Restaurant

The Pancake Parlour Melbourne Central

Level 3, La Trobe St &, Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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Find The Pancake Parlour Melbourne Central

Level 3, La Trobe St &, Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Pancake Parlour Melbourne Central

Tucked on Level 3 of Melbourne Central, this nostalgic institution delivers massive stacks of fluffy, golden hotcakes in an Alice in Wonderland setting. Forget minimalist cafés—here, breakfast leans into pure decadence, serving rich scoops of ice cream alongside crisp rashers of bacon and whipped butter. Regulars swear by the sticky date pancakes, Tim Tam towers, and savoury spinach and feta crêpes, while the kitchen accommodates coeliacs with careful grill prep. Long-standing staff like Deb keep the cavernous booths buzzing, steering diners through late-night cravings or rowdy group brunches. When the winter chill drops Melbourne temperatures below 10°C, savvy locals head upstairs to catch their 50% discount on the seasonal menu.

  • Whimsical Atmosphere: Features whimsical, Alice in Wonderland-inspired booth seating with colouring sheets for families and large parties.
  • Sweet & Savory Menu: Serves fluffy hotcakes, Tim Tam stacks, and sticky date plates alongside savoury bacon and cheese crêpes.
  • Warm Hospitality: Warm, attentive floor staff like Deb earn consistent praise for patient and accommodating hospitality.
  • Dietary Flexibility: Kitchen takes dietary needs seriously, offering protein options, vegan adaptations, and dedicated gluten-free preparation.
  • Weather-Triggered Deals: Unlocks a 50% discount on the winter menu whenever Melbourne temperatures drop below 10°C.

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Why Choose The Pancake Parlour Melbourne Central

Fluffy sweet and savoury stacks, spacious seating, and accommodating parlor hospitality in Melbourne Central.

  • Customisable Sweet and Savoury Pancake Stacks

    Guests craving sweet or savoury breakfast staples can tailor stacks with toppings, whipped butter, and table syrup, alongside dietary selections such as gluten-free or protein pancakes.

    plenty of options, fully customisable pancakes

    Juliana Tio
  • Temperature-Triggered Seasonal Winter Savings

    Seasonal cold-weather offers deliver substantial discounts across designated winter menu dishes when outdoor temperatures drop.

    Wanted to try their 50% off when temperature drops below 10 C offer and true to their word it was there. It’s 50% off anything in the winter menu.

    Sandy Dulsisi
  • Reassurance and Care for Dietary Needs

    Coeliac diners and those with dietary restrictions receive dedicated kitchen care to minimize cross-contamination risks when dining out.

    they went out of their way to clean the grill and kitchen, helped me pick something great and went above and beyond!

    claire whitney
  • Nostalgic Comfort and Familiar Traditions

    Diners reconnect with comforting memories and childhood rituals through enduring signature pancake and crepe dishes.

    Forever love pancake parlor, ever since I was a kid.

    Deezmo
  • Spacious Group Booths in Melbourne Central

    The dining room accommodates large parties and casual group visits with spacious booths and tables situated centrally on Level 3 of Melbourne Central.

    Spacious restaurant with booth, and table seating. You have a large party? No problem. They got a table so that will accommodate or more.

    Xbox User
  • Relaxed Setting with Activities for All Ages

    Families and social groups can linger comfortably in a whimsical interior supplied with coloring sheets and menu puzzles to keep younger guests entertained.

    me and my friends came in for a cozy place to sit and chat a few days ago and they didn’t tell us off like some places would, instead they gave us colouring in sheets and crayons

    Chloe !

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable accommodations that elevate your visit

  • Meticulous Coeliac & Allergy Care

    Kitchen staff go out of their way to thoroughly clean the grill and prep stations for coeliac diners, proactively discussing cross-contamination risks and tailoring safe options.

  • Tabletop Puzzles & Colouring Keepsakes

    Guests dropping in to chat or relaxing with young children are provided with crayons, colouring sheets, and kids' menu crossword puzzles to keep everyone entertained.

  • Attentive Recipe Adaptations

    Table service features thoughtful customizations—such as suggesting crushed pistachios when walnuts are out or tailoring protein pancake stacks to taste.

  • Sub-10°C Winter Temperature Treats

    During chilly weather drops below 10°C, the venue automatically unlocks a 50% discount across winter parlour menu favourites like Tim Tam pancakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check App Discounts with Staff

The mobile ordering app can make seasonal discounts easy to overlook; ask staff directly if you have trouble accessing member or temperature-triggered offers.

Notify Staff for Coeliac Prep

Staff take coeliac needs and cross-contamination risks seriously by cleaning the kitchen and grill, making it easy to order customized gluten-free stacks safely.

Ask for Activities in Family Booths

When visiting with kids or friends to unwind, take advantage of the spacious parlor booths and ask for complimentary coloring sheets and puzzles.

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