Original Pancake House

The Original Pancake House in Bothell, Washington stands as a beloved breakfast institution serving the Seattle metro area with exceptional homestyle cooking since establishing their location at 1904 201st Pl SE. Founded in Portland in 1953 by Les Highet and Erma Hueneke, this second and third-generation family business has perfected the art of breakfast over seven decades, maintaining the same unwavering commitment to quality that earned them national acclaim. Their signature award-winning buttermilk pancakes utilize an aged sourdough starter requiring a meticulous four-day fermentation process, resulting in light, airy cakes perfectly complemented by freshly whipped salted butter and sweet homemade syrup. The menu features an impressive array of options including hand-rolled four-egg omelettes, classic Eggs Benedict served with poached eggs and various toppings, Belgian waffles made from scratch, delicate French crepes filled with strawberry or banana Nutella, and hearty breakfast bowls topped with sunny-side-up eggs. Their commitment to quality extends to sourcing only the finest ingredients: 93 score butter, pure 36% whipping cream, fresh grade AA eggs, and hard wheat unbleached flour. The restaurant offers a loyalty program where guests earn two points for every dollar spent, redeemable for discounts and free menu items. Open daily for breakfast and brunch, The Original Pancake House provides a welcoming atmosphere where families and friends gather to enjoy authentic American breakfast classics in Bothell's thriving community.