Menus and prices in 10 markets, 386 items tracked.
Shake Shack has 23 products in our price index - Joint-most of any brand - From just 299 items across nine markets. That ratio is the highest on the site, and the explanation is the same as Five Guys': a deliberately short menu means the same items appear everywhere rather than being displaced by local ranges.
The ShackBurger spans about $5.10 to $14.79, and the SmokeShack about $7.05 to $16.09, across nine markets each.
The brand began as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park, and the queue is arguably part of the product. Outside North America it is positioned firmly as a premium purchase.
Each market has its own board. Prices are shown in local currency and are not comparable across rows - Use the index below for that.
| Market | Items | Cheapest | Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand
THB |
28 | ฿35 | ฿259.43 | Full menu → |
| USA
USD |
27 | $3.30 | $7.76 | Full menu → |
| Singapore
SGD |
25 | S$3 | S$11.75 | Full menu → |
| Philippines
PHP |
32 | ₱50 | ₱343.52 | Full menu → |
| Malaysia
MYR |
35 | RM5.90 | RM20.15 | Full menu → |
| Hong Kong
HKD |
45 | HK$24 | HK$66.52 | Full menu → |
| Australia
AUD |
29 | A$4.59 | A$8.75 | Full menu → |
| Canada
CAD |
42 | C$2.09 | C$8.05 | Full menu → |
| United Kingdom
GBP |
36 | £2.15 | £17.99 | Full menu → |
| United Arab Emirates
AED |
87 | AED 7 | AED 26.21 | Full menu → |
Prices are in each market’s own currency and are not comparable across rows; for that, use the price index.
Products sold under one name in four or more of our markets, converted to US dollars at weekly mid-market rates.
| Product | Markets | Cheapest (USD) | Average (USD) | Priciest (USD) | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Shack™ | 10 | $5.02 | $8.23 | $14.80 | +195% |
| ShackBurger | 10 | $5.10 | $8.31 | $14.80 | +190% |
| SmokeShack™ | 10 | $7.05 | $9.82 | $16.09 | +128% |
| Cheese Fries | 10 | $3.73 | $5.47 | $8.25 | +121% |
| Fifty/Fifty Regular | 9 | $1.73 | $3.42 | $5.72 | +230% |
| Fries | 9 | $2.35 | $4.30 | $6.89 | +193% |
| Shack Stack™ | 9 | $9.90 | $11.59 | $13.29 | +34% |
| Chicken Bites™ | 8 | $3.73 | $5.70 | $10.02 | +169% |
| Hot Dog | 8 | $3.30 | $4.68 | $8.18 | +148% |
| Hamburger | 7 | $4.86 | $6.40 | $7.51 | +55% |
| Cheeseburger | 6 | $5.02 | $8.53 | $14.59 | +190% |
| Fountain Soda | 5 | $1.22 | $2.71 | $3.90 | +221% |
| Hot Chicken | 5 | $6.93 | $8.49 | $10.89 | +57% |
| Classic Shakes | 5 | $4.37 | $5.46 | $6.78 | +55% |
| Cheese Dog | 5 | $4.62 | $5.73 | $6.81 | +47% |
| 'Shroom Burger™ | 5 | $7.37 | $8.66 | $9.99 | +36% |
| ShackMeister Ale | 4 | $3.08 | $6.54 | $8.87 | +188% |
| Grilled Cheese | 4 | $2.72 | $3.95 | $5.99 | +120% |
| Classic Hand-Spun Shakes | 4 | $4.34 | $5.89 | $8.45 | +95% |
| Shack-made Lemonade | 4 | $2.51 | $3.67 | $4.64 | +85% |
| Floats | 4 | $4.13 | $5.00 | $5.81 | +41% |
| Bacon Cheese Fries | 4 | $5.37 | $5.98 | $6.99 | +30% |
| Avocado Bacon Burger | 4 | $8.35 | $10.04 | $10.79 | +29% |
| Avocado Bacon Chicken | 4 | $9.02 | $9.98 | $11.49 | +27% |
Every item across every Shake Shack menu, mapped onto our dish taxonomy.
In 2001, a modest hot dog cart appeared in New York City's Madison Square Park. This cart, operated by restaurateur Danny Meyer and his Union Square Hospitality Group, was part of an effort to support the park's first art installation. The cart's popularity grew over three years, leading to the opening of the first Shake Shack kiosk in 2004. Initially intended as a single-location venture, the establishment's success spurred expansion, and Shake Shack now operates over 400 locations worldwide.
Shake Shack's menu centers on American favorites made with premium ingredients. The ShackBurger, featuring 100% Angus beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and ShackSauce on a potato bun, exemplifies this commitment. Other offerings include crinkle-cut fries, hand-spun shakes, and frozen custards made with real cane sugar and cage-free eggs. Each location may offer unique menu items tailored to local tastes, reflecting the establishment's dedication to quality and community.
Shake Shack emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like donating 5% of sales from specific menu items to local charities. The establishment also supports local artists and hosts events to foster neighborhood connections. This approach aligns with its mission to "Stand For Something Good," encompassing quality food, community involvement, and environmental responsibility.
From its origins in a city park to its presence in cities worldwide, Shake Shack remains committed to serving high-quality food and nurturing the communities it calls home.
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