'Scary Face Pancakes' return to haunt IHOP restaurants all October long

'Scary Face Pancakes' free for kids ages 12 and younger on Halloween Eve

Guests might think that IHOP stands for "International House of Poltergeists" this October, with the return of "Scary Face Pancakes" to the "Just for Kids" menu.

"Scary Face Pancakes," one of IHOP restaurants most popular promotions, are available now through Oct. 30 at participating restaurants.

And, for young guests who just can't wait until Halloween to get a treat, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, kids ages 12 and younger can dine in at participating IHOP restaurants and enjoy a "Scary Face" pancake for free.

Each order of frighteningly delicious "Scary Face Pancakes comes with one fluffy buttermilk pancake, topped with a bright whipped topping smile and eyes, and a strawberry for a nose. Young guests also receive two mini Oreos and eight pieces of sweet candy corn that they can use to give their pancake a creative candy face.

"We're thrilled to see what creative 'ghoul-icious' pancakes our young guests will come up with this October during one of our most beloved IHOP traditions," said Kirk Thompson, vice president of marketing, International House of Pancakes LLC. "But whether they end up looking frightening, ferocious or just plain fun, we know our young guests will love eating them no matter what!"