IHOP and Waffle House are 24-hour chain restaurants popular in Virginia

Both IHOP and Waffle House are popular 24-hour chain restaurants in Virginia. So, how do Virginians choose between them when hungry for breakfast at any time of the day or night, especially since they are so similar?

This writer researched and compared the two popular restaurants in her state. Here are the findings.

About IHOP

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International House of Pancakes, commonly known as IHOP, is in 1,841 locations worldwide. There are 67 IHOP restaurants in Virginia.

The restaurant is described as a pancake house and a fast-casual family restaurant. Even though the restaurant specializes in breakfast, customers can eat a well-balanced lunch and a full-course dinner at IHOP.

About Waffle House

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Waffle House is a chain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even on major holidays when other restaurants are closed. A Waffle House is not hard to find in Virginia.

Even though waffles are the most popular and profitable items on the menu, there are also lunch and dinner items. Waffle House serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day.

Comparisons between IHOP and Waffle House

Founded:

• IHOP: July 16, 1958; 66 years ago
• Waffle House: September 5, 1955; 68 years ago

Locations:

• IHOP: 1,841 locations
• Waffle House: 2,010 locations

Virginia Locations:

• IHOP: 67
• Waffle House: 68

Employees:

• IHOP: 32,300 employees
• Waffle House: 40.000 employees

Space:

• IHOP: More space; sit down family style
• Waffle House: Smaller area; limited seating

Menu:

• IHOP: More items on the menu
• Waffle House: Limited menu with fewer items

Specialty:

• IHOP: pancakes
• Waffle House: waffles

Prices:

• IHOP: More expensive; $10 for an average full breakfast
• Waffle House: Less expensive; some breakfasts are as low as $6

Senior Discount:

• IHOP: has a senior discount at most restaurants
• Waffle House: depends on location

Suggestion

Why not visit IHOP and Waffle House on different occasions? Then you will be able to decide for yourself. You won't be disappointed with either one.