The Ultimate Guide To Jack In The Box's Breakfast Menu

Sometimes it seems like there are so many fast food restaurants out there that it's impossible to keep track of them and their ever-changing menus. On top of that, many franchises have seasonal items, limited-edition meals, rotating specials, and more to keep up with. But one fast food chain that's stayed pretty consistent is Jack in the Box. At least when it comes to their breakfast menu, that is. The chain might not be quite as popular as McDonald's, Chick-fil-A, or Taco Bell, but Jack in the Box's menu is pretty iconic. And no, we're not just talking about their beloved tacos or the chain's hilarious (if a little creepy) mascot. Turns out, Jack in the Box's breakfast menu is something everyone should be more aware of. Why? Because it's pretty impressive. 

An early standout from other fast food competitors, Jack in the Box's breakfast menu is served all day, and it's been that way for years. No matter where you are, if there's a Jack in the Box that's open, chances are you can get your breakfast food fix. And since many Jack in the Box locations stay open 24 hours, that means there's pretty much always breakfast available. But what on their breakfast menu is worth trying? And just how healthy is it? Are there any hacks to know before ordering? Read on to explore our ultimate guide to Jack in the Box's breakfast menu.

The current Jack in the Box breakfast menu is quite expansive. However, there are some key points to remember before you head to your local drive-thru and start ordering. While you can get breakfast any time of day (or night) at Jack and the Box, there's a difference between their morning breakfast menu and the all-day breakfast menu.

This key distinction is that you can only order a combo from the regular breakfast menu in the morning. While you can certainly make your own combo of sorts by ordering a breakfast sandwich as well as a side of hash browns and whatever drink you choose at any time of the day, you will not get the convenience or the combo pricing outside of the morning breakfast hours (which vary by location). Still, when you're wanting a large breakfast at a normal breakfast hour, then Jack in the Box is the place to be. 

When you think of fast food breakfasts, you probably think of the classic breakfast sandwich, perhaps a breakfast burrito, along with a side of hash browns. Crispy, greasy, and delicious, hash browns are the standard morning side option for just about every fast food restaurant out there. And while some offer lighter alternatives such as fruit or yogurt, Jack in the Box takes things to another level with their side options.

You can choose the standard hash browns as your side dish with any breakfast item or combo. But if you're feeling adventurous or like you'd prefer to satisfy your sweet tooth, then you can substitute mini pancakes as a side for your breakfast combo. These adorable, tasty, sweet little mini pancakes come in a pack of eight and are served with syrup. Now, if that doesn't sound completely delicious and like the perfect change of pace compared to most fast food breakfast options, then what does? Getting a savory, salty breakfast sandwich with soft, fluffy, sweet pancakes makes for the perfect breakfast.

It's not shocking that the breakfast menu at Jack in the Box is full of fully-loaded, greasy, high-calorie items. But there are some menu offerings that are a lot heartier and, to be honest, worse for your health, than others. 

First, you'll probably want to steer clear of the Grande Sausage Burrito if you're watching what you eat, as it comes in at a whopping 1,070 calories, with 72 grams of fat, 70 grams of carbohydrates, and 2,210 milligrams of sodium — which is almost the entire daily amount recommended for adults by the FDA.The Meat Lovers Breakfast Burrito is a slightly lighter, containing 810 calories and 51 grams of fat. But it's still not exactly the healthiest way to start your day, as this burrito is loaded with high-sodium, processed meats including bacon, sausage, and ham. And it's worth noting that both of these sandwiches are loaded with nearly 400 grams of cholesterol. Then, there's the Extreme Sausage Sandwich, and with a name like that, what do you expect? The sandwich has 650 calories and 49 grams of fat, along with 1,140 milligrams of sodium. So if you're looking to truly treat yourself then you know just what to get at Jack in the Box.

One way fast food restaurants work to make sure they stay relevant is by introducing new menu items, limited-time specials and deals, and even brand partnerships every so often. And Jack in the Box is no different, launching a new Brunchfast menu (essentially and all-day brunch) in September of 2016. The menu boasted quite a few delicious breakfast-like items, including a Bacon and Egg Chicken Sandwich; a Brunch Burger served on a croissant; the Southwest Scrambler plate loaded with eggs, homestyle potatoes, and roasted peppers and onions; Orange Cranberry Muffins; plus a Blood Orange Fruit Cooler to wash everything down.

If that doesn't sound pretty darn appetizing, then what does? Unfortunately, if you're interested in trying Jack in the Box's brunch menu, then you are sadly a few years too late, as the Brunchfast menu was short-lived. As of 2023, those menu items no longer exist, and there's not much mention of the Brunchfast menu online past 2017. It's not clear why Jack and the Box got rid of these offerings, but luckily it did not mean they dispensed of their regular breakfast combos or their all-day breakfast offerings. 

Now, Jack in the Box might have an impressive breakfast menu, but that doesn't mean everything on the menu is a winner. In fact, far from it. While many breakfast options at the fast food restaurant have garnered some die-hard fans, there are also some fair criticisms of a few menu items. 

One of those items is the chain's iced coffee. "My first time having Jack in the Box breakfast. It wasn't bad but the iced coffee wasn't great though," one Twitter user complained. Furthermore, our editors found that the flavored iced coffee varieties are cloyingly sweet and artificial tasting.

Additionally, some say the burritos aren't that great, either. "Gross, taste[s] like my deceased grandmother made it in a hell where there is no seasoning, like a boy at school asking 'wheres my hug,'" one particularly impassioned Twitter user wrote. That may be partially because the eggs are definitely lacking in the seasoning department. "Btw y'all these Jack in the Box breakfast platter scrambled eggs are so so so gross oh my god. The texture is okay but the actual taste wtffff," as another Twitter user put it. We recommend eating them as part of a breakfast sandwich where they are complemented by cheese and salty meat. 

If there's one thing that pretty much everyone can agree on these days, it's that the cost of groceries is getting ridiculous. With inflation, groceries that used to cost someone $10 are now costing closer to $15, and it's not easy on anyone's wallets. It might even lead some people to wonder if it's cheaper to just get fast food than it is to buy groceries to cook at home. And with the prices at Jack in the Box, that just might be true.

Specifically for their breakfast menu items, Jack in the Box's prices are pretty good. According to Fast Food Menu Prices, in the state of New York, a Jumbo Platter will only cost you $4.57, and a Loaded Breakfast Sandwich combo (complete with hash browns and a drink) is only $6.67. In other states those prices are even lower; in Texas, a Loaded Breakfast Sandwich combo comes in at just over $5. That's not all that expensive considering the rising cost of eggs across the United States — not to mention the average price of a cup of coffee from Starbucks. So really, getting breakfast at Jack in the Box might be more economical than getting groceries to make breakfast every day, especially if you want a filling morning meal and are short on time.