The Original Pancake House

The Original Pancake House on Woodward Avenue in Birmingham, Michigan, has been serving what locals call the state's best breakfast since 1982. This beloved Birmingham establishment has earned its reputation as Michigan's favorite pancake house through decades of consistently excellent food and welcoming service. The restaurant's signature dishes include The Big Apple, oven-baked with fresh apples and cinnamon sugar glaze, and The Big German, an old-world recipe served with fresh lemon and powdered sugar. The Santa Fe Garden offers a zesty Southwest twist with onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and jalapeño peppers topped with jalapeño cheese. Beyond pancakes, the menu features delicate crepes like Fresh Strawberries topped with strawberry syrup and real whipped cream, and Cherry Kijafa featuring Montmorency cherries tempered with Danish Kijafa wine. Belgian waffles come stuffed with blueberries or apples and finished with powdered sugar. All three Michigan locations in Birmingham, Southfield, and Grosse Pointe Woods serve from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily, offering both dine-in and carryout options. The Birmingham location at 33703 Woodward Avenue sits in the heart of this affluent suburban community, making it a favorite weekend brunch destination for families, business professionals, and retirees alike. With a 4-star Google rating from nearly 3,000 reviews, The Original Pancake House continues to deliver quality ingredients blended into authentic recipes collected from the best of each region.