Welcome to Cedarburg!
PJ Piper Pancake House is a quaint diner within walking distance to local shops, hotels, cafes, breweries, and more. Our building was originally a home in the early 20th century which creates the warm and cozy atmosphere. Keep your eye out for the bright purple awning!
The journey began in 1963 when Judi’s Father opened Peter Piper Pancake House in Milwaukee, WI which led to a chain of 14 restaurants. Judi, coming from an Italian family, worked in her family's restaurants since she took her first steps and in 1983 she opened her own Peter Piper Pancake House in Port Washington. Emmanuel was raised on his family farm on the Greek island of Crete. In 1988, at 23 years old, he arrived in Wisconsin and began his restaurant career. Both come from cultures that value gathering around the table, family, and hospitality.
In July 2001 Emmanuel and Judi opened their first restaurant together, Judi's Place, in Sheboygan County. This led them to opening Breaking Bread Banquet Hall also located in Sheboygan County in 2007. Then in 2011, they opened their newest restaurant in Cedarburg and in the spirit of the original franchise and in remembrance of Judi’s father, Peter John Maculan, they aptly named it PJ Piper Pancake House. Today the family legacy continues as Judi runs the family businesses with the help of her three daughters- Despina, Eirini, and Cali.
