- Curved-back fry scoops, flat-bottom standing cups, dip-pocket cones, and vented fold-top delivery cartons.
- Order from 1,000 units with 10 to 14 business day production, plus 4 to 5 business day rush when needed.
- High-back scoop walls and pre-glued pop-open bottoms let fry station cooks portion orders in one motion.
- Free custom dielines, artwork setup, digital proof, 3D mockup before payment, and free shipping to all 50 states.
Custom French Fry Boxes
Custom french fry boxes, open-top scoops, standing fry cups, cones, and vented delivery cartons printed with your logo for 3 oz kids portions up to 14 oz loaded fry platters. Minimums start at 1,000 boxes in 10 to 14 business days (rush in 4 to 5), with free design help, no die fees, and free 50-state shipping. Food-safe materials are available on request.
What are custom french fry boxes?
Custom french fry boxes are die-cut paperboard, unbleached kraft, or micro-corrugated scoops, standing cups, cones, and fold-top cartons shaped to portion hot fried sides directly from the fry dump station while keeping salt and cooking oil off customers' hands. Because fresh-cut potatoes lose their crunch within minutes if steam is trapped inside a sealed bag, fry packaging relies on open-top chimney airflow or wide upper lid vents paired with stiff, grease-resistant walls that do not wilt at 180 degrees Fahrenheit. We manufacture curved-bottom pinch scoops for high-speed drive-thru scooping, flat-bottom standing fry cups that sit upright on dine-in trays, walking fry cones with fold-out ketchup pockets, and wide open boats for cheese fries and poutine. At CubitPack, custom french fry boxes start at 1,000 units and ship in 10 to 14 business days (4 to 5 with rush), with free design help, zero die charges, free 50-state shipping, and food-safe barriers on request.
French fry boxes facts
- Minimum
- 1,000 boxes
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 business days, quoted
- Materials
- Stiff white paperboard, unbleached kraft, E-flute corrugated, recycled
- Printing
- Full-color CMYK, Pantone spot ink, inside collar print, white ink on kraft
- Finishes
- Matte, gloss, soft-touch, foil stamping, embossing, spot UV
- Fry features
- High-back scoop lip, flat standing base, fold-out sauce pocket, steam vents
- Food contact
- Food-safe materials on request
- Shipping
- Free across all 50 US states
Which french fry box style matches your fry station and service model?
| Fry holder style | Best fry or side item | Bottom structure | Top opening | Best service channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved-bottom fry scoop | Shoestring, crinkle-cut, and fast-food fries | Arched pinch base pops open in one squeeze | Low front lip + tall curved back scoop wall | High-speed drive-thru & takeout bags |
| Flat-bottom standing fry cup | Steak fries, waffle fries, onion rings, tots | Flat auto-lock floor stands upright on counters | Wide flared mouth with high back billboard | Dine-in trays, counter pickup, stadium seats |
| Fold-top vented delivery carton | Delivery fries, sweet potato fries, wedges | Flat square or rectangular lock base | Fold-over top flaps with wide chimney vents | 20-minute third-party courier delivery |
| Walking cone + dip pocket | Belgian frites, boardwalk fries, churros | Pointed handheld cone | Angled wide mouth + fold-out sauce compartment | Food trucks, street fairs, festivals |
| Loaded fry & poutine boat | Cheese fries, poutine, chili-top or carne asada fries | Wide flat rectangular tray floor | Open tapered tray walls (fork-friendly) | Gastropubs, taprooms, late-night takeout |
| Auto cup-holder fry cup | Road-trip fries, pretzel bites, chicken nuggets | 2.65 in round or octagonal base fits car consoles | Flared wide top rim for one-handed snacking | Drive-thru & highway travel plazas |
Not sure which style fits?
Request a Quote →What size french fry box fits small, medium, large, and loaded portions?
Fry scoops and standing cups are measured by Top Width × Side Depth × Back Wall Height in inches. Because fry density varies widely between thin shoestrings and thick waffle fries, match your dimensions to your target cooked portion weight in ounces. Whether you are comparing printed french fry scoops with logo, custom fry holders and cups, takeout french fry cartons with vents, french fry cones with sauce pocket or loaded fry and poutine boats, we size the template to your exact container.
| Inside size (in) | Typically fits | Popular style |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75 × 1.75 × 4.25 in | Small / kids fry portion (2.5 to 3 oz cooked shoestring or crinkle fries) | Curved-bottom pinch scoop |
| 4.5 × 2.0 × 4.75 in | Medium standard combo side (4 to 4.5 oz fries or tater tots) | Curved scoop or flat-bottom cup |
| 5.0 × 2.35 × 5.5 in | Large / shareable fry order (6 to 7 oz steak fries, waffle fries, or onion rings) | Flat-bottom standing fry box |
| 4.5 × 2.5 × 5.25 in | Medium/large delivery portion (5 to 6 oz) kept upright inside courier bags | Fold-top vented delivery fry carton |
| 5.5 × 5.5 × 7.5 in | Boardwalk cone portion (6 to 8 oz Belgian frites) + 1.5 oz dip pocket | Handheld cone with fold-out sauce pocket |
| 7.0 × 4.5 × 2.0 in | Loaded cheese fries, poutine, or carne asada fries (10 to 14 oz total weight) | Open-top kraft or E-flute fry boat |
Suggested inside size: 3.75 × 1.75 × 4.25 in
A starting point. Your account manager confirms the size with you before the proof.
Quote this size →Know your product's size? Work out the inside box size with our free box size calculator.
Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose french fry boxes?
- Weigh your cooked fry portion firstFour ounces of bulky waffle fries or onion rings need 25% more volume than four ounces of thin shoestrings.
- Pick curved-base for bagging, flat-base for traysCurved pinch scoops load fastest into paper bags; flat-bottom cups stand upright on dine-in counters.
- Use fold-top vented cartons for delivery appsFolding top flaps keep fries from spilling inside courier bags while large chimney slots release steam.
- Add a built-in dip pocket for street foodA fold-out corner pocket holds a squeeze of ketchup or a 1.5 oz sauce cup for one-handed walking.
- Print inside the high back scoop wallThe upper back panel stays visible above the fries, making it a prime spot for your logo or tagline.
- Verify portion fit on your 3D mockupCheck front-lip dip depth, back-wall height, and artwork wrap on a free digital proof before payment.
What are french fry boxes made of?
Which finishes can french fry boxes have?
Which add-ons can I get?
French fry boxes specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Board stocks | Stiff virgin white paperboard, unbleached kraft board, E-flute corrugated, recycled board |
| Board caliper | Sized for one-handed scoop rigidity under hot fryer oil |
| Food-contact & oil barrier | Food-safe materials and grease-resistant interior coatings on request via certified partner facilities |
| Printing | Full-color CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot matching, inside back-wall printing, white ink on kraft |
| Delivery & dip features | Pre-glued pinch or auto-lock bases, fold-over vented delivery lids, fold-out corner sauce pockets |
| Minimum order | From 1,000 units; delivered within ±5% quantity tolerance |
| Proofing | Free digital dieline proof and 3D mockup before payment; paid physical sample credited to order |
| Turnaround | 10–14 business days standard; 4–5 business days rush quoted on request |
| Shipping | Free shipping to all 50 US states; ships flat-folded in compact master cases |
Ready to quote your french fry boxes? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →What hot sides and snacks go into custom french fry boxes?
A fry holder does far more than portion shoestring potatoes. Because the high-back scoop wall and flared mouth show off golden fried food at eye level, fast-casual kitchens use the same die-cut family across their entire hot side and dessert menu.
French fry boxes design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common custom french fry box mistakes?
Limp delivery fries and over-portioned food costs usually trace back to one of these five fry carton errors. When specifying french fry boxes with logo, branded french fry boxes, wholesale french fry boxes, bulk custom french fry boxes and personalized french fry boxes, avoid these common production mistakes
- Sending open-top curved fry scoops in third-party courier bags where half the fries dump loose onto the bottom of the sack.
- Sealing hot fries inside an unvented closed box, which traps fryer steam and turns crispy fries soggy in five minutes.
- Using narrow 1.75-inch shoestring scoops for bulky waffle fries or onion rings that wedge across the opening.
- Ordering oversized cups that tempt fry cooks to scoop 6 ounces of potatoes for a 4-ounce menu price.
- Forgetting to request food-safe oil-resistant board when hot salted fries touch the inside of the carton directly.
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Generated a concept in Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude or Midjourney? Send us your AI image: we rebuild every element onto your box dieline and show you a 3D mockup before you pay, free.Custom vs stock french fry boxes: which is better?
| Stock (plain) | Custom from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Portion control | Generic oversized cups that cause cooks to over-portion by 1 to 2 oz per order | Exact width and depth engineered to look full at your target 3, 4.5, or 6 oz portion |
| Tabletop stability | Flimsy paper pouches that tip over on dine-in trays and dump fries in the bag | Choice of flat standing auto-lock base or fold-top vented delivery flaps |
| Brand visibility | Plain white or generic red check paper with zero restaurant identity | Full exterior wrap plus inside high-back scoop printing visible behind the fries |
| Minimum order | Unprinted cash-and-carry sleeves | From 1,000 custom printed french fry boxes |
| Design & tooling | Fixed shapes only | Free custom scoop dieline, zero die fees, digital proof, and 3D mockup |
Get custom french fry boxes sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are french fry boxes safe and sustainable?
Food-safe materials on request
Because hot salted fries go straight from the fryer dump pan into the scoop without an inner wrapper, we produce your fry boxes on request in a certified partner facility using food-safe boards and oil-resistant barriers.Hot oil & salt holdout
Optional interior grease-barrier coatings prevent 350-degree cooking oil, truffle oil, or melted cheese from soaking through the walls and weakening the bottom seam.Unbleached kraft & FSC paperboard
Choose virgin unbleached kraft or FSC-certified paperboard on request for plastic-free side packaging.How do I order custom french fry boxes?
Tell us what you need
Size, quantities or AI conceptCompare volume pricing
Dedicated account managerApprove your proof
Digital proof + 3D mockupMade and shipped
Free to all 50 statesWhat drives the price of custom french fry boxes?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Scoop vs closed carton
An open-top curved pinch scoop uses less board sheet area than a tall fold-top delivery fry cartonPortion size
Small 3 oz kids scoops fit more pieces per press sheet than large 7 oz cups or loaded fry boatsOrder quantity
Ordering 2,500, 5,000, or 10,000 fry boxes drops the unit price sharply compared with 1,000 unitsGrease barrier & inside print
Adding an interior oil-resistant barrier or printing inside the upper scoop lip adds one press passBecause french fry scoops nest flat and take up very little storage space under the fry station, ordering your Small, Medium, and Large sizes together in one combined wave unlocks lower unit costs while keeping your Pantone colors identical across the trio. Your first order is 10% off, and we beat written quotes from US competitors for the same specs. Buyers ordering custom size french fry boxes or curved-bottom pinch scoop french fry boxes can compare up to three quantities in one quote.
10% off your first order.
Request a Quote →What do I need to send for a quote?
- The product and how many you need
- The inside size, or what goes in it
- A style, or ask us to suggest one
- Your logo or artwork (an AI image is fine)
- Pantone codes, if you have them
- Delivery ZIP code and the date you need it
Can I see a sample first?
Sample kit
Board and finish swatches, sample boxes, labels and bags. Credited to your first order.Digital proof + 3D mockup
See it before you payPrinted sample
Of your own designHow does shipping work?
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- Worldwide with DDP prices: duties and taxes included
- Blind and split shipping
- Damaged in transit? We reprint the damaged units free
Why brands choose CubitPack
Dedicated specialist
One account manager from quote to deliveryPantone guaranteed
Clearly off? We reprintReprint or refund
If we get it wrong, you chooseBBB accredited
A US business you can checkFrench fry boxes questions
What are the standard sizes for small, medium, and large french fry boxes?
A Small (2.5 to 3 oz) fry scoop typically measures 3.75 × 1.75 × 4.25 inches. A Medium (4 to 4.5 oz) fry box typically measures 4.5 × 2.0 × 4.75 inches. A Large (6 to 7 oz) standing fry cup typically measures 5.0 × 2.35 × 5.5 inches. We cut any custom size to match your exact portion weight.
Should I choose a curved-bottom fry scoop or a flat-bottom standing fry box?
Choose a curved-bottom pinch scoop if speed at the fry dump station and sliding orders into takeout bags are your top priorities. Choose a flat-bottom standing fry box if customers eat off dine-in trays, sit at picnic tables, or set their fry cup on a car console or desk.
How do you keep french fries crispy and inside the box during courier delivery?
Open-top scoops often spill sideways inside delivery bags, while sealed boxes steam fries limp. Ask for our fold-top vented delivery fry carton: two top flaps fold over and lock to keep every fry inside the carton, while wide die-cut chimney slots let hot steam escape continuously.
Can you make french fry cones or scoops with a built-in ketchup pocket?
Yes. With zero die charges, we can score a fold-out triangular dip pocket right into the front or corner of a walking fry cone or standing cup for squeezed sauce, or die-cut a side ring that holds a standard 1.5 oz or 2 oz plastic or paper sauce cup.
Are your custom french fry boxes food-safe and oil-resistant?
Food-safe boards and grease-resistant interior barriers are available on request through our certified partner facilities. Because hot salted fries touch the inside of the scoop directly, tell us on your quote so we configure the right food-contact board.
Why does fry cut (shoestring vs waffle vs steak) change the box size I need?
Waffle fries, crinkle cuts, tater tots, and onion rings trap much more air between pieces than thin shoestring fries. Four ounces of waffle fries requires a wider side depth (at least 2.25 to 2.5 inches) so pieces do not wedge across the throat of the scoop.
Can you print inside the top back lip of a french fry scoop?
Yes. The curved back wall of a fry scoop rises 1.5 to 2 inches higher than the front lip and frames the golden fries in every customer photo. Printing a logo, mascot, or hashtag on that inside back collar makes your brand visible from the front.
Do custom french fry boxes ship flat or pre-glued?
They ship pre-glued along the side seam and folded completely flat in compact master cartons. On the fry line, a cook simply squeezes the two side edges (on a curved scoop) or pushes the auto-lock floor open (on a standing cup) and scoops immediately.
What is the minimum order quantity and turnaround time for custom french fry boxes?
The minimum order is 1,000 boxes. Standard production takes 10 to 14 business days after you approve your digital proof and pay, with 4 to 5 business day rush available. Shipping across all 50 US states is free.
Can I see a digital proof and 3D mockup before paying for my fry boxes?
Yes. Every order includes free structural dieline setup, artwork help, a flat digital proof, and an interactive 3D mockup before you pay. You can also order our $50 sample kit (credited toward your order) or a paid custom printed prototype.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →French fry boxes terms, explained
- Pinch-bottom scoop
- A pre-glued fry pouch with an arched bottom score that pops open when squeezed at the sides
- Flat-bottom fry cup
- A tapered fry carton with a rectangular fold-lock base that stands upright on trays and tables
- High-back scoop wall
- The extended rear panel of a fry holder that acts as a shovel at the fry dump and a backdrop for branding
- Integral dip pocket
- A fold-out corner gusset built into a fry cone or cup to hold ketchup, mayo, or a sauce cup
- Chimney lid vent
- Wide top cutouts on a fold-over delivery fry carton that let hot vapor rise out so fries stay crisp
- Fry bridging
- When wide waffle fries or onion rings jam across a narrow scoop throat and leave the bottom empty
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Get your french fry boxes price
One dedicated account manager prepares pricing across up to 3 quantities.
- Free design & AI-to-print studio + 3D mockup
- No die or plate charges · 4–5 day rush available
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 10% off your first order
- Reprint or refund if we get it wrong
Every CubitPack minimum order quantity, production turnaround, board option, finish, and food-safe partner facility detail on this page comes from our approved project decisions and was verified by a packaging specialist. Portion weights and scoop dimensions reflect standard US QSR fry station benchmarks confirmed on your custom dieline and 3D mockup before payment. Spot an error? Let us know and we will fix it. Tell us if something looks wrong.
Sources
- CubitPack minimums (1,000 boxes), turnaround (10-14 business days, rush 4-5), food-safe materials on request via certified partner facilities, free design help, no die/plate fees, free 50-state shipping
- Direct hot-oil food contact and grease-resistant board barrier requirements
- TAPPI paperboard caliper, stiffness, and grease/moisture barrier testing methods
What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.