When it comes to breakfast food, two iconic American chains come to mind: IHOP and Waffle House. But which one offers better food, service and value for your money? Let’s find out.
Menu Selection
When it comes to variety, IHOP takes the lead with a vast menu of breakfast items, including pancakes, waffles, omelets, crepes, and more. They also offer lunch and dinner options such as burgers, salads, and sandwiches. Waffle House, on the other hand, has a smaller menu with a focus on Southern-style breakfast items like grits, hash browns, and of course, waffles. While both chains offer similar dishes, IHOP has a wider selection to choose from.
Ambience
Waffle House is known for its no-frills, retro diner vibe. It’s a place where you can sit at the counter and watch your food being cooked on the grill. The décor is simple, with bright yellow booths and a jukebox playing classic tunes. IHOP, on the other hand, has a more modern feel with updated décor and a brighter color scheme. The booths are roomier, and the atmosphere is generally more family-friendly.
Both IHOP and Waffle House are known for their friendly and attentive service. However, Waffle House is renowned for its quick service, with dishes often arriving at your table within minutes of ordering. IHOP, on the other hand, may take a bit longer to serve your food, but the wait is usually worth it for the high-quality dishes.
IHOP Bestsellers
Pancakes – No trip to IHOP is complete without trying their famous pancakes. They come in a variety of flavors, including buttermilk, blueberry, and chocolate chip. You can order them in stacks of two, three, or five, and they come served with butter and syrup.
French Toast – Another breakfast classic, IHOP’s French Toast is made with thick slices of bread dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla batter and then grilled to perfection. It’s served with butter and syrup, just like the pancakes.
Belgian Waffles – If you’re a fan of waffles, you’ll love IHOP’s Belgian Waffles. They’re crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and you can order them with toppings like strawberries and whipped cream.
Omelets – IHOP’s omelets are made with three eggs and come stuffed with a variety of fillings, including bacon, ham, cheese, and vegetables. They’re served with your choice of hash browns, toast, or pancakes.
Waffles – Just like IHOP, Waffle House is famous for their waffles. Their classic waffle is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and you can order it with toppings like strawberries, blueberries, or chocolate chips.
Hash Browns – Waffle House offers several different types of hash browns, including “scattered,” “smothered,” “covered,” and “chunked.” You can also order them “all the way,” which means they’re topped with cheese, onions, ham, and chili.
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich – This classic breakfast sandwich is a favorite at Waffle House. It’s made with crispy bacon, a fluffy egg, and melted cheese, all served on a buttery toasted bun.
Pecan Waffle – If you’re a fan of pecans, you’ll love Waffle House’s Pecan Waffle. It’s made with chopped pecans mixed into the batter and then topped with more pecans and whipped cream.
All-Star Breakfast – This breakfast platter is perfect for those who can’t decide what to order. It comes with two eggs cooked to order, bacon or sausage, hash browns, and a waffle or toast.
After all the info provided in this article, which restaurant would you go to?
Julia samples all of IHOP’s pancake menu items here:
