Looking for a hearty Southern-style meal? The Papa Joe’s Porkchop Dinner delivers flavor, comfort, and plenty of calories to keep you satisfied. Featuring juicy porkchops served with golden hashbrowns, this plate is a customer favorite for dinner lovers who want a classic, filling dish.
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🥩 Papa Joe’s Porkchop Dinner Price & Calories
- Price: $12.60
- Calories: 1,620 Cal.
This dinner is built for big appetites and comes with flavorful porkchops plus a serving of crispy hashbrowns.
🥔 Hashbrown Upgrade Options
Your Porkchop Dinner comes with golden, crispy hashbrowns — but you can customize them to fit your appetite and taste.
🔄 Hashbrown Sizes:
- Single Hashbrowns: Included (190 Cal.)
- Double Hashbrowns: +$1.15 (380 Cal.)
- Triple Hashbrowns: +$2.15 (570 Cal.)
🧀 Hashbrown Toppings
Upgrade your hashbrowns with any (or all) of these delicious toppings for just +$0.65 each:
- Smothered in Onions – 15 Cal.
- Covered in Cheese – 50 Cal.
- Chunked with Hickory Smoked Ham – 60 Cal.
- Diced with Grilled Tomatoes – 5 Cal.
- Peppered with Jalapeños – 10 Cal.
- Capped with Grilled Mushrooms – 20 Cal.
- Topped with Bert’s Chili™ – 80 Cal.
- Country Style (Sausage Gravy) – 90 Cal.
💡 Pro tip: Go for “All the Way” Hashbrowns by mixing multiple toppings for a loaded Southern-style plate.
📊 Papa Joe’s Pork Chop Dinner Nutrition Facts (Waffle House)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1000 | — |
| Calories from Fat | 450 | — |
| Total Fat | 50g | 64% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | — |
| Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 1610mg | 70% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Total Sugars | 7g | — |
| Protein | 83g | 166% |
✅ Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
⚠️ Allergen Information
The Porkchop Dinner and hashbrown add-ons may contain or be exposed to the following allergens:
- Wheat (flour in gravy, breading)
- Dairy (cheese, cream, gravy)
- Soy (oils, seasonings)
- Eggs (in some toppings and sides)
- Pork/Meat (ham, sausage gravy, porkchops)
Cross-contact in shared kitchens is possible.
🍽️ Best Pairings
- Add a side salad or vegetables to balance the heaviness.
- Pair with iced tea or coffee for a classic diner-style experience.
- Upgrade your hashbrowns with cheese + chili for a spicy, cheesy comfort meal.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How much is Papa Joe’s Porkchop Dinner?
The dinner costs $12.60 (base price).
2. How many calories are in Papa Joe’s Porkchop Dinner?
The meal has 1,620 calories before adding hashbrown upgrades or toppings.
3. Can I double or triple my hashbrowns?
Yes! A double hashbrown is +$1.15 and a triple hashbrown is +$2.15.
4. What are the hashbrown topping options?
You can add toppings like onions, cheese, ham, tomatoes, jalapeños, mushrooms, chili, or sausage gravy for +$0.65 each.
5. Is this meal good for sharing?
With over 1,600 calories plus sides, it’s a hearty dinner that can be shared, especially if you load up on hashbrowns.
6. Does the Porkchop Dinner come with gravy?
Gravy isn’t included by default, but you can add sausage gravy as a hashbrown topping or request it on the side at most locations.
7. Is Papa Joe’s Porkchop Dinner gluten-free?
No, it contains gluten in several components like gravy and breading.
8. Can I make it low-calorie?
For a lighter option, stick with single hashbrowns and skip toppings like cheese, chili, or gravy. Adding grilled tomato or mushrooms is a low-calorie way to add flavor.
