Transform Any Culver's Burger With A Swap That's So Simple

It is home to the legendary ButterBurger and iconic cheese curds, but if you thought Wisconsin's fast food chain Culver's couldn't outdo those particular menu items, your tastebuds are about to be shook — in a good way! We know the outlet's fish sando can be elevated with two simple additions, but swapping any burger bun for lightly toasted sourdough bread puts a whole new spin on practically the entire menu. The outlet's devotees cannot get enough of this combo, which brings an added tang to Culver's beefy, burger party, as well as a crunchy texture boost.

There are a couple of caveats if you want to try this out, however. First, sourdough bread isn't among Culver's online ordering options — this is one change you gotta make in person. Regular customers claim online that they ask for — and get — this sub all the time, adding it's an easy switch for both the order taker and kitchen workers to make.

That being said, it's worth reading the room should you decide to give the sourdough a whirl. We recommend not asking for the sub during the busiest times, and you'll be less likely to annoy the staff. It's also worth noting that, depending on your location, there may be a charge for switching from a traditional or Kaiser bun to sourdough bread, with $0.70 and $1.50 noted on social media. Is it worth the few extra cents? "Heck yes!" according to those who have done it.

One Redditor enthused: "Triple mushroom Swiss on sourdough, side of signature sauce, large cheese curds, side of signature sauce, diet cookie. Chefs KISS." Someone claiming to be a Culver's worker tried a jalapeño Jack pub burger on sourdough after making it for a customer, who liked it so much they came straight back and ordered another. "I had it today on my break, and I see why he liked it so much. 10/10 would recommend," they wrote, while a third recommended swapping the bun on the pot roast sandwich for toasted sourdough.

Alongside the in-person ordering and potential for a small charge, swapping a traditional bun for the toasted sourdough option can be a bit messy. Another person claiming to be a Culver's staffer warned that the toasted sourdough bread is buttered and can be "very greasy." They claimed they ditched the butter when they prepared their sandos, but it might not be an option for normal customers. If you're worried about grease spots, maybe ask for extra napkins! If you're going for a side of fried curds, why not gussy up Culver's cheese curds with these simple additions?