We went to Culver's for the first time tonight for my birthday because they had sent us a sheet of coupons. We were very pleasantly greeted, and when I informed them it was our first time, we were led through the ordering and seating and all that. The manager took my folks to a table and got them situated with their drinks while I finished up ordering. My folks had the butterburger double deluxe, as that was a 2-for-1 deal. I had the mushroom and swiss single, with a free upgrade to onion rings as a side. All the burgers were wonderfully flavourful and the tomatoes on the deluxe burgers were quite tasty (which can often be a problem elsewhere). The counter folk were very helpful in guiding me through the ordering process, telling me what was on each burger, and so on. Culver's features Pepsi drinks, which is normally a bit of a downer for me, but they did have Pepse Maxx on the fountain, so I was pleased. For dessert, my folks each ordered a turtle sundae, again on a 2-for-1 coupon, while I got the pecan and hot fudge sundae. Their frozen custard is first rate, just the way ice cream should taste. We all felt we would return, and maybe try out some of the other things on their menu. I especially want to try the reuben melt.
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Gwyn B.
I've visited this location several times, and been reasonably satisfied with the food, given that it's just over-priced, greasy fast food. Well okay, it's not very fast, but at least it's better than a lot of the competition. My complaint is really about their advertising. I expect a little spin in advertising but I don't like being deliberately lied to. Their latest TV ad states that Culver's sears their burgers to "seal in the juices." Really? In his classic culinary textbook "On Food and Cooking" educator Harold McGee explains that this is a notion that surfaced in the 19th century and was quickly disproved. Searing meat doesn't "seal in" anything and that isn't why it's done. I'd be amazed if there's a chef anywhere in the Western world who believes that. We sear meat to get the browning or Milliard reactions on the surface of the meat, which enhance the flavor. And anyone who's cooked a steak or a burger should know this simply by seeing what happens as you cook it. Certainly Culver's isn't managed by culinary idiots. I'll bet they understand this perfectly. So guys, what's with the advertising? Do you really have that little respect for your customers, or for the truth? I'll be eating elsewhere.
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Jeanette J.
The food is fine as far as greasy fast food goes, but they can't get an order right to save their lives. It's very frustrating. I've been ordering here once a week for 6 months, and they really only get an order right about 25% of the time. They usually err in condiments. If you ask for ketchup, they give you pickles. If you say no pickles, they give you pickles, etc. The other thing they do is automatically upgrade you to the more expensive item. For instance, if you say "plain butterburger" they give you a double deluxe with cheese, "fries" equals large size fries, etc. It probably is good for the store's bottom line, but it is not appreciated by regular customers. Just thought I'd let you know!
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Tim W.
Ok, Culvers is a Wisconsin import. I love this place. The food takes a few minutes longer but its worth it. The meat is lean. The sizes are what you want. They dont try to give you super sizes. I have ordered many of the items on the menu, but i now get the Bacon Butter Burger Delux with Onion rings and a rootbeer (no ice). Its the perfect fast food burger with lettuce red onion cheese mayo pickles bacon. damn im drooling now. anyways just go, when you need a quick bite for home. Get the shakes too. mmmmm
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Jennifer L.
Every once in awhile I got ta go and get me a Bacon Butter-burger Deluxe with onion rings on the side. *cue Homer Simpson Drool noise* Talk about your guilty pleasure. YUM. I don't hit this place often as they are kinda spendy, and the wait in the drive through is always long. BUT that means the quality is high as they don't pull your food pre-made from under a heat lamp. Also they close at 10:00 at night - so in the Summer when you work all day in the yard and burn enough calories to have earned a butter burger, and you go get cleaned up and head out to Culver's - they are closing when you get there. Annoying. I have had bad experiences here. I have ordered a Sunday with hot fudge and cashews (soooooooo goood) and gotten the wrong nut. When we handed it back I heard them say - Which one is the cashew then? Hu. Also I have had a sunday literally dripping down the sides as they handed it out and they seemed surprised that I was annoyed and wanted napkins. But truly they stand alone in a spotlight when it comes to fast food.
(4)
Brian S.
Not living in the twin cities, unless I have heard about a place from family or Yelp, I listen to suggestions. THe night we flew in, my aunt and grandmother said "Culver's." What a treat.! There Culver's deluxe is excellent with all of that tender, greasless meaty, cheesy, pickly, oniony, tomatoey goodness on a fresh bun; the fries are greasless and crispy. THe chilled custard with cherry and pecans a sublimely smooth with a plethora of sweet, salty, smooth, and nutty hitting your tastebuds like who knows what. The turtle cake is sinful with its rich layers of chocolate, custard, pecans, and caramel. Their strawberry shake is rich, smooth and creamy with real buttermilk and strawberries, no mixes here.! THe employees are very nice and wikll answer any questions that you may have. This location is clean. Round it off with a shake or one of there soft drinks, and needless to say one of their custards or ice cream cakes, and you wiill not be disappointed. This has definitely got to be some of the best fastfood that I have ever had. So, for excellent burgers, fries, shakes, custards, and ice cream cakes at rock bottom prices with friendly service in a clean, casual atmosphere, Culver's cannot be beat. Oh, I tried a sample of their chocolate ice cream when I was dining here one night and it was rich and smooth; once again, sinful.! I am Culverized.! Keep up the good work guys.!
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Drive-Thru : Yes
Tamara T.
We went to Culver's for the first time tonight for my birthday because they had sent us a sheet of coupons. We were very pleasantly greeted, and when I informed them it was our first time, we were led through the ordering and seating and all that. The manager took my folks to a table and got them situated with their drinks while I finished up ordering. My folks had the butterburger double deluxe, as that was a 2-for-1 deal. I had the mushroom and swiss single, with a free upgrade to onion rings as a side. All the burgers were wonderfully flavourful and the tomatoes on the deluxe burgers were quite tasty (which can often be a problem elsewhere). The counter folk were very helpful in guiding me through the ordering process, telling me what was on each burger, and so on. Culver's features Pepsi drinks, which is normally a bit of a downer for me, but they did have Pepse Maxx on the fountain, so I was pleased. For dessert, my folks each ordered a turtle sundae, again on a 2-for-1 coupon, while I got the pecan and hot fudge sundae. Their frozen custard is first rate, just the way ice cream should taste. We all felt we would return, and maybe try out some of the other things on their menu. I especially want to try the reuben melt.
(4)Gwyn B.
I've visited this location several times, and been reasonably satisfied with the food, given that it's just over-priced, greasy fast food. Well okay, it's not very fast, but at least it's better than a lot of the competition. My complaint is really about their advertising. I expect a little spin in advertising but I don't like being deliberately lied to. Their latest TV ad states that Culver's sears their burgers to "seal in the juices." Really? In his classic culinary textbook "On Food and Cooking" educator Harold McGee explains that this is a notion that surfaced in the 19th century and was quickly disproved. Searing meat doesn't "seal in" anything and that isn't why it's done. I'd be amazed if there's a chef anywhere in the Western world who believes that. We sear meat to get the browning or Milliard reactions on the surface of the meat, which enhance the flavor. And anyone who's cooked a steak or a burger should know this simply by seeing what happens as you cook it. Certainly Culver's isn't managed by culinary idiots. I'll bet they understand this perfectly. So guys, what's with the advertising? Do you really have that little respect for your customers, or for the truth? I'll be eating elsewhere.
(1)Jeanette J.
The food is fine as far as greasy fast food goes, but they can't get an order right to save their lives. It's very frustrating. I've been ordering here once a week for 6 months, and they really only get an order right about 25% of the time. They usually err in condiments. If you ask for ketchup, they give you pickles. If you say no pickles, they give you pickles, etc. The other thing they do is automatically upgrade you to the more expensive item. For instance, if you say "plain butterburger" they give you a double deluxe with cheese, "fries" equals large size fries, etc. It probably is good for the store's bottom line, but it is not appreciated by regular customers. Just thought I'd let you know!
(2)Tim W.
Ok, Culvers is a Wisconsin import. I love this place. The food takes a few minutes longer but its worth it. The meat is lean. The sizes are what you want. They dont try to give you super sizes. I have ordered many of the items on the menu, but i now get the Bacon Butter Burger Delux with Onion rings and a rootbeer (no ice). Its the perfect fast food burger with lettuce red onion cheese mayo pickles bacon. damn im drooling now. anyways just go, when you need a quick bite for home. Get the shakes too. mmmmm
(5)Jennifer L.
Every once in awhile I got ta go and get me a Bacon Butter-burger Deluxe with onion rings on the side. *cue Homer Simpson Drool noise* Talk about your guilty pleasure. YUM. I don't hit this place often as they are kinda spendy, and the wait in the drive through is always long. BUT that means the quality is high as they don't pull your food pre-made from under a heat lamp. Also they close at 10:00 at night - so in the Summer when you work all day in the yard and burn enough calories to have earned a butter burger, and you go get cleaned up and head out to Culver's - they are closing when you get there. Annoying. I have had bad experiences here. I have ordered a Sunday with hot fudge and cashews (soooooooo goood) and gotten the wrong nut. When we handed it back I heard them say - Which one is the cashew then? Hu. Also I have had a sunday literally dripping down the sides as they handed it out and they seemed surprised that I was annoyed and wanted napkins. But truly they stand alone in a spotlight when it comes to fast food.
(4)Brian S.
Not living in the twin cities, unless I have heard about a place from family or Yelp, I listen to suggestions. THe night we flew in, my aunt and grandmother said "Culver's." What a treat.! There Culver's deluxe is excellent with all of that tender, greasless meaty, cheesy, pickly, oniony, tomatoey goodness on a fresh bun; the fries are greasless and crispy. THe chilled custard with cherry and pecans a sublimely smooth with a plethora of sweet, salty, smooth, and nutty hitting your tastebuds like who knows what. The turtle cake is sinful with its rich layers of chocolate, custard, pecans, and caramel. Their strawberry shake is rich, smooth and creamy with real buttermilk and strawberries, no mixes here.! THe employees are very nice and wikll answer any questions that you may have. This location is clean. Round it off with a shake or one of there soft drinks, and needless to say one of their custards or ice cream cakes, and you wiill not be disappointed. This has definitely got to be some of the best fastfood that I have ever had. So, for excellent burgers, fries, shakes, custards, and ice cream cakes at rock bottom prices with friendly service in a clean, casual atmosphere, Culver's cannot be beat. Oh, I tried a sample of their chocolate ice cream when I was dining here one night and it was rich and smooth; once again, sinful.! I am Culverized.! Keep up the good work guys.!
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