Where to celebrate Pancake Day in Dubai 

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Want to celebrate Pancake Day in Dubai on Tuesday, February 13? Few breakfast dishes top the humble pancake and in our opinion, it can be eaten any time of the day from brunch to a snack and yes, even for dinner.

Here are some of the best places to enjoy pancakes in Dubai

Cassette

This cult classic brunch spot has got you covered for pancake day with buttermilk pancakes topped with berry compote and whipped cream. For those with intolerances; indulge in a gluten-free vegan pancake layered with fresh and caramelised banana, berry compote and coconut cream. They do a gluten-free vegan pancake, too.

Cassette, The Courtyard, Al Quoz, Dubai, 8am to 6pm daily, Tel: (0)4 349 1966, cassette.ae

Galeries Lafayette

Spice up your morning at Le Gourmet in Galeries Lafayette. This hidden oasis is offering a delicious plate of pancakes with fresh berries, berry sauce and maple syrup, perfect to celebrate pancake day.

Galeries Lafayette, The Dubai Mall, Mon to Thur 10am to 11pm, Fri to Sun 10am to 12am, Tel: (0)4 339 9933, galerieslafayette.ae

Harrie’s Pancakes

This South African restaurant has been serving up pancakes for 35 years, so you just know it’s going to be good. On the menu, you’ll find a number of sweet pancakes including a berries and custard, banana caramel, apple pie, and more. On the savoury side, there are a number of not-so-common options like a spiced beef mince pancake (called Bobotie), a chicken mushroom pancake, chicken peri peri and more.

Harrie’s Pancakes, Bay Central Tower Jumeirah Beach Residence One and Nakheel Mall on the Palm, Tel: (0) 54 458 0819. @harries_pancakes_dubai

LDC Kitchen + Coffee

Your favourite neighbourhood hangout is taking pancake celebrations to new heights with a selection of sweet delights. Indulge in buttermilk pancakes with crispy praline streusel, whipped mascarpone, fresh bananas and maple syrup. If you’re vegan you won’t have to miss out on the party as the cafe does a coconut almond pancakes, topped with fresh berries, crispy coconut flakes, toasted almonds and whipped coconut cream.

LDC Kitchen + Coffee, several locations in Dubai, 7am to 1am daily, @ldckitchen

Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen

Pancake day will be out in full force at Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen. Tuck into a stacks of unlimited hot cakes with maple syrup and caramalized bananas.

Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, open daily, 10am to 3am, Tel: (0)58 599 4659, mezzaninedubai.com

Nette

This spot offers a twist on the traditional breakfast dish, with a heavenly Japanese créme brulée buttermilk pancake. Nette is also part of the Matcha Club, so you can get your pancake fix after a game of sweaty padel.

Nette, Matcha Club Al Quoz, Dubai, 8am to 10pm, Tel: (0)4 548 8369, @nettedxb

Pancake House

This no-frill spot in Bur Juman serves up some delicious Filipino food, but their pancakes are not to be missed. The restaurant serves up a number of options from the classic to pancakes with banana, walnut, chocolate chip, blueberry and even, cheese.

Pancake House, Bur Juman, Al Mankool, Dubai, open daily Fri and Sat 7am to 11.30pm, Sun to Thurs 8am to 11.30pm, Tel: (0)4 327 3584, @pancakehouseuae

Society 

Satisfy your pancake cravings at Society with an American-style pancakes. The gluten-free buttermilk pancakes are generously topped with a luscious berry compote and drizzled with warm maple syrup. You can pair it with a delicious butterscotch latte.

Society Dubai, Jumeirah St1, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, open daily Sun to Thurs 8am to 9pm, Fri and Sat 8am to 10pm, Tel: (0)4 222 2811, @societyuae

Spill the Bean

For a healthy pancake in Dubai, head to Spill the Bean. Known for its sustainable ethos, this homegrown cafe is gearing up for a delicious day full of pancakes. Diners will be able to choose from an array of finger-licking offerings such as vanilla pancakes with banana; honey and hazelnuts, as well as almond pancakes with toasted almonds, dried apricots and honey. They even do a cappuccino pancake with macha syrup, and a date and cinnamon pancake.

Spill the Bean, The Sustainable City, Dubai, 7am to 8pm daily, Tel: (0)52 505 9022, @spillthebeancoffee

Vibe

Feast on fluffy pieces of heaven at this pretty cafe. There’s a lotus pancake, peanute buetter and a signature pink pancake you’ll want for the ‘Gram. And of course, there’s no harm in opting for the classic pancake with a good dose of whipped cream, mixed berries and maple syrup.

Vibe, DIFC 10 am to 11pm, Al Wasl, 9am to 10pm, lovevibecafe.com

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