IHOP Country Fried Steak
IHOP Country Fried Steak costs $18.29 with 800–960 calories — a breaded beef steak smothered in pepper gravy, served with two sides. It is the comfort-food heavyweight of the dinner entrees: fried like chicken, sauced like a dream, and the most indulgent plate in the entree lineup.
This guide covers the price, the full plate, the country-vs-chicken-fried question, how the two sides change the calories, and ordering tips.
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IHOP Country Fried Steak Price
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Menu price | $18.29 (prices vary by location) |
| Calories | 800–960 Cal |
| Menu section | Entrees (dinner) |
| Availability | Dinner hours, dine-in, takeout & delivery |
At $18.29 it sits mid-pack among the entrees — below the T-bone, above the steak tips. See the IHOP entrees menu for the full dinner lineup.
The Full Plate
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Breaded beef steak | Fried golden — the protein |
| Pepper gravy | Creamy, smothered over the steak |
| Two sides | Your choice — mashed potatoes and green beans are the classics |
The gravy is the whole dish — it soaks the breading, pools around the sides, and turns the plate into comfort food. Order extra gravy if you mean it.
Country Fried vs Chicken Fried
The eternal diner question, settled:
- Same dish, different name: “country fried” and “chicken fried” steak are the same thing — beef fried like chicken.
- The regional split: Texas says chicken fried; the rest of the South says country fried. IHOP uses the national term.
- The gravy rule: both versions get pepper gravy at IHOP — no brown-gravy variant here.
- What matters: not the name — the breading crunch and the gravy generosity.
The Two Sides: Calorie Control
The 800–960 calorie range is entirely about your side choices:
| Side Pairing | Approximate Total |
|---|---|
| Green beans + side salad | ~800 Cal |
| Mashed potatoes + green beans | ~880 Cal |
| Mashed potatoes + fries | ~960 Cal |
Two vegetable sides keep it near 800; two starches push it to 960. The mashed potatoes plus green beans is the classic middle ground.
Country Fried Steak Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 800–960 |
| Total fat | ~44g |
| Carbohydrates | ~62g |
| Protein | ~38g |
| Sodium | ~1,900mg |
At 800–960 calories this is the most indulgent entree — fried steak plus gravy plus two sides. The range depends entirely on your side choices. Figures vary by location and preparation.
Ordering Tips
- Side strategy: mashed potatoes plus a vegetable is the classic — gravy covers both.
- Extra gravy: ask for a side of gravy — the plate never has enough.
- The dinner entree: this is a dinner-hours item, distinct from the breakfast combos with eggs.
- Calorie control: two vegetable sides hold it near 800 calories.
Country Fried Steak FAQs
How much is the Country Fried Steak?
The IHOP Country Fried Steak costs $18.29 at most locations. Prices vary by restaurant.
What comes with the Country Fried Steak?
A breaded beef steak smothered in pepper gravy, served with your choice of two sides.
How many calories are in the Country Fried Steak?
800–960 calories, depending on your two side choices.
What is the difference between country fried and chicken fried steak?
They are the same dish — beef steak breaded and fried like chicken. “Country fried” is the national term; Texas calls it “chicken fried.”
Which sides go best with Country Fried Steak?
Mashed potatoes and green beans are the classics — the pepper gravy covers both.
Is it available all day?
It is a dinner entree, served during dinner hours at most locations, for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
