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Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
Categories: Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Restaurants Scandinavian Breakfast & Brunch, Scandinavian [Edit]
2439 54 Ave SWCalgary, AB T3E 1M4
(403) 243-7757
- Hours:
Wed-Fri 10 am - 8 pm
Sat 8 am - 8 pm
Sun 8 am - 3 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Breakfast
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
20 reviews for Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
20 reviews in English
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Review from Agnes C.
4/30/2012 1 Check-in Here
A group of us went for pancakes yesterday after the race. The wait time was ridiculously long...I think we waited for 45 minutes or more. It looks like they only have three tables that fit large group of people (6 to 8 people), hence the long wait for us. But in general, this restaurant is quite a busy place.
I love how they have sweet, savory and sweet&savory options for the pancakes. Dutch pancakes are not like the traditional small fluffy pancakes, they are bigger (like the size of a small/medium pizza) and flat. Their pancakes are delicious. However, I found their service is so-so. The waitress put down the wrong order for my friends, which my friends didn't mind and didn't send it back. But they still charged us for their mistakes. I mean, it was only a couple bucks more, but still. And I believe one of my friends ordered coffee which never came but of course, they still charged us for it. It was just a bit chaotic I found. Put service aside, their pancakes are good and I do think it's worth the wait. -
Review from caleb c.
4/18/2012
Oh-My-Dog.
I've never had a pannenkoek before, and boy that was a treat. Don't let the dumpy little shopping center and diner atmosphere fool you, this place is good! I had the bacon-rasin-cheese pannenkoek, and damn it was good. That's all. -
Review from Matt B.
I remember hearing about this place, and immediately calling my Dutch friend. "Is this place pretty good?" I'd asked.
"How have you not been there? It's awesome!" was his reply.
So, on his recommendation and waking up one morning craving pancakes, we decided to go try it out. There was a bit of a lineup at the door, but it wasn't outside. There ended up being just a couple tables ahead of us. I guess we timed it just right, cause I've heard the lineups can get pretty bad there.
I had a blueberry pannenkoek with whipped cream, and there was no way I could get through it! It was HUGE - easily the size of a dinner plate, and was covered with a blueberry sauce and three massive dollops of whipping cream. I definitely had leftovers, and they were still quite tasty even the next day.
It is so worth a bit of a wait - come hungry!Listed in: 28 reviews in 3 days challenge
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Review from Danelle W.
Calgary, AB
11/10/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I love the Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus - I just don't drop by nearly as often as I should, even though it's so close!
It's true that the line up is out-of-control if you arrive after about 10am, however, there seems to be a lull around 11:30 between the breakfast and lunch crowds. Even so, expect a wait. It's a pretty small place, so especially so for large groups.
During this visit, we had to wait about 15 minutes for a drink (and food) order... I would have preferred to mull my food choice over coffee.
The food is always great. I had the cheese, onion and shredded potato while my friend had the blueberries & whipped cream. Both were well received ;)
Prices are reasonable for what brunch usually costs, and I always bring home leftovers. Those pannenkoeks are deceptively filling!
Will definitely be back.
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Review from Gordon G.
9/29/2011
I have no idea what is going on with this place. I tried to go here several years ago when I was last in Calgary. Traveling to and fro on my bike since my GPS didn't know that the place was on a back street and traffic was terrible. Finally arriving only to find the parking lot empty, and a sign on the door that the place was closed because the owners were on vacation.
This morning, during my second time in Calgary, I was determined to meet up with the golden goodness I had read and dreamt about. I loaded up the old folks and jumped in the car. Found PPH on my GPS and told it to go! Only one U-turn and one missed turn later I found myself again pulling into the PPH parking lot - and found the loot empty AGAIN! No word of why on the door, in fact all of the window shades were pulled and you couldn't see into the place. As far as I could determine, it was closed up and out of business.
Checked the web-site again this evening, and it's still up with no indication of closure, so I DON"T KNOW?!?!?!? Is it open and just never really "open"? Or is it permanently Out To Lunch? Somebody local needs to post definitively one way or the other. -
Review from Kimberley H.
Calgary, AB
10/21/2011
Really enjoyed this place with my Boyfriend. Prices are somewhat reasonable for the type of dish they serve. Our Hostess provided very nice
service, which is a rarity in the Calgary food service industry.
(time to start tipping for ONLY GOOD SERVICE which this hostess deserved) Our money is too hard earned to give to just bad service.
On to the food: Damn near perfect!
Bfriend had the Steak and pepper savory, I had a sweet savory combination.
We split a ceasar salad also, which was very, very good.
Well done!
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Review from Peggy A.
Calgary, AB
2/9/2012
I love this place and is a classic. I've been to other panecooke house and they don't even come close. We almost always take visitors here and they love it.
We usually split one savery and one sweet. Make sure you try the Stroop on the savery. My fav- leeks and spek! -
Review from Chris S.
Calgary, AB
2/11/2011
This place is a Calgary classic - locally owned and operated for as long as I can remember. The staff are friendly, and the Dutch Pancakes are amazing. I have tried about 2/3 of the menu and my favorite combination is BARC - Bacon, Apple, Raisin, Cheese.
Arrive early on a Sat or Sunday as the wait is usually an hour - a good sign! It is well worth the wait. -
Review from Queenie M.
Calgary, AB
10/21/2010 4 photos
Food: 3.5/5
Atmosphere: 3/5
Service: 4/5
Overall experience: 3.5/5
(1- Terrible; 3- decent; 5- Fantastic)
My bf and I decided to finally check this place out after hearing rave reviews of how good the pancakes were. Unlike your typical American pancake that are thick and heavy, Pannenkoek House serves authentic Dutch pancakes which are crepe-like. As you probably already read, they serve savory, sweet, savory and sweet, and house special pancakes that range from $10-$12 depending on what you get.
We went on an early Saturday morning at around 10:30am and there wasn't too big of a line unless you were a large group where you would have to wait for a little while longer. If you do go, I suggest getting there a bit early to avoid lineups. The decor is very outdated and reminds me of a small rundown truck stop cafe you would see in the movies. Definitely needs a makeover. There are a couple booths tucked away and tables scattered around, and the cash register counter is littered with Dutch goodies such as syrup and cookies that you can purchase. The service was alright; the servers were very casual and our food came out in a very reasonable time despite a full house.
We started off with a cup of house made mushroom soup which according to my bf tasted like something from out of a can. Unlike your typical white, creamy mushroom soup, Pannenkoek's was more beef/chicken broth based. It was tad too sweet which led to an unbalanced flavour but I still enjoyed it.
My bf ordered a savory pancake with steak, shredded potatoes and onions while I had the warm Saskatoon berries with a sprinkle of icing sugar. The pancakes are huge (about 12 inches or so), and are nice and light, fluffy, and not too sweet on its own. It goes great with Dutch syrup (stroop) that's found in a yellow bottle on the table. I thought the fruit compote on top of my pancake was too sweet and it became too overwhelming halfway through that I had to scrape some of it off; It completely ruined the pancake for me. My bf's pancake was stuffed with potatoes, steak and onions, but it was only mediocre and tasted like a giant thin omelet.
Overall, it's worth a visit if you haven't already gone to try something new. The pancakes were mediocre... I was expecting knock my socks off good and it came up a little short. If you do go, I suggest going with someone else or with a couple of friends so you can try a variety of pancakes on the menu; you can only eat so much of the same thing. -
Review from Jiten S.
Calgary, AB
1/12/2011
It's all in the name. Pfanntastic is fantastic!
Having eaten Pannenkoek in Amsterdam for a week straight I can say Pfanntastic is the real thing. If you know what you're getting into you'll love it. If you're unfamiliar with dutch style pancakes then you're in for a treat (I suggest sweet & savory).
The atmosphere is that of a family run establishment with consistent staff, toys for the kids and a friendly no nonsense approach to your visit (no 2 people in the 6 person booth on the weekend).
A new approach I've taken to dining at Pfanntastic is to have pannenkoek for the meal and a sweet pannenkoek as desert. It's the only way to go! -
Review from Philippe G.
Calgary, AB
11/25/2010
I always enjoy a morning with tiny ginger cookies, average coffee and incredible Pannenkoek!.
Always a wait in line, always a rushed hostess, but you are sure to enjoy the flavours and the bolstering room.
The carpeted floor and antique "armoire" are reminiscent of your grandma's house, and the stroop is only for the adventurous. -
Review from Julia M.
Calgary, AB
3/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
Growing up with a Dutch mother I never knew any other kind of pancakes existed other than the Dutch variety, until I attended sleepovers and was baffled by these fluffy North American breakfast creations that stuck to the roof of my mouth.
My mum used to take me and my sister to Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus to celebrate our Dutch heritage so the restaurant holds fond memories for me, but I had not been in ages and have recently frequented it twice in the last couple of months.
The interior is much the same, though looking a little shabby, Dutch delft pottery and wooden shoes can be found all over the restaurant. The hostess is very friendly and accommodating to the large parties of 8 or more that come through the doors at peak breakfast/lunch times. Once seated though the rest of the staff seem like they have just flown from Holland and are permanently jet lagged. Forgetful and a little slow, if you are seated next to the counter with the Dutch pastries for sale you can hear them chatting away.
We both ordered coffee, which comes with a specluaas cookie, but the coffee both times has been lukewarm and weak. You would be better off ordering a specialty coffee or a can of Casiss (black currant pop) to accompany your meal.
The main ordering issue I have always been plagued by since I was a little girl is whether to order a savory (hartig) or a sweet (zoete) pancake. The solution is to order one of each and swap pancakes with whom you are dining with halfway through the meal for the best of both worlds. Recently I have ordered the warm cherries with ice cream and chocolate sauce; the bacon, mushroom and onion; the chicken, bacon, leek, mushroom and parmesan; and the shredded potato, bacon, onion and cheese, which is like a giant flat perogie served with sourcream. These are all delicious panenkoek selections and will not steer you wrong. Having the bottle of Maggi sauce on the table is always an excellent addition to any savory pancake where stroop is for the more seasoned Nederlander.
I still enjoy this restaurant but it is very busy and the coffee needs a revamp. I do recommend purchasing some almond fingers or stroop waffles for later munching. -
Review from Merry K.
10/3/2009 2 Check-ins Here
This place is Pfanntastic!!!! This is our "go to" place for brunch. You must get there before 10 am on weekends or you will most likely have to wait. I highly recommend going with a friend & getting the potato, cheese, bacon & onion to share and then sharing the apple cinnamon for desert. The portions are huge and I find that eating a whole pannenkoek of any one type is too much. Definitely try the savoury pannenkoek with both stroop (the syrup on the table in a yellow bottle). It seems wrong but it's not. YUM!
The service is always fast and efficient and this restaurant is family friendly. -
Review from Elissa P.
Toronto, ON
11/29/2009
The pancakes were great. I'm a big fan of having the choice between savoury and sweet.
Not so into the decor. I don't even think my grandmother would be into it.
Drive to only type of location -
Review from Sapna G.
Calgary, AB
11/15/2009
Potentially THE best pancake house in Calgary.
WHY had I never been here before?!?!?!?
The pancake flavours are categorized in one of two categories: Savoury or Sweet. Obviously, the sweet category had all my attention. I ended up getting a chocolate-banana pancake and it took my taste buds on a VIP trip straight to heaven.
I am SO pleased to have discovered this place. Heaven on a plate. -
Review from Brendon B.
Strathmore, AB
9/7/2010
Awsome food. Little simple diner, perfect for a nice afternoon. I had the best pancake i have ever had here, i know that is a bold statement but wow.
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Review from Stacy A.
11/15/2009
This family owned restaraunt serves up delishious authentic Dutch pankakes. There are about 40 different ones to choose from, organized into "savory", "sweet" and "savory&sweet" sections. The shredded potato bacon onion cheese is my favorite and it comes with a little bowl of sour cream to spread on top. You can also put stroop on top (imported Dutch "syrup" which is really thick and sweet). There is nearly always a line up out the door, so you will have to wait to be seated - but don't worry because tables are quickly and efficiently turned over. The service is just ok and the decor is kinda cafeteria-like, but this is easily overlooked once you get a taste of these pankakes! Yum!
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Review from D K.
Calgary, AB
10/12/2010
There is a reason the Dutch have never been known for their food.
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Review from Trish L.
Calgary, AB
8/1/2009
I've been there twice now for brunch. My favourite is the shredded potato, onion, bacon and cheese rosti. It is perfectly crispy on the outside. I like mine with a little hot sauce along with the sour cream. As an added bonus, the portions are HUGE. This now my favourite go-to place for brunch. As much as I like Diner Deluxe, at least the line ups aren't as long here. I like the variety they have here. If you want authentic pannenkoek this is the place to go. I know there's another place in Calgary in the south (De Dutch). I looked at their menu online and they seem more of a chain restaurant and their pannenkoek don't seem to be as authentic as Pfanntastic's. Pfanntastic is family owned and definitely the real thing. I even like the fact that they serve their coffee with the little dutch spice cookies.
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Review from Colin J.
Calgary, AB
5/8/2011
Awesome. It's a treat to come to this place.
