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Custom Burger Boxes with Logo Print

Custom burger boxes for restaurants, smash-burger concepts, ghost kitchens, and delivery brands. Food-contact board with grease and moisture barriers, steam venting that keeps buns from going soggy, and full-color logo print in clamshell, tuck-top, and window styles.

custom burger boxes printed with brand logo

Technical Specifications for Custom Burger Boxes

Board
18pt–24pt food-grade SBS/CCNB or E-flute corrugated
Barriers
Grease-resistant and moisture-barrier coatings; PFAS-free options
Venting
Die-cut vent holes or slots tuned to burger size
Common sizes
4×4×3", 5×5×3", 6×6×3", 7×7×3.5" plus custom dielines
Turnaround
8–12 business days standard

Materials

  • Food-grade SBS paperboard
  • Kraft paperboard
  • E-flute food-grade corrugated
  • Grease-resistant coated board
  • Recycled and compostable-friendly board

Print & Finishing

  • Food-safe CMYK
  • Pantone spot color
  • Digital full-color
  • One- and two-color flexo
  • Interior lid print
  • Matte & gloss laminate
  • Soy-based inks

Available Styles

  • Clamshell (hinged lid)
  • Tuck-Top Carton
  • Kraft Corrugated Clamshell
  • Window Burger Box
  • Double / Stacked Burger Box
  • Slider & Mini Burger Box
  • Combo Meal Box

Custom Burger Boxes for Restaurants and Delivery Brands

A burger box has to do two jobs at once: keep a hot, greasy, steam-producing sandwich intact for 20–30 minutes, and carry your brand to the customer’s door. Generic clamshells do the first job adequately and the second not at all. Custom burger boxes are printed food-grade packs built around your actual build height, sauce profile, and delivery radius.
Delivery changed what burger packaging has to survive. A dine-in basket liner never had to hold up in a stacked insulated bag on a 25-minute drive. Today the box is holding steam in, oil out, and structure through a courier handoff — and it is the only physical brand asset most delivery customers ever touch, because the bag goes straight in the trash.

What operators get from custom burger packaging:

  • Brand presence — Logo, colors, and social handles arrive intact on every order, including third-party delivery where the app owns the customer relationship
  • Better food quality on arrival — Correct venting and headroom prevent the soggy-bun complaint that drives most burger delivery refunds
  • Grease control — Barrier-coated board keeps oil off the bag, the courier, and the customer’s hands
  • Direct-order conversion — QR codes on the lid move aggregator customers to your own ordering channel
  • Pack-station speed — One-motion clamshell closure beats wrapping paper when the line is 12 tickets deep
Kitchens running a wider menu usually spec burger boxes alongside food packaging for sides and pizza boxes where the same brand runs multiple concepts out of one kitchen.

Burger Box Styles

Style choice is mostly a trade-off between assembly speed, print area, and how tall your burger is. Clamshells win on speed; tuck-top cartons win on print surface and stack strength; corrugated wins on insulation and crush resistance for longer deliveries.
StyleBest forTrade-off
Clamshell (hinged lid)High-volume counters and deliveryFastest close; lid print area limited by the hinge fold
Tuck-top cartonBrand-forward fast casualLargest uninterrupted print panel; one extra fold per pack
Kraft corrugated clamshellLong delivery radius, loaded buildsBest insulation and crush strength; higher board cost
Window burger boxGrab-and-go retail and food hallsProduct visibility; window film complicates recyclability
Double / stacked boxDoubles, triples, and stacked buildsExtra height stops lid crush; costs more board per unit
Slider / mini boxSliders, kids meals, tasting flightsSmall footprint; often ordered as a second SKU
Combo meal boxBurger + fries in one packFewer items per bag; fries share the burger’s steam unless divided
Most single-location burger concepts run one clamshell SKU and add a slider or combo box only when the menu justifies a second dieline. Multi-brand ghost kitchens tend to do the opposite: one shared structure, different print per virtual brand, so the pack station holds fewer parts.
If you serve fries or wings in the same bag, keep them out of the burger box unless the dieline includes a divider — the fry steam is what turns the bun crown soft.

Burger Box Sizes and Dimensions

Measure the assembled burger at its tallest point, then add roughly half an inch of headroom. A box that touches the bun crown transfers every bump in the road to the top of the sandwich, and by the time it arrives the build is compressed and the cheese has fused to the lid.
Box size (L × W × H)FitsTypical use
4 × 4 × 3"Slider, 2–3 oz pattySliders, kids meals, catering trays
5 × 5 × 3"Standard single, 4–5 oz pattyMost common single-patty SKU
6 × 6 × 3"Double patty or loaded singleSmash-burger doubles, bacon builds
7 × 7 × 3.5"Triple, stacked, or oversized buildsSignature and limited-time items
8 × 6 × 3"Burger plus a small fry portionCombo boxes with a divider
Two dimensions matter more than the rest. Height controls whether the bun crown gets crushed; internal length and width control whether the burger slides and sheds toppings during transit. A burger that shifts an inch in the box arrives with lettuce on one side and the patty off-center — customers read that as a kitchen problem, not a packaging one.
Run your measurements through the box size calculator before quoting. If you are also planning courier bag or case-pack layouts, the box volume calculator converts your chosen footprint into cube per case.

Food-Contact Board, Grease Barriers, and Venting

Burger packaging fails in three predictable ways: grease strikethrough, steam condensation, and lid crush. Material and structure choices address each one directly.

Board and barrier options:

  • 18pt–24pt food-grade SBS — Smoothest print surface; standard for brand-forward fast casual
  • Kraft paperboard — Natural look, pairs well with soy inks and one- or two-color print
  • E-flute food-grade corrugated — Adds insulation and crush resistance for long delivery legs
  • Grease-resistant coatings — Slow oil migration through the board so the pack stays dry to the touch
  • Moisture-barrier coatings — Useful for sauce-heavy builds and humid climates
  • PFAS-free barriers — Required in a growing number of US states for food-contact paper; specify destination states on your quote
On venting: a burger releases steam for several minutes after it is boxed. Without an escape path, that steam condenses on the inside of the lid and drips back onto the bun. Die-cut vents on the lid and upper side walls solve it. Keep vents in the upper third of the box, away from grease pooling at the base, and out of solid print areas so the die cut does not interrupt a logo.
Compostable and recycled-content board is available on most burger formats. Be careful with claims: a box that is technically compostable is only composted where industrial facilities accept food-soiled paper, so the honest on-pack line is usually about recycled content and recyclability rather than a blanket compostable claim. Our sustainable packaging hub covers the wording that holds up.

Printing and Logo Placement on Burger Boxes

Design the lid first — it is the panel customers photograph and the only one visible when the box sits in a bag. Side panels carry secondary information; the base is grease contact and should stay simple.

Print options:

  • Digital CMYK — Best for launch runs and seasonal artwork; no plate cost
  • Flexo one- or two-color — Most economical at high weekly volume on kraft
  • Pantone spot color — Exact brand color across franchise locations
  • Interior lid print — Reheating notes, loyalty offers, or a direct-order QR code
  • Matte and gloss laminate — Scuff resistance; note it affects recyclability messaging
  • Soy-based inks — Standard pairing with kraft and uncoated board
Keep high-contrast logo zones clear of vent cuts and fold lines. Sauce and allergen panels belong on a side wall where staff can read them at the pack station without opening the box. If you run limited-time items, keep the base dieline fixed and vary only the print — new artwork on an existing die is far cheaper than a new structure.
Brands that reprint seasonally often pair a neutral printed box with custom stickers and labels for the limited-run element, which keeps board inventory usable across campaigns.

Delivery, Stacking, and Third-Party Apps

Delivery is the hardest test a burger box faces, and most packaging complaints trace back to stacking rather than the box itself. Couriers stack orders in insulated bags, so your lid is carrying the weight of whatever sits on top of it.
Three structural details matter for delivery programs. Flat, uninterrupted lids stack better than domed ones. Corner strength comes from the fold pattern, so corrugated clamshells outperform thin folding board when bags are loaded deep. And a positive-close tab — one that clicks rather than just tucks — keeps the box shut when a bag tips on a car seat.
For aggregator-heavy operations, the box is also a customer-acquisition tool. A QR code on the lid pointing to your own ordering page is the cheapest way to convert an app customer into a direct one, and it costs nothing extra to print. Some operators also print a short reheat or "eat within 15 minutes" line, which measurably reduces complaints about food that sat too long on the customer’s counter.
Multi-brand kitchens should confirm that all virtual brands share one box footprint before ordering. A single structure with per-brand print keeps the pack station simple and consolidates volume into a better price tier.

Wholesale Burger Box Ordering and Pricing

Burger boxes are a consumable, so the ordering question is really about reorder cadence, not one-time cost. A location doing 150 burgers a day burns through 4,500 boxes a month — which usually means quarterly orders at a volume tier that makes per-unit cost reasonable.

Program structure:

  • MOQ — 250 units for digital print, suitable for a pop-up or artwork test
  • Volume tiers — Meaningful per-unit breaks at 1,000 and 5,000 units
  • Production — 8–12 day standard turnaround; 3–5 day rush available
  • Reorders — Approved dielines and plates stay on file, so repeats skip setup
  • Split shipping — Deliver to individual stores or a commissary hub
When you request a burger box quote, send weekly burger count, your tallest build height, and whether you need a PFAS-free barrier. Those three inputs determine board grade, dieline, and price tier more than anything else on the form.
Order samples ($25, credited toward your first order) before a full run if you are changing board grade or testing a new build height. Grease performance is difficult to judge from a spec sheet.

Start Your Custom Burger Box Order

Ready to replace generic clamshells with packaging that carries your brand? Request a free quote with your build height, weekly volume, and print requirements. A specialist responds within two hours with board recommendations and per-unit pricing at your tier.
If you are still working out sizing, start with the burger box packaging guide — it walks through dimensions, venting, grease barriers, and the food-contact material rules that apply to takeout paper.

Common Uses for Custom Burger Boxes

Businesses order custom burger boxes for the applications below.

Burger restaurants and smash-burger concepts

Ghost kitchens and delivery-only brands

Food trucks and stadium concessions

Fast-casual chains and franchises

Catering and combo meal programs

Sliders, mini burgers, and event service

Burger Boxes Pricing & Order Quantities

250-999 units

Launch tier for single locations and pop-ups

1,000-4,999 units

Volume discount tier for busy kitchens

5,000+ units

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Exact pricing depends on dimensions, material, print, and quantity. Request a free quote for a precise per-unit price.

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FAQ

Burger Boxes Questions

Are custom burger boxes grease-resistant?

Yes. We spec food-grade board with grease-resistant and moisture-barrier coatings so oils from the patty and sauces do not soak through during a 20–30 minute delivery. PFAS-free barrier options are available where state rules require them — tell us your destination states on the quote.

Do burger boxes vent steam so buns stay crisp?

Yes. Die-cut vent holes or slots let steam escape instead of condensing on the bun crown. We place vents on the lid and upper side walls, away from grease contact zones, and size them to the burger footprint so print areas stay clean.

What sizes do custom burger boxes come in?

Common footprints are 4×4×3" for sliders, 5×5×3" for a standard single, 6×6×3" for a double, and 7×7×3.5" for stacked or loaded builds. Measure your assembled burger at its tallest point and add roughly half an inch of headroom — we build the dieline from that.

Can burger boxes be printed with our logo?

Yes. Full-color CMYK, Pantone spot colors, and interior lid print are all available with food-safe inks. Lid graphics, QR codes for reviews or loyalty, and sauce or allergen panels on the side walls are the most common layouts.

What is the minimum order for custom burger boxes?

Burger boxes start at 250 units for digital print, which suits a single location or a pop-up testing artwork. Per-unit cost drops meaningfully at 1,000 and again at 5,000 units, so most busy kitchens order quarterly. Production runs 8–12 business days standard after proof approval.

What is the best material for burger boxes?

Food-grade SBS or kraft paperboard with a grease-resistant coating handles most single-patty programs. Switch to E-flute food-grade corrugated when deliveries run long, builds are heavy, or bags are stacked deep — it adds insulation and crush resistance for a modest cost increase.

Are your burger boxes PFAS-free?

PFAS-free grease barriers are available and are what we recommend by default, since a growing number of US states restrict intentionally added PFAS in food-contact paper. Tell us which states you operate in and we will spec a barrier that complies.

How do I stop burger buns from getting soggy in delivery?

Vent the box and give the burger headroom. Steam that cannot escape condenses on the lid and drips onto the bun crown. Die-cut vents in the upper third of the box plus about half an inch of clearance above the build solve most of it. Keeping fries in a separate container matters too — fry steam is a bigger contributor than the burger itself.

Can I get burger boxes with a window?

Yes. Window burger boxes suit grab-and-go retail and food halls where the product sells itself visually. Note that the window film complicates curbside recyclability, so brands with sustainability commitments usually keep windows to retail SKUs and run plain board for delivery.

Do you make combo boxes for a burger and fries together?

Yes. Combo meal boxes typically run 8 × 6 × 3" with an internal divider so fry steam does not reach the bun. They reduce the number of items per bag, which couriers appreciate, but they cost more per unit than separate containers.

How long does burger box production take?

Standard production takes 8–12 business days after proof approval after digital proof approval. Rush production of 3–5 business days is available when quoted. Reorders of an approved design move faster because the dieline is already on file.

Can ghost kitchens run different brands on the same burger box?

Yes, and it is usually the right call. Keep one structure and vary only the print per virtual brand. The pack station holds fewer parts, and consolidating volume across brands moves the whole order into a better price tier.

Are custom burger boxes recyclable?

Uncoated and lightly coated paperboard burger boxes are recyclable where local programs accept food-soiled paper, though heavy grease saturation and window film both work against that. If recyclability is part of your brand messaging, keep finishes simple and check what your main markets actually accept.

Can I get a physical sample before a full burger box order?

Yes. Physical samples are $25, credited toward your first full order, and ship within 5–10 business days. Digital proofs are always free before production.

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