Whataburger Breakfast Menu, Prices, Calories and Hours
Whataburger runs one of the longest breakfast windows in fast food, serving from 11pm to 11am every day, which covers everything from a late night shift ending at 2am to a slow Sunday morning. The lineup ranges from a simple biscuit to a full Breakfast Bowl, and every price and calorie count on this page matches across every table below, so there is no guessing which number is the current one.
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Breakfast Hours (11PM-11AM)
Breakfast runs on a fixed overnight-to-morning schedule at nearly every Whataburger, which is longer than what most fast food chains offer and makes it a realistic option well outside the usual 6am to 10am rush.
Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit
Breakfast on a Bun® Ranchero
Biscuit and Gravy
Taquito with Cheese
Breakfast
Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit
Pancake Platter
Biscuit with Bacon
Biscuit with Sausage
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Time | 11:00 PM |
| End Time | 11:00 AM |
| Window Length | 12 hours, daily |
| Regular Menu Returns | 11:00 AM |
| Note | Hours can vary slightly by location, especially at 24-hour restaurants |
Most Popular Breakfast Items
These five show up most often in regular orders, based on how frequently they get mentioned across reviews and repeat visits, and they give a good starting point if this is your first time ordering breakfast here.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | $3.39 | 570 Cal |
| Breakfast Burger | $5.69 | 670 Cal |
| Taquito with Cheese | $3.69 | 440 Cal |
| Breakfast Bowl | $6.19 | 980 Cal |
| Breakfast Platter | $4.89 | 665 Cal |
Full Breakfast Menu
Every item currently on the breakfast lineup is listed below with its price and calorie count, so you can compare a lighter biscuit against a full platter before deciding what to order.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | $3.39 | 570 Cal |
| Breakfast on a Bun Ranchero | $4.89 | 530 Cal |
| Biscuit and Gravy | $3.19 | 510 Cal |
| Taquito with Cheese | $3.69 | 440 Cal |
| Breakfast Bowl | $6.19 | 980 Cal |
| Pancake Platter | $4.69 | 945 Cal |
| Biscuit with Bacon | $2.99 | 395 Cal |
| Biscuit with Sausage | $2.99 | 560 Cal |
| Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit | $1.99 | 330 Cal |
| Biscuit | $1.99 | 330 Cal |
| Cinnamon Roll | $2.99 | 570 Cal |
| Hash Brown Sticks | $1.99 | 190 Cal |
| Pancakes | $2.99 | 630 Cal |
| Breakfast Platter | $4.89 | 665 Cal |
| Breakfast on a Bun | $3.99 | 525 Cal |
| Biscuit Sandwich | $4.49 | 705 Cal |
| Breakfast Burger | $5.69 | 670 Cal |
| Egg Sandwich | $2.49 | 310 Cal |
| Egg and Cheese Biscuit | $3.19 | 465 Cal |
Breakfast Whatameal Combos
Most sandwiches on this list can be ordered as a Whatameal, which bundles the main item with hash brown sticks and a drink for a few dollars more than ordering everything separately.
| Whatameal | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit Whatameal | $6.99 | 940 Cal |
| Taquito with Cheese Whatameal | $6.99 | 810 Cal |
| Breakfast on a Bun Whatameal | $7.29 | 895 Cal |
| Biscuit Sandwich Whatameal | $7.69 | 1075 Cal |
Nutrition Breakdown
Beyond just calories, protein and fat content make a real difference for anyone tracking macros in the morning, and the numbers below cover every item so a lighter biscuit can be weighed against a heavier platter at a glance.
| Item | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biscuit | 330 | 17 g | 33 g | 5 g |
| Biscuit with Bacon | 395 | 23 g | 33 g | 9 g |
| Biscuit with Sausage | 560 | 39 g | 33 g | 17 g |
| Egg and Cheese Biscuit | 465 | 27 g | 33 g | 15 g |
| Biscuit and Gravy | 510 | 30 g | 47 g | 8 g |
| Egg Sandwich | 310 | 13 g | 34 g | 15 g |
| Biscuit Sandwich | 705 | 44 g | 46 g | 26 g |
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | 570 | 22 g | 68 g | 22 g |
| Taquito with Cheese | 440 | 24 g | 37 g | 18 g |
| Pancakes | 630 | 17 g | 108 g | 9 g |
| Breakfast Bowl | 980 | 63 g | 55 g | 35 g |
| Breakfast on a Bun | 525 | 30 g | 34 g | 25 g |
| Breakfast Burger | 670 | 37 g | 51 g | 28 g |
| Hash Brown Sticks | 190 | 11 g | 21 g | 2 g |
How It Compares to Other Breakfast Chains
Whataburger is not the cheapest breakfast option on paper, but the portion sizes and the 12 hour window change the value math compared to chains that only serve breakfast for a few hours.
| Chain | Signature Item | Price | Breakfast Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whataburger | Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | $3.39 | 12 hours (11pm to 11am) |
| McDonald’s | Big Breakfast | $6.49 | Ends around 10:30am |
| Burger King | Ultimate Breakfast Platter | $7.29 | Ends around 10:30am |
What to Order Based on What You Want
💰 On a budget — Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit or Hash Brown Sticks, both under $2 and enough to hold you over.
🔥 Watching calories — Egg Sandwich at 310 calories or a plain Biscuit at 330 calories, both come in under 400.
💪 Want maximum protein — Breakfast Bowl at 35 grams of protein, no bread required.
🍯 Craving something sweet — Pancakes or the Cinnamon Roll, both built around a soft, sugary base.
🍔 Need something filling before a long shift — Breakfast Burger or the Biscuit Sandwich, both built to carry you past lunch.
Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit Spotlight
A crispy chicken filet tucked into a soft buttermilk biscuit and finished with sweet honey butter. It’s the single most ordered breakfast item on the menu, and the sweet-salty combination is the reason most first-time visitors are told to start here.
Breakfast Burger Spotlight
A beef patty, not sausage, layered with bacon, a fried egg, American cheese, hash brown sticks, and Creamy Pepper Sauce on a bun. The hash browns baked right into the sandwich replace the need for a side, which is what makes it feel like a full meal rather than a snack.
Taquito with Cheese Spotlight
Scrambled eggs and cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla with a choice of sausage, bacon, or potato. It is the fastest item to eat one-handed, which makes it the default pick for anyone eating on the way to work.
Breakfast Bowl Spotlight
Scrambled eggs, a meat option, hash brown pieces, and cheese served together with no bread. At 35 grams of protein it is the highest-protein item on the breakfast menu, and it works well for anyone skipping bread for a lower carb morning.
Pancake Platter Spotlight
Three pancakes served with a side of sausage or bacon. It leans sweet rather than savory, and it is the pick for anyone who wants a breakfast that feels more like a weekend treat than a quick stop.
Is Breakfast Available All Day?
No. Breakfast is only served during the 11pm to 11am window. Once 11am hits, the kitchen switches to the regular lunch and dinner menu, and breakfast items are not available again until 11pm that night, so timing the order matters if a specific item is the goal.
Best Value Breakfast Picks
Price alone does not tell the whole story, so this list weighs cost against portion size and protein to point out which items actually stretch a few dollars the furthest.
| Item | Why It’s a Good Value |
|---|---|
| Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit | Under $2 and filling enough to skip a side |
| Hash Brown Sticks | Cheapest item on the menu at $1.99 |
| Taquito with Cheese | Best balance of price, size, and protein |
| Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit | Signature flavor at a low price point |
| Breakfast on a Bun | Simple, classic, and easy to customize |
Breakfast Sides and Drinks
A biscuit or sandwich rarely shows up alone, and the small lineup of sides and drinks below covers what most people add on to round out the order.
| Side or Drink | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hash Brown Sticks | The most ordered breakfast side, crispy on the outside |
| Hot Coffee | Standard breakfast coffee option |
| Iced Coffee | Available at most locations |
| Simply Orange Juice | Straightforward juice option |
| Milk | Included on the kids breakfast list |
Final Thoughts
Whataburger’s breakfast menu covers more ground than most fast food chains manage in a 12 hour stretch, from a $1.99 biscuit to a 35 gram protein bowl, and the consistent pricing across every table on this page means there is no guesswork left before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Whataburger start serving breakfast?
Breakfast starts at 11:00 PM and runs through the night into the morning.
What time does breakfast end?
Breakfast service ends at 11:00 AM, after which the menu switches to the regular lunch and dinner lineup.
Is breakfast served all day?
No, breakfast is only available during the 11:00 PM to 11:00 AM window, not around the clock.
What is the most popular breakfast item?
The Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit is consistently the top pick, followed by the Breakfast Burger and Taquito with Cheese.
Can breakfast items be ordered as a combo?
Yes, most sandwiches are available as a Whatameal with hash brown sticks and a drink included.
What is the cheapest item on the breakfast menu?
The Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit and Hash Brown Sticks are both under $2, making them the most budget friendly picks.
Is there a low calorie option?
Yes, the Egg Sandwich at 310 calories and the plain Biscuit at 330 calories are the lightest choices on the menu.
Does Whataburger serve pancakes?
Yes, both a standalone Pancakes order and the larger Pancake Platter with a meat side are available.
Are prices the same at every location?
No, prices can shift slightly by city and state, so treat the numbers here as a close estimate rather than an exact figure everywhere.
What comes on the Breakfast Bowl?
Scrambled eggs, a meat option, hash brown pieces, and cheese, all served without bread for a lower carb option.
Can I get breakfast after 11am if I am running late?
No, once 11:00 AM hits, the kitchen switches over to the regular menu and breakfast items are no longer available until 11:00 PM.
Which item has the most protein?
The Breakfast Bowl leads the menu at 35 grams of protein, followed by the Breakfast Burger at 28 grams.
What is the most popular Whataburger breakfast item?
The Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, by a clear margin.