People have been gathering at IHOP® for breakfast since 1958, taking study breaks, getting a bite to eat before or after athletic events, and much more. And one thing is always present, regardless of what they order from the menu: a smile. Over the years, our restaurants have witnessed millions of smiles, which are now shared in pictures on our social media platforms. We modified our emblem to feature a smile because it is so ingrained in our culture.This is just one of the many fun and exciting changes you can expect from IHOP®. Because we are aware that a grin is the shortest distance between two people.