Culver's ButterBurger

Culver's is a classic American fast-food staple, best known for its signature ButterBurger and fresh frozen custard. The brand's journey began in 1984 when Craig and Lea Culver, along with Craig's parents George and Ruth, opened the first restaurant in Sauk City, Wisconsin. The core of their menu revolves around the ButterBurger, a burger cooked to order using fresh beef and served on a buttered, toasted bun, reflecting the family's Midwestern roots and commitment to quality ingredients.

Manufacturing and sourcing for Culver's are deeply tied to regional producers. The brand prides itself on using dairy from Wisconsin and fresh, never-frozen beef from high-quality suppliers. While most of their agricultural sourcing is centered in the United States to maintain their 'freshly made' promise, they utilize a robust supply chain network to support over 900 locations across the country.

Today, Culver's remains a privately held family business. Unlike many of its competitors that have been acquired by global conglomerates, Culver Franchising System, Inc. continues to be owned and operated by the founding family and internal investors. This ownership structure has allowed the brand to maintain its distinct community-focused culture and strict quality standards as it has expanded from a local Wisconsin eatery to a prominent national franchise.