Breakfast is the most important meal of the day—conquer it with these sweet and savory flapjacks. 
Darling Jack’s Tavern
Darling Jack’s weekend brunch menu redefines the classic buttermilk pancake with delectable garnishes like Maine blueberry compote, toasted almonds and, of course, maple syrup. Pair this sweet treat with a savory bite like salt-roasted beets. 104 S. 13th St., darlingjacks.com
The Dutch
A morning potassium boost never tasted so good, thanks to the Dutch’s Ana Banana pancakes, topped with blueberries and whipped cream. This sweet treat, paired with the Dutch’s cozy ambiance, makes for the ideal start to your day. 1537 S. 11th St., thedutchphilly.com
Middle Child Clubhouse
For the most important meal of the day, go big with Middle Child Clubhouse’s Olivia’s big pancake—trust us, it lives up to the name. This delicious malted buttermilk pancake comes with Clubhouse smiley-face honey butter and fresh citrus. 248 S. 11th St., middlechildphilly.com
Sabrina’s
Nothing beats the smell of cinnamon rolls in the morning. At Sabrina’s, this breakfast favorite gets a revamp in the cinnamon roll pancakes. The dish features two cinnamon swirl buttermilk pancakes topped with cream cheese frosting and cinnamon streusel. 227 N. 34th St., sabrinascafe.com
Square 1682
Classic buttermilk pancakes never disappoint—especially at Square 1682. Their buttermilk pancakes come dressed up with fresh berries and PA maple syrup. Pair this classic with hickory bacon or breakfast potatoes for a perfect sweet and savory combo. 121 S. 17th St., square1682.com
Talula’s Garden
Bananas foster may be a decadent dessert, but pair it with a few pancakes, and the treat becomes a breakfast staple. Talula’s Garden’s freshly griddled bananas foster pancakes come with warm banana brown sugar syrup, vanilla buttercream and candied pecans. Diners can enjoy this specialty stack both indoors and outdoors, with garden seating open during the spring season. 210 West Washington Square, talulasgarden.com
Winkel
Pancake lovers will find themselves in heaven at Winkel, where the brunch menu boasts a variety of the beloved dish. Our pick? The classic buttermilk pancakes topped with whipped cream and powdered sugar. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, order the Fisherman’s pancake with the smoked fish of the day, dill and sour cream. 1119 Locust St., winkelphilly.com
Photography by: Lexy Pierce; PUNCH Media; Bob Moysan; Courtesy of Brands
