Let's face it, what would the holidays be without a Christmas dinner complete with a Christmas ham, delicious Christmas side dishes, and a holiday dessert? But with all of the focus on supper, we don't blame you for waking up on December 25 and not wanting to make a big Christmas breakfast. If that's the case, you may ask yourself, "Is IHOP open on Christmas?" It's a fair question, especially if you don't feel like whipping up a batch of pancakes yourself.

If you're waking up early to get on the road to Grandpa's house, you may not even have time to make breakfast. That's when it would be extra useful to pull over at one of IHOP's convenient locations. Whether you have a craving for a stack of pancakes or need someplace to have a cup of coffee on the way to your relative's house, we've found out if IHOP is open on Christmas this year. That way, you know where to stop without having to drive around to find restaurants open on Christmas.

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Is IHOP open on Christmas?

You'll be happy to know that, yes, IHOP is open on Christmas Day 2022. A rep confirmed the news with CountryLiving.com: "IHOP will be open on Christmas this year, but guests should check with their local IHOP as hours will vary by location." Of course, as with all restaurants, it's a good idea to check with your local restaurants before buckling kids in the car — some locations will remain open 24 hours, and others will be open their normal daytime hours, while still others will be open, but only on a limited schedule, so that employees can celebrate Christmas as well.

Need to check other restaurant openings? Here's where to find out whether Dunkin' Donuts is open on Christmas, as well was Starbucks Christmas hours, Waffle House's Christmas hours, and if McDonald's is open on Christmas, so you can get your food fix wherever you please.

Will IHOP be open on Christmas Eve?

If the restaurant chain's hours are anything like last year's, IHOP will also be open on Christmas Eve. So whether you're celebrating on Christmas Day or the day before, IHOP will be there for you. However, we strongly encourage you to check your local franchise's hours before hitting the road regardless.