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    apparently CLOSED on TUESDAYS - just so someone else doesn't go out of their way to go there, because they haven't updated their website yet. :(

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    My boyfriend and I love this place.  It is totally worth the wait! Everything is fresh and the OJ is great too!

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    The wait here is no joke.  The entire joint seats 20 people.  I counted.  So if you're in a hurry, it probably won't work.  But if you're tough enough to bear the elements while you wait outside (there's NO standing room inside to wait), it's totally worth it.

    I spent some time in Amsterdam over Christmas and my absolute favorite meal was without a doubt pannenkoeken.  Much like Chicago, every pancake joint in Holland has their own version of pannenkoeken and I was pleased to find that the pancakes served at Pannenkoeken Cafe are very similar to what you get at Pancake Bakery in Amsterdam, flavor-wise.  The main difference is that Pancake Bakery disperses the ingredients and cheese throughout the pancake and then bakes it off, where Pannenkoeken Cafe lays strips of bacon and cheese kind of in the middle of the pancake.  I think I prefer the EuroVersion a bit better.

    But still.. it's really good. I highly recommend getting a savory pancake.  And don't be scared of that Dutch syrup.  It's the shizzle.  Not too sweet and kind of thick like molasses.  Very different from American pancake syrup.

    I also liked that the OJ is fresh-squeezed and the coffee is good and hot.  Service was fantastic.  AND it's BYOB.  Mimosas anyone?

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    I never noticed the previous reviewers focusing on how small this place is. Looking back its definitely a trend. But let me reiterate. If someone got a 3/4 chub in this place, someone else is getting hit in the forehead. Yea, its THAT small. 7 tables in total. only three holding more than 2 people.

    I ordered the sausage, mushroom and havarti koeken, and side of sausage. The waiter asked me if I wanted a side of sausage to go with my two orders of sausage. Cheeky kunt.

    The koeken itself surprisingly has a very nice flavor to it. It's slightly crunchy on the outside, while being fluffy on the inside. It's perfectly fine all by itself, covered with the dark Netherland-born syrup they bring out to the table. With the toppings it was pure heaven.

    Someone else ordered the bacon and cheese, which was even better than mine. The only problem was that it mysteriously kept eating itself when my roommate wasn't looking.

    The only problems are the food takes a while to come to you, if there are people taking their time eating, the wait will be long. And the prices are considerably higher than what was placed on the website. But luckily this is far from a hipstery-hyped place. Very down to earth and humble. After 1pm would probably be the best time to check this place out.

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    Came here for brunch on Saturday morning around 10, this place is TINY!! We got the last table, mind you, there are only about 8 tables.  Once we got seated, we got the menu, one side was all of their varieties of pannenkoekens - from sausage, mushroom and cheese to more dessert ones, with chocolate and bananas.  I was up for something savory, so I decided on the sausage and cheese.  Once it came out, it was bigger than the plate itself but extremely thin.  If you're worried about carbs, no need to, this is like a crepe laid out pancake style with cheese and sausage on top.  I thought it was good and I finished the whole thing although I wasn't entirely full.  I think ordering two would have been too much for one person but definitely order one of their sides.
    They had a sign for Mexican Coke, basically Coca Cola shipped from Mexico and they give it to you in the bottle, thought it was funny.

    Anyway, I'll have to come back to try their sweet pannenkoekens.

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    Great little breakfast joint in Lincoln Square specializing in dutch pancakes. My wife is Dutch and grew up in the Netherlands so naturally we have been here many times. The place is small (maybe 8 tables) so there is usually a wait but it has always been short. The pannekoeken is very good although the wife says they are prepared a little differently than what you would get in Amsterdam. However they are excellent and they use quality ingredients. They also have the dutch syrup (stroop) available which I prefer. Fresh-squeezed orange juice and excellent coffee make the place a must visit. Cash only so bring your money.

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    While some one hit wonders dont have enough to make a revisit worth while, (see Lawry's The Prime Rib), this is a place you can come back many times and have a wonderfull experience every time.

    Cash only, and small, two minor detractors that while not a good choice for the busy or rushed mornings, this is a place you want to take your time and enjoy your Dutch mande Pancakes, truly a unique and tasty experience you have to try twice.

    The menu has enough for those non believers so take friends, make an early dedicated arriver so you can get your name in for the size table you need on the written list, but once you sit down, fresh squezed OJ awaits while the lite and amazing variety of Dutch pancakes awaits.

    Come once, come often, bring your hungry side.  Its that Yummy.

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    K and I are hosting an exchange student this year and she's from Holland, a place not known for its cuisine.  We surprised her with a trip to Chicago not too long after she got to us and on a whim I searched Yelp for Dutch restaurants in Chicago.  Needless to say, this place popped up.

    Pretty far from our right downtown hotel we took a cab there because we were off to a later start than planned and the ride on the L (el?) was going to be a little longer than we could spare.  We had to wait a little, as is expected with six tables.

    N was thrilled with the food, as were we although we'd had no idea what a pannenkoeken (pronounced pan-nuh-ko-kuh) was prior to having the food delivered.  Huge crepey pancakes either sweet or savory that the Dutch actually eat for dinner, not breakfast, but in Chicago it's breakfast food and that's fine with me.  

    We ordered the havarti bacon after seeing rave reviews here - it was ah-maaaaaay-zing.  Like, damn.  K and N also ordered a banana/chocolate concoction that I wouldn't touch with a ten foot pole due to my insane aversion to bananas.  Watching them enjoy it almost tempted me to try but I probably would have regretted that decision and stuck with picking at our shared bacon/havarti savory pannenkoeken.  

    The coffee was excellent, service was okay - no check in which was frustrating when I wanted more coffee - but friendly.  We will definitely come back both when we visit again in the spring with N and after she's returned home.

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    Pannekoeken Cafe may be tiny, but its menu delivers.

    6 tables...that's it.  Thus, be prepared to wait a bit.  The restaurant has you sign in with you name and mobile number.  Then, if you are not present, they call you.  This really helps with the congestion of the waiting area which is really non-existant.  

    As for the food, delicious.  The ham and cheese pancake was very good and the apple pancake with cinnamon ice cream was outstanding.   Service is very friendly and and pretty efficient overall.

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    Fresh squeezed orange juice should be mandatory, its not, so as long as you have that delicious nectar you are in my yes column!

    Yes, yes, yes!

    The food is wonderful, the service is wonderful!  The juice is super!

    See you kids soon!

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    Not going to comment on how tiny it is as it has been covered extensively already.

    What a neat little place, damn there I go. Impossible not to talk about the size, that said it uses its space efficiently and you don't feel crowded... unless other patrons are not pulled up to their table.

    Food - order the Pannenkoeken, it's what the place is named after and delicious. I went with the bacon, cheese, mushroom route brunch partner went with the veggie. Both were quite good and will be on the menu again. Has browns were super fine shredded and good, just wish they were warmer anx more plentiful.

    Service was okay, nothing to write home about. With only one server expect occasional delays but nothing to long.

    CASH ONLY

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    Breakfast here was absolutely amazing. We tried three different varieties of pannenkoeken and the Belgian waffles. While it was all good, the pannenkoeken was my favorite. The one with bacon and havarti (I had mushrooms added) was to die for. The banana chocolate was my second favorite. It was not as sweet as I imagined, which was perfect because I don't have a much of a sweet tooth.

    The place is teeny tiny so be prepared for a wait if it's a weekend. We had a group of four and had to wait a little while on a week day, but it was worth it and the service was great.

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    I really liked this little breakfast cafe in Lincoln Square.  Tiny as it may be, the food and coffee here is terrific.  We came here around 1p on a weekday and had no trouble getting a table.  I'm pretty sure you'd have stand in line and wait for a table on the weekends or earlier on in the day.  

    As a crepe fanatic, I enjoyed the pannenkoeken which is basically a thick, open faced crepe.  We ordered the apple raisin havarti and veggie pannenkoeken with tomatoes, onions, and peppers.  The pancakes were huge, hanging off the sides of the plates.  The toppings were freshly cut and sauteed which I appreciated.  Their pancakes were hearty without being too filling.  

    But my favorite item here was the french toast.  The challah french toast with blueberries and mascarpone was very delicious and so different than your everyday french toast.  The chocolate and cinnamon raisin ones looked good too.  Espresso coffee here was hot and very tasty.

    Super nice staff and great service.  I can see how this place could become crazy busy so I will return but only during off peak times.

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    Wow, this was a great find.  All they serve is the pannenkoeken Dutch pancakes.  For savory we had the bacon and cheese.  For sweet (we shared the two orders) we had the apple.  Both were unique, in generous portions, and very tasty.  

    There are only seven table, seating a maximum of 20 patrons.  So timing your arrival may be an issue, and I wouldn't try to come with more than four people.  But the wait is worth it.  Small and cozy, a perfect place for breakfast for two.

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    I genuinely appreciate this small cafe. I am here on a whim being mostly tired of waiting for long periods of time at most other brunch places in Lincoln Square/Ravenswood.

    I would like to start by saying that this place is small - really small. I'm amazed there are as many tables as they fit in there. There is not too much room to walk around. There are two tables of two right near the front where the door is that I really felt bad for the folks sitting there. There is always a waiter, chef, or someone standing near you because the place is so small. The tables is the back are nice and comfortable.

    The food is really good and this place offers it's unique foor offering - the Pannenkoeken. A Pannenkoeken is a really big (10" maybe) pancake the extends past the edges of the plate that are topped with sweet or savory options. My wife got the chocolate banana topped one and it was quite tasty. For me, it would have been much to much of the same taste, and the chocolate dominated the plate. The table next to us got a savory once and it smelled heavenly. I would consider ordering one if if I found my way back. Without tasting it, it's hard to imagine it tasting anything better than a quesadilla, but I'd be willing to try.

    I ordered the Apple french toast which was good, but a little soggy for my preferences. The apples were freshly peeled and sautéed. It's nice to see quality products on a plate. I was half expecting canned apple pie filling to top my french toast to be honest. The whipped cream is all house made and pretty good.

    Pricing it pretty fair for the amount of food you get. There is plenty of street parking in front of the restaurant and a lot less than a block away. It's also right near the Western stop.

    If I didn't live in the area, I probably would not come back. It's good for a neighborhood joint, but nothing to write home about. The value is right and the service is excellent.

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    Sausage & Mushroom Pannenkoeken was uniquely special, Waffle was great, omelet was good...I may even say better than TreKronor. I have yet tried the french toast and if it's nothing like TreK, this will now be my go to spot.

    Cons: very small place with only about 8-10 tables.  
    Go early and I promise you will love it.

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    This place is good but just to give fair warning, you will wait on weekend visits and the food is not really worth the super long wait (or the trek if you don't live near by). The food is good (def get the pancakes, not the french toast) and the service is great, but the space is small so people were waiting in a line. We waited too and I'd say I had better brunches more worth the wait.

    So... if there's not that much a wait, awesome, try it out. Just a warning against trekking out here and waiting 40 minutes for it.

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    Normally, I try to visit places more than once before writing a review...however I am making an exception.  Of course everyone's palette is different, but let me just say that it was one of the best french toast I have ever had.  I believe I ordered from a "Specials" menu which had several different types of french toast - I had the Nutella.  Optional (+$) were several fruits and whipped cream.  

    Chocolate chip challa bread used to make the french toast topped with Nutella, and I chose bananas and strawberries as well.   I also ordered a side of bacon because I knew that with all this sweetness, I would need something savory/salty - I was right.

    All I can say is WOW-WOW-WOWWY!  Amazing!  Even the fruit was perfect.  The strawberries weren't smothered in any sweet goopy crap like in other places, so they helped cut through all the other sweetness on the plate - I mean everything blended perfectly.  Damn, even the bacon was cooked perfectly...and the coffee was great.

    Will I return...OH SI! SI! .... HOWEVER..as others have stated, this place is super-duper tiny.  I was really surprised at so how small it was.  This is definitely a weekday off type of place, as I have no patience for waiting in lines for a meal...especially breakfast.

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    4.5

    So cute and so tiny and so yummy.  

    My sister and I recently dined on a sweet feast of pannenkoeken (scrumptious Dutch pancakes) and waffles and it was glorious.

    There was just a ten-minute wait when we arrived at 1pm on a Sunday.  Not bad, but if we were a few hours earlier, I'm sure our wait would have been 10x that.  The place is small, and it's hard to maneuver once you're inside.  If you have a lot of bags/coats/etc. and you get a back table, good luck trying to find your seat.  The smallness is charming but frustrating at the same time.

    That being said, the food and coffee is great.  Those pancakes are huge (hang off your plate), fresh, and absolutely delicious.  We ordered the apple, which was served with thin slices of apple, cinnamon, chopped hazelnuts, whipped cream and powdered sugar.  Simple but awesome.  

    We also split the beautiful Belgium waffle - loaded with sliced banana, strawberries and blueberries, topped with a massive tower of whipped cream.  No need to get into detail with this one.  It too was awesome.

    If you like sweet breakfast foods, put this place on your list.  It's worth it.  
    (They do have savory options, but the sweet overruled the savory)

    Note: If you do happen to get a long wait, put your name/number on their waitlist, and go shopping around the corning in Lincoln Square until it's GO TIME.

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    I don't normally eat breakfast/brunch, so when I do, I want it to be very satisfying - like, fuel me through the morning and afternoon satisfying. So, while the bacon, mushroom, and havarti cheese pannenkoeken I had for breakfast was good, it didn't really satisfy. Dutch pancakes are very thin, sort of like crepes before they're folded up. The bacon is kept in strips and placed in the center of the pancake and covered in cheese, and sauteed mushrooms are strewn on top. A combination that is good, but I'm not sure how soon I'll be rushing back to eat here.

    The space is also TINY - as in, I think there are maybe 6-8 tables in here? This means you will probably have to wait, even outside of brunch rush hour. This also means, that you will have to put up with kids here (we are in Lincoln Square after all). Tiny space + noisy kids + Sunday morning... you figure the rest out.

    The service is friendly though. They take your name and number at the door and call you when your table is ready.

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    Very small place so if you are claustrophobic stay away. The pancakes are definitely something different. Tried the french toast and a savory pancake. My cousin loves this place. Pretty good but I prefer Yolk

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    The two of us had looked forward to this visit - a first time for each.  At a bit after 11 on a weekday morning there was only a brief wait for seating.  The menu offerings did not disappoint and the kitchen made our expectations come true.  Service was friendly - just a bit muddled but in a nice way.  The GroupOn coupon was accepted with no eye-rolling.  Food was delicious - even had sorghum molasses for my apple-cheese-raisin crepe-like pannenkoeken. The cranberry+walnuts French toast was attractively plated and quite tasty.  Seating is close but not in-your-face crowded.  Just not enough seats for all the hungry folk who come.  We left in good humor, full of good food.

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    The only down fall to this place is its size...and only because sometimes you have to wait. Best breakfast on the North Side. Great service. Cheap, amazing breakfast, whether you like crepes or not.
    Best fruit cup in the city, hands down.

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    DELICIOUS! We tried Pannenkoeken over the weekend and really enjoyed our food. I had the Nutella french toast and my husband had the bacon and cheese dutch pancake. Soooo much Nutella on mine - was awesome but almost too much (crazy, I know - how is that possible). The bacon and cheese pancake was heaven. Light, crispy, great portions of the toppings.
    Super cheap too!
    Only bad part is the place is so small! We went around 12:30pm on a Saturday with 4 people and sat right down, but I could imagine earlier would be very hard to get in.

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    I have mixed feelings about this cafe.  I grew up in the Netherlands, so I came here with a healthy dose of nostalgic expectations, even though experience has taught me that this was always a big mistake.  

    We arrived here on a rainy afternoon.  It was not raining when we arrived, and I put down my cell number and we loitered on the street waiting to be called (no place to stand or sit inside).  When the rain came we first huddled in an empty doorway, but when it turned into a torrential downpour I ran into the plastic/canvas enclosed (but leaky) doorway of the restaurant for some steamy shelter.  At last we were called and were seated.

    The restaurant is very pleasant inside - prettily decorated, and although small, it did not feel cramped.  Our waiter was very friendly, prompt, attentive and efficient.  My companion and I each ordered one of the traditional Dutch pancakes.  And when they arrived...first I should say that they tasted excellent.  I ordered the ham and cheese without pineapple, and the ham was amazing.  My companion ordered the apple/cinnamon and the apples were fresh and crisp.  However, they were far from authentic.  Pannenkoeken are indeed thin, but not so thin as to be slightly dry, or crisp and near-burnt on the edges, as these were.  They are moist throughout.  In addition, whatever toppings are included are always finely sliced and cooked within the pancake itself, not sliced into chunks, like the apples and ham here, and placed onto the pancake after it was cooked.

    So while the taste was delightful and I knew better than to listen to my nostalgic yearnings, I was still surprised that they were so far off the mark.  But, given the quality of the food, I would bet that the rest of the menu here is a success.

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    Very cozy and homey atmosphere. Love the tiny cafe feel. Overall, good price for the amount of food you receive. The soy latte I had I was disappointed in. The espresso shots were sitting too long and the milk was not frothed currectly. I ordered the apple cinnamon pancakes with gelato, was disappointed to find out that the cinnamon flavor resembled that of Big Red gum, and not cinnamon sugar. Sauteed mushrooms and hash browns a definite must.

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    Come as a twosome- this place is small - for the absolute best pancakes.
    The savory  pannenkoeken is the unique choice - eg salami and havarti cheese on a super thin dutch pancake.  The sweet pannenkoeken are really tasty.  But the standard issue buttermilk pancakes are outstanding!

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    So I was a bit wary about coming here knowing how small it is - but I live 2 seconds away and was told they take your phone number and call you when a table's available, so you're free to roam the area. Or in our case, go back home and sleep for a little while longer.

    But, surprisingly (maybe not? at least to us) at 10am on a Saturday morning, there was no wait at all for 2 people.  The downside of this is that I wasn't hungry enough yet, as I was expecting an hour or so wait, but that's what leftovers are for.

    Having never been there I decided to go against ordering the food the cafe is named for - and opted for the Nutella Chocolate Chip Challah French Toast with Strawberries. IT WAS AMAZING. The french toast was thick and hearty, and they spread the nutella liberally.  Chocolate chips in the bread, too, if the nutella isn't a chocolate fix enough for you. The strawberries were an additional cost but definitely worth it - you need something to offset the sweetness of the nutella, powdered sugar, and the syrup you'll pour on it - so why not fruit?

    We also ordered the bacon and havarti pannenkoeken. With butter and syrup spread over it, it was excellent.  We ate it like a pancake, but next time - I saw a girl next to me fold hers up into quarters and ate it like a stack of pancakes - this is especially genius if you order one that has all the fixins' spread across the top.

    Also, you pronounce it "paw-na-cook-en!"

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    Good little place in Lincoln Square for a breakfast with a twist. Pannenkoeken Cafe offers large pancakes/crepes with a ton of topping options. Try the chocolate banana or bacon with havarti.  Add the freshly squeezed OJ with an Espresso coffee and Ur all set.

    Two more things.  Place is small so large crowds will not work and it's cash only.

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    If this place had more seating, I'd consider giving it 5 stars.  Great pumpkin pancakes and fresh squeezed OJ.  My lady friend loved this place and even took pictures of her food.  I think that's a good thing?  

    I'm not a brunch fan, but I can be persuaded to come here anytime.  I would give it a try, but be ready to wait for one of 8 tables.  Might I recommend Dollar Tree across the street.  See my review for details.(SELF PROMOTION)

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    Went around 11am on a Sunday. We had three people and only had to wait  for about 15 minutes, it was nice out and spent time looking at the menu so it didn't bother us.

    It is small inside, but so are many breakfast places in Chicago.  It seats about 20, not 12. It is comfortable enough. The food was awesome and so was the wait staff. I will definitely be back to try more things on the menu.

    P.S. CASH ONLY!

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    We waited an hour for a 6-person table because this restaurant only seats 15-20 max.  On the Saturday we ate here, this restaurant was busier before 11:30 AM than after, which I find to be the opposite than other brunch places.

    But the wait staff was really nice, and the food wasn't bad.  The Dutch "pannenkoeken" is basically a crepe.  I got a veggie pannenkoeken (your choice of 3 veggies - I chose mushrooms, spinach, and broccoli - and cheese) and added bacon.  The bacon was baked into the pancake, they didn't skimp on the veggies, and the pannenkoeken seemed fairly healthy (little to no fat and sodium, and rather dry) and even filled me up!  It was a much healthier breakfast in comparison to what I normally eat for brunch on the weekends (omelette + pancakes).  They also offer more sweet pannenkoekens and omelettes.  It's around $10-15/pp for a breakfast here.

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    Tiny, tiny place with maybe 12 seats.  Highly recommend the fresh squeezed OJ.  Not only is it delish but you get to watch the gizmo that automatically slices and squeezes the oranges.

    I had the bacon and havarti pannenkoeken which was very good.  A pannenkoeken is  like a cross between a crepe and an Indian dosa.

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    Last time we went it was with a Groupon (like every other person there) and it was a 40 minute wait on a Monday morning.

    Was it worth it?

    Yes.

    I went sweet instead of savory this time and it was definitely the right decision. I got the chocolate/banana pannenkoeken topped with whipped cream. My husband got the apple/ginger pannenkoeken. Both were mind blowing. They came out piping hot, covered with various toppings. Mine was loaded with chocolate sauce, bananas and whipped cream.

    Divine. Absolutely divine.

    My husbands was also very delicious, with spicy ginger marmelade mixed with cinnamon sugar apples.

    I wish this place wasn't so tiny, otherwise we would come here much more frequently.

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    Update to below review:  this place just did another Groupon today!  Be sure to buy it if you want to spend close to 2 hours waiting outside for one of their 7 tables!  

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    Why in the world is a place with 7 tables that has always has a crowd waiting outside on weekends..selling 3.500 Groupons???  The waiter told us that is how many they sold.  

    I kind of hate giving this place 2 stars as their food IS fantastic AND the service great once we got in...but after a 1 hour and 45 minute wait last weekend, I have no other choice.  My issue is as much with Groupon as it is with this restaurant - they have no business signinig on a place this small for a Groupon?  It borders on irresponsible business practice on both of their parts as it was 20 degrees last week and a bunch of people were standing outside for over an hour.

    Now....I realize it was the last weekend to use the Groupon which my GF told me last minute she still had to use..so our bad on going on the last weekend.  But again, this place ALWAYS has a long line...and thus they should not have been on Groupon to begin with.  Beyond that issue, they really need to bite the bullet, ove to a bigger space, and pay a higher rent given their great product, so they're not keeping people stading outside in 20 degree weather (which we won't be again!)

    It was interesting that while we were waiting, we saw at least 4 people show up, see the line, and sell their Groupons to people waiting in line. That kind of defeats the prupose of a Groupon to begin with in temrs of attracting new customers.as it simply subsidized current customers in line.

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    By far, best breakfast I have ever had! And I have been to many breakfast places in Chicago. I ordered a Dutch pancake with spinach, muchrooms, red peppers, sausage, an over-medium egg along with Havarti cheese. Everything came hot, fresh and delicious. It was mouth-watering. Even my friend who came along was highly impressed and agreed it was the best breakfast ever!

    Be prepared to wait but remember its all worth it! Highly recommend!

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    Went here with my Pop after reading about it and seeing something on the boob-tube about it.  Really different, fresh, handmade, and tasty.  They have the savory-sweet down to a pat.  The Pannenkoeken is really worth trying.  A cross between crepes, pancakes, and a omelet.  The toppings all complement each other and the cake  is fluffy and light.  Really a unique way to eat your breakfast.
    The place is tiny and there can be a wait.  But isn't not bad enough to keep you away.  Good juice, fresh coffee, and a one of a kind meal.  I'd have to say this place is pretty kick-ass.

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    I'm not the biggest fan of crepes (yeah, whatever stop judging me) so I was pretty skeptical of Pannenkoeken, but I just HAD to have the bacon and havarti cheese pancake. The combination of smoky bacon, melty cheese, and flaky pancake was fantastic. There's a bunch of other mixes of flavors (Chocolate banana, apple/raisin/cheese!) but I think I'll stick with bacon & cheese. Mmm

    The cafe is pretty tiny so be prepared to wait a while for these delicious breakfast treats. Don't forget it's also cas$$$h only too!

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    Mmmmm Mmmmm! Gosh, how I do love breakfast places with names I can't pronounce i.e. Svea, Tre Kronor, and now Pannenkoeken Cafe! I think the secret has to lie in the Swedish names or maybe it's just me. :-)

    This place is in my old neighborhood from when I was a 5 year-old so every so often, I'd scope out the 'hood and see what's new. I'd passed by this place once before trying to walk around an insanely long brunch line and made a mental note to come back and try it.

    I met up with a friend right around opening time to sort of ensure we'd get a seat and because I had gotten into town at 6 a.m. that morning. Somehow I get there on time and I'm the one flying in from SFO?!

    All joking aside though, breakfast was well worth me not gnoshing on a bagel for my commute from the airport. I ordered the Greek omelet with mushrooms and a mighty tasty cup of coffee that I never saw the bottom of. My friend had one egg, bacon and cinnamon toast. That's something you don't see every day-cinnamon toast.

    My omelet came with so much feta cheese, my teeth were squeaking halfway through the course. It wasn't over or undercooked and the hash browns were just crispy enough and not swimming in grease like the way I've had at other places. Our service there was extraordinary and with the quality of brunch items in conjunction with the coziness of the space, I could see how this place gets a crowd for brunch. I'm just lucky enough to have secured a spot on a rainy day.

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    I came here on a Thursday morning with a friend before hitting the road for an extended weekend trip. The place is cozy...almost too cozy. It was hard to maneuver and I felt like I was practically sitting on the lap of the person at the table next to me. I couldn't image coming here on the weekend!

    My friend ordered the apple pannenkoeken and I ordered the ham, pineapple, and cheese one. The unusual breakfast combination intrigued me and I couldn't resist. While my friend's sweet counterpart looked really appetizing, I was quite pleased by the quality of ham and the
    play between the sweet and the savory.

    Although it was coffee that was the breakout performer of the experience. It was so good that I asked the server for a to-go cup for the road! All-in-all, I enjoyed my experience there. I thought it was solid food and service (and amazing coffee), but it was cramped to the point of being distracting. While I will probably pass on this place in the future, if one decides to give it a go, beware that it's cash only!

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