Vegas is a city of secrets. But the best-kept secret of all? Where to find the absolute best pancakes. Forget the glitz and glamour for a moment; we’re talking serious pancake artistry.
We’ve scoured the Strip and beyond, uncovering 12 pancake powerhouses that’ll blow your mind (Plus 3 under-the-radar spots that’ll make you a Vegas insider).
Ready to ditch the showgirls and dive into a stack of heaven?
1. Hash House A Go Go’s Famous Flapjacks
Holy pancake mountains! These massive flapjacks hang off the edge of your plate like delicious carb-loaded frisbees.
One stack could feed a small family. Celebrities routinely stumble in after late nights to tackle these legendary behemoths.
2. Babystacks Cafe’s Ube Pancakes
Purple pancake perfection! The Filipino-inspired ube (purple yam) pancakes deliver a subtly sweet, nutty flavor that’ll make you question why boring beige pancakes ever became the standard.
Topped with coconut sauce and a sprinkle of coconut flakes, these vibrant purple stacks photograph beautifully.
3. MTO Cafe’s Red Velvet Pancakes
Cake for breakfast? Absolutely! MTO’s red velvet pancakes blur the line between dessert and breakfast in the most magnificent way possible.
Crimson-colored and studded with chocolate chips, these beauties come topped with cream cheese frosting that slowly melts into each warm layer.
4. Peppermill’s Fruit Fantasy Pancakes
Legendary 24-hour diner alert! The Peppermill’s fruit-topped pancakes have saved countless late-night revelers from hunger despair at 3 AM.
Fresh strawberries, blueberries, and bananas cascade over three massive buttermilk discs, all swimming in a pool of warm syrup. A true Vegas institution.
5. The Cracked Egg’s Bacon Pancakes
Bacon INSIDE pancakes? Genius!
The Cracked Egg embeds crispy bacon pieces directly into the batter, creating a sweet-savory flavor bomb that’ll haunt your dreams. Each bite delivers crunchy bacon goodness surrounded by fluffy pancake perfection.
6. Eat’s Cinnamon Bun Pancakes
Cinnamon rolls and pancakes had a baby! Chef Natalie Young’s downtown hotspot serves pancakes swirled with cinnamon-sugar that caramelizes on the griddle.
They are drizzled with cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with more cinnamon. The tiny restaurant space means you’ll stand in line, but trust me – these pancakes redefine breakfast decadence.
7. Mon Ami Gabi’s Lemon Soufflé Pancakes
French-inspired cloud cakes! Mon Ami Gabi’s lemon soufflé pancakes are so light they might float off your plate if not for the anchor of fresh berries and powdered sugar.
The Paris Las Vegas location adds authentic charm, especially when seated on the patio watching the Bellagio fountains dance.
8. BabyBird Cafe’s Matcha Green Tea Pancakes
Green pancakes that aren’t celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? Absolutely! BabyBird’s matcha-infused pancakes deliver earthy, slightly bitter notes that perfectly balance the sweet toppings.
Adorned with white chocolate chips and honeycomb butter, these green stacks attract Instagram foodies in droves.
9. Siegel’s 1941’s Elvis Pancakes
The King would approve! These banana and peanut butter pancakes topped with candied bacon and a drizzle of honey create an homage to Elvis’s favorite sandwich in breakfast form.
Located in the historic El Cortez casino, these pancakes bring retro Vegas vibes alongside serious flavor.
10. The Pantry at Mirage’s Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Sometimes classics exist for a reason! The Pantry’s chocolate chip pancakes nail the ratio of melty chips to fluffy batter.
Each golden-brown cake features chocolate chips that maintain their shape until your fork releases their molten goodness. Casino-weary parents appreciate the kid-friendly option that satisfies adult cravings too.
11. Tableau’s Ricotta Pancakes with Lemon Curd
Fancy pancakes alert! Tucked inside Wynn Las Vegas, Tableau elevates breakfast with ricotta-enriched pancakes that achieve custardy interior perfection.
Sophisticated pancakes appeal to the champagne brunch crowd. The ricotta creates an almost creamy texture.
12. DW Bistro’s Jamaican Banana Pancakes
Caribbean heat meets breakfast sweet! DW Bistro infuses pancakes with island flavors – cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in the batter, topped with caramelized bananas foster sauce.
The slight rum flavor in the sauce provides a grown-up kick to start your Vegas day. Located off-Strip, this local favorite draws in-the-know visitors.
13. Citizens Kitchen’s Funfetti Birthday Cake Pancakes
Party on a plate! These celebration-worthy pancakes come studded with colorful sprinkles and topped with vanilla glaze and more rainbow sprinkles.
Great for birthday breakfasts or just because you’re in Vegas, baby!
14. The Original Pancake House’s Dutch Baby
Not technically a pancake stack, but this German-style puffed masterpiece deserves its spot! Baked in a cast-iron skillet, it rises dramatically before deflating into a crater perfect for filling.
The westside location draws locals who gladly wait 45+ minutes for this special-order treat.
15. Vickie’s Diner’s Silver Dollar Pancakes
Old Vegas lives on! This historic diner (formerly Tiffany’s) serves silver dollar pancakes just as they did when the Rat Pack roamed the Strip.
Small, perfectly golden discs arrive by the dozen, ideal for syrup dunking. Cash only – just like the good old days!