Original Hotcake House
(503) 236-7402
1002 SE Powell Blvd
Portland,
OR
97202
45.5013
-122.6556
Neighborhoods: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program, Brooklyn Action Corps
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In Short
Vinyl booths, a jukebox and a service counter create the ambience of a classic greasy-spoon diner. Big portions and lots of carbs are just the ticket for those looking to fill up or soak up the late-night alcohol. The plate-sized hotcakes are deservedly famous, dripping with syrup. Other breakfast items include omelettes, waffles and biscuits and gravy. A bevy of lunch and dinner plates is also available, like steaks, burgers, salads and sandwiches.
User Reviews
Anonymous
October 17, 2008
A Portland landmark. The menu is vast as well as delicious. Portion size is ridiculous, may as well ask for a to go box when you order!. Expect a wait on Sunday mornings!!!
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hickey1975
March 01, 2008
I moved here from Chicago 7 months ago and for the first 6 mos. I was looking for a cheap breakfast place. With every suggestion I was disappointed. Most places try too hard here in Portland to separate themselves from the rest and end up costing way too much. The food is home cooked on a huge griddle right in front of the ordering line. No frilly eggs or fancy seasoned hashbrowns here. Three egg omeletes and buttered toast. Pancakes are great too. You can buy 1, 2, or 3. Be ready for a wait on the weekends and to serve yourself your coffee but it is worth it. I feel like I'm back home in Chicago where breakfast spots are known for their low price and simple but great food.
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greenbar
August 14, 2007
What can I say.... It's a hole in the wall place that has very good food all the time... The hotcakes are big and taste great and the hashbrowns are to die for, In fact eat them too much you may from all the grease but what the heck they are good. People watching is half of what this place is about all types. So if you want some good old diner type food and don't mind the the music and the wait that can happen for your food if they are real busy then this is still one of the best around.
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Save Time:
If you want to skip the inevitable line, call ahead with your order and it'll be ready when you arrive.
When to Go:
Ice Cube and other West Coast hip-hoppers make it a point to hit the Hotcake House when tours bring them to Portland.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Late Night Dining, Celeb Hangout, Lunch Spot
