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Why This Burger Spot Is Winning Over In-N-Out Fans (27 New Openings Announced)

Why This Burger Spot Is Winning Over In-N-Out Fans (27 New Openings Announced)

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Culver’s fans, get ready to celebrate! The beloved Midwest burger chain is spreading its wings across America.

With fresh locations planned in twelve different states, your favorite comfort food might be coming to a neighborhood near you. Get ready to discover where these delicious new spots will be opening their doors.

1. Culver’s

Culver's
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Culver’s is a beloved Midwestern fast-food chain known for its rich, buttery ButterBurgers and creamy frozen custard. Founded in Wisconsin in 1984, it’s built a loyal following with its made-to-order meals and small-town charm.

Unlike typical drive-thrus, Culver’s prides itself on quality ingredients and friendly service. They deliver comfort food that keeps fans coming back.

2. Queen Creek, Arizona

Queen Creek, Arizona
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Culver’s will soon open in Queen Creek, marking one of its first entries in Arizona this year. The East Valley community will now get access to fresh ButterBurgers and their famous frozen custard.

With Arizona already home to over 30 Culver’s locations, this addition expands their growing footprint in the region. It’s sure to become a popular dining option for families and commuters alike.

3. Little Rock, Arkansas

Little Rock, Arkansas
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Harrison is set to receive its very first Culver’s, fulfilling Arkansas’s expansion plans. This will be one of only two Culver’s locations currently in the state.

Locals can look forward to welcoming the chain’s signature buttered buns and hand-breaded chicken tenders. The move reflects Culver’s cautious but steady growth in the South Central U.S.

4. Ruskin, Florida

Ruskin, Florida
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The chain is making inroads in Ruskin, joining other new builds across the state. This coastal community will now get access to premium frozen custard and fresh cheese curds.

It complements recent openings in Avon Park and Ocala, reinforcing Culver’s popularity in Central and West Florida. This site is expected to draw crowds looking for waterfront flavor meets Midwest comfort.

5. Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville, Florida
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Florida finally gets its first taste of authentic Wisconsin hospitality in this Jacksonville location.

Beach-goers and locals alike can now enjoy premium frozen custard year-round. The Sunshine State’s warm weather makes this opening particularly sweet for dessert lovers.

6. Fort Meade, Florida

Fort Meade, Florida
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Fort Meade is also getting its inaugural Culver’s location, further expanding the chain’s reach in Florida. Situated in Polk County, this diner-style restaurant will boost local dining options with fresh, never-frozen beef meals.

Residents can anticipate enjoying ButterBurgers and concrete mixers close to home. It reflects Culver’s broader strategy of planting roots in small- and mid-sized markets.

7. Fort Myers, Florida

Fort Myers, Florida
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The Fort Myers site is another confirmed spot in Florida’s 2025 rollout. This community will see the brand’s hearty ButterBurgers and freshly churned custard in a sunny setting.

It builds upon the wave of openings in the state and promises to serve as a local favorite. Expect lines out the door when word of that custard hits!

8. Leesburg, Florida

Leesburg, Florida
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Leesburg is also in line for a new Culver’s build, expanding the brand’s reach in Central Florida. Known for its waterway and retirees, the city will now enjoy comfort food locals have been watching for.

The restaurant will offer the signature menu favorites Culver’s fans love. It’s a nod to the chain’s strategy of moving into growing Floridian communities.

9. Carterville, Georgia

Carterville, Georgia
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Culver’s plans to debut a location in Carterville, continuing expansion across Georgia. Already boasting over 20 restaurants statewide, Carterville will get fresh butterburgers and custard.

It fits the brand’s pattern of entering suburban hubs near major metro areas. Expect a buzz as locals discover this Midwestern import in Peach State territory.

10. Rantoul, Illinois

Rantoul, Illinois
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The Champaign-area community of Rantoul will host one of Illinois’s new Culver’s locations. It expands the chain’s presence beyond Mahomet, Bradley, and Diamond, diversifying its coverage.

Rantoul residents can look forward to fresh, never-frozen burgers and frozen custard. This spot further solidifies Culver’s Midwestern dominance.

11. Bradley, Illinois

Bradley, Illinois
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Bradley, IL, is confirmed as another Illinois recipient of a Culver’s build. It joins Rantoul and Diamond in the central/west IL expansion wave.

The local crowd will gain access to ButterBurgers, cheese curds, and creamy custard. Expect this to become a meeting spot for friends and families alike.

12. Diamond, Illinois

Diamond, Illinois
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Diamond rounds out the confirmed Illinois trio, joining Bradley and Rantoul on Culver’s growth map. Though a smaller community, it’s gaining big flavor with upcoming offerings.

Locals can get excited about fresh-cut fries, signature milkshakes, and more. It shows Culver’s dedication to serving both cities and rural towns alike.

13. Derby, Kansas

Derby, Kansas
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Culver’s is confirmed to build in Derby, near Wichita, extending its Kansas network. Already operating 12 restaurants in the state, this adds another quality dining choice to the region.

Derby residents will soon enjoy fresh, buttered burgers and rich custard treats. It reflects the strategy of meeting demand in thriving suburban markets.

14. Woodhaven, Michigan

Woodhaven, Michigan
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Detroit suburb Woodhaven is one of four new Michigan sites confirmed this year. Locals can anticipate fresh-daily patties and classic frozen custard.

The new restaurant enhances Culver’s footprint alongside Clawson, Alma, and Muskegon. It’s a welcome addition for fans craving consistency and comfort.

15. White Lake, Michigan

White Lake, Michigan
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White Lake joins Woodhaven, Southfield, and Holland in the Michigan expansion list. This lakeside community will soon host the chain’s iconic menu heroes.

Fans can gear up for butterburgers, cheese curds, and seasonal custard flavors. It bolsters Culver’s reputation as a staple in Great Lakes dining.

16. Southfield, Michigan

Southfield, Michigan
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As part of Metro Detroit growth, Southfield is set for a new Culver’s location. Already a fast-food hub, it gains a fresh competitor with Midwestern flair.

The menu will provide butterburgers, grilled sandwiches, and frozen desserts. It complements the state’s ongoing string of openings.

17. Holland, Michigan

Holland, Michigan
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Celebrated for its Dutch heritage, Holland is confirmed to receive Culver’s this year. The tourist-favorite town will now serve custard and butterburgers to vacationers and locals alike.

It supplements Michigan’s existing roster of new locations. This site is expected to be a crowd-pleaser.

18. West Carrollton, Ohio

West Carrollton, Ohio
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In the Dayton metro, West Carrollton is getting a Culver’s restaurant under construction. It will bring signature buttered buns, cheese curds, and crispy chicken tenders to the area.

Available soon for families and commuters, it’s poised to be a new go-to spot. It strengthens Culver’s presence in Ohio’s population centers.

19. Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio
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Ohio’s capital city Columbus is also among the upcoming builds. With over two dozen restaurants already in the state, this adds even more access.

The location will serve all the classic Culver’s items, including the beloved frozen custard. Expect broad appeal in this expanding market.

20. Boiling Springs, South Carolina

Boiling Springs, South Carolina
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Boiling Springs is poised to welcome its own Culver’s, adding to the state’s culinary options. Fans can anticipate standard fare—ButterBurgers, frozen custard, and friendly service.

It blends into the Upstate’s growing dining ecosystem. It’s one of two confirmed Palmetto State expansions this year.

21. Greenville, South Carolina

Greenville, South Carolina
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Culver’s joins an already dynamic food scene in Greenville with an upcoming site. This location promises the same high-bar standards for food and cleanliness fans expect.

It fits Culver’s steady pattern of entering community-centric markets. Watch for grand opening dates soon.

22. Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Oak Ridge, Tennessee
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Oak Ridge is among the three Tennessee destinations set for new Culver’s builds. The city will gain access to made-to-order buttered burgers and concrete mixers.

This spot is part of a broader rollout including Hixson and Sevierville. It strengthens Culver’s foothold across Tennessee.

23. Hixson, Tennessee

Hixson, Tennessee
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In Chattanooga’s northern suburb, Hixson is due to get a Culver’s location under development. Locals will soon enjoy signature menu staples, from cheese curds to frozen custard. It builds on the state’s growing Culver’s presence.

Expect this to quickly become a local favorite.

24. Sevierville, Tennessee

Sevierville, Tennessee
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Sevierville, near Pigeon Forge, is one of Tennessee’s upcoming sites. This tourist-focused city will get a family-friendly destination for burgers and desserts.

With drive-thru convenience and seating, it’s ideal for passing vacationers. It completes the state’s confirmed trio.

25. Katy, Texas

Katy, Texas
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The Houston suburb of Katy is confirmed for a new Culver’s location. It enhances Texas’s 15 existing outlets and growing presence.

Residents and shoppers can soon grab buttered burgers and frozen custard after a day out. It serves as a key addition to the region’s dining variety.

26. Evansville, Wisconsin

Evansville, Wisconsin
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In rural Wisconsin, Evansville is set to welcome Culver’s, continuing the brand’s home-state dominance. Residents can count on the classic menu they’ve come to expect.

It reinforces local access to fresh custard and friendly service. It’s one of three new builds planned in Wisconsin.

27. Combined Locks, Wisconsin

Combined Locks, Wisconsin
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Another hospitality-rich area, Combined Locks is on the list for a future Culver’s location. The small village gets the perks of fresh frozen custard and signature burgers.

Fans can look forward to local convenience alongside classic favorites. It continues the chain’s roots in Wisconsin communities.

28. Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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Eau Claire, a growing city, is also confirmed for a new Culver’s restaurant. It will bring butterburgers with never-frozen beef and bell-flavored cheese curds to town.

The site reflects the brand’s investment in urban and regional centers in its home state. Locals will likely embrace the addition enthusiastically.