Getaway With an IHOP "Pancation" This Summer

GLENDALE, CA, Jun 29 (MARKET WIRE) --
Save on the expensive plane trip and hotel fares this summer and instead
enjoy the ultimate indulgent "staycation" at IHOP! I-HOP (island hop,
that is!) takes on a tropical feel this summer as guests are invited to
take a 'pancation' with three mouthwatering new Hawaiian Pancakes. Grab a
Hawaiian shirt or grass skirt and head to your neighborhood IHOP to
experience an island vacation without leaving town.

"To say 'mahalo' (thank you) to our guests we have transformed IHOP into
the ultimate summer 'pancation' that provides an escape from the everyday
and transports guests to the relaxing beaches and sea breezes of Hawaii,"
said Carolyn O'Keefe, IHOP's senior vice president, marketing. "IHOP
guests are looking for value and a respite this summer, and we are
bringing the islands to them with an unforgettable Hawaiian experience
that brings together the best elements of any vacation -- food, family
and fun!"

IHOP's island-inspired Hawaiian Pancake flavors include:

-- Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes -- flip for this delectable treat that
includes pineapple pieces grilled inside two sweet golden pancakes, crowned
with a rum-butter flavored glaze, creamy whipped topping and a Maraschino
cherry.

-- Banana Macadamia Nut Pancakes -- go nutty for this scrumptious delight
of two sweet golden pancakes grilled with fresh sliced banana, drizzled
with a rum-butter flavored glaze, and crowned with creamy whipped topping
and toasted macadamia nuts.

-- Strawberry Passion Fruit -- savor this sweet indulgence of creamy
cheesecake and passion fruit syrup layered between two sweet golden
pancakes, topped with cool strawberries, creamy whipped topping and passion
fruit syrup.

Available at participating locations, IHOP's Hawaiian Pancakes start
at $5.99 and are available a la carte or as part of a combination meal
including eggs any style, crisp hash browns and a choice of crisp bacon,
pork sausage links or ham. A tall glass of one of IHOP's new Iced Coffee
flavors is the perfect complement to the sweet tastes of Hawaii and a
great way to cool off on a Hawaiian 'pancation.' Freshly-brewed and
creamy sweet IHOP Iced Coffees are available in Mocha, Vanilla and
Original.

For more information on IHOP or to find a restaurant near you, please
visit www.ihop.com. IHOP gift cards may be purchased at any IHOP location
or by going online. All of IHOP's breakfast, lunch and dinner items are
available any time of day, and don't forget to "grab your IHOP 'n Go"
with IHOP's takeout program.

ABOUT IHOP

For more than 50 years, the IHOP family restaurant chain has served its
world famous pancakes and a wide variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner
items that are loved by people of all ages. IHOP offers its guests an
affordable, everyday dining experience with warm and friendly service. The
first IHOP opened in Toluca Lake, Calif. in 1958, and as of March 31,
2009, there were 1,402 IHOPs in 50 states, Canada and Mexico. IHOP
restaurants are franchised and operated by Glendale, Calif.-based
International House of Pancakes, LLC and its affiliates. International
House of Pancakes, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of DineEquity, Inc.
(NYSE: DIN).

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Jennifer Pendergrass
IHOP
(818) 637-3603

Kate Greenberg
MS&L PR
(323) 866-6045

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