IHOP • Pancakes & French Toast
Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2)
Two buttermilk pancakes with butter and syrup
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 320 calories with 6g of protein, and is priced at $6.49 in the Pancakes & French Toast section of the IHOP menu — about 2.03 cents 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
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) (this item) | $6.49 | 320 | 2.03 |
| Original Buttermilk Pancakes (5-stack) | $8.99 | 790 | 1.14 |
| Double Blueberry Pancakes (5-stack) | $10.99 | 860 | 1.28 |
| New York Cheesecake Pancakes (5-stack) | $11.49 | 920 | 1.25 |
| Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pancakes (5-stack) | $10.99 | 940 | 1.17 |
Average price in the Pancakes & French Toast section: $10.35. 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 →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs IHOP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cracker Barrel | Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancake Breakfast | $9.99 | $3.50 less |
| IHOP | Original Buttermilk Pancakes (Short Stack: 2) | $6.49 | — |
| KFC | Buttermilk Biscuit | $1.99 | $4.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
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.'
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 2.03 cents per 100 calories against a $10.35 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 Meal After 150 Points.
- 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.
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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