland. My niece that ordered her potato omelet said hers was lacking in taste too. My husband enjoyed his fluffy omelet and he loved his meal. I took a bite and thought it was fairly good, but since I'm not huge on Italian spice I would still say it was delicious. I know it's busy here, it's pretty apparent. Our waitress had little patience and was not friendly when we asked her for a coffee refill or even for salsa that they don't serve. It's our first visit, we don't know what you have to offer unless we ask. She was really annoyed and you can hear it in her tone and sense her attitude. I can go on about her making a scene about the one free coffee refill, but it's more irritating to recall the moment. So I'll just leave it at that and bad service does leave a bad taste in my memory.

    (3)

  • Ashley A.

    I love this place! I am a huge lover of pancakes and the buttermilk ones I get from here are always perfect one or half of one does it for me! I have gotten an Egg Om from here as well...VERY good. not soggy the eggs dont come out wet and it has just enough of every ingredient! Not to mention its HUGE. the staff herr is friendly too, our waitress was very courteous and came around not too much or too little. When Im home I always make a stop here, big reason why I have yet to try boots and kimos!

    (5)

  • John B.

    How can you resist a mumu-wearing woman who brings you breakfast piping-hot from the kitchen??? :-) I've eaten here about a dozen times over the last 4 years and have never been disappointed with the outcome. The omelets are some of the very best I've ever eaten, and I love their corned beef hash because it's made with real corned beef brisket that's been shredded and added to fresh potatoes. Service is attentive without nagging or hovering, and the prices are very reasonable for Honolulu. Definitely a better breakfast option than Eggs-n-Things.

    (5)

  • Katie R.

    My fav is 49er Flap Jacks extra cripy with coconut syrup and side order corned beef hash. Service is speedy and friendly.

    (3)

  • Seiji O.

    Came here on a Sunday a little past noon. Good service and food. Had the pancakes and dutch baby. Food tasted pretty good and prices were reasonable.

    (4)

  • Sharon H.

    Generous portions (for the bacon and eggs combo: 4 pieces of bacon, with 2 eggs, and choice of 3 buttermilk pancakes, hashbrowns, rice or toast) and reasonably priced ($8.50). Weekends have a little bit of a wait time but the tables are turned fast. The macnut belgian waffle was also very tasty. Service is speedy, parking available on the street or in the complex which they validate for you in the restaurant.

    (4)

  • Rupert L.

    Food is great. Wait time for a table can be 10-15 minutes. I say to bring maybe no more than five people with you or it can take even longer for your party to get a table. The staff are nice. I would say they make the best pancakes on the island.

    (4)

  • Eric L.

    DUUUUUUTTTCCCHHHH BABYYYYYYYYYYY yelp.com/biz_photos/3p1S… Yea it was that good. my first visit to any of the Original Pancake Houses anywhere. The Apple pancake looked pretty damn good as well, but didn't have time to wait for it.. I guess I'll be heading to one of the socal ones soon, just hoping they are consistent. We had a party of 5 on a Thursday morning and the wait was only about 5 minutes. Nice happy service that kindly explain to you their specials. I believe the Dutch Baby was about a 25 min wait and the Apple Pancake was 45? (not sure, but someone's review below probably notes the wait) and only opted for the Dutch Baby as we ordered other stuff. Everything else, omelettes, regular pancakes, eggs, hash browns were delicious. Parking entrance is in the back of the building on Hopaka, south of Kapiolani. We came down through the stairs facing Hopaka into a gated big brown fence area where the back door of the store was (we did not know this was it as the windows were tinted really dark). So we ended up walking around the building to get to the front of the store. As we were eating, we see people come through the back door where we first were -__- haha..

    (5)

  • Emma P.

    I should put out a disclaimer that I am a tad bit irrational in my love for this place. I should. But all I'll say as to that is that I haven't ventured into much of the menu because I hold fast to my tried and true pecan pancakes, and I'm a creature of habit. There's usually a wait (especially on the weekends!), but if you arrive up until 8am, you're generally safe from prowling the halls in hunger. And I won't make much comment on the decor of the place which, admittedly, is dark and decorated in the same vein as my grandma's kitchen, i.e. the 1970s are well and (stayin') alive. But I hardly ever ponder on the details too deeply because, well, I'm too busy digging into my pecan pancakes. I am in a serious love affair with the coconut syrup paired with it! I only wish that it didn't come in a dollhouse-sized server. I mean, I understand wanting to conserve something so precious, but the staff must fail to understand my desire to induce a sugar coma via syrup. I always look forward to my no frills breakfasts here. Fair prices and I can never finish my food in one sitting. My waitress usually has a take-out box in hand when she brings the check!

    (5)

  • Staci B.

    The ambience leaves a little to be desired, but the apple pancake is a sweet gooey sensation. And the 49er flapjacks (when crispy and well done) are to die for!

    (4)

  • Naomi P.

    If you are a Boots and Kimos fan, don't hate me (which will probably be 99% of you). BUT, I think that Dutch Pancake here kicks the Boots and Kimos pancakes with macademia sauce's ass. Yes, I said it :P Order the Dutch Pancake while you are waiting to be seated because it takes about 25 minutes to bake. It is divine. Fluffy on the outside, moist on the inside, and is delicious plain. However, it's more delicious with the accompanying lemon juice and powder sugar that comes on the side. This place is crowded on the weekends, so be ready for a wait. Minus one star because the other breakfast food is good, but just not 5 stars good.

    (4)

  • Joey C.

    Hey just plain good old breakfast food. Been eating here for years.

    (4)

  • Mari B.

    They have the best buttermilk pancakes I have ever had! I ordered the corned beef hash, which included the pancakes on the side. The price is right, and the service is efficient. I feel like I've had better corned beef hash, but it was still quite delicious! You may have to wait a bit for a table if you come during peak times, but I think it's worth it.

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  • Mark M.

    Good Food, Most the time friendly staff. The wait is a bummer at times! But well worth it once your seated and get to pig out :)

    (4)

  • Joy Celeste P.

    Came here for the Dutch baby pancake, and nothing more. I strongly suggest you come here for it too. Here's the thing, I like the old look here, and the service isn't so bad. Yes this place gets really crowded, but I'm the type who calls first to find out if it's busy, so I suggest that for everyone else who wants to avoid being disappointed after looking for parking & sitting around waiting to be seated (while feeling starved). We still had to sign in & the wait was a little over 5 minutes. We were pointed to our table, was that proper etiquette? Probably not but if you're hungry you might not notice. I ordered the dutch baby (plain) & yes they'll tell you it takes 20-30 minutes for it to be ready. Here's the truth, Dutch baby usually takes a good 15 minutes to bake, so the wait time that the waitresses warn you it's a little more than when you expect it. I usually time it & it took 17 minutes for the Dutch baby to arrive. If you ordered something else besides this, in case your waitress didn't ask you, let them know if you'll like your other orders to come before or together with your Dutch baby. In my case with my fiancé we ordered other sides like hashbrown, corned beef hash & bacon which was served later too instead of before our 17 minute wait. The corned beef hash was burnt, bacon wasn't crispy & hashbrown was okay. The Dutch baby however was hot, yummy & just right. The custard in the middle is buttery, a little fluffy & condiments such as powdered sugar, lemon wedges & butter were also provided. I prefer the plain flavor as it is alone can be too rich! Service was okay, it was busy as always & food was served accordingly before the promised time. Cleanliness was a hit & miss, I did catch my table on the sticky side. There's always alot of tourists who come here hence the reason it can get crowded so easily. There is parking upstairs or at the back and yes they will validate your ticket for you.

    (3)

  • Mia L.

    8.20.10: Meh!! Waitress was rude. The food was bleh, the pankcakes were too fluffy for my taste. Or should I say I just don't like eating air? It's weird you have to try it for yourself. I really don't know what the rave was about at all. The hash browns my niece had was very soggy, but luckily I had a chance to taste my sisters corned beef hash. She had crispy one. Oh and to top it off the place was really cold. That was food, service and ambiance..What a no no.. I don't think I would come here again.

    (2)

  • Anita C.

    I love coming here for breakfast however there is always a line! So try and get there early and if you want the special pancakes, make sure you let them know when you put your name on the list so they can start making it right away and by the time you sit, it might just be ready. Portions are big - I usually have a doggie bag. I enjoy their corned beef hash but it seems like times are a little rough now so it's more potatoes that corned beef - not cool... Not a place to really socialize since it's always packed unless you are there on a weekday right when they open.

    (5)

  • Courtney S.

    This place definitely has a mom and pop feel to it. Like your sitting in your grandma's kitchen. My boyfriend and I wanted breakfast one morning, this restaurant is extremely close to our house so we thought we'd try it out. I ended up ordering the Pineapple Pancakes and a side of hash browns. I really enjoyed my order, it was very tasty and came with pineapple syrup. Though the portion size was huge, I could hardly eat half. My boyfriend ordered the Spinach Omelet with rice as his side. He wasn't to pleased with the omelet and thought it had the texture of paper. He was certain it was made with egg batter but the waitress assured him it was real egg, 3 to be exact. The rice was the best part of his meal, so he said. Our waitress was really nice but you only get little tiny glasses for a beverage. She only came back to fill our water once, and that was because my boyfriend said he would like more. Overall, I would give them 3 stars because it wasn't great but it wasn't awful. Portions are good size for the money. But like I said if you want that small town feel this place is perfect. We will probably give it another try but just stick to pancakes or crepes.

    (3)

  • Jo C.

    The banana pancakes were great - not too sweet but tasty enough that syrup is not needed and just the right amount of fluffiness without being dry. I'm not usually able to finish a whole stack of pancakes, but even the leftovers were delicious. The wait staff is so nice and welcoming, definitely gives the place a at-home feel. I also had the breakfast plate with eggs over easy and corned beef hash. I wouldn't recommend this - the eggs were under done, closer to raw (even less cooked than sunny side up), the texture of the hash was too mushy, corned beef was a bit too stringy, and there wasn't much flavor. The pancakes make up for this mediocre part of the meal. Parking in the garage is free with stamp from the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Jayson D.

    I'll admit up front, I'm a pancake snob. I like my pancakes thick, but also light and fluffy. Dense, clammy frisbees don't do it for me. So imagine my disappointment when I received from the Original PANCAKE House pancakes that fit my latter description. Add to that the fact that this place is so tiny that waits to get in would irritate even Methusalah, and you've got a place that I'd rather simply avoid. I'd hoped that when you have the word "pancake" in your name that at least these food items would shine. If you want them thin, dense, and boring, then order up. Otherwise, I would direct you to the pancakes at Big City Diner or MAC 24-7 (in Waikiki). At these places you'll get them thick, light, and fluffy--just like the ones you see on TV. Staff were harried, but not unfriendly. You can just really tell that they're really working hard to keep up with the long lines. It's tough to sit and enjoy your meal because you're always worried about hurrying up so you can create space for the next person. I don't like this for my first meal of the morning. The little dining room is decorated cutely, but this does little to offset your initial wait, your rushed meal, and your so-so food. I'm okay with no-frills breakfasts, but that's not how this place sells itself. Either ramp up the pancakes to justify your name, or slip backward into the more "fast foody" breakfast places (e.g., Koa Pancake House, Pancakes and Waffles) that don't promise more than they deliver. A hui hou!

    (2)

  • James H.

    Breakfast is my favorite meal! I'm sure it's most peoples favorite meal right? The Original Pancake House sets its self apart from the competition by offering that home made feeling from all their dishes. Pros - The food is good. Nothing special, you can't really make Bacon, Eggs and Rice that much better than somewhere else. Their pancakes are delicious and not to thick. Maple syrup is normal. Cons - Long Lines!! Too many tourist are going to this place which is good for the restaurant but bad for the locals that have to wait an hour to sit. Waitresses are awful. They don't acknowledge you until you call them over to order. It takes them forever to refill your drinks and if they make an mistake on your order, they somehow spin it as if it's your fault. Pretty expensive for breakfast. Would I come back? - Yes Would I recommend this place? Yes

    (2)

  • Florence K.

    I don't often make it in time to eat breakfast. I'm either up really early only because I have class, or I'm not up until 3 in the afternoon, especially when I sleep at 5 in the morning the night before. Luckily, this past weekend, the boyfriend and I were up early enough to catch breakfast. YES! We were up before 11, and most breakfast places are still open at this time...I think. You wouldn't believe that breakfast is actually my favorite meal of the day, if you knew that I don't really actually get to eat out for breakfast and just have to deal with my usual milk and cereal. The Original Pancake House was close and convenient to go to. They have free parking with validation in the structure so just drive up that ramp, and parking is plentiful. There was a bunch of people standing outside so we were dreading the wait, however, just as we walked in, the waitress/hostess said we could have a table immediately after the busser was done cleaning up the table. So after a minute wait, we were seated. The menu consists of your typical breakfast items. A page dedicated to omelettes, a page dedicated to pancakes. They have French toast and waffles as well, but the main things were the omelettes and pancakes. I really wanted meat and eggs, but I also wanted to try their pancakes, since they are called the Pancake House. I decided to go with their Junior Plate. It comes with two of their buttermilk pancakes, two strips of bacon or sausage, and an egg in your choice of style. Those pancakes were pretty bomb. It was light and fluffy, and melted in my mouth. So Yummy. The eggs (I got them scrambled) were so delicious too. So perfectly scrambled eggs. Ughh, I need to start waking up in time for breakfast the days I don't have class. I really want to try some of their other things...including the other styles of pancakes ESPECIALLY their Dutch baby or their 49er Flapjacks.

    (4)

  • A.J. F.

    This is place is absolutely wonderful if you love eating really shitty food and paying high prices for it. I am actually dumbfounded to why anybody comes here at all, and I am speaking from complete sincerity. The coffee is watered down, probably to cover up the shitty quality. We got an omelette and strawberry waffles... the eggs were all fluff, tasted like nothing, hash browns were the frozen kine, strawberries were the awful frozen kind as well. Terrible. All this for a hefty bill. If you're looking for good breakfast food, go somewhere else!!!

    (1)

  • Nicole R.

    There's always a line out the door on weekends for a table at this ever-popular spot - so be prepared for a wait! The decor is a total throwback to family-style restaurants of the 70s -- wood paneling on the walls, dark ceramic tile floors, wallpaper - you get the picture. And the service is great -- every muumuu-clad waitress I've ever had here has been incredibly friendly, fast and attentive. The omelets are delicious and come served with your choice of toast, hash browns or a short stack of pancakes...go for the pancakes!!! I usually go for the veggie or the potato omelet. I've also had their house special omelet which has a decidedly Italian taste - incredibly hearty, so make sure you come with an appetite. The portions here are absolutely ginormous, so you can always plan to bring home leftovers - seriously, I'm lucky to get through half my plate. Oh, and one of my favorite tips is to order a side of lingonberry butter to put on the pancakes. Trust me - it's deeelish! The one thing I really wish they would fix here is the coffee...without exception, I've always found it to taste strongly of chlorine, which is a huge disappointment.

    (4)

  • Hashim A.

    If you've dined at any Original Pancake House outside of Florida (the one's there have a little different menu), you know what you're getting. This one is no different. No matter what Original Pancake House I've dined at, the pancakes have the same distinct flavor and texture, that I know and love. You can find that here at this one as well. The coconut syrup was an added touch that I appreciate. Too bad they don't serve turkey sausage like the ones in Florida do. Only other drawback is it's a 10 minute drive from Waikiki, but if you have a car, you should make the trip at least once (or twice).

    (4)

  • Kathy C.

    Buckwheat pancakes are superb! The only downfall was no fresh berries. They had frozen blueberries and papaya for fruit. Tea was Lipton mint. not the best, but did the job. Service was GREAT. Really nice waitresses and prompt service. Atmosphere is a bit dingy and dark, but totally fine really. There is an outdoor patio (no view).

    (4)

  • Compassionate R.

    I love pancake house! Have to go early in the morning . They really have good prices verses Likelike Druve in. For pancakes eggs and bacon $6.50. Likelike pancakes $7.95 and side order bacon $4.95. Craving for oatmeal this morning.

    (5)

  • Cody Z.

    Ate breakfast about 2 weeks ago. Had the basic scrambled eggs, bacon, hashed browns, white toast, Pepsi. Decent, well prepared, if unspectacular food. Only 10 bucks Disappointed the hash browns are those pre-prepared ones you buy in the frozen food section of the store. Definately not freshly made. But they were edible Portions were okay I left happy Must try the pancakes next time, and see if this place lives up to its' name.

    (3)

  • Jaynie K.

    I've seen stories about The Original Pancake House on the Travel Channel and Food Network. The gorgeous shots of delicious pancakes flipping on the grill, big beautiful Dutch Baby pancakes being pulled out of the oven, and the mouthwatering omelets... Today, I went to The Original Pancake House for the first time, and it was everything I hoped it would be. A small cozy interior, dimmed lighting, and yummy smells wafting from the kitchen. The servers were busy, but warm and welcoming. Once I looked at the menu, I was instantly taken by the idea of a "Potato Omelet"... fluffy light egg omelet hugging a soft tasty core of seasoned potatoes, crispy salty bacon pieces, and chopped green onion. All of it was smothered in a rich sour cream sauce that was just heaven!!! And the accompanying stack of three pancakes... light, buttery, and melt in your mouth delicious! The pancakes were a little bit savory, for lack of a better word, and that combined with the sweet syrup=ZOMG.

    (4)

  • Craig I.

    Always super crowded so make sure to get there early. Can't go wrong with breakfast here. Haven't had a bad meal ever. Servers are always friendly.

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    Went to the pancake house at 11:00 and there was a line, but our wait (2 people) was only 15 minutes. And they were true to their word. I was really craving eggs, not pancakes, but I ordered portuguese sausage, eggs, and pancakes. The staff was attentive and the food was made quickly. Overall, the pancakes weren't my favorite a little heavy for my taste, but when I added the regular syrup it was better. Next time I will have to try and "special syrup."

    (3)

  • Aline T.

    LOCATION: We all drive along Kapiolani, and you've probably seen the tall, dark building that houses this lil place. Just keep a lookout on the right side. It's housed along with Shabu Shabu, Dream Vision Eyewear and some spanky clothes places. PARKING: Parking is in the back. Look for it when you go around the building. You'll have to pay and I can't remember if OPH validates. I do remember it was below $5 because any higher, and I'd be angry enough to remember. SERVICE: Nice old ladies that take your order. Organization is a bit scattered, but no harm, no harm. Occasionally a guy pushing a cart will come to collect dishes. The interior reminds me of the old Columbia Inn on Waialae. FOOD: Hash was good. It's not that glop that comes out of a can and tastes of just salt. I want to say it's almost like homemade. I'd like a plate topped with hash, hash and more hash. Belgian waffle with strawberries was soggy because they use thawed frozen strawberries. I'd prefer fresh. PRICE: It's about $9 for most plate items here, rounded up. Not cheap. OVERALL: Not bad. Probably somewhere I'd eat once a year.

    (3)

  • Patricia P.

    Old and dingy on the inside...It would be kind to call it a homey feel or 70s charm. The food was OK and the corned beef has was homemade, which was nice. But I just had way better food, service and overall experience at Liliha Bakery. Oh, those hot cakes!! They torture me in my dreams! If time travel was possible I'd trade my visit to The Original Pancake House with an extra one at Liliha. But since I can't turn back time, I'll just issue this hint for you other savvy Yelpers! 'A'ole pilikia! ;)

    (2)

  • Joseph R.

    FOOD: 3/5. About average for big breakfasts that aren't Denny's or IHOP. SERVICE: 4/5. Although it's about average, the waiters are always friendly when I've been here. The wait line is annoying, but hey...that's how they want to do it here. SETTING: 3/5. Parking seems like it's usually a pay garage attached, although this last time was free. It's dineresque within with a clanky, pleasant hustle & bustle. Is this place a Must-Visit...no. Is it a fun breakfast place if you're looking for one...for sure! VALUE: under $20 per person for big breakfast and juice/coffee.

    (3)

  • Billy W.

    The Dutch Baby, macadamia nut pancakes were the bomb!! Great service, awesome spot! Check it out.

    (4)

  • Amy S.

    This chain is one of my favs back in NJ. So, I was super pumped to find one in HI! I got the spinach omelettes, which here includes bacon!!! Then my side of plain pancakes. I need a sweet and salty breakfast!! The coffee was good, and continually replaced! My only notes- and reasons that I would maybe make this review a 3.5, the egg in my omelette was a bit frothy (maybe they added water?) And the portions are not as big as in NJ--- usually I can never finish my omelette, but this one was totally eatable... this could be a good thing as I tend to overeat here!! Also, the waitresses were super smiley and friendly... which is always a plus! I would def. go back!

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    Pancakessssssss....nomnomnom

    (4)

  • Robert C.

    Tried, true, a favorite. Granted, you need to first know what you're walking into: -Ambiance, if you can call it that, is casual and homely. -Style of cuisine is good 'ole fashion pancakes and omelets - no frills here. -If you expect 'home-made,' you may be disappointed. Yes, they use frozen hashbrowns and, yes, they make no qualms about putting a bottle of Heinz 57 on the table, lol. -If you come here on a Sunday morning . . . get right back in your car and start it up again . . . leave. Don't even try it. The wait for a table can be obscene. That said . . . I really do thoroughly enjoy coming here for breakfast. The pancakes are always good, as are the omelets. I usually get the buckwheat pancakes (which kick serious ass) with mac nuts and chocolate chips cooked inside and I like the sugar-free syrup you can get if you ask them. Also, if you aren't in a rush-- the German-style pancakes that take like 45 minutes? Worth. It. They're a nice, crispy-edged change to the simple, everyday pancake. A delightful plus is that besides the food being simple and delicious, the people who work there are ALWAYS so nice. Each waitress I've gotten there with very few exceptions, seems like they genuinely like working, not only with each other, but at that establishment. They seem like they care and are sincere when they service the table. Additional niceties: Parking is validated at the front where you pay and it's free. I've never left here hungry. I took my dad here the other day and, once again, had a filling and satisfying experience. Bottom line - don't expect too much; come anticipating a casual atmosphere and filling, delicious non-fancy breakfast foods and you'll be happy you came.

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    What really sticks out for me is the service! FOOD: 3/5 If it wasn't for the Forty Ninener that our server recommended, I wouldn't be as hung up about this place as I am now. The Forty Ninener is not a pancake dish, it is 3 layers of plain crepes. Yea, it doesn't sound so awesome, but once you taste it, it's another story. It is only dressed with butter and they give you syrup on the side. I think the simplicity of this dish (and the fact that it was cooked perfectly) is what makes this dish perfect after a heavy breakfast. We all ordered the corn beef hash breakfast combo and it was okay...I think it would have been a lot better if it wasn't as burnt on the edges, but overall it was okay and edible. SERVICE: 5/5 As mentioned earlier, the service at this place is superb. I don't usually go to pancake houses mainly because 1. almost everything they serve is starch based and 2. they have sooo many options that my indecisiveness can't handle it! We decided to go to The Original Pancake House for breakfast before our long day and I was initially amazed that these skillful ladies can operate so quickly in long dresses! Our server was very friendly and I think she sensed that we don't frequent pancake houses often or at all so she took her time with us and gave us recommendations. Now the "wow" part for me was not particularly our server but it was the chef! In most restaurants one would usually never see the chef that cooks the food, but not this place! One of the chefs served the table next to us! It has been some time since I've seen a chef serve food to someone who is a non-celebrity or non-politcally-influential. That won them jumbo stars with me. PRICE: 5/5 This place is pretty decently priced for location, and type of food/establishment (i.e pancake house). I paid $13 before tip but note I shared the Forty Ninener with 2 other people and we split it 3 ways. AMBIANCE: The place is inside a commercial plaza and hence it is a bit dark and their dim yellow lighting didn't help that much but I guess it suites the style. Also, I dont know if it was just that time I was there but I kept on hearing this game show sound (the sound one will hear on a game like Wheel of Fortune or something). Im not sure if it was intentional but it gives the place some unique flare. PARKING: They have a private parking garage in the back. I believe it is paid parking but the time we went there the machine was broken so the guy didn't charge us! (yay!!) There is also street parking around the area. OVERALL: 4/5 Im not all too picky when it comes to a regular run of the mill, non-special day out type of meal so even if they burnt my corn beef hash a bit, I wouldn't complain. But I would definitely go back for the Forty Ninener and for the wonderful service. I really appreciate the type of service this team has to offer and I love how the chefs also serve their customers along side the servers. It really shows maturity, team work, passion for their business, and genuine care for their customers. If you think about it, they could've left the orange juice and plate of pancakes for the servers to take to the customers, but that little extra step really brought them to another level. I'd go back again just to support such a wonderful team!

    (4)

  • Thumy W.

    It was a Monday morning, and the hubby and I were desperate for some pancakes. We live nearby, so we decided to go to the Original Pancake House. Getting to the restaurant from the parking structure was a little confusing since the parking elevator was broken, but we made it safely. There was no wait since it was late on a Monday morning. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient. I ordered the Portuguese sausage omelet and my husband got the coconut pancakes. The omelet was disappointing. It was enormous, and the eggs were fluffy and thick. But I expected the sausage to be salty, greasy and spicy (did I mention I LOVE Portuguese sausage?) but the stuff in the omelet had no flavor. It was dry and bland (for Portuguese sausage). The coconut pancakes with coconut syrup was delicious, like eating Mounds filling on a pancake. It was super sweet, but so tasty that you don't care that you're getting diabetes. I would have given the review 3 stars except for an incident with some tourists. Halfway through our meal, a group of four tourists came in. They didn't speak/understand English very well. Their waitress (NOT ours, who was really nice) was VERY rude to them. When they didn't understand, she repeated everything she said loudly and slowly in a condescending way. She knew one word in Japanese, (something -mono) and kept repeating it over and over to them, very loudly, at least a dozen times, until they pointed to what they wanted on the menu. It was a horrible way to treat any customer. We will definitely avoid this place from now on, and tell our friends to do the same.

    (2)

  • Jin Hee K.

    This is a great breakfast restaurant! I've been coming here for years, but i never had their Dutch baby....until last week. Mmmm!! Ono!!! Yummers!!! Why did it take me so long to try this? I guess the fact that it takes 20-25 min to get was one reason. The trick is to order it as soon as you walk in. It's perfect to share because it's big.

    (5)

  • Troy M.

    Popular breakfast place for locals. My wife loves this place, me not so much. Food is good here. But if your going here on weekends be prepared to wait a while. To better enjoy this place go on weekday when its not so crazy. I Omelette are awesome. The Apple Pancake is a must try. Note it takes 40 mins to make. If you waiting for a table you can pre order this. Its more of a dessert dish than a meal. Service is average and i find the bus boys more friendly the the waitresses. The coffee cups are tiny and need refilling but the waitress is usually swamped so you have to wait.

    (3)

  • Jeff T.

    49er flap jacks are good and like a crepe. The Dutch oven thing is good and also kinda crepey to me. The link sausage was tasty and crispy on the outside. Better than Koa Pancake House.

    (4)

  • Shandis C.

    Being that we are going from a family of 3 to a family 4 any day now, my husband and I decided that we would make the most of our weekend, spending as much quality time with our 2 year old before her life is turned upside down with the introduction of a new baby to our family. Being that my daughter LOVES pancakes and eating at restaurants (yes people, she is a future yelper so be on the look out!), we decided to start off our day with breakfast at The Original Pancake House. We ended up here because our day "started" at 10:30, and we were looking for a place that served breakfast past 10:30. Original Pancake House it was! I found it on Yelp of course, and it had great reviews so I knew we couldn't go wrong! This was one of the best breakfasts we've had in a long time. There is nothing that can beat a good ol' "homecooked", old fashioned hearty breakfast! I am a lover of corned beef hash patties, and so far every breakfast place that I've been to, I've been satisfied, but nothing has really "hit the spot". Well OPH has done it...one bite into my corned beef hash patty and I was "mmmm-ing" through every other bite there after. It was perfectly crispy without being overly greasy, the corn beef was fresh and the potatoes were nice and mashed (the way I prefer it) compared to chunky bits. The scrambled eggs were nice and fluffy. My husband ordered pancakes and bacon, and I loved his bacon as well! Thick but still crispy and surprisingly "not" greasy, as far as bacon can "not" be greasy. I think they gave about 4 or 5 pieces too. Ironically, the pancakes were the thing I liked least at first, since they were much more on the heavy side, while I like my pancakes fluffy, but the more I tasted, I realized that it had a really good taste to it, buttery and even a hint of salt to it giving it a nice sweet and salty taste. The more I ate it, the more I liked it. My daughter at a WHOLE plate of pancakes, rice and scrambled eggs, and she almost never finishes a whole plate of food. I'm usually big on ambiance, and while this place doesn't have the most up to date ambiance, there's something about it that is very cozy, homey and comfortable. And the waitresses were like all like "Aunties" serving us breakfast in their own home. We left OPH feeling like we had the perfect morning, and it really quite was. Once life settles down after having a new born, I know that our family will be coming back often. In fact, one of my best friends' family comes here almost every Sunday morning for breakfast, and now I know why! We might just have to make OPH one of our family's weekend traditions too!

    (5)

  • Antonia G.

    We came here for breakfast after a strenuous hike up to Diamond Head. The wait was about 20 minutes and the place was packed! You have to sign in at the hostess stand there really isn't anyone just hanging out there. The place is old and kind of dingy but obviously super popular. There are a couple of Original Pancake House locations in Orange County but none this busy! Our waitress was super slow, in fact the people who sat next to us who had been seated before us were pissed when our food came out first. I had a potato bacon omelet and Brian had a spinach omelet. I had pancakes on the side which were good and fluffy. The sauce on my omelet was so good and I have no idea what it was but I could have licked my plate. Brian got hash browns with his omelet and he was sorely disappointed. The hash browns were those kind that you can buy in the freezer section at the store that are already formed into an oblong type patty. Needless to say they were not good.

    (4)

  • Thi D.

    For some reason, I associate Hawaii with good pancakes; it must be because of that one time I had the most amazing banana pancake at Kountry Kitchen on Kauai. Anyway, I didn't even order pancake at The Original Pancake House; I wanted to try the dutch baby, but it takes 30 minutes to make and I had a flight to catch so I went for the corned beef hash with hash browns and sunny side up eggs. I mixed the eggs into the hash and it was delicious. I had several bites of the banana pancake with the coconut syrup--omg, so good! The pancake was so light and fluffy and amazing with the syrup. I also tried a bite of the bacon pancake, which was a perfect mouthful of light fluffiness and savory crunchiness from the bacon bits. The wait wasn't too long; we came at 9:30ish and had to wait about 20 mins. The staff is very friendly and attentive; I always had warm coffee in my cup.

    (4)

  • Grace M.

    Hands down the best buttermilk pancakes there is! The waitresses still wear muumuus and the atmosphere reminds me of old style kitchen. Very laid back but everyone here is really friendly. The only downside to the Ala Moana location is it gets busy with the tourists.. So it can get a little busy

    (5)

  • Carly D.

    It was OK. I had a denver omelette which had little to no cheese (I could only detect a faint taste of cheese) and the green peppers were cut into too large chunks, and there were not enough onions. The pancakes were decent but not super fresh. They seemed to have been sitting out for a few minutes before our food came out. The coffee and service was good though!

    (3)

  • April B.

    I was suppose to get the belgian waffles but opted for the sweet bread french toast with eggs and sausage.. and it was goood! I bet their waffles are awesome too, will definitely try it next time. Its a busy brunch place, no wonder.

    (4)

  • Dawn Y.

    I loved going to IHOP Kane'ohe, but since they closed we decided to try the one in Waikiki--a big mistake! Everything they did right at Kane'ohe has entered an alternative Fringe universe here. The hostess was a confused old woman who kept calling out names of people who were already seated, crossing out names of those of us waiting, and creating major confusion for everyone, including herself. Once we finally got seated, the server was smarmy and seemed surprised that we would ask such questions as what specials they had, internet access, options, etc. Our breakfast was cold: pancakes cold and stuck together, bacon greasy ovefried and limp, and my teapot went unfilled until it was time for the bill. After paying, neither the server or the manager at the door asked us to return--I guess they knew we wouldn't.

    (1)

  • Lahela N.

    I've never seen so many sour faced ladies in my life. Gods forbid you take up too much of their time without paying for it. Great food, speedy, HORRIBLE "service". Go to the other Pancake House, avoid this one at all costs if you want to be treated like a human being.

    (2)

  • Jarod H.

    Four stars. Breakfasts are filling and good. Prices are a bit higher than average, but you do come out super stuffed. It's another nostalgic place to eat. Wish I had some nostalgia for this restaurant, but I don't. It does have that nice 60's-70's ambiance to the joint.

    (4)

  • Peter M.

    Went here last weekend with a big party, food is always great and the service is always wonderful, luckily we didn't have to wait long for a table for 9, the kids enjoyed the pancakes, omelets selections are great, and "real" corned beef hash! Gotta try the Dutch Baby, but order it as you get seated because it takes a while to make.

    (5)

  • Stacey L.

    My review is based on the rude service we received from our waitress this morning. She didn't even respond when we would nicely ask for things like syrup or a take out box. We just got an irritated look then her back as she walked away. We ordered our food, and she gave us dirty utensils. I had to wait for her to come back before I could ask for clean utensils and two glasses of water, since she didn't ask us if we wanted something to drink. When our food came out, she still hadn't given us new utensils. She walked away so quickly that I couldn't say anything. So we sat with our food getting cold until she was close enough to call over about not returning utensils to us. SO FREAKINGg Rude!!!

    (2)

  • Bessie Y.

    Service is good and food is above average. We tried the corn beef omelette and the apple pan cake,both taste good.

    (4)

  • Dawna W.

    I was in the area while waiting on an oil change. Found this place on Yelp! Figured I'd give it a shot. It was super easy to locate. Didn't have to worry about parking since I walked to the restaurant. My husband and I were seated in about 5 minutes which is great! The menu was simple and I loved all the choices. Our waitress was friendly. I ordered coffee, water, the Junior Plate(?) buttermilk pancakes, bacon or sausage, and eggs. I also ordered a side of hashbrowns. My husband ordered the veggie omelette and it came with buttermilk pancakes. The pancakes were amazing! The coffee was good! Everything else was ok. The omelette was slightly overcooked. I'd go back for the pancakes, coffee, & good prices. Oh and to see the photos on the wall of Paul Walker - may he rest in peace.

    (4)

  • JoAnn A.

    Another lovely Yelp find for us one morning. We were craving breakfast food, and this was the place to go. I remember thinking it was in kind of a random spot, within a business-looking building, but don't let that throw you off! I enjoyed the cozy, quaint feeling this place gave me when we came in. It was filled with people for sure, but I remember just getting that feeling somehow when we came in. Again, I apologize for not being as descriptive since it's been some time, but food we got was very good! We felt like what we were eating was a genuine, homemade meal that you'd find at your parents house. Price wise, it was pretty reasonable I would say.

    (4)

  • Aiko S.

    Their pancake was good! I really liked the coconut syrup! So yummy:)

    (4)

  • Suzanne T.

    Awesome breakfast special if you come early (before 8am, I think) - one egg how you like it, choice of meat, and starch. I get the pancakes with scrambled egg and sausage. Great deal (about $5) and a delicious start to your day! We work across the street and I only just tried them for lunch. Not their forte, obviously. The teri chicken sandwich was okay. Wait staff has been there FOREVER and they are really, really nice. Love them.

    (4)

  • S Y.

    There are two things I am constantly Yelping... desserts & breakfast/brunch. Waffles, pancakes, French toast, and crepes are my desserts for breakfast. Do I recommend The Original Pancake House? I do, if you love sweets for breakfast! There are two things I go here for and that's the Dutch Baby or the Apple Pancake. The Dutch Baby is crepe-ish/custard-ish on the bottom and inside with crisp raised sides. Spread some whipped butter everywhere, sprinkle or shower with some powdered sugar and squeeze the hell out of them lemon wedges and you're all set to pig out! The Apple Pancake is a little more richer, gooey with a cinnamon sugar glaze and sliced apples. It's as big as the pan it's baked in and the leftovers are good for snacking on with ice cream like apple pie a la mode! Anything else I've tried at The Original Pancake Houses just weren't memorable.

    (3)

  • Kawika F.

    Great food long wait. This is a nice little place. The food was great, I ate Mac nut pancakes. Price was good and wait service was as expected. The major down side was we waited 45 minutes to be seated but the food was great.

    (4)

  • Janie F.

    Their potato omelette is Soooooo good! They baked it and their potato is light and fluffy!

    (5)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: america's finest pancake house! something good: one of my favorite breakfast places! i love the homey feel of the restaurant and how whenever i come here i always see the same familiar faces working : ) ! they are open super early so it's the perfect place to go before you start your day! i love people watching here while i eat my breakfast, lots of people working and eating or reading the paper! everything i've tried is so good, but i get the same thing whenever i come here. i also love the pancakes here! you need to get them to complete your meal, they are perfectly fluffy and delicious : ) ! something not so good: the lines for breakfast can be long! but that's how you know this place has the heart of many! something to try: potato omelette & pancakes

    (5)

  • Kaori I.

    This is one of my favorite pancake restaurants in Hawaii. Old American interior with friendly waitress. Need to line up but it's worthwhile!!!

    (5)

  • Tiarra E.

    I'm not a big breakfast fan, but I do enjoy this place a lot. I usually get the corned beef hash with eggs and rice. The corned beef is really good, it's regular corned beef (not from the can) and chopped potatoes, cooked until the outside is crispy. I also like the lemon and guava crepes. The lemon crepe comes with powdered sugar and the guava comes with a guava sauce. The crepes are probably the best I've had, they're just what you think a crepe should taste like. The servers are really friendly, however the lines tend to get long, but I never had to wait over 30 minutes

    (4)

  • Greg S.

    The food here is 5/5, it's that good. Pancakes are the best here. Best here vs. anywhere--ever! Omelets have this unique fluffiness that is so wonderful! If you are a bit more adventurous and have some extra time order a Dutch baby--powdered sugar and lemon required. Gotta try the German Apple Thing next time ;)

    (5)

  • Kory M.

    I'm from Hawaii but never ate at this place. I guess they been around for a while... Inside has that old style look. Waiters were very nice and treated people family style. They knew their regulars there, saying to some of them that they haven't seen them for a while. The food, I ordered the Denver omelet. Ham, green peppers, onions and cheese. It was good. What was most different was how it came out. The eggs were so fluffy! I wonder how they made it like that? It also came with pancakes. They were ok. They also serve fresh squeezed OJ. Lots of pulp. Overall good. Would return to get those fluffed omelettes.

    (3)

  • Jake C.

    Finally writing a review for this place after my third trip here. One thing that you HAVE to get when you come here are the pancakes. Doesn't matter which ones, they're all good! The original buttermilk pancakes are so fluffy and good! They aren't huge like the newer places nowadays, but they're still amazing. I really like that you can get any breakfast/omelette with a choice of 3 buttermilk pancakes, rice, or toast. The prices are pretty low as well here! (Besides the Orange Juice for 3.75 lol) However, it can get a bit busy in the morning, especially on Sundays, so if you're fine to wait until around brunch (10-11ish) the wait might be better. Rachel and I went on a Monday so it wasn't very busy. If you ever want a good, quick breakfast, look for Original Pancake House! (July 2013 Review 3/31)

    (4)

  • Cobra K.

    Awesome pancakes and breakfast spot! Great thing that they open up at 6am. Not the easiest place to find but after finding some street parking, I came in and ordered the Portuguese omelet with pancakes. Huge portions and so good! Broke da mouth!

    (4)

  • Michele P.

    So disappointed! Took forever to be served then my pancakes were cold and my daughter had a bug in her rice! The corned beef was even bland!

    (1)

  • Lily B.

    Original Pancake house is goooood...just check the long line. Order your Dutch Baby early or choose any of their other awesome standards. 49ers are thin and crepey good. Bacon is thick and crispy. Omelets are oven puffed and the hash is house made. All of it is consistently very good. Be ready to wait in line, or come at an off time. Don't be afraid to ask servers for anything, they are busy but will accommodate.

    (5)

  • S. Rene' P.

    Pretty good breakfast of Portuguese sausage, rice, eggs & pancakes. Love the coconut syrup here. We sat out on the Lani which was nice & shaded. Our server was junk. She only came to our table twice. 1. To take our order 2. Deliver our food & bill. No water refills or checking to see if we needed anything else. The Food is great, our specific waitress horrible.

    (3)

  • Ashley R.

    The best pancakes I have ever eaten in my life. No contest! They offer 3 different syrups which I believe they make there in the restaurant. So good. The omelets are amazing as well. This place is usually pretty busy but the service is still fast - and very friendly I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good breakfast. You won't be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Delilah A.

    Corned beef hash made with real corned beef and not the can stuff. The pancakes are awesome- light and fluffy with coconut syrup. Uh Yum! I also tried a bite of my co-workers 49er breakfast- super moist, crepe like pancake...I would def order those next time I go.

    (4)

  • Rik C.

    I've been going to the Kalihi location sporadically for 20 some-odd years. I wonder how many people realize this place is like a frozen time machine for the old Oregon Logger Pancake Houses? Oregon doesn't have them anymore, but we still do! Went to the Kapiolani location today (less crowded). I like the Garden Omelette (lotsa vegetables) and buckwheat pancakes (can't get them anywhere anymore). Add boysenberry syrup and coconut syrup; they have a tomato sauce for the eggs. Ono, masarap, oishi!

    (5)

  • Nina T.

    Yumm. So glad our taxi driver said best breakfast on Oahu. Doesnt have any curb appeal as inside office building. Inside little retro and dark. But amazing food. Loved the '49er' pancake which was like stack of crepes. The Apple Pancake was like open face apple pie. We ate as desert which worked out well cause took 45 minutes but well worth the wait. Omelets huge and fluffy. Gotta love recommendations from the locals.

    (4)

  • Jody S.

    OMG you can't go wrong with this traditional hole-in-the-wall breakfast joint. Perfect for early am meetings, weekend fuel stops for power shopping and simply for filling little tummies with yummy breakfast treats! The kids, clients and the fam-bam totally love this place!! The omelets are delish and filling. Pancakes are light and fluffy. Perfection in the am.

    (4)

  • Ellen C.

    Pretty solid breakfast. I liked this place just because they have quick service and was able to seat a table of about 10 people real quick. Their island syrup is amazing! Ask for it because you'll just get the regular maple otherwise. I got the jr's breakfast and was pretty stuffed. Didn't get to try what the other yelpers recommended because the portions are HUGE.

    (4)

  • Kikumi P.

    Grabbed breakfast here while waiting on our car to be serviced. Amaaaazing! There was a line but we were still seated quickly. Potato omelette and banana pancakes were perfect.

    (5)

  • Ruel R.

    Had the corned beef hash with hash browns and eggs. It's pretty good better than Anything I've had in awhile. My favorite was actually the hash browns hah! Anyways, definitely a good place to eat. Get there early, it can get busy quickly.

    (4)

  • Joy N.

    I love the Original Pancake House! They have two locations, this one, which is locaetd on Kapiolani in between Princess Brides and Gyukaku and another one in Kalihi. We came to the Kapiolani one on a Sunday and found street parking right in front. (Parking is in the structure otherwise, but I don't like to park there since the elevators are super slow and old and the stalls are very small). When we went to put our names down for a table, we were nervous since there were a bunch of parties waiting outside and when I saw the list, there was at least 8 people in front of us. I told my bf to just wait for about 15 minutes and we could go eat somewhere else if it took too long. However, I noticed that the tables were being turned around sooo quickly that we were seated in about 10-15 minutes! I was shocked! When we were seated at our table, our waitress came up to us right away and took our drink orders. She was so attentive and friendly. I usually order my regular here-- the plain crepes, which are sprinkled with powder sugar. Sooooooo delicious! Their crepes really taste just like thin pancakes. Also, I ordered a side bacon and they were quite generous with the bacon-- I think they gave like 5-6 thick slices! Overall, I love this place. It has such a homey feel and the service is always great!

    (4)

  • Kaz S.

    Finally managed to eat here. As others have pointed out, weekends carry a long wait and it's not a large dining room. Tuesday morning at 7:30 AM was perfect, no wait. I kept it simple with a plain Belgian Waffle, bacon and hash browns. Waffle was excellent, the side of bacon was four pieces, all large and the waitress even asked how I'd like it cooked, medium or crispy. I have never before been asked how I'd like my bacon done. The surprising thing were the hash browns. They were run of the mill store bought squares. Tasted fine, not greasy or anything but surprising given the quality and naturalness of the rest of the meal. Guess if it works it works.

    (4)

  • Chanel I.

    Everyone cleaned off their plate....need I say more? :) only thing was the sausages, hash brown, and corned beef hash were kinda burnt.

    (4)

  • Kaiser M.

    Service sucks. Food is really good. Yummy pancakes and French toast and their omelettes are really really hot but totally worth the slightly burned tongue just cause they're so tasty! The waitresses can stand to be nicer though ....and more attentive.

    (4)

  • Michelle W.

    The Swedish pancakes are to die for. Big thick strips of bacon very crunchy! I love coming here

    (5)

  • Katsumi I.

    I like their pancakes and omelette. Their service is ok. But what happened to their Dutch Baby? It used be mucho higher and edge was same height and crispier. Location is good but parking is sometimes troublesome.

    (3)

  • Sharon O.

    Lingonberry butter on Swedish Pancakes are awesome! And if you're a bacon fan, see if you can get the Bits o' Bacon pancakes or share with someone on your table. It's not heavy on the bacon, but when we ordered it, the bits were pretty evenly distributed throughout. Add the maple syrup on top of it, it is heavenly! There was another type of pancake that looks like it was baked in an oven. I have to go back and try that! The only downsides to this is the parking (it's a small structure) and the wait. We went around 10am and it was about a 20 minute wait or more. Other than that, the food came out pretty quickly and the service was friendly!

    (4)

  • Katelyn M.

    They have everything you could want for an American breakfast with local favorites! Even when they are slammed with a 20 minute wait the whole staff is friendly and ready to help you with a smile. You can park in the parking garage of the building and they validate, such a perk :-)

    (5)

  • Amber J.

    The most delicious home-made tasting pancakes that just melt in your mouth! The customer service is good and you get your food pretty quickly. One of my favorite places for breakfast.

    (4)

  • Kim M.

    NO SUBS Good, but not as good as I remember it being when I was a kid. Service isn't as genuine and they charge extra for everything; no substitutions. You'll be charged for the "extra" ingredients you want in your omelette, even if you choose to not have various other ingredient(s). There's no such thing as "substitute" at Pancake House, according to our server. (That's fine and dandy, but I swear the other Pancake House in Kalihi let me sub out ingredients before. Oh well.) FYI - The hash browns are the frozen kind, like the ones at McDonald's. (I am not a fan.) - The corned beef (as in the Corned Beef Omelette) is real corned beef. Not that oily, fake, canned one made from lard and lard. (Woohoo!) - In terms of the Corned Beef Omelette, you get to choose between "fluffy" or "flat." Go with the "fluffy." 49ERS FAN I will choose eggs over pancakes any day, but not over Pancake House's special Forty Niner Flapjacks! The Forty Niner Flapjacks are my favorite when it comes to Pancake House Pancakes. I love that chewy and gooey texture! It's so different and very much addictive. I am a proud Forty Niners Fan! LONG WAIT This restaurant can get really busy at peak breakfast and lunch hours, so be prepared to wait if anything. I've seen people lined up in the hallway waiting for a seat to open up! Craziness. VERDICT Even though this place may be a little rough around the edges (as in the service), the food is still good. A true "oldie, but goodie" in my eyes. Prices have definitely gone up over the years, so eat wisely if you're on a budget. 3.5 stars Yelp 365 - #282/365

    (3)

  • Amy Y.

    After my craving for waffles...again. I wanted to try some other places where I can eat some waffles. So like always I yelp places and found here. It looks like a very local style restaurant based on their environment and services.The service was okay. I ordered the macadamia waffle, my friends order this strawberry crepe and coconut pancakes..I think. I wasn't that satisfy with the food. I still think the Waffle and Pancake place has the best waffles I've eaten. So was kinda meh eating here. I was really full though.

    (3)

  • Alicia D.

    My boyfriend and I like to try breakfast places. We try to do a new one every weekend. We decided to try the pancake house. I thought it was a good selection of food with decent prices. It was clean and the servers were really nice. I thought that it was odd that they had them wear traditional hawaiian dresses? The food was good. I got the eggs, hash browns, bacon and pancakes. I didn't think it was anything super mind blowing. Definitely not worth a long wait in my opinion. Cons: building is really odd and we went down the stairs in the parking lot and got locked out of the building? The decor is super old and dingy feeling. It had an old home feeling but not in a good way. All in all it was good but not mind blowing. Maybe next time I will try a "signature dish."

    (3)

  • Gerry K.

    They must have a new cook, as the quality of the meals has gone downhill quite quickly. Even their staples, like Loco Moco have taken a big dip. Too much cheese on the omelets. Toast is horrible. Waitresses are so nice, but the food has taken a BIG dive downward. Try someplace else!!!

    (2)

  • N S.

    This place was absolutely delicious!!! The sweet French toasts were amazing and you must try the coconut syrup.I tried my husband's potato omelette and if it wasn't for the fact that I was already full, I would have finished it for him.

    (5)

  • Hendrix A.

    the BEST pancakes I've ever had PERIOD. A lot of the places that have specialty pancakes and sell their branded batter (eggs n things, boots and kimo) can't touch the pancakes here, that you get as a free starch option. The fancy ones are good here too, though I didn't care for the 49er. I usually order one of their fluffy, baked omelettes with pancakes AND rice (extra $$)- the potato omelette has bacon bits and is topped with a sour cream sauce: a must-try for people with a big appetite. The mushroom omelette and the spinach omelette are great as well. Their bacon is very thick cut and everything (except for the hash browns) tastes homemade. The wait staff is super friendly and although they tend to get pretty busy, it's worth the short wait. This is def my favorite breakfast spot and whenever a friend visits from the mainland, I make sure to take them here. *bring a sweater- it's usually pretty chilly in there

    (5)

  • Rissa K.

    Love this place! Got the Junior plate which came with 2 stacks of pancakes and 2 sausages or bacon with eggs. The pancakes were so delish and fluffy and warm! Butter was melted and whipped! They also have Macadamia nut pancakes and Blueberries and Choco Chip too! The wait is usually long but not bad if you come solo. Parking is free in the lot with validation. Great service. Will come back again!

    (4)

  • Kevin H.

    I'm not a local, I'll start by admitting. Here in Honolulu for nine days, and this is day three. Breakfast the first two days in the Ala Moana area was disappointing, so my wife and I were super happy to have a very pleasant experience here. We got there around 8am and there was a short wait to get seated. Server was very prompt, very friendly, got my coffee right away and gave us more time to look at the menu but was prompt in coming back to check on us. Pancakes and sweet bread french toast were right on. Lots of butter, real whipped cream, real eggs. Over all, a very solid breakfast. Price was affordable. Must better than Eggs n Things a block away, which uses fake whipped cream/Cool Whip and under-cooks their eggs.

    (4)

  • Kelly K.

    Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. A perfect morning for me includes the basics...hot coffee, pancakes/waffles, sausage/bacon and eggs. The Original Pancake House delivers every time. There is always a waiting list on weekends but it moves quickly. The service is top notch; fast, attentive, friendly, and good at what they do. The menu is vast but I always seem to gravitate towards the basics. No matter what I end up ordering, everything comes out hot, fresh, and tasty. This is a no-frills, old school, pancake house with reliable breakfast fare. Parking on weekends is free.

    (4)

  • David R.

    Jesus! Is what I cried out when I tried their pancakes! I don't know if it was the pancake itself or the syrup or the combinations of flavors swirling in my mouth from the bacon and eggs with toast but goddamn it was good and actually FILLING! Wish the restuarant was back where I live. LOVED their all natural organic juices made from fruit of Hawaii itself meaning it isn't cheap but i will pay for top quality anytime. The service was excellent and even the cooks came out to help out when the servers were busy. I forgot my bag as I left and a few moments later I see one of the cooks rush out to give me my bag that I forgot. They do pay attention to everything and others should really follow the example this place brings and the quality in its dishes. Next time ill try the Dutch pancake thing....it's ENORMOUS! I give this place 15 out of 5.

    (5)

  • Tai M.

    Decor looks like 1980s midwest...dark and brown. I like the pancakes. Not as good as Liliha Bakery, but good enough. Their omelettes are fluffy. I had the portuguese sausage omelette this weekend and the chunks were HUGE. I would have preferred them to be chopped up a bit more. It's a pretty decent place for breakfast. If you are looking for a solid meal, you'll get one. Warning: they don't have a side order of pancakes if you need to fulfill a sweet craving.

    (3)

  • Daniel N.

    If you love great tasting pancakes, this is it!!! It's hard to find places with exceptional pancakes. The pancake variety paired with great taste, make this place a must try. This place also serves up great omelettes and breakfast items. Be prepared to wait for awhile since it is very popular!! Definitely worth it!!

    (5)

  • Kenneth B.

    Fantastic potato omelet...hash browns. Pancakes are really good. Friendly staff. Will be back.

    (5)

  • Tiffany Y.

    Yelp 365 Challenge #110/365 (MLK Adventure) Never assume that because it's a holiday, people will be laying in bed scheming to cook their own breakfast to free up restaurants for you to be seated within 5-10 minutes. This past Monday after we dropped off our son at Ala Moana Beach Park, my husband's original intent was to make a stop at Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf at Ala Moana Shopping Center BUT there was a parade beginning by Magic Island parking lot and we had to turn around to get out of Ala Moana Beach Park. During this slow ride (he's a careful driver), I was already scheming to myself, "I don't want to just drink coffee nor do I want a fast breakfast at Zippy's--I want food! This is OUR MOMENT. No kids, no grandchild, nada... how can I open this up to suggest breakfast?" During this fast moment of thinking, other analytical thoughts came pushing through my mind, "where are you going to eat? Like Like Drive Inn?" Which I pushed to the side because I kept thinking that I need to experience something new to write on Yelp. His brain was already squinching because he needed his caffiene, so before the horns came out, I quickly suggested "Let's eat breakfast! I'm hungry" (sad, hungry look especially because I wasn't feeling well). "Okay, where do you want to go?" Look on Yelp to see what is near.. "Hey, let's go to Original Pancake House on Kapiolani". We locate it quickly, park in the parking garage, walk down the stairs because the elevator is slow and then we reach the doors leading to Original Pancake House. Is that a friggen line of people I see? Or are they waiting for the elevator? I squeeze my way through to write our name down on the list. I didn't get to inquire with the cashier / hostess about the wait time because the poor lady look frazzled and hair was almost in disarray because not only did she have to sit the customers, she had to contend with the hungry-looking customers waiting to be seated. Let me just say that not only were there local families but tourists also. Hello? Why did you all not go to one of the restaurants in Waikiki?! (Shame on me, I was grumbling too myself). I can smell the coffee and I'm thinking, "Pancakes or waffles? Pancakes or waffles?" 30 minutes later...we were seated... Served watered down coffee.... I was hungry that everything looked good and deviated from my original plan. I ordered their veggie / garden omelet that also included 3 stacks of pancakes. I cannot give it less than three stars because the food was not bad. The coffee...meh but it could have been the person designated to make coffee. Service was friendly and accommodating. But, quick? No. Kalihi and Kaneohe is actually faster and they are just as busy. Did the lines go down by the time we left? No. What did I learn from this experience? That there is Gyo-Taku and Shabu Shabu right next to them AND to just head to another diner / restaurant for breakfast for faster service if I don't want to wait 30 minutes regardless if I have my iPhone to entertain me.

    (3)

  • Angelo A.

    I've already reviewed the other Pancake House location in Kalihi. I can almost mirror my compliments about this fantastic breakfast/brunch location. Surprisingly we didn't have to wait at all to be seated, this was a first. Mind you that we did go at about 1230p, so that might have been the main reason. NOTE: Even celebrities even seem to enjoy my favorite breakfast spot. My son was excited to see "Wee-man" from Jackass fame. The ONLY reason I give this location 4 stars is that the parking is horrible, and the restroom is a share with the rest of the lower floor tenants (no diaper change station).

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    Still a FAN!!! It is still the same, the pancakes I still love and the orange juice is always so delicious. The food comes out fast so that they can get you in and out fast. The bus guy is still the same! He still comes around and tries to make conversation, especially with the locals. He must actually like his job to be that happy at it! The wait is still the same, but it seems like everyone comes at the same time. If you come at around 11:30am or later the rush stops and the restaurant has several empty seats. I will be back and back again!

    (4)

  • Cheryl S.

    I only learned about this place several years ago as you cannot see it from the street. It's hidden in a office building. The decor is super old school and it's like going into a time warp. We are breakfast here and it was fast and yummy. The pancakes just are sooo fluffy tasty and seriously melt in your mouth. I don't know how they make them sooo perfect. I had bacon too and that was crispy, just how I like it. We had a side order of hash browns that weren't crispy at all :( it needed to be cooked a bit longer but come on we weren't here for the hash browns and definitely you will be satisfied with the pancakes. I will definitely eat pancakes here again. Yummmm

    (3)

  • Courtney O.

    I've never been so excited to come home and write a review before! I've never wanted to give NEGATIVE stars before! But here it goes... I can't believe all the great reviews of this place. The food is bland and the service, horrible! I came here today with my parents for breakfast. Our waitress didn't even bring us water. I'm a pregnant woman. I need my water! She didn't even ask if we wanted water or if we wanted anything to drink. Did she think I was going to scarf down my food with out a beverage?? Then when I finally flagged her down and asked for water, it was in the smallest cup. I finished it and she never came to refill it! Horrible! My sweet bread french toast was anything but sweet. My parents had eggs and breakfast meats which is hard to mess up. Overall the food is more expensive than what it is worth. When our waitress brought my mom her food, she handed her the plate and my moms hands got burned! She waitress did NOT mention the plate was hot when my mom was going to grab for it, neither did she say "sorry" after my mom shouted out "ouch! this is hot!" How rude! After she brought all of our food, she came back and put the check on our table. She never came by to ask how the food was or if we needed anything else. When we were leaving the waitress came to clear our table and didn't even say good bye or thank you or happy holidays. HORRIBLE customer service. Horrible. I would rather eat my own foot for breakfast than come here again. HORRIBLE times 3 million.

    (1)

  • Brittany D.

    Breakfast was delicious!! Our waiter was super nice and the service was fast. I got the potato omelette with a side a pancakes w/ coconut syrup. It was so good!! My boyfriend got the corn beef hash omelette with hash browns. It was very good too! It was cheap and a good experience. The only downfall was the host at the front. She was rude and our greeting wasn't very nice. But overall a great breakfast spot!

    (4)

  • Kurt C.

    This was our first stop after getting a car on O'ahu, and it was a great one. We were immediately greeted and seated upon entering and had our order in with a few minutes of sitting down (something Kaua'i restaurants could learn). The staff was very friendly towards everyone. Most everything comes with a choice of 3 pancakes, hash browns, rice, or toast. Plate - RD's Favorite Omelet with Pancakes ($9.99) - This was a huge Omelet with a lot of Italian flavor. The pancakes were some of the best I have had in a long time, very soft and flavorful. Special Plate - Eggs & Canadian Bacon with Hash browns ($7.99)- This wasn't quite as big or as good as the omelet plate, but it was still nice. The bacon had good flavor. The hash browns are the patty kind (think McDonald's), not the mash pile. If you caught an early flight onto the island, we highly recommend you stop in for a great breakfast.

    (4)

  • Rick L.

    Right after doing the Honolulu Marathon clinic each Sunday, we been rushing off to the "Jesus Christ It's So Freakin Delicious Original Pancake House." Did you know they're like in half the nation across the good ole USA? They're everywhere, I'm so glad we have two here. We asked to sit outside to enjoy the fresh air and warm sun. They sat us quickly since most patrons wanted to be inside. I ordered the spinach cheese with bacon omelet which comes with three large buttermilk pancakes. I couldn't finish it...well maybe because I also order the "Dutch Baby" for our table. On the menu it said it takes at least 25 minutes to make but we were munching on ours in no time. It comes with lemon, powered sugar and more butter. I was curious what the heck were we supposed to do with the lemon. I asked a staff member and was told to put it on the Dutch Baby. Oh, my GOD!!! Holy crap. Somehow the citrus taste just makes this dish so darn good! Try it and as usual see pictures I've posted.

    (4)

  • Mim D.

    Omg their pancakes with coconut syrup is to die for! Yummy! We were seated quickly and our server was really pleasant and sweet! I definitely will be back if I'm ever in Hawaii again and highly recommend others to give it a try! It was a bit dark in there but it didn't matter to me because all I wanted to do was eat everything off my plate after pouring coconut syrup on everything.

    (5)

  • Hayden C.

    Came here for breakfast today (Sunday). We waited about 20 minutes for a table, which was fine with us being that it was a Sunday. Our server was very nice and got our food out to us in a timely manner. One of the dishes we ordered was the blueberry pancakes. MMMM! so fluffy and moist. Would definitely order these again. The best part of our meal was it was cheap! Prices range from $6-10, for most food items.

    (4)

  • Sara T.

    Came here for the first time today! BF and I shared the Potato Omelette with hash browns and the Bacon Pancakes (comes with 5 pancakes). BF had a cup of coffee as well. Food: 4.5 All of the food was really rich, but I tried my hardest to forget about the calories, fat and salt and just enjoy it. The bacon pancakes were light and fluffy, and the sweet/salty combo was right up my alley. They actually cook bits of bacon right into the top of each pancake, and then top with more bacon crumbles. The omelette was unexpectedly the fluffiest omelet I've ever eaten - they must use some kind of cream to whip it up. The combination of the fluffy egg, small cubes of potato, bacon bits, cheese, and the country gravy-type sauce they smother it in was delicious, but the green onions sprinkled on top were what completed the dish for me. The hash browns that came on the side were kind of like McDonald's-style patty hash browns. They weren't amazing, but I'm a sucker for any fried potato item covered in syrup. See pic here: yelp.com/biz_photos/3p1S… The coffee was pretty bad (watery & weak), but I didn't drink much of it and it wasn't the focal point of the meal for me, so I'll stick to reviewing the food. Service: 4 Standard diner-ish service with aunties in muumuus. Fast and attentive enough for the kind of food served. Ambiance: 2 My only real beef with this place was it was grungy and old, and the bathrooms were gross. The worst part about going to the bathroom (which is right outside the restaurant in a hallway to the left) was taking the bathroom key, which was tied to a plastic tub with string that looked like they hadn't changed it in 15 years. I had to use a paper towel to return it because I felt like holding it with bare hands would defeat the purpose of having washed my hands. Value: 5 Brunch came out to $20 before tip for the two of us, and we were absolutely stuffed (and we had 2 leftover pancakes!)

    (4)

  • James M.

    Ate here about a month ago, after spending three plus hours at the hospital for my daughter. But that is another story. Anyway, needless to say we were super hungry after being awake since four in the morning. This was actually our first time to eat at this location and we were not prepared for the wait that we had to endure. In all exactness, I think we waited about 20 minutes, but did I mention that we had just spent three plus hours at a hospital, with no food! So, on to the food...my daughter had a short stack with bacon, the wife had the 49-er, and I had a regular stack with eggs and bacon. This was a super breakfast feast for all of us, I must say! It could also be that we were all famished! Our service was on point and I had my coffee refilled about three times, even when I didn't want it to be, but hey, can't blame them for being so attentive. I would surely recommend this place to any breakfast lover, just expect to wait a bit for a seat as this location is pretty crowded. Also, the atmosphere is like a throwback to my gramma's house... a place that is all too familiar to me in my days as a kid. And the best "gramma's house memory"...the breakfast table! Thanks for bringing me back to my childhood OPH! See you soon!

    (4)

  • Brian S.

    All I've got to say is that Diane is the best server in the world! She's been here for more than 28 years and she is going strong! She really cares about the customers and makes you feel right at home. If you're looking for a family breakfast place, hit this place up!

    (5)

  • Sierrah I.

    I'm not much of a breakfast person, but since I was already awake and with a grumbling tummy after a very early doctors appointment, might I add, NOT EVEN FOR MYSELF, but an appointment for my boyfriend's sprained ankle.. .breakfast sounded pretty darn good. My gf suggested eating at the OPH and since I had never tried it, I figured HEY, why not? Another place I get to Yelp about(: We came on a Tuesday, or a random weekday so the wait was 5-10 minutes to get a table. After we came though a few groups came in and out came that sign-in sheet. Service was top-notch in this very old, home style eatery. And, by old style I mean still wearing olden day style muumuus, you can smell old, like grandma & grandpas house. Decor was vintage to say the least, haha, but food was OH SO YUMMY. Me and the bf probably over did it as usual. Potato omelette- omelette with hash, bacon, green onions, with your side. Steak & Eggs Side of Portuguese sausage Side of Hash Brown 1 Pancake (cause I mean I just had to try the pancakes c'mon!) Nothing, I did not like, and all the food came out together and in a pretty timely matter. I don't remember waiting long at all. Omelette was huge! Ate about half and I was more than full. Portuguese sausage straight from KA-LI-HIIIIIIII just like the menu says, and I mean who really cares that the hash brown were the frozen oblong shapes like McDonalds? Because I mean, everyone loves McDonalds hash browns, and most hash browns are the packaged and frozen. I mean who really, grates their own potatoes for hash brown in this type of economy? lol. All in all, it was a great reunion with breakfast.

    (4)

  • Luanna Y.

    The 4-star review is for the food & our waitress. Definitely try the forty-niner pancakes - these were so delicious. They're old-fashioned, thin pancakes (very similar to crepes) that are served with a heart-attack portion of butter. Totally not health-conscious food, but it made my taste buds ecstatic. The R&D's fave omelet was awesome too. Very generous with the spinach and chunks of beef and then served with salsa on top and pancakes/toast/hash browns. Our waitress was also lovely. Really great service. One negative, though: the host here was totally incompetent. There was a massive horde of people waiting and NO list to keep track of which party was next. The host would just ask, "Okay... who's next?" and of course the waiting patrons would all think it was them. It was absolute chaos. When my bf and I asked about a list, he just responded with "No list.. just tell me who's next?" (insert incredulous look here) But yeah, other than the moronic host, everything here was great. Lots of things on the menu that looked tasty - I've got my eye on the apple pancake the next time I come back.

    (4)

  • Allan K.

    WOW!!!!!!! This place rocks with some delicious pancakes and breakfast items. Our waitress Diane was outstanding and happens to be a long time family friend who we haven't seen for a very long time! come for some tasty breakfast eats, it will satisfy!!!!

    (5)

  • Kim C.

    This place serves a mean breakfast. Very straightforward, no frills, nothing fancy. Usually a wait, so be prepared. Can't go wrong with the apple pancakes (that made them famous) or any of the scrambles. The bacon is also delish. Tip: The portion sizes are HUGE, but they do offer half-sized portions, which will still fill you up.

    (4)

  • Ericka M.

    Three words for you: FORTY NINER FLAPJACKS! OMG these thinly cooked pancakes are just soooooo yummy! NOM NOM NOM. I most often times will order it with a side of portugese sausage or Canadian bacon. Idk if it's the thin texture or the buttery goodness with this awesome pancake but it is soooooo good. I always think I am going to need more food because it is pretty thin but I hardly ever finish the whole thing. It is delicious! I also like the omelettes here. They are always so huge and full of whatever you are ordering. And I appreciate when they give you your moneys worth and more. Definitely one of my favorite food joints! Wish they were closer to the Leeward side because I would definitely become a regular ^__^

    (4)

  • Lyn S.

    My husband and kids took me there for Mother's Day, so it was pretty busy. The restaurant seemed pretty old and dingy to say the least. Strike one: It took almost forty five minutes for our food to come out. Not good when you have two little ones waiting to eat. Strike two: My mushroom omelet was ridiculously hot, like it was probably made twenty minutes earlier, then nuked right before it was brought out, the whole dish was probably cooked in the microwave to begin with because it didn't even look like an omelet. The eggs were so browned that it almost looked like pastry bread. It was horrible. Strike three: My husband's corned beef and hash browns looked like we could've just bought the same thing from Walmart and just nuked it ourselves for half the price. It was horrible as well. Strike three: Although the forty niner pancakes were pretty good, we tried to "drizzle" syrup on them, but what came out was a watery mess. We asked the table next to us if their syrup was any thicker and they said theirs was just as watery. The waitress never asked how our meals were. She was non-existent for most of the time we were there. She saw that I didn't even eat half of my omelet, but only thought to ask if I needed a box for it. I can't believe we paid for such bad food and bad service. This was one of the worst restaurant experiences I've had in a long time. Never will I go there again.

    (1)

  • Jay D.

    Food and service good, decor kinda dark and outdated but the pancakes and eggs are amazing

    (4)

  • JennieVerne B.

    Best macadamia nut pancakes!! We got the pancakes, Portuguese sausage, and frie rice omeletes! !! Best breakfast joint hawaii! !

    (5)

  • P C.

    Ho da long line ova hea! 5 groups ahead of us on the list. But actually total wait was only like 10 minutes. Lucky maybe. Old school but still one of the best places for breakfast. I think the only thing I didn't like was that the large size juice was really small, maybe 6-8 ounces. Banana pancakes were great. Can't see the bananas since it's mixed into the batter, unlike some places that have banana slices in and on top of the stack. Main thing is they're delicious. Eggs were cooked perfect. Portuguese sausage is ok kinda spicy kine. Service is awesome. The aunties take care and always friendly and helpful.

    (4)

  • Catherine K.

    Everything delicious. Tried blueberry pancakes, mushroom omelette, bacon spinach omelette! Big portions will be so full. Juice is very small even size large. Friendly staff and though line is long it is a quick turnover so wait is not long!

    (5)

  • Vincent K.

    Parking is a bit challenging when the lot is full, but I can usually find street parking along some of the side streets. I go here about once a month with out of town friends etc. it's a great local spot, there's always a line, but it usually moves fast - expect to wait 10-15 min. The food is good! not great, but good, and quality is definitely consistent, which borders on my definition of comfort food. It's definitely NOT Denny's but hey.... it's the Original Pancake House!!! Try the Mac-Nut Pancakes.... also I think this is the ONLY spot on the island that has Lingonberry for my Swedish mates.

    (4)

  • Katrice K.

    I have been coming to this location since I was maybe like 5, so to say I have fond memories here may be a slightly understating how much a I love this place. I have tried going to the other breakfast joints but somehow this place (particularly this location) is still something I look forward to every single time. I have to say that even though I have been going here for so long I only actually eat a few things off the menu and it's what makes me happy so why not stick with the tried and true. I absolutely love the potato omelet which the rich cream sauce. It is much better to split the omelet because a whole one will probably kill your cholesterol and calories count for the day. I love the blueberry pancakes with the whole blueberries but miss the delicious blueberry compote that used to come with it. My mom loves the tropical dressing that you can request from them, but I'm mainly a strict maple syrup kind of girl. The pigs in the blanket is also extremely delicious. Several of the waitresses have been there for over 20 years at least as I still remember them from when I was little. They are quick and efficient but always serve with a smile.

    (5)

  • Glenn L.

    Back again for maybe the fifth time - this place is pretty good and in an unexpected location in an office building. Parking is around back (the upper lot is a bit cheaper than the ground floor lot). Get a validation stamp at the cashier. The staff handled our table of 11 just fine. Bacon pancakes were a hit but the 5 pancake order could not be finished! Omelettes use blended eggs and I think the omelettes are baked - so expect a super fluffy omelette. I wish they had the potato pancakes like at other OPHs but other than that, it is a good place to have breakfast. Expect a low key old style coffee shop feel without a counter.

    (3)

  • Derek K.

    Maybe I ate the wrong thing at the Original Pancake House, or maybe it's because I ate there for lunch, but I didn't appreciate it as much as some of my fellow yelpers. As I mentioned, I came here for lunch with a couple co-workers. The fact that they are open for lunch, and I can eat breakfast food for lunch gets them 3 stars (yes, this review originally started out at 2 stars). Breakfast food never goes out of style and I was very excited to be eating it in the middle of the day. I ordered the portugese sausage omelette with hash browns. First off, the omelette was WAY to fluffy and it lacked filling. As a result, there was very little taste in the omelette and the texture was kind of dry and rubbery. The chunks of sausage were good, but didn't add enough taste to the omelette. Next, the hash browns were actually pretty good. I enjoyed how they were those frozen patty type of hash browns...similar to the McDonald hash browns. I did get to try the regular pancakes, but again I wasn't too impressed with the quality or taste. While the pancakes were very fluffy and light, nothing differentiated them from anything that could be made at home. Like I said, maybe I ordered the wrong thing. When I go to a breakfast place, I always shy away from ordering pancake/french toast dishes because I don't want to eat only that. Maybe next time I'll give the pancakes a chance since that's what they are known for. I was disappointed with this place, so I'm not sure that I'd recommend it. I can think of other places, where I could get a better breakfast. Good thing there's always ketchup to save the day...

    (3)

  • Ashley L.

    Service was nice, but food was just okay, not really worth the wait.

    (2)

  • Kanoe K.

    So the theme of late has been brunches ... which is more than perfect for me since I LOVE breakfast food!! This time I brunched at one of my childhood favorites! It's been so long that I've been here that I worried it might have changed, or the food wasn't actually as good as I remember. I'm happy to report that my concerns were unfounded! Every time I've come here I always ordered and omelet and this time was no exception! I went for the Ham-mmmm omelet w/ cheese and I chose the buttermilk pancakes as my side. This is why I love this place ... you get a short stack (3 pancakes) as a side option!! Other side options are toast or hash browns. Another fact to love is the portion size ... the omelets are HUGE!! Good thing I went hungry because otherwise I don't think I would have been ready for the amount of food I had!! Since it was a themed day, there was also a theme of people ordering omelets. My friends and former grad school classmates ordered the spinach omelet and the potato omelet. In addition there were crepes and another person ordered the corn beef hash w/ hash browns. Everyone seemed more than satisfied with their choices as more than half of the plates were completely empty by the end of the meal and those who still had food took it home as leftovers! FINAL VERDICT: Still as good as it ever was. This place just brings back good memories and good times ... so I'm happy it can still be a fave!!

    (5)

  • Mojos G.

    I've been to these before and this one was very disappointing. Terrible ambiance. The omelette was only OK. I had the broccoli & cheese version. The saving grace were the banana pancakes. However, they come LOADED with a giant bowl size mound of butter. Just a warning for your arteries...

    (2)

  • Adam L.

    They make the bestest pancakes! This is one of my favorite breakfast restaurants. Lots of parking along with great food and services.

    (4)

  • Peter C.

    My wife and I showed up about lunch time, and when we entered, I saw that there was an outdoor courtyard with tables and chairs out back. But, the chairs were all stacked up, so we had to settle for the ice-cold air-conditioned interior. I ordered the Portuguese omlette, along with the buttermilk pancakes, and at $9.99, I was really hoping that I wouldn't be disappointed. I wasn't! Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to find out just where the Portuguese sausage came from - the menu mentioned that it came from Kalihi. So, I'll just have to come back some time and order the same thing again, because it was simply AWESOME! It wasn't your typical, cheap Portuguese sausage - hearty and tasty. The eggs, as has been mentioned in previous reviews, were nice and fluffy. I hadn't paid attention to the menu and was surprised to discover that the omlette didn't come with cheese, so I had to ask for some (but, I got two slices of American cheese, whereas I was expecting a small bowl of shredded Cheddar). As if it couldn't get any better, I think I may just have had the BEST PANCAKES in my entire life! I ate mine with a good slathering of butter and a little bit of syrup, but I was pleasantly surprised with the taste of the pancakes themselves! I had not tasted anything like them in my life! The taste reminded me of Leonard's malasadas, with a little more butter and a touch of maple. The service was pleasant but not "Auntie" grade, as has been mentioned in other reviews. The coffee was good; I had several cups - partly because it was good and partly because it was so cold in there. The ambiance was a little dark and the decor was felt somewhat old and just short of "vintage". Overall, I enjoyed the experience and am looking forward to enjoying myself a good hearty breakfast at Original Pancake House!

    (4)

  • Shay F.

    My BF and I visit here every once in a while. Especially because it's walking distance from where we live. I like their Forty-Niners and their Dutch pancakes the best. Their omelets are fluffy...I have no idea how they make it like that. Service is good. They suggest the cheapest route to get the same meal. LoL. Like if you wanted to get your meal with rice and a side bacon, they'd tell you no no no, get it with bacon and then side rice. I found that funny.... You might want to either call, place your order and pick up. Or go on off times like really early in the morning, or more around lunch time.

    (4)

  • Lia W.

    Great! I'm a fan, but I would suggest adding a Japanese language menu and a few servers that speak Japanese. The place was loaded with tourists and I watched a bunch of them struggle through ordering.

    (3)

  • Tammy T.

    Mmm I fell in love with Sunday morning breakfast because of this place! My Coffee, good company, the newspaper, fluffy eggs. *sigh* Who could ask for anything else? We got (picture): Veggie Omelette(always a fav) Spinach and Cheese (kinda plain) Portuguese sausage omelette The wait is 15-20 minutes. The service is good. The one on dillingham is better. The fluffy eggs are where it's at. But I always seem to have the luck of getting something crunchy in it (egg shell?) Never liked their square hash browns (the frozen kind) The busboys look like gangsters. ha ha ! they have sleeves (tattoos). Not hating I think it's cute. Portions are big. Orange juice is outrageous for the price.

    (5)

  • Leilani F.

    My best friend and i go here a lot just to have girl time. And since both of us are from the big island, we try to find good breakfast places that could be comparable to Kens House of Pancakes. Zippys is pretty good, but it gets old fast. The Original Pancake House is a nice hidden place to eat :) The fast service, friendly waitresses, and large portions of food served are what keeps my friend and I coming back for more. Im typically a belgian waffle fanatic and love theirs with coffee. My friend is an egg-rice-bacon breakfast lover and agrees that Original Pancake Houses is great. Well be regulars soon enough!

    (5)

  • Ron L.

    The food here is quite good. The coconut pancakes with coconut syrup was really delicious. The coffee was good, and they know how to cook eggs well there. The people are nice. and service is decent . The only reason I'm giving it three stars (and not the 4 it should have gotten) is the atmosphere. When we went there, I felt it was like descending into a dark chilly cave. The windows are tinted to keep out the sun and the air conditioners were cranked up. At that time in the morning, I would have preferred to eat outside, but their outside seating I saw wasn't available at the time. Their bathroom is located outside the restaurant down the hall. Their keys have a little bucket attached to them. When I asked one dude where the restrooms where, he pointed at the bucket, then laughed and directed me down the hall. That was pretty funny. :)

    (3)

  • Jhoren C.

    Fave nearest spot in town to hit up when I'm in the mood for some Chocolate Chip pancakes mmmm so good! But be prepared for a 30min wait esp on the weekends because it gets packed but worth the wait! Portions are huge and service is quick and the prices are fairly cheap for a hearty breakfast ---I'm not much of a breakfast eater but when I'm in the mood for some pancakes I like to come here.

    (5)

  • Kaliko L.

    Great food, Great service. Always good here

    (4)

  • Monique T.

    Yum, Yum, Yum! Man this place is hopping!! Heck a busy but, the food is good and the service is good! However, you may not get the undivided attention of your waitress because she seems like she has a lot of tables but, she does check in on you!! THAT IS A GOOD THING FOLKS!! I tried the "island" or "fruit" syrup for my yummy buckwheat pancakes!! The food is really good!! A great place to start the morning before a busy day of shopping!!

    (4)

  • Robin W.

    I love pancakes, and these are done just right...not undercooked or too soft. I just wish the syrup didn't taste like Aunt Jemima or Log Cabin. The omelets are really good, and have an interesting (but good) fluffiness to them. I had the spinach/bacon/cheese omelet and it was great! Good combination of ingredients. The veggie omelet is good too. I recommend the breakfast over the lunch items, especially since there doesn't seem to be enough meat on the sandwiches. Once I ordered a French Dip, but they didn't give me au jus! And I thought there should have been twice as much meat on the bread! If you think you are eating healthy by geting a lunch with a side of veggies, you many be disappointed by the frozen mixed corn/pea/bean/carrot blend that is at most lukewarm. This is a good place for a big yummy and inexpensive breakfast. And they have validated parking!

    (4)

  • cmonk e.

    I went on a weekday to The Original Pancake House so there wasn't a wait like how I hear the weekends are. The place was pretty crowded for a weekday and there only seemed to be one waitress and 2 food runners? (if that's what they were). The waitress was very friendly, and very on top of her game. She always had waters and coffees filled, and serviced the tables around us quickly upon them being seated. As for the food, I had the sweet bread french toast with some bacon. Nothing spectacular.. the french toast was a bit too egg-y for my liking but it wasn't horrible. The coffee isn't the best either...I would definitely go back to this place, however, to eat their CORN BEEF HASH! Can you say YUMO! I was originally torn between the hash or french toast so my bf decided to order a side of the corn beef hash....man was this delicious! It was actual corn beef not that can stuff that most places serve. Plus, if you ge tthe corn beef hash as your meal you also have a choice to get pancakes as a side! looking forward to my next visit there :)

    (4)

  • Michael K.

    This place rocks! Ol' school restaurant without the corporate bullshit! Great service, great food and will definetly go back!

    (5)

  • Murray B.

    When I'm craving a big breakfast but am too lazy to make it myself, this is where I like to go. I have ordered a wide variety of things (blueberry pancakes, corned beef hash, the potato omelette, the mushroom omelette) and everything was delicious! The waitresses are friendly yet efficient. One in particular spoiled me rotten by hooking me up with boysenberry syrup for my pancakes when I didn't even ask for it. She's way cool. Speaking of cool, Varun V. is right. They crank the a/c here, therefore a sweatshirt is advised if you get cold easily. If you can, go on weekdays to avoid the crowds.

    (4)

  • Kat P.

    Went here for breakfast, had not been here for years. Lots of tourist, maybe on the brochures or something. I had the pancakes, sausage links and sunny side egg. It was just right, otherwise have to walk home. The waitress all wear muumuus, something I had not seen for over a decade, nice old fashion ambience. Only thing is it is quite dark there compared to Boots and Kimo in Kailua. The pancakes were hot and freshly made, tasted sooooo good, ahhh! Parking is in the garage, rather tight fit. Waited about 5 minutes for a table, not bad considering other places. Yum! Will definitely return!

    (4)

  • Olivia D.

    I took a friend here for a late breakfast last Sunday morning, and he was instantly and irrevocably hooked. It was a little scary, because his reverence for this place seemed to border on worship. I thought, "oh that's nice; I'm glad he likes it" and tried to go on with my business, but the next day, guess who called me excitedly asking if I wanted to go eat breakfast at the Original Pancake House again? We have now eaten there three times in less than two weeks and the extremely friendly waitress now recognizes us and kind of knows what we will order. This place is PACKED on the weekends. Prepare to wait for a table if you are a late riser, but the wait will be worth it when your food arrives. They have the lightest, fluffliest, tastiest omelettes. I think I've eaten every one, but the last three times, I've been stuck on the potato and bacon one, spinkled with green onions and covered in an addictive sour cream sauce. The omelettes come with either three pancakes (you can upgrade to flavored ones), hash browns (this is the frozen kind--skip it; you can get them at McDonalds), or rice. Definitely order an omelette. The pancakes, of course, are excellent. Their specialties are the Dutch Babies, German style pancakes served with lemon, applesauce, and powdered sugar, and their special Apple Pancakes, which take 45 minutes to make. We had their apple pancake yesterday and it was very decadent. It is a gigantic, poufy baked pancake with tart apple slices and nice, crisp, browned edges. The batter is rich, thick, eggy, sweet, and full of cinnamon and spice. It is really more like a dessert. All their pancakes can come with specially flavored syrups, too, if you ask. I always get a side of rice and either bacon or Portuguese sausage with my meal. I like the Portuguese sausage they use, and their bacon is that good, thick-sliced restaurant-quality bacon you can't get in a store. I tried their crepes a few times, and I don't care for them. I lived in Paris, where I ate crepes every single day, and I got used to them being thin, delicate, and lightly crisp on the edges. These crepes are really thick and soggy, and I didn't care too much for the flavor. If you want crepes, go to Eggs & Things. We had a young, local waitress the last two times we were there, and she is my favorite. No matter how busy she is, she is so friendly and welcoming and extremely pleasant to talk to. She has consistently been this way for years. It is rare to meet such a gracious person, and that makes the experience at the Original Pancake House all the better.

    (5)

  • Chris R.

    Can't get any better than this. The first time we tried Original Pancake House was in Anaheim and we quickly felt in love. When I found there is an Original Pancake House in Oahu, I told my husband we're going there. There are two locations in Oahu, but we opt for this location because they were open on Mother's Day and just happened to be my daughter's 5th birthday. We had a great breakfast on my daughter's 5th birthday here. The ladies who works there were so nice and friendly. I felt as if we're long lost relatives. They gave us the true Aloha spirit. I didn't think anything of it when my 5 year old told our waitress it's her birthday. Any 5 year old would be excited to tell the whole world that it's her birthday and turning the big 5. Towards the end of our meal, the entire staff came out and sang Happy Birthday Hawaiian style to my birthday girl. They also gave her a plate of crepe with a lited candle. Mahalo for the wonderful memories, not only for my birthday girl, but a very happy mama.

    (5)

  • Lisa A.

    A tried and true breakfast joint. Kinda like a highway diner stuck in the middle of Honolulu. The place has dated decor (which the food wouldn't taste the same without it), friendly waitresses (that have worked there for YEARS), and a comforting hearty breakfast menu. Things not to be missed: Corned beef hash (order early they usually run out), The hot chocolate (equal amounts of whipped cream to cup ratio), chocolate chip pancakes are fluffy and delicious, and most of the omelets are quite tasty. BUT be prepared to wait. a long time..... a very long time. Sometimes upwards of an hour for a table for 2-3. And you are not encouraged to enjoy the last dregs of your coffee because there is a crowd waiting in line behind you. As long as you are forewarned and want a good meal don't rush it. Enjoy =)

    (4)

  • R C.

    Been here way too many times, never had a bad experience , EVER. The servings are always fulfilling ,especially for me since I eat too much than I should. This is "the" local brunch spot in town! hands down! I have seen politicians, neighbors, old friends, coworkers and even exes here on several occasions. This place has a history written all over it's walls, seriously. I love their breakfast pig in the blankets, loco moco, varieties of omelettes, french toast, and loads and loads of pancakes. Ho- get choke food! Broke da mouth kine too. The dutch apple pancake takes a while other than that everything is great and on time. The guys -who are bussers and coffee fillers are very nice and attentive. The ladies who have been there for ever and ever , are always on time! even though it's extremely busy at times. Like I always say GOOD FOOD TAKES TIME! this one always has a line -especially, on weekends! You have been Warned! Great- old school-mom/pops back in the days -feel! and plenty goooood foood! GREAT service to aunties and the guys with tattoos!!! MAHALOS for always making me happy.

    (4)

  • Alexandria G.

    Upon entering this "establishment" I immediately feel dirty. The restaurant's decor scheme is "grandma's house that hasn't seen a cleaning product since the Kennedy administration." My heart bleeds for the servers who look like they've raided the Duggar girls' closets in their hideous, god-awful floral and gingham print matching blouses and long skirt ensembles. So why do I willingly put myself through the torture of coming to this restaurant? Three words: DUTCH BABY PANCAKE This pancake is unbelievable and I've never tasted anything like it. It has an undescribable consistency and is incredibly soft, moist, and literally melts in your mouth. Once you order it the servers bring you a little tray filled with butter, powdered sugar, and lemon slices. I didn't at first, but I urge you to use all 3 on your pancake. It adds such a great taste and really enhances the flavor. It does take a while to cook but take a tip from a pro- when you go to put your name on the waiting list, tell them you're gonna order a Dutch Baby. This way the hostess can relay the message to the kitchen so they can start cooking it while you're still waiting. Within 5 minutes of being sat at your table your Dutch Baby will be delivered.

    (4)

  • Erica C.

    The Original Pancake House is so original that they haven't changed their uniforms, decorations, servers or cutlery since inception probably. They do serve up a mean plate of spam and eggs though. The spam was crispy and the eggs were a perfect sunny-side up. However, my hash browns (which looked similar in shape to a McDonald's hash brown patty (ie. frozen)) must have been dunked in the Original Pancake House oil because it tasted horrible. Blech.

    (3)

  • Esther L.

    This place was good, I liked the fact that there was a lot of local eating here. The only downer was that they didn't take any names down when ppl were waiting. But we didn't have to wait long! The Pancakes were amazing!!!!!

    (4)

  • Alex T.

    Back again... "Eggs sooo fluffy!!!". (saying it like the little girl in Despicable Me..) Portuguese Sausage Omlette... Nom nom nom!!! We liked this place soo much we went 2 days in a row... WOW!!

    (5)

  • Miss Rza M.

    We enjoyed our experiences here and came back multiple times throughout our vacation for breakfast. On the first visit, we were curious about a "Dutch Baby". After many inappropriate jokes, we ordered it. We were told it would take 20 minutes which was no problem. A tip is that you can order your other food and eat that while you wait. My hubby and I split an potato omelet. That darn omelet was so delicious! It came with this sour cream sauce on the top, and which really made it awesome. When our dutch baby arrived (looking more like a deep dish pancake than a baby), we were shocked at how much food it was! Think of like a 10" size pizza but 4 inches thick of carb goodness! I was pretty skeptical about putting lemon, butter, and powdered sugar, but strangely it all worked marvelous together. Be prepared that service is painfully slow. Both trips, it took someone at least 7-10 minutes to even come and take our order. Another time we went, we ordered the apple version of the Dutch Baby. It was even thicker (probably 5-6") and stuffed with baked apples. The only bad thing about this thing, is that as soon as you cut it, a stick full of butter came gushing out. My hubby and I barely finished half of it together it was that heavy and rich. I won't be ordering that again, because the amount of butter streaming along the plate was truly off putting. And...I found out there is one in Austin! Let's hear it for Dutch Baby Sundays!

    (4)

  • Cintamani A.

    I enjoy the decor and setting since it reminds me of Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas. The decor is a tacky American vision of Bavaria in a murky location that feels vaguely drug den-ish. Having breakfast in such a setting is just way too funny. The costumes the poor elderly waitresses have to wear are a bit off putting. All in all it's solid breakfast food though a little over priced for the quality. Just wish they had longer business hours since I enjoy breakfast food after 2pm.

    (3)

  • Michelle L.

    We came here for Mother's Day, very long wait. Ended up sitting outside in the back. Had to dodge pigeons through the whole meal. I don't mind having to wait and I could tolerate the birds IF the food was worth it - but it was not.

    (2)

  • Kelly M.

    Yea, it's a mainland chain. A bit better than IHOP though since they have customized the menu to the islands. (They don't serve Portuguese omelettes in Denver!)

    (4)

  • Varun V.

    THIS PLACE IS BLOODY FREEZING - bring a sweater - you'll thank me later. Other than that, i really liked it. The waitresses are super duper friendly to the point where i puked in my mouth a little. Food is pretty bloody good. Order 45 minutes in advance apparently if you want the awesome apple-melt pancake (which is large enough to feed a small elephant - or 3 adults)

    (4)

  • Oly C.

    Great place for brunch/breakfast although it can get pretty busy. Waitress and help are very nice and food is reasonably priced. My favorite is the pancakes--buttery homemade goodness.

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    The food is ono as always. I love their potato omlette with the short stack of pancakes. Very cheap & very filling! The service is always quick & nice.

    (4)

  • Hue M.

    Hmmm... i'm indifferent on this one. not sure what to think. i came with 6 people, i pretty much tried everything from everyone. everything was just ok. nothing really stood out. well , maybe except the corned beef hash that tasted nothing like corned beef hash. i would know, since i've had it many many times in my life and made some myself. the service was odd. it wasn't good. but i wasn't terrible either. their specialty pancakes are just ok. their omelettes are huge though. very good portion! the decor is boring and the lighting is odd. the prices are about average.

    (3)

  • Olivia M.

    Good place for breakfast. Their pancakes are pretty good and prices are good. Downside is that they are always busy. Lots of tourists tend to go here. Plan on waiting at least 15 minutes if you come.

    (3)

  • Jennifer D.

    If you insist on torturing yourself with the long 1 hour wait, then eat here on any given Sunday. There is free parking and big portions, but you might starve before you are ever seated.

    (4)

  • Meep M.

    For a solely breakfast joint to have overcooked rubbery eggs is inexcusable. Not only that, but the furniture is ratty (our table was not level, which y'all know can be annoying) and service is slooooow. Only good thing about this place was our server was very pleasant and courteous. Save your money and go somewhere else that can at least make a decent omelet.

    (2)

  • Donna L.

    Original Pancake House used to be my favorite go-to spot for breakfast. I haven't been back in a long while partly because I couldn't get anyone to go with me and also I couldn't quite remember if I still liked it or not. Anyway yesterday bf and I went during lunch time about an hour before closing. The place was practically empty but except for the lack of patrons it was exactly the same as I remember - dark and cavernous with cranking a/c. Their outdoor seating area was closed. I used to just order pancakes but we each decided to try an omelette which includes a side. BF had the spinach and bacon omelete with hash browns. He liked his meal and had no complaints about the two rectangular frozen potato patties they served as hash browns. I choose the garden omelete with pancakes. My omelete was neat, big, puffy and chock full of vegetables (broccoli, mushroom, pepper, tomato, and onion). I liked that there were a lot of chunky vegetables but the broccoli and mushroom pieces were way too big like they should have been part of a stir fry. The egg didn't have much flavor it actually tasted like an egg white omelette and it was a bit tough. The pancakes were great. For a side dish, the three pancakes were good sized and I appreciated that they were served on a separate plate. Also, on request my waitress brought me coconut syrup at no extra charge. Fluffy pancakes, butter, and coconut syrup. Delicious. We'll be back. The food is good and the portions are large so you get a lot for your money. Next time I'll probably just order pancakes.

    (4)

  • L E I.

    My FAV breakfast place in Hawaii! How in the world do they get their eggs so fluffy? The baked potato omelette is out of this world!! Usually I'm a portuguese sausage kind of girl, but this baked potato thing--I can't NOT order it--it's all fluffy and wonderful with little pieces of potato, chives, bacon (REAL bacon!!), cheese & sour cream sauce all folded into the super fluffy eggy delight!!! YUM, YUM, YUM!!! (Yes, it can be super crowded, but it's worth it!)

    (5)

  • Mokana C.

    HANDS DOWN THE ABSOLUTE BEST PLACE TO HAVE BREAKFAST ON THE ENTIRE ISLAND!!!!!!!!!! The service is wonderful. The prices are very affordable. The food is heavenly and the portions are sooo perfect for the hungry man in you. I always get the Macadamia Nut Pancakes with coconut syrup and they truly melt in your mouth. Plus, even though the place is always crowded, the turnover is quick and you never have to wait long. IF YOU LOVE BREAKFAST, PANCAKE HOUSE IS THE PLACE TO GO

    (5)

  • Veronica S.

    I was looking forward to some amazing macademia nut pancakes but I have to admit that these were just OK. They were very plain tasting and had a bunch of mac nuts sprinkled on top. Their eggs & sausage were kind of bland and very greasy/oily. The prices are OK, fair but not cheap nor high. Most choices are $8-$12 each. The uniforms and decorations are very Hawaiian and home-y, however the food was nothing spectacular..

    (3)

  • Joy H.

    love the pancake! super soft and fluffy. the best pancake i ever had!!!

    (4)

  • Natalie J.

    What happened to them?!?!? I have been going here for years, and this last visit was kind of shocking! On the service side: We waited for a bit for a table, which is normal, that place is crack-a-lackin'. The surprising part was when they seated a gentleman that came in AFTER us at a 4-top, when we had 3 people and were in approx 8 minutes earlier (I normally look at my watch when we check in because I want to know how long we've been waiting) AND we checked in with the server at the register. However, the 'Aunties" are still as sweet as ever. . . until you complain about something. On the food side: Ordered a cheese omelet, side order bacon, with pancakes. The omelet was as good as ever. The pancakes were like . . . WTH? I didn't notice the smell. I just buttered it and put syrup on it. It tasted so weird. The best way to describe was that the initial taste was that of Kikkoman soy sauce. And for those of you soy sauce lovers, you know that Kikkoman is a VERY distinct flavor. At first I thought maybe someone had put soy sauce in the syrup. So, I let the waitress know and she kindly took the plate and said they'd get a new one. Another waitress came by and said rudely "So you have a new pancake order coming or something?" I just said yes. They brought the new pancakes, and I noticed the smell right off. It even SMELLED like Kikkoman soy sauce. I had my mother taste it, and she agreed that it tasted odd. I had more of it to see if I could place the taste? IDK Buttermilk? I make buttermilk pancakes at home and they do NOT taste like that? It seemed like it was either overloaded with buttermilk, or had maybe even gone bad. It was very smelly, and tasted funny. We decided not to eat it or cause a scene. We left it on the table, paid for it and left. Normally we have such great experiences here. This sincerely was my first time with this. The pancakes were so bad that I almost wanted to tell the neighboring table "Don't do it!" when I heard him place his order for pancakes. I am uncertain if I just got a bad batch, or if I was the only one to complain about the taste and smell. I may not be a chef but I know well enough to know when something is odd, and a Kikkoman smelling and tasting pancake is a little beyond odd. This has not deterred me from coming back here, but I hope next time I can write a better review about their pancakes.

    (2)

  • Mike G.

    Parking is a but tricky so you have to go to the back side of the building. Once I walked in it felt like I traveled back in time. This place needs an upgrade. It's very dark and the furniture is old. I ordered the Portuguese omelette which comes with rice or pancakes. I'm a pancake lover so this was easy for me. The omelette looked liked it was baked and the pancakes weren't anything to really rave about. My sausage was a bit over cooked as well, making this visit an unpleasant one. The prices are reasonable, if the product was better. Kind of hard to mess up breakfast in my mind, but this place did it for me. Needless to say, I will not be back.

    (2)

  • Stephanie O.

    Banana Pancakes with coconut syrup. Need I even write more? I came here every layover after I discovered this place down the street from the Ala Moana hotel. It can get busy so be ready to wait at times, but it's worth it. The staff are super friendly and the ambiance homey. I tried to stray from the banana pancakes, but they were so good I couldn't. Other friends that came with me liked the omelets and the guava juice is super good too. Go, and get the banana pancakes with coconut syrup and thank me later.

    (5)

  • Scott H.

    Expensive food, not worth it. I had one of their famous omelets for $10. Not worth it. Omelet was alright, lots of Portuguese sausage, not overcook, ether...but not worth $10. One scoop rice? Common! Had the chocolate chip pancakes. Undercooked. Very disappointing. $30 for two for breakfast. Not worth it.

    (1)

  • T L.

    Finally got here! I've been dying to try the Dutch Baby ever since we planned this trip. First let me tell you that this place is old school, furniture and decor is on the older side. The Dutch takes 30 min so order it right away. We started off with the corned beef hash and Portuguese sausage and eggs. I'm sorry to say it was below average, ordinary at best. Then came the Dutch! It had a very unique look to it. The wife compared it to the bread pudding that you get at The House of Prime Rib and she was spot on exept this version was huge and on steroids. We added a little butter, lemon juice, powdered sugar, and your choice of maple or coconut syrup. While good I thought it was over hyped. I'd rather have had the sweet bread french toast.

    (3)

  • Jonathan F.

    My favorite breakfast place in Honolulu. I tend to go for the eggs and bacon with pancakes - the quality of the food is excellent, you can tell they use high quality fresh ingredients. If you like water, you will need to ask for it. There can also be long lines so it may be a good idea to call ahead to ask how long the wait is.

    (5)

  • David J.

    Came here with a group as a post Great Aloha Run recovery meal. The line was super long and it seemed like a lot of other runners had the same idea by coming here. We had a group of about eight so we had to wait about 45 mins to get in which was not a big deal. If all these people are waiting to go in, it must be worth the wait right? First off, I'm not a huge fan of pancakes so I didn't even bother getting it. I ended up getting the Portuguese Sausage omelette and it was basically the omelette and a side of hash browns. I hate to say it but I wasn't too impressed with the omelette. Both the eggs and the sausage was on the dry side and I couldn't even finish it. It might have been a little better if I had asked for the cheese to be added. I I've had better omelettes at Zippy's (when they cook their eggs right.) Maybe it's the pancakes that are really good and keep the people coming? The price was right around $10 for a dish. Service on the other hand was excellent. The lady was very optimistic, accommodating, and full of jokes. At any rate, I have to give a two-star because the food was so-so and I wouldn't want to wait 30 mins + to eat so-so food.

    (2)

  • Brian G.

    Killer breakfast! We scarfed the sweet bread french toast (that's right sweet bread how has no one else thought of this WOWOWOW) and hawaiian pancakes with pineapple and "tropical" syrup. Nice big servings - we were pleasantly stuffed and took some pancakes away for our road trip. Perfect divey atmosphere. Dark, lots of wood accents. They had great holiday decos up for x-mas. We went the day before turkey day, and it was a great experience. Friendly and attentive staff. A great choice for breakfast/brunch. Located in an office building on Kapiolani, make sure to go around to the back, park in the structure and get your ticket validated.

    (4)

  • Rocco B.

    Finally. As big a carnivore as I am, I never tried spam. I would not eat it in a boat. I would not eat it in a moat. I would not eat it here or there. I would not eat it anywhere. Something about opening the can and seeing the log of pink meat covered in gelatin just seemed so unsavory. Anyway, I finally pulled the trigger at the OHOP, and glad I did. Spam and eggs is pretty good, but has nothing on bacon and eggs. Portion sizes are huge. Expect a wait on Weekend mornings.

    (4)

  • Ruby W.

    Best place to have breakfast. Always try to get in early especially on the weekend. Service is ok. Food does come out fast...most of the time. But I still like to go there. My favorite is the Swiss Pancake. Still need to try the Dutch Pancake.

    (4)

  • Bouskikekoa N.

    Ahhh this place was OK.... ur typical breakfast joint.. although the one thing I do have a good memory of was some german like fluffy baked pancake with powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon ontop. that I would reccommend. but who am I to judge I love pancakes but its not something I order all the time.. i am more an eggs benedict person. so take my review with a grain of salt if your a pancake connasoir or take a reccomendation and check out creampot...

    (2)

  • Ryan K.

    The pancakes here are the best I've had so far. They are light-ish and fluffy and have a slight baking soda/powder flavor that I really like. I haven't had a chance to try anything else on the menu because I enjoy those pancakes so much.

    (5)

  • Ed R.

    I stopped in here to get some breakfast my first full day in HI. It is very much an American pancake place, but they have some good touches that separate it from the IHOPs of the world. The pancakes came out quick, were very fluffy and delicious. I got eggs and hash as well and each was really good. The corned beef hash was potato-heavy, but delicious. It appeared to be homemade or at least not out of a can (which is more than I can say for most mainland hash.) If you're looking for a solid American breakfast, this is a big win for you. The staff is friendly and attentive. They validate your parking, so that is a bonus. They also had early-riser specials that were super cheap. It was before 8:30 AM I believe. Overall, this place is a good find.

    (4)

  • Terrasita F.

    Omlettes Fit for Gumming.. The best thing about this restaurant are the wonderfully sweet waitresses. Unfortunately, the worst thing about this place is what they served me. I've eaten at this chain in Texas, and the omlettes were sky-high, fluffy and absolutely to-die-for. At the Kapiolani location they were a limp, soggy, lukewarm mess. Their excuse for hash browns were the rectangular patties of McDonald's fame... who actually do them better.

    (2)

  • Fedora A.

    This may be called the original pancake house, but should be renamed to Om-e-let-you-orgasm. That's right. Because that's what you'll be doing while orgasm-ing; eating their omelets, that is. The spinach and cheese omelet comes coated with special white sauce for orgasmic pleasure. Twilight fans beware, for I hear it's made of garlic. The heaping mound of egg was filled to the second, "g" with cheese, to the silent, "h" with spinach. If that doesn't make sense, neither does your face after eating such a tasty treat. The corned beef omelet is just what every corned-beef nymph wants when she wakes up in the morning: meat stuffed in her eggs. The beef pours out of it's egg cocoon with every subsequent chop of your fork. You don't cut something so stuffed with a butter knife; it's disrespectful to the knife. The R&D's favorite is filled with beef bits, and some other vegetables that are irrelevant. It is topped with tomato sauce with sliced olives, almost making it appear like a pizza-hamburger hybrid. Only with eggs instead of bread, and tasting nothing like pizza or a hamburger...in the only good way that's possible: through R&D's favorite omelet. The "R" must stand for "rhapsody" and the "D" for "debauchee." Need I explain why? Coffee and hash browns are also good additions to your omelets. The only down side is the glass bottles of ketchup. Why not invest in squeezy bottles? They are state of the art; developed by highly fertile physicists, they utilize positive internal pressure to bring to you lycopene in ways you never imagined. I know I never did. All sexual innuendo and inanity aside, cum here for omelets.

    (5)

  • Lehua L.

    If you look on the back of the Pancake House menu, you'll find that they say they use "low flatulence" batter - maybe not a selling point, but entertaining at least. I eat here almost every weekend with my significant other, and we thought that Zippy's had great pancakes until we tried this place. Although breakfast here probably supplies you with enough calories for an entire day - the portions are huge, and the pancakes come with generous scoops of fresh, soft butter - sometimes you just have to forget about being healthy and just enjoy it. The "Apple pancakes" must be ordered in advance by phone because they take about 45 mins to make - apples are baked into the dough with cinnamon and sugar, resulting in something more like a gooey, apple-y pie (it's about the size of a pie too). My favorite dish: sweet bread french toast, for some reason always on special. Big, fluffy slices of sweet bread are battered and fried and sprinkled with a little powdered sugar, served with your choice of eggs and meat/sausage/etc. There are at least a dozen different omelletes, there's good coffee and they refill it often, and the service is usually pretty good. My only complaint is that it's often crowded after 9:30 AM on the weekend, so get there early to avoid waiting.

    (4)

  • J A.

    Finally tasted the potato omelette that my friend has been raving about. It was amazingly good! I picked out the bacon pieces though because I felt it didn't blend well with the omelette and it was too crispy for my liking. The sauce on the omelette really looped the whole plate together by providing that sweet taste to finish off the bite. Two thumbs up.

    (4)

  • Cheryl O.

    Late breakfasts on the weekends is our usual routine. This Sunday the BF and I were awesomely on the same wavelength in wanting to try somewhere different - he drove up to this place! He must've remembered my mentioning it after reading a friend's review. A little bummed, but not totally suprised - there was a huge crowd waiting at the door. But then again, most breakfast eateries are crowded in the mornings no matter what time you go. So after what felt like an hours wait (chasing a two year old around) we got seated outside. I'm usually an a/c kind of girl and we were given a choice, but with a hungry/grouchy 2y/o using her water/napkin to clean the table - ice everywhere - BF did a great thing by choosing to sit outside!, and since we're in cool winter weather it was a very nice change of pace. I had the corned beef hash with scrambled eggs n rice. Its shredded FRESH corned beef...different! The BF had the macademia pancakes, chopped ham with scrambled n hashbrowns. LOVED the hashbrowns...crisp oval patties bigger than McD's but with no grease! The pluses: lovely/excellent/friendly waterboy/waitresses who seem to all work together to get your food to you ASAP. They instantly make the long wait disappear from memory. Constant refills n checking on us even tho we were outside. The food was good. Full validation. The minuses: there were 10 names before us and not even looking at the list, the hostess deceivingly said 20 minute wait...LIE! The food was...good...nothing special. (I think we're just spoiled by the macadamia pancakes at BCD). It was definitely a refreshing change of pace. Will go back...after having a satisfactory experience, I always have to give the place a 2nd chance.

    (4)

  • E N.

    Maybe locals are treated differently... but our meal here was ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE... I can't express how bad they screwed up the simplest of dishes. I subsequently had a meal at the location on Dillingham... and it wasn't great but not terrible either. Either they are very inconsistent... or they are lucky to draw people who have incredibly low expectations.

    (1)

  • Lily G.

    why is the hostess so mean? The other ladies are nice! You better come early or WAIT...foreeever. My cousins and I had fun at that crazy fancy furniture store across the street, why is it so huge? Who buys that stuff? I guess some of the lamps were under a million $$. The people there seemed desperate and friendly...poor people, it is hard to sell thousand dollar ottomans, cool lamps though. ANYWAYS...the pancakes were good and cheap, but i think KOA pancake house better, faster, cheaper.

    (3)

  • Joseph B.

    This place was so-so. I had French toast plate and a veggie omelet. Can't go wrong with breakfast food. But the omelet was wishing for more flavor. The French toast was good.

    (3)

  • Josh L.

    I love breakfast. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes, and cheese are all delicious. Pancake house really does breakfast well. Their omelets are nice and fluffly and stuffed with ingredients, and the price is right there. My favorite is their potatoe omelet!! IT HAS 3 FLUFFY EGGS, POTATOES, BACON, AND COVERED IN THEIR DELICIOUS SOUR CREAM SAUCE!! for only $10 it is way worth your money. The food is not oily and the their food really hits the spot.

    (4)

  • Sara H.

    mmm love this place. where else can you get an omelette with your choice of toast, hashbrowns OR 2 PANCAKES??! ok maybe there are other places but i don't know of them so someone let me know! :) the junior breakfast here is such a good deal too! 1 egg, 2 pancakes and 2 pieces of bacon/sausage for less than $10! it's like the perfect amount of food for a filling bfast. gets pretty busy around breakfast time so go early or late to avoid the rush! and parking is free with validation in the building's parking lot.

    (5)

  • Regina B.

    Even though I've been back from Hawaii for about 2 weeks now and I have yet to write ALL of my reviews. This place is cute, nice family vibe.. and be warned; you may leave 3-5 pounds heavier! My boyfriend and I shared the banana pancakes and he had an omlette, I had the portuguese sausage, eggs and rice. Great place for a good hearty breakfast!! They had some great things on the menu; lots of specialty breakfast sweets if you're into french toast and pancakes :) I must return! :D

    (4)

  • R H.

    Had to order pancakes if we were coming to the Original Pancake House! We ordered the mac nut pancake and the french bread. The mac nut pancakes were great, and a good price, but it is a lot of food - five gihugent pancakes. Service was quickly and friendly, but unremarkable. And the validated parking is a nice touch.

    (4)

  • Shawn H.

    Normally our experience here is great. Food is good and consistent. But this time the maple syrup was watery, not thick. Bacon is great here, so thick and fried just right

    (4)

  • Jocelyn L.

    "Old, dark and kinda lame."

    (1)

  • Mike G.

    Best effin pancakes ever! Seriously so good.

    (5)

  • Jay O.

    The place has been around since 1976 and many of the staff (aunties in their mumu's) Have been employed here for nearly the entire time. today I ordered "the" Potato Omellette; it is unique and unlike anything I've had for breakfast... A fluffy omellette with real bite size potato chunks scattered and smothered by a white sauce/gravy accompanied by 3 thin plate size pancakes... My mouth is watering so I am going to take a quick photo and dig in... Mmmm. Now, the plate is clean... The flavors were heavenly, light and savory... To my surprise there was a generous amount of bacon within the perfectly cooked eggs along with barely noticeable rice and chives. Unreal... Super delicious. The charm of this place is refreshing and warm... That probably explains why it will be closed all day tomorrow as Hawaii 5-0 is using this location for a future episode. 49er pancakes are next... Thanks Auntie for the Ono grinds! Off to work with a full tank!

    (5)

  • Rita L.

    i love coming here for breakfast! yeah, sometimes there is a wait but the pancakes keep me coming back! The service here is great, very efficient thats for sure! i love to eat the little pancakes... but the buttermilk ones are just as good! ahhh.... make sure you look at the specials, sometimes there are great deals like 2 eggs, sausage, and pancakes for under 5 bucks! i think early bird! parking is validated! such a great place to go after a long night of work!

    (4)

  • Cari B.

    I was hoping to find the same quality of food, as the Laguna Niguel Location. The service was not as quick, and my dutch baby was a little more greasy than I am used to. It was a good enough breakfast choice in Honolulu, but there are better.

    (3)

  • Peter C.

    Food was pretty good, better then boots and kimos, however service was a lilttle slow

    (3)

  • Craig P.

    I just love Omelettes and Pancakes and you can get both here on one order! I usually order the Veggie Omelette, Egg Whites with Pancakes. The Omelette comes out perfect even with egg whites! Usually, they come out tasting like shells but here, they taste good... almost too good... Pancakes with the Passion Fruit Syrup are fantastic! You need to ask for that one, the Coconut and Boysenberry, otherwise, it's Maple. I recently tried (and got hooked) on the 49'er flapjacks. Thin and chewy, they are so good with the coconut syrup, yum! One of my friends ordered the Dutch Baby. Looked awesome, but beware, it takes a while like 20 or so minutes to make so if you know you want it, order it early! I don't really eat red meat now days but when I did, the Spinach and Bacon or the Portugese Sausage Omelette were pretty good. Usually we go there weekdays for lunch so it's not too bad a wait.

    (5)

  • Kirk D.

    Damn it!!! I should of ordered a crazy omelet. I got the standard scrabbled eggs with Macadamia pancakes the eggs and hash was really not that great but the Pancake still Haunts me to this day. Very Friendly. Nice lil sit down.

    (4)

  • Alyssa K.

    Yums. HUGE servings. Next time my bf I decided we're gonna split 1 dish.

    (4)

  • Mai G.

    Had banana pancake with coconut syrup. The coconut syrup makes it tasty. Everything else on menu is pretty standard.

    (3)

  • Patti K.

    The Dutch Baby was awesome! Quite a long wait at 10ish, but once we got in seemed like there wasn't much of a wait for those that came after us. Not the BEST coffee, but okay...everything else was ONO! Our server was very personable, too. P.S. Don't go for the atmosphere....go for the food!

    (4)

  • Kayla D.

    Delicious! The spot reminded me of a cracker barrel or something with old wooden decor, but a taste of Hawaii with the well seasoned servers dressed in aloha print dresses. The pancake menu was unique with at least 10 interesting choices for pancakes alone. I decided to get the broccoli and cheese omelet which comes with a choice of pancakes, rice, or toast. I opted to pay extra for some macadamia nut pancakes as my side. Great choice. They were delicious as was the broccoli and cheese omelet. What a great idea! My boyfriend got the bits o' bacon pancakes add blueberry and a side of hash. I would have loved the pancakes if it weren't for the blueberries which I am not a fan of, but he loved it. The corned beef hash was home made and absolutely worth ordering. The server checked on us often and refilled our coffees and waters whenever they appeared low. The total bill for the two of us was only $31, which is unusual for us. I loved this place for the great service and delicious food, although my boyfriend, working in a restaurant, was not a fan of the large bus cart that came around to collect finished plates. Slightly tacky (like the decor). I will more than likely be visiting The Original Pancake House for breakfast frequently now. Thumbs up!

    (3)

  • Elle V.

    I used to work at a law office in the building and had breakfast take out and the pancakes are deeeeeelicious! I remember my omelette wasn't all that great but I sure did love those pancakes.

    (4)

  • K C.

    Wait can be quick, fast service for A LOT of food for a good price.

    (4)

  • X X.

    Delicious apple pancake and well worth the 40 minutes to get it! The servers and host were friendly, and it was a nice menu. Only wish it was slightly less in price, more table space, and that it was open for more hours. It's funny. I came alone and ordered that. Once I got it, people were staring at it. A waitress said she gets it at least once a week. Everyone kept asking me how it was even if they weren't serving me.

    (4)

  • Geralyn Y.

    mm mm mmm. fluffy pancakes and yummy coconut syrup. dutch baby baked with a hint of cheese. sprinkle powdered sugar on EVERYTHING. This place is great, price is right. A must-go if you're on vacation here and you have a car. The servings are big and everything is yummy.

    (4)

  • Michael C.

    I'm not a big pancake person, but I loved this place. The Forty Niner flap jacks were awesome! My wife loved her banana pancakes, and the kids really liked the Pigs in a Blanket. We are not the type to visit the same restaurant twice on vacation, but we're already planning on eating here for our last breakfast before leaving. For pancakes this place is as good as it gets.

    (5)

  • Brandon B.

    I love their speciality pancakes, they take a long time but are something you won't get somewhere else. So make sure if you order them you are not about to fall over dead hungry and that the people you came with are ones you can tolerate that long.

    (4)

  • Saane M.

    Yummy pancakes just stay away from the omelettes that are made of anything other than the real thing. If you like bacon, you have to try theirs'. I got here with my little family around 9:30 on a Saturday morning and we waited about 45 minutes before being seated. I didn't mind the wait. I actually expected it because I've been here before. I had my kids bring their ds' to play so they wouldn't realize how long we were waiting. I prefer this one over the one in Kalihi just slightly. The only downside about this place is when its so busy, the waitresses are spread out so thin that I can't rely on my requests being fulfilled. Twice I asked for the coconut syrup that was supposed to come with my banana pancakes and it fell on deaf ears. I was too hungry to wait longer so I just used the regular house syrup. Oh well.

    (4)

  • Mark C.

    Breakfast is the BOMB here! So ONOLICIOUS They're known for their signature Apple Pancake which is a single large pancake smothered with sauted apples and cinnamon sugar baked to perfection with cinnamon sugar glaze. Other Items I've tried are corn beef hash patty w/ eggs and pancakes, Canadian bacon w/ eggs and hash browns and steak and eggs. This location is very popular so expect to wait up to 30 minutes to be seated. Waitresses are extremely friendly and fast. I personally like to get in and get out when it comes to breakfast so this was perfect service to me.

    (5)

  • Kylie K.

    NOT IMPRESSED! I ordered the corn beef hash with scrambled eggs for breakfast. First of all the corn beef hash was from the can and the eggs tasted like fake eggs. Your better off eating at home, its a waste of money. There was one thing that was positive, our waitress was very nice and friendly. Definetly, not worth going back!

    (2)

  • Elin T.

    Definitely my favorite breakfast place!! use to come here in high school and the same waitresses are there. have to try the potato omelet, 49ers, and dutch baby. only con is there is always a wait.

    (5)

  • Nikil M.

    I loved this place. The service was friendly and the pancakes were absolutely amazing.

    (5)

  • Kalae P.

    Great food! A lot for the price!! Service excellent and always with friendly, aloha service!!! Favorite spot for those late mornings; great breakfast for family-style dining and with friends.

    (5)

  • David G.

    Good breakfast place, this location differs from the location that I'm used to on the mainland but the food is still good. I was surprised that they had a Monday thru Friday lunch menu. We all had pancakes and they were great! The swedish pancakes are awesome (light but filling). There is no street parking but there is validation if yoou park in the garage.

    (4)

  • Michael Q.

    When I need a pancake fix, I make my way here. More comfy atmosphere than Like like. Fresh corn beef hash...nor canned. Pancakes are yummy....

    (5)

  • Norm G.

    Attention everyone! We are in a depression here (sorry, rebel that I am, I refuse to call it a "recession!") Since our economy is depressed, and people like me are going out to eat less and less, it would behoove restaurants that are still in business to tune up their customer service! I dropped my review to 3 stars because of the GRUMPY service we got this Labor Day weekend! We've gotten good service from previous waitresses, but not this one. She was maybe in her late 50's, had her long hair pinned up, and had the demeanor and facial expression of Grumpy from the movie Snow White! I mean, yes, being a waitress is a hard job, but honey! Do you want at least 20% tip or is it really worth it to get only 10% because you treated my family like stray dogs? I mean, we bathed that morning, wore clean clothes, and were pleasant, so how hard can it be to wait on people like us? The food was still good, and my stomach was happy, but the bad service definitely got our morning off to a bad start, so we decided we will save our money and eat breakfast at home from now on...unless we hear of a place with consistently friendly service.

    (3)

  • Carl L.

    A Family favorite whenever we visit Hawaii. Even with the long morning drive in from Kapolei, we won't miss a trip to the Original Pancake House. Parking is a little built difficult, but i promise you that you will love the food. the hours of 6-2 work for most breakfast lovers as well.

    (5)

  • David K.

    Real mediocre.go to harry's instead. Better food, cheaper, and locally owned

    (2)

  • Satoru Y.

    A good start to your weekend mornings. I find myself coming here many times over. I would always come here to treat my omelette addiction. On the weekends, I would advise going here later in the day; so that you avoid the lines. This place can get pretty backed up at times. However, it is worth checking out. I personally love the Portugese Sausage Omelette. I kind of wish we would get in the practice of calling Portugese Sausage the traditional name of Linquisa. I digress. I do wish that the side that comes with the omelette was something other than packaged Hash-Browns. Though, their is a quirky charm to those Hash-Browns; and they do give you two of them. Their Pancakes are great. I love getting their Dollar pancakes to share with someone while I devour my omelette. It's a great place to have a meal before you start the day.

    (3)

  • Cheryl K.

    Lived on Oahu my whole life and this was my first time here. Haha. To me it was okay. Nothing like "O-M-G! You have to eat here!". No not really. Bacon was good. Pancake, ehh, it was decent. Overall okay experience. Maybe I shall try something else next time...

    (3)

  • Danny R.

    Tried the Dutch pancake..it was good! I'm so happy they have a branch here in redondo beach. This is the only restaurant that I can come back and eat again at the mainland!. I was pretty full before coming here (from trying all the restaurants mentioned here in yelp). But I managed to finish everything...delicious..Thanks Naomi for your spot on review!

    (4)

  • Evan C.

    The Original Pancake House is as good as it gets when it comes to home-style morning breakfast. The wait was a little long, about 20 minutes, but we expected this coming to breakfast on a Sunday at 10:00 AM. As soon as we were seated we were ready to order, our food was brought to us very promptly and our waitress was very nice lady with her Aloha print dress on. My other half and I decided we would order two things and split both of them.. So we got the blueberry pancakes, and corned beef hash with eggs. Both of them were very delicious. The pancakes really stood up to what I had hoped for when you hear pancakes in the name of the place. Light and fluffy, and not too sweet. The eggs and corned beef hash were very good as well, not over done (I was a little shocked though on how small it was) I had read reviews about the portions being massive. I would definitely come back here to try some of the other pancakes that they offer only because the blueberry pancake were that good. The ambiance of the Original Pancake House is very country-low light homey kinda feel to it. Definitely a hole in the wall place and can easily be missed because it is tucked into the back of the building.

    (4)

  • Gene K.

    I love a good breakfast at any time of the day, and this place definitely delivers when you want breakfast food. We went on a weekday late morning and there was no wait. In fact, there were practically no people inside! The cooking staff was out of the kitchen cutting it up with one another and cracking up. But that made for very fast service. Wifey was gonna order the dutch baby (we love it), but changed her mind as the waitress informed her it would be 30 minutes to make it. At least they told us it would take that long, not like when we went to the Original Pancake House in OC. So she changed her order to the ham steak with scrambled eggs and hash browns. I got the corned beef hash with eggs over easy and the stack of 3 pancakes. This is some of the best corned beef hash. It isn't the crap from the can (which I actually like), but real shredded pieces of corned beef (sometimes with fat and all) fried together with potato pieces, all pressed into a large patty. Wifey's hash browns were good, but it reminded me of McDonald's breakfast hash browns. To me, pancakes are pancakes (unless you go to Boots and Kimo's!) but the pancakes here were really surprisingly good! They were light, fluffy, and tasty! I was very surprised, as was wifey. The one thing I would knock about this place is the decor. I know they're going for the down-home-rustic feel, but somehow, it just comes off feeling a little dingy. One whole wall is just plate glass windows that give you a view of the... hallway?! The opposing wall tints the glass outside. Everything inside is in dark brown wood stain color. It just seems drab inside. But I'll tell you what--if I want a good breakfast with a good, simple pancake, I'm coming here.

    (4)

  • Joellen S.

    this spinach omelet is the greatest one I've ever had. fluffy, with generous swathes of spinach, cheese, and bacon marbled through the omelet. We had to return cause this omelet was just the best ever. Loved Cafe Kaila, went there twice as well during our trip but had to come here last morning to get another omelet before the trip home. We'd eaten here three years ago on our honeymoon and returned it was as good as before, Pancakes are also exceptional in my humble opinion. when ever I hit Honolulu this is a breakfast stop.

    (5)

  • Law G.

    If i could eat here everyday i would... No wait time, fast service, resonble prices, i'm still searching for a better breakfast spot, only dissappointment, "NO FRIED RICE!!!"

    (5)

  • Derek N.

    The food is good. Today I got my usual; Portuguese omelette with buttermilk pancakes and coconut syrup. Today the omelette wasn't that good; the sausage was in big chunks concentrated towards the center, and it was terribly light on the green onions. The result was that half of the omelette was just plain egg. The service is pretty slow; my hung over companion had a headache and we left because they stopped filling her water glass, and she needed water. Also there is usually a wait. Good thing my friends showed up early and put us down for a table. The one thing I have yet to try is the Dutch Baby, I will update my review when I do so.

    (4)

  • HayesOne s.

    The service was very friendly which for me, in Honolulu is saying a lot. Everyone was nice, the garage parking was free with validation, and all of the food was great. Real cream for The coffee, and Dutch Babies, I thought only my mom knew how to make these!! I will be going back for more

    (4)

  • Yukio K.

    Came here on a recommendation from a friend, and I'm glad I did. They really do have the best pancakes I've ever had in a restaurant. And their eggs, sausage and hash browns were cooked perfectly. The restaurant is just a slight tad on the small side, and because it's so popular, wait times can be a little long. But the staff moves very efficiently and with a purpose, without sacrificing great service to do so.

    (5)

  • Remeca A.

    Ate there twice. All in a year in between. Their macadamian pancakes are great! Their bacon is good. I forgot what its called but their #1, some kind of omelet with ground beef with a sauce is gross. Their hashbrowns are cheap (frozen kind). Service was nice and place was clean, asides the geico I saw on the floor (but in Hawaii thats supposed to be good luck). Overall expierence was cool and their prices are way better than Eggs and Things.

    (3)

  • Curtis B.

    We aren't in Portland anymore. OPH Honolulu is lackluster at best. But at least they're not cash only. Also choked with tourists that I'm guessing have never experienced OPH before I hope that they do not judge our northwest breakfast traditions based solely on this place. My pigs in blankets were ok but my eggs were cold and looked like they'd been run over by a truck. Erin's corned beef has looked to have had a similar fate. Overall blech.

    (2)

  • Tolkien L.

    When I'm in need of my pancake fix, I only go there. They have some of the most perfect pancakes there....did I tell you I love pancakes? My co-workers love to go there every so often to get our fill in carbs and sugar!

    (5)

  • Boki C.

    it's aight. there was a wait when i went around 11am on a saturday. it was pretty cold in the restaurant & dim, i'm not a fan of dim places...especially when u're eating during the day. pancakes were better than eggs n things, but still doesn't beat 49 diner. my friend got the cornbeef hash & eggs - it was fine. nothing special. we contemplated getting their apple pancake, but it takes 45 mins for it to be ready. i thought the food was mediocre... if it was better, i'd consider going again for their apple pancake. but too bad so sad, doubt i'm frequenting there again. oh & there IS outdoor seating, but we weren't allowed out there... pfff

    (2)

  • Micah P.

    It's classic breakfast fare. Nothing amazing except maybe the german pancake which comes out gigantic and takes twenty minutes baking time. I had veggie omelette with pancakes and gf had strawberry waffle. This place is just solid local style diner breakfast for a very affordable prices. Best cure for a hangover. Not gonna blow your palette out of the ocean but will definitely make your hanger subside. Chutes!

    (3)

  • Andy C.

    wonderful service. I ended up searching nearby restaurants on yelp and came across the original pancake house. it make not look so great on the outside and on the inside it feels as if it were based on a house kitchen setting. steak and eggs, omelette, coffee, pancakes - what more can you ask for?

    (5)

  • Eric G.

    I came here on a Tuesday morning so it was not busy. On entering, I was thrown off by the lighting; was I in a dungeon? Then the women working there were wearing some sort of dresses that made me feel like I was walking through an Amish kitchen. We were seated immediately. Our food came out pronto. I had the R & D omelet. It was surprisingly tasty although I would rather have had it for one of those evenings where you eat breakfast food for dinner. I tasted the bacon; salty but okay. The buttermilk pancakes were pretty standard too. I wouldn't say epic food, but I didn't try the dutch baby either.

    (4)

  • Angel L.

    My first time coming to this place always was curious but when I first tried it I thought it was alright not the best but its edible!

    (2)

  • First Name L.

    hmmmm... looks like I have a minority opinion here but it's worth voicing anyway. This place is always busy on weekends and we waited about 45 minutes, that was fine as we knew this ahead of time. We sat in the outdoor area. Tables weren't that clean but there was a lot of food in the plants... looked like chicken wing bones all over. Whatever, we were there for food so it didn't bother anyone. Coffee = typically watery coffee house stuff Food - very disappointing. Macadamia pancakes.. nothing special (try Boots and Kimo instead). Regular pancakes were nothing special. Omelets were omelets but nothing special. Bacon was nothing special. Let me summarize. This place is NOTHING SPECIAL. Kids hated it. Adults hated it more. When you see such crowds and wait forever, you expect good food. I can go to Safeway and make better food than this in less than 45 minutes. But you know what, I'm happy the crowds are there cuz it keeps the really good places accessible.

    (1)

  • Daisy S.

    Love the place and the food! Been here several times, but beware of the wait! Oh! maybe that is everywhere in Hawaii... =) but yeah, everything is good here.

    (4)

  • Little M.

    great food and service. weird location. park upstairs. the shop is not on the street. worth finding. the french toast was really great.

    (5)

  • Amber W.

    Decent breakfast and I like their homestyle pancakes that come out all fluffy. Service is quick, parking sucks, there's often a long (45 min+ wait).

    (4)

  • Aileen W.

    We waited for 30 minutes to sit. waitresses were really nice and kind even it was so busy. My husband didn't enjoy much because tables are so close each other(we wish the place is bigger so we don't have to wait so much). But we loved the pancakes and bacon!! My husband said he could keep eating the bacon forever! hehe One thing we didn't like was hashbrown.. We were expecting home made hasbrown, not the frozen one. Oh well, I love the pancake there!

    (3)

  • Sylvia D.

    I love the Original Pancake House (I've only been to the one on Kapiolani.) I've always had great service every time we've gone there. The waitresses in their bright colored muumuu's makes you feel like their your favorite aunty. I normally have the minced ham and eggs, but have had the omelettes and always, always have pancakes. I'm not a big on pancakes, but there are two places that I will always get the pancakes...here and Ken's Pancake House in Hilo. The atmosphere here is casual - meaning you can throw on a t-shirt and shorts w/some rubber slippers and you're good. The only down side of the restaurant is that they don't take reservations so show up too late and you'll be waiting for a while...but I think the food at the prices they're at, are well worth the wait.

    (5)

  • Anjelika J.

    this is the best place for pancakes!!! when you order an omelett or eggs w/ meat, you get a choice of starch which is either: rice, toast, hash browns or PANCAKES!!!! my faves: *eggs over medium w/ bacon *the pancakes *plain crepes w/ tropical sauce, no butter *a few of the waitresses note: best time to go is weekday mid-mornings.

    (4)

  • Lisa C.

    A definite must when I am in Honolulu. It's become a tradition: I drag my entire family here on the morning of my flight back to the mainland as a last supper of sorts. Ever since I was a kid, I've always ordered the dollar pancakes and I swear the dollar pancakes have gotten bigger since then. They don't take reservations so get there early.

    (5)

  • David B.

    had breakfast here this morning. i was the last customer who came in today buy my waitress gave excellent service. we ordered an omellete,(forgot the name) it had bacon, potatoes and came with a white cream sauce, i added in mushrooms and cheese, and also got a side of spanish sauce with it. that and the pancakes, side of hash browns man! that hit the spot this morning. we were the last to leave, and everyone in the restaurant was so nice and friendly. great to still see awesome local style service

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    (This review is for the Original Pancake House on Kapiolani.) This restaurant was recommended by the book "Oahu Revealed", and after having breakfast here my wife and I agree. Oddly enough, this chain was originally founded in Portland, Oregon in 1953! Although we did not have the time to try the Dutch baby pancakes or baked apple pancakes (which require a 45 minute prep time!), we did enjoy what we ordered. Aside from the usual breakfast items found at other restaurants (omelettes, egg dishes, pancakes, crepes, etc), if you like local eats like I do you will try have Portugese sausage. Me, I had spam and eggs! yummy! Service was decent and the wait staff were dressed in colorful muumuu's as they served food and drinks. What's interesting to note is that the omelettes here are NOT fried. Instead, they are baked, which gives them an interesting texture as a result (that you may or may not like), so tell them if you want your eggs cooked in a special way. My wife loved the coconut syrup for the buttermilk pancakes. The buttermilk pancakes were delicious, only topped by another place I know of in Burlingame, CA (Crepevine). The atmosphere is casual, and you'll see some local residents enjoying themselves in happy conversation and eating, which is a welcome break from the flourescent-colored, camera toting tourists. Breakfast for two with drink will run around a low $20, and in the end you will feel full and satisfied to have a "local eating" experience. Be mindful of the street parking signs so you don't get a ticket/towed.

    (4)

  • Erik S.

    The pancakes here were great. I really wished that they had a sampler plate of all the different kinds of pancakes because all i got to try were the blueberry pancakes. My wife and I also split an omelet, which was also quite good. I highly recommend this place for a good start to your day.

    (4)

  • Voice Of The People S.

    good food amazing service. ate there for breakfast this morning and all the waitstaff/bussers seemed genuinely happy and very friendly. Our waitress was very friendly and never left my coffee empty, i think i must have drank 5 cups. i had the eggs and bacon with pancakes. it wasn't anything special but its a pretty standard order. i think they're more known for their dutch baby and more elaborate pancake options. i'll come here again for sure.

    (4)

  • Stacey K.

    Service was great. The food was extremely heavy, I could smell the butter lathered onto everything even my broccoli and cheese omelet with hash browns which I couldn't even finish. The O.J is fresh squeezed, but wasn't that great. My friend had the Dutch Oven with strawberries. It was yummy but super rich and heavy. I think this place is good for a once a month visit otherwise they might have to roll you out of here. If you want a yummy, high calorie, indulgent breakfast this is the place for you.

    (3)

  • Marc K.

    Portuguese sausage was good. Kids meals were pretty small. Waitress was really friendly.

    (3)

  • H L.

    This is definitely a staple for your breakfast needs; especially if you are a fan of breakfast for every meal. The bacon served is ginormous, so if you are a fan of the pig fat you will be in heaven. And when I say ginormous, I dont mean in serving size, I mean as in prehistoric pig size. It will make the pork lover in you shed a tear. I ordered the french toast with a side of hash browns and sausage patties and left happy. They also serve hash browns the way I love best: squared into a patty. Can you beat that? Be sure to stop by! P.S. If you want the baked cinnamon dutch apple thing, go for it but be forewarned that it takes them 45 minutes from order to shoveling into your pie hole :)

    (4)

  • Mark G.

    Best Bacon! Need I say more? Ok I will. No I guess I won't . I think "best bacon" pretty much says it all.

    (4)

  • Kaipo S.

    Love their corned beef hash, made with brisket. If you go on a weekend morning be prepared to wait up to 45 minutes or more for a table. I would suggest just going to their Kalihi location on the weekend, although they give a smaller, more potato rich version of their corned beef hash there.

    (4)

  • Greg S.

    There's not much I can say about the breakfast here that hasn't already been complimented by other Yelpers. Two tips for eating here though: 1) If you don't want to wait, come very early (open at 6 am) or after late morning after the initial rush. 2) Expect to have a heard time picking from among the large selection. The only disappointment was that their hash browns are the pre made McDonald's type. Overall, this is a great place to get pancakes, omelettes, and more at reasonable prices.

    (3)

  • Siu L.

    The pancakes here are amazingly yummy!!! There are over 15 types of pancakes and I decided to try the macadamia nut pancakes since I've been obsessed over macadamia nuts! It was super fluffy and muy delicioso! I also ordered the RDK's special omelette and it was not what I expected at all! It was covered with this red marinara sauce and definitely did not mix well with my pancake coated stomache. I highly recommend this place for pancakes!

    (4)

  • Dawn D.

    The wait to get in this place is long, the parking is hard to come by, and the prices for the dinkiest juice and coffe cups are just laughable. My friend ordered the crepes which came with frozen strawberries And i mean ice cold frozen hard to bite strawberries, but i had a really good asparagus omelet, so I wont be too harsh. and the fluffy omelet someone else ordered (cross between a sooufflee and omelet)looked enticing.

    (3)

  • T O.

    This place only gets 2 stars for the food to value ratio. The $10 omelet didn't come with cheese? I ordered the mushroom omelet and the slurry white sauce ruined the whole thing. The omelet may be fluffy (as described by another user), but with the slurry white sauce and the clump of cheese placed in the middle, it was disgusting. I cannot comprehend messing up a mushroom omelet (eggs, cheese, mushrooms...what the deal???). My friend also ordered the garden omelet (see picture) and was equally unimpressed by this $10 entree. The only reason to go here is to get pancakes only. The nostalgia of this place may be kitsch but its rather dark and dingy for me. A place with over priced food and dim surroundings does not earn your valuable dollar. Definitely not worth waiting in line. Go to Wailana if you like pancakes. +Friendly wait staff.

    (2)

  • Carlo C.

    heard so many great reviews about the place. it was ok. not exactly as good as i thought it would be. i thought the corned beef hash had way too much potatoes and not enough beef. the waffles were good, but nothing to write home about. had a good breakfast type atmosphere and the wait staff was very friendly. food came out quickly. they really know how to turn tables there. food was ok. service was great.

    (3)

  • koren c.

    I love their pancakes. Not too many places make good pancakes. I also like the atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Scott H.

    I visited this place earlier this week and I have to say that the food was delicious. I had the mac nut pancakes with coconut syrup and it rocked! Not to mention the staff was very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!

    (5)

  • Grimeater A.

    The Special Omelette with chocolate chip pancakes. I order the same thing every time. It's a heavy breakfast but so good. I need to come here more.

    (4)

  • J M.

    no ifs, ands, or butts, this place is good. had the chocolate chip pancakes and almost creamed in my swim trunks. the extensive menu is almost too unwieldy, you'll sit there for 20 minutes trying to decide what to order.

    (5)

  • Rei M.

    Two words... DUTCH BABY! Soo... worth the wait. Oh and I love their corned beef hash and eggs, too. The best part is da Pancake House is around da corner from grandma's place. ^_^

    (5)

  • Lynn K.

    Pancakes and crepes, good; everything else, bad! I used to work in the office building above it and would break down and go there when I didn't have time to make food or get it elsewhere. I was amazed at how they could ruin eggs (rubbery or brown), toast (seriously if the toast is black, you should throw it out, not serve it!) and even a cold turkey sandwich. They would put soaking wet lettuce on it so the bread would turn back to soggy dough. Yuck! And the soup that came with it was saltier and had less flavor than Campbell's. The only good thing about lunch is that it came with a crepe that was perfect and topped with strawberries with a light sauce and whipped cream.

    (2)

  • Jen C.

    I try to make it here at least once during every visit home. I always order the same thing...49er Flapjacks!!! A stack of super-thin pancakes that are so moist, tender yet toothsome, and flavorful. A pat of butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a side of sausage make the perfect breakfast. I would give it a higher rating, but the rest of the menu isn't that special.

    (3)

  • Aug C.

    my god. I had no idea how good banana pancake with coconut syrup can be. I meant better than sex kinda good (well almost...I still prefer sex) this is the first time here and I found this place through yelp. The place is located inside a business building which I though was so weird. The line is long. We were there at 9 am hoping we will beat the 2nd rush but we still had to wait for 20 mins for a table. Coffee was ok nothing to rave about. Omelettes were ok. If you come here you have to eat their exotic pancakes.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    came to Honolulu last night and dying to have a decent breakfast in the morning. Drove by Seaside Bar and Grill and saw the special for $3.95 and I told the wife I am going to get that in the morning. Instead I got on-line and read the review of The Original Pancake House with 4.5 stars. i don't where some of these reviewers have eaten in the past, this place deserve no more than 3 stars at best. the service is okay and they do have a Hawaii flair because of the colorful moomoo. I order the Corn Beef Hash and I asked the waitress do they make the hash brown on the premises and she reply with no hesitation that it was. When it came out, what i got was two patties of hashbrown that i might as well get them at McDonald. My corn beef hash portion was so small and tasteless, I don't want to venture to rate the quality of the food. And that cost me $7.25. My daughter order a papaya for $2.85 it was half of a small, i mean small fruit with most of the meat scoop out because someone carelessly scooped out the flesh when they did the seed. at most she got two bits of papaya. Come on folks. big portion, good food, 4.5 stars please be honest. The price is not bad, but food mediocre at best. My wife had the pancake that is what is expected good, but not great, but a breakfast place can't be rated good when all other food is sub-par.

    (2)

  • Rob C.

    the original pancake house is all over, but it's still one step below the original walker brothers pancake house in wilmette, il. anyways, still good to go for that extra sugary apple pancake.

    (4)

  • shari o.

    My son and I love this place. We always go to the one on Dillingham. He orders the spinach omelette and I get the R&D special with poi pancakes. We always leave very full and happy.

    (5)

  • Ty Y.

    This place was a zoo. I would normally say that a business needs to invest in X or do Y to improve, but this is an old-time shop that I see doing nothing in the way of improving. They stand up here only for their food in my opinion. I hate giving a negative review considering the food was tastey, but I came out feeling more stressed than when I went in. They need to invest in some serious crowd-control as the lines and waiting area were not a pleasant experience. The decor and atmosphere is 70s at best and I don't know that I like eating breakfast in a dark room. Messes a bit with my body cycle to not have a nice bright area so early in the morning. Waitresses were nice, but the bussers all had neck tattoos and did not look the part of a service professional. I know that may sound bad, but a business must choose its staff as a representation of core values. I may be missing things, but perception is reality fpr customers. I felt my potato pancake was tastey but our hashbrowns were store-bought mcdonalds style at best. Not what I would expect from a business known for a good breakfast. Price was acceptable considering these were not just 2-egg plates. Get the atmosphere under control and this place could be the best on oahu.

    (1)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :6:00 am - 2:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Breakfast
    Parking : Garage
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

The Original Pancake House

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