Culver's • Frozen Custard & Shakes
Vanilla Shake (Regular)
Hand-spun frozen custard shake
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Vanilla Shake (Regular)
The Vanilla Shake (Regular) is hand-spun frozen custard shake It comes in at 580 calories, and is priced at $4.99 in the Frozen Custard & Shakes section of the Culver's menu — about 0.86 cents per 100 calories. Culver's is a fast food chain with over 900 locations known for Original ButterBurger, Wisconsin Cheese Curds (Regular), ButterBurger Deluxe. Our Culver's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Vanilla Shake (Regular) compares to similar Culver's items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flavor of the Day (Single Scoop) | $3.99 | 310 | 1.29 |
| Flavor of the Day (Double Scoop) | $4.99 | 520 | 0.96 |
| Vanilla Shake (Regular) (this item) | $4.99 | 580 | 0.86 |
| Concrete Mixer (Regular) | $5.49 | 660 | 0.83 |
| Concrete Mixer (Large) | $6.49 | 880 | 0.74 |
Average price in the Frozen Custard & Shakes section: $5.24. This item is below the section average.
How the Vanilla Shake (Regular) compares at other chains
Compare the Vanilla Shake (Regular) across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Culver's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culver's | Vanilla Shake (Regular) | $4.99 | — |
| 7 Brew | Vanilla Shake (Medium) | $5.99 | $1.00 less |
| Arby's | Vanilla Shake (Medium) | $4.49 | $0.50 more |
| Burger King | Vanilla Milkshake (Medium) | $4.79 | $0.20 more |
| Checkers | Vanilla Shake | $4.49 | $0.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Culver's secret menu items
Wisconsin Swiss Melt · $7.49
ButterBurger patty with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions on rye toast
How to order: Order a ButterBurger and ask for 'Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, and on rye toast instead of the bun.'
Sourdough Melt · $7.89
ButterBurger patty with American cheese, Swiss cheese, and grilled onions on sourdough bread
How to order: Order a ButterBurger and ask for 'American and Swiss cheese, grilled onions, and on sourdough bread.'
Custard Float · $5.49
Root beer float made with Culver's frozen custard instead of soft serve
How to order: Order a Root Beer Float and ask for 'an extra scoop of Flavor of the Day custard blended in.'
Loaded Fries · $6.49
Crinkle fries topped with Wisconsin cheese curds, bacon bits, and ranch dressing
How to order: Order a large Crinkle Fries and ask for 'melted Wisconsin cheese curds, bacon bits, and ranch on top.'
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
Is the Vanilla Shake (Regular) good value at Culver's?
At $4.99, the Vanilla Shake (Regular) costs about 0.86 cents per 100 calories against a $5.24 average in the Frozen Custard & Shakes section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Culver's sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Vanilla Shake (Regular) at Culver's
The Vanilla Shake (Regular) is available at Culver's locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Culver's app or third-party services. Order through the official Culver's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Culver's menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Vanilla Shake (Regular)
- 1Check current Culver's deals — MyCulver's Rewards — Free Custard & Exclusive Offers.
- 2Prices have trended +4.9% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Vanilla Shake (Regular) prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Culver's national-average pricing model:
- Chicago: $6.50 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Original ButterBurger)
- Detroit: $6.00 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original ButterBurger)
- Columbus: $6.00 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original ButterBurger)
- Dallas: $6.15 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original ButterBurger)
- Atlanta: $6.25 (Estimated — on par with national average — Original ButterBurger)
- Minneapolis: $6.00 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original ButterBurger)
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About Culver's
Culver's is a fast food chain with over 900 locations known for Original ButterBurger, Wisconsin Cheese Curds (Regular), ButterBurger Deluxe. Our Culver's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including butterburgers, chicken & sandwiches, value baskets (combos), sides. Current deals include MyCulver's Rewards — Free Custard & Exclusive Offers.
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