Alhambra: Pancake Paradise

Pancakes. They’re fluffy, flavorful, and, frankly, fun to eat. What’s not to love?
If you’re a pancake fan, you can find everything from the sweet to the savory right here in Alhambra. Read on to discover the best pancakes (and crepes!) in town.

Macadamia Nut Pancakes at Aloha Food Factory
2990 West Valley Boulevard

Teleport to the beaches and forests of Hawaii with every bite of this delectable sweet treat. Aloha Food Factory always serves up flavorful, authentic Hawaiian food that will keep you coming back for more.

Cornmeal Mochi Pancake at Yang’s Kitchen
112 W Main Street

While it may look like it, this is not your typical pancake. This tasty dish, made with Grist & Toll cornmeal and Koda Farms mochiko rice flour, is gluten-free and vegetarian. The mochi adds a fluffy, bouncy texture to the mix you are sure to enjoy.

Scallion Pancakes at Jiang Nan Spring
910 East Main Street

Savory and delicious scallion pancakes are popular in China and throughout Asia, are made with dough instead of batter, and come stuffed with vegetables. This street food staple is a must-try dish that will have you craving it not just for breakfast but for every meal of the day.

Pancake Stack at Burgers and More
2133 West Valley Boulevard

If you’re fond of the kind of pancakes eaten traditionally in the West, the Pancake Stack will take you right back to your childhood and how mom used to make them. Hot, fresh, and topped with a dollop of butter and sweet syrup, this pancake meal is sure to fill you right up.

Crunchy Honeycomb Crepe at Popping Yolk Cafe
119 West Main Street

This incredible crepe is loaded with toppings like caramel, cinnamon, and, of course, honeycomb. Crepes may be thinner than pancakes, but they are certainly no less satisfying! Give this one a try next time you find yourself at Popping Yolk Cafe.

Soufflé Pancakes at Sweethoney Dessert
410 West Main Street, Suite 110

Soufflé pancakes are a thick, fluffy, and jiggly dessert popular in Japan. While they may be fun to look at and play with, their best aspect by far is the taste. Try them at Sweethoney Dessert covered in fruit and other sweet toppings.

½ Stack From the Griddle at Bun N Burger
1000 East Main Street

For something simple yet satisfying, you can’t go wrong with the half stack at Bun N Burger—a freshly cooked pancake served right off the griddle paired with your favorite version of eggs and breakfast meat. This one covers all the bases.

Chinese Crepe at Ai Wei Ju
31 East Valley Boulevard

Also known as jianbing, Chinese crepes are a popular street breakfast in many countries. Cooked with egg and flour and filled with various toppings, jianbing is a must-have meal for those mornings (or any time) when you’re craving something savory. For those in a rush, this is the perfect grab-and-go meal.

Pumpkin Pecan Slam at Denny’s
369 W Main Street

Tis the season for all things pumpkin! Treat yourself to a delicious pumpkin pancake meal at Denny’s, available for only a limited time. This decadent meal features buttermilk pancakes cooked with pumpkin pie filling and glazed pecans and topped with a special pecan pie sauce.