The Take
Order the single or double grass-fed patty no bun with tallow fries at Steak 'n Shake. The Slop Score is 32 because the buns, sauces, and shakes remain ordinary fast-food filler.
June 2026 made every burger 100% grass-fed and grass-finished nationwide, the first major chain to do it at scale. Fries switched to beef tallow earlier and stayed there. Everything else drags it down.
The Verdict
The patty and fries deliver the actual upgrade. Buns and everything else keep Steak 'n Shake at a 32 Slop Score.
Order the bunless version or skip the chain. 32.
Common Questions
Does Steak 'n Shake use seed oils?
No. Fries and tots cook in 100% beef tallow with zero seed oils remaining.
Is Steak 'n Shake healthy?
No. Grass-fed beef and tallow help but buns, sauces, and processed sides keep the overall score at 32.
When did Steak 'n Shake go grass-fed?
Nationwide switch to 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef started June 1, 2026.
