Scottish Guy Tries WAFFLE HOUSE For the first time!

[@corinnem.239]

Quick ! Spread the butter on it so it melts ! Then LOTS of the syrup !!

[@sharonsmith583]

Waffle House IS truly a weather barometer, no joke. We had a weird, freak snowstorm in middle GA many years ago. My dad came and rescued me (I was stranded at my community College and it took hours for him to get to me). We were starving on the way back home and my dad said WH would still be open and yes, it was the only thing open. I'm sure lots of Southerners have similar stories. If WH is closed, you shouldn't be out either.

[@shaunvlog]

Haha thanks for sharing Sharon. And good to know. Of WH is closed, it’s time to get in doors I guess 😅

[@AB2B]

It's called the Waffle House Index; it's an informal metric that FEMA (federal emergency services) uses to gauge just how bad the disaster is. Green is open and full menu served, Yellow is open but with limited menu (no power or power being created by a generator, or food supplies are low), Red is closed completely and boy are you in trouble because there's some major damage.

[@forbin1185]

FEMA actually judges the severity of a disaster area based on if WH is opened or closed in said area

[@adoxartist1258]

It's called the Waffle House Index. 👍

[@o.c.smithiii2626]

Waffle House is gonna be cranking out breakfast, long after Jim Cantore is headed for shelter.

[@rodneygriffin7666]

The greatest cure for a hangover. Trust me.

[@Mrhandfriends]

We bloody love WH! ! great video Shaun :)

[@shaunvlog]

Loved seeing your video from there and comparing notes. Collab idea!? 😁

[@CaptainBill22]

I've heard it said that after cooking high end food all day at work, chefs don't necessarily want fancy food, and they certainly don't want to cook their own dinner. Simple comfort foods are what they want.

[@meedwards5]

Thank you for recognizing that grits can be delicious. For a lot of people it's an acquired taste. But for southerners it tastes like home.😊

[@bretcantwell4921]

I'm from a mixed marriage (Massachusetts and Texas) and have an appreciation for all things porridge - oatmeal, grits, Cream of Wheat, etc. Had a friend from Canada visit years ago and took her to Denny's for grits. i should have taken her to Waffle House, but Denny's was closer. Also took her to a BBQ place that didn't have fried okra. I was a bad Texas friend. 🫤

[@ZION73082]

I've lived in the South for 40 plus years and I have never liked grits over gravy, liking grits over gravy is like eating toast over biscuits or eating possum over steak. 🤷‍♂️😑

[@-EchoesIntoEternity-]

seems he wasnt made aware you could customize those hashbrowns, its part of the WH gimmick. country, smothered, covered, and peppered for me! glad you enjoyed it nonetheless, just good simple food at a reasonable cost. WH is there when you need them.

[@causticchameleon7861]

Scattered and smothered for me.

[@shaunvlog]

I had no idea! Wish I did. I’ll need to go back

[@gloriaalex11]

Scattered, covered, and chunked. Unless I get the cheesesteak bowl.

[@Spacelord2525]

@@shaunvlog Seriously dude. It's like the difference between just eggs and an omelette.

[@incantations446]

Smothered covered capped!!Unfortunately they have discontinued the Waffle House salsa that I used to put on top.

[@sheilaathay2034]

Butter the waffle while it's hot Then the syrup won't sink in making it soggy. Same with pancakes

[@Big_Tex]

I go to Waffle House more than any other restaurant probably. Not for waffles and sugary stuff, I get a ham & cheese omelet with side of bacon or sausage. Maybe hash browns if feeling indulgent. They have a knack for making great fluffy omelets. Waiter is always very friendly and usually the cook will walk over and see how I liked it. Great service. Often the butt of jokes yet a great place.

[@intallpines]

Shaun, I sure hope you plan on seeing Savannah, GA while near there. A most unique and beautiful city in the south, imo.

[@thelightshineth8848]

waffles first, always, I don't care what other food there is or what anyone else says, trust me, waffle first, with lots of butter and syrup. this is the true way

[@bkm2797]

Breakfast, my favorite meal anytime of day or night. Glad you tried putting butter on your waffle (adds another dimension,lol), next time you want to put that butter on the waffle or pancakes while it's hot so it melts into it, syrup can wait until you are ready to eat it. You should try a pecan waffle they are delicious. Thanks for taking us along, look forward to your next destination, see you soon!

[@forbin1185]

pecan waffle is the go to

[@runawaytechgal1467]

It is such a NEAT place to go on Christmas Day! I love their hashbrowns scattered, covered, chunked, capped, and peppered!

[@kateg7298]

I thought I was the only one who loves to eat there Christmas morning. It's the best!

[@runawaytechgal1467]

@kateg7298 I LOVE it. It became a tradition in my single days, and my husband and I want to maintain it. It's so warming. Like a big hug

[@DavidOatney]

I used to eat at Waffle House on Christmas night when I was a part of our volunteer fire department because they were one of the only places open.

[@runawaytechgal1467]

@@DavidOatney thank you for your service.

[@DavidOatney]

@@runawaytechgal1467 I haven't had the pleasure in many years now, thought it was a time in my life I greatly enjoyed and Waffle House was a part of it from time to time.

[@kateg7298]

"Shovel it down ye". Yep, you get the Waffle House vibe. Cheap, good and lots of it.

[@RonJDuncan]

My favorite is to go with the Pecan waffle, or I could down a double order of hashbrowns scattered, smothered (with fried onions) and covered (with cheese.) The cheesesteak isn't too bad either.

[@chrismaverick9828]

Yeah.. those hash browns look sad without covered and smothered. :(

[@redfordmom]

Yes, the Pecan Waffles!

[@bretcantwell4921]

​@@chrismaverick9828less sad, than "missing something".

[@bocolewish]

Ha Ha! I've always called it "Awful House" but my X illustrated the characters in the old menu. I saw a relic in your video with the "Bert's Chili" sign.

[@Gunny672]

Awesome, and Hello from Northern Georgia!

[@ChanceNugent]

You should have ordered your has browns with extra stuff in them! I get mine. Scattered covered smothered chunks and diced

[@bretcantwell4921]

Before you mentioned Bourdain by name, I knew this episode was inspired by him. I'm in Dallas and have several near me, but don't go because of my heart health. Once a year, I make an exception. That episode is a classic, and that scene in particular.

[@baskervillebee6097]

Cheese eggs 😋 Raisin toast with applebutter 😋 Whatever else get those. Next time get the hashbrowns with stuff in it.

[@timbollinger4494]

When you get to Charleston you need to try the Moonpies! Very southern traditional food!

[@jeffhampton2767]

Moon pies are not Southern they are from the Northeast. He should try pecan pie or sweet potato pie that's from the south

[@alexisr5199]

Waffles are usually eaten alone. Although some like to eat it w their sausage... often you can buy maple flavored sausage patties, so it kinda goes together, if that blows your dress up, lol. 😁

[@franciet99]

Chicken and waffles 😜

[@Mick_Ts_Chick]

Waffles and bacon! 😊

[@starthomasYoung]

Been waiting for this one!

[@starthomasYoung]

Meat goes with the waffle! Get at a fish camp in the Carolinas!

[@Winterfell1066]

you should get the All American Breakfast with Hash Browns, scattered, peppered, chunked, smothered, and covered. Can't be beat.

[@cpoinsette]

I live in Texas now but grew up in ATL and miss Waffle House! I live near all these cute brunch places but they will never hold a candle to the simplicity of the 24 hour Waffle House. We went there like clockwork after Sunday Church or before Saturday soccer games.

[@tamaramcfarland8677]

Your going to love Charleston. All the History and beauty there. I hope you go by the Battery. It's beautiful

[@rojoreds524]

You should have gotten the hash browns covered and smothered.....they are awesome but tbh you might need a trip to the crapper in a couple of hours LOL but oh my they are good.!!

[@Karatoona]

if you're eating plain hashbrowns, slathering them with ketchup is the best.

[@bemrivers9238]

To get the real Waffle House experience, you need to eat there around 2 am on a Friday night Saturday morning.

[@junebug_tx2305]

Scattered, smothered, smothered, hash browns. Raisen toast and apple butter.

[@intallpines]

Have you ever tried Pimento Cheese on Raisin Bread? It'll make you slap your granny!

[@Amocoru]

Sausage and cheese omelet(Nobody talks about it but their omelets are REALLY airy and fluffy)with hashbrowns smothered, covered, and country. Eat the hashbrowns with the omelet. S tier order.

[@zakariyashakir4091]

This video is pure dead brilliant mate

[@staceystaten2520]

So glad you got to try a Waffle House! My husband, son, and I love to go there. 😊

[@causticchameleon7861]

Now you need to try Red Eye gravy on your grits, biscuits and eggs.

[@ClarkJ2265]

Sausage and waffles are great together. I can never eat waffles or pancakes alone. Need some berries with them.

[@amygreen4408]

So glad y'all enjoyed your time in Georgia. The Waffle House is a go-to place for so many regardless of the time of day or the weather. The Waffle House staff have been know to take meals to folks after a storm, to help those who may need a hot meal. The summers are wicked in Ga. My friend and I have been texting each other the temperature reading in Edinburgh and in Augusta, Ga all summer. We are truly envious of the Scottish weather in summer. 💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💙🇺🇲

[@Mick_Ts_Chick]

I agree with you. I'm from NC but lived in Sandersville, GA for a year and a half. It was a nice town but the summer is more brutal than in NC because of the higher humidity. 🥵

[@alexhusko]

RIP Bourdain. I loved that episode. Yeah, Waffle House is as American as McDonald’s. Everyone has to experience it.

[@Jennifer-hj9nm]

Hi Shaun and Teka! In Jacksonville, Florida- Catullo's Italian is a MUST! HAVE FUN!

[@rosemarywoodhouse4832]

Drive over the Ravenel Bridge. It is definitely an experience. Mount Pleasant is really cute, too.

[@Sewicked]

My fave meal to get is 2 eggs over medium, toast (to drag through the yolk), bacon or sausage, grits (to eat with the meat, so the meat kind of seasons the grits), & a pecan waffle. Spread butter on the waffle, add some butter to the grits, eat the savory, pour syrup on the waffle. Sometimes I take bites of the waffle between bites of egg & grits. Although for a true Waffle House experience, try it at 2-4 in the morning.

[@LindaC616]

Shaun, no rules! Eat it as you wish. I would do savory first, bc cold eggs 🤢 and I don't mix savory with sweet. That waffle is like dessert! If they're not busy, and the waffle comes with the meal, I might even ask that they bring it out a few minutes later. But if a place is busy, I don't dare be "extra"

[@rebeccanichols3795]

Waffles with syrup, sausage, and eggs are the bomb. I often will mince cooked sausage and mix it in waffle or pancake batter, then fry it up. Served with real maple syrup - heaven!

[@DUEYZ4U]

Brother, you're not "supposed" to eat it any other way than they way it tastes best for you and yours. Cheers. 👍

[@lisaanderson2900]

FINALLY someone from the UK puts butter & syrup on their waffles and pancakes. Lol Well done Shaun!!

[@originalkyliearnold]

WH is in the southwest of the country too. It’s simple, old-school, and amazing. And now I want waffles.

[@brianwoods9552]

Doesn't matter the order in which you eat the foods, but you should ALWAYS spread the butter on the waffle or pancakes first thing....before they cool off.

[@bridgetbrooks2504]

Unless you are out West it is challenging to find Restaurant food that is not calorie dense. Even the soups and salads can kill you! But. eating is part of traveling (to me) so have fun guys!!

[@dayeti6794]

Southern US and East of Texas just usually equates to scarcity of fresh fruits and vegetables.

[@teresavoegele5114]

Hashbrowns need ketchup on them

[@jeffhampton2767]

He put ketchup on the hash browns

[@zipadeedooda7938]

As a Floridian, I''m looking forward to your reactions when you get here. I'm sure you've got a bunch of things you're going to see, but I hope that St. Augustine and the Keys are on the list.

[@jeffhampton2767]

He does go to the Keys. He put that live video on a year ago when he arrived in Key West.

[@knotwerken]

Amen! Tony at WH was grrrreat .... enjoy

[@caseysaunders2137]

Try getting hashbrowns with onions next time. And raisin toast with apple butter.

[@francesostrowski2374]

Safe driving.

[@eddieevans6692]

We probably go to Waffle House more often than any other restaurant. Good food fast was their motto and they delivered. You could always depend on Waffle House 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Unfortunately they have gone a bit down hill since the pandemic. Their hours and restrictions on serving cut into their convenience factor and they have reduced their menu considerably. They still offer items that they don't list on their menu. For basic breakfast at a reasonable price, you can't beat them.

[@brianmccarthy5557]

The best fights there happen after midnight. Ain't no fight like a Waffle House fight!

[@elliec1911]

I usually do waffle house two or three times a month. Only when I have to work the closing shift at work. Always good food and good service. I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing your journey with us! Travel safe 😊

[@gwilson87]

I was born and raised in South Carolina, about an hour from Charleston. Lots of good memories there. Indeed, WH is where you go at 2 am after the bars. Really enjoying your trip through the south - welcome to SC, Shaun!

[@user-David-Alan]

I'm glad you enjoyed the Waffle house. I can never understand how you eat so much at a single serving. You are amazing. Take care and be safe.

[@maryk.madachy2368]

Quick FYI. I live in Ohio. We have many Waffle Houses here and have had them for about 40 years. Their waffles are wonderful. And they have my favorite BLT, hands down!

[@HCM1986]

Best BLT ever!

[@joelsmith552]

Waffle House is so much its own thing. I think their most slept-on menu item is the grilled chicken sandwich. I also recommend getting your hash browns scattered, smothered, covered, and peppered.

[@NotSoFast71]

Right. Plain hash browns are the hallmark of a Waffle House rookie and/or a yankee. lol

[@williamlucas4656]

Before there was a Waffle House there was Krystal, but they seem to have fallen on hard times. This guy seems to think he’s in some kind of formal atmosphere and doesn’t realize that in America you eat what you want when you want and how you want it. Don’t forget the butter on your waffles.

[@theeyesehaveit]

Long time road stop favorite of mine: WAFFLE house. Always good food. Enjoy the waffle which ever way you wish..no right or wrong. Barbara in Al.

[@popcornpenguin8561]

Love these!

[@donnielsen154]

Simple, but good, food served fresh and fast

[@tedjones112]

should have got them Hashbrowns with onions n cheese and a ham n cheese n onions omlette and a patty melt

[@jacobmorris9862]

Grits are just the Scotch Irish porridge they adopted when they immigrated because corn was one of the main staple crops in America.

[@barbaraselletti6520]

My standard order is the All-Star Special: Crispy bacon, grits, cheesy scrambled eggs, raisin toast, and pecan waffle. This is the first thing I order when I go home to visit family SC (I live is PA). When I eat this, I always say, "I'm home!" My Philly born hubby joins my little sister in "smothering" their hash browns with chili and jalapeños.

[@CitizenL-l5x]

What route were you taking? I-75 S to I-20 E?

[@juannoval69]

WH was a staple for us a college students back in the day in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in the middle of the night, after going out and drinking, or when working late on a project at school. Of course, Whataburger and their breakfast taquitos was also a favorite back then. Cheap, plentiful, and filling for a bunch of university students. Enjoy. =)

[@JohnPriceAutowerks]

I worked as a cook there from 1978 to 82 when I was in high school

[@ThomasArndtOkieVampire]

Waffle House basics here in Oklahoma is, eggs over easy, hash brown potates, biscuits and sausage gravy, sausage, add a walnut waffle with syrup, a cup of coffee (sometimes called a cup of joe) and juice of your liking.

[@teresajupin4587]

I and my Dad love their Pecan Waffles, delicious!

[@NorthBayRepublic]

Hopefully you will experience White Castle on your journey, happy travels

[@StatsJedi]

Wonder if you picked up on the lingo..."scattered, smothered, diced and covered" for hash brown combination ingredients.

[@sharonc1858]

I used to Love Denny's! They're also open 24 hours a day. Ihop was my favorite, but they weren't open at night.

[@rudetuesday]

Glad you went to Waffle House. It's a solid go-to. When I'm in Georgia, I try to go at least once. Pecan waffle's good, hash browns (I'll risk the allergies for scattered onions), and a coffee. It's decent hot plate coffee, and the staff's always been good to me.

[@jamesigorreilly979]

Anthony Bordain was a culinary Hero … R.I.P. - good eating on your southern journey to you and the Mrs ❤ - there’s no wrong way to eat food as long as your happy eating it ❤

[@gingerwright6337]

You’ll love Charleston! It’s a foodie paradise and so much good history

[@ai1een876]

I usually get the eggs and hash browns extra crispy BUT their waffles are the best!

[@ai1een876]

About 4 years ago they had salads and I have to say, they were DELICIOUS! You wouldn’t think it, but true. 😄

[@paulbagby2803]

I love how Brits have the knife in their dominant hand and don’t switch hands to eat. In the US we use knife dominant hand put it down then the fork goes to dominant hand to feed.😂 I first noticed this in Wales 30 years ago

[@ChaseArkansas]

also pibb xtra with cherry or vanilla or endless cofffee!

[@BriarCottage]

Come to the East Coast! The beaches are lovely!

[@LadyGnomeofthewoods]

Waffles are my favorite breakfast food!

[@YasuTaniina]

As a southerner, i don't think there's any rule as to what order you eat things, but personally I'd eat the waffle as soon as it's brought out so it maintains its texture. Either that or bounce around the plates eating a little of everything

[@brandynewman5747]

I have visited the UK several times. Just got home from Scotland a week ago. Whenever I’m there, I miss being able to get food when I want it. You’ve got to hit places at just the right time in the UK. So many times the internet gave hours for a place and when we got there, they said the kitchen was closed! Several times places just closed early. Had instances where we went to nice restaurants and they only had say 3 portions of something on the nights menu! I realized pretty quickly that I’m a spoiled American and am used to being able to get food around the clock! God bless the Waffle House!

[@teresavoegele5114]

If you get to Cincinnati, try SKYLINE CHILI with 3-way (spaghetti, chili & cheese), or 4 way (add beans) or 5-way (add onions) Plus get cheese coney (Bun, hot dog, chili, & cheese) Also try Graeter's Ice Cream.

[@jenniferbecker105]

I hope you will make a stop in my hometown of Destin, FL. Beautiful beaches and friendly people ❤

[@o.c.smithiii2626]

Two pro tips- 1, at WH, ask for “ dark roast “ coffee. You will get the freshest brew, as they don’t usually make it, and it is much closer to a French roast, and more full bodied than the usual stuff they pour. 2. Ask for an extra minute on your waffle - the extra crispy ness makes them better in my opinion. bonus- if you’ve never tried country ham, try it at least once. It’s thick and salty, and has a shank bone with a bit of marrow. .

[@Jliske2]

I'd recommend you take a gander at Greenville SC before getting all the way to Charleston

[@jeepgirl6225]

Waffle House is more than food. It is an experience.

[@brianl8481]

After midnight anyways.

[@snug40pip]

Great video, I do remember that Bourdain video at waffle House. Thank you for the memory and I love the fact that you try different flavor bites. God bless love from Colorado.

[@causticchameleon7861]

You headed to South Carolina from Atlanta, you are either on I-20 east around Conyers, Covington or Greensboro or you are on I-85 North around Lawrenceville or Buford. Ok just heard you’re headed to Charleston so you were on I-20 east to Columbia SC then straight down I-26 to Charleston.

[@JessieHTX]

I miss living within walking distance of a Waffle House. Now I’m a 20 minute drive away. 😢

[@evadoubleu]

In hurricanes areas, if the Waffle House is open, we don't worry about the storm, if it closes, run for the hills!😂

[@bethshadid2087]

Omg.....you got my go to at WH.....only the hashbrowns i get double smothered (onionized) and raisin toast with apple butter 😋. And with bacon and side of country ham.

[@cementshoes_0113]

I just got back from Charleston it's one of my favorite cities you're gonna love it!

[@PhilipmeII]

From a Scottish-blooded American, welcome to Atlanta. Next time try the hash browns with the gravy.

[@nrubsol]

You have to slather lots of butter on the waffle before the syrup. Eat it by its self before adding the other breakfast ingredients.

[@CrazyUncleChris]

Lad, what do you think of the American highway system? And have you noticed there's no trees right next to the highway? They're safely back a bit in case you drive off the road.

[@RP-te6wk]

Glad you made the vid and enjoyed the food. There's no wrong way to eat at WH.

[@PaulBlalock-vd6pj]

Come visit us in Macclenny Florida!