Culver’s ButterBurgers Menu With Prices (2026)
The ButterBurger is the entire reason Culver’s exists. Fresh, never-frozen Midwest beef, seared to order on a grill, served on a lightly buttered and toasted bun. It’s a simple formula executed with unusual discipline, and it’s what turned a small Wisconsin shop into a 900-plus location chain. If you only try one thing at Culver’s, this is it.
Prices are approximate 2026 averages and vary by location.
ButterBurger Prices — Single, Double & Triple
| ButterBurger | Single | Double | Triple | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ButterBurger “The Original” | $4.39 | $6.49 | $8.59 | 390 / 560 / 730 |
| ButterBurger Cheese | $4.79 | $7.29 | $9.79 | 460 / 700 / 940 |
| The Culver’s Deluxe | $5.09 | $7.59 | $10.09 | 580 / 820 / 1060 |
| Bacon Deluxe | $6.59 | $9.09 | $11.59 | 670 / 910 / 1150 |
| Mushroom & Swiss | $5.49 | $7.99 | $10.49 | 530 / 780 / 1030 |
| Sourdough Melt | $5.59 | $8.09 | $10.59 | 490 / 740 / 990 |
| Wisconsin Swiss Melt | $5.59 | $8.09 | $10.59 | 480 / 730 / 980 |
| Cheddar ButterBurger | $3.09 | $4.79 | $6.29 | Varies |
| Jalapeño Jack Pub Burger | $7.99 | $10.49 | $13.49 | 610 / 860 / 1110 |
What Makes It a ButterBurger
Two things: the beef is fresh, never frozen, and pressed seared on a hot grill only after you order — never held under a heat lamp. And the bun gets a brush of real butter before toasting, which is where the name comes from. The Original keeps it classic with ketchup, mustard, pickles, and onion. Everything else on the list is a variation on that foundation: cheese, bacon, mushrooms, different buns.
Single vs. Double vs. Triple: Which Should You Get?
The Single is a proper burger and enough for most appetites — don’t let the word “single” fool you into thinking it’s small. The Double is the sweet spot for big appetites: twice the beef, and the price jump is reasonable. The Triple is a novelty — over 1,000 calories on most builds, and genuinely difficult to eat gracefully. First-timers should start with a Single Deluxe and work up from there.
The Lineup, Ranked by Regulars
The Deluxe is the flagship for a reason: lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, mayo, and American cheese on the classic build. The Bacon Deluxe adds thick-cut bacon and is the most-ordered upgrade. Mushroom & Swiss is the dark horse — sautéed mushrooms and real Swiss on rye-style depth. The Original is the purist’s pick and the cheapest way in. The Jalapeño Jack is the limited-time-style heat option that keeps coming back because people keep asking for it.
Ordering Tips
You can customize freely — add or remove any topping, add extra cheese, or order a patty melt style. Cheese adds about 50–70 calories per slice. If you want the burger as a full meal, order it as a Value Basket instead of adding fries and a drink separately; the bundle is cheaper. And if you’re watching calories, the single Original without cheese is the lightest full-size option at around 390 calories.
FAQ
What is the difference between a ButterBurger and a regular hamburger?
The beef is fresh, never frozen, seared to order, and the bun is buttered and toasted. Most fast-food burgers use frozen patties and untoasted buns — that’s the gap you’re tasting.
Which ButterBurger is the most popular?
The Culver’s Deluxe — it’s the flagship build with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mayo, and cheese, and it’s the chain’s best-known item.
How many calories are in a ButterBurger?
A Single Original is about 390 calories. Cheese adds roughly 50–70 calories, each extra patty adds 170–200, and fully loaded triples can pass 1,100.
Can I get a ButterBurger without the buttered bun?
Yes — ask for it plain or with a regular preparation. The kitchen handles custom orders routinely, including no-butter and no-salt requests.