Waffle House Sides Prices

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The Waffle House side dish menu offers several protein choices, including Smithfield bacon, Jimmy Dean sausage, City Ham, and a USDA Choice T-Bone steak. Some items are available in different sizes.  Waffle House sides prices range from $3.70 for a Bowl of Grits in Houston, Texas, to $12.10 for a T-Bone steak in Guadalupe, Arizona. Most items in this category have an average price of $7.00. A regular order of Bacon includes three strips, but can be upgraded to a large with five strips for an additional $2.40, while a regular Sausage order of two patties can be increased to three for the same upcharge.

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Waffle House menu prices 2026

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How much is a Bacon?

A Bacon side costs between $4.45 and $7.85 based on the latest Waffle House sides prices. A regular order with three strips costs $4.45 to $5.20, while a large with five strips costs $6.85 to $7.85. A regular Bacon side is priced at $4.45 in Houston, TX, and $5.20 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a Sausage?

According to the latest Waffle House sides prices, a Sausage side costs between $4.45 and $7.85. A regular order with two patties costs $4.45 to $5.20, while a large with three patties costs $6.85 to $7.85. A regular Sausage side is priced at $4.45 in Houston, TX, and $5.20 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a Chicken Sausage?

The price of a Chicken Sausage is $4.45 to $5.20 on the Waffle House sides prices. This side consists of two Springer Mountain Farms chicken sausage patties. The cost is $4.45 in Houston, TX, and increases to $5.20 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a City Ham?

The current price for a City Ham is $4.45 to $5.20 on the Waffle House sides prices. This is a single 3-ounce slice of hickory-smoked city ham. The cost is $4.45 in Houston, TX, and rises to $5.20 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a T-Bone?

A T-Bone is available for $10.30 to $12.10 on the Waffle House sides prices. This is a 10-ounce USDA Choice T-Bone steak cooked to order. The charge is $10.30 in Houston, TX, and increases to $12.10 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a Delmonico Steak?

An order of a Delmonico Steak costs $8.25 to $9.45 on the Waffle House sides prices. This is the restaurant's signature USDA Choice Delmonico steak. The price is $8.25 in Houston, TX, and increases to $9.45 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a Grilled Chicken?

The Grilled Chicken is priced at $6.25 to $7.50 on the Waffle House sides prices. This is a 5-ounce grilled chicken breast from Springer Mountain Farms. The cost is $6.25 in Houston, TX, and increases to $7.50 in Guadalupe, AZ.

How much is a Bowl of Grits?

The Bowl of Grits costs $3.70 to $5.10 on the Waffle House sides prices. A plain bowl costs $3.70 to $4.45, while adding cheese for a $0.65 upcharge increases the total. A plain Bowl of Grits is priced at $3.70 in Houston, TX, and $4.45 in Guadalupe, AZ.

Waffle House Sides Prices by Year

Historical records of Waffle House sides prices show an upward trend, aligning with the chain's overall menu price surge of 96% between 2020 and 2025. A side of bacon that was priced under $4.00 in 2020 now costs between $4.45 and $5.20 in 2026, while premium sides like the T-bone steak now cost over $10.00. The table below details the cost progression for a standard side item over recent years at Waffle House restaurants.

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The cost of an item on the Waffle House sides prices is shaped by three main components. The list below clarifies these points.

  • Protein Type and Cut: The price is directly influenced by the specific meat. A side of sausage costs less than a premium USDA Choice T-Bone steak.
  • Portion Size: The amount of food determines the cost. A regular order of bacon with three strips is cheaper than a large order with five strips, which adds a $2.40 upcharge.
  • Order Method: The way an order is placed affects the final bill. Opting for a to-go order adds a mandatory service fee of 20% at many locations.

Waffle House sides prices were much lower in past years. During the late 2010s, a standard meat side like bacon or sausage averaged between $3.00 and $4.00. The current average for these same items now sits in the $4.45 to $5.20 range, reflecting significant cost adjustments across the menu.

The T-Bone steak has seen one of the most significant price increases among Waffle House sides prices. A steak plate that cost $8.50 in 2020 has a current starting price of $10.30 for the steak alone. This item's price is highly reactive to the volatile beef commodity market, making it more susceptible to large price adjustments than processed meats.

The Bowl of Grits has consistently been the most economical choice on the Waffle House sides prices. Its price has risen from under $3.00 in 2023 to a current starting price of $3.70. The simple recipe of ground corn gives it a much lower production cost than any of the protein sides on the Waffle House sides menu.

Why do Waffle House prices vary by location?

Waffle House sides prices differ between locations because local expenses affect menu rates. In Houston, TX, Bacon costs $4.45, T-Bone costs $10.30, Grilled Chicken breast costs $6.25, and a Bowl of Grits costs $3.70. The same items cost $5.20, $12.10, $7.50, and $4.45, respectively, in Guadalupe, AZ. Small differences can also appear when servers enter orders through the diner's manual ticket system. The table below shows the costs for these specific items across different locations.

Waffle House's Prices — Houston, Texas

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Waffle House's Prices — Guadalupe, Arizona

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Waffle House's Prices — Jacksonville, Florida

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Waffle House's Prices — Atlanta, Georgia

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Waffle House's Prices — Charlotte, North Carolina

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Waffle House's Prices — Birmingham, Alabama

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Yes, inflation has contributed to higher Waffle House sides prices as rising ingredient, supply, and labor costs push menu rates upward. A 96% increase across the menu over five years would raise a $3.00 side in 2020 to $5.88 in 2025. The increase shows how higher operating expenses can lead to higher prices for individual menu items.

The cost of raw ingredients is a primary driver of Waffle House sides prices. Wholesale pork belly prices saw extreme volatility over the last decade, spiking to over $2.00 per pound at times, which directly impacts the cost of Smithfield bacon. The price of beef has also seen a steady upward trend, affecting the cost of the T-Bone and Delmonico steaks.

No, Waffle House sides prices are not reduced through promotions or limited-time offers. The company maintains a consistent, everyday pricing model. The only way to receive a discount is through digital coupons from the Waffle House Regulars Club.

No, Waffle House sides prices do not include combo meal rates. All sides are sold as individual items. Adding a side of bacon or a steak to another meal must be done as a separate purchase at its standard menu price.

Ordering Waffle House sides through delivery apps comes with higher prices than ordering at the restaurant. A side of Bacon costs $4.45 in Houston, TX, but is priced at $4.95 on Uber Eats. The T-Bone rises from $10.30 in-store to $11.60 on the app, while Grilled Chicken increases from $6.25 to $7.00. A Bowl of Grits also goes from $3.70 to $4.45. The app prices are listed before the mandatory 20% to-go fee and other platform charges are added.

What are the Other Menus of Waffle House?

Waffle House provides numerous other food categories beyond individual sides. These sections offer meals for any time of day. Pricing information for these other Waffle House categories is shown below.