IHOP hours

Many IHOP restaurants are open 24 hours a day, but the chain is less uniformly 24/7 than Denny's - a meaningful share of locations run typical hours (7 AM to 10 PM weekdays, until midnight on weekends). IHOP serves its full pancake and breakfast menu all day at every location. Most IHOPs stay open on holidays including Christmas Day and Thanksgiving. Hours vary by store; check the locator below to confirm your nearest IHOP is 24-hour.

IHOP (International House of Pancakes) operates around 1,800 sit-down diner restaurants across the United States, founded in 1958 in Toluca California and now owned by Dine Brands Global (which also owns Applebee’s).

This page covers whether IHOP is open 24/7, the typical breakfast and dinner hours at non-24-hour locations, holiday status (most IHOPs stay open on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and other major holidays), kids-eat-free nights, plus customer service at 1-866-444-5144 and how to find an IHOP near you.

Two IHOP-specific things worth knowing: many but not all IHOP locations are open 24 hours (the chain is less uniformly 24/7 than Denny’s; varies by franchise and market), and IHOP serves its full pancake-and-breakfast menu all day at every location, not just morning hours (sibling all-day-breakfast chain Cracker Barrel follows the same never-stops-serving-breakfast pattern, paired with an attached Old Country Store retail front).

Use the locator below for your specific IHOP, including 24-hour status verification.

Is IHOP open today?

IHOP generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

IHOP weekly hours

IHOP holiday hours

Is IHOP open on Saturday?

Saturday hours at most IHOPs run 7 AM to midnight (or 24 hours at the chain's many round-the-clock locations). Saturday brunch (9 AM to 12 PM) is one of IHOP's peak windows; expect waits at popular suburban locations. Many IHOPs that aren't 24/7 during the week DO run 24 hours Friday and Saturday for the late-night and college-town crowds. Check the locator to confirm your store's specific Saturday hours and 24-hour status.

Is IHOP open on Sunday?

Sunday hours at most IHOPs run 7 AM to 10 PM (or 24 hours at the chain's many round-the-clock locations). Sunday brunch (10 AM to 1 PM) is the single busiest window of the week at most IHOPs. If you want a Sunday breakfast without a wait, arrive before 9 AM or after 1:30 PM. Easter Sunday and Mother's Day Sunday are the two peak Sundays of the year; reservations or call-ahead seating recommended at participating IHOPs.

Find a IHOP store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official IHOP store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

IHOP hours - frequently asked questions

Is IHOP open 24 hours?

Many IHOP restaurants are open 24 hours a day, but the chain is less uniformly 24/7 than Denny's. A meaningful share of IHOP locations run typical hours (often 7 AM to 10 PM weekdays, until midnight on weekends). Even at non-24/7 stores, the full pancake and breakfast menu is served all day. Use the IHOP locator at restaurants.ihop.com and check the specific store's hours to verify 24-hour status.

Does IHOP serve breakfast all day?

Yes. IHOP serves its full breakfast menu (pancakes, French toast, omelets, hash browns, breakfast combos, etc.) all day at every location. Unlike fast-food chains that switch to a lunch menu after a cutoff time, IHOP's diner format means breakfast is always available, including dinner hours and overnight at 24-hour locations.

When is IHOP Kids Eat Free night?

Tuesday night is the traditional Kids-Eat-Free promotion at many IHOP locations, typically from 4 PM to 10 PM. The promotion is run by individual franchise stores rather than chain-wide, so participation varies. Some locations also offer the promotion on additional weeknights or during back-to-school promotional periods. Confirm with your local IHOP before driving out.

Is IHOP open on Christmas Day?

Yes, most IHOP locations are open on Christmas Day with regular hours; 24-hour stores remain 24-hour. IHOP is one of the few national sit-down restaurant chains that stays open Christmas Day, along with Denny's and Waffle House. Christmas Day is one of IHOP's busiest days for travelers and people skipping the home-cooked meal. A small minority of franchise stores close. Confirm with your local IHOP.

Is IHOP open on Thanksgiving?

Yes, most IHOP locations stay open on Thanksgiving Day with regular hours, including 24-hour stores. Thanksgiving is one of IHOP's busier days for the no-cook crowd, travelers, and people gathering before or after a family meal. A small minority of franchise stores close. Confirm with your local IHOP.

What time does IHOP close?

Most non-24-hour IHOPs close between 10 PM and midnight. Weekdays typically close at 10 PM; Friday and Saturday extend later (midnight is common, with some locations 24-hour Friday-Saturday only). At 24-hour locations, IHOP never closes. Use the IHOP locator at restaurants.ihop.com to confirm your specific store's closing time.

What time does IHOP open?

Most IHOPs open between 6 AM and 7 AM, seven days a week. Some smaller-market locations open at 8 AM. 24-hour IHOPs never close, so they're already open whenever you arrive. Use the locator to verify your store's specific opening time.

Does IHOP have a drive-thru?

No, IHOP does not operate drive-thru service. IHOP is a sit-down full-service diner format. For takeout, use the IHOP app, ihop.com online ordering, or call your local store directly. Curbside pickup and delivery via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub are available at most locations.

What is the IHOP customer service phone number?

IHOP Guest Relations is 1-866-444-5144 for chain-wide customer service questions, complaints, and feedback. For specific store questions (current hours, reservations, large parties), call your local IHOP directly using the number listed on its page in the IHOP locator. The IHOP app also has a built-in feedback form for individual store experiences.

Does IHOP offer a senior discount?

Yes, many IHOP locations offer a senior menu and senior discount for diners aged 55 and older, but specifics vary by franchise. The IHOP 55+ menu typically includes smaller portions of signature items at reduced prices. AARP members may also be eligible for additional discounts at participating locations. Check with your local IHOP.

How do I find an IHOP near me?

Use the official IHOP locator at restaurants.ihop.com/en-us. Enter your ZIP code, city, or address, and the locator returns nearby IHOP restaurants with each store's current hours, 24-hour status, phone number, and walking directions. The IHOP app provides the same information plus mobile ordering and rewards. The map below also shows nearby IHOPs on Google Maps.

IHOP customer service: 1-866-444-5144 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.

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Last verified: May 2026 against IHOP's official store locator and press releases.

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