$9.30 | 1,050 Calories
That is a classic, essential Waffle House order! The combination of their famous waffle and savory breakfast meat is always a winner.
This meal pairs Waffle House’s signature menu item—the golden, light, and crispy waffle—with your choice of protein, providing a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
The standard platter includes:
- World-Famous Waffle: One classic, golden waffle, cooked to order. It is served with butter/margarine and a side of syrup.
- Choice of Side Meat: You select one of the following:
- Three slices of Smithfield® Bacon, OR
- Two patties of Jimmy Dean® Sausage, OR1
- A slice of Hickory-Smoked Ham (City Ham).2
Note: Waffles can be customized with various toppings like pecans, chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips for an additional charge.3
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $7.95 to $9.50 (Varies by location and choice of meat).
- Pecan Waffles or other specialty waffles/toppings cost extra.
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Estimated)
The table below is an approximation for one Classic Waffle and a side of Bacon (which is generally the lowest-calorie meat choice).
| Nutrient | Classic Waffle (Approx.) | Bacon (3 Slices) (Approx.) | Total Meal (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~410 kcal | ~140 kcal | ~550 kcal |
| Total Fat | ~18 g | ~12 g | ~30 g |
| Saturated Fat | ~10 g | ~4 g | ~14 g |
| Sodium | ~870 mg | ~520 mg | ~1390 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~55 g | ~0 g | ~55 g |
| Sugars | ~15 g | ~0 g | ~15 g |
| Protein | ~8 g | ~8 g | ~16 g |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) | Notes |
| Waffle | Waffle batter (proprietary mix, half-and-half, farm-fresh eggs) | Mix supplied by C.H. Guenther & Son Inc. for specific flavor/texture. |
| Side Meat | Smithfield® Bacon (cured pork belly), Jimmy Dean® Sausage (ground pork), or City Ham (cured pork) | Seasoning and curing agents vary by meat. |
| Toppings | Margarine, Maple-flavored Syrup | Syrup is generally corn syrup-based, not pure maple syrup. |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Waffle with a Side of Meat contains the following major food allergens:
- 🌾 Wheat / Gluten (in the waffle)4
- 🥚 Egg (in the waffle)
- 🥛 Milk (in the half-and-half used in the batter and butter/margarine)5
- 🥜 Soy (in the margarine and likely the waffle mix)
- 🌳 Tree Nuts / Peanuts (If ordered as a Pecan Waffle or with Peanut Butter Chips. Crucially, all waffles are prepared in the same waffle bakers and will come into contact with tree nut/peanut products.)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the waffle batter made fresh at Waffle House?
Answer: Yes. Waffle House uses a proprietary, high-quality waffle mix, but the associates mix this with fresh, farm eggs and half-and-half (cream) daily in small batches to create the final batter, ensuring a fresh, rich texture.6
2. What does it mean to order the waffle “scattered”?
Answer: The term “Scattered” is only used for hashbrowns (meaning to spread them thin and crispy). It does not apply to the waffle. Waffles can be customized with toppings like Pecans or Chocolate Chips, but they are simply “cooked” in the waffle iron.
3. Is the waffle served with real maple syrup?
Answer: No. Waffle House typically serves a maple-flavored syrup, which is generally made from corn syrup and flavorings, not pure maple syrup. Customers can request butter/margarine to be melted on top before the syrup is applied.
4. Which meat choice is the leanest?
Answer: Among the three main choices (Bacon, Sausage, and City Ham), the City Ham and Bacon are generally the lowest in calories and total fat compared to the two patties of Sausage. For a high-protein, low-fat option, some locations offer a side of grilled chicken or turkey sausage/bacon for an upcharge.
5. Can I order any of the hashbrown toppings on my waffle?
Answer: No, the savory hashbrown toppings like Smothered (onions) or Covered (cheese) are not intended for the sweet waffle. Waffle customization is limited to sweet toppings like pecans, chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips.