IHOP - Carpinteria

When in town, a visit to the Carpinteria IHOP is a must, and Lisette is always requested for my server. She is very attentive and caring for her customers. Lise... read more When in town, a visit to the Carpinteria IHOP is a must, and Lisette is always requested for my server. She is very attentive and caring for her customers. Lisette is a Carpinteria native, and has been with this IHOP for thirteen years.

I order breakfast but not fully read whole menu about my food. So my came with hashbrow and waiter hint to choose my side order of Hasbrows. I didnt that my ord... read more I order breakfast but not fully read whole menu about my food. So my came with hashbrow and waiter hint to choose my side order of Hasbrows. I didnt that my order come with hashbrown, why would i want double of the same?? So, i asked the waiter to switchthe side order for pankages which it was another of tge choices. And, she said No. too bad you suposed to read the wholedescription of the menu. So, she refused to replaced the side dish. Was this my fault? Yes, Maybe? Does not matter here...Todays business is about service and making right!!!

If you're in Carpinteria, a stop at the IHOP is a must, and I always request Lisette as my server. She is incredibly attentive and takes great care of her custo... read more If you're in Carpinteria, a stop at the IHOP is a must, and I always request Lisette as my server. She is incredibly attentive and takes great care of her customers. A native of Carpinteria, Lisette has been part of this IHOP team for thirteen years.

I received excellent service. The waiter took the time to thank me at the end, and the manager who handled my order was very friendly. read more I received excellent service. The waiter took the time to thank me at the end, and the manager who handled my order was very friendly.

The Good: The service was incredibly friendly! Our food arrived quickly and piping hot. I felt very welcomed. The Bad: There was a group of homeless people gath... read more The Good: The service was incredibly friendly! Our food arrived quickly and piping hot. I felt very welcomed. The Bad: There was a group of homeless people gathered outside, which might deter some visitors. But it really shouldn’t! The Ugly: No negatives at all! This was likely the best IHOP experience I’ve ever had.