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• Serving nostalgia since 1959: Millbrae Pancake House is a much-loved institution
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Even more big changes had to be made during the peak of the pandemic, turning Millbrae Pancake House into a to-go restaurant with a newly added drive-thru in the parking lot. In the face of adversity, the cohesion and passion of the family brought stability, lasting changes and the ability to adapt to almost any obstacle. No one knew how we actually were going to survive,” Burke said.

More-Berries-Than-Batter Blueberry Muffins

This unique, family-owned restaurant is widely known for its Swedish pancakes, with people from as far as Japan coming to try them. The pancakes are similar to French crepes and are topped with powdered sugar and homemade lingonberry butter — making it a noteworthy dish worth the wait. Patrons can even order a special meal like the Doggie Scramble to make sure their dogs get involved. While I wait for my garden fruit to ripen, I’ll be practicing pie-making with store-bought blueberries.

Serving nostalgia since 1959: Millbrae Pancake House is a much-loved institution

I’m hoping that by the time mine are ready I’ll be a bona fide (home) baker. I’m also keeping a couple of easy, back-up recipes handy, just in case I have extra berries. Good crust is my favorite part of eating pie, so it’s a key step to master as I set out on my baking journey. This recipe from Noelle Carter includes tips from local chefs and bakers, including Nicole Rucker of micro-bakery Fat & Flour. In the recipe, Carter provides guidance on how to choose the right fat for your crust, whether to use a metal, glass or ceramic pie dish and more. Watching them grow outside my window, I can’t help but daydream about what I’ll do with my eventual harvest.

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Previously, she was the senior West Coast editor at Thrillist, where she covered food, drink and travel across the California region. She grew up across San Diego and Riverside and has happily called Los Angeles home for more than 15 years. Sign up for Tasting Notes to get our restaurant experts’ insights and off-the-cuff takes on where they’re dining right now. As someone who is led by intuition in the kitchen, often measuring by eye and substituting ingredients on a whim, I sometimes find baking intimidating. It requires precision and even science — at the very least, a respect for how certain elements interact. The heart of the Millbrae Pancake House is its emphasis on family, consistency and never letting someone walk out hungry.

Pies seem especially difficult, requiring that you master several parts and successfully put them together. There’s the crust, the filling and optional flourishes such as latticed pastry tops. The more I thought about it, the more a pie seemed like the perfect vehicle for celebrating my eventual blueberry bounty. One year after planting, my garden is beginning to bear fruit. On two bushes, blueberries are darkening by the day, bending thin branches as they cluster and swell under the sun.

Become a baker with recipes for blueberry biscuits, muffins and pie

It is difficult to leave the restaurant without passing a smile. However, Burke emphasizes that, despite many changes, the restaurant upholds its promise to keep the family tradition going. While the pandemic closed many doors for them, it also opened many new ones. Takeout orders through online platforms introduced a broader market for the restaurant.

Millbrae Pancake House

It’d be easy to drop a handful in yogurt and granola or pancake batter for breakfast, but I find myself wanting to give the berries a more dramatic finish. All the top stories -- local news, local sports, lifestyle, opinions, obituaries, entertainment, plus regional/national/global info to keep you informed. Despite the imminent threat of shutting down, the pancake house remained positive, adapting quickly to implement changes and minimize loss. Because of its family-oriented business values, it kept as many employees as possible, thriving on the enthusiasm of staff members.

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The restaurant prides itself on maintaining a high level of customer service, offering quality food at a great value, and treating its staff members like family. Erin Burke, president, CEO and owner, revealed the wallpaper may be the only aspect that has changed in the 64 years the pancake house has been operating. For Burke, the interior of the Millbrae Pancake House is not what makes the establishment so special to her.

Wake up to our carefully curated list of headlines with the Daily Journal's daily newsletter. As you enter through an old-fashioned wooden door, you are greeted with the smiles of beanie babies and pictures of visiting celebrities. The sounds of forks hitting plates and happy families emanate through the air. Your nose catches the nostalgic scent of pancakes fresh off the stove. Danielle Dorsey is the assistant editor and writer of guides for the Food section.

She practically grew up there, learning the inner workings of the restaurant world at just 10 years old. Since 1959, Millbrae Pancake House has provided locals and visitors alike with a unique, sentimental experience. The interior has remained true to its original form — one reason why it remains a favorite for longtime customers like local Ken Hoeck. Would you like to receive our Marketing and Business Intelligence newsletter? The Daily Journal is proud to offer a newsletter providing vital information that will benefit your career, your business, and/or your organization.

All the latest and greatest local sports headlines straight to your inbox. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning, the Daily Journal will send you links to our best local sports stories. “When you walk in the door, and you see customers smiling, and you’re seeing a lot of your staff happy, it’s very rewarding. It’s like we are throwing a party seven days a week,” Burke said.