Waffle House Menu Prices (2026)
Waffle House prices at a glance
| All-Star Special | $12.55 |
|---|---|
| Scattered, Smothered & Covered (regular) | $5.65 |
| Pecan Waffle | $6.55 |
| Texas Bacon Cheesesteak Melt | $9.95 |
| Grits (regular) | $3.45 |
| Texas Cheesesteak Melt Plate | $11.95 |
Cheapest main item: Original Waffle $5.55 All 43 prices ↓
Waffle House never closes. Every location is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, including holidays — the chain is so reliable that emergency planners informally use the “Waffle House Index” to gauge how badly a storm has hit an area.
The menu is short, cheap and cooked on a flat top in front of you. Hash browns are the centrepiece, ordered by a set of one-word modifiers — scattered, smothered, covered, chunked — that regulars rattle off in sequence. Pricing is among the lowest of any sit-down restaurant in America.
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Waffle House Waffles Prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Original WaffleMake it at home: diner-style buttermilk waffle mixCheck price on Amazon | $5.55 |
| Pecan Waffle | $6.55 |
| Chocolate Chip Waffle | $6.55 |
| Peanut Butter Chip Waffle | $6.55 |
| Blueberry Waffle | $6.75 |
| Double Waffle | $9.25 |
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How to Save Money at Waffle House
- The All-Star Special at $12.55 includes a waffle, eggs, meat, toast and a side — ordering those items separately costs roughly $5 more.
- Coffee is bottomless at about $2.95, which matters on a long stop.
- Hash brown toppings are $0.95 each; three of them cost less than the pre-named combinations at some locations, so order by the modifier.
- Waffle House is open on every holiday, so it is often the only sit-down option on Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Waffle House Menu — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the All-Star Special at Waffle House?
About $12.55 in 2026. It includes a waffle, two eggs, a choice of meat, toast with jelly, and hash browns or grits — the most complete plate on the menu.
What does scattered, smothered and covered mean?
Scattered means spread across the grill rather than in a patty, smothered means with grilled onions, and covered means with melted cheese. Each additional topping adds about $0.95 to the base hash brown price of $3.75.
Is Waffle House really open 24 hours?
Yes. Waffle House restaurants operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. Most locations have no locks on the front doors for that reason.
What are all the hash brown toppings at Waffle House?
Nine: smothered (onions), covered (cheese), chunked (ham), diced (tomato), peppered (jalapeños), capped (mushrooms), topped (chili), country (sausage gravy) and scattered (spread on the grill). All nine together is called All the Way, about $11.95.
How much is a waffle at Waffle House?
An original waffle is about $5.55. Pecan, chocolate chip and peanut butter chip versions run roughly $6.55, and blueberry about $6.75.
Does Waffle House take credit cards?
Yes, all locations accept major credit and debit cards. The chain was cash-only for decades, which is where the old reputation comes from, but that changed years ago.
How much is a Pecan Waffle at Waffle House?
A Pecan Waffle costs about $6.55 at Waffle House in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Waffles are made one at a time on the iron. The pecan waffle is the chain's most ordered variant. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
How much is a Texas Bacon Cheesesteak Melt at Waffle House?
A Texas Bacon Cheesesteak Melt costs about $9.95 at Waffle House in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
How much are Grits at Waffle House?
Grits cost about $3.45 at Waffle House in 2026, based on national average menu prices. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect to pay a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
Is Waffle House open on Thanksgiving Day?
Yes. On Thanksgiving Day 2025: Open 24 hours, as every day of the year. Thanksgiving Day 2026 is Thursday, November 26; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Is Waffle House open on Christmas Day?
Yes. On Christmas Day 2025: Open 24 hours, 365 days a year. Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25; check your local restaurant's hours before you go.
Waffle House Price Comparisons
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