$4.20 | 45 Calories
Waffle House bacon is a high-quality, cured pork product served crispy and hot off the grill.2 They proudly use Smithfield® Bacon—a popular, domestically-produced brand known for its smoky, savory flavor.3 The bacon is cooked directly on the griddle, often pressed to achieve a consistently crisp texture.
Serving Size: A standard side order of Waffle House Bacon is three slices.4
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price (Side Order of 3 Slices): $3.95 to $4.50 (Varies by location).5
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Estimated)
The table below is an approximation for a regular side order of 3 slices of Waffle House bacon.
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~140 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | ~12 g | ~18% |
| Saturated Fat | ~4 g | ~20% |
| Trans Fat | ~0 g | — |
| Cholesterol | ~30 mg | ~10% |
| Sodium | ~520 mg | ~23% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~0 g | ~0% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~0 g | ~0% |
| Total Sugars | ~0 g | — |
| Protein | ~8 g | ~16% |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) |
| Bacon | Cured pork belly (Smithfield® brand), Water, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Nitrite, Natural Smoke Flavoring |
| Cooking Oil | Minimal to none is needed for the bacon itself, as it cooks in its own fat. |
⚠️ Allergens List
The bacon itself (cured pork) does not contain any of the eight major US food allergens.8
However, due to the cooking method:
- Risk of Cross-Contact: Waffle House prepares all items (including eggs, dairy, wheat, and soy products) on the same shared flat-top grill.9 Therefore, cross-contact with major allergens like Milk, Egg, Wheat, and Soy is highly possible.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many slices of bacon come in a standard side order?
Answer: A standard, or “regular,” side order of Waffle House bacon comes with three slices.10 You can typically order a “Large” side, which contains five slices, for an additional charge.
2. Is Waffle House bacon gluten-free?
Answer: The bacon itself is naturally gluten-free.11 However, because the bacon is cooked on a shared grill surface with items like toast and waffles (which contain wheat/gluten), there is a high risk of cross-contamination.
3. What brand of bacon does Waffle House use?
Answer: Waffle House uses Smithfield® Bacon.12 They have a long-standing partnership with the brand, which is known for its quality and consistency.13
4. Can I request my bacon to be cooked extra crispy?
Answer: Absolutely. Waffle House encourages customization.14 You can easily request your bacon to be cooked “well done” or “extra crispy,” which will result in a firmer, crunchier slice.15
5. Why is the bacon listed as having high sodium?
Answer: Bacon is a cured meat, meaning salt and sodium-containing preservatives (like sodium nitrite) are essential ingredients in its preservation and flavor development process.16 All bacon, regardless of the brand, will naturally be high in sodium compared to unprocessed meats.