$6.50 | 735 Calories
The Waffle House Patty Melt (officially the Texas Angus Patty Melt) is a favorite comfort-food sandwich that perfectly exemplifies the diner’s famous grilled dishes.1
Please note that all nutritional values are estimates based on standard Waffle House preparation and may vary by location.
The Texas Angus Patty Melt is a hearty, savory sandwich served on thick-cut, grilled bread.2 It combines a juicy beef patty with melted cheese and caramelized onions, all pressed and cooked to perfection on the griddle.3
The standard components are:
- Texas Toast: Two thick, buttery slices of white bread, grilled until golden brown and crispy.4
- Angus Beef Patty: A seasoned quarter-pound (4 oz) Angus beef hamburger patty.5
- American Cheese: Two slices of American cheese, melted.6
- Grilled Onions: A generous serving of freshly diced onions, caramelized on the grill.7
Note: This is a standalone sandwich, but it is almost always ordered with a side of Waffle House Hashbrowns.
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $6.25 to $7.99 (Price varies by location).8
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Texas Angus Patty Melt Only)
The table below is for the standard Texas Angus Patty Melt (Patty, Cheese, Onions, Texas Toast) without any added bacon or hashbrowns.
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~730–735 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | ~50 g | ~64% |
| Saturated Fat | ~21 g | ~105% |
| Trans Fat | ~1.5 g | — |
| Cholesterol | ~85 mg | ~28% |
| Sodium | ~1160 mg | ~50% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~42 g | ~14% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~3 g | ~11% |
| Total Sugars | ~6 g | — |
| Protein | ~26 g | ~52% |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) | Notes |
| Beef Patty | Quarter-pound Angus Ground Beef, seasoning (salt/pepper) | Cooked fresh on the grill. |
| Texas Toast | Thick-cut white bread, butter/margarine | Grilled to a crisp golden brown. |
| American Cheese | Pasteurized prepared cheese product | Contains milk and soy products. |
| Grilled Onions | Diced white or yellow onions | Caramelized with oil/butter on the flat-top grill. |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Texas Angus Patty Melt contains the following major food allergens:
- 🌾 Wheat / Gluten (in the Texas Toast)17
- 🥛 Milk (in the American cheese and the butter/margarine used on the toast)18
- 🥜 Soy (in the American cheese, cooking oil, and margarine)
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I order the Patty Melt without the onions?
Answer: Yes, absolutely. Waffle House prides itself on customization. You can simply ask for the Patty Melt with “Hold the onions” or “No grilled onions.”
2. Is the Waffle House Patty Melt available 24/7?
Answer: Yes. Waffle House operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and the Texas Angus Patty Melt is a lunch/dinner favorite that is available on their menu around the clock.19
3. Can I make it a “Double Patty Melt?”
Answer: Yes. For an extra charge, you can typically ask for a double patty (two beef patties instead of one) to be included in your melt, significantly increasing the protein, calories, and cost.20
4. What is the difference between the Patty Melt and the Cheesesteak Melt?
Answer: The Patty Melt uses a ground Angus beef hamburger patty.21 The Texas Cheesesteak Melt uses thinly sliced, chopped steak (similar to a Philly cheesesteak) along with grilled onions.22 They are similar in structure but use different types of beef.
5. What is the best hashbrown topping to pair with the Patty Melt?
Answer: Many customers enjoy pairing the rich, savory Patty Melt with Smothered hashbrowns (grilled onions) to double up on the sweet caramelized onion flavor, or Covered (with cheese) for extra gooeyness. A popular choice is also Capped (with mushrooms).