Culver's is giving away free chicken sandwiches today. Here's how to get one
On Monday, June 16, customers can score a free chicken sandwich of their choice at participating Culver's restaurants nationwide, according to the Wisconsin-based burger chain.
No purchase is required.
The restaurant said it plans to give away more than 100,000 free chicken sandwiches as it debuts its 'new and improved' sandwich lineup. The first 100 customers in line can choose from three options:
Crispy chicken sandwichSpicy crispy chicken sandwichGrilled chicken sandwich
'Every little detail is improved — from the juiciness of the chicken to the soft, new brioche bun it sits on,' Kasey McDonald, head of culinary at Culver's, said in a news release. 'We took our time to make sure we got these perfect.'
The new chicken sandwiches will be part of Culver's permanent menu, joining its original chicken tenders and other fan favorites.
The one-day giveaway is valid on dine-in, to-go or drive-thru orders only, the restaurant said. Additional information wasn't immediately available.
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