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Last Updated: October 2026
Carl’s Jr.: Your Complete Carl’s Jr. Guide for 2026
By The MenuWithPrice Editorial Team · Reviewed by Jake Morgan
Your one stop guide to Carl’s Jr.. Browse Carl’s Jr. Menu Prices, Carl’s Jr. Breakfast Menu, Carl’s Jr. Secret Menu and Carl’s Jr. Happy Hour, with prices and tips checked for 2026.
Carl’s Jr. is a fast food burger chain with more than 1,000 U.S. restaurants and many more worldwide. Prices can vary by location, so our guides show typical U.S. prices to help you plan your order.
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Menu PricesCarl’s Jr. Menu Prices
The full Carl’s Jr. menu with current prices for every item, combo and size.
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Secret MenuCarl’s Jr. Secret Menu
Fan favorite Carl’s Jr. hacks and exactly what to ask for when you order.
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BreakfastCarl’s Jr. Breakfast Menu
Carl’s Jr. breakfast items with prices, popular picks and breakfast hours.
Open guide →Breakfast HoursCarl’s Jr. Breakfast Hours
What time Carl’s Jr. breakfast starts and ends, with weekday and weekend hours.
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Happy HourCarl’s Jr. Happy Hour
Carl’s Jr. happy hour times, drink specials and food deals explained.
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Nutrition FactsCarl’s Jr. Nutrition Facts
Calories, fat, sodium, carbs, sugar and protein for every Carl’s Jr. item.
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Nutrition CalculatorCarl’s Jr. Nutrition Calculator
Build a Carl’s Jr. meal and total calories, macros and sodium.
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Carl’s Jr. was founded in 1941 in Los Angeles, California by Carl and Margaret Karcher. Today the company is based in Franklin, Tennessee and is owned by CKE Restaurants, which also owns Hardee’s. You can read the full company history on Wikipedia.
Carl’s Jr. now has more than 1,000 U.S. restaurants and many more worldwide and is best known for Famous Star, Western Bacon Cheeseburger, charbroiled burgers, hand scooped shakes and made from scratch biscuits. Carl Karcher began with a hot dog cart in Los Angeles in 1941 before opening the first Carl’s Jr.
On MenuWithPrice you can compare the Carl’s Jr. Menu Prices, Carl’s Jr. Breakfast Menu, Carl’s Jr. Secret Menu and Carl’s Jr. Happy Hour side by side. For the latest official menu, store hours and app deals, visit the official Carl’s Jr. website.
What’s on the Carl’s Jr. menu?
The Carl’s Jr. menu is built around a few main categories. Tap any category to open the guide with full details.
Charbroiled burgers
Famous Star, Super Star and the Western Bacon Cheeseburger.
See secret menu guide →Menu items, prices and participation vary by location. Check the official Carl’s Jr. website or app for your nearest restaurant and its hours.
How to save money at Carl’s Jr.
A few simple habits can lower the cost of every Carl’s Jr. order. Here is what to check before you buy.
Check the official app
Many of the best Carl’s Jr. offers are app or online only. Look for current deals on the official Carl’s Jr. website before you order.
Time it for happy hour
Drinks and snacks often cost less during happy hour. Our Carl’s Jr. happy hour guide lists the times and specials.
Go early for breakfast
Breakfast items are usually some of the best value on the menu. See prices and hours in our Carl’s Jr. breakfast guide.
Try a secret menu hack
Some fan favorite customizations give you more food for less. See them in our Carl’s Jr. secret menu guide.
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Carl’s Jr. FAQs
What is Carl’s Jr. known for?
Carl’s Jr. is best known for Famous Star, Western Bacon Cheeseburger, charbroiled burgers, hand scooped shakes and made from scratch biscuits. See every item with prices in our Carl’s Jr. Menu Prices guide.
When was Carl’s Jr. founded?
Carl’s Jr. was founded in 1941 in Los Angeles, California by Carl and Margaret Karcher. The company is now headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
How many Carl’s Jr. locations are there?
Carl’s Jr. has more than 1,000 U.S. restaurants and many more worldwide. Use the official Carl’s Jr. website to find the location nearest to you.
Who owns Carl’s Jr.?
Carl’s Jr. is owned by CKE Restaurants, which also owns Hardee’s.
Does Carl’s Jr. serve breakfast?
Breakfast availability and hours depend on the location. Our Carl’s Jr. breakfast menu guide lists breakfast items, prices and typical hours.
Does Carl’s Jr. have a happy hour?
Our Carl’s Jr. happy hour guide explains current happy hour times, drink specials and food deals.
Does Carl’s Jr. have a secret menu?
Carl’s Jr. has no official secret menu, but fans order popular customizations. Our Carl’s Jr. secret menu guide explains what to ask for.
Are Carl’s Jr. prices the same at every location?
No. Prices can vary by city, state and individual restaurant, especially at airports and travel stops. Our guides show typical U.S. prices, and the Carl’s Jr. app shows the exact price at your chosen location.
Prices on MenuWithPrice.net are typical U.S. prices and are checked regularly, but they can vary by location. Carl’s Jr. is a trademark of its owner; MenuWithPrice.net is not affiliated with Carl’s Jr..
Who wrote and reviewed this page
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The MenuWithPrice Editorial Team
Our team researches menu prices from official menus, ordering apps and several U.S. locations, and rechecks every guide on a regular schedule.
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Menu price reviewer. Jake checks prices, calories, deals and hours against the official menu before a page is published or updated.