Original Pancake House
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Customer Reviews (15 reviews)
Contributor
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2008<b>In Short</b><br>Founded in Oregon circa 1953, this simply-furnished spot owes its success to its creative menu and fresh ingredients. Batters are made on the premises; a special "sourdough starter" keeps... (more)
dschissler
on Citysearch May 28, 2008Far and away my favorite breakfast joint, period. I used to like First Watch, but recently their food has been, I don't know, bland. The OPH has the most delicous breakfast food around. Their Banana Crepes are out of... (more)
sailingjunkie
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2007We have been regular customers since 1997, and in the last six months, we have noticed a change in the once exceptional customer service. A case in point; I try to limit my intake of carbs. Although it's a "pancake"... (more)
cincymitch
on Citysearch Jun 08, 2007I tried this place for the second time and was hugely disappointed yet again. The first time I tried it was more than 10 years ago because I always saw a line there so I figured it must be great. It was a long wait for my... (more)
dolemike77
on Citysearch Dec 26, 2006I HAVE TO THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE TWICE KNOW.THE FIRST TIME I LOVED IT , I GOT THE WESTERN OMLETE.IT WAS SOOO GOOD AND BIG IT IS HARD TO EAT EVERYTHING THEY GIVE YOU. THE SECOND TIME I WENT I TOOK FRIENDS AND FAMILY ,THEY... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 19, 2005This place is Awesome!! They have very large prtions, and the food is to die for! The pancakes are great, but the omlets are the best-extremely light and tons of ingredients. PROS: Delicious food, decent... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2005This is a wonderful pancake house! They have a great variety on their menu. The portions are huge and the prices are good. The employees are friendly. The only downside is the wait and the hours. If you go on a weekend... (more)
catsnfrogs84
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2004This place is AWSOME! Though you may have up to an hour wait, it is so worth it. Get there early and be one of the first in line. The food is great!!!! It takes a while to make so, I suggest to read the menu while waiting in line... (more)
ebarber
on Citysearch May 19, 2003My pregenant wife enjoyed the food so much that, after giving birth early on May 2 (at Bethesda North Hospital), she requested I get her an TOPH omelete. After standing in line for over thirty minutes, the manager... (more)
jnk2f
on Citysearch Dec 31, 2002This definately deserves to be number one on the list. The menu is exceptional! They have a whole host of unconventional breakfast pancakes like apple smothered and dutch boys, which I highly recommend! This is a... (more)
yjhoward
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2002This restaurant is a Cincinnati treasure... The food is excellent and the service is good. This is a wonderful place to eat. I recommend it to all my friends. (more)
new2cincy
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2002This might just be the best breakfast I've ever had! I am a big crepes fan and theirs is wonderful! From fresh OJ to a menu where you can't go wrong, this is a breakfast delight! (more)
ohpancake
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2002With a huge menu, the food is awesome. The Apple Pancake is my favorite, but the omelettes and crepes are outstanding too! Great servers and they really keep things moving when especially busy. Wait on my most recent... (more)
basiaboo
on Citysearch Sep 17, 2002Awesome Strawberry Dutchbabies! Delicious!!! Mouth is watering just thinking about them. (more)
newtonty
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2002The best breakfast around, bar none. Much better than first watch. Usually you have to wait about an hour at the montogery location but well worth the wait. (more)