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13220 Callum Dr Unit 1, Waverly, NE, 68462, US 1(402) 786-0491

On the Runza menu, the most expensive item is Double Cheeseburger Combo Meal, which costs $14.19. The cheapest item on the menu is Southwest Ranch, which costs $0.69. The average price of all items on the menu is currently $6.30.

View the Runza menu prices list below for the most accurate and up-to-date menu prices. We aggregate data from 54 Runza locations in our database to create the most accurate list of Runza prices. Don't rely on outdated price data. We update our database frequently to ensure that the prices are as accurate as possible.

Runza is a regional fast-food restaurant chain in the United States known for its signature Runza sandwiches. It is the oldest operating restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska. Runza offers a menu that includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, crinkle-cut fries, and lemonade refreshers. Popular menu items at Runza include the Original Runza® Sandwich, Cheese Runza® Sandwich, Frings™, and Swiss Mushroom Burger. The most affordable meal on the Runza menu is the Hamburger, which costs $4.99 in Lincoln, NE, $5.29 in Clarinda, IA, and $5.49 in Loveland, CO. The priciest dish on the Runza menu is the Double Spicy Jack Burger, which costs $10.09 in Lincoln, NE, $10.39 in Clarinda, IA, and $10.59 in Loveland, CO, as of March 14, 2025. Runza menu with prices also offers sandwiches for as low as $5.69, legendary burgers beginning at $4.99, chicken starting at $3.19, sides from $3.59, drinks beginning at $2.09, desserts for as low as $1.89, and kids' meals from $5.69.

Runza® was founded in 1949 by Sally Everett and her brother Alex Brening in Lincoln, Nebraska. The siblings used a family bierock recipe into the now-famous Runza Sandwich, and opened the first restaurant near Pioneers Park. Donald Everett Sr. joined in 1964 and expanded the brand by opening a second location in 1966 while securing the trademark. Runza® began franchising in 1979, introduced drive-thrus in 1981, implemented a new logo in 1983, and launched the “Today’s Temperature is Today’s Price” promotion in 1986. The menu expanded over the years, adding grilled chicken sandwiches in 1989, Frings™ in 2002, and cinnamon rolls in 2007. Today Runza has 90 restaurants in the USA, located in Nebraska, Iowa, Colorado, Kansas, and South Dakota.

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What is Runza Most Famous For?

Runza is most famous for the Runza sandwich, Frings, and made-from-scratch cinnamon rolls. The Runza sandwich is a regional cuisine of Nebraska. It is a 'homemade fresh' sandwich that starts out with a baked yeast dough pocket filled with sautéed ground beef and cabbage, encased in a rectangular, bread roll-like creation. The sandwich has been a Midwest thing since 1949, with the Cheese Runza being a classic first-try item for newcomers.



What are the Most Popular Signature Items on the Runza Menu?

The most popular signature items on the Runza menu include:

  • Original Runza® Sandwich: Showcases seasoned ground beef, cabbage, and onions inside freshly baked bread.
  • Cheese Runza® Sandwich: Comes with American cheese melted over seasoned ground beef, cabbage, and onions inside freshly baked bread.
  • Frings™: Includes crinkle-cut French fries and homemade onion rings.
  • Swiss Mushroom Burger: Features a hamburger patty topped with seasoned mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and mayo.
  • Swiss Mushroom Runza® Sandwich: Comes with Swiss cheese and seasoned mushrooms inside freshly baked bread.
  • Spicy Jack Runza® Sandwich: Includes crispy bacon, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and Southwest ranch inside freshly baked bread.
  • Southwest Runza® Sandwich: Features seasoned ground beef, shredded cheddar, salsa, Southwest ranch, taco seasoning, and tortilla strips inside freshly baked bread.
  • Cheeseburger Runza® Sandwich: Showcases American cheese, ketchup, mustard, onions, and pickles inside freshly baked bread.
  • BBQ Bacon Runza® Sandwich: Comes with BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, and Swiss cheese inside freshly baked bread.
  • Mini Runza® Sandwiches: Includes half-sized Original Runza® sandwiches, available by advance order.
  • North Pacific Cod Sandwich: Features American cheese, lettuce, and tartar sauce on a crispy cod fillet.
  • Homemade Chili: Showcases beans, green peppers, ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and secret seasonings.
  • House-Baked Cinnamon Roll: Comes with a soft, sweet texture, available for in-store or online orders.
  • Spicy Jack Burger: Includes crispy bacon, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and Southwest ranch on a hamburger patty.
  • Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich: Features lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a grilled chicken fillet.
  • Mint Shakes: Showcases a minty flavor, available in small, medium, and large sizes.


What Drinks and Beverages Can You Have at Runza?

Runza offers lemonade refreshers, including Prickly Pear, Watermelon Wild, Pomegranate Passion, and Mango Mojo, which pair well with sandwiches like the Smothered Grilled Chicken Sandwich and BBQ Grilled Chicken Sandwich. The beverage selection also includes fresh-brewed iced tea, soft drinks, and dairy options. The list of Runza drinks and beverages also includes:

  • Pepsi
  • Diet Pepsi
  • Mountain Dew
  • Diet Dr. Pepper
  • Dr. Pepper
  • Starry
  • Lemonade
  • Iced Tea
  • Gatorade Fruit Punch
  • Fresh-Brewed Iced Tea
  • Chocolate Hiland Dairy Milk
  • Regular Hiland Dairy Milk
  • Prickly Pear Lemonade Refreshers
  • Watermelon Wild Lemonade Refreshers
  • Pomegranate Passion Lemonade Refreshers
  • Mango Mojo Lemonade Refreshers
  • Aquafina Bottled Water


What is the Cheapest Meal on the Runza Menu?

The cheapest meal on the Runza menu is the Hamburger, which costs $4.99 in Lincoln, NE, $5.29 in Clarinda, IA, and $5.49 in Loveland, CO. The Hamburger is topped with ketchup, mustard, pickles, and onions.


What is the Most Expensive Meal on the Runza Menu?

The most expensive meal on the Runza menu is the Double Spicy Jack Burger, which costs $10.09 in Lincoln, NE, $10.39 in Clarinda, IA, and $10.59 in Loveland, CO. Double Spicy Jack Burger is topped with Pepper Jack cheese, jalapenos, bacon, and Southwest Ranch, with 910 calories.


What are the Healthiest Meals on the Runza Menu?

The healthiest meals on the Runza menu are Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Deluxe Grilled Chicken Sandwich, BBQ Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Smothered Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Southwest Chicken Salad with Salsa (no dressing), and Sweet Berry Chicken Salad (no dressing). The Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich contains 330 calories, 11 g of fat, and 32 g of protein. The Deluxe Grilled Chicken Sandwich offers a similar option at 330 calories, 11 g of fat, and 32 g of protein. The BBQ Grilled Chicken Sandwich contains 360 calories, 11 g of fat, and 33 g of protein. The Smothered Grilled Chicken Sandwich provides 390 calories, 16 g of fat, and 34 g of protein. The Southwest Chicken Salad with Salsa (no dressing) offers 400 calories, 18 g of fat, and 24 g of protein. The Sweet Berry Chicken Salad (no dressing) contains 380 calories, 19 g of fat, and 35 g of protein.


What are the Most Ordered Burgers on the Runza Menu?

The most ordered burgers on the Runza menu are:

  • Cheeseburger: Comes with ketchup, mustard, pickle, and onion, priced at $5.69 and contains 410 calories.
  • Bacon Cheeseburger: Includes ketchup, mustard, pickle, and onion, priced at $6.59 and contains 490 calories.
  • Hamburger: Features ketchup, mustard, pickle, and onion, priced at $5.29 and contains 350 calories.
  • Double Cheeseburger Combo Meal: Showcases a double cheeseburger with sides and drinks, priced at $11.59 and contains 690-1240 calories.
  • Bacon Cheeseburger Combo Meal: Includes a bacon cheeseburger with sides and drinks, priced at $10.69 and contains 510-1060 calories.
  • Cheeseburger Combo Meal: Comes with a cheeseburger, sides, and drinks, priced at $9.79 and contains 430-980 calories.


The Runza burgers feature a fresh-baked Rotella's bakery bun, made daily in-store, and a blend of spices to season the ground beef, and can be customized with different toppings to suit individual preferences. 


What are the Best Sandwiches on the Runza Menu?

The best sandwiches on the Runza menu are:

  • Original Runza® Sandwich: Includes ground beef, cabbage, and onions, baked inside homemade bread, priced at $5.69 and containing 530 calories.
  • Cheese Runza® Sandwich: Features the Original Runza® with American cheese added, priced at $6.09 and containing 590 calories.
  • Spicy Jack Runza® Sandwich: Starts as an Original Runza® with bacon, Southwest Ranch, pepper jack cheese, and jalapeños, priced at $7.49 and containing 750 calories.
  • Cheeseburger Runza® Sandwich: The Original with ketchup, mustard, onion, and pickle, priced at $6.09 and containing 590 calories.
  • Southwest Runza® Sandwich: Includes cheddar cheese, salsa, Southwest Ranch, and tortilla strips inside the Original Runza® bread, priced at $6.59 and containing 650 calories.
  • Swiss Mushroom Runza® Sandwich: Features the Original with mushrooms and Swiss cheese, priced at $6.59 and containing 620 calories.
  • BBQ Bacon Runza® Sandwich: Combines crispy bacon, Swiss cheese, and BBQ sauce with the Original, priced at $6.99 and containing 730 calories.


The Runza sandwich menu offers several selections of iconic sandwiches, each featuring a fresh-baked Rotella's bakery bun and a blend of spices to season the ground beef, with customizable toppings.


How Often Does Runza Offer Special Offers?

Runza offers special combo meal deals and Temperature Tuesdays deals. Combo meal deals range from $7.59 to $11.59, which include items such as the Original Runza® Sandwich Combo Meal, the Cheeseburger Combo Meal, and the Double Cheeseburger Combo Meal. Temperature Tuesdays occur every winter, with Runza hosting Temperature Tuesdays® in January, where the temperature at 6AM sets the price of a Runza® Sandwich for that day.


How Does a Runza Coupon Work?

Runza coupons can be redeemed by using the Runza Rewards app to apply available rewards or offers before scanning your QR code, or by redeeming points and rewards during online ordering. Signing up for Runza® Tast-e-mail provides coupons approximately every other month, with minimal inbox clutter. Runza also offers gift cards in different designs all priced from $5.00. Runza Gift card balance can be checked online, and a greeting card with a personalized message can be added at checkout.


Does Runza Have a Loyalty Program?

Yes, Runza offers a loyalty program called Runza® Rewards. Members earn 10 points for every $1 spent (pre-tax and after discounts) which can be redeemed for free food, exclusive app offers, and the ability to order ahead. Members must scan the QR code at Runza® locations or log into their account when ordering online, with rewards unlocking starting at 300 points. Birthday rewards, app-exclusive deals, and the option to pay with a phone are also available, and points reset after six months of inactivity, with offers expiring on a set date.


Does Runza Offer Family Meal Bundles?

No, Runza does not provide family meal bundles but offers combo meals, and generous individual portions are available, which can be ordered in larger quantities.


Does Runza offer Vegan Options?

Yes, Runza offers vegan options, including Crinkle-Cut French Fries, the Original Vegetarian Runza Sandwich, and the Southwest Black Bean Vegetarian Runza Sandwich. The Original Vegetarian Runza Sandwich features fresh-baked bread stuffed with lentils, onions, carrots, and cabbage, offering a meatless alternative to the traditional version. The Southwest Black Bean Vegetarian Runza Sandwich is a vegetarian version of the Runza, filled with black beans, corn, onions, red peppers, oats, and cheddar cheese, all inside Runza's signature doughy bread.


Does Runza offer Gluten-Free Options?

Yes, Runza offers gluten-free options, such as Crinkle-Cut French Fries, Side Salad (without croutons), and Homemade Chili. Runza offers fewer gluten-free options because many menu items contain gluten-containing ingredients like bread, wraps, and fried foods.


Is Runza Pet-Friendly?

Yes, Runza is pet-friendly with two pet-friendly outdoor tables available at 826 Old Post Rd, Sidney, NE, and a drive-thru window also accessible, along with three pet-friendly outdoor tables at 367 N 4th St, David City, NE. Runza has earned a 5.0 out of 5 bones rating from two canine critics on BringFido.


Can You Order Ala Carte in Runza?

Yes, Runza offers the option to order a la carte. Customers can choose from individual menu items, including the Original Runza® Sandwich, Cheeseburger, Crinkle-Cut French Fries, Onion Rings, and beverages. 


What Other Services Does Runza Offer?

Runza offers several convenient services, including drive-thru, pickup, delivery options, and catering for tailgates, birthday parties, or team gatherings.


Does Runza Offer Catering Services?

Yes, Runza offers catering services with options, including Seasonal Specials for $39.39, appetizers starting at $27.99, sandwiches such as Mini Original Runza Sandwich for as low as $2.89 (2 pieces per person), salads starting at $3.79, sides like Chips priced at $1.49, desserts like Cookies priced at $1.49 each, and beverages like Bottled Water priced at $1.99. Catering services can be ordered through the website, and EZcater. 


Can You Rent Runza for Private Occasions?

No, Runza cannot be rented for private occasions but groups can arrive early to reserve seats and place orders ahead to ensure proper seating and accommodation for everyone.


Does Runza Do House Delivery?

Yes, Runza offers house delivery through partners DoorDash and Uber Eats. Delivery hours may vary such as at 937 E Street, Lincoln, NE 68508, from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM daily, and 8525 Andermatt Drive, Lincoln, NE 68526, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.


How are the Reviews for Customer Experience at Runza?

Reviews for customer experience at Runza are generally positive, with many customers praising the quality of food, quick service, and friendly staff. Reviews mention the freshness of the sandwiches, such as the Original Runza and Crinkle-Cut French Fries, and comment on enjoying the atmosphere, particularly at locations with pet-friendly outdoor seating. Customers have also noted occasional wait times during peak hours or issues with delivery orders. Runza locations feature casual interiors with spacious seating, including booths and tables, with color schemes that often incorporate red and yellow, and decor that includes branding elements and local touches.


Who are the Top Competitors of Runza?

The top competitors of Runza are listed below:

  • Culver's: Culver's is known for its signature ButterBurgers and fresh, made-to-order meals, with over 700 locations across the U.S., including popular spots in Milwaukee, WI, and St. Louis, MO.
  • Whataburger: Whataburger is famous for its large, customizable burgers, offers breakfast items all day, while Runza offers sandwiches and burgers, with signature items like the Original Runza sandwich and Cheeseburgers.
  • Steak 'n Shake: Steak 'n Shake is a classic American diner-style restaurant offering 24-hour service at many locations.
  • A&W Restaurants: A&W is best known for root beer, which is served in frosty mugs, combo meals, and many locations offer a drive-thru.
  • Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Store: Braum's offers a mix of fast food and a dairy store, with an emphasis on ice cream and milkshakes, while Runza has milkshakes and sundaes. 
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Freddy's is recognized for fresh, made-to-order steakburgers and creamy frozen custard, and provides a nostalgic, retro diner experience.
  • Sonic Drive-In: Sonic Drive-In features a classic drive-in dining experience with drinks and fast-food items, known for happy hour deals that provide discounts on drinks and slushies in the afternoon and evening.
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