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Frequently asked · IHOP
What does a IHOP franchise cost in the US?
Setup and interiors for a IHOP franchise for the Full-Service Restaurant / Limited-Service Restaurant format run $784K–$4.1M. On top of that you should budget a $25K franchise fee.
What is the total upfront commitment for a IHOP franchise?
Adding setup, franchise fee, working capital and deposit, the total upfront commitment starts around $809K. The franchise fee alone is about 3% of that. These are the disclosed upfront figures only — they exclude ongoing royalty and running costs.
What royalty does IHOP charge?
IHOP charges a 4.5% royalty. A separate 3.5% marketing fund contribution also applies.
How much space does a IHOP franchise need?
A IHOP outlet needs from 800 sq ft for the Full-Service Restaurant / Limited-Service Restaurant format.
How many IHOP outlets are there in the US?
IHOP operates 1,681 outlets in the US.
Who is eligible for a IHOP franchise?
You will need capital of at least $784K, a site of 800+ sq ft, readiness for a semi-absentee (a manager runs day-to-day) role. Territory: Non-exclusive; no protected radius; franchisor may add outlets, other brands, affiliate concepts nearby.
What training and support does IHOP provide?
IHOP provides 42 days of formal training.
How long is the IHOP franchise agreement?
Agreement terms: Not explicitly stated in Item 17 base text; state-specific variations apply. Renewal fee: $5K.
How does a IHOP franchisee earn?
A IHOP franchisee earns from customer sales at their own outlet through the Full-Service Restaurant / Limited-Service Restaurant format. You keep outlet takings and pay the brand a royalty on sales. FRANticc does not publish per-outlet earnings for US brands unless the franchisor discloses them.
How current is IHOP's franchise disclosure?
These figures come from IHOP's Franchise Disclosure Document for fiscal year 2025, filed with state regulators.
Is a IHOP franchise SBA-eligible?
IHOP is not listed on the SBA Franchise Directory, so SBA-backed financing may not be available. Confirm with your lender.
How many IHOP units opened and closed recently?
IHOP's FDD Item 20 for fiscal 2025 reports 37 openings and 40 closures. Item 20 is the franchisor's own filed count of unit turnover.
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According to FRANticc's verified franchise database, IHOP requires a minimum investment of $784K in a 800+ sqft commercial space under a Full-Service Restaurant / Limited-Service Restaurant model. IHOP operates 1681 outlets across the US. Data confidence: Reported. FRANticc provides the full franchise prospectus including verified FDD earnings, fee-load and capital-ask breakdowns, and franchisee contacts at franticc.com.

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IHOP is a Food & Beverage brand operating in the US. This page is the editorial franchise profile, covering operating format, investment range, store distribution, and side-by-side comparisons with peer brands. The data is independent — FRANticc never accepts payment from brands to influence coverage.

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