Does Waffle House offer free coffee refills, and is there a time limit?

Yes, coffee refills are free and unlimited at Waffle House, and there is no official time limit as long as you're a seated, active customer. This policy applies to both regular and decaf coffee. The same free-refill policy also applies to iced tea and fountain sodas at most locations. It's one of the most generous refill policies in the American diner industry and is a big reason why regulars often linger over multiple cups during their visits.

Is Alice's Iced Tea actually named after a real person?

Yes! Alice is a nod to the generations of Waffle House servers often named or nicknamed Alice who became legendary for their personal service style and warm Southern hospitality at the counter. The name became a cultural shorthand within the Waffle House community for that classic, no-fuss, perfectly brewed iced tea that's been a staple on the menu for decades. It's available sweetened or unsweetened and has earned a near-cult following among regulars.

Can I order a sugar-free or low-calorie beverage option at Waffle House?

Absolutely. Diet Coke, Pepsi Zero, and unsweetened iced tea are all near-zero-calorie options. Black coffee (regular or decaf) is also essentially calorie-free at just 5 calories per cup. For the health-conscious diner, unsweetened tea with a lemon wedge is the best overall drink — refreshing, calorie-free, and deeply Southern. Waffle House does not currently offer sugar-free syrups or dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk for coffee, so keep that in mind if you have dietary restrictions.

Does Waffle House serve alcohol or beer at any locations?

No, Waffle House does not serve alcohol of any kind at any of its locations. This is a deliberate brand philosophy that has remained consistent since 1955. The chain prides itself on being a family-friendly, 24/7 diner accessible to all ages and all occasions.

What's the best drink to pair with a Waffle House hashbrown order and why?

For a classic hashbrown order, sweet iced tea is the best pairing because it balances the richness of cheese and toppings. Unsweet tea with lemon works great for spicier options, while coffee pairs well with breakfast plates.

☕ Beverages & Drinks 2026

Waffle House Beverages Menu 2026: Drinks, Prices & Calories

This guide covers Waffle House beverages, including coffee, Alice’s Iced Tea™, fountain drinks, juice and milk options. Nutrition information is based on Waffle House’s official nutrition data updated May 5, 2026. Prices can vary by restaurant, so any price shown should be treated as a location-specific example rather than a guaranteed national price.

● Official Nutrition Data

● Hot & Cold Drins

● Calories by Beverage

● Prices Vary by Location

How We Verify This Beverage Guide

Beverage names and nutrition values are checked against Waffle House’s official Full Nutritionals document and current Waffle House location or online-order menus. Prices and availability may differ by restaurant, so local ordering information should be checked before visiting or ordering.

⭐ Waffle House Coffee & Alice’s Iced Tea

Alice’s Iced Tea

Alice’s Iced Tea™ is Waffle House’s branded iced tea. Current Waffle House nutrition information lists the sweet version at 70 calories and the unsweetened version at 0 calories.

$3.10
Price

~70 Cal
Sweet

~0 Cal
Unsweet

Free
Refills

Available sweetened or unsweetened. Refill Policy Varies at most locations.

Signature Diner Coffee

Waffle House’s official nutrition guide lists Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee and Decaf Coffee. Each is listed at 5 calories in the May 2026 nutrition document.

$2.30
Price

~5 Cal
Black

Reg/Decaf
Options

Free
Refills

Refill Policy Varies. Served with cream & sugar on the side.

🔥 Hot Beverages

Diner Coffee (Regular)

Classic bold-brewed diner coffee. Check Local Refill Policy. The fuel of road trips and early mornings.

$2.30

Refill Policy Varies

Decaf Coffee

All the flavor, none of the caffeine. Same bottomless refill policy as regular.

$2.30

Refill Policy Varies

Hot Tea

Served with a selection of tea bags orange pekoe and herbal options. Comes with lemon on request.

$2.30

HOT

Hot Chocolate

Rich, creamy cocoa made with steamed milk. Perfect for the kids or honestly, for anyone at 2 AM.

$2.65

HOT

Hot Apple Cider (Seasonal)

Available fall/winter at select locations. Spiced, sweet, and surprisingly cozy at a highway diner.

$2.80

SEASONAL

🧊 Cold Beverages & Soft Drinks

Alice’s Iced Tea (Sweet)

Freshly brewed, amber-colored Southern sweet tea. Ice cold, smooth, and borderline addictive.

$3.10

ICONIC

Alice’s Iced Tea (Unsweet)

All the refreshing cold brew flavor without the sugar. Add a lemon wedge to elevate it.

$3.10

COLD

Coca-Cola / Pepsi

Classic fountain soda served ice cold. Coke and Pepsi availability varies by location.

$2.90

Refill Policy Varies

Diet Coke / Pepsi Zero

Zero-calorie cold fountain soda. Perfect for the hashbrown-heavy meal combo.

$2.90

Refill Policy Varies

Sprite / 7-Up

Cool, crisp lemon-lime fizz the go-to for those who want something lighter than cola.

$2.90

Refill Policy Varies

Simply® Orange Juice

Waffle House’s current menu information lists Simply® Orange Juice at 160 calories. Price and availability may vary by location.

$2.75

FRESH

Apple Juice

Sweet, golden apple juice served chilled. Great choice for kids or the apple-waffle pairing.

$2.50

COLD

Milk (White or Chocolate)

Served cold. Chocolate milk is a sleeper hit for the kids’ combo. White milk pairs with anything.

$2.65

COLD

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Waffle House Beverage Calories

Beverage	Calories
Coffee	5
Dark Roast Coffee	5
Decaf Coffee	5
Coca-Cola®	160
Diet Coke®	0
Sprite®	160
Pibb-Xtra®	150
Barq’s Root Beer®	180
Hi-C® Fruit Punch	170
Simply Lemonade	160
Alice’s Iced Tea™ – Unsweet	0
Alice’s Iced Tea™ – Sweet	70
Alice’s Iced Tea-Monade	140
Simply Orange Juice	160
Simply Apple Juice	160
Honest Kids Apple Juice	35
Regular Milk	130
Large Milk	250
Regular Chocolate Milk	230
Large Chocolate Milk	440
Hot Tea	5

These are the listed values in Waffle House’s official nutrition document updated May 5, 2026.

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❓ Beverages Menu – Frequently Asked Questions

Waffle House’s May 2026 nutrition guide lists Diet Coke and Alice’s Iced Tea Unsweet at 0 calories. Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, Decaf Coffee and Hot Tea are listed at 5 calories each. Nutrition values can depend on serving or ordering configuration.

Sweet = 70 Cal; Unsweet = 0 Cal.

Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee and Decaf Coffee are in the current nutrition guide.

Current nutrition information lists Simply Orange, Simply Apple and Honest Kids Apple Juice.

No fixed national price should be assumed; current official location menus show location-level variation.

Waffle House Beverages Menu 2026: Drinks, Prices & Calories

How We Verify This Beverage Guide