Culver's Macros: Complete Nutrition Guide for ButterBurgers & Custard

Culver’s made its name with ButterBurgers, fresh frozen custard, and Midwest charm. For macro counters, that means high-quality beef, solid protein options, and—let’s be honest—some seriously calorie-dense treats. But with smart ordering, Culver’s can fit into virtually any diet plan.

This complete guide breaks down every Culver’s menu item’s macros, the best orders for cutting and bulking, and how to enjoy Culver’s without derailing your progress.

Why Culver’s Works (and Doesn’t) for Macro Tracking

Pros:

• Fresh beef – Never frozen, cooked to order
• High-protein options – Burgers, grilled chicken, fish
• Customizable – Easy to modify toppings and sides
• Transparent nutrition – Full info available online
• Grilled chicken – Lean, high-protein alternative to burgers

Cons:

• ButterBurgers are buttery – Buns are buttered, adding calories
• Frozen custard is calorie-dense – 300-600+ calories per serving
• Limited lean options – Most menu items are fried or high-fat
• Sides add up – Fries, onion rings, and cheese curds pack serious calories

Culver’s ButterBurgers Macros

Burger	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Single ButterBurger	390	20	38	16
Single ButterBurger with Cheese	470	26	39	23
Double ButterBurger	570	33	39	29
Double ButterBurger with Cheese	670	41	40	38
Triple ButterBurger	750	46	40	42
Triple ButterBurger with Cheese	870	56	41	53
Mushroom & Swiss Burger	670	37	41	38
The Culver’s Bacon Deluxe	820	40	43	51
Cheddar ButterBurger (Double)	820	44	45	49

Best for cutting: Single ButterBurger (no cheese) - 390 cal, 20g protein Best protein-to-calorie: Double ButterBurger with Cheese - 41g protein for 670 calories Protein king: Triple ButterBurger with Cheese - 56g protein (but 870 calories)

Culver’s Chicken Sandwiches & Tenders

Chicken Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Grilled Chicken Sandwich	450	42	42	13
Crispy Chicken Sandwich	600	38	52	25
Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich	640	38	54	28
Buffalo Chicken Tender Basket (4pc)	820	36	77	38
Chicken Tenders (4pc, no sides)	540	36	37	23

Best for cutting: Grilled Chicken Sandwich - 450 cal with 42g protein is elite Watch out: Crispy chicken sandwiches have 600-640 calories with 25-28g fat

Culver’s Fish & Seafood

Fish Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
North Atlantic Cod Sandwich (1pc)	550	26	55	23
North Atlantic Cod Sandwich (2pc)	760	34	71	35
North Atlantic Cod Dinner (3pc)	1,280	52	122	61

Protein option: 2-piece Cod has 34g protein but 760 calories—better options exist

Culver’s Sides Macros

Side	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Crinkle Cut Fries (Small)	240	3	31	11
Crinkle Cut Fries (Regular)	360	4	47	17
Crinkle Cut Fries (Large)	480	5	62	22
Cheese Curds (Regular)	510	25	30	32
Onion Rings (Regular)	520	6	61	28
Green Beans	45	2	8	1
Mashed Potatoes	140	3	20	6
Coleslaw	200	2	15	15
Garden Fresh Salad (no dressing)	90	6	11	3

Best low-cal sides: Green Beans (45 cal), Garden Fresh Salad (90 cal) Watch out: Cheese Curds (510 cal), Onion Rings (520 cal) add massive calories

Culver’s Frozen Custard & Desserts

Dessert	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Vanilla Custard (Dish, Small)	385	7	51	16
Vanilla Custard (Dish, Regular)	580	11	77	24
Chocolate Custard (Dish, Small)	400	7	54	16
Concrete Mixer (Small, varies)	600-900+	10-15	80-120	25-45
Shake (Small)	600-800+	12-15	90-110	20-35
Sundae (Small)	500-700+	8-12	70-90	20-30

Reality check: Frozen custard is delicious but calorie-dense. A small vanilla custard has 385 calories—often 25-35% of a daily cutting budget. Plan for it or skip it.

Culver’s Sauces & Condiments

Sauce/Condiment	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Honey Mustard	150	0	12	12
BBQ Sauce	45	0	11	0
Ranch Dressing	200	1	3	21
Ken’s Country French Dressing	200	0	11	17
Zesty Avocado Dressing	150	1	3	15
Ketchup (1 packet)	15	0	4	0
Mustard (1 packet)	5	0	0	0

Macro-friendly: Mustard (5 cal), Ketchup (15 cal), BBQ Sauce (45 cal) Watch out: Ranch (200 cal) and French Dressing (200 cal) add 20g fat

Best Culver’s Orders by Goal

For Fat Loss (High Protein, Low Calorie)

The Grilled Chicken Clean

• Grilled Chicken Sandwich (no mayo or sauce)
• Green Beans
• Water

Macros: 495 calories | 44g protein | 50g carbs | 14g fat

Lean, clean, high-protein. One of the best fast-food cutting meals available.

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The Single & Salad

• Single ButterBurger (no cheese)
• Garden Fresh Salad (no dressing, or use mustard)
• Diet soda

Macros: 480 calories | 26g protein | 49g carbs | 19g fat

Balanced, satisfying, and fits most cutting budgets.

For Muscle Building (High Protein, High Carbs)

The Double Deluxe

• Double ButterBurger with Cheese
• Crinkle Cut Fries (regular)
• Small vanilla custard (if calories allow)

Macros: 1,415 calories | 59g protein | 156g carbs | 65g fat

High-calorie, high-protein bulk meal. 41g protein from burger, 11g from custard.

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The Triple Threat

• Triple ButterBurger with Cheese
• Crinkle Cut Fries (regular)
• Water

Macros: 1,230 calories | 61g protein | 102g carbs | 70g fat

Massive protein (56g from burger), plenty of carbs. Perfect post-workout or bulking meal.

For Low-Carb

The Bunless Double

• Double ButterBurger with Cheese (no bun, wrapped in lettuce)
• Side of green beans
• Water

Macros: ~400 calories | 43g protein | 12g carbs | 40g fat

Ask for your burger without the bun. You cut 38g carbs instantly while keeping all the protein.

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The Grilled Low-Carb

• Grilled Chicken Sandwich (no bun, over salad)
• Ranch dressing (on the side, use half)
• Water

Macros: ~380 calories | 48g protein | 15g carbs | 23g fat

High-protein, low-carb, filling. Great for keto or low-carb diets.

For Balanced Macros (Maintenance)

The Classic Combo

• Double ButterBurger (no cheese)
• Crinkle Cut Fries (small)
• Diet soda

Macros: 810 calories | 36g protein | 70g carbs | 40g fat

Balanced macros that fit most daily budgets. Solid protein, moderate carbs and fat.

Culver’s Ordering Hacks

1. Order Grilled Chicken When Cutting

The Grilled Chicken Sandwich (450 cal, 42g protein, 13g fat) is one of the best macro-friendly fast-food options. Skip crispy chicken to save 150-200 calories and 10-15g fat.

2. Ask for Burgers Bunless

Culver’s will serve any burger wrapped in lettuce. You save ~180 calories and 38g carbs per burger. Perfect for low-carb diets.

3. Skip the Custard (or Plan for It)

Frozen custard is 300-900+ calories. If cutting, skip it entirely. If maintaining or bulking, account for it in your daily totals.

4. Choose Low-Calorie Sides

Green Beans (45 cal) and Garden Fresh Salad (90 cal) save 250-430 calories vs. fries, onion rings, or cheese curds.

5. Control Sauces

Ranch, honey mustard, and French dressing add 150-200 calories each. Use mustard (5 cal), ketchup (15 cal), or BBQ sauce (45 cal) instead.

6. Order Smaller Sizes

A Single ButterBurger with small fries is 630 calories vs. 1,230 for a Triple with large fries. Portion control is your friend.

7. Double Up on Patties, Not Buns

Want more protein? Add an extra patty (+180 cal, +13g protein) instead of ordering a second burger. You get the protein without doubling the bun.

Common Culver’s Macro Mistakes

Mistake 1: Assuming “Fresh” Means Low-Calorie

Culver’s uses fresh beef and quality ingredients, but a Double ButterBurger with Cheese still has 670 calories and 38g fat. Fresh ≠ low-calorie.

Mistake 2: Adding Frozen Custard Without Planning

A “small” custard adds 385-600+ calories. That can turn a 700-calorie meal into a 1,300-calorie meal. Plan for it or skip it.

Mistake 3: Forgetting the Buttered Bun

Culver’s buns are lightly buttered—it’s part of the ButterBurger experience. But it adds ~30-50 calories per bun. If cutting hard, order bunless.

Mistake 4: Overloading on Sides

Cheese curds (510 cal), onion rings (520 cal), and large fries (480 cal) can add as many calories as your burger. Choose wisely.

Mistake 5: Ignoring Grilled Options

The Grilled Chicken Sandwich (450 cal, 42g protein) is legitimately excellent and beats most burger options for macros. Don’t overlook it.

How to Order Culver’s for Your Calorie Budget

Daily Calories	Recommended Order
1,200-1,400	Grilled Chicken Sandwich (no sauce) + green beans
1,500-1,800	Single ButterBurger with Cheese + small fries
1,800-2,200	Double ButterBurger with Cheese + regular fries
2,200-2,800	Triple ButterBurger with Cheese + regular fries
2,800+	Triple ButterBurger + fries + custard

Macros for Weight Loss to calculate your targets.

Culver’s vs. Other Burger Chains

Chain	Best Protein Burger	Protein	Calories
Culver’s	Double ButterBurger w/ Cheese	41g	670
Five Guys	Little Cheeseburger	35g	680
In-N-Out	Double-Double	37g	670
McDonald’s	Double Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese	48g	740
Wendy’s	Dave’s Double	49g	830

Verdict: Culver’s offers competitive protein (41g) with fresh beef quality. Similar macros to In-N-Out and Five Guys. Slightly lower protein than McDonald’s and Wendy’s doubles, but many prefer the taste and quality.

Building Your Perfect Culver’s Order

Here’s the framework:

Step 1: Choose Your Protein Base

• Cutting: Grilled Chicken Sandwich (42g protein, 450 cal)
• Bulking: Triple ButterBurger with Cheese (56g protein, 870 cal)
• Balanced: Double ButterBurger (33g protein, 570 cal)

Step 2: Decide on Modifications

• Include bun: Standard macros
• Bunless: Save ~180 calories, 38g carbs

Step 3: Pick Your Sides

• Low-cal: Green Beans (45 cal), Garden Salad (90 cal)
• Moderate: Small Fries (240 cal)
• High-cal: Cheese Curds (510 cal), Onion Rings (520 cal)

Step 4: Control Condiments

• Lean: Mustard (5 cal), Ketchup (15 cal), BBQ (45 cal)
• Rich: Ranch (200 cal), Honey Mustard (150 cal)

Step 5: Decide on Dessert

• Skip: If cutting or maintaining
• Include: If bulking or treating yourself (385-900+ calories)

Step 6: Track Your Order

Use Culver’s online nutrition calculator or MyFitnessPal to verify exact macros.

Check our How to Track Macros guide for accurate logging.

The Bottom Line

Culver’s can fit into macro-friendly eating with smart choices. The Grilled Chicken Sandwich is one of the best fast-food protein options, and burgers offer solid protein when portioned correctly. But frozen custard, fried sides, and buttered buns add up fast. Plan carefully, track accurately, and enjoy Culver’s without guilt.

Key takeaways:

• Grilled Chicken Sandwich is elite (450 cal, 42g protein, 13g fat)
• Double ButterBurger with Cheese offers great protein (41g for 670 cal)
• Order bunless to save 180 calories and 38g carbs
• Choose green beans or salad instead of fries to save 250+ calories
• Frozen custard is 300-900+ calories—plan for it or skip it

Use this guide every time you visit Culver’s. Screenshot the tables. Know your go-to orders. Never guess your macros again.

Ready to fit Culver’s into your plan? Use our free Macro Calculator to calculate your daily targets.

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