Sarah Jackson
That’s my first time dining here, and I have to give them five stars all the way around there was no waiting to get to the table and literally our food was brought to us within 10 minutes of ordering. It was hot. It was fresh and it was absolutely delicious. If you’re looking for a good place to eat, serves their customers in a timely fashion with both service and food. Then come here definitely try it out. We will be back.
Mariana Moscoso
Pancake Circus should be considered a historical landmark. It is an iconic and cozy diner. Yes, there is a 1970s clown decor but that is the appeal. You come here for a feeling, the Sacramento before it was “hip” and the “Farm to Fork” Capitol. The food is diner food and a million times better than chain diner food. Service is great and friendly. If you want a quirky breakfast/brunch experience, this is your spot!
Poppy Kisner
My favorite greasy spoon in Sacramento. Great atmosphere, kitschy decor, hot coffee. My favorite is the Country Benedict.
Jason F
**Review for Pancake Circus Restaurant: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐**
Initially, I would frequent Pancake Circus as an ironic choice, primarily to dodge the lengthy wait times down the street at Tower Cafe. However, with each visit, that irony gave way to a heartfelt love. The impeccable food, the welcoming staff, and the one-of-a-kind ambiance became undeniable.
And let's not overlook the decor – with each visit, the eclectic clown art becomes increasingly endearing. Without a doubt, Pancake Circus serves the best breakfast in Sacramento.
Don't miss out on this unique and authentic experience!
Randy CAT
I was not impressed when I walked in since they have so much stuff & it was a definite turn off. I wanted to leave but I had just picked up my friend from the hospital and he needed to eat. Well I was pleasantly surprised. My bacon , egg, hashbrown, and toast was very good...hashbrowns had a nice crisp outside and soft inside and did NOT have a bunch of grease. My eggs cooked to perfection. I will be back since the place was clean, the bathroom also was nice and clean. The only suggestion I have is to get rid of all the junk when you walk in since it just looks cluttered and junky.
John Walent
Love this spot! Great food, it has a diner vibe with generous portions!
Staff was super friendly as well. I ended up misplacing my wallet and the whole team went above and beyond. I left my phone number at the restaurant and after I was able to track it down they still called to check the next day and make sure I had found it. Very caring and good natured people. My partner and I are excited to become regulars there!
Austen McDaniel
A delightfully quirky greasy spoon with personable staff and tasty food. And not to mention, keno (if you're into that)! Corned beef hash and biscuits and country gravy hit the spot.
I lived in Sac for so many years and regrettably never visited this iconic breakfast spot...why!? Right off the freeway which makes it a great pit stop. We hope this place sticks around for many more years to come.
Travis Hester
Loved this place. Wish the clowns weren't so angry or sad looking.
The bathroom was beat up. Everything was broke and dirty. Mirror was scratched to hell. I see yard sales and many places they could have gotten cheap bathroom decor. Upgrade the bathroom!
Alexandra Smith Reiner
It is one of Sacramento's oldest family restaurants. There is plenty of parking, but check Google regarding hours. The pancakes are made with a special recipe. You'll want to come back after you've tried the pancakes. I like the establishment feel to "the Circus."
Sophia Gutierrez
It's a nice quiet breakfast place with and awesome staff and a great manager. Food is always good every time we eat there.
Rich Celena (Celena&Rich)
What fun! Great prices, thanks for keeping it real :) lemon meringue pancakes were super yummy!! Coffee was great too. Wonderful old pancake house! Serves lunch too
Max M.
Unique diner setting with nice staff, affordable prices, and a quick decent meal. Worth a visit even for a cup of coffee. It's like a portal to the 90's!
Jessie C Love
I visited when the atmosphere was small and quiet. After living in Sacramento for decades and passing by this place, 2023 is the first time I've ever eaten here.
Service is good. The restaurant is clean. I like their pancakes. Fluffy. Large. Satisfying. Tasty. I've had a burger and fries. They were all right. I was disappointed in the lemonade. It's just regular lemonade with added fruit. I expected the ice cream to be more than a scoop for the price and taste amazing, but it's better to go a few blocks to the parlor for that experience.
On my last trip, I tried wings and waffles. The waffle was good, but the wings were fried a little too hard to fully enjoy them. I don't know what the excitement is for this combination yet, but I didn't find it here. I may try something else, but it seems that my best bet is to stick with what the restaurant is named for, pancakes. I'll see...
Jace Witman
I enjoy the ability to be able to time travel back to the days of my childhood when visiting this place. The vibe has not changed in many decades and I hope it stays that way. The food is good, probably better than you'd expect. Their Chicken Fried Steak is my favorite breakfast dish there.
Anyone afraid of clowns should pay a visit anyway. You may be cured by immersion.
Tamie Baker
The waitress asked if I was ok with onions and bell peppers in the potatoes. I asked if I could get no onions and she said sure not a problem. They brought my plate with no bell peppers but extra onions. Must have been a half cup just on top. The corned beef hash was cold and could tell from a can. Was not impressed.
Zoua Yang
When you go eat here, please make sure to check your tab (receipt) because the waitress wrongful charge me for something I didn’t even have. There were very rude. I have to wait 25-30 minute for my food while all the customer who came after me already receive there food and left. When I receive my entree there were cold. The waitress asked if I need anything I said yes and I need these condiments, but I never receive any condiments.
Latecia Breeden
I ordered the daily special berry and banana french toast with eggs and bacon: under $8! My son and husband ordered from the regular menu and they had a huge breakfast! All in all our experience was good. Fast service and a good amount of refills. Will go again. I hadn't been there since I was a little girl
John Michael Wise Jr.
We love going to eat at pancake circus. I have been eating there since 1986 and something's have changed but the place absent changed. Love the food and the service.
Jeremy Sundby
Best breakfast place to eat at in town. It's affordable and the staff has been doing this for a very long time. If you're on a budget and want a full stomach, check out Pancake Circus! 5 stars! A+ service!
Debbie Alvarado
I asked the waiter for a straw 3 times and she never brought it. The food was not so good place was not clean, and service was bad. I will definitely not be going back
Rosie Malenke
The service was wonderful!! Our waitress was very attentive and polite!!! The food was great and very affordable!! We will definitely return!!!
Kevin Rico Kersey-Garza
What a step back to childhood. Loves the kitschy atmosphere, energetic waitresses, and above all, food was seriously great. Ordered the Circus Breakfast, everything to order and the pancakes were awesome!
Sue Patterson Eland
It's our neighborhood breakfast place and has been for over 30 years. We love it, standard breakfast fare, good prices, fast service!
Josh Olsen
A dive for sure but these comments about the food not being good? Don't listen to them. The pancakes are great, it's cleaner than most dives, and the service is great. We come here all the time.
Martha Gensitskiy
Love this place! Tiny little hole in the wall that's been around forever. Pancakes are HUGE! Service is extremely friendly & prompt!
Jeanne Neal
I've been going to this place for about 20 years, and it is amazing. The food is delicious!! I love the "old" feel to it, and the decor definitely takes me back. The waitresses have all been there for years, and are all very nice!! Try it, you won't regret it! �
Joel Olivarez
My favorite place to eat breakfast. Best biscuits and gravy ever!
Rich Gonzales
Not the same at all..brought out my mushy strawberries on a whip cream soaked waffle that was sitting and made my Son wait 10 mins for scorching hot tenders...sorry guys its not the Pancake Circus it WAS...no more
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