The Original Pancake House is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

1. The Original Pancake House

8.5
22 E Bellevue Pl (at Rush St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Gold Coast · 98 tips and reviews

Eric B.Eric Bobo: The buttermilk pancakes were the bomb!!! Full stack all the way!!

Trudy G.Trudy Glone: Any of the buttermilk pancakes, 49ers, and huge fluffy Santa Fe omelette are all delicious! There is a line, because it is so delicious, but the line moves fast. Meals around $10 a person.

Dana D.Dana Danielle: Pancakes served with everything! If you want eggs get a skillet! Make sure to come here on an empty stomach because portions are massive! Outside patio is nice but lots of bees!

Breakfast House is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

2. Breakfast House

9.0
1800 W Grand Ave (at N Wood St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · West Town · 15 tips and reviews

Jeffrey K.Jeffrey Klueh: The best buttermilk pancakes in town.

Cesar A.Cesar Arce: Really good balanced breakfast n very friendly service. Small yet warm n welcoming place! I give it an 8 on a scale of 10!!! I recommend it! They only open for breakfast!

Kerri R.Kerri Rosson: Great service try the specials

Lula Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

3. Lula Café

9.3
2537 N Kedzie Blvd (btwn Linden & Logan Sq.), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 256 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Diners pack the house for breakfast and brunch classics like buttermilk pancakes, brioche French toast, breakfast burrito, chilaquiles and more.

Bitches Who Brunch M.Bitches Who Brunch Manager: Voted Best Overall Brunch in 2015! From the service, to the decor, and of course the amazing food, we just love this Logan Square gem. This is one spot we could eat at again, and again, and again. Read more.

ZAGATZAGAT: Stop by on Mondays for the three-course $28 farm menu.

Travelle is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

4. Travelle

8.4
330 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Near North Side · 37 tips and reviews

Brock W.Brock Wanless: If having brunch, order the signature Travelle Benedict for a delicious combo of eggs Benedict, lobster, spinach, and potatoes!

M. Katie H.M. Katie Hunter: Eric and James are true gentlemen -- the bar staff here is unparalleled. Come in on Thursday nights for a signature cocktail and to listen to the live lounge act! They take requests!

David S.David Smith: The flatbread is excellent, and the cheese plate comes with an impressive array of accompaniments.

Inspiration Kitchens is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

5. Inspiration Kitchens

8.6
3504 W Lake St (btwn Homan & Hamlin), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · East Garfield Park · 17 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: This spot serves up some of the best food in the city and not just for the price. Try their omelets, gumbo, and daily pancake and French toast specials which round out the short but sweet brunch menu. Read more.

Aviva A.Aviva Alter: Everything I ate was amazing, fried green tomatoes to basil lemonade

Kailei C.Kailei Carr: Loved the shrimp and grits and the poached pear pancakes.

IHOP is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

6. IHOP

7.6
3760 N Halsted St (at W Grace St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Lakeview · 58 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Get the plain buttermilk pancakes and use the flavored syrup. That's a more traditional IHOP experience.

EvelynEvelyn: I've tried many Ihops but by far this one is the best! Best food, best staff LOVE IT!!

Jim R.Jim Ruvalcaba: Ask for David. He's funny and pretty in a hopelessly straight boy next door way. He's from Detroit, but not the black part... you know, the suburbs!

The River Valley Farmer's Table is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

7. The River Valley Farmer's Table

7.9
1820 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Ravenswood · 2 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: Pick up a jar of former Curry Cruiser chef Amar Singh's Spicemode Indian sauces. There's a mild Masala, a spicy bold Vindaloo, and a tangy, sweet and spicy Madras. Read more.

Jean F.Jean F.: Really good food!

L&M Starlight Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

8. L&M Starlight Restaurant

7.9
8308 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Ashburn · 7 tips and reviews

Martino H.Martino Henderson: Great place for breakfast and the have turkey alternatives.

Symone Rae' L.Symone Rae' Lewis: Just had breakfast here this morning. Food and service is great! Reasonable prices too. I really recommend coming here.

Bob L.Bob Lalonde: 22 years ago had breakfast here

Alexander's is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

9. Alexander's

8.4
6158 N Clark St (at W Granville Ave), Chicago, IL
Diner · Edgewater · 27 tips and reviews

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: Alexander's has the best Athenian chicken in the city of Chicago at this time. The breakfast sausage has a great hint of spice and it's delicious. Great spinach and feta omelette.

Heather G.Heather Gilmore: Awesome food and great service!!

John S.John Scheiblhofer: Wonderful service and excellent food !

Tuco & Blondie is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

10. Tuco & Blondie

8.2
3358 N Southport Ave (at Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 18 tips and reviews

LaurasseinLaurassein: Everything here is delicious and wait staff is friendly! If you are picky and gluten free, ask for corn tortilla quesadillas!

David S.David Smith: You'll wait 60 mins and the meal takes 30, but worth it. Put your name in and get a beer at Southport Lanes across the street.

Henry B.Henry Birdseye: Nice but kind of overpriced. Good strawberry margaritas. Server said a pitcher was “just five dollars more” than 2 margs and wow I’m a sucker, that was nowhere near true.

Fisk and Co. is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

11. Fisk and Co.

7.9
225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · The Loop · 9 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: COCONUT CURRY MUSSELS (lemongrass, ginger, mango, cilantro, makrut lime leaf)

Adam B.Adam B: This is really a hidden gem in the loop. It's never incredibly busy so it's easy to get a table at the last minute, and the food/service is always outstanding.

David H.David Hogg: Chorizo mussels and truffle fries

Harvest is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

12. Harvest

7.8
540 N Michigan Ave (Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 6 tips and reviews

Steve P.Steve P: Orange juice is fresh squeezed! Crunchy French toast is amazing! Highly recommend buffet!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This Mag Mile restaurant turned its rooftop into a garden, which grows hops and houses beehives. Chef Myk Banas plans to create house wines each year, including a viognier, a zinfandel and a cabernet. Read more.

Mario M.Mario Marchesi: Great food and service

Hearty Cafe Pancake House is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

13. Hearty Cafe Pancake House

8.4
9623 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Beverly · 25 tips and reviews

Patricia T.Patricia Townsend: The pancakes are big and delicious. You will wait in line for a while but it's worth it. The food never disappoints.

Oscretta R.Oscretta Robinson: warm and friendly atmosphere; the BACON pieces are wide & thick!!

Bryan-KeithBryan-Keith: The have the best breakfast on this side of town.

Neiman Marcus is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

14. Neiman Marcus

8.2
737 N Michigan Ave (at Superior St), Chicago, IL
Department Store · Streeterville · 19 tips and reviews

Shane P.Shane Petyko: Its the best in town. Best selection of Chanel and Dior. Great staff that has worked there forever.

MasterCardMasterCard: Visit The Zodiac for a relaxing break from shopping – incredible food and service

Mark A.Mark Allen: The newly remodeled men's store is beautiful and carries the finest collections in town.

Replay Beer & Bourbon is one of The 15 Best Places for Buttermilk Pancakes in Chicago.

15. Replay Beer & Bourbon

8.1
5358 N Clark St (at Balmoral Ave), Chicago, IL
Whisky Bar · Andersonville · 21 tips and reviews

STACEYSTACEY: Best bartenders anywhere. Great beer selection. My fav❤️

Juan D.Juan Diaz: Love replay. Great place to have a beer, hang with friends, and play some games. Although The lakeview location has a better atmosphere but hey after 3 beers...who cares

Bitches Who Brunch M.Bitches Who Brunch Manager: Voted Best Sports Bar: With TVs everywhere it is perfect for the sport fanatic, but it’s friendly arcade ambiance as well as it’s diverse crowd make this the perfect place for anyone to hang out. Read more.