Tomorrow, on March 7, pancake lovers will gather in line at IHOPs all around the world for National Pancake Day, where guests will receive a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes. All IHOP asks is that patrons make a donation of any size to help children who are battling critical illnesses. Since its launch in 2006, National Pancake Day has helped IHOP and its franchisees raise $24 million to help children in need.
Although it’s tough to find places in New York City serving pancakes on a Tuesday (meaning some powerhouse pancakes didn’t make this list, including Shopsin’s mac and cheese pancakes and Stanton Social’s Oreo ones), we compiled a list of places to indulge tomorrow in celebration of the holiday.
From creative concoctions like Lucky Charm pancakes to traditional buttermilk, there’s something on this list for all breakfast lovers. If you don’t go to IHOP, consider donating directly one of their charitable partners, because nothing is as sweet as pancakes mixed with philanthropy. If you can’t pick just one restaurant to satisfy your craving, that’s okay. We won’t blame you if you only eat pancakes for the next week after seeing this list.