{"id":148425,"date":"2023-11-01T15:05:46","date_gmt":"2023-11-01T19:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/?p=148425"},"modified":"2023-11-01T15:05:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T19:05:52","slug":"12-more-things-you-didnt-know-about-waffle-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/?p=148425","title":{"rendered":"12 More Things You Didn’t Know About Waffle House"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When it comes to Waffle House<\/a>, most folks might think they’ve got it all figured out. Sure, it’s a go-to spot for waffles, hash browns, and late-night munchies. But there’s much more brewing beneath that iconic yellow sign. Sit back, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and discover these additional tidbits that add extra flavor to this beloved Southern institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Record Label, Believe It Or Not<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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In a move that would surprise many, Waffle House actually has its own music label: Waffle Records. The chain uses its Jukeboxes to play original songs about, you guessed it, Waffle House. So if you’ve ever tapped your feet to a tune about hash browns or waffles, you now know why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coded Language<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ever wonder how the servers remember all those custom orders? Well, they don’t have to. Waffle House staff use a coded system of placement for the condiments and utensils on a plate to indicate what kind of waffle, toast or hash browns you’ve ordered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Power of the Coffee Pot<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Coffee is, without a doubt, a staple at Waffle House. What you may not know is that the chain serves about three million pounds of coffee annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roadside Attraction<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Waffle House started in Georgia, and that Southern influence still holds strong. The majority of its locations are adjacent to highways and interstates, not inside big cities. This is a strategic move. They’re not just places to eat; they’re refuges for travelers and late-night commuters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Museum to Its Name<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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“Original Waffle House (fisheye view)<\/a>” by Thomas Cizauskas<\/a> is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The original Waffle House, located in Avondale Estates, has been converted into a Waffle House Museum. Open by appointment, this place offers a trip down memory lane, showcasing vintage uniforms, old menus, and other memorabilia. If you’ve ever wanted to know the story behind your All-Star Special, this is where you’ll find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Annual Waffle Week<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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While it serves waffles all year round, Waffle House founded “National Waffle Week” each year, during which it celebrates the menu item that gives it its name. Limited-time offerings and specials ensure that regulars and newcomers alike have something to look forward to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secret Menu Items<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Think you know the Waffle House menu front to back? Think again. The chain actually has a set of secret menu items, though they\u2019re not officially advertised. There are different types of waffles, a special syrup, and even rumors of a waffle sandwich, but if we told you about them, they wouldn’t be a secret anymore, would they?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Star Employee Recognition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Good service often goes unnoticed, but not at Waffle House. They have an internal “Employee of the Year” program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Tech Synergy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Here’s one for the locals. Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer is a Georgia Tech alumnus, and there is a Waffle House on the Georgia Tech campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Ahead<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Though it\u2019s known for its walk-in service, you can actually place orders ahead of time for pick-up, something not commonly advertised. This option is particularly popular around the holidays, making it easier to treat your entire family to a Waffle House feast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Have Their Own Waffle Iron<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The waffle irons used at Waffle House are custom-made, ensuring the waffles are cooked to perfection every single time. You won’t find these irons in any other establishment, making your waffle a truly unique creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Unofficial Wedding Venue<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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While not an official service, several couples have chosen to tie the knot inside Waffle House locations. It’s a testament to the deep affection patrons have for this dining institution, making even life’s biggest moments a bit better with waffles and hash browns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So there you have it, even more reasons to cherish this Southern gem. The next time you slide into that Waffle House booth, whether it’s on Peachtree Street or on a highway in the middle of nowhere, you’ll have a richer understanding of what makes this chain not just another roadside attraction but a vital part of the American dining experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When it comes to Waffle House, most folks might think they’ve got it all figured out. Sure, it’s a go-to spot for waffles, hash browns, and late-night munchies. But there’s much more brewing beneath that iconic yellow sign. Sit back, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and discover these additional tidbits that add extra flavor […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":148581,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"newspack_featured_image_position":"","newspack_post_subtitle":"","newspack_article_summary_title":"Overview:","newspack_article_summary":"","newspack_hide_updated_date":false,"newspack_show_updated_date":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[247],"tags":[10870],"class_list":["post-148425","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-georgia-places","tag-waffle-house","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148425","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=148425"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148425\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148581"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=148425"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=148425"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=148425"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}