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There are a lot of places that now have the words "pancake house" in their name around the Quad Cities currently. Maybe I just hadn't been paying attention, maybe Google Maps helps make that reality easier to see. I'm betting on me just wasn't paying attention. At any rate, I felt the need to try one of these "pancake houses" and chose Jimmy's, as it is within a 5 minute drive of my home. I don't know what I expected upon walking into Jimmy's, but I can report that it's a good looking breakfast joint. There's counter seating to the right of the entrance, traditional booth and table seating for larger groups to the left, and a full view of the kitchen straight ahead. The walls are a light peachy color adorned upon which are pictures imitating windows looking out to what appears to be a tropical/coastal environment. Given the large world map near the entrance with a Greek flag prominently pinned upon it, I chose to interpret these vignettes as Mediterranean. The place was packed when I arrived - makes sense that there'd be a substantial Saturday morning breakfast crowd. Since it was available to me I took the counter seat right by the register. This allowed for a bit of relaxing people watching. Everyone coming in was pleasant - even with the 20-30 minute wait near constant the entire time. I opted for a hot black tea (the only tea available) and a Mexican skillet with scrambled eggs and sourdough toast. The eggs and toast were both great - light and fluffy with a textural contrast of the toast. I also enjoyed the skillet, but probably would order something else next time. The potatoes were cooked well and filling, but it was just a bit much for me in total. The chorizo, pepper jack cheese, and jalapenos added the necessary spicy and savory flavors I was craving that morning. The only thing a little off for me during my visit was the music playing. Not that I hate 90s pop or boy bands, but I suspect someone had a playlist of mostly NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys going for most of my visit. I was happy when this particular pseudo musical trend died and decidedly still don't prefer it, but it was playing at an appropriately quiet volume. As such, I'm not complaining...too much. I want to return sometime, but will probably choose a day not on the weekend - they were packed and constantly busy. Thanks for the great meal, Jimmy's!
Joe KopaczJoe Kopacz
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There are a lot of places that now have the words "pancake house" in their name around the Quad Cities currently. Maybe I just hadn't been paying attention, maybe Google Maps helps make that reality easier to see. I'm betting on me just wasn't paying attention. At any rate, I felt the need to try one of these "pancake houses" and chose Jimmy's, as it is within a 5 minute drive of my home. I don't know what I expected upon walking into Jimmy's, but I can report that it's a good looking breakfast joint. There's counter seating to the right of the entrance, traditional booth and table seating for larger groups to the left, and a full view of the kitchen straight ahead. The walls are a light peachy color adorned upon which are pictures imitating windows looking out to what appears to be a tropical/coastal environment. Given the large world map near the entrance with a Greek flag prominently pinned upon it, I chose to interpret these vignettes as Mediterranean. The place was packed when I arrived - makes sense that there'd be a substantial Saturday morning breakfast crowd. Since it was available to me I took the counter seat right by the register. This allowed for a bit of relaxing people watching. Everyone coming in was pleasant - even with the 20-30 minute wait near constant the entire time. I opted for a hot black tea (the only tea available) and a Mexican skillet with scrambled eggs and sourdough toast. The eggs and toast were both great - light and fluffy with a textural contrast of the toast. I also enjoyed the skillet, but probably would order something else next time. The potatoes were cooked well and filling, but it was just a bit much for me in total. The chorizo, pepper jack cheese, and jalapenos added the necessary spicy and savory flavors I was craving that morning. The only thing a little off for me during my visit was the music playing. Not that I hate 90s pop or boy bands, but I suspect someone had a playlist of mostly NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys going for most of my visit. I was happy when this particular pseudo musical trend died and decidedly still don't prefer it, but it was playing at an appropriately quiet volume. As such, I'm not complaining...too much. I want to return sometime, but will probably choose a day not on the weekend - they were packed and constantly busy. Thanks for the great meal, Jimmy's!
Joe KopaczJoe Kopacz
00
Nearby Attractions Of Jimmy's Pancake House
Family Museum
Middle Park
Cumberland Square
QC India Market
India Mart
Quad City Coin Co
The Landing Ice Rink
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop - Bettendorf, IA
Evergreen Art Works
Bettendorf Farmers Market

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Middle Park
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Basic Info
Address
2521 18th St, Bettendorf, IA 52722, United States
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Phone
+1 563-355-2799
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Website
jimmyspancakehouse.com
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Reviews
Overview
4.6
(885 reviews)
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Description
Homey, old-fashioned eatery supplying hearty breakfast classics, plus burgers & sandwiches.
attractions: Family Museum, Middle Park, Cumberland Square, QC India Market, India Mart, Quad City Coin Co, The Landing Ice Rink, American Cancer Society Discovery Shop - Bettendorf, IA, Evergreen Art Works, Bettendorf Farmers Market, restaurants: Azteca 3 Authentic Mexican Restaurant, Harris Pizza #5, Happy Joe's Pizza - Bettendorf, Baja Tacos and Shots, Food Lee, Los Amigos, Meatball's Sandwich Co., Harrington's Pub, Iconic Coffee + Energy, Herbalife - The Healthy Hub

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