To what thickness should sliced tomatoes be cut?

Sliced tomatoes should be cut to a thickness of 1/4 inch. This specific thickness ensures that the tomatoes maintain a balance between structural integrity and tenderness, allowing them to hold up well in a variety of dishes while still being easy to bite into and enjoy.

Cutting tomatoes too thin can result in them becoming mushy and losing their texture, while cutting them too thick may make them cumbersome to eat and detract from the overall presentation of the dish. A 1/4 inch thickness allows for sufficient surface area to showcase the tomato’s flavor and freshness, making it a popular standard in many restaurant and culinary settings, including IHOP's Back-of-House operations.