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Were the Burgers Better at Culver's? Brookview Food Critics Tell All
As part of an all-grade assignment, Brookview Elementary third-grade students reviewed five West Des Moines restaurants. Culver's got high marks for its cleanliness and great food.

The following critiques are the work of the third-grade students in Ginger Akason's class at Brookview Elementary School. Read about this all-inclusive project . Other reviews from the assignment will run this week on Waukee and West Des Moines Patches.
By Mason Myers
My lunch at Culver’s was delightful! It was quiet so I could talk with my friends. It was the best!
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I had a delightful lunch at Culver’s because I had all of this savory food. The juicy, messy cheese curds were very spicy and warm. I had a cheeseburger and fries too. I loved it because those two foods go together. The cheeseburger was too crunchy. The fries were just right because they were warm. All of the food we had was very well seasoned.
When I ate, it was peaceful. Also, it was quiet because there weren’t very many people there yet. The comfort was pretty nice. I had a comfortable chair, but not the best (not cushy). It was very clean when I walked in. It was cold, too.
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The service was great. We ordered at 10:47 and got our food at 10:52. It only took 5 minutes! The employees were friendly, even though I only saw them once.
My lunch at Culver’s was tasty. I bet if I like it, you would also like it because they have lots of options for food.
By Lauren Shanda
From the stove to the pans to your tray to your mouth. The choices at Culver’s are outstanding because there were lots of choices.
The cheese curds had a strong taste of cheese. The frozen custard was very creamy. That’s just the way I like it.
The tables were very clean. The carpets were so clean you could see the pattern on the carpet very clearly. Culver’s is a very clean place. The wall is a white wall with lots and lots of blue dots. Culver’s is so clean it looks as if it were new.
It took about five minutes to get our food. They are very friendly. When you need something they are very responsive to your needs. Even when you don’t need something they check up on you.
Bottom Line: If you want to show your taste buds who’s boss, you should go to Culver’s.
By Will Kramer
Who knew Culver’s food could be so delightful? Culver’s would be a good place for cheeseburgers and chicken. Their food was very tasty. The chicken had a very good taste. Also, the burger was very flavorful. The cheese was warm and melted. The fries were ok, but I would have preferred more salt. There were endless drink choices at their pop machine.
The dining area of Culver’s has tables, booths, and a television. The television would be good for sports fans. The chairs there were comfortable because of their cushions.
The service was probably the best service I have ever had. The service was so friendly too. They get the food to you pretty fast. Our food took only five minutes.
I would guarantee if you go to Culver’s, you will want to come again because of their cheesy cheeseburger.
By Brandon Kaufmann
I had the best lunch at Culver’s yesterday. I had a great burger, fantastic french fries, cheesy cheese curds and more.
The burger was crispy, and when I took a bite so much flavor went in to my mouth. It was so delicious. I loved the salty french fries, but I thought they were a little too soggy. Otherwise I gobbled it up, and it was fantastic!
Do you want to know the best part of my lunch? The cheesy cheese curds! I took a bite out of one, and I was just like “These are the best things I’ve ever had!”
Go to Culver’s and get cheesy cheese curds. And don’t forget the frozen custard!
The best thing I thought of Culver’s were the colors blue and white- Colts colors. I’d get a booth, because they are soft but the chairs were okay. There was also music playing, but you could still hear your friends talking. The workers at Culver’s were friendly and helpful. If you ask for something you’ll get it quickly. After you eat you can ask for a wipe so your fingers don’t stay greasy. They’re really kind. They always say thanks for coming.
When you go to Culver’s bring your kids or your family so you don’t get lonely while you’re eating fantastic food.
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