This is the eight article in a series about businesses and services in Dalaran, most which can be visited on Tuesday evenings during the weekly Dalaran night market.
As part of this The Lion's Roar has also employed a mystery shopper who has visited the shops, and their comments will be at the bottom of this article.
Dalaran – Nestled within the bustling streets of Dalaran, Foxhound Pancake and Waffles has become a beloved fixture for citizens and travellers alike. This charming establishment, co-owned by Sir Jack Skinner and his vulpera partner, Joelyn, is celebrated for its extensive and innovative range of pancake and waffle offerings.
On a recent evening, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jack Skinner to discuss the origins and success of his delightful eatery.
"Official title is Sir Jack Skinner, but Jack suits me fine," he said with a sly smirk. As we sipped our coffees, Jack shared the story of how Foxhound came to be.
"I made pancakes for a while at the Scarlet Raven in Duskwood. After a Winter Veil party where I served pancakes, my very good friend Bertel suggested I make a job out of this. I was recently retired from my old job and thought, 'Yeah, why not?'"
Foxhound Pancake and Waffles has been serving Dalaran for about five or six years now, making it one of the city's longest-running establishments. When asked about the secret to his success, Jack modestly replied,
"I dunno really. Maybe our huge range of toppings. I mean, you've seen the list; it's constantly getting updated. Plus, we try to cater for as many people as possible."
Indeed, the menu is a testament to their creativity, featuring both savoury and sweet options.
"Sometimes even together, if that's what the customer wants," Jack added with a chuckle.
Their offerings have expanded beyond just pancakes.
"Waffles was a request from customers, so we branched out," Jack explained. This flexibility and willingness to innovate is evident in their unique creations, such as the waffle and pancake sandwich. When asked about the age-old pancake vs. waffle debate, Jack laughed,
"I didn't even know that was a thing!"
Foxhound operates every other Tuesday in Dalaran, and can also be found at the Booty Bay market on the first Wednesday of the month, as well as the Tasty Games Tavern on the last Saturday of each month.
"We can cater events too, if we have staff available," Jack mentioned, noting their commitment to bringing their delicious creations to a wider audience.
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The gaming café collaboration with Dustcloud and Rainblossom Brewhouse has been particularly successful.
"Jack Silver's a fantastic dedicated host, and we love working with all the team," Jack said with a smile.
As our conversation drew to a close, Jack emphasized the team effort behind Foxhound's success.
"My whole Foxhound team has been stellar in their duties for the shop. We love all our customers, our regulars, and our friends. And the orphans appreciate all the leftover food," he added with a warm smile.
For those eager to try something new, Foxhound has recently updated their menu and will continue to innovate and delight their customers.
"At the moment we're focusing on the gaming tavern, making that a success. But I'm always coming up with something new," Jack teased.
With a new menu in hand and a satisfied palate, I left Foxhound Pancake and Waffles feeling both inspired and well-fed.
Foxhound Pancake and Waffles
Products on offer:
Foxhound Pancakes and Waffles needs little introduction to any regular Dalaran shopper. Their waffles and pancakes are renowned and the choices of toppings on offer is as broad as it is high quality. Despite this, some patrons have complained that prices are too high
Quality of service:
Foxhound Pancakes and Waffles always offer quality service with a smile, the food is always fast and there are usually multiple chefs on hand if things get busy. Unlike some shops they usually have someone to take your order, and someone to cook it, which speeds up service in busy times, and always leads to a nice chat about local topics or hot deals at the market.
Be sure to visit them on their next open Tuesday or at one of their market stalls to experience the magic for yourself. And remember, in the heart of Dalaran, there's always a place where pancakes and waffles reign supreme.