The Harrie’s Pancakes Story
The world’s first Harrie’s Pancakes was established in 1986. Located in the picturesque town of Graskop Mpumalanga in South Africa, this charming local eatery quickly developed a stellar reputation for deliciously comforting pancakes.
That first shop enjoyed an idyllic location on the world-famous Panoramic Route in the east of the country. Thanks to Harrie – the founder of this iconic eatery – the location became a must-visit destination for foodies heading to South Africa’s Lowveld for vacations.
The Founder
The man who gave his name to this South African culinary institution is known for his love of perfectly crafted pancakes – similar to French crepes. Harrie Siertsema founded several successful restaurants in his native South Africa over the years. His philosophy is rooted in his love of authentic South African flavors and ingredients. And it’s this authenticity that still sets Harrie’s apart from other pancake and crepe restaurants in Dubai.
Harrie is also known for using his passion for art to create truly unique dining experiences. A keen contemporary art enthusiast, Harrie loves to give talented, up-and-coming South African artists the opportunity to showcase their talents.
Pancakes
Harrie received the origional pancake Recipe from an old Lady living in the town Graskop Mpumalanga South Africa. He set to work and experimented and adjusted the recipe till he achieved the perfect texture, thickness, and flavour. Using this special recipe Harrie built a legacy of exceptional pancakes, enjoyed by multiple generations of holiday makers and Pancake Lovers.
The Art
Enjoy an Authentic Taste of South Africa in the UAE
We now welcome you to our UAE location in all 12 official languages of South Africa – and now Marhaba. All are welcome at Harrie’s Pancakes, and we look forward to serving you the perfect combination of South African flavors, culture, art, and service.
You might say that many of Harrie’s restaurants over the years have been art galleries that serve delicious food. This iconic restaurateur has always used his eateries to showcase the works of exceptional artists from across the African continent.
Over the years, Harrie’s establishments have hosted more than 100 exhibitions in South Africa alone. In fact, some of the country’s most successful artists got their big break at one of Harrie’s illustrious eateries.
