Best Pancakes in San Francisco
2 restaurants compared
Price range: $16.50 – $22.00
Avg recommendation: 95%
Top 2 Pancakes in San Francisco (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 2 restaurants:
- Plow — score 96/100, $22.00 (Potrero Hill)
- Outerlands — score 93/100, $16.50 (Outer Sunset)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 96/100
Plow
Potrero Hill·$$
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
$22.00
Fluffy pancakes made with house-made ricotta and lemon curd, topped with powdered sugar and maple syrup.
Tip: This is the dish. Order it. Come on a weekday morning to avoid the hour-plus wait if you're time-sensitive, but it's worth waiting for on weekends.
#2Score 93/100
Outerlands
Outer Sunset·$$
Dutch Baby Pancake
$16.50
A puffy, golden pancake baked in a cast-iron skillet, topped with seasonal berries, pecans, and ricotta.
Tip: Arrive early or be prepared to wait — this is the most ordered brunch dish. Two Dutch babies can be ordered to share, making it easy for groups.