Waffle House

Waffle House

Waffle House is a popular American restaurant chain that is known for its round-the-clock service, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. The chain was founded by Joe Rogers Sr. and Tom Forkner in 1955 in Avondale Estates, Georgia.

History

Joe Rogers Sr. and Tom Forkner founded Waffle House in 1955. The first restaurant was located in Avondale Estates, Georgia. The founders wanted to create a restaurant where people could enjoy good food at any time of the day or night. The concept was a success and the chain quickly expanded across the United States.

Menu

Waffle House is famous for its breakfast menu, which includes a variety of waffles, eggs, and meats. The restaurant also offers a lunch and dinner menu, featuring sandwiches, burgers, and other classic American dishes. One of the unique features of Waffle House is its hash browns, which can be ordered in a variety of styles, including "scattered" (spread on the grill), "smothered" (with onions), and "covered" (with cheese).

Locations

As of 2021, there are over 2,100 Waffle House locations in 25 states, with a heavy concentration in the South. The chain is especially prevalent in Georgia, where it was founded, and in other southern states like Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee.

Culture

Waffle House has a unique culture that sets it apart from other restaurant chains. The restaurants are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and have a reputation for staying open even in extreme weather conditions. This has led to the creation of the unofficial "Waffle House Index," used by some to gauge the severity of a natural disaster based on whether the local Waffle House is open or closed.

See Also

• List of restaurant chains in the United States
• American cuisine
• Diner

External Links

• Official Waffle House website