Lincoln Square Pancake House

Judging by all the reviews I think I must have just caught them on an off day because I really wasn't impressed at all.

First, the guy that seated us was great.  He was genuinely friendly and seemed to really enjoy people (I'm guessing an owner or manager).

Our waitress, on the other hand, acted tired/annoyed/standoffish.  She wasn't rude so much as she just acted like she didn't want to be bothered.  Kinda slow on drink refills etc.

Now on to the food.  I had a Spanish Omelet (chorizo, onions, green peppers, etc) and it was kinda bland (did not expect that from anything with chorizo!).  They give you a salsa to go with it which I'm guessing is supposed to supplement the taste and provide some spiciness.  It did have a little spice to it but really didn't taste very good (like Pace salsa out of a jar or something).  The hashbrowns were overcooked and chewy.

The pancakes were good... nice and fluffy and great flavor... but they don't offer anything but maple syrup (at a pancake house? Seriously?).  And not even good maple syrup from the taste.  I regretted putting it on my pancakes because they were better without it.

So there's the negatives.  Positives... cheap, got the food fast, overall friendly environment (seemed to be lots of "regulars" there), good pancakes.  

I always give places two shots before I write them off, but this first experience was a strike out.  One more shot.

We were regular's at Sophia's before we discovered this place. It's another Green owned breakfast joint. I wish there were more authentic Greek food items on the menu, but what is there is good. It's very similar and almost identical to Sophia's. The families of Lincoln Square and Sophia's are related - irony. However, the staff and owners of Lincoln Square are far more personable and friendly.

Everything I've ever ordered has come just as pictured on the menu, hot, and served before I'm ever ready for a beverage refill.
Pancakes, waffles, and omelets are equally fluffy, and filling. I'vve never had to ask for more syrup, butter or anything else; it's all there on the table or brought with the food.
I've enjoyed the Greek selections for lunch and dinner; very authentic, and for those who have never dared go beyond a GYRO this is the place to ask for some suggestions on what to try for the first time.
I especially appreciate the upbeat people there. They all keep it movin' but at your table it's the "all about you" service to be commended.
Having a rough day; take a drive on over and just consume a little happiness for your mind, body, and soul..