If you love pancakes, there really is no dearth of varieties to try in the UAE. From decadent brownie hybrids to healthy, gluten-free treats, restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have taken the breakfast staple to the next level.
With Pancake Day falling on Tuesday this year, why not celebrate by ordering these stacks straight to your home?
Cafe 302’s blueberry rice pancakes
These blueberry rice pancakes are just one option from the Abu Dhabi cafe's vegan menu. Incredibly moreish and fluffy, you get a stack of four large pancakes topped with tangy wild berry sauce and served with a jug of maple syrup and a pot of vegan cream. A sprinkling of pistachio nuts and a few fresh berries seal the deal. It's available to order until 2pm any day of the week.
Price: Dh42
Available to order via Zomato
Clinton Street Baking Company's February pancake range
The New York institution is known for its pancakes, and its Dubai branches have a separate pancake menu, available throughout the month of February. Cocoa lovers can try the German chocolate or the raspberry chocolate varieties, whereas the blueberry streusel, cherry cobbler and apple pie are also favourites.
Prices: Dh68.25
Available for delivery via Deliveroo
Cocoa Room’s red velvet pancakes
For overly decadent stacks that will do as well as dessert as they will for breakfast, check out Cocoa Room in Dubai. You can keep it classic by ordering the buttermilk (with salted caramel, fresh berries or Nutella) or go all out with the Oreo midnight, a dreamy concoction with chocolate fudge and chocolate ice cream. Another dish that's as easy on the eyes as it is the taste buds is the red velvet pancakes, with cheese frosting, muffin crumble and chocolate – a sure-fire winner.
Price: Dh58
Available to order until noon through Zomato and Talabat
Eggspectation’s sausage pancake
Eggspectation in Dubai remains a favourite for a hearty morning meal. There are the “all-time classics” or the blueberry pancakes that are well worth ordering. But those who can’t quite decide if they’re up for a sweet or savoury meal can opt for the high-rise pancakes. Three flapjacks with sausages, beef bacon, potatoes and a sunny side-up egg may just be the perfect way to start the day.
Price: Dh62
Available via Deliveroo
Fuchsia Urban Thai’s limited-edition coconut pancakes
The Thai restaurant in Dubai is celebrating Pancake Day with a limited-edition stack, available on Tuesday only. Giving the much-loved breakfast a Thai twist, the coconut pancakes will be sprinkled with coconut flakes and accompanied by a pandan custard.
Price: Dh25
Available to order from the Business Bay and Al Barsha branch until stocks last; www.fuchsiame.com
Keki bakery’s Japanese pancakes
The Japanese bakery and speciality coffee shop in Abu Dhabi serves up fluffy pancakes with just the right amount of jiggle. Traditionalists can opt for the original pancake, with a side of salted butter and maple syrup. But those looking for a pancake that's more dessert than breakfast can go for the salted caramel, tiramisu or strawberry pancakes.
Price: From Dh45
Available to order via Deliveroo, Talabat and Chatfood
LDC Kitchen & Coffee’s coconut almond pancakes
If you’re craving an indulgent yet guilt-free start to the day, head over to this JLT joint, which has a vegan coconut almond pancake stack worth diving into. It's served with fresh berries, crispy coconut flakes, toasted almonds, whipped coconut cream and a dollop of honey on the side (vegans can always ask them to hold the honey).
Price: Dh55
Available via Deliveroo
Parker’s chocolate chip pancakes
It's a signature dish from the home-grown restaurant known for its Instagrammable fare. Three fluffy pancakes come with a generous helping of chocolate chips, chocolate sauce and pieces of brownies – basically a chocoholic's dream breakfast. The chocolate chip pancakes are available from 8am to 12.30pm in Abu Dhabi, La Mer and City Centre Mirdif, and until noon from The Dubai Mall branch.
Price: Dh57
Available via Chatfood
Pancake House’s classic stacks
Whether you're in the mood for something sweet or savoury, Pancake House in both emirates does it all. Start your day by tucking into a pancake medley – pancakes with a country sausage – or pancakes with breakfast favourites such as cheese and egg. Those with a sweet tooth have a number of choices, too, from the blueberry pancakes to the caramel banana walnut pancake.
Price: Dh25 for two pieces
Available to order from Abu Dhabi, 02 622 0036; and Dubai 04 327 3584
Sarabeth’s lemon and ricotta pancakes
The quaint breakfast spot in Dubai serves up a classic pancake, with fresh strawberries and strawberry-raspberry butter, all day long. But if you’re looking for something more unique, look no further than the lemon and ricotta pancake, which gives the sweet, fluffy breakfast dish a slightly tangy twist.
Price: Dh59
Available to order via Deliveroo and Talabat
Wild & The Moon's orange blossom Pancakes
Wild & The Moon, a health-conscious, vegetarian hot spot with branches in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, serves up some mean gluten-free pancakes. Every bite is a veritable flavour explosion, as your stack is topped with orange blossom, dehydrated orange zest, almonds, whipped coconut cream, pistachios, banana and maple syrup. The dish is served all day, so if you want breakfast-style pancakes for dinner, that's no issue. Just make sure you pair it with one of the tasty shakes or cold-pressed juices the French brand is best known for.
Price: Dh45
Available via Deliveroo
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