Culver’s

Oops we did it again, a stop at Culver’s over the weekend. What can I say that I have not written in my previous review. Winner, winner chicken dinner and a bite for hubby that included a good cod dinner once again, he loves the walleye and the cod. Yes folks, our root beer float followed. This place is so clean, inside and out. Uniformed staff that are polite and ready to serve you when your order comes up and you are sitting at your table. Good music to bop to while you eat. While waiting for our meal, the servers were training new employees but were ready to help any one who walked in. Manager stopped by the table to see if what we ordered was up to par.

The cashier was very automated and almost robot-​like but hey, that’s probably how corporate trained her. Very efficient and quick checkout. We found a table for two and within 3 minutes our food was out. Restaurant was clean, no sticky tables, and crowd around us was friendly. An employee walked around and gave us free samples of their ice-​cream. Good thing I was on a diet because a taste was all I needed.

We went to Culvers on a Sunday evening to get ice cream. When we arrived, the inside was empty but the drive thru was busy. We were greeted promptly (but not welcome to delicious!) but noticed one worker leaning up against the counter. We placed our order, and waited for our treats. As we waited, we noticed that the place was really kind of dirty. The floor was full of crushed oreos and the station where the manager was working was very cluttered. This resulted in limited access to the fudge and caramel pumps, so our ice cream only had it on one side. The two concretes we ordered were like soup and required a straw to eat them. No way a spoon could stand up in the center of them like it says on the commercial. In addition, he seemed much more concerned about giving one of his workers a free mis-​made concrete than focusing on making our order.
I remember when the owners used to be at this location often. The workers were super friendly and the place had a great family vibe about it. Now it seems like its run by a bunch of kids who are not really interested in what they are doing. I’m disappointed in the service received this evening.

Somewhat shameful, but our comfort food staple. Cheese curds, mmmmmm…

Culver’s is a guilty pleasure when we venture out of the city. We were at the Frankfort location for dinner and hurried on our way. A few hours later, I realized that I did not have my wallet. I returned to Culver’s and found it closed. There were still staff members there cleaning up.
They had my wallet! They refused a tip – saying it was no big deal and they knew how stressful it was to lose a wallet.
I am won over for life. Called the manager today to tell her what a great crew they have.

Bad lunch experience.
Clam chowder watery and salty. Onion rings greasy and cold. Burger was salty and mushy.
The staff was very friendly.
Sorry. Culver’s. Would not return. Too many burger joints to choose from.

I almost never review chain and corporate businesses on Unilocal.But this culvers is located across the street from work and was my guilty pleasure once a week. The people who work here are amazing and super friendly.
They always have friendly smiles and fast service. I even dropped my checkbook at the register without realizing it until the employee brought it to me. I was so happy she did that because I would not have noticed for a few days and would have gone crazy trying to find it.
Culvers is a place that I make an exception. While I always try to support local businesses, this place has my respect and thanks. The food is always freshly made and tasty (though very unhealthy).

Big fan of Culver’s. I really wish they’d have the ones like up on Wisconsin, where they serve breakfast.
I can just remember my old roommate being 100% put off at the idea of having Culver’s for breakfast… then they brought out his food, and his eyes got as big as Frisbees.
This Culver’s is good. The Swiss ButterBurgers are pretty fantastic and the cheese curds are a must. It’s not as amazing as Five Guys, but it’s a great eat indeed.
And try their turtle custard concretes. Happy, happy, happy…

I like Culver’s. They are far and away the best choice in fast food burger joints. But I like THIS Culver’s the best. The manager actually comes around and asks if everything is ok, he’ll even take your tray for you. The place is meticulously clean, the staff is friendly and attentive.
I’ve been to the Culver’s in New Lenox, which is where I live, but they just don’t have the attention to detail that this store does, the tables are often uncleaned and it seems cramped.
If you’re up for Culver’s and want to have a pleasant experience, go to the Frankfort location, this place does everything right.

Culvers is my favorite place to go for fast food hamburgers. When you’ve got kids with you it’s also a reasonable option. The kids get their burger, or grilled cheese or whatever they want, pop, fries and frozen custard for desert. All for a great price. I usually get just a plain butter burger with cheese basket. And I mean plain. Usually I’ll add ketchup (I don’t like onions or pickles). But I honestly think the burger tastes better on it’s own. For $ 1 extra I upgrade to the cheese curds. Haven’t tried the cheese curds? You must! Whenever I go with someone here, I always have them try one of mine and they tell me a long while later that every time they go, they have to substitute for the cheese curds. Not exactly the healthiest option, but its delicious. A generous portion as well. I usually can’t finish them all. Their frozen custard is delicious! Soups. Delicious! (Very hearty. A family favorite is the stuffed pepper soup.) This location is always clean, staff is very helpful, management has always come around and asked how we were doing. I can’t say enough good things about them.

When I was growing up, McDonalds was my go to burger place, Now it’s Culvers and this particular Culvers is a great one. The manager is very hands on and has a staff that is extremely polite. They run when they bring you your food if you are waiting in the drive up. If you are eating inside, they will normally offer to bus your table.
The chicken sandwich and plate are what I order when I am being good. The hamburgers and pot roast are when I am not. It’s a clean, quick way to get lunch quickly.

Ever just wanted a burger and fries?
This is the place to satisfy that yearning. It’s not fancy but super clean with extremely helpful employees.
Plus, in the warm months I love eating on their patio. It makes a simple meal even more fun.
Have the kids’ meal, then you’ll have room for the custard.

For a fast food chain (though, not national yet I don’t think), this place is very good. All of the food on the menu is good. The service is good usually. The prices aren’t bad. And the frozen custard is freaking great! I used to go to this location a lot because I was closer to it. But, generally, at any Culvers location, it’s the same.