Why, why, why did I stop by for a quick bite? Now it's at least a date a month with Culvers. Reasonably priced, deliciously flavorful, and those fluffy fries. Thus far, I've resisted the custards. I dread the coming summer months when I cannot hold my willpower off any longer. Note: stick to the burgers. The chili's OK, and pot roast nothing to write home about.
(5)
Nikki C.
butter, bacon, fried cheese curds, rootbeer, big ass burgers that will clog your arteries as you eat... not only on the menu here at culvers, but soon to be the "cause of death" listed on my autopsy. I can wish for better ways to die, but still not a bad way to go.
(4)
Maurie A.
This is fast food done right!!! None of this burgers in the warmer nonsense! They cook to order, food is hot and fresh and they bring it to you! Get a pecan-pumpkin mixer if you can--Super yummy!!! Worried about calories? Just skip a buttery bun from your burger.:-D I did, but I am eyeing it now...
(5)
kelly c.
I've been to decent Culver's before. I'm not in love with Culver's, but this one is terrible. And my grandma *loves* it. So I chalk it up and take her here from time to time. I have never had a good experience here. I'm sorry, but your cold fries and soggy burgers just aren't cuttin it, c's.
(1)
Kathy R.
My sympathy to lactose intolerant people - b/c you are missing out on some of the finest fast food to be had at any chain in Illinois. Or beyond. For example, you're probably not eating Culver's famed butter-burger (the butter is actually on the bun), or the cheese curds. Yep, a Wisconsin delicacy, right here. If you've never tried them, you should. Very tasty! But you're really missing out on the most compelling reason to drive out of your way to Culver's: the custard. It is cold sugary goodness - chocolate, vanilla or flavor of the day. I'll be honest: I'm a gal who likes her hot fudge with a side of ice cream. But this stuff needs nothing - no fudge, caramel, or mix-ins. Yes, it's that good. In fairness, there are excellent dairy-free options: Philly rib-eye steak, pot roast and Walleye pike sandwiches are top-notch. Really, you can't go wrong. Just remember to bring Lactaid with you, b/c you won't be able to resist the custard.
(5)
Steve H.
As someone who lived in Wisconsin where the Culver chain originated, these places will always have a place in my heart. Definitely better than the average fast food joint. Try everything if you have the chance!
(3)
Dodd V.
How can you go wrong with butter burgers and fried cheese curds? It is a no brainer good place to eat. Typical fast food service, walking up to a counter inside or drive through outside.....but who goes to a place like this for the service. Give me good food quick and I am happy. Frozen custard is a nice change of pace too, and if I am getting really wacky........you can save a cow or two with their great fish options. Overall, great fast food! I love it and don't get to go hear nearly enough.
(4)
Steve C.
Culvers is a classic staple of the Chicago area for frozen treats. This location in particular is well visited by the older crowd in the area. Makes the whole place seem a little nervous re town-based than fast food. A good place to get what you crave!
(4)
Vikki Y.
Had an incident with my meal and wanted to commend the staff and management for handling the manned in a very professional way. Alberto, the manager, rectified the situation promptly and I truly appreciate his courteous demeanor. Thank you again for responding the way your restaurant did. I will definitely be back and will overlook the incident. Thanks again to the staff as well.
(5)
Brent W.
The main purpose of this review is for my burger list creation. The other ? to let you know how good fast food can be. Culver's is tied for the top spot in the land of fast food burgers (and beyond). The other ? Steak n Shake.
(4)
Natalie L.
Jesus Christ this stuff is like crack. Culver's Frozen Custard, for the uninitiated, is like richer ice cream (it's made with eggs and more cream) and has less air so it's denser. Culver's makes a few basic flavors plus a flavor of the day that tends to be a bit more funky. It is the closest thing to old school frozen custard like Kopp's (for those Milwaukeeans) you can find in the area, and it's amazing. I have never eaten anything but the custard from here but I'm told the food is excellent as well, for fast food--all fresh and made to order (my dad loves the butter burgers). If I'm lucky my dad will have Culver's with the Thanksgiving pie. If you've never had Culver's, you're really missing out.
(5)
Y.D. K.
Lots of parking, great service dining in as well as drive-thru, and excellent food - I've only had the deluxe Butterburgers but they are excellent over Steak 'n Shake (still like them, though) and most of the other burger places. Staff always seem friendly, maybe too much. The frozen custard is always excellent and fattening!!! Too bad there aren't too many more in the Chicagoland area. Fries are quite good, though the onion rings are just okay (I like Portillo's better).
(4)
Kat L.
This place is what fast food should be. I mean. At least in terms of food quality. First off, here's some rules I live by. - never order pizza from a gyros place - never get fries from a chinese buffet get the point? So anyways. The sign says Culver's: Frozen custard and butter burgers. Therefore, you wont' fail if you come here for a burger and dessert. Everything else is at your own risk. I love mushrooms. The mush-swiss is great for me. But FYI: most burgers won't come with lettuce and tomato, onion, pickle, etc. unless specified on the menu. Still, I've never had a problem asking for a couple of sides without extra charge. Their fries are crinkle cut; of these, I'm a fan. Burger wise, it tastes like a burger. Thank God, right?!! But really. It's pretty juicy and has flavor. Doesn't taste like indescribable meaty grit that came out of a freezer. I've had their concrete mixers... and i think these, while never tasting bad, don't necessarily taste great. My bf says they taste like concrete. I don't think they're horrible. But if you wanna go right, do a sundae. We did traditional (cuz why mess with a good thing?). A sundae with hot fudge, banana, and almonds. Perfect combo. Peanuts aren't too exciting for me, so the almonds were nice and thinly sliced in good proportions. We gobbled it all up. I so recommend this if you're looking for cheap eats and you're in the area. The custard is super rich, so make sure you've got access to a nearby bathroom afterwards if you're lactose intolerant. But man, is it worth it!! It's got great flavor and creaminess. The custard seems to hold up well better than ice cream and doesn't turn into soup on you either. It's cheap. It's fast food well cooked with good flavor. But remember. It's still fast food. I got a hair in a concrete mixer once. ewww. But they exchanged it right on spot. P.S. Don't expect awesome service. I mean. Again. Still fast food.
(4)
Steve R.
I've eaten at different Culver's before and I am familiar with their menu. However, this review is only for their walleye sandwich that I had earlier this week. This sandwich is FREAKIN' AWESOME!!! I've never had a fish sandwich this good!!! I swear this was the best fish sandwich I've ever had!!! The walleye is not processed at all. If it is, it is the best disguise I've ever seen. The piece of fish reminded me of the fish I had at a place in NYC called Assault & Battery. Bobby Flay lost on his show Throwdown back in 2007. The walleye is lightly battered and deep fried. The sandwich comes on a very tasty bun with a light amount of tartar sauce, shredded lettuce, and shredded cheddar cheese. If you like fish, you've got to try this fish sandwich!!! It is definitely worth the price!!!
(5)
Michelle B.
Wow, we were pretty hungry around 9:30 pm one night. We didn't want anything heavy so I checked Yelp and located Culver's with excellent reviews. Boy were we excited when we saw the menu. I settled for some vegetable chili but when I asked what the restaurant was famous for, I had to order more food. The Butterburger come on a bun that is buttered and toasted. Boy oh boy was the burger good! We opted to return another day for the "custard" they are also famous for. Well, we were not disappointed. The ice cream was great. I loved the chocolate mint and Mom thoroughly enjoyed her butter pecan. To top it off, it was buy one pint, get one free. Not to worry, we didn't pig out. We both shared our pints with family. This place was jumping at closing time! The menu is varied - you can't go wrong at Culver's when you want something to eat.
(5)
Rich B.
I have heard of Culver's in the past from other people whom raved about this place. So I decided to give it a try. I cannot see what the rave is about. Quite the most disgusting burger I have ever had. I only took about 3 bites of the burger and ended up throwing it away. The fries were soggy, and not crisp. I will not be returning to any Culver's.
(1)
Jacqueline S.
The butterburgers are okay - I love the fried cheese curds! I tried the fried chicken and it was pretty good but the sides were really bland (green beans and mashed potatoes and gravy) so I don't really get it anymore since it is not worth the money to me versus getting a butterburger and cheese curds. I am not a fan of the concrete mixers - the custard doesn't taste very good to me and I don't like that it is so thick.
(3)
Mike O.
I've been coming here since they opened. It's the closest Culver's to Park Ridge, so we really have no other choices when it comes to custard cravings. The unique thing about this Culver's is the model train running overhead. It is my son's favorite thing to see. He always wants to sit under the little bridge where the train crosses above. Back to the food, we like their fish dinners but mostly come for the custard. They have monthly schedules out for flavor-holics like me who want Really Reese's or Caramel Crunch. Compared to Kopp's of Milwaukee, I'd say Culver's is not as great on the custard but it definitely clobbers the ice cream competitors in the area.
(4)
Patrick W.
This is a great option for fast food- everything's prepared fresh when you order it, which is part of why this is so good. One of the things that brings me back time and time again is their house brand root beer. I'm not a big root beer fan, I rarely every buy it, but here it's so good that I've never tried anything else. Service is always friendly, they manage the lunchtime crowd pretty well, and it's reasonably convenient to where I work.
(5)
Luke S.
Butter + Burgers what a great idea. How can you possible go wrong with the two. Add some cheese and bacon and you're sure to need some sort of major surgery in the next 3-5 years. Did I forget to mention the frozen custard. I'm not a custard expert, but I'm almost positive it's not as healthy as yogurt. The food here is delicious. I wish they had some locations in the city or even on the North Shore. If you've never had Culvers this place is a must.
(4)
Y V.
A place that serves "ButterBurgers" AND frozen custard? HELL YES! I'm kind of glad there isn't a Culver's in Chicago because I'd probably go more than I should. It's definitely a treat when I venture away from the city on weekend trips during the summer. My heart-stopping meal usually consists of a Cheddar ButterBurger with Bacon, fried cheese curds, and a chocolate frozen custard. I know, I know... ::hangs head in shame:: It's my dirty little secret; a guilty pleasure away from home.
(5)
Kristin L.
3 stars, but 1 extra just for the YUM Caramel Cashew sundae! The burgers are better then any other "fast food" joint around chi and the burbs, and I rarely eat fast food burgers cause they're nasty. The fries are meh..nothing great. I am in love with their frozen custard flavor called Cherry Cheesecake. So good, but they only make it about once a month. Too bad for me Culver's is too far for me to travel to (or maybe it's a good thing!) on a regular basis..
(4)
Michael C.
I finally found another Culvers and close to home, too. I had their Walleye fish sandwiches during Lent, and they were the best! We had a overcharge at the cashier by accident, and they refunded it cheerfully. But they then went one step farther by giving us both free ice creams for the error! This attention to customer support and their cheerful attitude makes me want to go back often.
(5)
Michelle M.
This place is on my way home from work and very easy to stop at. Kept meaning to stop but never did. Yesterday they had a special day where I could get 25% off with my work ID. So I decided I am going to stop. I got the Mushroom Swiss double, fries, onion rings, and some custard. The burger was great - mushroom and swiss between the 2 burgers - wish the burger had additional toppings like tomato, lettuce, etc, but I realize it is similar to Kopp's and they don't do that either. I was pleased with it. Onion rings? They are a beer battered style - very good. As some know, I was obsessed with onion rings early in my pregnancy and I had planned to try Culver's but then had to stop eating fried foods. Sad, I know. So these are very good and I can definitely have more. Custard? I got a 2 scoop dish of chocolate/vanilla mainly for my 2 year old - very good. And...I got a pint of Turtle flavor. I could have had more caramel, but very good! I was going to give 5 stars, but I realize I gave some negatives so changed it to 4.
(4)
Michael B.
I have tried this place multiple times and I am unimpressed every single time. The burgers are like cow patties. Overcooked. The "frozen custurd" is just creamy soft serve Ice Cream. When the kids want to go there I get the Pork Tenderloin sandwich. Tastes like ripe socks but it keeps me alive.
(2)
Diane W.
The selection is great at this place. Their soups are homemade and always delicious. Their burgers are the best! The dinners aren't bad either. I have had the chicken and fish dinners. Great prices and always clean. Refills on drinks when you eat in restaurant. And not to be forgotten, the custard - better than any ice cream and always fresh out of the machine.
(5)
Kelly M.
love the butter burgers! they are my favorite, and yes i agree their frozen custard is like soft served ice cream, but the frozen custard with cookie dough is so much better than diary queen, they used to have these awesome buffalo chicekn strips they were great but not anymore! :( but otherwise i would go there for their butterburgers good place.
(4)
Bnilla R.
Culver's is yum! Where I come from this isn't fast food. The quality is superb and one can tell the employees take pride in doing things right. Cheese curds are a must and a butter burger that tastes better than homemade. The pot roast dinner is amazing too! Highly recommended!
(5)
Kathy G.
When they opened they had great food for a couple years. I went to the one on algonquin in Mt Prospect IL. We ordered the chicken sandwich and it shrunk and dry I was disappointed. The staff really friendly and place was clean but food no so good.
(1)
Mitchell I.
This place does not disappoint. I am a big fan of their breaded deep fried cod and chips. They make it to order. So it does get served hot and has always been crunchy on the outside. The tarter sauce is solid and the staff is always friendly. Come on, it is the midwest. When I go back home, I forget how nice everyone is in the midwest. The only way to finish dinner here is the frozen custard. This has more butterfat than any other frozen treat including gelato. Fantastic.
(4)
Catherine P.
This is my go-to lunch place if I'm going to eat lunch out. You can eat pretty good fast food on the fly and not over spend. I would rather get quality than quantity any day of the week. There are few tips I have to share: 1.) when driving thru, and if you want ketchup, ask for it at the window. Kinda silly that they don't at least put on pack in the bag if you ordered fries, but they do not. Remember to ask. I get mad every time I'm back at the office and without ketchup. 2.) they do not use a lot of salt on the fries either, (not complaining here!) be sure to ask for some salt if you like your fries a little salty. 3.) if you are in a hurry, you can call in your order and pick up at the drive thru. 4.)their fried chicken is some of the best fast food fried chicken. 5.) they have caffeine free diet Pepsi. My favorite things: Obviously, their fried chicken. You can order white meat only without an up-charge. Their pork tenderloin sandwich. I order it with pickles and mustard only. It's awesome! Their pot roast dinner with green beans and mashed potatoes. Order the potatoes with the beef gravy in stead of the chicken gravy. You'll be glad you did. Single Culver's Deluxe Burger without onion. Always a winner! Enjoy!
(4)
Yane Y.
**ON CULVER's CUSTARDS ONLY** I had no idea that they have custard!! I'm from Georgia. I didn't know that custard could be a good thing. Where have I been? Per Wikipedia, "Frozen custard is a cold dessert similar to ice cream, made with eggs in addition to cream and sugar." I ended up getting one scoop of vanilla with heath bar and Andes Mint. It was nice... this was a whole bunch of goodness. I had just finished dinner, so I couldn't believe I had room in this. I was actually full, but ... I couldn't stop eating ths custard. I mean, it's got eggs, right? So ... eggs are good for you? .... (keep repeating that to yourself!) ***** The custards are pretty reasonably priced. If you're female, get one scoop! not two scoops! Even if you're male! It can be pretty rich, so go for one scoop at a time. ;-) They have tons of toppings that you can choose from. Heath bar, kit kat, Andes, Nuts, and the list goes on and on and on.... Give it a shot. BTW, the people working the night we visited (Monday) were friendly. So, good job, Culver's with customer service that night.
(4)
Christine P.
HORRIBLE SERVICE !The food would be 4 stars but the one star is for the service at the drive through. I was ordering a simple hamburger meal and asked what beverages they have and was told "Pepsi products " I don't drink soda and asked for raspberry iced tea (which is a Pepsi product) and was told "we don't have that I said Pepsi products " I then said ok never mind that I'll just get a strawberry milk shake for the drink ... The girl had the nerve to say "OH MY GOOod!" But quickly cut her mic off !! Just HORRIBLE SERVICE!!!!
(1)
David M.
Orders have been mostly right and corrected if needed without any issues. Portions and quality have been spot on. Speed of filling your order directly correlates to how busy they are. Inside has always been clean so when I have nowhere to be I go inside to eat.
(4)
Natural D.
I really cant stand this place. Going there tonight really showed me why. Not only do I not like the food, but the staff there is utterly incompetent. The girl who took my husband's order looked at us the whole time like we were aliens. She was not very personable or friendly. The service is just horrible. There had to be about 6 people working and the girls there felt like they should spend more time fooling around and laughing and acting foolish over getting food ready. For a kids meal and a burger we waited at least 20 minutes. Then while they were just fooling around, the lobby area filled up with people wanting to order, but they paid no attention to these poor customers. just a horrible place with incompetent staff. I wont be going here again.
(1)
Basil D.
This is one of the best fast food places ever created! I feel sorry for those who live in parts of the country that do not have Culvers (head bow). ' Though I have frequented this place often, and their butter burgers are simply the best, I had the steak sandwich today and I just was amazed. I couldn't believe this is food from a chain, and a fast food chain at that! It was just the finest tasting sandwich I've had of it's kind. I'm serious when I say you couldn't go to a steakhouse and get this kind of sandwich. It's that good! It's a great atmosphere, the people are always friendly, and it's worth visiting over and over. They deserve to do well, expand, and take over the fast food market. We'd all be happier and healthier for it.
(4)
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Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Drive-Thru : Yes Caters : No
Ling L.
Why, why, why did I stop by for a quick bite? Now it's at least a date a month with Culvers. Reasonably priced, deliciously flavorful, and those fluffy fries. Thus far, I've resisted the custards. I dread the coming summer months when I cannot hold my willpower off any longer. Note: stick to the burgers. The chili's OK, and pot roast nothing to write home about.
(5)Nikki C.
butter, bacon, fried cheese curds, rootbeer, big ass burgers that will clog your arteries as you eat... not only on the menu here at culvers, but soon to be the "cause of death" listed on my autopsy. I can wish for better ways to die, but still not a bad way to go.
(4)Maurie A.
This is fast food done right!!! None of this burgers in the warmer nonsense! They cook to order, food is hot and fresh and they bring it to you! Get a pecan-pumpkin mixer if you can--Super yummy!!! Worried about calories? Just skip a buttery bun from your burger.:-D I did, but I am eyeing it now...
(5)kelly c.
I've been to decent Culver's before. I'm not in love with Culver's, but this one is terrible. And my grandma *loves* it. So I chalk it up and take her here from time to time. I have never had a good experience here. I'm sorry, but your cold fries and soggy burgers just aren't cuttin it, c's.
(1)Kathy R.
My sympathy to lactose intolerant people - b/c you are missing out on some of the finest fast food to be had at any chain in Illinois. Or beyond. For example, you're probably not eating Culver's famed butter-burger (the butter is actually on the bun), or the cheese curds. Yep, a Wisconsin delicacy, right here. If you've never tried them, you should. Very tasty! But you're really missing out on the most compelling reason to drive out of your way to Culver's: the custard. It is cold sugary goodness - chocolate, vanilla or flavor of the day. I'll be honest: I'm a gal who likes her hot fudge with a side of ice cream. But this stuff needs nothing - no fudge, caramel, or mix-ins. Yes, it's that good. In fairness, there are excellent dairy-free options: Philly rib-eye steak, pot roast and Walleye pike sandwiches are top-notch. Really, you can't go wrong. Just remember to bring Lactaid with you, b/c you won't be able to resist the custard.
(5)Steve H.
As someone who lived in Wisconsin where the Culver chain originated, these places will always have a place in my heart. Definitely better than the average fast food joint. Try everything if you have the chance!
(3)Dodd V.
How can you go wrong with butter burgers and fried cheese curds? It is a no brainer good place to eat. Typical fast food service, walking up to a counter inside or drive through outside.....but who goes to a place like this for the service. Give me good food quick and I am happy. Frozen custard is a nice change of pace too, and if I am getting really wacky........you can save a cow or two with their great fish options. Overall, great fast food! I love it and don't get to go hear nearly enough.
(4)Steve C.
Culvers is a classic staple of the Chicago area for frozen treats. This location in particular is well visited by the older crowd in the area. Makes the whole place seem a little nervous re town-based than fast food. A good place to get what you crave!
(4)Vikki Y.
Had an incident with my meal and wanted to commend the staff and management for handling the manned in a very professional way. Alberto, the manager, rectified the situation promptly and I truly appreciate his courteous demeanor. Thank you again for responding the way your restaurant did. I will definitely be back and will overlook the incident. Thanks again to the staff as well.
(5)Brent W.
The main purpose of this review is for my burger list creation. The other ? to let you know how good fast food can be. Culver's is tied for the top spot in the land of fast food burgers (and beyond). The other ? Steak n Shake.
(4)Natalie L.
Jesus Christ this stuff is like crack. Culver's Frozen Custard, for the uninitiated, is like richer ice cream (it's made with eggs and more cream) and has less air so it's denser. Culver's makes a few basic flavors plus a flavor of the day that tends to be a bit more funky. It is the closest thing to old school frozen custard like Kopp's (for those Milwaukeeans) you can find in the area, and it's amazing. I have never eaten anything but the custard from here but I'm told the food is excellent as well, for fast food--all fresh and made to order (my dad loves the butter burgers). If I'm lucky my dad will have Culver's with the Thanksgiving pie. If you've never had Culver's, you're really missing out.
(5)Y.D. K.
Lots of parking, great service dining in as well as drive-thru, and excellent food - I've only had the deluxe Butterburgers but they are excellent over Steak 'n Shake (still like them, though) and most of the other burger places. Staff always seem friendly, maybe too much. The frozen custard is always excellent and fattening!!! Too bad there aren't too many more in the Chicagoland area. Fries are quite good, though the onion rings are just okay (I like Portillo's better).
(4)Kat L.
This place is what fast food should be. I mean. At least in terms of food quality. First off, here's some rules I live by. - never order pizza from a gyros place - never get fries from a chinese buffet get the point? So anyways. The sign says Culver's: Frozen custard and butter burgers. Therefore, you wont' fail if you come here for a burger and dessert. Everything else is at your own risk. I love mushrooms. The mush-swiss is great for me. But FYI: most burgers won't come with lettuce and tomato, onion, pickle, etc. unless specified on the menu. Still, I've never had a problem asking for a couple of sides without extra charge. Their fries are crinkle cut; of these, I'm a fan. Burger wise, it tastes like a burger. Thank God, right?!! But really. It's pretty juicy and has flavor. Doesn't taste like indescribable meaty grit that came out of a freezer. I've had their concrete mixers... and i think these, while never tasting bad, don't necessarily taste great. My bf says they taste like concrete. I don't think they're horrible. But if you wanna go right, do a sundae. We did traditional (cuz why mess with a good thing?). A sundae with hot fudge, banana, and almonds. Perfect combo. Peanuts aren't too exciting for me, so the almonds were nice and thinly sliced in good proportions. We gobbled it all up. I so recommend this if you're looking for cheap eats and you're in the area. The custard is super rich, so make sure you've got access to a nearby bathroom afterwards if you're lactose intolerant. But man, is it worth it!! It's got great flavor and creaminess. The custard seems to hold up well better than ice cream and doesn't turn into soup on you either. It's cheap. It's fast food well cooked with good flavor. But remember. It's still fast food. I got a hair in a concrete mixer once. ewww. But they exchanged it right on spot. P.S. Don't expect awesome service. I mean. Again. Still fast food.
(4)Steve R.
I've eaten at different Culver's before and I am familiar with their menu. However, this review is only for their walleye sandwich that I had earlier this week. This sandwich is FREAKIN' AWESOME!!! I've never had a fish sandwich this good!!! I swear this was the best fish sandwich I've ever had!!! The walleye is not processed at all. If it is, it is the best disguise I've ever seen. The piece of fish reminded me of the fish I had at a place in NYC called Assault & Battery. Bobby Flay lost on his show Throwdown back in 2007. The walleye is lightly battered and deep fried. The sandwich comes on a very tasty bun with a light amount of tartar sauce, shredded lettuce, and shredded cheddar cheese. If you like fish, you've got to try this fish sandwich!!! It is definitely worth the price!!!
(5)Michelle B.
Wow, we were pretty hungry around 9:30 pm one night. We didn't want anything heavy so I checked Yelp and located Culver's with excellent reviews. Boy were we excited when we saw the menu. I settled for some vegetable chili but when I asked what the restaurant was famous for, I had to order more food. The Butterburger come on a bun that is buttered and toasted. Boy oh boy was the burger good! We opted to return another day for the "custard" they are also famous for. Well, we were not disappointed. The ice cream was great. I loved the chocolate mint and Mom thoroughly enjoyed her butter pecan. To top it off, it was buy one pint, get one free. Not to worry, we didn't pig out. We both shared our pints with family. This place was jumping at closing time! The menu is varied - you can't go wrong at Culver's when you want something to eat.
(5)Rich B.
I have heard of Culver's in the past from other people whom raved about this place. So I decided to give it a try. I cannot see what the rave is about. Quite the most disgusting burger I have ever had. I only took about 3 bites of the burger and ended up throwing it away. The fries were soggy, and not crisp. I will not be returning to any Culver's.
(1)Jacqueline S.
The butterburgers are okay - I love the fried cheese curds! I tried the fried chicken and it was pretty good but the sides were really bland (green beans and mashed potatoes and gravy) so I don't really get it anymore since it is not worth the money to me versus getting a butterburger and cheese curds. I am not a fan of the concrete mixers - the custard doesn't taste very good to me and I don't like that it is so thick.
(3)Mike O.
I've been coming here since they opened. It's the closest Culver's to Park Ridge, so we really have no other choices when it comes to custard cravings. The unique thing about this Culver's is the model train running overhead. It is my son's favorite thing to see. He always wants to sit under the little bridge where the train crosses above. Back to the food, we like their fish dinners but mostly come for the custard. They have monthly schedules out for flavor-holics like me who want Really Reese's or Caramel Crunch. Compared to Kopp's of Milwaukee, I'd say Culver's is not as great on the custard but it definitely clobbers the ice cream competitors in the area.
(4)Patrick W.
This is a great option for fast food- everything's prepared fresh when you order it, which is part of why this is so good. One of the things that brings me back time and time again is their house brand root beer. I'm not a big root beer fan, I rarely every buy it, but here it's so good that I've never tried anything else. Service is always friendly, they manage the lunchtime crowd pretty well, and it's reasonably convenient to where I work.
(5)Luke S.
Butter + Burgers what a great idea. How can you possible go wrong with the two. Add some cheese and bacon and you're sure to need some sort of major surgery in the next 3-5 years. Did I forget to mention the frozen custard. I'm not a custard expert, but I'm almost positive it's not as healthy as yogurt. The food here is delicious. I wish they had some locations in the city or even on the North Shore. If you've never had Culvers this place is a must.
(4)Y V.
A place that serves "ButterBurgers" AND frozen custard? HELL YES! I'm kind of glad there isn't a Culver's in Chicago because I'd probably go more than I should. It's definitely a treat when I venture away from the city on weekend trips during the summer. My heart-stopping meal usually consists of a Cheddar ButterBurger with Bacon, fried cheese curds, and a chocolate frozen custard. I know, I know... ::hangs head in shame:: It's my dirty little secret; a guilty pleasure away from home.
(5)Kristin L.
3 stars, but 1 extra just for the YUM Caramel Cashew sundae! The burgers are better then any other "fast food" joint around chi and the burbs, and I rarely eat fast food burgers cause they're nasty. The fries are meh..nothing great. I am in love with their frozen custard flavor called Cherry Cheesecake. So good, but they only make it about once a month. Too bad for me Culver's is too far for me to travel to (or maybe it's a good thing!) on a regular basis..
(4)Michael C.
I finally found another Culvers and close to home, too. I had their Walleye fish sandwiches during Lent, and they were the best! We had a overcharge at the cashier by accident, and they refunded it cheerfully. But they then went one step farther by giving us both free ice creams for the error! This attention to customer support and their cheerful attitude makes me want to go back often.
(5)Michelle M.
This place is on my way home from work and very easy to stop at. Kept meaning to stop but never did. Yesterday they had a special day where I could get 25% off with my work ID. So I decided I am going to stop. I got the Mushroom Swiss double, fries, onion rings, and some custard. The burger was great - mushroom and swiss between the 2 burgers - wish the burger had additional toppings like tomato, lettuce, etc, but I realize it is similar to Kopp's and they don't do that either. I was pleased with it. Onion rings? They are a beer battered style - very good. As some know, I was obsessed with onion rings early in my pregnancy and I had planned to try Culver's but then had to stop eating fried foods. Sad, I know. So these are very good and I can definitely have more. Custard? I got a 2 scoop dish of chocolate/vanilla mainly for my 2 year old - very good. And...I got a pint of Turtle flavor. I could have had more caramel, but very good! I was going to give 5 stars, but I realize I gave some negatives so changed it to 4.
(4)Michael B.
I have tried this place multiple times and I am unimpressed every single time. The burgers are like cow patties. Overcooked. The "frozen custurd" is just creamy soft serve Ice Cream. When the kids want to go there I get the Pork Tenderloin sandwich. Tastes like ripe socks but it keeps me alive.
(2)Diane W.
The selection is great at this place. Their soups are homemade and always delicious. Their burgers are the best! The dinners aren't bad either. I have had the chicken and fish dinners. Great prices and always clean. Refills on drinks when you eat in restaurant. And not to be forgotten, the custard - better than any ice cream and always fresh out of the machine.
(5)Kelly M.
love the butter burgers! they are my favorite, and yes i agree their frozen custard is like soft served ice cream, but the frozen custard with cookie dough is so much better than diary queen, they used to have these awesome buffalo chicekn strips they were great but not anymore! :( but otherwise i would go there for their butterburgers good place.
(4)Bnilla R.
Culver's is yum! Where I come from this isn't fast food. The quality is superb and one can tell the employees take pride in doing things right. Cheese curds are a must and a butter burger that tastes better than homemade. The pot roast dinner is amazing too! Highly recommended!
(5)Kathy G.
When they opened they had great food for a couple years. I went to the one on algonquin in Mt Prospect IL. We ordered the chicken sandwich and it shrunk and dry I was disappointed. The staff really friendly and place was clean but food no so good.
(1)Mitchell I.
This place does not disappoint. I am a big fan of their breaded deep fried cod and chips. They make it to order. So it does get served hot and has always been crunchy on the outside. The tarter sauce is solid and the staff is always friendly. Come on, it is the midwest. When I go back home, I forget how nice everyone is in the midwest. The only way to finish dinner here is the frozen custard. This has more butterfat than any other frozen treat including gelato. Fantastic.
(4)Catherine P.
This is my go-to lunch place if I'm going to eat lunch out. You can eat pretty good fast food on the fly and not over spend. I would rather get quality than quantity any day of the week. There are few tips I have to share: 1.) when driving thru, and if you want ketchup, ask for it at the window. Kinda silly that they don't at least put on pack in the bag if you ordered fries, but they do not. Remember to ask. I get mad every time I'm back at the office and without ketchup. 2.) they do not use a lot of salt on the fries either, (not complaining here!) be sure to ask for some salt if you like your fries a little salty. 3.) if you are in a hurry, you can call in your order and pick up at the drive thru. 4.)their fried chicken is some of the best fast food fried chicken. 5.) they have caffeine free diet Pepsi. My favorite things: Obviously, their fried chicken. You can order white meat only without an up-charge. Their pork tenderloin sandwich. I order it with pickles and mustard only. It's awesome! Their pot roast dinner with green beans and mashed potatoes. Order the potatoes with the beef gravy in stead of the chicken gravy. You'll be glad you did. Single Culver's Deluxe Burger without onion. Always a winner! Enjoy!
(4)Yane Y.
**ON CULVER's CUSTARDS ONLY** I had no idea that they have custard!! I'm from Georgia. I didn't know that custard could be a good thing. Where have I been? Per Wikipedia, "Frozen custard is a cold dessert similar to ice cream, made with eggs in addition to cream and sugar." I ended up getting one scoop of vanilla with heath bar and Andes Mint. It was nice... this was a whole bunch of goodness. I had just finished dinner, so I couldn't believe I had room in this. I was actually full, but ... I couldn't stop eating ths custard. I mean, it's got eggs, right? So ... eggs are good for you? .... (keep repeating that to yourself!) ***** The custards are pretty reasonably priced. If you're female, get one scoop! not two scoops! Even if you're male! It can be pretty rich, so go for one scoop at a time. ;-) They have tons of toppings that you can choose from. Heath bar, kit kat, Andes, Nuts, and the list goes on and on and on.... Give it a shot. BTW, the people working the night we visited (Monday) were friendly. So, good job, Culver's with customer service that night.
(4)Christine P.
HORRIBLE SERVICE !The food would be 4 stars but the one star is for the service at the drive through. I was ordering a simple hamburger meal and asked what beverages they have and was told "Pepsi products " I don't drink soda and asked for raspberry iced tea (which is a Pepsi product) and was told "we don't have that I said Pepsi products " I then said ok never mind that I'll just get a strawberry milk shake for the drink ... The girl had the nerve to say "OH MY GOOod!" But quickly cut her mic off !! Just HORRIBLE SERVICE!!!!
(1)David M.
Orders have been mostly right and corrected if needed without any issues. Portions and quality have been spot on. Speed of filling your order directly correlates to how busy they are. Inside has always been clean so when I have nowhere to be I go inside to eat.
(4)Natural D.
I really cant stand this place. Going there tonight really showed me why. Not only do I not like the food, but the staff there is utterly incompetent. The girl who took my husband's order looked at us the whole time like we were aliens. She was not very personable or friendly. The service is just horrible. There had to be about 6 people working and the girls there felt like they should spend more time fooling around and laughing and acting foolish over getting food ready. For a kids meal and a burger we waited at least 20 minutes. Then while they were just fooling around, the lobby area filled up with people wanting to order, but they paid no attention to these poor customers. just a horrible place with incompetent staff. I wont be going here again.
(1)Basil D.
This is one of the best fast food places ever created! I feel sorry for those who live in parts of the country that do not have Culvers (head bow). ' Though I have frequented this place often, and their butter burgers are simply the best, I had the steak sandwich today and I just was amazed. I couldn't believe this is food from a chain, and a fast food chain at that! It was just the finest tasting sandwich I've had of it's kind. I'm serious when I say you couldn't go to a steakhouse and get this kind of sandwich. It's that good! It's a great atmosphere, the people are always friendly, and it's worth visiting over and over. They deserve to do well, expand, and take over the fast food market. We'd all be happier and healthier for it.
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