Everybody Loves Pancakes

Walk-ins only · No reservations
Location Nieuwe Markt 9 Groningen
Open today -
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2 friends,
1 fluffy idea

It started with two friends, an idea, and the belief that Groningen deserved a place where breakfast gets to be a moment. And so Blue Bananas was born: a pancake café at Nieuwe Markt 9 where fluffy stacks, great coffee and a laidback vibe come together.

Seven days a week, mornings into afternoons. Breakfast as if it's lunch, brunch because we can. No reservations, no airs. First come, first served.

Wouter and Niek, the Blue Bananas founders BB Pancake Café roundel mounted on the brick wall Maple syrup poured over a fresh pancake stack The BLUEBANANAS facade sign on the brick wall Biscoff pancake stack with marshmallow and cookies

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Wow,
so good!

★★★★★

"A must-visit if you're in Groningen. We've been coming regularly for over a year and it never disappoints. The pancakes are incredibly tasty and super filling, and the staff still recognises us after months, so lovely."

Google Review
★★★★★

"Falls into the category of 'cafés you have to visit at least once'. Fast, friendly service, the price-to-quality ratio is on point and every detail is dialled in, even the bathroom is pink. The Big Bun is a must-try."

Google Review
★★★★★

"The best pancakes I've had in the Netherlands. Lots of choice, including gluten-free and vegan, and you can fully customise them. Some wait on weekends, but it's more than worth it."

Google Review

★ 4.7 on Google · 1,000+ reviews · #5 out of 391 restaurants in Groningen on Tripadvisor

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Opening hours

  • Monday09:00, 15:30
  • Tuesday09:00, 15:30
  • Wednesday09:00, 15:30
  • Thursday09:00, 15:30
  • Friday09:00, 15:30
  • Saturday08:30, 15:30
  • Sunday08:30, 15:30

Reservations?

No reservations, we run on walk-ins. Just stop by, and if it's busy we'll wait together for a free table.

FAQ

We don't do reservations, everybody is welcome. Full house? Then we wait together until a spot opens up!
Absolutely! We have vegan and gluten-free options. We can't make every dish fully allergen-free though, ask one of our staff what's possible.
Of course! We're here for everyone. We don't have a play corner, but a changing table and a colouring page with pencils are always available. Plus the restaurant itself is a feast for the (little) eye, plenty to entertain.
Takeaway is fine, delivery runs via Thuisbezorgd.
Whether you're with 2, 6 or 20 people, we really don't do reservations. It just doesn't work for us, and we genuinely wish we could. If you want to rent the whole restaurant or something along those lines, send us a message any time!
Yes, snapbacks, shirts and tote bags, available in the café. Ask our team about the current collection.
Cash, card, Amex, Visa, Mastercard… all of it!
By car you can easily park under the Forum garage, that's basically right at our front door.

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