Pamela's P&G Diner
Diner and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Strip District, Pittsburgh
The pancakes at Pamela's P&G Diner is a can't miss
"You must try the crêpe hotcakes and the lyonnaise potatoes."(5 Tips)
"Outstanding corn beef hash and out of this world pancakes..."(25 Tips)
"Best corned beef hash ever!"(4 Tips)
"Tex-mex omelette is excellent and filling."(13 Tips)
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AerieFebruary 22, 2012The ultimate breakfast spot in Pittsburgh. Make sure to check out their hotcakes (a favorite of President Obama). Also, remember to get there early and bring cash.- Mandy, Marketing Coordinator
JenKuduJune 6, 2013We travel and eat a lot! local family insisted we go here for bfast. The strawberry hot cakes are incredible! Lyonnaise potatoes I could eat daily, as I think they are seasoned with magic :)
KapilJuly 23, 2018Awesome place for a sumptuous brunch, and worth the wait to be seated. Had a Tex-Mex omelette, which I enjoyed (see photo) ...And bring cash - no credit cards accepted.
Jen CunninghamAugust 17, 2018The croissant French toast and corned beef and Swiss omelette are delicious! Look for a piece of paper to sign your name and party number, so you have a place in line (no host). Cash only. Worth it.
NathanDecember 30, 2021Credit cards are accepted now. They have fancy modern handheld machines and everything!
Scott KleinbergDecember 17, 2015Pamela's is the best breakfast I've had in any city. Banana chocolate chip hotcakes are unbeatable.- Justin ScotchMarch 16, 2017the best breakfast place in the burgh. i love their pancakes and they alsp have turkey products everything is not pork.
Andy FangSeptember 16, 2016Everything is good here! They are known for their crepe-style pancakes with the crunchy edges, very good! I like to order as a team & share- John SandersNovember 29, 2016The pancakes and omelettes are so good! Definitely some of the best I've had in the city, hands down.
EleniSeptember 16, 2013I dream about these pancakes... stop here every time I make it back to town. So good, and made with lots of love!
Jason LasherJuly 15, 2015The pancakes and omelets are amazing!! Sat outside and enjoyed the weather as we ate!
Eric ShineJune 28, 20171950's themed, well priced, large portion classic American breakfast spot! Cash only.
Julie StoopsAugust 24, 2015Amazing crepe pancakes. No matter how you get them or what you get on them, you can't go wrong.- Claire DavidMarch 30, 2017Best breakfast Ive had outside of my house. I always add cheese to my homefries but they are great without it.
- carly jonesApril 4, 2017great breakfast place. very busy and crowded but worth the wait for those pancakes.
Daniel La FeirOctober 4, 2017Breakfast is spot on. Home-cooked food, fast. Keep in mind this place is CASH ONLY.
Travis TindellSeptember 20, 2017Crepe-style pancakes are amazing! Expect a wait just about all the time. Coffee wasn't half bad either.
Omar GutiérrezMarch 7, 2020hotcakes are delicious! Crispy but not dry. Also veggie omelet was perfectly cooked.- Liv BresnahanSeptember 4, 2014The specialty strawberry pancakes are amazing! I put whip cream in the center instead of sour cream.
Michael DonahoeMay 21, 2014Great food, good portions. Reasonably priced. Only take cash. Usually long wait. Cramped seating.
L.FellFebruary 6, 2013Love the old dinner feel! Must do in Pittsburgh, authentic and reasonable prices and good food.
Liz Caselli-MechaelDecember 3, 2017Trying the hot cakes is an essential experience. Cash only and you pay up front
Alberto GamarraJuly 13, 2013We waited longer than it took us to scarf down this amazing breakfast! Mmmmmmmm!
LeleJune 27, 2012A must stop in Pittsburgh! Obama likes Pamela's - can't go wrong with hot cakes. Cash only. Cheap.
WyngspanJanuary 27, 2014Been serving Pittsburgh breakfast since 1980. Best place for a quick and cheap breakfast. http://bit.ly/1fci2XK
Danae VerhasseltMarch 9, 2012Great service! The staff is friendly and the food is great! Just know that this is a CASH only Diner!
Painting with a TwistJuly 2, 2013Fantastic Breakfast. Love the potatoes. We wish we had one in Robinson. Maybe they can deliver ;)- Devin PetersonNovember 2, 2016They say it's the #1 ranked breakfast place in the city.. and believe me when I say they are NOT lying!!
Ginger AndrewsOctober 29, 2011Morning after w ham and upgrade to the strawberry crepes. Enough for two!! Plus a side of potatoes!!
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THE BEST BREAKFAST IN PITTSBURGH...
Since 1980 we've been serving the best breakfast in Pittsburgh.
Closed until 7:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
(412) 281-6366
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