The Original Pancake House

Just as pies go to the Double R Diner when they die, omelettes go to the Original Pancake House. Stopped in for breakfast and ordered the western omelette and it truly was something impressive. An omelette typically contains three eggs but I swear that the ones here have between four and six. They are also unique in the sense that they are baked and "fluffy" as they are described by the menu.The main course was large enough as to where I had a small portion as leftovers. The side of sausage links (which I believe are made in house) was also very good. The 🥞 were so-so and some of the menu items seemed a little pricey, but everything else made up for that. Can't wait to go back and try their Dutch Baby.

An average breakfast spot, Food quantity and quality is good nothing amazing. The banana pancakes were delicious. The server took a lil while to get to us but it was really busy so I don’t blame her. The seats are very small wouldn’t recommend groups 5+ we had 4 and the booth was cramped

We got seated and they accommodated my daughter with a high chair which we really appreciate. Our server was Victoria and was great. She was very patient with my family and explained the menu items thoroughly. It was my daughter’s birthday and Victoria went above and beyond to bring out a celebratory pancake and even sang to her. Serves like Victoria make going out to eat well worth it. Thank you.

Extremely disappointing experience. We waited over 45 minutes for our food, and when it finally arrived, most of it was cold. The Sourdough Scrambler and the Chicken and Waffles were both served cold. We also ordered the Classic Crepe, which is supposed to come with eggs and bacon, but the server only brought the crepes. When we asked about the missing items, they brought out cold eggs (clearly forgotten) and had to go back again just to get the bacon. On top of that, we ordered the M&M pancakes, and instead of mixing them in or doing something creative, they literally just threw M&Ms on top—no effort at all. Overall, it was a frustrating and low-quality experience. Definitely not what you’d expect from a place with a name like “The Original Pancake House.” Would not recommend.

The Original Pancake House in Bethesda may have a legacy name, but the experience fell flat. The interior feels oddly sterile—think dentist’s office more than cozy breakfast spot—with worn booths and cold lighting that do little to create any warmth or charm Unfortunately, the food matched the ambiance. The bacon was burnt beyond saving—truly inedible. Buttermilk Pancakes were undercooked and doughy in the middle, and the scrambled eggs were oddly runny, lacking any fluff or seasoning. Even the plate presentation was off, with small pancakes looking lost on giant plates, and the eggs on a huge plate. Service was fine but impersonal. Overall, it felt like a place going through the motions rather than delivering a satisfying breakfast. I wouldn’t wait in line for this restaurant. You can f