Reno knows how to do breakfast right, and if you love pancakes, you’re in for a treat. From family-run diners to 24-hour casino cafés, the Biggest Little City is packed with spots flipping fluffy, golden stacks that tower over your plate. Whether you crave buttermilk classics, banana-walnut beauties, or seasonal pumpkin flapjacks, these twelve breakfast havens deliver the kind of pancake perfection that keeps locals coming back for more.
1. Peg’s Glorified Ham n Eggs (multiple Reno locations)
Since opening its doors in 1999, this local favorite has become a breakfast legend across Reno. With four locations scattered throughout the city, you’re never too far from a hearty morning meal. Peg’s menu covers all the classics, and pancakes—including their French-style pancakes—are a crowd favorite mentioned in countless reviews.
The portions are generous, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the service keeps people returning week after week. Families, solo diners, and groups of friends all find something to love here. If you’re hunting for a reliable stack that won’t disappoint, Peg’s delivers every single time with comfort and consistency you can count on.
2. Squeeze In (Las Brisas)
Most folks know Squeeze In for their legendary omelets, but their Jack Johnson Banana Walnut Pancakes steal the show for pancake lovers. Toasted walnuts are mixed right into the batter, giving every bite a satisfying crunch. On top, bananas get caramelized in a sweet honey-butter glaze that makes your taste buds sing…