Culver’s Secret Menu: 8 Hacks Loyal Guests Swear By

November 2025 update

Culver’s doesn’t publish a formal “secret menu,” but regulars know a handful of easy customizations that turn the classics into cult favorites. Availability varies by location (and by how busy the kitchen is), so be polite, specific, and flexible. Here are eight tried-and-true hacks—plus the exact words to order them.

1) The “Low-Carb ButterBurger” (Lettuce-Wrap)

What it is: Your ButterBurger®—no bun—wrapped in a big stack of lettuce with extra pickles/onions for crunch.
Why fans love it: Same chargrilled flavor, fewer bun calories, stays handheld.
How to order: “ButterBurger single, lettuce-wrapped—mustard only, extra pickles and onions.”
Upgrade tip: Add tomato and a side of mushrooms/onions for diner-style vibes.

2) Extra-Crispy Cheese Curds

What it is: Wisconsin Cheese Curds cooked well-done for a deeper crunch.
Why fans love it: The exterior is extra shattery while the inside stays melty.
How to order: “Cheese curds, extra crispy please—and ranch on the side.”
Swap: Marinara or honey mustard if you want a sweeter dip.

3) Chili-Topper Fries (or Baked Potato)

What it is: A small George’s® Chili poured over crinkle-cut fries—or over a plain baked potato where available.
Why fans love it: Cozy, fork-and-knife comfort that eats like a meal.
How to order: “Small chili and small fries—please put the chili on top (or I’ll do it at the table).”
Lean angle: Choose the baked potato base and add jalapeños for heat without extra calories.

4) The Grilled-Cheese Patty Melt

What it is: A Grilled Cheese with a single burger patty tucked inside; grilled onions optional.
Why fans love it: Buttery toast + gooey cheese + burger = classic patty-melt energy.
How to order: “Grilled cheese—add one burger patty and grilled onions.”
Pro move: Ask for Swiss if your location has it; it melts beautifully.

5) Root Beer Custard Float (a.k.a. Brown Cow)

What it is: A scoop of frozen custard sunk into Culver’s distinctive root beer.
Why fans love it: Old-school soda-fountain nostalgia with that ultra-creamy custard texture.
How to order: “Root beer with one scoop of vanilla custard, please—like a float.”
Twist: Try flavor-of-the-day custard in the float for a seasonal spin.

6) Concrete Mixer “Layered Blend”

What it is: Instead of fully blitzing your Concrete Mixer®, ask for light-mix with half the toppings mixed in and half layered on top.
Why fans love it: You get both big chunks and a creamy base—best of both textures.
How to order: “Vanilla Concrete Mixer—light mix—half the Oreo mixed in and half on top.”
Flavor pairings that slap: Salted caramel + pretzel pieces; peanut butter + brownie; lemon + shortbread (when stocked).

7) Half-and-Half Custard (Two Scoops, One Dish)

What it is: Split your dish: half vanilla, half chocolate (or vanilla + flavor of the day).
Why fans love it: Variety without committing to a full serving of one flavor.
How to order: “Two-scoop dish—one scoop vanilla, one scoop [flavor of the day].”
Tidy topper: A light dusting of crushed nuts adds crunch with control.

8) The “Skinny Deluxe” ButterBurger Build

What it is: A ButterBurger Deluxe taste profile—with mustard, extra veggies, and light butter on the bun (or ask for it un-buttered).
Why fans love it: Still feels like a fully loaded burger, just cleaner.
How to order: “ButterBurger single, mustard only—extra lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles—light (or no) bun butter.”
Option: Go lettuce-wrap + mushroom/onion if you want even leaner.

Ordering Etiquette (so the hack actually happens)

Be specific and brief. One request at a time (“extra crispy curds,” “light mix, half on top”).
Check the rush. If the store is slammed, keep the hack simple (lettuce-wrap > layered mixer).
Be flexible. Some locations can’t ring up certain combos—offer to DIY at the table (e.g., chili over fries).
Tip with kindness. Custom builds take a moment—gratitude goes a long way.

Quick Copy/Paste Scripts 😎

“ButterBurger single, lettuce-wrapped—mustard only, extra pickles/onions.”
“Cheese curds extra crispy, ranch on the side.”
“Small chili over a small fry, please.”
“Grilled cheese—add a burger patty and grilled onions.”
“Root beer with a scoop of vanilla custard—like a float.”
“Vanilla Concrete Mixer—light mix—half topping mixed, half on top.”
“Two-scoop dish—one vanilla, one flavor of the day.”
“ButterBurger single, mustard only—extra lettuce/tomato/onion/pickles—light bun butter.”

Last Bite: Secret Wins, Midwestern Smiles 😄🍦

Culver’s crews are pros, and most of these requests are simple, respectful tweaks to what they already do well. Start with one hack per visit (curds extra crispy, a float, or a lettuce-wrap), then build your personal playbook. Got a regional twist your local team nails? Add it to your own “secret menu” and pass it on.

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