Let me start off by saying that this was my first trip to a Culver's EVER. So, I have no 'nostalgic' feelings for one like others, who might have lived where there was one years ago, but haven't seen one since. So, I decided to try a little bit of everything I had heard people rave about over and over.
I had a Butter Burger, Cheese Curds and a Custard Sundae.
First - the burger was great. It had some of the things I LOVE about Steak and Shake burgers - in that the edges were crispy - but the patties were thicker in the middle. All in all - a pretty damn good burger. One of the better 'fast food' burgers I've had.
The Cheese Curds were OK. They flavor was not bad - but, I have to say - they were slightly rubbery. Maybe mine weren't a fresh batch or something? I had heard them described as "...sort of like mini-cheese sticks in that they are battered and fried pieces of cheese"... I guess I was expecting them to be a little melty then...but they weren't at all. So, slightly disappointed. But, I'm not sure if this was how they were supposed to be or not. Again, my expectations were not met - but I'm not sure if it was what I should have expected since this was my first time. If this IS how they always are - then meh - not impressed. If it wasn't - then maybe my next trip will be better.
The Custard was pretty good. I had a caramel cashew sundae made with a caramel cashew custard. It was very tasty. I love the salty, sweet, creamy and crunchiness of this combination. I'd love to get it again.
They also have their own root beer at the soda machine - and, being the root beer fanatic I am, I had to try it. As far as root beer's go - it wasn't great. It wasn't terrible - but I wouldn't take it over Barq's, A&W or Mug - ever. It wasn't terrible - but, just didn't have that rich, root beer taste I love so much.
Also, in the restaurant itself - they will bring the food to your table - which was nice. Everyone in the store was incredibly helpful and they make sure the place is spotless. Always someone going around picking up things, cleaning and they even offered to remove some of the garbage from our table. Very nice.
All in all - Culver's was good - I'd probably give it a 3.5 stars if I could. I think it's not quite a 4 but better than an average 3 star rating. So, I went ahead and gave it a 4 anyway since I do believe it to be better than your average fast food joint. read more