Steak 'n Shake
Franchise Overview
Steak 'n Shake is an iconic American fast-casual brand specializing in premium steakburgers and hand-crafted milkshakes made from real ice cream, combining counter service with a dine-in experience built around a streamlined, signature-focused menu.
Just the Facts
For most complete information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
Steak 'n Shake Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These Steak 'n Shake FDDs, as filed, contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2026
May 2026
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2025 — Traditional
April 2025
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2025 — Franchise Partner Program
April 2025
Show 16 more filings, 2014–2024
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2024 — Traditional
April 2024
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2024 — Franchise Partner Program
April 2024
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2023 — Traditional
July 2023
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2023 — Franchise Partner Program
July 2023
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2022 — Traditional
May 2022
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2022 — Franchise Partner Program
May 2022
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2021 — Traditional
May 2021
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2021 — Franchise Partner Program
May 2021
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2020
March 2020
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2019
June 2019
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2018
August 2018
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2018
May 2018
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2017
May 2017
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2016
May 2016
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2016
January 2016
Steak 'n Shake FDD 2014
December 2014
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