IHOP has launched several new menu items to appeal both to guests who are looking for more indulgent items as well as lighter ones, and also has removed high-fructose corn syrup from its famous pancake syrups.
Chief marketing officer Kieran Donahue said the new dishes were the result of research they started more than a year ago.
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“With the pandemic and off-premise and so many things changing, we thought it was really important to do comprehensive research. In fact it’s the most comprehensive we’ve ever done,” she said.
They found that the most important aspects of food to IHOP customers was quality first, followed by affordability. They also were looking for what Donahue called “two sides of craving:” Indulgent items, but also items that fit a wider variety of diets.
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IHOP customers also are looking for customization and choice.
The new items are:
Thick ‘N Fluffy French Toast: An improved version now made with fluffy challah bread dipped in a new vanilla cinnamon batter. It’s available topped with whipped butter and powdered sugar; with glazed strawberries, banana slices and powdered sugar; or with lemon ricotta, mixed berry compote and powdered sugar.
Berry Compote: Donahue said the compote is also new to the menu, made from blueberries, raspberries and blackberries that they bought, cooked and stored in anticipation of reduced availability as the weather cools.
The compote is also available on IHOP’s crêpes and pancakes.
Plant-based sausage: Made for IHOP by Sweet Earth Enlightened Foods, they’re available in a new Plant-Based Sausage Power Combo that includes two plant-based sausage patties, scrambled egg whites, seasonal fruit and choice of two protein pancakes or multigrain toast.
Classic Avocado Toast: Grilled multigrain toast topped with avocado slices and roasted cherry tomatoes that can be customized with an egg or choice of breakfast meat
Egg white options: IHOP has expanded its egg white options to itsomelettes and breakfast combos
New dinner side dishes: Steamed broccoli, yellow & green beans, loaded mashed potatoes, and bacon mac & cheese
All-Natural Salmon: A six-ounce grilled Atlantic salmon fillet served with choices of accompaniments including the new side dishes
Sirloin Salisbury Steak: Chopped sirloin steak with freshly sautéed mushrooms and onions and beef gravy.
Jalapeño & Cheese Bites: Six breaded and fried croquettes of cheddar cheese and jalapeño peppers served with buttermilk ranch dressing for dipping.
Chicken Quesadilla: Diced grilled chicken breast, roasted poblano and red bell peppers, and melted cheddar and Jack cheeses in a grilled tortilla, served with salsa, pickled jalapeño peppers, and sour cream.
Donahue said the process of removing high-fructose corn syrup from its pancake syrup took several years, but now “you can’t tell the difference,” she said.
IHOP, a family-dining concept based in Glendale, Calif., is a subsidiary of Dine Brands Global. As of March 31, 2022, there were 1,751 IHOP restaurants around the world
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Correction: October 10, 2022
This article has been corrected to reflect that high-fructose corn syrup has only been removed from IHOP's pancake syrups and that egg white options are not new but have been expanded.
FAQs
IHOP has launched several new menu items to appeal both to guests who are looking for more indulgent items as well as lighter ones, and also has removed high-fructose corn syrup from its famous pancake syrups.
Does IHOP have Salisbury steak? ›
Try our new Sirloin Salisbury Steak or All-Natural Salmon with delicious sides like Garlic Broccoli, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, or Bacon Mac & Cheese.
Do IHOP serve salmon? ›
All day menu features all-natural Atlantic salmon, plant-based sausage, and sirloin Salisbury steak. IHOP is introducing a new all-day menu that meets its guests' two sides of cravings, both light and indulgent. On the lighter side of craving, the menu will expand to include Plant-Based Sausage and Avocado Toast.
Is IHOP salmon farm raised? ›
All-Natural Grilled Salmon. Farm-Raised Atlantic, Hand Seasoned & Grilled to Perfection. #IHOPBrampton #ihop #grilledsalmon...
What was IHOP used to be called? ›
Company is publicly traded under the name International House of Pancakes. Company adopts the name International Industries after it acquires numerous franchised brands, which it controls throughout the 60s.
How long is the if menu at IHOP? ›
Through this collaboration, seven imaginative new items, including Blue's Dazzleberry Pancakes, will bring the joy of IF's world to IHOP guests at participating restaurants nationwide now through June 16.
Did the IHOP logo change? ›
In June 2015, IHOP changed its logo for the first time in 21 years, with a logo containing a curve under the 1994 wordmark resembling a smile (the "O" and "P" are the eyes while the half of the "P" serves as the nose).
What kind of meat is Salisbury steak made of? ›
What Kind of Meat Is Salisbury Steak Made Of? Like we said, Salisbury steak isn't really steak at all—it's made from ground beef. You can think of it sort of like a hamburger patty without the bun, or like a pan-fried single-serving meatloaf, or, think of it as rather meatball-like.
What is another name for Salisbury steak? ›
Salisbury steak is a dish originating in the United States and made from a blend of ground beef and other ingredients, being considered a version of Hamburg steak.
Where do most restaurants get their salmon from? ›
“Two-thirds of the U.S.'s salmon comes from farms and the majority of those farms are in Chile, Norway and Canada.”
Farmed salmon has a lot of health benefits. The fish also tend to be larger than wild salmon and occasionally provide more omega-3s. However, because of environmental and dietary differences, farmed salmon may contain more potentially harmful contaminants than wild salmon.
How to tell if salmon is wild-caught or farmed? ›
It's the right color. Farmed salmon is lighter and more pink in color, while wild has a deeper reddish-orange hue. Farmed fish will also a lot more fatty marbling in its flesh (those wavy white lines) since they aren't fighting against upstream currents like wild ones.
Is IHOP owned by Walmart? ›
International House of Pancakes, LLC is a subsidiary of Dine Brands Global, which is publicly traded (NYSE: DIN).
Is IHOP owned by Mcdonalds? ›
It is owned by Dine Brands—a company formed after IHOP's purchase of Applebee's, with 99% of the restaurants run by independent franchisees.
Why is IHOP changing their name? ›
In an interview with IHOP President, Darren Rebelez, stated that the reason for the name change was that they didn't put enough emphasis on the lunch and dinner crowd, and apparently they're ready to. So they wanted to get our attention. And surely, it worked. On Monday, July 16, IHOB changed their name back to IHOP.
What does 55 mean at IHOP? ›
For diners aged 55 and above, IHOP offers an exclusive daily IHOP 55 & Up menu. This menu features discounted breakfast, lunch and dinner options like their classic breakfast sampler, turkey sandwiches, and grilled tilapia. Prices on this menu will be several dollars lower than the prices of the regular menu.
What happens when you tell IHOP its your birthday? ›
Birthday: On your birthday, you will receive five (5) PanCoins as a “Birthday Gift”. To qualify for a Birthday Gift, you must register for an International Bank of Pancakes account at least seven (7) days prior to your birthday and include your birthday in your account details.
Why did IHOP get sued? ›
According to the EEOC's lawsuit, IHOP owners, supervisors, managers and co-workers subjected female employees to ongoing egregious sexual harassment in both Nevada and New York locations.
What is IHOP short for? ›
Founded in suburban Los Angeles by Al and Jerry Lapin in 1958, the International House of Pancakes shortened its name to IHOP in 1973, according to the company's website.
Who did IHOP buy out? ›
In 2019, IHOP Corp. agreed to buy Applebee's International Inc. for about $1.9 billion in cash. At the time, IHOP's market capitalization was roughly half of Applebee's and the pancake house was going to take on debt to fund the purchase, the Wall Street Journal first reported.
Salisbury steak features a blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, cooked with a rich brown gravy. Hamburger steak, on the other hand, is a simpler patty made from ground beef, seasoned with salt, pepper, and spices, often served with various toppings.
Is country fried steak and Salisbury steak the same? ›
Country-fried steak and Salisbury steak are both typically served with brown gravy, but they are very different dishes. Country-fried steak is made with breaded and pan-fried cube steak. On the other hand, Salisbury steak is made with a ground beef patty that's seared in oil.
Is Salisbury steak just meatloaf? ›
Salisbury steak isn't technically a steak, but more like a patty. In fact, it's similar to meatloaf but usually without as many ingredients, shaped into a patty rather than a loaf, and served with a mushroom and onion gravy. If you like meatloaf, you'll probably love Salisbury steak.
What happened to Banquet Salisbury steak? ›
Conagra Brands has recalled approximately 135,159 pounds of Banquet brand Salisbury steak products, officials with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced. The steaks may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically bone, the press release said.
