Shake Shack

Keondre Simmons, an Arizona Shake Shack employee, allegedly robbed his own restaurant at gunpoint after calling out of work, forcing co-workers into a walk-in cooler and stealing approximately $2,800. Investigators later identified him as the suspect, who was arrested two days after the robbery when he reportedly returned to the business wearing his uniform. Simmons now faces charges of armed robbery, aggravated assault, and kidnapping.

Controversy arose after a TikTok video alleged that Shake Shack was applying surcharges to customers who chose not to tip. Shake Shack subsequently issued a statement clarifying that such pricing increases are against their policy and were determined to be a technology error by the kiosk operator, HMSHost. The company confirmed that this issue originated from the third-party kiosk technology at Salt Lake City International Airport and has been resolved.

Shake Shack's net income decreased to $15.7 million from $17.1 million year-over-year, despite total revenue reaching $417.6 million. The decline in profits was attributed to rising food costs.

Shake Shack, a beloved burger chain, has set an opening date for its first full-scale location in the Capital Region. The new restaurant will be located in Guilderland.

Portillo’s is opening its first Wrigleyville location, a block from Wrigley Field, as its fifth Chicago restaurant. The new site will feature a walk-up window and small dining area, with an expected 2027 opening. The announcement coincided with National Hot Dog Day and includes a pop-up celebration event.

An evaluation of 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers ranked by taste and value identified 7th Street Burger and In-N-Out as top performers. Burger King's double cheeseburger was the least favorite, while McDonald's and Wendy's offerings were noted for their pricing and topping differences.

A 2025 JPMorgan survey found reading is the top habit shared by billionaires like Bill Gates, Barack Obama, and Oprah Winfrey, but two in five Americans read no books in 2025. Experts attribute the decline to the attention economy driven by social media and AI, warning it undermines critical leadership skills like nuanced analysis and intellectual curiosity.

National French Fry Day is being celebrated with free or discounted fries at multiple fast-food chains, including McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Chick-fil-A, Arby’s, Whataburger, Shake Shack, and White Castle. Promotions include app-based rewards, size upgrades, and no-purchase-required offers.

Shake Shack is set to open its first Oahu location in Ala Moana Center in 2027. The new restaurant will mark the company's expansion into the Oahu market.

Shake Shack will open its first Hawaii location at Ala Moana Center in 2027. The new store will join other recently opened businesses in the area.

Shake Shack lost money for the first time in years due to cost inflation and challenging consumer sentiment, with shares dropping nearly 30%. The burger chain is struggling with high costs, particularly with expensive beef. This loss marks a significant change for the company.

Shake Shack shares dropped 30% after the company reported an operating loss, citing winter storms and increased store opening projections as factors. Shake Shack CEO Rob Lynch commented on the results. The burger chain's performance was negatively impacted.

McDonald's, Shake Shack, and Whirlpool have released their earnings reports, providing insights into their financial performance. The reports highlight key areas of growth and challenges faced by the companies. The earnings reports are crucial for investors and industry analysts to assess the companies' future prospects.

Shake Shack has released a product inspired by a discontinued McDonald's classic, signaling a competitive move against the fast-food giant. The new offering appears to capitalize on McDonald's recent menu changes to attract attention.

McDonald's has introduced new 'protein callouts' on 17 menu items to highlight protein content, including the Egg McMuffin (17g) and 10-piece Chicken McNuggets (23g). Social media users have questioned the accuracy of listed protein totals, particularly for items like the double cheeseburger. The move aligns with growing demand for high-protein options, as seen in competitors like Shake Shack.