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Does IHOP use Toxic Preservatives?

Our latest 2025 audit of IHOP analyzed 195 menu items. We found that 50 items (26%) contain high-risk preservatives.

26% Contain Toxins
145 Safe Options

Specific Ingredients Found:

Sodium nitrite, Sodium benzoate

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We've identified exactly which menu items at IHOP are Preservative Free. Download PRūF to see the full list.

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Methodology & sources

We analyzed 195 menu items and matched ingredient statements against PRūF’s additive taxonomy. Counts reflect distinct menu items containing any flagged ingredient in this category. Data is sourced from publicly available IHOP ingredient disclosures as of 2026-01-04.

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Our 2025 audit of IHOP found that 50 menu items (26%) contain high-risk preservatives. Specific ingredients identified include: Sodium nitrite, Sodium benzoate.
Yes, there are 145 items on the menu that are considered are Preservative Free. You can use the PRūF app to see the full list of safe options and filter the menu in real-time.

Audit based on IHOP public ingredient data as of 2026-01-04.