There is nothing better than a perfect stack. Whether you prefer them topped with fresh fruit or drowning in syrup, these flapjacks are sure to hit the spot. We've rounded up our picks for the 6 best pancakes in Houston.
LITTLE HEN
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Brunch is the name of the game and Little Hen is winning. While its buzzy floral print decor and dazzling bouquets are always a plus, its the rose petal pancakes that keep us coming back. These rose water infused maple syrup pancakes are as beautiful as they are delicious so get your cameras ready—the phone eats first here.
CITIZENS OF MONTROSE
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Foodies, rejoice! Bringing breakfast from the land down under is Australian eatery Citizens of Montrose. With a day-meets-night mantra, this tasty eatery showcases classic breakfast bites, freshly-baked pastries, and a “serve yourself” style beer and coffee tap bar. Our go to order? The Banana & Butterscotch pancakes: the signature house-made, triple stack fluffy banana pancakes made with caramelized banana coins, topping with house-made butterscotch sauce and mascarpone. Need we say more?
HEIGHTS & CO.
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Brunch is always a good idea at Heights & Co. Sit out on the patio and indulge on their fresh take on the classic menu item—complete with blueberry, lemon zest and maple syrup. Talk about pancake perfection!
THE BREAKFAST KLUB
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We couldn’t round up the best pancakes in Houston without mentioning The Breakfast Klub—Midtown’s go-to spot for all breakfast, brunch and lunch. As for the flapjacks? Imagine three buttermilk pancakes with an array of additions (think pekans, bananas, blueberries or strawberries), paired with two eggs and your choice of sausage, bakon, ham or turkey. Need we say more?
LOLA
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Sitting in the heart of the Houston Heights, Lola Diner serves an impressive, all-day breakfast lineup that won’t disappoint. Order them straight up or build your own with delicious toppings like blueberries, chocolate chips, peanut butter, candied pecans and more. On the side, add some savory to the sweetness with applewood smoked maple bacon or natural cased sausage.
FIRST WATCH
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With over 10 locations around H-Town, finding fresh flapjacks have never been easier. Allow us to introduce First Watch: a classic eatery rife with fresh fare and a mouthwatering seasonal menu. For our sweet-breakfast connoisseurs, we highly recommended chowing down on the lemon ricotta pancakes, which combines whipped ricotta cheese to the signature multigrain butter, smothered in seasonal berries, creamy lemon curd and powered cinnamon sugar.
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