Steak ‘n Shake hours

Most Steak 'n Shake locations are open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday. The chain restructured to self-service kiosks at most stores in 2020 and most locations no longer run 24/7. Most stores are closed Christmas Day.

Steak ‘n Shake (founded 1934 in Normal, Illinois by Gus Belt; the original American burger-and-milkshake diner chain, predating Sonic by 19 years; owned by Biglari Holdings, NYSE: BH, since 2008) is an American fast-food Steakburger and milkshake chain with about 400 US locations weighted heavily across the Midwest.

Common questions are about Sunday hours, what time the kitchen and drive-thru close, hand-dipped milkshake availability, the 4 for $4 menu, and which holidays close every Steak ‘n Shake (Christmas at most stores) versus which stay open.

One quirk worth knowing: Steak ‘n Shake heavily restructured the operating model between 2018 and 2024, closing many stores and converting most remaining stores from a 24/7 full-service diner format to a self-service kiosk-and-counter format with reduced hours (most now run 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM rather than 24/7), so any historic memory of the chain as a sit-down diner with table service applies only to a small number of legacy stores.

The official Steak ‘n Shake locator below shows exact hours, address, and service-format status for the location nearest you, since hours and seating model vary materially by store.

Is Steak ‘n Shake open today?

Steak ‘n Shake generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

Steak ‘n Shake weekly hours

Steak ‘n Shake holiday hours

Is Steak ‘n Shake open on Saturday?

Saturday is one of the busier days at most Steak 'n Shake locations. The Saturday late-evening window (8:00 to 11:00 PM) carries a steady milkshake and Steakburger volume, especially in Indianapolis, Saint Louis, Chicago, and Cincinnati metro markets where the chain has the densest footprint. Self-service kiosk ordering shortens the line wait at most stores.

Is Steak ‘n Shake open on Sunday?

Sunday hours at Steak 'n Shake are typically 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, the same as Monday through Thursday. Sunday afternoon and Sunday-night NFL game-day windows are core volume hours during football season. The self-service kiosk format means Sunday lines move quickly compared with the historic table-service Steak 'n Shake experience.

Find a Steak ‘n Shake store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official Steak ‘n Shake store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

Steak ‘n Shake hours - frequently asked questions

What time does Steak 'n Shake open and close?

Most Steak 'n Shake locations are open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday. The chain restructured most stores to self-service kiosk ordering in 2020 and most locations no longer run the historic 24/7 schedule. Always verify hours via the locator before driving over.

Is Steak 'n Shake still open 24 hours?

No, at most stores. Steak 'n Shake historically ran a 24-hour full-service diner model (similar to Denny's or IHOP) but restructured the operating model between 2018 and 2024 to self-service kiosks with shorter hours. A small number of legacy and highway-stop locations may still keep extended overnight hours; the locator below flags any 24-hour store.

Is Steak 'n Shake open on Sunday?

Yes. Almost every Steak 'n Shake is open Sunday on the same 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM schedule as Monday through Thursday.

Is Steak 'n Shake open on Christmas Day?

Most Steak 'n Shake locations close on Christmas Day. A small number of highway and travel-stop stores may stay open with reduced hours; verify via the official locator before driving over. Christmas Eve typically runs reduced hours and most stores close early.

Is Steak 'n Shake open on Thanksgiving?

It varies by location. Many Steak 'n Shake stores close on Thanksgiving Day; highway and travel-corridor locations typically stay open with reduced hours. The locator below shows the current Thanksgiving schedule for each address.

Is Steak 'n Shake open on Easter?

Yes. Almost every Steak 'n Shake is open on Easter Sunday with normal Sunday hours (10:00 AM to 10:00 PM).

Why does Steak 'n Shake have kiosks now?

Steak 'n Shake restructured the chain's operating model between 2018 and 2024 under owner Biglari Holdings, replacing table service with self-service kiosks and a counter pickup format at most stores. The change was framed as a cost-control move and reduced labor at each store; the seating layout remained but the historic table-service experience was retired at most locations.

What is a Steakburger?

Steakburger is the chain's signature burger format: a thin, smash-style beef patty (or stack of patties) cooked on a flat-top, served on a toasted bun with cheese, pickles, mustard, and the option to add toppings. The name dates to founder Gus Belt's 1934 advertising claim that the chain ground premium cuts (round, sirloin, T-bone) for the patties.

Does Steak 'n Shake serve milkshakes?

Yes. Hand-dipped milkshakes are the chain's namesake and remain a core menu item, with 30-plus flavor varieties including Classic Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Cookie Dough, Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, Oreo, M&M's, and rotating seasonal options. Shakes are made to order at the counter.

Where is the original Steak 'n Shake?

The original Steak 'n Shake opened in 1934 in Normal, Illinois (Twin Cities area, near Illinois State University) under founder Gus Belt. Belt's claim was that he ground steak cuts in front of the customer for each burger, which led to the chain's still-used motto: In Sight, It Must Be Right.

Where is the nearest Steak 'n Shake?

Use the official Steak 'n Shake locator linked below to find the closest store, see exact daily hours for that address, and check whether it is a self-service kiosk store or one of the small number of legacy full-service locations.

Is Steak 'n Shake a public company?

Yes, by parent. Steak 'n Shake is owned by Biglari Holdings, traded on NYSE under ticker BH. Sardar Biglari has served as CEO since 2008. The chain itself is not separately traded; its results consolidate into Biglari Holdings reporting.

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Last verified: May 2026 against Steak ‘n Shake's official store locator and press releases.

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