Shrove Tuesday: IHOP Free Pancakes On National Pancake Day

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IHOP is giving away free pancakes for National Pancake Day on Shrove Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

From a 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, every dine-in guest can receive a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes at IHOP.

Why Are Pancakes Made On Shrove Tuesday?

Shrove Tuesday, also known as Fat Tuesday during Mardis Gras, is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday which marks the start of Lent.

Historically, pancakes are associated with Shrove Tuesday because they are a way to use up rich foods such as eggs, milk, and sugar, before the 40 days of fasting during Lent.

IHOP's  Stacking Up Joy program 

IHOP is partnering with Feeding America for a Month of Giving campaign that addresses food insecurity in local communities across the United States. 

Guests will be invited to add $1, $2, $3 or more onto their checks in restaurant or when ordering online. For every $1 donated to the campaign during the entire month of February, 10 meals will be provided to people facing hunger.

“At IHOP, we’re focused on serving our communities great food and value. Our restaurants and franchisees are integral parts of their local communities, serving up joy through their favorite IHOP menu items or helping them access the food they need to achieve long-term food security, ” said Kieran Donahue, Chief Marketing Officer, IHOP. 

“Our purpose of spreading more joy to more guests in our communities is why establishing a program like Stacking Up Joy is a natural fit for us, as we support families facing hunger around the country.”

Teen Marvel actress Xochitl Gomez is helping bring attention to IHOP’s Month of Giving and the brand’s annual National Pancake Day celebration on February 13.

“Growing up, I’ve always enjoyed dining with my family and friends at IHOP. IHOP’s Month of Giving campaign is the perfect combination of eating at my favorite restaurant, giving back to the community, and leaving with a smile and full heart,” said Gomez.