Brew Pub Loaded Waffle Fries
Crispy, golden-brown waffle-cut fries piled high and topped with a blend of melted Cheddar cheeses and a rich Blue Moon® white Cheddar beer cheese sauce. The dish is finished with a generous topping of crispy Applewood-smoked bacon and served with a side of house-made buttermilk ranch dressing for dipping.
Price
Prices vary by location and regional economic factors, but generally fall within the following range:
- Average Price: $11.99 – $14.99
- Happy Hour: Often available at a discount (half-price) during late-night or afternoon happy hour windows at participating locations.
Calories
This is one of the highest-calorie appetizers on the menu, intended to be shared by a group.
- Total Calories: 1,550 – 1,570 kcal
- With Ranch Dressing: The calorie count typically includes the side of ranch.
Ingredients
The primary components of this dish include:
- Waffle Fries: Deep-fried potato lattice fries seasoned with salt.
- Blue Moon® Beer Cheese: A proprietary sauce made with White Cheddar and Blue Moon Belgian White Ale.
- Cheese Blend: Shredded Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
- Bacon: Crispy Applewood-smoked bacon bits.
- Ranch Dressing: A buttermilk-based dressing with garlic, onion, and herb notes.
- Garnish: Often topped with fresh parsley or green onions.
Nutrations
Estimated values for a full standard serving:
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
| Total Fat | 115g | 147% |
| Saturated Fat | 33g | 165% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | — |
| Cholesterol | 125mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 4,000mg | 174% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 94g | 34% |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g | 29% |
| Sugars | 6g | — |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
Allergens
Applebee’s notes that shared fryer oil and preparation areas may lead to cross-contact. The primary allergens in this dish are:
- Milk: Found in the cheese blend, beer cheese sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Wheat/Gluten: The waffle fries often have a wheat-based coating for crispiness, and the beer cheese sauce contains Blue Moon ale (barley/wheat).
- Soy: Often present in the frying oil and the ranch dressing.
- Egg: Present in the buttermilk ranch dressing (mayonnaise base).
