Have been to this IHOP some weeks back with friends. The place looks bright, well decorated. We ordered egg Tuscany, French toast with strawberries and banana, and crepe. The food was good, although there were some issues with my friend who ordered crepes and the server got him a different crepe. However the price was also reasonable considering the amount of food they serve. It was quite filling and an amazing brunch joint. And yeah, we got some free pancakes because of some offer going on there.
As a rule I avoid chain restaurants and franchises, preferring go explore locally own businesses. However after years since my last visit I had an inexplicable desire to eat breakfast at IHOP. Today is my second visit in as many weeks. First I was surprised at the friendly service. The waitress was very attentive and even seemed to enjoy her work (it was the same person both times) . The food was far from original but it was properly made. My over-easy eggs were cooked just right at both visits. The waitress leaves the coffee pot on each table so there is no waiting for refills. The coffee was definitely the type you'd expect at a fast food restaurant but I've had much worse so it was okay. The prices were very good.. My order was sausage and eggs. It pains me to admit that I enjoyed it. I will still search for a local restaurant before coming to any chain, but for larger groups that a nice bistro can't handle, IHOP is a worthy alternative. At least this IHOP on Gateway Blvd is worth another visit sometime. The photo is not of my sausage and eggs but rather a chocolate pancake my son ordered. Okay I tasted it but I'm old enough to the difference between a meal and a dessert.
This was a super busy location in Edmonton. About a 15- minute wait for a table but no prob as they brought coffee around. Wait staff were all well trained and super friendly. Food was out fast and was really good. Would recommend if you are not in a hurry.
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