Buffet Value
Weekend brunch and lunch buffets were praised for generous food, with one review reporting AED 39 for brunch and AED 29 for lunch.
Pancake House Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Pancake House Al Barsha is a Filipino restaurant with a cosy, family-friendly feel, serving classic pancakes alongside hearty comfort food. Reviews make the weekend brunch buffet, fluffy pancakes and dishes such as fried chicken and kare-kare the main reasons to consider a visit.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
340 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fluffy Pancakes
Classic pancakes were described as soft, fluffy and perfectly sweet, with whipped butter also winning praise.
Filipino Comfort
Reviews highlight Filipino favourites including Lomi, kare-kare, Palabok, Batchoy and chicken tocino.
Standout Tacos
The tacos were called a standout dish, while another diner went as far as calling them the best taco in Dubai.
Warm Setting
The cosy interior suits family meals and small celebrations; one review used it for an intimate birthday gathering.
Fresh Cooking
Food is often described as fresh and well prepared, with longer waits sometimes attributed to cooking orders fresh.
What to Eat at Pancake House Al Barsha How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Pancake House Al Barsha, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Pancake House Al Barsha got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 5
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Fried chicken Net +4
“I love fried chicken,”
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Review excerpts
“I love fried chicken,”August 2025
“The first was the Fried Chicken, a dish that immediately distinguishes itself from the usual offerings. It wasn't just crispy and juicy; it had a truly unique "zest effect" that I hadn't tasted before. The subtle citrusy and tangy notes cut through the richness of the fried coating, creating a refreshing and memorable flavor profile. It's a bold take on a classic, and it works incredibly well.”September 2025
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Tacos Net +3
“I love their pancakes and the tacos are delicious!”
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Review excerpts
“I love their pancakes and the tacos are delicious!”August 2025
“The food was excellent, especially the Lomi, which was rich, flavorful, and comforting. The tacos were also a standout, perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious.”March 2026
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Kare-kare Net +2
“Kare-Kare - This is one of my favourite filipino dish, and when I am eating this dish, I base the taste without the Bagoong (Shrimp Paste). Their kare-kare lacks of grinned peanut. Maybe it is me as I preferred more grinned nuts. I can say their Kare-kare tastes so well as it is not ‘nakakaumay’.”
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Review excerpts
“Kare-Kare - This is one of my favourite filipino dish, and when I am eating this dish, I base the taste without the Bagoong (Shrimp Paste). Their kare-kare lacks of grinned peanut. Maybe it is me as I preferred more grinned nuts. I can say their Kare-kare tastes so well as it is not ‘nakakaumay’.”October 2024
“Good food as always, we really liked the beef tapa and kare kare. Friendly staffs, special thanks to ate monica for the excellent service!!”May 2026
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Shrimp gambas Net +2
“Shrimp Gambas - I don’t usually eat this dish as we don’t use to cook this in our province and I have no idea the authentic taste. But based on what they served, it tastes so well.”
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Review excerpts
“Shrimp Gambas - I don’t usually eat this dish as we don’t use to cook this in our province and I have no idea the authentic taste. But based on what they served, it tastes so well.”October 2024
“Highly recommend the pan chicken and shrimp gambas”March 2026
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Spaghetti Net +2
“Paired with the chicken was the spaghetti, which was also fantastic. The sauce was rich, savory, and perfectly balanced, clinging to the noodles in a way that made every bite satisfying.”
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Review excerpts
“Paired with the chicken was the spaghetti, which was also fantastic. The sauce was rich, savory, and perfectly balanced, clinging to the noodles in a way that made every bite satisfying.”September 2025
“It has always been my favorite since when I was still in the Philippines. Must try: fried chicken and spaghetti They also have value meals that are at full serving for the quarter of the price. Although the place may not have enough parking, there are ample just around the area. Staff are wonderful and suggest good choices.”August 2024
Honorable mentions (18)
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Batchoy Net +1
“The food was delicious, especially the Palabok and Batchoy, along with their famous pancakes.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was delicious, especially the Palabok and Batchoy, along with their famous pancakes.”December 2024
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Beef tapa Net +1
“Good food as always, we really liked the beef tapa and kare kare. Friendly staffs, special thanks to ate monica for the excellent service!!”
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Review excerpts
“Good food as always, we really liked the beef tapa and kare kare. Friendly staffs, special thanks to ate monica for the excellent service!!”May 2026
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Beef with cabbage Net +1
“Beef with Cabbage - I don’t eat this much but the taste is flavourful and savoury.”
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Review excerpts
“Beef with Cabbage - I don’t eat this much but the taste is flavourful and savoury.”October 2024
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Biscuits and gravy Net +1
“Food Quality: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The food at Pancake House is simply outstanding. Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious. The omelets are perfectly cooked, and the biscuits and gravy are a must-try. Each dish is prepared with care, ensuring a delightful culinary experience every time.”
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Review excerpts
“Food Quality: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The food at Pancake House is simply outstanding. Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious. The omelets are perfectly cooked, and the biscuits and gravy are a must-try. Each dish is prepared with care, ensuring a delightful culinary experience every time.”August 2024
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Chicken tocino Net +1
“Got the experience eating here,. Food are good and delicious., the service is overwhelming and the atmosphere is very nice. I love the chicken tocino, Maja, egg, everything.😆and it's cheaper,.with 29 aed eat all you can. I highly recommend this,.”
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Review excerpts
“Got the experience eating here,. Food are good and delicious., the service is overwhelming and the atmosphere is very nice. I love the chicken tocino, Maja, egg, everything.😆and it's cheaper,.with 29 aed eat all you can. I highly recommend this,.”August 2025
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House special set Net +1
“The spaghetti with meat sauce was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the house special set was a true treat, offering a delicious variety of tastes that satisfied all my cravings.”
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Review excerpts
“The spaghetti with meat sauce was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the house special set was a true treat, offering a delicious variety of tastes that satisfied all my cravings.”June 2024
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Lomi Net +1
“The food was excellent, especially the Lomi, which was rich, flavorful, and comforting. The tacos were also a standout, perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was excellent, especially the Lomi, which was rich, flavorful, and comforting. The tacos were also a standout, perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious.”March 2026
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Lumpiang togue Net +1
“It was my first and i loved how i was served by Erwin. He is very welcoming and so polute even to the delivery guy from Talabat.. well done, I love the Lumpiang Togue… nicely and freshly cooked and served.Highly recommended..”
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“It was my first and i loved how i was served by Erwin. He is very welcoming and so polute even to the delivery guy from Talabat.. well done, I love the Lumpiang Togue… nicely and freshly cooked and served.Highly recommended..”August 2024
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Maja Net +1
“Got the experience eating here,. Food are good and delicious., the service is overwhelming and the atmosphere is very nice. I love the chicken tocino, Maja, egg, everything.😆and it's cheaper,.with 29 aed eat all you can. I highly recommend this,.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Got the experience eating here,. Food are good and delicious., the service is overwhelming and the atmosphere is very nice. I love the chicken tocino, Maja, egg, everything.😆and it's cheaper,.with 29 aed eat all you can. I highly recommend this,.”August 2025
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Omelets Net +1
“Food Quality: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The food at Pancake House is simply outstanding. Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious. The omelets are perfectly cooked, and the biscuits and gravy are a must-try. Each dish is prepared with care, ensuring a delightful culinary experience every time.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food Quality: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The food at Pancake House is simply outstanding. Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious. The omelets are perfectly cooked, and the biscuits and gravy are a must-try. Each dish is prepared with care, ensuring a delightful culinary experience every time.”August 2024
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Palabok Net +1
“The food was delicious, especially the Palabok and Batchoy, along with their famous pancakes.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was delicious, especially the Palabok and Batchoy, along with their famous pancakes.”December 2024
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Pan chicken Net +1
“Highly recommend the pan chicken and shrimp gambas”
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Review excerpts
“Highly recommend the pan chicken and shrimp gambas”March 2026
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Pancit luglug Net +1
“Pancit Luglug - tastes so good! I wish they make this more flavourful”
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Review excerpts
“Pancit Luglug - tastes so good! I wish they make this more flavourful”October 2024
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Pinanyahang manok Net +1
“Pinanyahang Manok - Quite surprising as they serve this dish. I usually see this in some fiestas and celebrations. Tastes so well and nothing special. It tastes like other version of it, it is just chicken with coconut milk and pineapple. (I’m not a fan of this though)”
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Review excerpts
“Pinanyahang Manok - Quite surprising as they serve this dish. I usually see this in some fiestas and celebrations. Tastes so well and nothing special. It tastes like other version of it, it is just chicken with coconut milk and pineapple. (I’m not a fan of this though)”October 2024
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Scrambled eggs Net +1
“I loved the scrambled eggs and the fried chicken.”
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Review excerpts
“I loved the scrambled eggs and the fried chicken.”March 2026
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Spaghetti with meat sauce Net +1
“The spaghetti with meat sauce was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the house special set was a true treat, offering a delicious variety of tastes that satisfied all my cravings.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The spaghetti with meat sauce was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the house special set was a true treat, offering a delicious variety of tastes that satisfied all my cravings.”June 2024
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Togue Net +1
“Also other foods were very good. Esp the togue.”
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Review excerpts
“Also other foods were very good. Esp the togue.”February 2026
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Waffles Net +1
“The waffles were soft, fluffy, and full of flavor.”
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“The waffles were soft, fluffy, and full of flavor.”February 2026
What to Avoid (6)
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Chicken peri-peri Net −1
“I ordered noon food, I was really looking forward to trying their chicken peri-peri, but I left extremely disappointed. First off, the chicken was dry and overcooked, almost like it had been reheated several times. There was nothing tender or juicy about it, which made it hard to enjoy. As for the peri-peri sauce, I’m not even sure what it was supposed to be. It lacked any real heat or flavor, more like a bland, watered-down version of what peri-peri is supposed to taste like. No spice, no kick—even the java rice or i don't what was called so oily. I definitely don't recommend that dish. Extremely horrible. And the end i threw it and waste of money..”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered noon food, I was really looking forward to trying their chicken peri-peri, but I left extremely disappointed. First off, the chicken was dry and overcooked, almost like it had been reheated several times. There was nothing tender or juicy about it, which made it hard to enjoy. As for the peri-peri sauce, I’m not even sure what it was supposed to be. It lacked any real heat or flavor, more like a bland, watered-down version of what peri-peri is supposed to taste like. No spice, no kick—even the java rice or i don't what was called so oily. I definitely don't recommend that dish. Extremely horrible. And the end i threw it and waste of money..”September 2024
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Fried fish Net −1
“Once it began there were plenty of food options to enjoy from chicken, beef, fried fish, soup, sweet treats, to mixed fruits. Everything tasted just the way we hoped for!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Once it began there were plenty of food options to enjoy from chicken, beef, fried fish, soup, sweet treats, to mixed fruits. Everything tasted just the way we hoped for!”October 2025
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Fried tilapia Net −1
“One small area for improvement: the fried tilapia some was slightly overcooked, which made it a bit tough to bite into.”
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Critical review excerpts
“One small area for improvement: the fried tilapia some was slightly overcooked, which made it a bit tough to bite into.”October 2025
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Garlic rice Net −1
“Garlic Rice - it is quite bland as I cannot taste the garlic itself.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Garlic Rice - it is quite bland as I cannot taste the garlic itself.”October 2024
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Ginataang bilo-bilo Net −1
“Ginataang Bilo-Bilo - It will attract you as it is colourful as you can see green, purple, and white glutinous rice balls, and orange sweet potato. The banana is quite soggy, which makes me avoid eating it. This supposed to have jackfruit and tapioca pearls, but I don’t mind. Level of sweetness wise, not too sweet, and not thin. The taste is giving meryenda/dessert.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ginataang Bilo-Bilo - It will attract you as it is colourful as you can see green, purple, and white glutinous rice balls, and orange sweet potato. The banana is quite soggy, which makes me avoid eating it. This supposed to have jackfruit and tapioca pearls, but I don’t mind. Level of sweetness wise, not too sweet, and not thin. The taste is giving meryenda/dessert.”October 2024
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Og chicken Net −1
“What started as a simple OG Chicken craving turned into a surprise brunch buffet situation and yes, it was totally worth it. One small hiccup: the buffet dishes weren’t heated, which made the signature chicken taste a little off. Hoping they fine-tune that, because everything else is on point. The place is clean, the staff is attentive, and the promos and menu variety? Chef’s kiss.”
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Critical review excerpts
“What started as a simple OG Chicken craving turned into a surprise brunch buffet situation and yes, it was totally worth it. One small hiccup: the buffet dishes weren’t heated, which made the signature chicken taste a little off. Hoping they fine-tune that, because everything else is on point. The place is clean, the staff is attentive, and the promos and menu variety? Chef’s kiss.”June 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Buffet Days. Confirm the schedule before going specifically for dinner buffet: one review says it is available only Friday through Sunday.
Avoid Rush. Visit outside peak Sunday brunch hours if possible; a review mentions a long Sunday morning wait.
Plan Parking. Allow extra time to find parking during busy periods, as spaces at the location can be limited.
Try Wednesday. Ask about the Wednesday Buy 1 Get 1 Free promotion on selected meals before ordering.
Consider Brunch. If you arrive for breakfast on Sunday, ask whether the brunch buffet is available; one diner discovered it this way.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha - Dubai
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Limited Parking
Parking can be difficult during busy hours, particularly because the restaurant is along a main road.
Slow Service
Some diners reported a long wait for food, including during an otherwise enjoyable dinner.
Loud Music
One dinner review found the music too loud, so the atmosphere may not suit guests seeking a quiet meal.
Buffet Heat
A brunch diner said the buffet dishes were not heated, which affected the signature chicken.
Peri-Peri Chicken
One diner found the chicken peri-peri dry and overcooked, with a bland sauce and oily rice.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 39
weekend brunch buffet
“We tried their weekend brunch buffet for only AED 39 and the lunch buffet at just AED 29, which is excellent value for money”Google review · February 2026
AED 29
lunch buffet
“We tried their weekend brunch buffet for only AED 39 and the lunch buffet at just AED 29, which is excellent value for money”Google review · February 2026
AED39
Brunch Buffet
“Was craving for some breakfast and was surprised that there was a Brunch Buffet offer for AED39 (1 drink included)”Google review · March 2026
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The Bottom Line
Pancake House Al Barsha is a Filipino restaurant that works for more than a pancake breakfast. You can order classic pancakes, Filipino comfort dishes such as Palabok, Batchoy and kare-kare, or try the notably popular tacos. Reviews also highlight fried chicken, Lomi and chicken tocino, so the menu suits diners who want a filling savoury meal as well as something sweet.
The biggest draw is value-led buffet dining. Reviews mention weekend brunch and lunch buffets, including a brunch at AED 39 and lunch at AED 29, while another diner found a brunch buffet with one drink for AED 39. The spread may not be huge, but one customer found it fulfilling; others praised the chicken dishes and variety.
Wednesday’s Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer on selected meals is worth checking before you order. The setting is generally cosy, warm and family-friendly, with reviews mentioning birthday celebrations. Service is repeatedly described as attentive and accommodating.
Plan around a few practical drawbacks: parking is limited at busy times, Sunday brunch can attract a long wait, and one guest found the music too loud. A separate review reported that some buffet dishes were not heated, so expectations may depend on timing.