Waffle Bus – American
The air hums with the irresistible scent of golden-brown waffles and sizzling buttermilk fried chicken, drawing diners into a vibrant space where comfort food is reimagined with a playful, modern edge. Crispy, honey-drizzled poultry meets pillowy waffles in a perfect harmony of sweet and savory, while indulgent smashburgers and mac-and-cheese-topped creations offer a decadent feast for the senses. Every bite delivers a bold, soul-satisfying crunch, whether you are braving the fiery heat of Nashville spices or tucking into a buttery brioche bun.
1540, West Alabama Street, Houston, TX, 77006 +18326497232 https://www.thewafflebus.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Waffle Bus
Dairy-Free at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Nutella Banana and Strawberries & Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hot Chicken Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Waffle Bus
Waffle Bus in Houston has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Nutella Banana and Strawberries & Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Waffle Bus
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Sandwich (Brioche Bun) | 35.4 g | 48.8 g |
| Hot Chicken Sandwich | 0.9 g | 40 g |
| Classic Cheeseburger (Brioche Bun) | 21.2 g | 37.9 g |
| Chicken Thunder Fries | 85.5 g | 37.7 g |
| Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffle | 64.9 g | 36.5 g |
| Smashburger (Brioche Bun) | 41.8 g | 33.2 g |
| Cheeseburger Fryders | 29.5 g | 31 g |
| Nutella Banana | 150.2 g | 28.1 g |
| Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich | 61.2 g | 22 g |
| Wings & Waffle Fries | 42.8 g | 20.4 g |
| Wings & Waffles | 106.7 g | 19.4 g |
| Chicken and Waffle Fryders | 26.7 g | 18.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Chicken Sandwiches
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffle: Buttermilk fried chicken, waffle, spicy mayo, ancho chile honey butter Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich (Brioche Bun): Buttermilk fried chicken, pickles, mayo, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Chicken Sandwich: Spicy buttermilk fried chicken, pickles, thunder sauce, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich: Spicy buttermilk fried chicken, coleslaw, pickles, thunder sauce, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- MacDaddy (Brioche Bun): Spicy buttermilk fried chicken, white cheddar mac and cheese, thunder sauce, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
Smashburgers
- Smashburger (Brioche Bun): Angus beef, american cheese, onions, pickles, stormy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cheeseburger (Brioche Bun): Angus beef, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, stormy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheeseburger (Brioche Bun): Angus beef, applewood smoked bacon, american cheese, stormy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings & Things
- Wings & Waffles: 4 battered bone-in chicken wings, waffles, strawberries, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Wings & Waffle Fries: 4 battered bone-in chicken wings, seasoned waffle fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville HOT Wings & Waffles: 4 spicy battered bone-in chicken wings, pickles, waffles, powdered sugar Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Wings and Waffle: 4 battered bone-in buttermilk fried hot honey chicken wings, waffle, strawberries, powdered sugar, syrup, ranch Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Chicken Tenders and Waffles: 2 jumbo battered buttermilk fried chicken tenders, waffle, sweet cream, powdered sugar, strawberries, whipped cream Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Chicken Tender Basket: 2 battered buttermilk fried chicken tenders, seasoned waffle fries, choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Fryders
- Cheeseburger Fryders: 4 cheeseburger sliders, american cheese, spicy mayo, waffle fries used as bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Waffle Fryders: 4 fried chicken sliders, spicy mayo, waffle fries used as bun Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweet Waffle Sandwiches
- Nutella Banana: Nutella, sliced bananas, sweet cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- S’mores: Chocolate ganache, graham cracker crumbles, toasted marshmallow, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberries & Cream: Strawberries, sweet cream, caramel, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Waffle Fries
- Chicken Thunder Fries: Seasoned waffle fries, buttermilk fried chicken bites, spicy mayo, ancho chile honey butter Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- HOT Mess Fries: Seasoned waffle fries, spicy buttermilk fried chicken bites, white cheddar mac & cheese, spicy mayo, ancho chile honey butter, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Seasoned Waffle Fries: Seasoned waffle fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- White Cheddar Mac & Cheese: Housemade white cheddar macaroni and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Coleslaw: Fresh cabbage slaw Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Swirl MilkShake: Choice of one flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Milk & Cereal Ice Cream: Choice of one flavor in a cup or waffle cone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Waffle Bus
- Is Waffle Bus dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Waffle Bus has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Housemade Coleslaw.
- What can I eat at Waffle Bus on a dairy-free diet?
- Housemade Coleslaw carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Waffle Bus gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Waffle Bus?
- Chicken Sandwich (Brioche Bun), at roughly 48.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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