Readers can view the full article on the Chicago Tribune website here:
👉 https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/12/letter-orland-parks-original-pancake-house-evokes-memories-of-moms-kitchen/
The Original Pancake House was recently featured in the Chicago Tribune in a reader-submitted letter highlighting a personal and meaningful dining experience.
The article reflects on how a visit to The Original Pancake House brought back memories of home-cooked breakfasts and time spent in the kitchen with family. It speaks to the comfort, familiarity, and care that continue to define the OPH experience for generations of guests.
We are grateful when our restaurants become part of meaningful moments and everyday traditions for our guests. Being mentioned in a publication like the Chicago Tribune is a reminder of the lasting role local restaurants play in their communities.





