So, I decided to give the Original Pancake House in Spokane a whirl the other day. You know, the place that claims to be the OG of pancakes? Well, let me tell you, it was an experience I won't soon forget. And not in the best way.

First off, I love to order Denver omelets, expecting, you know, a Denver omelet on the menu. Nope, a sausage an jack cheese omelet was the choice of the morning. However, what I got was more akin to a quiche. Seriously, it was like they took a pie crust, filled it with eggs and no veggies, and called it a day. Now, I'm not a picky eater, but there's a difference between an fried omelet and a baked quiche.

But the real kicker was the ambiance. Picture this: it's a sweltering 100-degree morning, and I'm greeted by the hostess, who cheerfully informs me that it's "feels so nice and cool by the stand." Now, I don't know about you, but when I think "cool," I don't envision sweat dripping down my back as I sip on scalding hot coffee. I felt like I was in a sauna, except with the added bonus of having a table full of breakfast food you are too hot to eat.

And speaking of the staff, they were all looking a little worse for wear. I'm talking flushed faces, beads of sweat forming on their foreheads... it was like they were all about to drop from heat stroke. I half expected them to collapse onto the table next to mine, muttering something about "a water hole in the desert."

In all fairness, the rest of the menu was pretty solid. The pancakes were fluffy and looked flavorful, and the bacon was crispy and delicious. If the air conditioning had been working, I could easily see myself becoming a regular. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the service was friendly and attentive (despite the staff's obvious discomfort).

But alas, the lack of a functioning HVAC system was a deal breaker. I simply couldn't enjoy my meal while sweating through my clothes and watching the staff slowly melt before my eyes. So, if you're planning a visit to the Original Pancake House, I'd recommend waiting until they fix the A/C. Otherwise, you might end up feeling like you just went through a hot yoga class instead of enjoying a leisurely breakfast.