The Tastiest Secret Menu Items to Order at Waffle House

Learn how to level up your usual order at Waffle House

Co-authored by Wayne Dang and Bailey Cho

Last Updated: March 20, 2023 Fact Checked

Whether you’re stopping by at 11 AM or 11 PM, Waffle House is the ultimate spot for a comforting meal. Their regular menu is simple, classic, and delicious, but what if we told you there’s a way to switch up your usual order and get something off of the menu? In this article, we’re providing an exciting list of Waffle House secret menu items and food hacks so you find your next favorite meal.

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Double D’s

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If you’re craving something hearty, this secret menu item is guaranteed to fill you up! The Double D’s feature two perfectly fried eggs on top of two rings of crispy hash browns. It’s carbs, fat, and protein—everything you need to power through the day.^{[1]
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Waffle Sandwich

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Purchase any sandwich off the menu and two waffles. Since the waffle sandwich blew up on TikTok, many locations don’t make it anymore, but you can still try this genius hack if you assemble it yourself. Once your order arrives, replace the bread on your sandwich with waffles, and enjoy!^{[2]
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- If you want to try the viral waffle sandwich, order the Bacon Texas Cheesesteak Melt. It features thinly-sliced cheesesteak, bacon, grilled onions, and American cheese.
- If you want a breakfast sandwich, order the All-Star Special and an extra waffle. Layer your scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, and jelly between the two waffles to make your creation.^{[3]
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Waffle Taco

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Order the All-Star Special, place everything on top of the waffle, and fold. Make the ultimate breakfast taco by filling your waffle with eggs, bacon, hash browns, and whatever else you like. If you want some spice, add some tabasco sauce to your taco. Or, drizzle on some syrup for a sweet and savory flavor combination.^{[4]
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- If you’re craving lunch or dinner ingredients, order a hash brown bowl and use it as your filling.

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Sausage, Egg, & Cheese on Raisin Toast

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Looking to elevate your usual breakfast sandwich? Replace the bread on your Sausage, Egg, & Cheese with raisin toast. The sweet raisins complement the savory ingredients in the sandwich, creating the perfect balance of flavors.^{[5]
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Biscuit

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Cheese, bacon, and ranch are heavenly together, but they taste even better between two buttery biscuits. Ask your server to add these extra toppings to the normal chicken biscuit, and prepare yourself for an explosion of cheesy, creamy, and savory goodness.^{[6]
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The Heart Attack

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If you want a rich and decadent meal, this secret menu item is the one for you! The Heart Attack features a beef patty, cheese, and hash browns between two slices of Texas toast. Half of the burger is smothered with chili, and the other half is smothered in gravy—it’s messy, but we promise it’s worth it.^{[7]
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Apple Cinnamon Waffle

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Request a custom waffle with apples and cinnamon sugar. You can’t leave Waffle House without ordering waffles, and this off-menu item proves exactly why. Fresh green apple slices are tossed in cinnamon sugar, then baked in their sweet cream waffle batter. Each bite gives you a taste of fall, but it’s a comforting dish that you can enjoy year round.
- This secret menu might not be available at all locations, but it never hurts to ask your server. We promise the warm and cozy flavors are totally worth it!^{[8]
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Chocolate and Peanut Butter Waffle

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Request a “made-to-order” waffle with chocolate and peanut butter chips. The chocolate chip waffle and the peanut butter chip waffle are on the regular menu, so why not combine the two? If you love the flavors of a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, this hack is guaranteed to become your next go-to!^{[9]
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- For a sweet and nutty flavor explosion, ask them to top the pecan waffle with chocolate chips and peanut butter chips.

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Fruity Pebble Waffle

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Ask them to bake fruity cereal in their original waffle. When you look at this crunchy and colorful waffle, you can’t help but smile. The Fruity Pebble Waffle features Fruity Pebbles cereal baked straight into their sweet cream waffle batter. It seems like something out of a childhood dream, but it’s definitely real (and definitely delicious).
- Since cereal isn’t on the regular menu, some locations might not be able to make this item, but give it a shot and ask your server—the sweet and fruity flavors are magical!

10

Arnold Palmer

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Create a custom drink that’s half tea and half lemonade. If you want something to wash down your meal, order the classic Arnold Palmer. It’s a sweet and refreshing blend of Alice’s Iced Tea and Minute Maid Lemonade that pairs well with anything on the menu.^{[10]
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- Waffle House serves Alice’s Teamonade on the menu, but it comes pre-sweetened. If you want a sugar-free Arnold Palmer (or you want to customize your sugar level), use this hack and stir in your desired amount of sweetener.

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Sugar-Free Syrup

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If regular syrup is too sweet for you, ask your server for the sugar-free version. It tastes just as great as their original syrup, but it has way less sugar—pour away!