Original Pancake House (8037 15th Ave NW, Seattle, WA; Several locations around the US)
While Patty’s Eggnest is no doubt my favorite Seattle-based breakfast spot, Original Pancake House is probably the best one based out of the Pacific Northwest. With its humble beginnings in Portland, OR, Original Pancake House is pretty much a throwback to the old school diners of yesteryear, serving rich, well-made foods, in place of the runny eggs and dry pancakes that you’d find at most chains like Denny’s, Shari’s or International House of Pancakes.
I’m fortunate to have one down the street from my place, but I’ve heard of many people traveling as far as the burbs to get their OG Pancake House fix.
While I do like the Dutch Apple Pancakes, my favorite dish is their baked omelete, made with 5-6 eggs and fillings of your choice (I usually go with the vegetarian option). The pancakes are thick, but fluffy and potatoes are beyond words.
For the meat eaters, they serve thick cut bacon and huge pieces of sausage (that’s what she said).
In short: this is the best breakfast you’ll have in your life.
