At Grumpy’s Cafe, the blueberry pancakes are made with a buttermilk-style batter studded with whole blueberries and cooked until they develop a light golden surface. The distinguishing touch here is the use of plentiful berries that burst as they cook, often complemented by real maple syrup and simple toppings that let the fruit flavor lead. The texture leans fluffy rather than dense, with enough structure that the stack holds up well to syrup without turning heavy. Feedback on the café’s menu calls out both blueberry and chocolate chip pancakes as satisfying choices for a hearty brunch.[27]