I spent $20 at IHOP, Denny's, and Perkins. One meal blew me away in terms of taste and value.

I compared $20 meals at IHOP, Denny's, and Perkins to find the best value. Amanda Shammas and jetcityimage I dined at IHOP , Denny's, and Perkins with a $20 budget. I ordered similar menu items at each chain — iced coffee and a biscuits-and-gravy meal. Overall, I thought Perkins offered the tastiest food, and I'm pleased with what I got for my money. When the mornings become cooler, I find myself craving warm comfort food. As someone who never skips breakfast, biscuits covered in creamy gravy sounded like an especially satisfying way to start the day. I wondered how this meal would compare at three well-known breakfast chains — and which would give me the most value for my money. So, within the same week, I visited IHOP, Denny's, and Perkins, each with a $20 budget, and ordered similar menu items. Here's how it went.