The latest menu innovation delivers a modern take on classic comfort food, just in time for fall

Cheese lovers unite! It’s going to get cheesy and melty at PerkinsTM American Food Co., and you’re going to love it. Your favorite family dining brand is ready to have you melt for its NEW Mega Melts, loaded with layers of premium meats, top quality ingredients, and melty cheeses. Starting September 4, guests can enjoy the limited-time menu starting at $11.99 at participating locations.

Each NEW Mega Melt comes with a choice of premium sides and is paired with complementary dipping sauces including Homestyle Ranch, Creamy Chipotle Ranch, and a new “secret sauce”. Plus, for guests looking to add a little green to their plate (because hey, greens are good, too), Perkins is also launching a new Kale Apple Walnut Salad full of fresh and flavorful seasonal ingredients that bring the flavors of fall to guests’ plates.

“Our NEW Mega Melts are an exciting and modern twist on a familiar favorite. Piled high with quality ingredients and bursting with elevated flavor, they are so huge that calling them sandwiches would be disrespectful,” said Mindy Armstrong, VP of Menu Innovation for PerkinsTM American Food Co. “Our guests should prepare to indulge their cravings and feel satisfied as they leave feeling full for as little as $11.99.”

Here's the mouthwatering lineup to get you drooling:

  • Buffalo Chicken Melt: Grilled sourdough bread layered with buffalo-infused crispy chicken tenders, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, coleslaw, sliced Pepper Jack and shredded mozzarella cheese. Served with Ranch dressing for dipping.
  • The Hangover Melt: Grilled sourdough bread, dipped in French Toast batter and layered with hearty sausage, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, crunchy tots, sliced Cheddar and shredded mozzarella cheese. Served with a maple syrup dipping sauce.
  • Grilled Steak Melt: Grilled sourdough bread layered with shaved rib-eye steak, sliced Cheddar and shredded mozzarella cheese, spicy jalapeños, green bell pepper and yellow onion. Served with Chipotle Ranch sauce for dipping.
  • The O.G. Melt: Three slices of grilled Vienna bread layered with two 100% Angus beef patties, sliced Cheddar cheese, sauteed sweet onions, and the Perkins secret sauce. Served with extra secret sauce for dipping.
  • Kale Apple Walnut Salad: Fresh kale, shredding cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced apples, walnuts, craisins and creamy goat cheese all lightly tossed in apple cider vinaigrette.

But hold on to your forks – Perkins isn’t stopping there because, of course, no one can forget their iconic bakery. With the autumn season in full swing, Perkins is bringing a burst of excitement to its menu with the introduction of the NEW Caramel Apple Crisper, a mouthwatering treat that combines the sweetness of caramel with the tartness of apples, all nestled into a crispy crust. And for those who can't resist the classic flavors of fall, Perkins is bringing back its Pumpkin Pie, made with a rich and creamy pumpkin filling, and its Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mammoth Muffin®, a delightful combination of pumpkin and cream cheese flavors.

Enjoy Perkins favorites, including all entrées and bakery treats with dine-in, curbside pickup or delivery by visiting www.PerkinsToGo.com. Planning a bigger gathering? No problem! Now you can also cater your gatherings and business meetings with the new Perkins Catering by visiting www.Perkinscaters.com For more information, contact your local Perkins location or visit https://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/menu.

For more information about Perkins American Food Co., visit www.perkinsrestaurants.com.

About Perkins American Food Co.

Perkins American Food Co., formerly Perkins Restaurant & Bakery®, is the latest evolution of the heritage brand that is as American as apple pie. Grounded in tradition and their key pillars of value, quality, and service, Perkins boasts the same heart and soul since its founding in 1958, but with a new attitude.

The brand serves up American classics of yesterday that meet the tastes of guests today, generously portioned and priced just right. Their hospitality, accentuated with a strong commitment to kindness, continues to shine through as a key differentiator along with innovation to continually evolve and offer guests what they want and crave.

Perkins currently operates nearly 300 company-owned and franchise locations across the U.S. and Canada. The company is owned by Ascent Hospitality Management.

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