The Original Pancake House

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

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817 Bloomfield Ave
West Caldwell, NJ 07006

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I went here with my family and I was surprised to find out about the gluten free options. When I was younger, they didn't have it. This restaurant has changed for the better and I hope to go here again.

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

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Hashimoto's

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Best gluten free pancakes I’ve had yet! Not entirely sure if safety so just marking in the middle. I felt fine! I’m fairly sensitive

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I’ve been there quite a few times and have gotten the plain gluten free pancakes and egg whites every time. They come with an umbrella in it. I’ve never had an issue afterwards! The staff is always very kind as well.

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?

— Good

Updated 3 years 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
  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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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Gluten Sensitive

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The food was delicious. There are many gluten free choices including pancakes, waffles, and some of the meat. The omelettes are baked and puff up nicely. This is a chain so you must ask server how they cook it. At this store they have a separate griddle for gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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I used to frequent this place years ago before I acquired a severe gluten sensitivity. Back then, it was a great place. It’s gone down hill drastically. I recently went there with my family. My niece, mother, and I all ordered the gluten free pancakes. Surprisingly, we all got sick. The place was dirty and cross contamination was clearly unavoidable for them. Beware and be careful!

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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The BEST gluten free pancakes! And their omelets are incredible. . they are baked and fluffy and like no omelet I have ever had. The waitress we had was awesome and very knowledgeable about gluten.

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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They no longer use a separate pan for gf pancakes. If you have Celiac or a severe gluten sensitivity, not a good choice for you.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Knowledgable staff, delicious GF pancakes cooked in separate pan with separate spatula. We love it here!

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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They have the best bacon ever! It's even better in their gluten free pancakes!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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West Caldwell location has great gluten free pancakes !

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Updated 11 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Pancakes were amazing! They showed up on red plates to distinguish them from the other plates in the kitchen. Did not get sick. Will be back again.

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Was informed that gluten free pancakes and waffles were all I could have. With any flavors. I was told that they have a separate grill for gluten free and so far no reactions. And it was tasty!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • 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


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?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I love the OPH and understand when going there that it’ll be a limited selection. My disappointment comes from them having many “Gluten Modified” options listed and state that these items are cooked on dedicated gluten free equipment.

I was so excited and ordered waffles. I clarified I was celiac gluten free with our server and she said “the food item itself is gluten free but cooked in the same waffle iron”. I pointed out it said it was cooked in a dedicated gluten free space” and she said that wasn’t true and there wasn’t any dedicated GF cooking areas. Be sure to check your location and what they do because the menu is a lie.

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/None

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

— Average

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


My favourite breakfast place in Winnipeg for Gluten Free!! Brioche waffle is sooooo good!! Celiac diagnosis 20 yrs ago 🥰

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Celiac

Overall Rating

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?

— Most/All

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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch

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