Stacks Pancake House
About This Spot
Walking into Stacks Pancake House feels like stepping into a comforting morning ritual, the kind that eases you into the day with warmth and familiarity. Nestled in the heart of Irvine, this neighborhood breakfast nook hums with a gentle energy — the quiet clatter of plates, friendly chatter at tables, and the subtle soundtrack that drifts through the dining room, adding to the ease of the moment.
The pace here is unhurried yet attentive, where servers move with a kind of casual efficiency that makes you feel taken care of without any rush. Whether you settle inside amid the bright, clean space or find a spot at one of the inviting outdoor tables, the atmosphere invites lingering over conversation, savoring each bite.
The menu at Stacks Pancake House reveals a playful adventurousness, with classic breakfast comforts sharing space alongside unique twists and local flavors. You might find yourself drawn to a stack of ube-infused pancakes topped with just enough cream to balance the earthiness, or the hearty embrace of a kalua pork omelet, generously filled and deeply satisfying. It’s a place that feels alive with thoughtful choices — from flavorful, unexpected combinations to those simpler, nostalgic plates that remind you why breakfast is worth waking up for.
What lingers beyond the food is the subtle sense of care evident in every detail: fresh, well-prepared ingredients, a sparkling clean dining room, and staff who navigate the morning bustle with warm smiles and genuine attentiveness. This genuine kindness, paired with a menu that honors both tradition and a hint of creativity, makes Stacks not just a spot to eat, but a reliable companion for mornings that deserve a little extra joy.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating - Delivery
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Great coffee
- Serves local specialty
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Toilet
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
- Usually a wait
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
- Dogs allowed outside
Location & Hours
| Monday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Friday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM |
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Mitchell Neller 03 Jan 2026
Stacks Pancake House is one of our go to spots. First thing I always recommend are the ube pancakes. They are unreal. Fluffy, moist, packed with ube flavor, and topped with this ube cream and whipped cream that is honestly perfect. Sweet but not too sweet. Easily one of my favorite pancake plates anywhere. Next is the Kalua pork omelet. They load it with tons of pork and it has amazing flavor in every bite. The potatoes on the side are crispy, salty, and just really well done. Add a little cholula and it is game over. It also pairs really well with their lily koi drinks which I love. This time I wanted to switch it up and finally try their crab omelet. Same experience. Great flavor and a crazy amount of crab. They actually include a full mini crab on the plate so you get that crunchy bite which was super fun and surprisingly good. I was really happy with it. My wife ordered the crab fried rice which is one of her favorites. The crab freaked her out at first but the rice itself is always flavorful and such a huge portion that she always takes some home. Service here is always quick and everyone is super kind. It is just an easy, reliable breakfast spot that always delivers exactly what you hope for. Always recommend it.
Ruben Marruffo 21 Dec 2025
First off this is one of the cleanest restaurants I have seen. The staff was on top of it. We can't wait to visit again. Their menu had a good amount of choices.
Miguel C 19 Dec 2025
Food I feel like many different items were added to the menu the last decade or so. I did enjoy the omelet with avocado, banana pancakes were great, and the potatos needed some seasong. As well as the kalua pork needed some more flavor. Service Very fast service from all the pretty ladies that work here. Our food was served pretty quick as we only had 3-4 groups in front of us when we placed our orders, but our family members that joined us later had to wait a bit longer as they had about 8-10 groups of people in front of them when they placed their ordered. Atmoshphere Nice atmosphere, just one of the customers was a bit loud when talking. Had a great time, just feel some of the food items need some improvement. Also, if possible add lemon or limes to your inventory, and add freshly squeezed smoothies/juices to your menu. Thank you.
TM 06 Dec 2025
Went here on a Saturday morning for breakfast, and it was really good! Service was fast, food was delicious, and we all really enjoyed our meals. We had the classic egg Benedict, crab omelette, breakfast burrito, and Portuguese sausage with eggs and potato. Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating, lots of menu options and great place overall.
young rang lee 06 Dec 2025
I love this place. My kids said here pancakes are the best in Irvine,and my sister said here coffee is so good. Staff are so kind too. Also, very clean and the song that comes out when you eat inside is really good.
Marla Borokoff 21 Oct 2025
Love this place! It's such a treat. Lots of good choices. We had the veggie omelet with pancakes and split it between the two of us. It's SO much food! My hubby had the meat lovers with fruit. Coffee is great too. She had chai. This place is definitely worth the price.
Victoria Bui 19 Oct 2025
As someone from Hawai'i, I try not to have high expectations for Hawaiian food. However, I was pleasantly surprised by this place! My friend got the Kalua Pork Omelette and Buttermilk Pancakes. The kalua pork was soft, tender, flavorful, and not too salty. He really enjoyed the potatoes and pancakes as well, saying it "tasted like Liliha Bakery back home". I'm knocking down one star for my order of Spicy Chicken + Bacon Waffle. It wasn't awful, but the combination of flavors was definitely overwhelming and strange. The fried chicken was coated in cheese and spicy mayo, which was way too heavy on top of the thick buttery waffle. The ingredients tasted great individually and would have much much better served separately. I might come back another time and try something more simple/classic, because my friend's dish was great and the workers were really nice. :)