The Small-Town Diner Where Locals Catch Up Over Pancakes And Homestyle Cobbler
By Beth Price-Williams|Published September 27, 2023
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Small towns in Missouri are usually known for a few things – the friendliness of locals, a slower pace of life, and some of the best food anywhere. No matter what small town in Missouri we visit, we’re sure to discover a hidden gem or two. Like this delightful small-town diner in Kirksville, Missouri. Go hungry, though, because the portions are as generous as the food is delicious.
Journey through the darling small town of Kirksville, and you're sure to catch sight of the giant yellow sign that alerts you to Pancake City. Do yourself a favor, and stop in.
Even if you're not exactly hungry when you walk through the front door, your stomach will likely start churning at the aroma of the freshly cooked food - pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and pie.
If you're stopping by for breakfast, you might want to try the diner's namesake dish. Dig into a short stack of buttermilk, silver dollar, blueberry, or strawberry pancakes.
Pancake City bills itself as dishing up "huge breakfasts," and it's true to its word.
A long list of breakfast classics - country-fried steak, breakfast burritos, and omelets - fill the morning menu. You can't go wrong with the classic biscuits and gravy either.
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Pancake City warrants more than one visit, especially if you want to sample its many dishes. Start your midday meal with a fresh salad or...
Just like with breakfast, you'll have a slew of classics from which to choose. Burgers, country-fried steak, and chicken tenders are just a few tasty options.
Have you been to this small-town restaurant in Kirksville, Missouri? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! While you’re in town, how about going treasure hunting? Stop by Hidden Treasures, a three-story thrift shop in Kirksville, Missouri.
Turn that day trip to Kirksville into an overnight adventure by staying at a charming Vrbo.
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