What People Are Saying About Walker Bros Orig Pancake House
The Editor
Peter Behle
Citysearch
The Scene – 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 your neighbors. And it's loud, what with the tile floors. – – The Food – On this menu, it's breakfast all day, every day. Favorites include the cinnamony baked apple pancake, plus other sweet fixes like chocolate chip or banana pancakes, crepes, French toast and Belgian waffles. Other options include oven-backed super-fluffy omelettes(the bacon and swiss is a definite winner) with a…
01/19/09
Try it and See For Yourself!
by GoldenAsh at Citysearch
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!
08/04/08
I just don't get it...
by lsneal at Citysearch
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.
12/30/06
Favorite old fashioned breakfast food
by chitowngirl_reviews at Citysearch
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
The Details on Walker Bros Orig Pancake House
When to Go:
On weekend mornings after 8:30am, the line can snake out the door, so get there early or plan to wait.
The Extras:
Other locations of the local chain include Arlington Heights, Glenview, Highland Park, Lake Zurich and Lincolnshire.
Look Good:
If you get the massive apple pancake (which is virtually an apple pie), expect a wait of at least 25-30 minutes.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Breakfast, Brunch, Business Breakfast, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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