Iconic burger stand w/ great fries & shakes. A NYC staple for a reason!
Originally a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park, Shake Shack has grown into a beloved burger joint known for its consistent quality and classic American fare. It's praised for its delicious burgers, perfect crinkle-cut fries ideal for dipping, and nostalgic shakes. The original location in the park remains a popular spot for a casual, enjoyable meal, especially in good weather.
Shake Shack is celebrated for its American-style burgers and crinkle-cut fries, with many recommending the fries for their ability to hold cheese sauce. The peanut butter shake was a fan favorite. While some praise its consistent quality, others feel the burgers are small and not worth the price.
"The crinkle-cut fries are highly recommended for their ridges that perfectly hold cheese sauce. The peanut butter shake was also a beloved item that some users miss."
Customers generally view Shake Shack positively, praising its consistent quality, especially its burgers and fries. However, some find it overpriced and not as exceptional as its reputation suggests.
Important Note
Some customers find the burgers to be small and overpriced, and service can be slow due to long lines at popular times.
"The original Shake Shack in Madison Square Park is noted as a good place to eat, especially when the weather is nice."
Positive"Shake Shack's original location in Madison Square Park is listed as a New York establishment to consider."
Positive"The hot dogs at Shake Shack are considered better than their burgers."
Positive"Shake Shack's hot dogs are surprisingly excellent."
Positive"The original Shake Shack location in Madison Square Park is considered special."
Positive"Shake Shack at Madison Square Park is recommended as a commercial but excellent option for both hot dogs and burgers, with a great outdoor atmosphere for people-watching."
Positive"Shake Shack is mentioned as a place for burgers."
Neutral"The original Shake Shack in Madison Square Park is suggested for a perfect cookout-style meal with a burger, dog, and beer enjoyed outdoors."
Positive"Shake Shack often has "buy one get one free" specials available through the Uber Eats app for pickup, which can make two burgers cost $12-$14, offering a more budget-friendly option."
Neutral"It was suggested to skip Shake Shack in favor of alternative burger joints like Hamburger America or 7th Street, implying better quality or value elsewhere."
Negative"A reviewer who visited the Madison Square Park location found Shake Shack burgers to be good but not exceptional or "mind-blowing," drawing a comparison to Freddy's burgers. The seating was noted to be great for people-watching."
Neutral"Shake Shack in Madison Square Park is suggested as a good option for eating somewhere outside, making it suitable for casual dining with kids."
Positive"Shake Shack is described as a fun place, with its original location in Madison Square Park offering outdoor seating for nice weather."
Positive"This user expresses strong negative sentiment about Shake Shack's current taste, questioning how it ever became popular if its current quality is considered good."
Negative"They argued that Shake Shack 'tastes like shit' and isn't worth paying for, contrasting its past popularity with Katz's longevity."
Negative"This user highlights Shake Shack's impressive expansion from a single hut in Madison Square Park, implicitly supporting its success in maintaining quality."
Positive"The commenter noted that almost 15 years ago, Shake Shack was unique for smash burgers in NY and its Madison Square Park location made waiting pleasant. They only waited around 20 minutes, not an hour."
Neutral"They passionately defended Shake Shack, particularly its crinkle-cut fries for optimal cheese sauce absorption, and lamented the loss of its peanut butter shake."
Positive"Shake Shack is identified as a local chain that has maintained its quality well during expansion."
Positive"This user asserts that Shake Shack has successfully maintained its quality despite its expansion."
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