Steak at a 24-hour waffle diner sounds like a gamble. But Waffle House steak and eggs has a loyal following, especially among late-night truckers, night-shift workers and anyone who wants a real meal at 4 a.m. Here’s what you get, what it costs and how to order it.
Waffle House Steak Options
| Plate | What’s included | Typical price | Calories (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-Bone Steak & Eggs | T-bone, two eggs, hashbrowns or grits, toast | $14–$18 | 900–1,000 |
| T-Bone Steak Dinner | T-bone, two sides (such as hashbrowns), Texas toast | $14.95–$15.95 | varies by sides |
| Sirloin Dinner | Sirloin, two sides, Texas toast | Often under $10–$12 | varies by sides |
Plates and prices vary by location. Some stores also offer a sirloin with eggs, so check the menu board. More on our lunch and dinner menu and breakfast menu.
T-Bone Steak and Eggs
The T-bone is the most expensive plate at Waffle House and the one people talk about. A T-bone has two cuts on one bone: the strip on one side and a smaller piece of tenderloin on the other. It is cooked on the grill right in front of you, and you pick the doneness.
It comes with two eggs any style plus hashbrowns or grits and toast, so it is a very big meal.
Our verdict: For around $15, it is one of the cheapest T-bones you will find anywhere, and it is cooked to order. It won’t beat a steakhouse, but it’s not trying to.
Sirloin vs T-Bone
| T-Bone | Sirloin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Higher | Lower |
| Size | Larger, bone-in | Smaller, boneless |
| Flavor | Rich, two textures | Lean and beefy |
| Best for | A big treat meal | A cheaper steak fix |
If you are very hungry or want the full experience, get the T-bone. If you want steak on a budget, the sirloin plate is the better value.
How to Order Your Steak
Tell your server how you want it cooked:
| Doneness | What it means |
|---|---|
| Rare | Red, cool center |
| Medium rare | Red, warm center |
| Medium | Pink center |
| Medium well | Slightly pink |
| Well done | No pink |
Thin diner steaks cook fast, so medium is a safe choice. Rare can come out more done than you expect.
Then pick your eggs (scrambled, over easy, over medium and so on) and your side. Here is where you can get creative: order your hashbrowns scattered, smothered and covered, or “capped” with mushrooms. Our hashbrowns guide lists all nine toppings.
Calories and Protein
A T-bone and eggs plate has roughly 900 to 1,000 calories, depending on your sides. It is also one of the highest-protein meals on the menu, thanks to the steak plus two eggs. See more in our high-protein menu guide and keto and low-carb guide. For low carb, skip the toast and get sliced tomatoes instead of hashbrowns.
Is Waffle House Steak Worth It?
Yes, if you go in with the right expectations. It is a well-cooked diner steak at a fair price, available any hour. For the best value on the menu overall, the All-Star Special still wins. But when you want a steak at midnight, nothing else in town is open.
T-bone and eggs also made our list of the best things to order at Waffle House.
Make Steak and Eggs at Home
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Waffle House cooks its steaks fast on a very hot flat grill. You can get the same browned crust at home with a heavy pan and high heat. Salt and pepper the steak, cook it a few minutes per side, then fry your eggs in the same pan. Add a side of our copycat Waffle House hash browns and you have the full plate.
- A cast iron skillet: it holds heat like a diner grill and gives the steak a dark, even crust. See it on Amazon
- An instant-read meat thermometer: thin steaks overcook in seconds, so check the inside instead of guessing. See it on Amazon
- Steak knives: a sharp, serrated knife makes a T-bone much easier to eat. Budget pick · Premium pick
Check the current price on Amazon before you buy, since prices change often.
FAQ
How much is steak and eggs at Waffle House?
The T-bone and eggs plate usually costs about $14 to $18, depending on location.
What comes with Waffle House steak and eggs?
A T-bone steak, two eggs any style, hashbrowns or grits, and toast.
Is Waffle House steak real steak?
Yes. The T-bone is a real bone-in steak, cooked to order on the grill.
Can I get steak at Waffle House at night?
Yes. Waffle House serves its full menu 24/7, so steak is available any time.
