IHOP Country Fried Steak & Eggs
The IHOP Country Fried Steak & Eggs costs $18.79 with 1,480–1,580 calories — an 8 oz. fried beef steak smothered in sausage gravy, two eggs, hash browns, and two buttermilk pancakes. The heaviest hitter on the combo menu.
Crispy breaded steak, peppery sausage gravy, runny eggs — this is Southern comfort at full volume. Here is the full breakdown.
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Country Fried Steak & Eggs: Price, Calories & Essentials
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $18.79 (prices vary by location) |
| Calories | 1,480–1,580 Cal — heaviest combo |
| Steak | 8 oz. fried beef steak |
| Gravy | Sausage gravy, smothered |
| Eggs | Two, cooked your way |
| Sides | Hash browns + two buttermilk pancakes |
| Availability | All day, dine-in, takeout & delivery |
IHOP’s official description: “An 8 oz. fried beef steak smothered in sausage gravy. Served with two eggs, hash browns and two buttermilk pancakes.” See the IHOP breakfast menu for the full lineup.
The Country Fried Steak
Country fried steak is cube steak — tenderized beef — breaded and fried like fried chicken, then drowned in gravy. The breading goes crispy in the fryer; the gravy soaks in at the table. It is the Southern diner classic, and IHOP does the full 8 oz. portion.
The contrast is the point: crunchy breading, creamy gravy, tender beef underneath. Cut through it with a fork and get all three layers in one bite.
The Sausage Gravy Factor
The sausage gravy is what makes this plate: peppery, creamy, studded with sausage, poured generously over the steak. It also migrates — onto the hash browns, onto the eggs, everywhere. Ask for extra gravy on the side if you are serious about it.
Gravy on the pancakes is a divisive move, but the sweet-salty combination has its believers. Try one bite before you commit the whole stack.
The 1,500-Calorie Reality
| Component | Approx. Calories |
|---|---|
| Fried steak + gravy | ~700–800 |
| Hash browns | ~200–250 |
| Two pancakes with syrup | ~350–400 |
| Two eggs | ~140–180 |
At 1,480–1,580 calories, this is the heaviest combo on the menu — a full day’s worth of indulgence on one plate. The fried steak and gravy alone carry roughly half the total. This is a share-with-the-table or special-occasion order, not a daily driver.
Verdict: Maximum Comfort
The Country Fried Steak & Eggs is IHOP’s indulgence champion: $18.79, 1,480–1,580 calories, crispy fried steak under sausage gravy with the full breakfast spread. Nothing else on the menu hits this hard.
Order it when: comfort is the whole point. Order the T-Bone Steak & Eggs when: you want steak without the fryer.
The heavyweight.
FAQs
How much is the IHOP Country Fried Steak & Eggs?
The Country Fried Steak & Eggs costs $18.79 at most locations. Prices vary by restaurant.
What comes with the Country Fried Steak & Eggs?
An 8 oz. fried beef steak smothered in sausage gravy, two eggs, hash browns, and two buttermilk pancakes.
How many calories are in the Country Fried Steak & Eggs?
1,480–1,580 calories — the heaviest combo on the menu.
What is country fried steak made of?
Tenderized beef steak, breaded and fried like fried chicken, then topped with sausage gravy.
Can I get extra gravy?
Ask your server — extra sausage gravy on the side is usually available.
Is it available all day?
Yes — IHOP serves breakfast combos all day at most locations.
