🏷️ Price and Calories
Menu Item | Price | Calories |
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Whataburger® Patty Melt | $7.99 | 950 Cal |
Includes: 2 Large Beef Patties, 2 Slices of Monterey Jack Cheese, Grilled Onions, Creamy Pepper Sauce, and Texas Toast.
If you’re craving a bold, hearty burger packed with flavor, the Whataburger® Patty Melt is a fan-favorite you don’t want to miss. It’s made with two large beef patties, melty Monterey Jack cheese, grilled onions, and Creamy Pepper Sauce, all served on toasted Texas Toast. It’s rich, satisfying, and delivers that unmistakable Whataburger flavor in every bite.
Here’s your in-depth guide including price, calories, nutrition, allergens, ingredients, top add-ons, the best item pairings, and popular FAQs.
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🔍 Nutrition Facts
Nutrient | Amount |
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Serving Weight | 331g |
Calories | 950 |
Calories from Fat | 550 |
Total Fat | 61g |
Saturated Fat | 21g |
Trans Fat | 2g |
Cholesterol | 125mg |
Sodium | 1760mg |
Total Carbohydrates | 45g |
Dietary Fiber | 1g |
Sugars | 6g |
Protein | 49g |
⚠️ Allergen Information
Contains |
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Soy |
Wheat |
Gluten |
Milk |
Egg |
MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) |
🧂 Included & Custom Add-Ons – Extra Cost & Calories
🍞 Bread Options
Type | Size | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|---|
Texas Toast | – | No | 230 Cal |
Large Bun | 5″ | No | 310 Cal |
Small Bun | 4″ | No | 170 Cal |
Brioche Bun | 4″ | No | 230 Cal |
No Bun | – | No | 0 Cal |
🥩 Beef Patty
Type | Size | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|---|
Large Beef Patty | 5″ | No | 490 Cal each |
🧀 Cheese Options (Included: Choose One)
Type | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|
American Cheese | No | 180 Cal |
Monterey Jack Cheese | No | 120 Cal |
No Cheese | – | 0 Cal |
🔥 Popular Add-Ons
Item | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|
American Cheese | $0.60 | 90 Cal |
Monterey Jack Cheese | $0.60 | 60 Cal |
Bacon Slices | $1.50 | 70 Cal |
Grilled Jalapeños | $0.65 | 10 Cal |
Jalapeños | $0.65 | 0 Cal |
Avocado | $1.30 | 90 Cal |
🥬 Toppings
Type | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|
Tomato | No | 10 Cal |
Lettuce | No | 0 Cal |
Pickles | No | 0 Cal |
Diced Onions | No | 10 Cal |
Grilled Onions | No | 20 Cal |
🍯 Signature Sauces
Type | Extra Charge | Calories |
---|---|---|
Creamy Pepper (default) | No | 90 Cal |
Mustard | No | 15 Cal |
Mayonnaise | No | 50 Cal |
Ketchup | No | 15 Cal |
Honey BBQ | No | 60 Cal |
🧪 Ingredients Breakdown
Beef Patty
- Made from USDA-inspected 100% ground beef, seasoned and cooked fresh.
Texas Toast
- Enriched flour, high fructose corn syrup, dough conditioners, wheat gluten, and yeast
- Toasted using bun oil (soybean oil blend with flavoring agents and preservatives)
Monterey Jack Cheese
- Made from cultured milk, cream, water, salt, sodium phosphate, sorbic acid, and soy lecithin
- Contains milk and soy
Creamy Pepper Sauce
- Soybean oil, buttermilk powder, chipotle peppers, egg yolks, garlic, MSG, spices, and preservatives
- Contains egg, soy, milk, and MSG
🕒 When Is It Available?
The Patty Melt is a regular menu item at Whataburger and is available all day.
🥗 Is It Vegetarian?
❌ No. It contains beef, cheese, eggs, soy, and milk — not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
📊 Comparison with Other Whataburger Burger Items
Menu Item | Calories | Price | Double Patty | Protein (g) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Whataburger® Patty Melt | 950 Cal | $7.99 | ✅ | 49g |
Whataburger® Double Meat | 835 Cal | $6.99 | ✅ | 46g |
Whataburger® Cheeseburger | 670 Cal | $5.29 | ❌ | 32g |
Avocado Bacon Burger | 880 Cal | $8.29 | ✅ | 43g |
Mushroom Swiss Burger | 730 Cal | $7.59 | ❌ | 38g |
🍽️ Best Pairs with Other Whataburger Menu Items
Complete your Patty Melt experience with one of these sides, drinks, or desserts — including several of Whataburger’s most beloved menu items.
Menu Item | Category | Price | Calories |
---|---|---|---|
Medium Onion Rings | Side | $2.89 | 470 Cal |
French Fries (Medium) | Side | $2.29 | 390 Cal |
Whataburger® Jr. | Burger | $3.09 | 400 Cal |
Chocolate Chunk Cookie | Dessert | $1.49 | 300 Cal |
Cinnamon Roll | Dessert | $2.29 | 310 Cal |
Iced Coffee (Medium) | Drink | $2.49 | 100 Cal |
Simply Orange® Juice | Drink | $2.29 | 160 Cal |
Spicy Chicken Sandwich | Sandwich | $6.29 | 465 Cal |
❓ FAQs – Whataburger® Patty Melt
1. How many patties are in the Patty Melt?
It includes two large beef patties, making it a hearty, double-meat sandwich.
2. What kind of bread is it served on?
It’s made with Texas Toast, toasted on both sides with bun oil.
3. Does it come with cheese?
Yes — by default, it includes two slices of Monterey Jack Cheese.
4. What sauce is on the Patty Melt?
The default is Creamy Pepper Sauce, but you can swap or remove it.
5. Can I customize the cheese or sauce?
Absolutely — you can choose American cheese, add more, or change the sauce.
6. Is it spicy?
It has a mild heat from the Creamy Pepper Sauce, but it’s not overly spicy.
7. How many calories does it have?
The Patty Melt contains 950 calories.
8. Is it available all day?
✅ Yes — it’s on the all-day menu.
9. Can I add bacon or jalapeños?
Yes! You can add bacon (+$1.50), grilled jalapeños (+$0.65), or even avocado (+$1.30).
10. Is it gluten-free?
No — the Texas Toast and beef prep contain gluten and wheat.
11. Does it contain MSG?
Yes — the Creamy Pepper Sauce contains monosodium glutamate.
12. What’s the protein content?
The Patty Melt delivers 49g of protein.
13. Is it one of Whataburger’s most popular items?
✅ Absolutely. It’s considered a signature item and customer favorite.
14. Can I swap out the bread?
Yes — switch to Brioche Bun, Large Bun, or No Bun.
15. Does it come in a combo?
It can be customized with fries and a drink to make a combo.
16. Is it kid-friendly?
It might be a bit too heavy for kids, but teens and adults love it.