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IHOP

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant Family restaurant American restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Family restaurants in Irvine


Address

18542 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA 92612

Website

restaurants.ihop.com

Contact

(949) 474-4467

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (1.7K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 6 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 6 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Richard E. G. 2 years ago on Google
    The Undisputed Champion of Breakfast! There are no wrong menu choices at IHOP. The spacious and spotless dining room is as inviting as the wonderful staff. I may feel so much like home, that you eventually realize that you do have to leave.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Everett B. 2 years ago on Google
    Sat for a solo breakfast on Friday morning. Superb service from the start, got my coffee and left the hot pot! Of course the awesome chow and pancakes! Really attentive service and friendly folks down at IHOP. 😃
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ami S. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is pricey in this area and no military discount at this location. Only IHOP I have ever been to that doesn’t have a military discount and I have been to IHOPs all over the country. Staff got The job done. Came in with my Brother and 5 kids at 650am. Took a bit for food. But, standard IHOP.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abdullah Al H. 9 months ago on Google
    This Ihop is big and convenient. It’s located next to John Wayne Airport. The service is good. However, the hash browns had something irrelevant in it 😜try the all new pancakes tacos 👍👍👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 The Shameless F. 2 years ago on Google
    I got their breakfast for takeout. They give a generous amount of food for what you pay, and the food tastes decent. Their hash browns, sausage, and toast is also good. I also got their strawberry cheesecake pancakes. I wouldn’t recommend that as it didn’t really give me the “cheesecake” in strawberry cheesecake - they give you syruped strawberries to add to the top, but the “cheesecake” is more of a sweet cream frosting that you add to it. Maybe it’s because I got it to go, but the pancakes weren’t as good as I was expecting. But then again, it’s IHOP, so you get what you get.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jason N. 11 months ago on Google
    Haven’t made it to many IHOP’s but this was way better then I imagined! Lots of options and choices. Two stories as well. I’m impressed. West coast IHOP is 100x better then East coast IHOP!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jacqui S. 1 year ago on Google
    OMGosh I love IHOP, but this location was a horrible experience. When we arrived there was not that many people in the restaurant and at least 5 employees just standing around the coffee area. 1. The server took our order and never came back. We had been waiting at least 20 minutes so I asked about it and the server said the our order was lost, or something to that extent, and it took forever to get out food. No apologies at all! 2. Once our order was delivered by two separate people, one person brought the plate of pancakes, and another person brought the plate with eggs and sausage, our server never came to check on us, or see if we were happy with our meal. 3. The bacon wasn't even cooked all the way through and it was so incredibly greasy. I would have loved to have that replaced, but no. 4. I saw the server and asked for the check. I put my card out for when we were ready to pay. The server reached all the way across us, to the other side of the table, to get the credit card before she even attempted to go get the the check. Unbelievably RUDE 5. Be warned - this place is so freaking expensive. We split the eggs, sausage, bacon and pancake breakfast. One coffee, one OJ. $45
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Virginia P. 1 year ago on Google
    We were straight from the close by airport, and hungry. Noonish, we said we wanted lunch, but upon looking at the 55 plus menu, saw that the tilapia dinner was only 70 cents more. We both had that selection and were very happy with it. Only had to ask for a little melted butter for the broccoli. Had water to drink.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Thomas W. 11 months ago on Google
    We were stranded at the airport, thanks Breeze Airlines and walked over to eat dinner at IHOP before our AA redeye left. The food was abysmal, I had a cheeseburger and my wife had pancakes. The fries were so bad I ate 2 and stopped. The burger was greasy and just awful. My wife's pancakes were burned and the eggs undercooked as was the bacon. They ran out of Pepsi, not that they gave us refills. I had to remind the waiter 3 or 4 times to get us a refill. The place was not busy at all, no excuse not to check up on customers. I used the bathroom and it was filthy. The toilet looked like someone set off a firecracker in a bowl of chocolate pudding. To top it off, it was super expensive. It is near the airport, but no one is walking over to it for a meal.

  • 4/5 chakri k. 2 years ago on Google
    I visited ihop after more than a year , it’s still the same old awesome IHOP. I was craving pancakes , ordered their pancake platter with grain and nut pancakes , eggs and sausage . Even though he was waiting on a lot of tables , the waiter was very friendly and attentive . Got my food very fast and they left a pot of fresh coffee on my table .

  • 5/5 Josh B. 10 months ago on Google
    I've been to a few IHOPs in different states and it's typically been adequate but never exemplary. The people at this location blew me away! My greeter and server both were extremely friendly with great big smiles, each interaction made my day better and better. My order was taken quickly, and the food came out quick and tasty.

  • 4/5 kevin 1 year ago on Google
    Would have been 5 stars but the bacon cuts are so thin now, one can barely tell one is eating bacon when eating bacon. I understand a profit has to be made but come on, don't give customers razor thin bacon. Everything else (classic breakfast) was on point.

  • 3/5 Alex C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there on Friday afternoon around 3-ish pm. I think we were the only customers when we arrived. Service was a bit slow on an empty restaurant. Prices were high and the portion size were smaller than other IHOP locations. I ordered a burger and the beef patty was overcooked and dry. Server never asked how I wanted my meat burger done. The venue was clean with large parking lot. I won't come back to this location.

  • 1/5 Lynnann AKA G. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is so sad. (Every server we’ve had has been exceptionally attentive and sincere - it’s NOT the servers!) Anything other than breakfast just isn’t good. Why? The prices are ridiculous for the portion size and poor quality/taste. Again, why can’t the food at least taste good? I honestly still believe in the IHOP chain but this location needs rescued! My guy really wanted pancakes for dinner so against my better judgement, we went. He needed a large glass of milk for those pancakes. This IHOP didn’t have ANY milk?! Seriously? His “2x2x2” was fine, he wished his over easy eggs weren’t broken and really needed that milk. There were only 3 tables occupied; total of six customers. (I had convinced him to try Norm’s but it was rush hour traffic so I caved; next time Norm’s!)

  • 5/5 Umeed 11 months ago on Google
    Excellent service and really tasty food. Got the big steak added turkey bacon. Delicious. Got the plant based sausage patties, those were okay don't recommend. Coffee was solid too.

  • 4/5 Laurel S. 5 months ago on Google
    Very friendly staff and very accommodating of our luggage and stroller. They gave us 2 large tables even though we were only 3 adults and a baby. We just needed a snack to pass the time so we shared 1 meal, a milk shake and a pot of coffee. It ended up coming to nearly $60 Canadian after tip which we found pricey but sadly I think that’s pretty typical of restaurants these days. Conveniently located by the airport which we were grateful for as we had a 2 hour wait for our ride and there’s no restaurants at the airport once you leave the secure area. Google maps will tell you it’s a 20+ minute walk from the airport but it was more like 5-10 if you leave between pillars 8 and 9 and cut through the parking lot and out through a stairwell to the street. The website advertised free wifi but unfortunately none of our phones could connect.

  • 5/5 Christopher M. 7 months ago on Google
    Excellent, fast service. Delicious food. Reasonable prices. Relaxing and charming atmosphere beyond your average IHOP. What else is there to say? Loved it 😁!

  • 5/5 B 1 year ago on Google
    Super friendly employees. I've only eaten at this location 1 time But I have been to a ton of IHOPs in my life and i never have bad experiences But this location the staff like I was saying were positive and it was Saturday night new years eve and 30 minutes before shop shop and here I place an order..I absofreakinlutely hate being "that guy" that screws the staff and comes in to order or asks for a table...can NOT stand that crud and unfortunately i was that guy. I ordered to go and these employees were cheery and just nice people. The lady that rang me up was nothing But pleasant and they wished me a happy new year and I did the same. I could tell that they didn't care I was "that guy" on new years eve..they just seemed like they wanted me to be a happy visitor. If there was an option for more stars...I would give this restaurant the max.

  • 4/5 Dorian 1 year ago on Google
    The overall atmosphere was ok. Not many people even on the weekend but it has an empty vibe to it if you prefer that. The service was great especially because it wasn't busy. The chicken and waffles are incredible they really did that well here but the eggs, bacon, and hash browns taste poor. Tasted as if they were microwaved because it didn't taste fresh and got cold quickly. The crepes were nice they were sweet and creamy as by the name ( strawberry creme crepes) I would recommend that if you enjoy overall sweet foods. The coffee was ok, tasted watery but reminded me of a quick instant cup I would make at home. It was good I would recommend going here.

  • 4/5 Matt C. 1 year ago on Google
    Recently visited on a weekday morning at around 9 am. I had the "World Famous" pancake combo, which consists of 2 pancakes (of your choice), 2 eggs (made to order), 2 strips/or links of bacon/sausage, and hash browns. The server Brenda S. was friendly and attentive. It was a good tasting and hearty breakfast. I also had a coffee with my meal. The total tab with tax was just over $22.

  • 4/5 Doty L. 3 years ago on Google
    Not too crowded and our server was great. Checked on us several times and refills came quickly. Got myself the spicy poblano omelette. It was good! Couldn't finish the pancakes, but that's what kids are for...

  • 2/5 James C. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in on Friday 9/2/2022, was sat immediately, however, we waited about 10 minutes for anyone to acknowledge us. A family of 5 was sat after us and go their drinks and order placed right away. With the slow service and $20 per person price we will most likely not return.

  • 2/5 Kmacstoic 1 year ago on Google
    Expensive considering the portion size. Very few other customers, took 45 minutes from ordering until food arrived, pancakes were cold, and butter was hard and cold..not a good combo. Waiter was a nice guy, but never even checked on us, never picked up the dishes. Had to flag him over for the check, then I saw him go to the cooks window and start a conversation. It took an hour and 15 minutes to get in and out, with only a few other customers. 2 out of 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Stephania G. 1 year ago on Google
    IHOP is a classic. This location has friendly service. We didn’t arrive around rush hour but our food was deliciously prepared and love going here around every once in a while to have a casual breakfast.

  • 5/5 Boe B. 2 years ago on Google
    My first weekend in California. Not missing IHop New Jersey this morning. Not crowded, seated right away. food came out quick, and my server Andres was attentive. Had the Steak & Egg. Steak was good size, eggs were large, hash browns were cooked just right. Will return

  • 5/5 Derek L.C. (. 2 years ago on Google
    Service and atmosphere were excellent and the food was great. We do recommend.

  • 1/5 Ray B. 2 years ago on Google
    The butter removed the top of my "pancake" off because it was cold. I could only see two other people in the entire restaurant. There were more staff present than customers. These are not the perfect pancakes I remember getting so many times as a kid.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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