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Walker Bros Orig Pancake House

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153 Green Bay Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091

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(847) 251-6000
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Walker Bros Orig Pancake House - Wilmette, IL
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The Original Pancake House is a well-known breakfast place. As the name suggests, they're expert at...

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The apple pancake is great beyond that there isn't much foodwise. The hash is dangerous and the omelettes while looking extremely good are boiled in shortening you could wring ou...

A family favorite for fine breakfast 11/26/2011

The Original Pancake House is a well-known breakfast place. As the name suggests, they're expert at... more

A family favorite for fine breakfast 11/26/2011

_erica_ Provided by Partner
The Original Pancake House is a well-known breakfast place. As the name suggests, they're expert at pancakes -- from traditional buttermilk to more... more

Try it and See For Yourself! 1/19/2009

Any food chain especially known for breakfast that has the ""original pancake house"" in the title is worth a try. This place is not bad. I enjoy the omelets and the crepes...really good! more

I just don't get it... 8/4/2008

This place is Terrible with a capital T. I do not understand what all the fuss is about! You could get a breakfast of equal or better quality at Denny's, for a lot less money and a lot less time spent standing in line. I have been dragged here several times by well-meaning people, and so have tried nearly everything on the menu in a vain attempt to find something decent to eat. The pancakes were rubbery. The syrup is fake maple. The crepes were nothing special, and rather bland. The hash browns were burnt on the outside, raw on the inside, on each visit. The omelets were bland and watery. They managed to screw up French Toast...FRENCH TOAST, people! They used thin slices of regular sandwich bread instead of thick slices as most breakfast places do, and, as a result, the toast was so tough and over-cooked I could barely cut it with the knife. I will never willingly set foot in this restaurant again. Don't believe the hype! Pros: none. Cons: Horrible, overpriced food you have to wait a long time to eat. more

I didn't used to like breakfast foods until I ate here. ... 8/17/2007

I didn't used to like breakfast foods until I ate here. Cornbeef hash and eggs benedict are 2 of my favorites. more

I didn't used to like breakfast foods until I ate here. ... 8/17/2007

kunitachi39 Provided by Partner
I didn't used to like breakfast foods until I ate here. Cornbeef hash and eggs benedict are 2 of my favorites. more

Favorite old fashioned breakfast food 12/29/2006

I've been going here since I was a little girl. Over 15 years! They haven't changed their menu. Always good old fashioned breakfast food. You have to try the German Apple pancakes. There's usually a bit of a wait on the weekends but the turnover is quick. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a no frills classic breakfast place that's steps above diner food. Pros: Consistent good breakfast food Cons: Waits, but turnover is quick more

Best breakfast -- if you can get in 11/17/2006

Try to sneak in here anytime other than a weekend if you want the most amazing, bigger-than-your-head dutch pancakes (the puffy, volcano-like kind) you've ever had. You're already blowing the diet, so go ahead and get the apple -- you won't regret it. Only problem is this place is so popular that you just can't avoid an hour wait on the weekends (even when I got there once at 7:30am!). Pros: great breakfast food Cons: too popular, extremely long waits more

a (good) experience 11/13/2006

This is one of those classic places you have to try at least once. The portions are huge and sinfully delicious. The place is always crowded. And the Dutch Baby pancakes are fantastic. more

Incredible food - best pancake house anywhere 7/9/2006

You cannot beat this pancake house - no cheap food like diners/IHOP - they cook your food fresh and from scratch. AMAZING. I've eaten there no less than 25 times, and every time the food is incredible. Recommended orders: German Pancake (Dutch Baby is the miniature version), Apple Pancake, 49ers/flapjacks, chocolate crepes. Kid-friendly. Be forewarned - it's so popular that it's usually quite busy, especially on weekends. Pros: The best pancake meals you'll have anywhere, fresh, not from mixes. Cons: Very busy/noisy on weekends and holidays. more

Thank god 4/14/2006

There's a place that makes a dutch baby pancake! I thought that anytime I wanted one I'd have to go to my mother's house. The apple pancake is also great, enough for probably 3 people. And don't forget the bacon-laden waffles... Genius! Service is average, but that's about the only average thing about this place. Pros: unusual choices, delicious breakfast Cons: locations more

The absolute BEST 5/9/2005

This is our favorite place for breakfast. We had enjoyed breakfast there on countless occasions throughout many years. We've move to California and have yet to find a place that even comes close to the Eggs Benedict, or the Santa Fe omlette, or the crepes (which one to pick???) But the hands down winner is the apple pancake that absolutely no one has come close to replicating. Even though we have seen countless celebrities at breakfast, the breakfast in tinsel town doesn't come close. more

Worth a try! 6/5/2004

This place has great panckes! I love to come here, and my daughter just loves the food (she always want to come here)! It can be expensive, so I do not come often, but they do have a kids and senior Grand Treat (pancakes and eggs or sausage)which is inexpensive. Pros: Pancakes more

It was ""OK"" 3/12/2003

The food was ""OK"" but I was not inpressed. People talk about this place like it is wonderful but I did not get that at all. It was just a Breakfast place..... nothing great. The price for 3 people was $40.00 because they charge for each item. I thought that was crazy for breakfast. Go to wishbone it tastes better and 1/2 the price. Cons: EXPENSIVE more

pancake heaven 1/12/2003

The best pancakes by far. Much better than that other place, ""International House of Something"". Pros: inexpensive, good food, fast service Cons: long waits more

Not impressed 12/28/2002

If you like being herded like cattle and pay for everything ala cart, this is your place. Pricy for breakfast-Not impressed. more

Try the cherry crepes 12/21/2002

I've been eating at WBs since i was a kid. Best food in town, weekends are always the busiest but worth the wait in line. Pros: cherry crepes, coffee Cons: long waits on Sat/sun more

The Big Apple or else 12/13/2002

The apple pancake is great beyond that there isn't much foodwise. The hash is dangerous and the omelettes while looking extremely good are boiled in shortening you could wring out a pint of it. Pros: good service, nicely appointed Cons: crowded, boring food more

good food but long waits 12/13/2002

food is good but go on an off time or be prepared to wait an uncomfortably long time standing up Pros: good food Cons: long waits more

This really is the best breakfast! 11/20/2002

I have been going to Walker Brothers for YEARS!! The food is fabulous, and they have the best crepe's in the city! I would HIGHLY reccomend the blueberry pancakes which have fresh blueberries in the batter, and blueberries to drizzle over the top. The crepes are also fabulous and full of fruit!! The hashbrowns are always crisped to perfection and they have onions throughout which are wonderful and the coffee is STRONG!! Which is just the way I like it!! Pros: Great food Cons: A little pricy! more
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    Surrounded by Tiffany-style stained glass windows and light fixtures, families and friends crowd wooden tables and booths. Everything is packed tight, so expect to get to know...

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  • Hours: Mon. - Sun. 6:30am - 10pm
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