How To Get Poutine At Culver's

Culver's ButterBurgers and frozen custard have been the stars of the fast food chain's menu since it debuted in Sauk City, Wisconsin, in 1984. However, the chain's cheese curds shine in their own right. Sourced fresh from master cheesemakers, these are deep-fried pieces of yellow and white cheddar. Traditionally formed during the pre-aging stage of cheesemaking, curds are also famously part of Canada's beloved poutine. This dish consists of french fries topped with the young chunks of dairy covered with brown gravy. Thanks to a game-changing Culver's hack, you can create your own version of poutine at the restaurant chain.

First get medium-size servings of the curds and crinkle-cut fries, and request two side cups of gravy, as well as one of the larger, rectangular cardboard containers for assembly. Arrange the fries on the bottom with the crispy cheese nuggets on top, then pour on the gravy. One difference this version has from regular poutine is that the curds normally aren't fried. Additionally, your Culver's location might only stock white home-style chicken gravy that comes with the mashed potato side.

The Midwestern restaurant chain used to serve brown gravy as part of the pot roast dinner. Some Culver's workers have said on Reddit that their locations stopped serving the dinner and its accompanying gravy. However, you might still be able to find it. One person with purported ties to the chain shared that while many locations likely discontinued the pot roast due to lack of sales, "We still carry it at my restaurant ... It's popular here."

Even if it doesn't quite mimic the original dish, the makeshift poutine has clear appeal. Various Redditors, for instance, have expressed their eagerness to try it. As one person declared, "Wait why have [I] never thought about this before? ... On my way! to [C]ulver's." The idea even received praise in a Reddit thread asking if Culver's poutine was a "[crime] below the [Canadian] border." The original poster wrote, "Honestly looks great for a menu 'hack.'" Someone else responded, "Might be a poutine crime but I'd still destroy that [expletive]."

Folks who do give this hack a try could also take advantage of some optional toppings and another Culver's side to give the poutine a boost. Try scattering crumbled bacon, jalapeños, grilled onions, or mushrooms on top. Another option for a double dose of cheese is sprinkling shredded cheddar over the gravy, or using some of the Wisconsin cheddar cheese sauce along with it. Make it even heartier by ordering George's chili and scooping some onto the dish.

Although poutine isn't something you'll normally encounter at quick-service chains in the U.S., many do serve it north of the border. These include major names like McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's, which offer some of the best fast food poutine you can find in Canada.