Elmer’s Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Elmer’s Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is a family dining restaurant group with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest. The company began in 1960 as a single pancake house in Portland, Oregon, founded on the idea of serving classic American comfort food with a focus on breakfast. Over time, Elmer’s became known for its buttermilk pancakes and made-from-scratch breakfasts, building a reputation for quality and a welcoming atmosphere.

As of November 2025, Elmer’s operates 25 locations across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. The brand has maintained a steady pace of growth in recent years, with a particular emphasis on the Oregon market. Notably, Elmer’s marked its return to Bend in November 2025, reopening in a market it had previously exited. This move reflects the company’s approach to expansion, which balances new construction with the conversion of former restaurant sites. Elmer’s tends to select established retail corridors and areas experiencing residential growth, often targeting suburban and secondary markets.

During the past five years, Elmer’s has continued to evolve while staying true to its original concept. The company has invested in both new builds and renovations, updating existing locations to meet current standards and community expectations. Its single full-service format appeals to a broad customer base, from families to seniors, and each restaurant emphasizes a sense of local ownership and community connection.

Elmer’s is privately held under Elmer’s Restaurants, Inc. and operates with an active franchise program. The company’s measured expansion, regional brand strength, and willingness to revitalize second-generation restaurant spaces make it a recognizable and credible operator in the Pacific Northwest’s retail landscape.