$10.30 | 600 Calories
That is a fantastic Southern comfort choice! The Bacon, Egg & Cheese Grits Bowl is one of the most satisfying savory breakfasts Waffle House offers.
Here is the detailed breakdown, using the most accurate nutritional data available for the standard size.
This bowl is a layered, savory meal built on the foundation of Southern-style grits.1 It combines the creaminess of the grits with salty bacon, eggs, and melted cheese, all served hot in a bowl for easy mixing.2
The bowl includes:
- Grits: A large, hot, and creamy serving of Southern-style grits (finely ground corn).3
- Eggs: Two scrambled eggs, layered into the bowl.4
- American Cheese: Two slices of American cheese, melted over the top to bind the ingredients.5
- Bacon: Three slices of crumbled Smithfield® Bacon, layered or mixed in.6
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $9.85 to $10.50 (Varies by location).7
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Based on Standard Serving)
The figures below are for the Bacon, Egg & Cheese Grits Bowl as described above. Note that this item is significantly lower in calories than the Hashbrown Bowl counterpart.
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~330 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | ~21 g | ~32% |
| Saturated Fat | ~8 g | ~40% |
| Trans Fat | ~0.5 g | — |
| Cholesterol | ~220 mg | ~73% |
| Sodium | ~960 mg | ~40% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~17 g | ~6% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~1 g | ~4% |
| Total Sugars | ~1 g | — |
| Protein | ~16 g | ~32% |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) |
| Grits | Ground corn (hominy), water, salt, possibly butter/margarine. |
| Eggs | Fresh eggs |
| Bacon | Smithfield® Bacon (cured pork belly, salt, nitrates) |
| Cheese | American Cheese (pasteurized prepared cheese product) |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Bacon, Egg & Cheese Grits Bowl contains the following major food allergens:
- 🥚 Egg (in the scrambled eggs)
- 🥛 Milk (in the American cheese and potentially the grits/butter)
- 🥜 Soy (in the American cheese and cooking oil/margarine used for bacon/eggs)
Potential Allergens (with customization):
- 🌾 Wheat / Gluten: Plain grits are generally gluten-free, but if you add toppings like Sausage Gravy or Bert’s Chili, gluten will be introduced.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I order the Grits Bowl “All the Way”?
Answer: Yes, you can order the Grits Bowl with the famous hashbrown toppings, though it’s less common than on hashbrowns. If you order it “All the Way,” it typically includes the top savory toppings: Smothered (onions), Covered (cheese), Chunked (ham), Diced (tomatoes), Peppered (jalapeños), and Capped (mushrooms).
2. Is the grits bowl available 24 hours a day?
Answer: Yes. Waffle House proudly serves its entire breakfast menu, including all the Grits Bowls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.8
3. What kind of cheese is used in the grits bowl?
Answer: Waffle House uses American cheese in all of its melts, hashbrowns, and bowls. It is chosen for its superior melting quality on the flat-top grill.
4. Is the Bacon, Egg & Cheese Grits Bowl a low-carb option?
Answer: While not strictly low-carb, at approximately 17 grams of total carbohydrates (for the base bowl), it is significantly lower in carbs than any meal that includes a waffle, toast, or hashbrowns, making it a better choice for someone monitoring carbohydrate intake.
5. Can I substitute the bacon for another meat or a vegetable?
Answer: Yes. You can substitute the bacon for sausage or ham chunks at the same price point, or you can request that the meat be replaced with an extra vegetable topping (like Smothered onions or Capped mushrooms) instead, though the substitution process may vary slightly by location.9