We Finally Know Why Steak 'N Shake Is So Cheap

[@MashedFood]

What do you like to order at Steak 'N Shake?

[@christophercarey3232]

I'm from that part of Illinois. I was raised in El Paso, 14 miles north of Normal. Steak 'N Shake is my nostalgia.

[@jarednovel]

Everything they are offering seems delicious but just how do they manage to stay profitable with the low prices considering the current rates of inflation

[@Epic_wonders]

there is no locations in little rock but when u used to go I got the 777

[@christophercarey3232]

@@Epic_wonders There is one location in Conway, I'm not sure exactly if the Greenbrier location is still there because my brother said it's going to be turned into something else.

[@generalzod7959]

Well, if you don't eat burgers, there's almost nothing for you. Thus, they are irrelevant to me and most folks.

[@markw4263]

Steak and Shake is one of the few (chain) restaurants I seek out specifically for the food. The burgers are great (and inexpensive!)

[@davidb8373]

What chain restaurants do you seek out for the atmosphere?

[@AA-zv6yo]

Yeah but the burgers are so tiny, small fries, etc I can't get filled up

[@AA-zv6yo]

@@davidb8373 longhorn grill, cheddars, Texas road house

[@sonyafox3271]

I love Steak N’ Shake and, I grew upon Steak N’ Shake. I love the milk shakes and bean crocks/ baked beans, I think these 2 are big hit next to their burgers but, over 3 yrs ago during a recession they changed where they were using cheaper produce that tasted awful. I haven’t been back since. They also changed our local Steak N’ Shake and, I have heard that people have had one problem after another with it. And, said by the time you order and get your food and get to a table they said, the food ends up getting cold. And, they can no longer reheat your food.

[@davidb8373]

@@sonyafox3271 that’s the story with all chain restaurants. Panera Bread is the worst. It was always reheated, frozen garbage with clever marketing that used meaningless terms like “clean” and “antibiotic and hormone free” ( by law, all poultry served must be free from antibiotics and hormones), but now even the lettuce and produce is weeks old. They also “accidentally” leave out half the the ingredients, especially on take out orders. This is not just one restaurant. This is all 5 Paneras within half an hour of my house. It must be corporate policy.

[@lukecat3825]

I had been a loyal Steak and Shake customer for 30 years. Always good and fast with a great selection. Now they have incompetent staff, slow service and then they decide to eliminate half their selection. The chicken strips were exceptional. Their melts were good. My GF and I ate there often because we both found things we liked. Now it’s a burger or nothing. We don’t go often and don’t spend as much. The current owners will likely end up destroying another iconic company by letting the wrong people make the decisions.

[@Cel3381]

If you haven’t tried the garlic butter burger you’re missing out. Make sure you get the cheap one though, that’s the good one.

[@tk-zb6br]

That's my go to burger too

[@JodieWithanIEOfficial]

I love that garlic butter steakburger!

[@willblake72]

GM doesn't even make 20 an hour? LOL there isn't a labor shortage, there's an excess of greed. Well done Mashed for laying that out there.

[@JodieWithanIEOfficial]

Southern Illinois native here. Steak N Shake is so delicious! My husband and I usually get food from there at least once a month, maybe more if we’re feeling a particular craving. The Garlic Butter steakburger is one of the most delicious burgers I’ve ever had. Pair that with one of their signature milk shakes and you are in for a good time.

[@jorgeestrada8541]

Moved to northern Illinois from Los Angeles it sucks here… but Steak ‘n Shake and Culver’s 🔥

[@surgeyibrahimovic5013]

@@jorgeestrada8541 if it sucks why do you live there?

[@jorgeestrada8541]

@@surgeyibrahimovic5013 my wife is from here in the fall we are going. Back to my state ca

[@surgeyibrahimovic5013]

@@jorgeestrada8541 that makes sense to why you’re there. Good luck goin back to Cali I know there’s hella good places to eat out there

[@LarryAnderson-jx7xv]

Steak'N Shake is among my fondest boyhood memories. My sister and I ate there every Thursday evening because our Mom worked late. There was one, a quarter of a mile from my junior high school. I ate there every time that I could afford it. Alas, I moved to Alaska. I dream about a Steak burger and Shake, but when I do get to one nowadays the atmosphere and food is slightly different. I am 78 and still lust for a burger from Steak'N Shake from when the Bell's owned it.

[@seansasser4085]

Bro I work here, why tf does KZbin recommend me this shit lmao

[@philipepling]

I like their burgers, but those shoestring French Fries are a complete waste of time and money. By the time they hit your table they are already stone cold since they don't have the mass necessary to retain any heat.

[@frybry01]

They're as bad as Mcd's fries.

[@MrMikelew2929]

Worst fries ever, no doubt.

[@X69XMACH1X]

I don’t mind them. Not as good as del tacos. Or McDonald’s. But the seasoning gives it enough of a twist to fight through the size of the fries.

[@ambarlee717]

I'm a cook there and I agree 100%

[@geensjc]

Visited Vegas from Australia and tried this for the first time ever and was hooked! Absolutely delicious and cool spot especially after a few drinks.

[@isaacna2000ayahoocom]

Was a manager here for years, margins choked out the money for labor and the shitty managers (me) drove the place down even further. My gm was trafficking meth through the store I swear to god I’m not just saying that she was insane stole thousands in cash deposits

[@marcussuero3856]

Stop swearing to God and repent.

[@generalzod7959]

@@marcussuero3856 no time to repent, must destroy steak and shake!

[@billybob-ro6qf]

@@generalzod7959 what does it profit to gain the whole world & lose your soul? satan is here to steal, kill & destroy. all who follow after him & his ways shall be cast into HELL right alongside him

[@bretthibbs6083]

I love steak and shake I used to go there every week after church when I lived in missouri they had a restaurant in springfield missouri 2 minutes from the church I went to and it was packed every time I went

[@Sammydx1]

Two double cheeseburgers with a slice of extra cheese plain is my go to.

[@davidsavage4741]

As soon as I hear a Bot narrator i leave the sight.

[@jakehobbs]

Steak and shake cheap??!?! I just spent $17 on a frisco meal and shake. CHEAP????!!!

[@michaelkaine9452]

They charged me 8 dollars for 3 small chicken fingers and fries

[@Taylor-ge5ex]

Them things is $7 now

[@kuehnel16]

Still no waiters

[@BelindaWoodson-uc5is]

#When your in Steak N shake drive threw line what radio station should your radio be on ?

[@MrRob1426]

NEVER eat at the location in Covington, LA. It will make you not like Steak N Shake. If the company cares about the brand they should shut this location down.

[@DocWolph]

I might check them out. You guys are good for helping me find new eateries to invade.

[@francisjaniewski5990]

The store in Michigan city, In. Was my go to burger place for years. I knew 2 of the night managers. I liked the seat by the flattop and made friends with the grill guy Terry. Then before covid bad labor forced them into frequent temporary closures. Then it lost the managers,then closed and a new owner now. Went thru terrible labor bad waits. I don't know if they are better I lost interest.

[@loudaddy2001]

Is this an infomercial? Steak & Shake is one of the most expensive fast food places there is

[@georgeburns6512]

Cheap? Jesus im broke

[@benvasilinda9729]

I always thought it was because they made money off of those who have to wait a long time in the drive thru lanes. It seems I’m always in the drive thru for 30 mins or more.

[@clydekimsey7503]

I just checked their menu in san Antonio. $6.50 for burger only

[@jerrybuchanan242]

They are nowhere as good as they used to be. It is now a work-a-ront. You bus your own table, no waitresses so get your own food. At least that is the way it is now, here in Washington Missouri. Thanks stupid Covid! They don’t even toast the hamburger buns anymore. Won’t be back!

[@generalzod7959]

The waitstaff was pointless. Don't be a lazy bum, get your food and save money. I hate tipping people!

[@justinstandifer604]

Covid ruined 24 hour Walmarts too, & the all day breakfast at McDonald’s.

[@pierre-rose7783]

I always knew that keeping things simple with great taste, would be an ideal way to run a restaurant ! I can't imagine having a complicated menu with way too many choices !

[@IrishBrotato]

Steak n shake has always been my fav restaurant

[@glenmelton768]

Went to Illinois Welieyan just 3 blocks north of the original Normal location. Was my go to eat out!

[@billybob-ro6qf]

I thought happy hour lasted until 5pm on weekdays. I went a couple days ago & was there at 4:30pm & had to pay full price. I'm almost certain I was there a couple weeks earlier after 4 & did get one at half price. Must have changed since the new year began. I also noticed they added a scanner for the soda machine. You have to scan your receipt now for the soda to come out. I ordered a $5 deal & honestly don't know if it came with a drink or not. I just settled for water. Sad the 24 meals for 4 bucks is a thing of the past. Now all they have is 4 meals for 5 bucks.

[@bethriehm5507]

We've had the happy hour from 2-4pm since February 2023

[@Karma-iz4ir]

Seasoned good but no salt. I need salt. Asked for some. They said they don't carry salt. 😕

[@waffles8664]

Bring your own salt

[@Karma-iz4ir]

@@waffles8664 I shouldn't have to. Most places carry salt.

[@waffles8664]

@@Karma-iz4ir Sounds like you might of voted for Biden LOL

[@Karma-iz4ir]

@@waffles8664 How does food turn political? They all lie.

[@robd1859]

They need to get rid of those baby tiny milkshake cups and get some actual large milkshakes like Sonic and Whataburger

[@michaelmoncus3609]

Steak’NShake=Best Fast Food Hamburger Hands Down!

[@1deep499]

Burger King better

[@codyblankenship7127]

Cajun Steak burger was the best with the Cajun sauce wish they’d bring it back permanently

[@MikesVegas]

Steak ‘n Shake used to offer a foot-long steak hot dog that was absolutely phenomenal and for some reason I can’t seem to find it on their menus anymore, I hope they didn’t get rid of it ! 🤔🌭

[@davidb8373]

I have my own foot-long that I carry around. In my pants

[@grognok]

@@davidb8373 lol,,,, bullshit

[@francisjaniewski5990]

Same problem at my Michigan City store and it was good there also.

[@KingOfPokemon123]

They did get rid of it, I work at steak n shake

[@francisjaniewski5990]

@@KingOfPokemon123 Thats too bad. I enjoyed the foot long chili dogs

[@mrthomas7511]

They had a cheesecake shake. It was absolutely phenomenal!!! I wish steak n shake could make a comeback and be super successful again

[@johnfennerty3710]

Need to get better fries how about getting steak fries like in the name

[@thomasaquinas2600]

Steak 'n Shake is about the best national burger chain drive-thru. Only slightly better is In N Out, which is limited to the West, and Whataburger, limited to the South. If you need a burger just like you want it, with grilled onions (for instance), you cannot get that from McD, BK, Carl's, etc.

[@notthegoatseguy]

SNS is honestly disgusting in its current stage. I haven't been in a store in years as the last several I did go into were all very dirty and understaffed. SNS should be competing with Five Guys and Freddy's for a premium fast burger tier. Instead they're scraping the bottom of the barrel and competing with McDonald's and Wendy's and losing.

[@generalzod7959]

Yep there used to be 3 in my town, now there's just one. The other 2 were filthy and nasty.

[@brianmoody2549]

Knowing who to run a company,to make it work for you and the workers,to put everything together to look to the future.

[@hobojon44]

self service was a dumb idea its not stake and shake any more

[@dathyr1]

Maybe Steak and Shake might be better than other fast food places, but they still sell too many of their sandwiches and drinks that are high in sugar content and wonder why there are so many that are overweight, diabetic or pre-diabetic now. I dont know how good of quality the hamburger is just by itself, but I would not eat them. Never been to a Steak and Shake, and dont plan to in the future.

[@X69XMACH1X]

😂

[@TomSnyder-gx5ru]

It's a fast food place for Christs sake - if you don't like high sugar content, DON'T EAT THERE - I bet you're a lot of fun at a party!

[@MrFightingBoredom]

LIARS! Burgers are $8-10 alone. The hot dog combo is $13. Where do you get off making false claims. Steak and shake is one of the more expensive fast food burgers…

[@davidb8373]

I got a combo in Reno for less than $8. Same with the one in Southern California. It sounds like you need to calm down and get a grip. Simmer down. They’re not lying, you’re just overreacting and got ripped off. They probably thought you looked like you have a low IQ and charged you double.

[@billyshafer3182]

I ate their one time. Never again. That was the worst I have ever had.

[@yellalot101]

Bring it back to the West Coast!!!!! I'd rather have Steak n Shake than In & Out!

[@chaossst6386]

Sadly 50% of the ones near me went outta business

[@generalzod7959]

Steak and shake might as well throw in the towel. There's almost nothing there besides burgers. The days of stand alone burger joints are long gone. Chic Fila does more business in an hour than steak and shake does all day!

[@abbyarnold4477]

12.00 HR which is very good for a no nothing wait staff.

[@Chris-gc3cm]

Last time I ate at Steak & Shake was probably 20 years ago. I swore them off because the burgers were squashed down to nothing. I could literally see through areas along the edge.

[@CelexiGOON]

That's why they call it a smash burger stupid

[@mikerone49]

Well, ya know the Suit at the top is getting his/her unfair share. And the employees are scraping by, thinking this was a life-long career move. (BTW, as soon as robots become cheaper, everyone will be talking into a speaker and getting their order off a rolling table.) The customers sure aren't getting more value for their money. My guess is the product. ( the "steakburgers, fries, desserts.) Look hard for a tattoo on your burger of what farm the horse came from.

[@sabrinamaria2707]

Went there yesterday. Was shocked when I pulled into the parking lot cuz it was noon but no one was there. When I went in, there were no waitresses. Just a machine that you use to place your order. Than you have to get your own drinks and get your food when it is ready. It was absolutely awful, and even the food was bad. Will never go back!

[@generalzod7959]

The wait staff was completely unnecessary anyways. They made it a ripoff. Steak and shake is a doomed company anyways.

[@waycool1969]

I still go to the one in Dekalb IL. Great burgers still.

[@rumpunch4603]

How about those cheese nuggets from Pizza Pros😎

[@parodysam]

Best fast food place, even if it wasn’t cheap

[@wdh47211]

SnS was so good back when I was younger.....The fries the shakes are the only thing good now. The burgers are horrid and the staff who work there are bottom of the list.....they don't care about nothing.....I know that's pretty much all fast food places but SnS is the worst. Stick with the shakes and the fries and you'll be ok.....

[@jayfitmob8645]

Absolute facts steak and shake used to be an awesome spot.

[@generalzod7959]

I've always hated their fries.

[@erich6860]

Because it is a 3 oz burger being sold to you for 6 bucks?

[@missamberana2550]

2oz patties

[@mortemicrorreactor8851]

Good morning everyone

[@lindabarling7719]

Good Day

[@antimuppet]

There's no more bottled pepper sauce, no more mustard relish, no citrus freezes and no bean crock. I miss the Steak & Shake I grew up on.

[@prestoncivils363]

I work there currently right now and my restaurant still has all those peppers usualy has to ask for though. (besides citrus freezes) ngl though crazy seeing a big old crock pot for beans is crazy.

[@antimuppet]

@@prestoncivils363 Well then my closest Steak & Shake is being cheap. I miss the orange freeze so bad!

[@jonas189]

Steak N Shake... decent food, atrocious service. I'm pretty sure every one in my area closed and it was probably due to the horrible service.

[@spakz72]

i work at Steak ‘n Shake and we Great fuc u mean🤣

[@jonas189]

@@spakz72 Yours may be great, but trust me, the ones near me all closed because their service was horrible. 35 minutes waiting and not even getting my drink while constantly being ignored by the server was common at the one by me. The service was so bad at one point the manager gave me everything for free because when he did his walk throguh of the dining room and asked me how the service was and I told him how bad it was he said he couldnt make me pay. I wish the ones near me weren't so bad, I really enjoyed the burgers and fries.

[@seanswinton6242]

Same here. In a final visit, I stopped there to grab a bite due to flight delay and it was horrible. The food was average at best. My burger was dry and tough, the service was slow and on top of that the server spilled my milkshake on my pants! What a way to fly.

[@jnmillionaire]

This is a lie don’t believe it I went to steak n shack last week there cheapest burger was $6.50

[@jnmillionaire]

And that was just the burger not a meal

[@francisjaniewski5990]

Nasty quarter pounder at McDonald's is $5.75 by itself by me.

[@billybob-ro6qf]

They used to have alot more choices on the milkshakes. I hate they went down to only a handful of choices.

[@austinhowells20]

Loved it I hope the price stay the same

[@gaming43965]

worst fries

[@apollowellstein188]

If only the service at every steak n' sheak I go to isn't horrible, I'd probably go to them more often. Instead, we have Freddy's picking up their slack.

[@disobedient4785]

It’s 10$ for a combo idk the mom and pop place down the street from me does 14$ for 2 bacon cheeseburgers 2 fries and 2 drinks so eh I wouldn’t say “cheap”.

[@ridgemckee97]

Cheap is not cheap our steak n shake still expensive.... But they are going down quickly worked there.... Trust me

[@alejandrocarrillo7616]

Cheap in what in the state of Georgia a combo cost around 9 to 11 dollars is expensive

[@Sammydx1]

Honestly. SS is almost cheaper than McDonald's now days

[@richspicer8321]

sad to miss chilly cheese fries no longer an option

[@krisfrederick5001]

Blood alcohol content has to be a factor in any Steak 'N Shake equation. "Nothing good happens passed 2am."

[@michaelkaine9452]

They charged me 8 dollars for 3 chicken tenders and fries wtf

[@brianfox862]

Steak and Shake was never cheap as far as I know

[@melchior7840]

Unfortunately, the location in Colorado Springs is permanently closed.

[@davidb8373]

Just one of the many reasons not to go to Colorado Springs

[@melchior7840]

@@davidb8373 yup. Don't go.

[@melona01]

wow steak n shake is incredible

[@Timmycoo]

Hmm I wonder why the salad menu disappeared from a restaurant titled "Steak and Shake".

[@X69XMACH1X]

No idea. Salads should be standard everywhere. I always got a salad. Then burger and fries. Then a shake. I was disappointed last trip to Vegas and no salads.

[@Timmycoo]

@@X69XMACH1X Really? I haven't been to LV in over 10 yrs but their salads were bomb at the buffets I went to. That totally sucks. Also, agree. A salad feels kinda like a palate cleanser after a fatty meal.

[@blacktowken1232]

I hope they make a come back

[@lawrencewheeler7837]

That failed big in Waterloo Iowa old steak and shake is now a Hardee's.

[@d.b.1176]

Cheap = low quality Inexpensive = low cost 😉

[@ahrimanmagic]

Steak ‘n Shake and in and out only places I will go out of my way for

[@naifsaad6141]

We used to have steak and shake in Saudi Arabia but it wasn’t cheap the single patty burger alone costs 10$ without fries and coke but it was a delicious burger

[@louisbuzzi869]

10$ or 10 riyals? 10 riyals is $2.66

[@naifsaad6141]

@@louisbuzzi869 10$ which is 37.50 riyals

[@usipussi6647]

Steak and shake is not cheap, it cost 8 dollars for a western bbq steak burger!

[@Marketsolo]

I love their shakes!!

[@smithsmithington]

goodness gracious the audio makes these 'S' sounds as loud as cutting glass.

[@kidgamerkjg5769]

Yeah Steak and Shake is great I highly recommend that others try it

[@Minerva7]

The Steak 'n Shakes in the Midwest are pretty good. DO NOT eat at one in Texas. They ALL suck.

[@davidmcright232]

Steak 'N Shake in Franklin, TN has terrible service. Not a good place to go.

[@williamcarter1993]

i like their cheap bacon cheeseburgers with caramelized onions and garlic butter

[@thatfire1113]

In my opinion, Steak 'n Shake, is absolutely Disgusting

[@generalzod7959]

Most of the places are beyond filthy! 🤮

[@thatfire1113]

@@generalzod7959 Agreed 👍 💯

[@unknown.1043]

@@generalzod7959 no wonder they’re cheap

[@Mariofans-gn1lu]

there is not steak n shake in the southwest they call it freddy's

[@blazinbuc99]

Steak n shake is my shiiiittt I love it

[@aurathedraak7909]

Service sounds awful.

[@Karma-iz4ir]

It's moreso the salt free seasoning.

[@lovedfriend2020]

Well that self service SUCKS because you can order from your car THEN you have to get out of your car to get it youself! WHY the hell have that option when you want to spend the last FEW days before to gets FREAKEN HOT OUT?

[@roachqueen1973]

You cannot beat their shakes. ESP seasonal ones.

[@JamesDavis-jw6nj]

Living Room, more/other?

[@MikesVegas]

I like Steak ‘n Shake’s hotdogs and chicken fingers but never been a big fan of the burgers, very greasy! The fries are decent, but not a big fan of the shakes either ! 😎

[@MrMikelew2929]

Their fries are the absolute worst. Never got a hotdog from there lol. U must eat off the kids menu🤣

[@mariecollins4063]

Please Tell Us What's In McDonald's Burger's and Burger King, What Part Of The Cow Do They Use???😅😅😅

[@Zoetropeification]

Tell us what's in the chicken nuggets at those places too. 🤣

[@davidb8373]

@@Zoetropeification the chicken nuggets used to have pork. they still might use pork… it was in the news.

[@davidb8373]

They use the hoofs and buttholes.

[@jasons8479]

They use just about everything but the Moo.

[@mariecollins4063]

IT's SOsoSo Wonderful To Know, I'm Not The Only One Who Has QUESTIONS??? 👀👀👀

[@shellymilligan2953]

Steak and shake is NASTY 🤢

[@robd1859]

Their milkshakes are too small

[@adamlogan9500]

I feel bad for anyone who thinks this is good food.

[@fbi805]

It's better than the chemicals you eat at McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Hell, and other fast food chains

[@X69XMACH1X]

Don’t feel bad for us. Feel bad for children with cancer. Feeling bad for someone who loves something is crazy waste of time. I tried some very expensive burger places in Vegas and thought wow. This is horrible. But I don’t feel one ounce of sorrow for the people lined up to eat there. To each his own. I don’t think a quick burger at a fast food place defines a persons entire palette

[@colnitradorsey3817]

People don't want me to have no money and job and they need to be report to the police

[@X69XMACH1X]

Well said

[@colnitradorsey3817]

@@X69XMACH1X What

[@BellTunnel]

Sardar Biglari appears to worship at the altar of Gordon Gekko. That hair!

[@seandankers2631]

Ours was trash and closed in about 12 months