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Restaurant in Ballarat Central, Victoria
What should I order at The Pancake Kitchen?
What to order
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Jamaican Pancakes With Banana
Mentioned multiple times as a standout sweet option, described as a highlight and delicious, with one reviewer specifically ordering the Jamaican pancakes with banana and giving them a 5/5.
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Pancake Lasagna
Recommended for being a unique savory choice that was described as nice and very enjoyable, and it was part of a meal that reviewers said was filling and memorable.
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Chicken Princess
Specifically praised in the lunch special as generous, filling, beautifully presented, and very tasty.
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Crumbed Barramundi
Called out as part of a lunch special that was lovely, tasty, and good value for money.
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Country Breakfast
Recommended because it was filling and part of a meal described as extremely delicious, with fluffy pancakes and generous portions.
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Loaded Chips
Mentioned positively as part of a highly enjoyed meal; reviewers grouped it with other dishes they said were filling and very tasty.
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Chocolate Jubilee
Called a favorite stack by one reviewer, indicating it is a strongly recommended sweet pancake option.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
About The Pancake Kitchen
Whimsical, long-running chain fixing up classic and creative pancakes, plus cocktails and ice cream.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is The Pancake Kitchen known for?
It is best known for pancakes, especially the sweet and savoury stacks that reviewers say are fresh, soft, fluffy, and filling. People also call out the lunch specials as a standout for value, with meals like the Chicken Princess, Crumbed Barramundi, and savoury pancake plates leaving diners very full.
What dishes are most recommended at The Pancake Kitchen?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the Potato and Cheese Pancake with hash browns, the Jamaican Banana pancakes, the Pancake Lasagna, and the Country Breakfast. Other frequently mentioned items include the Bavarian apple pancakes, Mexican chicken crepe, eggs Benny, and the Chocolate Jubilee stack.
What is the atmosphere like at The Pancake Kitchen?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and historic, with a unique vintage feel in a multi-level heritage building. It suits couples, groups, families, and solo diners, though several reviews mention lots of stairs and a lively, sometimes loud dining room.
Is The Pancake Kitchen good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is A$20 to 40, and many reviewers say the portions are generous enough to justify it. Several lunch specials are described as cost effective, including a $16.50 specials menu and a $16.90 lunch special that reviewers said was hard to beat in Ballarat.
How fast is service at The Pancake Kitchen, and do you need to plan ahead?
Service is often described as quick, even on busy nights, and some diners mention being seated quickly and getting meals in about 10 minutes. The restaurant accepts reservations, which can help if you want a smoother visit during peak breakfast, lunch, or dinner times.
Is parking available at The Pancake Kitchen?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Pancake Kitchen have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Pancake Kitchen offers vegan options.
Is The Pancake Kitchen kid-friendly?
Yes, The Pancake Kitchen is good for kids.
