The Original Pancake House

3 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Pancakes
Safety Rating
3 ratings

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12224 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
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This is our go-to place for gf pancakes. Personally we have never had any problems there.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

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To save folks the trouble, the gluten free items that have are plain, blueberry, pecan, chocolate chip, strawberry, and banana pancakes. I ordered the blueberry pancakes. They are average at best. There is no indication of their GF safety protocols and they get irritated if you ask. The waitress was nice otherwise.

The host was extremely rude and didn’t even greet us. They have a waitlist feature on the weekends and they sent me three texts telling me the table was ready and it never was. We waited over 20 mins past the estimated wait time without as much as a sorry for the error or inconvenience. He was also really into whatever was on his headphones and didn’t lead us to the table, he just pointed to it and returned to drop off menus and silverware.

This was not worth the visit.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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My daughter has Celiac’s and she had a very bad reaction to their “gluten free pancakes”. She has had gluten free pancakes at other locations without reactions even when they’re cooked on the same pan as other gluten items.

When we called the restaurant to ask about the cross contamination, the manager said “the chef said he gave you gluten free pancakes.” That was it, no apologies, no attempt to make right on the order. If you have Celiac’s, please avoid their gluten free items.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Updated 1 year ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pancakes

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Kid Friendly
  • Restaurant

Notes


Many Original Pancake House locations offer gluten free pancakes. Please speak to your server about taking the proper precautions to prevent cross contamination, if necessary.

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Overall Rating

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Best gluten free pancakes in the county with a number of toppings available. There are also excellent omelets that are gluten free.

Very busy weekend breakfast. Register online to avoid long waits. Place is noisy with crying and shouting kids so ask for a quiet table. Its out gluten free go to breakfast place.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Best pancakes I’ve had gluten free or not! Dedicated plates the staff knew what I could and could not have and what could and could not be modified.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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Great gluten free pancakes. Definitely will be coming back

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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GF pancakes! The special pancakes (chocolate chip, pecan, etc.) seem to be more topped than they are mixed in, but they were very good nonetheless! Came out on dedicated plates.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Dedicated plates and everything!

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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the only gf options are pancakes...but theyre really good pancakes!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

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Knowledgeable. Will go over their procedures in the kitchen and listen and answer all of your questions. My son is extremely sensitive and he always orders the gf chocolate chip pancakes. He's never been sick after eating here.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

Review


The pancakes were amazing and the server and kitchen staff were very knowledgeable! Our server ensured the kitchen staff took the necessary precautions and I didn’t have a reaction! Basically all the pancakes and waffles can be made gluten free and they change their gloves, use separate pans, and clean work areas.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten Sensitive

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They are very good about allergies. I asked for DF pancakes in addition to GF and they tasted normal! Brought out separate and had a label. So great!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Review


Some of the best gf pancakes I’ve ever had. Over 24 hours later and I have not felt sick

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Overall Rating

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They have gluten sensitive pancakes. This is not shown on their website or menu, but the server showed me several types of pancakes that can be made with this batter. They also have omelet & egg selections.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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