From fun filled pancakes at Love Lily in Roker to clean eating pancakes in Seaham, we’ve rounded up some of the best places in the area where you can enjoy the dish.
1. 808 Bar & Kitchen, St Thomas Street, city centre
This city centre bar and restaurant takes Pancake Day to new levels with a special menu dedicated to the day featuring options such as Nutella and Strawberries (pictured) Terry's Chocolate Orange, Mars Bar and Drumstick Squashies. Reservations recommended. Photo: Submitted
2. Port of Call, Park Lane, Sunderland
Head to Port of Call on Pancake Day from 11.30am to 8pm for all things pancake, with options such as Butterscotch, Eton Mess and Nutella. They're using both floors to meet demand. Reservations recommended as tables fill up quick. Photo: Submitted
3. Clean Bean, North Terrace, Seaham
Award-winning clean-eating bar and restaurant Clean Bean offers healthier pancakes and is ideal for people with dietary requirements. You can pick up either sweet or savoury pancakes on its breakfast menu. Photo: JPI Media
4. Holmeside Coffee, Museum & Winter Gardens
For pancakes and a good cup of coffee head to Holmeside Coffee within Museum & Winter Gardens. They'll be serving American sourdough pancakes, including baked peaches and cream; rocket and honey drizzle gorgonzola and rhubarb compote and vanilla creme fraiche. They'll be available 10am to 2pm and 4pm to 8pm. Evening bookings recommended. Photo: JPI Media