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White Castle Sliders & Burgers Menu With Prices (2026)

Explore the complete 2026 lineup of White Castle's iconic 2x2-inch sliders. Discover prices, ingredients, and full nutrition facts across steam-grilled 100% USDA beef, thick-seared 1921 heritage patties, poultry, seafood, and vegetarian options.

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2026 Price Sheet

White Castle Sliders Menu & Prices at a Glance

Quick reference price sheet covering top original beef sliders, 1921 heritage patties, crispy chicken, and veggie selections with 2026 calorie and pricing breakdowns.

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White Castle Sliders Menu Prices & Calories Board 2026
Complete Slider Lineup

What Are the Different Sliders at White Castle in 2026?

White Castle crafts 17 distinct 2x2-inch slider varieties, headlined by its legendary 5-hole steam-grilled beef patties cooked over diced onions. Options span seared 1921 heritage patties, crispy chicken, wild Alaska pollock, and plant-based options customizable with American, jalapeño, or cheddar cheeses.

Burger Dimensions & Equivalency

White Castle Burgers vs. Standard Burgers: Sizing & Ratio Guide

White Castle beef sliders are authentic mini hamburgers measuring 2×2 inches and weighing 1.76 oz (50g) total. It takes approximately 4 to 5 Original Sliders to equal the beef weight of a standard 4-ounce quarter-pound hamburger.

1. Patty Dimensions & Weight

Each classic slider beef patty measures 2×2 inches square and contains 0.65 oz (~18.4g) of 100% USDA ground beef before cooking, punched with 5 patented steam chimneys.

2. Quarter-Pounder Equivalency

One 4 oz fast-food quarter-pound burger contains the same meat mass as 4.5 Original Sliders or two Double Sliders ($2.65 each).

3. Calorie & Meal Ratios

Two White Castle Cheese Sliders (340 calories, 16g protein) equal the nutritional profile of a single standard fast-food drive-thru cheeseburger.

Heritage Comparison

What Is the Difference Between The Original Slider and The 1921 Slider?

The Original Slider features a thin 100% beef patty with five holes steam-grilled over onions on a bakery bun. In contrast, The 1921 Slider uses a thicker, seared beef patty topped with caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and Roma tomato.

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The Original Slider® ($1.19)

  • ✓ Cooking Style: Steam-grilled on a bed of finely minced onions.
  • ✓ Patty Design: Thin 5-hole beef patty (50g total weight).
  • ✓ Standard Toppings: Grilled onions and a single dill pickle slice.
  • ✓ Calories & Macros: 140 Calories | 7g Fat | 6g Protein | 13g Carbs.
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The 1921 Slider® ($3.49)

  • ✓ Cooking Style: Seared on a flat-top grill for a browned, crispy crust.
  • ✓ Patty Design: Thick, solid seared beef patty (142g total weight).
  • ✓ Standard Toppings: Smoked cheddar, caramelized onions, Roma tomato, lettuce, and pickles.
  • ✓ Calories & Macros: 440 Calories | 27g Fat | 20g Protein | 31g Carbs.
Culinary Innovation Patent (1954)

Why Do White Castle Sliders Have Five Holes in the Patty?

White Castle patties feature five round holes, patented in 1954 by employee Earl Howell, as detailed in the White Castle historical timeline. These holes allow steam and onion vapor to pass through the meat, cooking the beef rapidly and evenly without requiring the cook to flip the patty.

1. Flavor Infusion Onions steam beneath the patty, channeling sweet aromatic vapor directly into the beef.
2. Zero Flipping Steam cooks both the top and bottom of the patty simultaneously in under two minutes.
3. Bun Steaming Buns placed atop the cooking patties absorb the aromatic onion steam for signature softness.
Nutrition Guide

White Castle Sliders Nutrition Facts & Calories

White Castle sliders range from 140 calories for a single Original Slider to 490 calories for the 1921 Bacon Cheese Slider. Single sliders provide 6 to 23 grams of protein, making them customizable for both light snacks and high-protein meals.

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Slider Name Serving Calories Total Fat Sat. Fat Chol. Sodium Total Carbs Fiber Sugars Protein Declared Allergens
The Original Slider® 50 g 140 7 g 2.5 g 15 mg 380 mg 13 g 1 g 1 g 6 g Wheat, Soy
Cheese Slider 57 g 170 10 g 4.5 g 25 mg 460 mg 14 g 1 g 1 g 8 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Double Original Slider® 85 g 260 14 g 6 g 35 mg 640 mg 15 g 1 g 1 g 12 g Wheat, Soy
Double Cheese Slider 99 g 340 18 g 9 g 50 mg 790 mg 19 g 1 g 2 g 15 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Bacon Cheese Slider 65 g 200 14 g 5 g 30 mg 590 mg 15 g 1 g 1 g 11 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Jalapeño Cheese Slider 57 g 170 10 g 4.5 g 25 mg 490 mg 14 g 1 g 1 g 8 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Garlic Cheese Slider 63 g 180 10 g 4.5 g 25 mg 480 mg 14 g 1 g 1.5 g 8 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
The 1921 Slider® 142 g 440 27 g 10 g 65 mg 820 mg 31 g 2 g 5 g 20 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
1921 Bacon Cheese Slider 155 g 490 32 g 12 g 75 mg 980 mg 32 g 2 g 5 g 23 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Crispy Chicken Breast Slider 82 g 230 11 g 2.5 g 25 mg 620 mg 21 g 1 g 1 g 12 g Wheat, Soy
Crispy Chicken Deluxe Slider 110 g 310 18 g 3.5 g 35 mg 710 mg 22 g 1 g 2 g 14 g Wheat, Egg, Soy
Bacon & Cheddar Chicken Slider 96 g 340 20 g 6 g 45 mg 720 mg 22 g 1 g 1 g 16 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Chicken Ring Slider 105 g 320 17 g 4.5 g 35 mg 680 mg 28 g 2 g 1 g 14 g Wheat, Milk, Soy
Chicken & Waffles Slider 115 g 360 18 g 5 g 40 mg 720 mg 39 g 1 g 14 g 13 g Wheat, Milk, Egg, Soy
Garlic Parm Chicken Slider 88 g 250 13 g 3.5 g 30 mg 680 mg 22 g 1 g 2 g 13 g Wheat, Milk, Soy, Egg
Panko Breaded Fish Slider 92 g 260 13 g 3 g 25 mg 540 mg 25 g 1 g 1 g 11 g Wheat, Fish, Soy
Southwest Veggie Slider 84 g 210 11 g 3.5 g 15 mg 460 mg 20 g 3 g 2 g 7 g Wheat, Milk, Soy

* Nutritional specifications are based on White Castle's published disclosures. Calculate custom meals in the nutrition calculator or review the allergen breakdown.

Party & Group Packs

How Much Do White Castle Sliders Cost in Bulk Sacks and Crave Cases?

Ordering White Castle sliders in bulk reduces the cost per slider: a 10-Sack costs $14.99, a 20-Slider Crave Clutch costs $26.99, a 30-Slider Crave Case costs $39.99 ($1.33/slider), and the 100-Slider Crave Crate costs $119.99.

Single Original Slider
Single Original Slider 1 Slider · 140 Cal
$1.19 $1.19 / slider
10-Sack of Original Sliders
10-Sack of Original Sliders 10 Sliders · 1400 Cal
$14.99 $1.50 / slider
Crave Clutch (20 Sliders)
Crave Clutch (20 Sliders) 20 Sliders · 2800 Cal
$26.99 $1.35 / slider
Crave Case (30 Sliders)
Crave Case (30 Sliders) 30 Sliders · 4200 Cal
$39.99 $1.33 / slider
Crave Crate (100 Sliders)
Crave Crate (100 Sliders) 100 Sliders · 14000 Cal
$119.99 $1.20 / slider
Order Customization

How to Customize Your White Castle Sliders Order

Diners can customize White Castle sliders with three cheese choices (American, smoked cheddar, jalapeño), request extra pickles or grilled onions, substitute condiments with Düsseldorf or horseradish mustard, or order sliders bunless in a dish for a low-carb meal.

1. Cheese Choices

Choose American, Smoked Cheddar, or spicy Jalapeño Pepper Jack slices.

2. Bunless / Keto

Order beef patties served bunless in a side container for gluten-free and low-carb dining.

3. Extra Pickles & Onions

Request extra pickle slices or additional steam-grilled onions at zero added charge.

4. Signature Sauces

Pair with Düsseldorf mustard, horseradish mustard, BBQ, or Zesty Zing sauce.

Supermarket Guide

Can You Buy White Castle Sliders in Grocery Store Freezer Aisles?

Yes! White Castle sells frozen 4-packs, 6-packs, 16-pack Crave Cases, and 32-pack bulk crates at Walmart, Kroger, Target, and Costco nationwide. While the beef patties feature the identical 100% USDA beef and 5 steam holes, frozen boxes do not include pickles to prevent bun sogginess.

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Grocery Quick Specs:

• Box Sizes: 4, 6, 16 & 32 packs

• Price / Slider: ~$0.85 – $1.16 in bulk

• Best Reheating: Damp paper towel steam hack

Frequently Asked Questions About White Castle Sliders & Burgers

Are White Castle sliders actually considered hamburgers or mini burgers? ▼

Yes. White Castle sliders are authentic mini hamburgers made with 100% pure USDA-inspected ground beef. When White Castle was founded in 1921, they were officially called 'hamburgers.' In the 1940s, U.S. Navy sailors coined the nickname 'sliders' because the small square burgers slid down so easily.

How many White Castle sliders equal a regular fast-food hamburger? ▼

It takes approximately four to five Original White Castle sliders (each featuring a 0.65 oz cooked patty) to equal the beef weight of a standard quarter-pound fast-food burger. In terms of calories, two White Castle Cheese Sliders (340 calories) equal one standard fast-food single cheeseburger.

Can you buy White Castle sliders in grocery store freezer aisles? ▼

Yes. White Castle sells retail frozen 4-packs, 6-packs, 16-pack Crave Cases, and 32-pack bulk crates at Walmart, Kroger, and Costco across all 50 states. While the frozen beef patties feature identical 5-hole steam patties, they do not include pickles to prevent bun sogginess.

Were White Castle sliders originally called 'sliders' when created in 1921? ▼

No. White Castle originally called them 'hamburgers' when founded in 1921. U.S. Navy sailors in the 1940s coined the nickname 'sliders' because the small, greasy square burgers slid down the throat easily.

Are White Castle beef slider patties 100% pure beef? ▼

Yes. White Castle uses 100% USDA-inspected beef patties with zero organ meats, fillers, or artificial binders, seasoned with salt and pepper on the grill.

Does White Castle flip slider patties on the griddle during cooking? ▼

No. The five patented holes in each beef patty allow hot steam and onion vapor to pass through the meat, cooking both sides simultaneously without flipping.

Can you order White Castle beef sliders completely onion-free? ▼

No. Because beef sliders are steam-grilled directly on a dense bed of chopped onions, the meat and buns absorb onion essence, meaning White Castle cannot guarantee an onion-free beef slider.

Does White Castle bake its own signature slider buns? ▼

Yes. White Castle owns and operates its own dedicated commercial bakeries (Evendale, OH and Carteret, NJ) to produce its soft, pillowy square buns daily.

Can you freeze and reheat White Castle sliders at home? ▼

Yes. Leftover sliders freeze easily in airtight bags. To reheat, wrap one or two sliders in a damp paper towel and microwave on medium-high for 35 to 45 seconds.

Is the pickle placed on the slider before cooking on the steam griddle? ▼

No. The beef patty and bun are steam-cooked together on the griddle first, and a crisp, cold dill pickle slice is placed inside immediately before boxing.

Do White Castle original beef sliders contain added MSG? ▼

No. White Castle's classic beef patties contain 100% ground beef without added MSG, preservatives, or chemical tenderizers.

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