Underrated Whataburger Menu Items Regulars Order
Underrated Whataburger items worth ordering: the Patty Melt Jr. ($4.00), Breakfast On A Bun ($4.69), onion rings, the Hot Apple Pie and the Grilled Cheese. These are our picks, with prices from our store check on Nov 3, 2026.
Our underrated picks
Regulars debate this often: a Reddit thread asking for favorite underrated Whataburger items drew 62 comments. These are our picks of items that get less attention than the #1 and the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, with prices from our store check:
- Breakfast On A Bun ($4.69, 525 cal).
- Whataburger Patty Melt Jr. ($4.00, 640 cal).
- Onion Rings (medium) ($3.99, 300 cal).
- Hot Apple Pie ($2.19, 270 cal).
- Grilled Cheese ($1.99, 510 cal).
- Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit ($1.99, 330 cal).
- Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich Jr. ($4.00, 655 cal).
- Taquito with Cheese ($3.89, 435 cal).
Why these
The Patty Melt Jr. gives the Patty Melt's Creamy Pepper and grilled onions for $4.00, against $8.79 for the full size. The Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich Jr. is a $4 value item with 655 calories. Onion rings are lighter than medium fries (300 vs 420 cal).
Breakfast On A Bun, the taquito and the Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuit are the breakfast items that get overshadowed by the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit; see best Whataburger breakfast items.
Underrated for value
The Grilled Cheese at $1.99 is the cheapest sandwich on the menu, and the Hot Apple Pie at $2.19 is one of the cheapest desserts. Both are easy add-ons to a meal. More on the cheapest Whataburger items.
Underrated customizations
Small changes can make a familiar item new: jalapeños on a #1 ($0.70), Creamy Pepper instead of mustard, or Spicy Ketchup with onion rings. More ideas are on the Whataburger secret menu page.
Underrated drinks
Beyond soda, the Sleigh Berry and Prickly Pear Raspberry Whatafreshers ($3.69) and the gallon of sweet tea ($4.99) for a group are easy to miss. See the drinks menu.
The classics
If you are new, start with the favorites before the underrated list: see what to order at Whataburger.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most underrated item at Whataburger?
Our pick is the Patty Melt Jr.: the Patty Melt's flavor at a value price.
Is the Whataburger Breakfast On A Bun good?
It is a classic breakfast sandwich at $4.69 and 525 calories, often overshadowed by the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit.
Are Whataburger onion rings worth it?
They are lighter than fries (300 cal medium) and cost $3.99.
What is an underrated Whataburger dessert?
The Hot Apple Pie at $2.19 and 270 calories.
What is the best underrated breakfast at Whataburger?
Breakfast On A Bun ($4.69) and the Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuit ($1.99) are our picks.
Is the Patty Melt Jr. worth it?
Yes for value: $4.00 against $8.79 for the full Patty Melt, with the same Creamy Pepper and grilled onions.
Are Whataburger taquitos good?
The Taquito with Cheese is $3.89 and 435 calories, one of the cheapest breakfast items.
Is the Whataburger Grilled Cheese good?
It is the cheapest sandwich on the menu at $1.99 and the only meat-free sandwich, 510 calories.
What is the best cheap item at Whataburger?
The Grilled Cheese at $1.99 or a $4 Jr. sandwich.