Zaxby’s Menu Prices 2026
Zaxby’s menu prices meal combos from $8.99 to $13.59, salads from $11.19 to $12.19, and catering platters from $43.99 to $84.99. This guide lists every price and explains where the chain’s famous Zax Sauce actually came from.
The Story Behind Zaxby’s
Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley, childhood friends, opened the first Zaxby’s in Statesboro, Georgia, in 1990. Each put in $8,000. It was first called “Zax,” a twist on “snax,” before becoming Zaxby’s in 1994.
The chicken and Zax Sauce recipe came from a smaller chain called Guthrie’s. Zaxby’s grew to over 900 locations, based in Athens, Georgia. Both founders sold stakes to Goldman Sachs in 2020.
At a Glance
| What | Price |
|---|---|
| Cheapest meal | Boneless Wings Meal — $8.99 |
| Cheapest salad | The House Zalad® — $11.19 |
| Kids meals | $6.49 flat |
| Milkshakes | $4.99 |
| Sauce Sampler (try all 12) | $3.99 |
| New in 2026 | Southern Fried Shrimp and Giant Quesadillas returned Jan. 19 |
New for 2026: Limited-Time Items
Zaxby’s confirmed in a January 2026 press release that two fan-favorite items returned on January 19, 2026, for a limited time:
- Southern Fried Shrimp — Zaxby’s take on breaded, fried shrimp, previously a limited-run item.
- Giant Quesadillas — supersized versions of the existing Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla and Chicken Fajita Quesadilla, first introduced in 2025.
Neither item’s price was included in the official announcement. Confirm current pricing and availability with your local store or the Zaxby’s app, since limited-time items can sell out or end early.
Fingerz™ & Wings Meals
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Boneless Wings Meal | $8.99 | 1,010–1,420 |
| Great 8 Boneless Wings Meal | $9.39 | 1,220–1,680 |
| Big Zax Snak® Meal | $9.59 | 960–1,390 |
| Traditional Wings Meal | $11.49 | 1,070–1,480 |
| Chicken Finger Plate | $11.59 | 1,190–1,520 |
| Wings & Things Meal | $13.59 | 1,480–2,050 |
Sandwich Meals
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Zaxbys™ Spicy Signature Sandwich | $9.09 | 1,070–1,400 |
| Kickin Chicken Sandwich | $9.69 | 1,060–1,390 |
| Zaxbys™ Signature Sandwich | $9.69 | 1,060–1,390 |
| 3 Nibblerz® | $9.69 | 1,330–1,660 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $9.89 | 800–1,130 |
Zalads®
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| The House Zalad® | $11.19 | 410–700 |
| Asian Zensation Zalad™ | $11.49 | 530–640 |
| The Cobb Zalad® | $11.49 | 530–820 |
| Blue Zalad | $12.19 | 510–680 |
Zappetizer Trio
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Zappetizer Trio | $10.59 | 780–2,010 |
Sides, Fingerz, Wings & Extras
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Crinkle Fries | $2.59 | 330–850 |
| The Nibbler | $2.59 | 330 |
| Extra Chicken Finger | $2.09 | 100–130 |
| Coleslaw (Cup) | $1.49 | 140 |
| Asian Slaw | $1.79 | 100 |
| Basket of Texas Toast | $3.59 | 450 |
| 2 Nibblerz® | $4.00 | 660 |
| Veggie Egg Rolls | $4.99 | 370 |
| Fried White Cheddar Bites | $5.59 | 890 |
| Fried Pickles | $5.59 | 800 |
| Boneless Wings | $6.99 | 530–2,050 |
| Chicken Fingerz™ | $8.99 | 660–2,620 |
| Traditional Wings | $8.99 | 580–2,290 |
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries | $8.99 | 1,310 |
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla | $11.59 | 1,040–1,400 |
| Chicken Fajita Quesadilla | $11.59 | 1,040–1,400 |
Kids Meals
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fingerz™ | $6.49 | 700–810 |
| Grilled Cheese | $6.49 | 730–840 |
Treats
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Chip Cookies | $2.99 | 170–500 |
| Fried Cheesecake Bites with Strawberry Sauce | $4.89 | 700 |
| Vanilla Milkshake | $4.99 | 570 |
| Chocolate Milkshake | $4.99 | 670 |
| Strawberry Milkshake | $4.99 | 680 |
| Birthday Cake Milkshake | $4.99 | 730 |
Sauces & Dressings
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Extra Sauce | $0.25 | 20–190 |
| Extra Dressing | $0.25 | 35–180 |
| Extra Sauce (8oz) | $2.99 | 120–1,040 |
| Sauce Sampler (Try All 12) | $3.99 | 1,240 |
Beverages
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | $1.09 | 110–160 |
| Kids Drink | $1.49 | 0–200 |
| Apple Juice | $1.49 | 80 |
| Drink (fountain, standard) | $2.49 | 0–650 |
| Frozen Lemonade or Frozen Strawberry Lemonade | $3.49 | 310–400 |
| Handcrafted Lemonade varieties | $3.49 | 100–790 |
| Gallon of Tea | $8.99 | 0–1,750 |
| Gallon of Lemonade | $11.99 | 2,240 |
Fountain drink sizes: Small $2.49, Medium $2.69, Large $2.99, across Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Fanta Cherry, Dr Pepper, Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, Hi-C Fruit Punch, Mello Yello, Powerade Mountain Blast, Hi-C Orange Lavaburst, and Half & Half Tea. Half Tea Half Lemonade runs $3.49/$3.69/$3.99.
Zax Packz (Family Bundles)
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fingerz™ Zax Packz | $36.49 | 3,970 |
| Boneless Wings Zax Packz | $36.49 | 4,630–5,200 |
Catering: Platters
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Toast Platter | $14.99 | 1,510 |
| Traditional Wings Platter | $60.49 | 4,150–4,840 |
| Chicken Fingerz™ and Traditional Wings Zampler Platter | $60.49 | 5,550–6,640 |
| Boneless Wings Platter | $69.99 | 4,940–6,050 |
| Chicken Fingerz™ and Boneless Wings Zampler Platter | $79.99 | 6,000–7,030 |
| Chicken Fingerz™ Platter | $79.99 | 4,920–7,900 |
| Sauced Fingerz™ Platter | $84.99 | 5,030–6,060 |
| Nibblerz Platter | $43.99 | 6,500 |
The Chicken Fingerz and Boneless Wings Zampler Platter’s calorie range is corrected here to 6,000-7,030. The source listed 600 as the low end, which doesn’t match any comparable platter and is very likely a typo.
Catering: Zalad® Platters
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Zalad Platter | $69.99 | 3,260 |
| House Zalad Platter | $77.99 | 4,150–5,010 |
| Cobb Zalad Platter | $79.99 | 4,950–5,810 |
| Asian Zensation Zalad™ Platter | $84.99 | 4,660–5,300 |
Catering: Boxed Lunches
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerz™ Boxed Lunch | $8.49 | 830–1,320 |
| Zaxby’s® Signature Sandwich Boxed Lunch | $9.99 | 1,440–1,650 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich Boxed Lunch | $9.99 | 970–1,180 |
| Nibbler Boxed Lunch | $9.99 | 1,130–1,340 |
| Boneless Wings Boxed Lunch | $9.99 | 790–1,260 |
| House Zalad Boxed Lunch | $12.99 | 570–870 |
| Cobb Zalad Boxed Lunch | $12.99 | 690–990 |
| Asian Zensation Zalad™ Boxed Lunch | $12.99 | 630–880 |
Catering: Extras
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Coleslaw (catering size) | $3.79 | 300–1,410 |
| Cookie Platter | $11.99 | 1,990–5,990 |
| Veggie Egg Roll Platter | $39.99 | 2,310 |
Catering Coleslaw at $3.79 is a larger, shareable portion, not the same $1.49 cup listed above.
How to Save Money at Zaxby’s
- Order the Boneless Wings Meal, the cheapest combo at $8.99.
- Use the Sauce Sampler ($3.99) to try all 12 sauces before committing to a full-size Extra Sauce.
- Choose the Coleslaw Cup or Asian Slaw over pricier sides if you’re watching the bill.
- Order a Zax Packz for group meals instead of separate individual combos.
- Split a Nibblerz Platter for casual group gatherings; it’s the cheapest catering platter at $43.99.
Why Prices Vary by Location
Zaxby’s operates mostly through franchising, so individual owners set final pricing within brand guidelines. Confirm exact pricing with your local restaurant or the Zaxby’s app.
Opening Hours
Hours vary by location, but this schedule is commonly reported:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday–Saturday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–1 AM |
Confirm your local store’s hours before visiting.
Key Takeaways
- Meal combos run $8.99 to $13.59, with the Boneless Wings Meal as the cheapest option.
- Southern Fried Shrimp and Giant Quesadillas returned January 19, 2026, for a limited time, no price confirmed yet.
- Zax Sauce traces back to a smaller chain called Guthrie’s, not an in-house original recipe.
- Zaxby’s is franchise-run, so prices and hours vary by location.
FAQs
What is Zax Sauce made from?
Zaxby’s hasn’t published the exact recipe, but the sauce concept traces back to a smaller chicken finger chain called Guthrie’s, which influenced Zaxby’s founders early on.
Who founded Zaxby’s?
Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley, childhood friends, opened the first Zaxby’s in Statesboro, Georgia, in 1990, each investing $8,000.
Was Zaxby’s always called Zaxby’s?
No. It opened as “Zax” in 1990 and became Zaxby’s in 1994.
What’s the cheapest meal at Zaxby’s?
The Boneless Wings Meal, at $8.99.
Does Zaxby’s do catering?
Yes, including platters, boxed lunches, and Zalad platters, ranging from about $14 to $85.
Is Zaxby’s a franchise?
Yes, most locations are independently owned and operated through franchising, which is why pricing can vary by store.
Is Zaxby’s bringing back Southern Fried Shrimp in 2026?
Yes. Zaxby’s confirmed in a January 2026 press release that Southern Fried Shrimp and Giant Quesadillas both returned on January 19, 2026, as limited-time items.
Conclusion
Zaxby’s menu prices for 2026 range from a $0.25 extra sauce to an $84.99 catering platter, with most meal combos landing between $9 and $14. Since Zaxby’s is franchise-run, confirm your local pricing with the app before ordering, and bookmark this page for updates.
Official Zaxby’s Sources
- Website: zaxbys.com
- Facebook: facebook.com/Zaxbys
- Instagram: instagram.com/realzaxbys
