Searching for a reliable lunch or dinner spot in Oberhausen? Our family recently dined at Pfannkuchenhaus CentrO, offering an extensive pancake menu alongside hearty schnitzels. Discover our firsthand experience at this unique restaurant.
Following our enjoyable visit to Sea Life Oberhausen a few weeks earlier—despite a minor setback with a migraine and extra travel time—we explored CentrO's expanded boulevard. This vibrant area now features numerous restaurants, cafes, and lunch spots, plus family attractions like Sea Life, Legoland Discovery Centre, and a expansive water park that impresses online.
The massive shopping center boasts over 160 stores, from everyday essentials at DM to luxury brands like Armani Jeans. It's perfect for a full day of shopping or browsing. We popped into DM briefly but plan a deeper shop next time.
Post-Sea Life, hunger struck. While I favored a traditional restaurant, our three teenagers chose pancakes. Thankfully, the menu extended to satisfying mains like schnitzels, ensuring everyone was pleased.
Located on the bustling boulevard amid Greek eateries and more, Pfannkuchenhaus offers indoor and outdoor seating, with upstairs and downstairs options. Upstairs provides views over the dining area but feels snug, requiring some maneuvering for service at certain tables.
The wooden staircase adds rustic charm, and the Dutch-inspired decor mostly succeeds—though some explicit wall posters may prompt questions from young children.
A notable caveat: the ladies' restroom features a vending machine with adult toys like vibrators. This felt highly inappropriate for a family-oriented pancake house. Families with young kids, take note to avoid awkward moments.
My daughter enjoyed a Nutella pancake, her boyfriend opted for rhubarb-strawberry compote, while my son, husband, and I selected schnitzels. The pancake toppings are vast, catering to sweet and savory preferences alike.
Schnitzels come with customizable sides like fries or rösti, plus sauces and add-ons. All dishes pair with a generous salad bar—essential for hearty teen appetites.
Service was prompt, food flavorful and solid (not gourmet, but reliably good), and prices fair. The salad bar ensured satisfaction, fueling our post-meal stroll through CentrO's shops.
Pfannkuchenhaus
Centro Promenade 17
46047 Oberhausen
Phone: 0049 – (0) 208 – 6944441
Website: Pfannkuchenhaus
Opening Hours:
Saturday to Thursday: 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
Friday and Saturday: 11:30 am – midnight
