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The best pancakes in New York.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 6 places.

Friends and family have asked me more than once where to find the best pancakes in New York City, and after years of first hand experience, I’ve narrowed down a list of local gems worth calling out.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Best pancakes in New York, 2026

  1. Bubby'sRestaurant · TribecaNamed after the Yiddish word for grandmother, Bubby’s dishes out some of the most popular home-style brunch in New York City.
  2. Chez Ma TanteRestaurant · Greenpoint, BrooklynThe New York Times and The New Yorker both applauded the joint for serving the most delicious pancakes in New York City.
  3. Clinton Street Baking Co.Bakery · Lower East SideThe famous pancakes are the biggest draw, that dish alone earns Clinton St. Baking a place on our list.
  4. Rule of ThirdsRestaurant · Greenpoint, BrooklynMade with soufflé batter, these are unlike any other pancakes in NYC.
  5. Sunday in BrooklynRestaurant · Williamsburg, BrooklynBrunch dreams take flight at Sunday in Brooklyn, where sky-high Sunday Pancakes reign supreme.
  6. Breakfast by Salt's CureRestaurant · West Village & Carroll GardensBreakfast by Salt’s Cure redefined pancakes in New York City with Oatmeal Griddle Cakes.

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Where they are.

5 neighborhoods, Greenpoint, Brooklyn and Tribeca most of all.

Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Lower East Side

Tribeca

West Village & Carroll Gardens

Williamsburg, Brooklyn

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 8 Perfected Pancakes in New York City (You Need to Try).