Pancakehouse Upstairs serves Dutch pancakes in a small room above Grimburgwal, inside a house dating to 1539. Just four tables make the meal feel intimate, with vintage paintings, royal portraits and teapots hanging overhead. Choose a savory pancake such as Kai, with bacon, Brie and honey, or go sweet with strawberries and cream. Getting upstairs means tackling a steep, narrow staircase, and the limited seating makes booking ahead a sensible move.
A pancake room in a 16th-century house
Pancakehouse Upstairs is at Grimburgwal 2, on the upper floor of a house dating to 1539. The small dining room has four tables and around 18 seats, so the atmosphere is close and informal. Vintage paintings and Dutch royal portraits decorate the walls, while teapots hang overhead.
The staircase is part of the visit, but it is steep and narrow. Consider that before booking if stairs are difficult for you or anyone in your party. With so few seats, the restaurant is not a good choice for an unplanned stop when you need to eat immediately.
Choose a sweet or savory pancake
The menu includes both sweet and savory Dutch pancakes. Kai combines bacon, Brie and honey, bringing salty, creamy and sweet flavors together. The King is topped with fresh Dutch strawberries and cream. Blueberries with cream is another sweet option.
For a savory order, Bacon and Cheese is also available; it can be eaten with syrup. Ham is another menu choice. Hot coffee or Dutch hot chocolate makes a fitting drink alongside a pancake.
Plan the booking and payment
Book ahead by phone or WhatsApp, using the contact details on the restaurant’s website. Seating is limited, and the restaurant uses one-hour dining slots. Lunch reservations are especially worth arranging in advance, as the noon and 1 pm slots can fill quickly.
Payment is by cash or debit card. The steep staircase and small dining room are important practical considerations: the setting works well for a planned, compact meal, but is less suitable if you need step-free access or a spacious table.
FAQ
Where is Pancakehouse Upstairs?
It is at Grimburgwal 2 in Amsterdam, on the upper floor of a house dating to 1539.
Do I need to reserve a table?
Booking ahead by phone or WhatsApp is recommended because the restaurant has only four tables and walk-in seating is scarce.
What should I order at Pancakehouse Upstairs?
For a savory pancake, try Kai with bacon, Brie and honey. Sweet options include The King with strawberries and cream, or blueberries and cream.
Is Pancakehouse Upstairs accessible without stairs?
No step-free route is described. Reaching the dining room requires climbing a steep, narrow staircase.
How can I pay?
Payment is accepted by cash or debit card.
