How Much Is a Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake at Carl's Jr.?

Updated September 26, 2026 National average price Full Carl's Jr. menu

$5.49

A Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake costs $5.49 at Carl's Jr. in 2026.

Made with real ice cream; chocolate, vanilla, strawberry or Oreo.

How the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake Compares on the Carl's Jr. Menu

Of the 4 items in Carl's Jr.'s Drinks & Desserts section, the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake is the most expensive. Prices there run from $1.49 (Chocolate Chip Cookie) to $5.49 (Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake). That is right on the typical Carl's Jr. menu price of $5.49.

Cheaper picks in the same section

Iced Coffee — $2.99 ($2.50 less)
Chocolate Chip Cookie — $1.49 ($4.00 less)

Carl's Jr. Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake price: $5.49 (2026) — Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake price at Carl's Jr., 2026.

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Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake vs Similar Items at Other Chains

The closest match to the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake on each menu we track — same kind of item and the same size, priced side by side. 1 of 1 cost less than at Carl's Jr.:

Restaurant	Price	Difference
Hardee'sHand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake	$5.29	$0.20 cheaper
Carl's Jr.Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake	$5.49

Whole menus side by side: Carl's Jr. vs Hardee's

How to Pay Less at Carl's Jr.

The $6 Big Carl and Famous Star combos that rotate through the app cost about $4 less than ordering the same meal at menu prices.
My Rewards points on the Carl's Jr. app turn into free items, and new members get a free burger with their first purchase.
The Spicy Chicken Sandwich at about $2.99 is the cheapest filling item on the menu.

About these prices: menu prices are set by individual franchise owners and change without notice. The figures on this page are researched estimates for 2026 and are provided for reference only. Confirm the current price with the restaurant before ordering. Menu Price Book is not affiliated with this chain.

Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake Price — FAQ

How much is a Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake at Carl's Jr.?

A Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake costs $5.49 at Carl's Jr. in 2026. That is the national average menu price, last checked September 26, 2026. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.

Is the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake cheaper at other chains?

Yes — Hardee's (Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake, $5.29) sells a comparable item for less than the $5.49 Carl's Jr. charges.

What is cheaper than the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake at Carl's Jr.?

In the same section of the menu: Iced Coffee ($2.99) and Chocolate Chip Cookie ($1.49).

Why does the Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake cost more at my Carl's Jr.?

Most Carl's Jr. restaurants are run by franchisees who set their own prices, so the same item can differ by a dollar or more between neighbouring towns, and airport, stadium and highway locations charge the most. App and loyalty offers are usually cheaper than the menu board.