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IHOP • Low Sodium Guide • Updated June 2026

The Lowest-Sodium Options at IHOP

Quick Answer: IHOP has 9 low sodium options. The lowest-sodium option at IHOP is the Buttered Corn with 65mg sodium (180 cal). Top pick overall: the 55+ Rise 'N Shine (Hash Browns) (210 cal, 2g protein, Nom Score A). Every pick here is 600mg of sodium or less; the FDA’s official “low sodium” label means 140mg or less, so we mark how close each gets in the table below.

9Low Sodium Options
86Total Analyzed
ABest Grade
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
55+ Rise ‘N Shine (Hash Browns)Nom’s Top Pick
Great sugar & portion. Light on protein. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
A
210
2g
19g
230mg
light
2
Hash Browns
Great sugar & portion. Light on protein. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
A
210
2g
19g
230mg
light
3
Omelette
Great sugar & portion. Light on fiber. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
400
28g
8g
440mg
moderate
4
Oatmeal with milk & brown sugar
Great sodium & sat fat. Watch the sugar. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
260
8g
50g
125mg
FDA low-sodium
5
Buttered English Muffin
Great sugar & portion. Light on protein. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
160
4g
25g
220mg
light
6
Buttered Corn
Great sodium & portion. Watch the sat fat & sugar. Light on protein. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
180
4g
20g
65mg
FDA low-sodium
7
Cowboy BBQ Steakburger
Contains trans fat. Great sodium. Watch the portion. Light on fiber. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
951
41g
76g
550mg
moderate
8
Jalapeno Kick Steakburger
Contains trans fat. Big portion. Great sodium & sugar. Watch the portion. Light on fiber. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
1001
41g
42g
189mg
light
9
55+ French Toast
Contains trans fat. Light on protein. · Pancake batter may be added to omelettes—request egg white omelette or no batter
B
521
14g
56g
570mg
moderate
The Nom Score read

The 55+ Rise 'N Shine (Hash Browns) tops IHOP’s 9 low sodium options — Nom Score A (84/100) on 210 calories, 2g protein, and 230mg sodium. The Cowboy BBQ Steakburger carries the most protein at 41g. The lightest is the Buttered English Muffin, at 160 calories. Most come from the Sides menu (3 of 9). Sodium runs 65–570mg across the picks. 2 picks clear the FDA’s 140mg “low sodium” line; the rest land between 141 and 600mg.

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at IHOP don’t meet low sodium criteria:

!
French Creme Brulee Pancakes
1630mg sodium (max 600)
!
Kid's Cupcake Pancake Combo
940mg sodium (max 600)
!
Bacon Temptation Omelette
2940mg sodium (max 600)
!
Split Decision Breakfast Combo
2020mg sodium (max 600)
!
Cheese Blintzes with Blueberry Compote
1230mg sodium (max 600)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Low Sodium at IHOP

Skip the cheese, which often adds 200-400mg sodium
Ask for no salt on grilled items when possible
Choose fresh salsa over prepared sauces
Heading out or stuck without options? Keep low sodium snacks on hand  so a low sodium choice is always within reach.
FAQ

Common questions about low sodium at IHOP

Is IHOP good for low sodium diets?

Yes — IHOP has 9 low sodium options, topped by the 55+ Rise 'N Shine (Hash Browns) (Nom Score A).

What’s the best low sodium option at IHOP?

The 55+ Rise 'N Shine (Hash Browns) is the best choice with 210 calories, 2g protein, and a Nom Score of A.

What is the lowest-sodium item at IHOP?

The lowest-sodium option at IHOP is the Buttered Corn with 65mg sodium (180 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from IHOP’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from IHOP’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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