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IHOP Guides

1 insider guide from real IHOP workers.

IHOP is a multinational pancake house restaurant chain. Like Denny's, it operates as a full-service diner with a massive, complex menu. Our guides break down the secrets of their pancake batter consistency, griddle temperature control, and high-volume breakfast service.

IHOP Pancake Batter: What's Actually In It

IHOP uses a proprietary batter mix that arrives in powdered form. Here is how the batter is prepped each morning and what gives their pancakes the flavor.