$3.15 | 330 Calories
The Grilled Cheese Sandwich is Waffle House’s take on the comfort food classic. It is a simple, non-meat sandwich designed for quick consumption, served hot and perfectly grilled.
The sandwich consists of:
- Grilled Toast: Two slices of buttered white or wheat toast (the white is standard) grilled on the flat-top until golden and crispy.1
- American Cheese: Two slices of American cheese, melted between the two slices of toast.2
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $3.15 to $4.50 (Varies by location.3 It is one of the most budget-friendly sandwiches on the menu).
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Estimated)
The nutrition below is for one Grilled Cheese Sandwich on White Toast.
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~330 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | ~21 g | ~27% |
| Saturated Fat | ~10 g | ~50% |
| Cholesterol | ~30 mg | ~10% |
| Sodium | ~870 mg | ~38% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~26 g | ~9% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~1 g | ~4% |
| Total Sugars | ~3 g | — |
| Protein | ~10 g | ~20% |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) |
| Toast | Sliced white or wheat bread, butter/margarine |
| American Cheese | Pasteurized prepared cheese product (dairy, oil, stabilizers) |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Waffle House Grilled Cheese Sandwich contains the following major food allergens:
- 🥛 Milk (in the American cheese and margarine/butter)
- 🌾 Wheat / Gluten (in the toast)
- 🥜 Soy (in the margarine/butter and American cheese)
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I add meat to the Grilled Cheese Sandwich?
Answer: Yes! If you add meat, the sandwich becomes a different item. The most popular additions are bacon or ham. When ham is added, it is typically referred to as a Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich or a Ham Melt, which has a higher price and calorie count.
2. What kind of cheese is used in the sandwich?
Answer: Waffle House almost exclusively uses American cheese (a pasteurized prepared cheese product) for their melts and sandwiches.5 It is chosen because it melts quickly and uniformly on the hot grill.
3. Can I choose a different type of toast for the Grilled Cheese?
Answer: Yes. You can usually choose between white toast (the default), wheat toast, or sometimes Texas Toast for an upcharge. Raisin toast is often available but less common for a savory sandwich.
4. Is the Grilled Cheese Sandwich served with any side item?
Answer: No, the Grilled Cheese Sandwich is typically served a la carte (by itself). If you want a side like hashbrowns, grits, or fries, you would need to order it separately for an additional charge.
5. Can I order the Grilled Cheese 24 hours a day?
Answer: Yes. Waffle House is famous for being open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and they serve their entire menu, including the Grilled Cheese Sandwich, all day and all night.