Egg surcharges? Never heard of it.” Cracker Barrel’s witty promo takes a jab at Waffle House’s new 50-cent per egg fee.

Some restaurants in Northeast Ohio and beyond are adding "egg surcharges" to the menu, 50 cents or $1 to the price of an egg dish to offset high costs.

Eggs aren’t just expensive in 2025. They’re difficult to find at all, especially for those who need them in bulk. Anthony Lauro, the owner of Anthony’s Cheesecake & Restaurant in Bloomfield, has spent ...