National Pancake Day

When I first wrote this article, it was about how to enjoy IHOP free pancakes on National Pancake Day each year. That’s because, at the time, there were two pancake holidays annually. One, was IHOP’s own holiday in February. And then there was the nationwide National Pancake Day that other restaurants, including IHOP, celebrated. That flapjack celebration usually occurred in late September. However, now it seems that National Pancake Day is on March 4th and I know of two national chains participating in 2025:

• IHOP
• Denny’s

How to get Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day

So, how do you get those free pancakes on National Pancake Day? Just show up at your local IHOP location. IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day by offering a FREE Buttermilk Short Stack to all customers on March 4, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., at participating locations. No purchase is required.

Unfortunately, the Denny’s National Pancake Day deal isn’t a freebie. But it is all you can eat. Denny’s is celebrating Pancake Day on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 by offering all-you-can-eat pancakes for just $6 at participating locations. Or, if you prefer, add a stack of two signature pancakes to any meal for just $2.

Where are IHOP and Denny’s in Maine

I’ve tracked down the three IHOP locations in Maine that are within the Southern Maine on the Cheap coverage area.

Auburn

IHOP, 649 Turner St.

Portland

IHOP, 195 Maine Mall Rd.

Saco

IHOP, 515 Main St.

This article provides a comprehensive list of national food holidays and free food days.

Where is there a Denny’s in Southern Maine? There isn’t. The closest Denny’s to Southern Maine is in Augusta. You’ll also find one in Bangor. So if you want those all-you-can-eat Denny’s pancakes, you’re going to have to drive a bit to get them.

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