How many calories are in Chick-fil-A waffle fries?

Small: 320 cal, Medium: 420 cal, Large: 520 cal, Kid's portion: 260 cal. Fat ranges from 12–24 g per size.

How much do Chick-fil-A waffle fries cost?

Approximately small $2.39, medium $2.79, large $3.19 in 2026. Prices vary by market — airport and university stores trend higher.

Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries vegetarian?

Yes — the fries are 100% potato cooked in canola oil, with no animal products.

Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries gluten-free?

They're made from potatoes and canola oil only — gluten-free at the recipe level. They are cooked in a dedicated fryer at most stores, but cross-contact is still possible.

Why are Chick-fil-A waffle fries shaped like that?

The waffle cut increases surface area, so each fry gets crispier outside while keeping a fluffy interior. It's the chain's signature side.

Can I order waffle fries 'well done'?

Yes — ask for them well done in person or as a special instruction in the Chick-fil-A One app. It's free and they come back extra crispy.

How long do waffle fries stay crispy?

Best within 8–10 minutes. After that they soften. Reheat at 400°F in an oven or air fryer for 5 minutes — not the microwave.

What sauce goes best with waffle fries?

Chick-fil-A Sauce is the all-time #1, followed by Polynesian and Garden Herb Ranch. All sauces are free with your order.

Can you order waffle fries on Sunday?

No — every Chick-fil-A in the U.S. is closed on Sunday. The fries (and the rest of the menu) are only available Monday through Saturday.

Where can I get Chick-fil-A waffle fries near me?

Every Chick-fil-A location serves waffle fries as the default side. Use the locator to find a Chick-fil-A near me.

Chick-fil-A Waffle Fries — Sizes, Prices & Calories

Every waffle-fry size, exact prices and the full nutrition panel.

3 sizes
320–520 cal
Vegetarian

Last updated April 27, 2026

Chick-fil-A waffle fries are the chain's signature side — cut from Idaho potatoes into a crisscross lattice, pressure-cooked in canola oil with a thin coating of dextrose for color, and served loose in a paper sleeve. They come in four sizes (kid, small, medium, large) and clock in between 320 and 520 calories depending on portion.

This page lists every waffle-fry size with its exact 2026 price, full nutrition, allergen profile, the best dipping sauces, and a copycat recipe so you can crisp them at home.

Waffle Fries on the menu

Item	Price	Calories	Protein
Waffle Potato Fries™	$1.55	360 cal	5 g
Hash Browns	$0.99	240 cal	2 g

Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

Size	Approx. price	Calories	Fat	Carbs
Kid's Meal portion	included	260	12 g	35 g
Small	$2.39	320	15 g	43 g
Medium	$2.79	420	20 g	57 g
Large	$3.19	520	24 g	70 g

How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

Idaho potatoes, washed and skin-on.
Sliced through a waffle cutter — each fry has 9 holes.
Dipped in dextrose so they brown evenly.
Pressure-cooked in 100% canola oil at 365°F for 3:15.
Salted within 60 seconds of coming out of the basket.

Best sauces for waffle fries

Sauces are complimentary — ask for as many as you want.

Sauce	Why it works
Chick-fil-A Sauce	Sweet + tangy + smoky — the #1 pairing.
Polynesian	Sweet-and-sour kick that cuts fry richness.
Garden Herb Ranch	Cool, creamy, dill-forward.
Honey Mustard	Sweet sticky finish.
Sriracha	Heat without overpowering.

💡 Pro tips & customizations

Ask for fries 'well done' — free upgrade, gets them extra crispy.
Order in the app and add 'fresh fries please' as a special instruction.
Salt-free? Ask for 'no salt' and your batch is dropped fresh.
Reheat at home: 400°F oven (not microwave) for 5 min.
Combo math: a medium fry inside a combo is roughly $1.50 vs $2.79 à la carte.
Pair a small fry with a Cool Wrap to keep the meal under 700 cal.

Copycat recipe at home

Copycat Chick-fil-A Waffle Fries

You can mimic the texture at home with a waffle-fry cutter or a frozen bag from the grocery store. The tricks are the dextrose dip and a 2-stage fry.

Ingredients· Serves 2

4 medium Idaho potatoes, washed (skin on)
1 tbsp dextrose or sugar dissolved in 4 cups warm water
Canola oil for frying (about 6 cups)
Fine sea salt to taste

Steps

1.Slice potatoes on a waffle-fry mandolin.
2.Soak slices in the dextrose water for 10 minutes; drain and pat very dry.
3.Heat oil to 325°F; first-fry 4 minutes; lift to a rack to drain (they should be limp, not browned).
4.Bring oil up to 365°F; second-fry 2:30–3:00 until golden and crisp.
5.Drain on a wire rack; salt within 30 seconds.

Fan-inspired recipe — not affiliated with or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chick-fil-A waffle fries?
Small: 320 cal, Medium: 420 cal, Large: 520 cal, Kid's portion: 260 cal. Fat ranges from 12–24 g per size.
How much do Chick-fil-A waffle fries cost?
Approximately small $2.39, medium $2.79, large $3.19 in 2026. Prices vary by market — airport and university stores trend higher.
Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries vegetarian?
Yes — the fries are 100% potato cooked in canola oil, with no animal products.
Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries gluten-free?
They're made from potatoes and canola oil only — gluten-free at the recipe level. They are cooked in a dedicated fryer at most stores, but cross-contact is still possible.
Why are Chick-fil-A waffle fries shaped like that?
The waffle cut increases surface area, so each fry gets crispier outside while keeping a fluffy interior. It's the chain's signature side.
Can I order waffle fries 'well done'?
Yes — ask for them well done in person or as a special instruction in the Chick-fil-A One app. It's free and they come back extra crispy.
How long do waffle fries stay crispy?
Best within 8–10 minutes. After that they soften. Reheat at 400°F in an oven or air fryer for 5 minutes — not the microwave.
What sauce goes best with waffle fries?
Chick-fil-A Sauce is the all-time #1, followed by Polynesian and Garden Herb Ranch. All sauces are free with your order.
Can you order waffle fries on Sunday?
No — every Chick-fil-A in the U.S. is closed on Sunday. The fries (and the rest of the menu) are only available Monday through Saturday.
Where can I get Chick-fil-A waffle fries near me?
Every Chick-fil-A location serves waffle fries as the default side. Use the locator to find a Chick-fil-A near me.

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Waffle Fries on the menu

Item	Price	Calories	Protein
Waffle Potato Fries™	$1.55	360 cal	5 g
Hash Browns	$0.99	240 cal	2 g

Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

Size	Approx. price	Calories	Fat	Carbs
Kid's Meal portion	included	260	12 g	35 g
Small	$2.39	320	15 g	43 g
Medium	$2.79	420	20 g	57 g
Large	$3.19	520	24 g	70 g

How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

Idaho potatoes, washed and skin-on.
Sliced through a waffle cutter — each fry has 9 holes.
Dipped in dextrose so they brown evenly.
Pressure-cooked in 100% canola oil at 365°F for 3:15.
Salted within 60 seconds of coming out of the basket.

Best sauces for waffle fries

Sauces are complimentary — ask for as many as you want.

Sauce	Why it works
Chick-fil-A Sauce	Sweet + tangy + smoky — the #1 pairing.
Polynesian	Sweet-and-sour kick that cuts fry richness.
Garden Herb Ranch	Cool, creamy, dill-forward.
Honey Mustard	Sweet sticky finish.
Sriracha	Heat without overpowering.

💡 Pro tips & customizations

Ask for fries 'well done' — free upgrade, gets them extra crispy.
Order in the app and add 'fresh fries please' as a special instruction.
Salt-free? Ask for 'no salt' and your batch is dropped fresh.
Reheat at home: 400°F oven (not microwave) for 5 min.
Combo math: a medium fry inside a combo is roughly $1.50 vs $2.79 à la carte.
Pair a small fry with a Cool Wrap to keep the meal under 700 cal.

Copycat recipe at home

Copycat Chick-fil-A Waffle Fries

You can mimic the texture at home with a waffle-fry cutter or a frozen bag from the grocery store. The tricks are the dextrose dip and a 2-stage fry.

Ingredients· Serves 2

4 medium Idaho potatoes, washed (skin on)
1 tbsp dextrose or sugar dissolved in 4 cups warm water
Canola oil for frying (about 6 cups)
Fine sea salt to taste

Steps

1.Slice potatoes on a waffle-fry mandolin.
2.Soak slices in the dextrose water for 10 minutes; drain and pat very dry.
3.Heat oil to 325°F; first-fry 4 minutes; lift to a rack to drain (they should be limp, not browned).
4.Bring oil up to 365°F; second-fry 2:30–3:00 until golden and crisp.
5.Drain on a wire rack; salt within 30 seconds.

Fan-inspired recipe — not affiliated with or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chick-fil-A waffle fries?
Small: 320 cal, Medium: 420 cal, Large: 520 cal, Kid's portion: 260 cal. Fat ranges from 12–24 g per size.
How much do Chick-fil-A waffle fries cost?
Approximately small $2.39, medium $2.79, large $3.19 in 2026. Prices vary by market — airport and university stores trend higher.
Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries vegetarian?
Yes — the fries are 100% potato cooked in canola oil, with no animal products.
Are Chick-fil-A waffle fries gluten-free?
They're made from potatoes and canola oil only — gluten-free at the recipe level. They are cooked in a dedicated fryer at most stores, but cross-contact is still possible.
Why are Chick-fil-A waffle fries shaped like that?
The waffle cut increases surface area, so each fry gets crispier outside while keeping a fluffy interior. It's the chain's signature side.
Can I order waffle fries 'well done'?
Yes — ask for them well done in person or as a special instruction in the Chick-fil-A One app. It's free and they come back extra crispy.
How long do waffle fries stay crispy?
Best within 8–10 minutes. After that they soften. Reheat at 400°F in an oven or air fryer for 5 minutes — not the microwave.
What sauce goes best with waffle fries?
Chick-fil-A Sauce is the all-time #1, followed by Polynesian and Garden Herb Ranch. All sauces are free with your order.
Can you order waffle fries on Sunday?
No — every Chick-fil-A in the U.S. is closed on Sunday. The fries (and the rest of the menu) are only available Monday through Saturday.
Where can I get Chick-fil-A waffle fries near me?
Every Chick-fil-A location serves waffle fries as the default side. Use the locator to find a Chick-fil-A near me.

Waffle Fries on the menu

🍟Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

🧑‍🍳How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

🥫Best sauces for waffle fries

💡 Pro tips & customizations

Copycat Chick-fil-A Waffle Fries

Ingredients· Serves 2

Steps

Frequently asked questions

Waffle Fries on the menu

🍟Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

🧑‍🍳How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

🥫Best sauces for waffle fries

💡 Pro tips & customizations

Copycat Chick-fil-A Waffle Fries

Ingredients· Serves 2

Steps

Frequently asked questions

Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

Best sauces for waffle fries

Waffle fry sizes, prices & calories (2026)

How Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made

Best sauces for waffle fries