The age of Frankenstein franchises is coming: First IHOP-Applebee’s combo restaurant to open in Texas

The brand mash-up follows a line of others, such as Taco Bell-KFC and Auntie Anne’s-Cinnabons. And we’ll likely see more, as restaurant chains continue to struggle.

Everyone loves a good fast-food combo meal, but what about a combo restaurant? How about IHOP pancakes with an Applebee’s steak and fries?