The Original Pancake House

Celiac friendly?

No

The waiter had no idea what gluten was and offered to ask the chef but then did not. I ordered an omelette and it was fine, but not great. Atmosphere was mildly unappealing.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

gluten free by order

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of g-free options including the fluffiest pancakes I have ever seen! Manager came and spoke to us - all g-free meals are served on separate dinnerware. Knowledgeable staff. Good place for kids too!

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

— Unsure

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How many gluten-free options does this establishment offer?

— Just a couple

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

— Excellent

On Quality & Quantity

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

Comment

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.

Celiac friendly?

No

We attempted this location just now. They are an open top cooking location, everything is made on the same cooking surface. They have no allergy protocol. This location is not celiac friendly!

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

— Very

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

On Safety

Staff is extremely knowledgeable on what is and what is not gluten free - asked me if it were an allergy or preference and when I told her allergy she took extra precaution. They even bring the toast out on a red plate rather then white, I was told if it does not come out on a red plate do not eat it.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How many gluten-free options does this establishment offer?

— Many

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

— Excellent

On Quality & Quantity

Food was extremely delicious, omelettes are MASSIVE - could easily feed 2 people. Can make pancakes and waffles GF. I will definitely be going back!

Wow! Pancakes with strawberries!! I can never find g free pancakes! Delish and our waitress Tewanna was super!

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

— Somewhat

On Safety

Menu well-marked, separate plate color for GF

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How many gluten-free options does this establishment offer?

— Many

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

— Excellent

On Quality & Quantity

Even though they use Pamela's baking mix, which is what we use at home, it's fun to be able to go out for breakfast worry free. Have been to OPH many times and never had any issues afterward. Most recently had apple crepes which were great and nice to be able to get a short order (2) instead of full order (3).

Comment

Several outlets in the Twin Cities area and we have had success at 4 - the Roseville location is stark and felt cold but the other locations we've been to are very homey and cozy. Awesome thick bacon and coffee served in mugs which seem to be handmade, adding to the cozy feel.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I love how many options I have here! Their french toast is delicious. It's the only place around where I have choice between pancakes, waffles, french toast, and crepes! I come here quite often.

Celiac friendly?

No

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.

My favorite breakfast spot in Columbus. Has a ton of gluten (friendly: meaning they have gf batter but it is cooked on same stove top), flavors my favorites have been blueberry, pumpkin, and gingerbread! So many different options. Even has gf waffles and of course your traditional eggs, omelets, etc

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Waitress stressed that they were gluten friendly and cross-containment could occur. Had 1 GF pancake, bacon, and huevos ranchero. Really good food and I don’t think I had any CC.

Server was knowledgeable about gluten free options. Gluten free pancakes were good as well

Celiac friendly?

No

Gluten free pancakes are in the menu. The waitress warned us that the kitchen is cross contaminated and they cannot guarantee food without gluten. Sure enough, got sick later that day. If you are not extremely sensitive to gluten, this would work for you, but it is no good for a Celiac.

Celiac friendly?

No

Wonderful staff. The gluten free menu states that there isn’t anything that is Celiac safe available. I sure appreciate their honestly.

Celiac friendly?

No

We were there during Xmas break. Management is unwilling to maintain GF dedicated pancake griddle when it’s busy.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I absolutely love this place! The menu labels items as gluten friendly. I talked with the waitress and she said to state you are allergic and they will clean the grill for gluten free pancakes. She advised against the waffles because the waffle iron is difficult to clean thoroughly. Also she said the crepes come out thicker than normal crepes due to the batter. I opted for the pancakes and they were delicious. I think if you just stick to the pancakes and explain your allergy you will be fine.

Literally in heaven eating my pancakes

I've never gotten sick here and this place is a complete treat for me!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had a great experience here. The waitress was very educated on celiac as well as the restaurant’s gf options and procedures. Loved the pancakes and bacon!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Pumpkin pancakes tested ok to eat with NIMA, Dec 2019

It’s been awhile since we were there. Service was kind of rude. Came across like they didn’t care. I have multiple food allergies and only eggs and coffee black were my options. I’ll pass

Absolutely DELICIOUS!! I’ve tried several items on their menu. My favorite by far is the Banana Crepes. Their pancakes, waffles, and potatoes are also delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Cherry crepes came up with a smiley face on the NIMA

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow, it’s standard procedure to send a manager over to walk through menu/order and talk about kitchen prep! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Amazing food. Dedicated allergy station in their kitchen. Knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

So many good options. Separate station for all allergies (I.e. peanut) and celiac/gluten. Amazing food!

Gluten free pancakes, omelets, meat, hashbrowns w/o seasoning. Gluten pancakes come out on green rimmed plate. Great coffee!! Ask the manager if you have questions. NOT WAITERS

Celiac friendly?

No

They cook all their food on the same grill. I wouldn't eat here if you have celiac disease.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Had awesome GF blueberry pancakes and they handmade hot chocolate for me because the brand they carry was not GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free chocolate chip pancakes with whipped cream. Yum. Portion was so generous!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I had the pigs in a blanket "pancakes with sauges" with a side of hashbrowns. I also had some of my wife's western omelet. Everything was very good. It was hard to believe the pancakes were GF, they were so good. When you order something GF it will come out on a colored plate. I will definitely come back again.

Amazing pancakes!!! They knew all about gluten and cross contamination. Brought us out a stack of pancakes that were amazing.

Delicious food and great about safety!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great! I’ve eaten there several times and have never had a problem. Honestly a bit expensive for some things but the coffee and gf pancakes are really good!

Had the GF Chocolate Chip Belgium Waffle. They do a homemade whipped cream that is amazing. Did not even need syrup the waffle was fluffy and not dry at all. Server was very kind. Didn’t get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We love this place! Delicious gluten free pancakes and plenty of other options too! They are always considerate about preparing our food carefully and staff is very knowledgeable about celiacs disease.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have eaten here a few times... they have gf waffles-pancakes and bacon. The staff is knowledgable. I am celiac and did not get sick

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF pancakes were the bomb! Menu marked and staff were knowledgeable.

Celiac friendly?

No

Hit or miss. I've been going for years and got sick and never went back. The staff tends to be irresponsible with making sure the chefs know the allergy is present. If you are sensitive, I wouldn't risk it but if you do be very clear the severity of the allergy

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Their gf pancakes are the best I've had

No problem getting glutenfree pancakes and waffles! Tasty!

Nice people. Great food. Did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Not the best gluten free pancakes but they did prepare celiac friendly. Can do a Gluten free Mr. Pancake for kids!

Amazing gf pancakes, our waiter is celiacs as well and took very good care of us. Really difficult to no go here every day!

So many delicious options! The staff is knowledgeable and helpful.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I have celiac and I've been here a couple of times and never had a reaction. By far my favorite pancakes I have ever had.

I love the GF pancakes and I've never had any reaction except yum.

Just left here - Not the same as the Edina/Burnsville OPH's, they don't use the red plates to differentiate the GF from the regular stuff and their menu is quite a bit different. The waiter we had seemed pretty irritated by my questions since typically this has been a place I felt safe going to but Maple Grove location is a whole different thing apparently. Food wasn't as good as at other locations and time will tell whether I have a reaction or not....

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Checked the app and found OPH here and in Yelp. They have a pretty good selection of pancakes and egg dishes that are gluten free. I had the thick cut bacon pancakes gf and my husband had regular chocolate chip pancakes. We're both enjoyed.

I visited this location for the first time but when I ordered my GF meal, cook came out to tell me that they can’t make any promises on cross-contamination. I appreciated the honesty but also confused because the other locations I have visited seemed pretty confident about this. He did tell me he would be as careful as possible. All was ok, but made me nervous.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This location is good about supporting gluten free option for celiac. The staff was knowledgeable and food was great!