IHOP • Pancakes & French Toast
IHOP Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2)
Two buttermilk pancakes with butter and syrup
- Price
- $6.49
- Calories
- 330
- Protein
- 9g
- Carbs
- 41g
- Fat
- 15g
$6.49
Typical U.S. price: actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2)
The Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) is two buttermilk pancakes with butter and syrup It comes in at 330 calories with 9g of protein, and is priced at $6.49 in the Pancakes & French Toast section of the IHOP menu, about $1.97 per 100 calories. IHOP is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack), Rooty Tooty Fresh 'N Fruity, World-Famous Stuffed French Toast. Our IHOP menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) compares to similar IHOP items
| Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) (this item) | $6.49 | 330 | 1.97 |
| Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack) | $8.99 | 717 | 1.25 |
| Double Blueberry Pancakes (4-stack) | Varies by location | 602 | — |
| New York Cheesecake Pancakes (4-stack) | Varies by location | 850 | — |
| Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pancakes (4-stack) | Varies by location | 762 | — |
Average price in the Pancakes & French Toast section: $9.32. This item is below the section average.
How the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) compares at other chains
Compare the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) across all chains →| IHOP | Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) | $6.49 | — |
| Drakes | Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders | Varies by location | same |
| KFC | Buttermilk Biscuit | $1.99 | $4.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
Is the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) good value at IHOP?
At $6.49, the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) costs about $1.97 per 100 calories against a $9.32 average in the Pancakes & French Toast section. Value depends on what you order alongside it. Pair it with the cheapest IHOP sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) at IHOP
The Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) is available at IHOP locations nationwide: dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the IHOP app or third-party services. Order through the official IHOP ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location. Check the current full IHOP menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2)
- 1Check current IHOP deals: IHOP Rewards: Free 5-Stack After First Purchase.
- 2Prices have trended +2.3% vs 2025 on our tracking. Expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
More IHOP menu items
Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack)
$8.99 · 717 cal
Double Blueberry Pancakes (4-stack)
Varies by location · 602 cal
New York Cheesecake Pancakes (4-stack)
Varies by location · 850 cal
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pancakes (4-stack)
Varies by location · 762 cal
IHOP secret menu items
Pancake Tacos · $9.99
Scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese wrapped in two pancakes — a breakfast taco
How to order: Order two pancakes and ask them to 'wrap scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese inside.' Some locations may recognize this as 'Pancake Tacos.'
Chicken & Pancake Waffle · $12.99
Crispy chicken tenders served on top of pancakes with syrup — a sweet and savory combo
How to order: Order chicken tenders and a short stack of pancakes. Ask them to 'serve the chicken on top of the pancakes.'
Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes · $10.99
Pancakes topped with cheesecake filling, strawberries, whipped cream, and graham cracker crumbs
How to order: Order a short stack and ask for 'cheesecake filling, strawberries, whipped cream, and graham cracker crumbs on top.'
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
Most locations remain open on major holidays.
Typical closures: individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the IHOP national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $10.05 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
- Los Angeles: $9.70 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
- Chicago: $9.15 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
- Houston: $8.65 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
- Atlanta: $8.80 (Estimated — on par with national average — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
- Columbus: $8.45 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack))
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About IHOP
IHOP is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack), Rooty Tooty Fresh 'N Fruity, World-Famous Stuffed French Toast. Our IHOP menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including pancakes & french toast, breakfast specialties, burgers & sandwiches, dinner entrees. Current deals include IHOP Rewards — Free Meal After 150 Points.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official IHOP website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: IHOP official nutrition — latest published, dated 2026-09-22
