Steak and Shake as a whole is a dying franchise. Most locations are run down and the food is nothing special. This location stands out as what the franchise should be in this market. It's clean, the people are friendly and most importantly the food is good. I ordered the chili five way and the pasta was perfect. Usually most other locations over cook the pasta into mush. The burgers came out quickly and were good. The onions and pickles were sliced a little funny but fresh. I wish this franchiser luck. The location isn't the greatest. It's behind a truck stop and truckers aren't the greatest customers anymore. We don't have that extra money like we use to. Thank you for a good experience. read more

Usually pretty good but last trip (weekday) was TERRIBLE! Went inside and waited a good while before someone finally took our order. 2 burgers, fries, drink meals. After a 35 minute wait (they weren't busy) I asked for refund. It took nearly 10 minutes to get my money back. Don't know why but issues need addressed! read more

We've been waiting over 35 minutes for two burgers--so much for fast food. If you're on any kind of schedule, skip this place. The manager casually told another customer that one of their cooks "got fed up and left", and was literally handing out cash refunds to those who couldn't wait any longer. ‍ On the bright side, no one was yelling in the kitchen--but that's about the only positive thing I can say. Extremely disappointing experience. read more

They self service kiosk things with the prices they charge are a joke. But I used it and tipped the crew. So, they were probably 25% capacity and I sat there for 45 minutes watching people that came in after me get their food. After 45 minutes I handed them my receipt and said I wasn't waiting any longer. $14, no food, no drink. I will never go back to this or any Steak and Shake. Go to Freddie's instead. read more

Steak 'N Shake has gone way way down hill to once compared to its former glory! It's just a depressive feeling inside with everything trying to be automated except if you choose to go to a route of the cashier and not kiosks. The menu has drastically decreased to its bare bone classic staples and goal of speed has taken over. Everything came out fast and hot but it wasn't as good as it used to be to be. Over the last year it seems to really have gone flip side with this location specifically. Was disappointed by what it becomes more and more and probably won't be back for a while (if ever). read more

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Stopped for lunch while traveling from St. Louis - I've had Steak n'Shake many times in Central Illinois and have always loved it. The steak burger was delicious -cooked perfectly and the tomato/lettuce was all fresh. Was surprised that my favorite restaurant chili was decidedly different than I grew up with. It was orangish in color and had a definite flavor of curry. Has the recipe changed? read more

This Steak n Shake is counter service only - I choose Steak n Shake to have a sit down fast food meal that doesn't require me to be up and down. Burger was not up to par- not fully cooked. Fries and onion rings were perfect- hot and crisp. read more

Steak ’n Shake - the interior of a restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Litchfield, Illinois

This was nice and clean Steak n Shake. The staff was friendly and helpful. My wait for my meal was short and it was good. Overall, I had a good experience and I recommend this place. read more

Things they are a changing. I was so happy to see a sign for (in door dining now available!). However, it was disappointing to see how much Steak n Shake has changed. I had heard they were making big changes, but I didn't think it would be this severe. They no longer have the bean pots, salads or the main thing that made Steak n Shake stand out from the crowd...real China and silverware. There aren't any servers either. They take your order at the counter. Then they call out your number when it's ready and you go get it. Ugh. In fact, it's set up exactly like Freddy's hamburger joint. This all makes me very sad, since I grew up going to Steak n Shake. But, it's a strange time to be alive and to survive we must roll with the punches. The new design is okay, everyone working was super nice. The place was squared away and clean. The food was great and tasted even better then before. The fries especially, they were nice and crispy. A nice little Steak n Shake. Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever and I will dearly miss the old Steak n Shake, but moving forward we must. Ugh read more

Steak ’n Shake - Now open for Dine in!!!! - Burgers Near Me - Litchfield, Illinois

We were in their drive-thru today, around 2:45 p.m. and ordered the frisco melt meal, and the southwestern bbq meal. The total was $19+, got my sandwich and it was literally like it was dipped in oil, like a soggy grilled cheese sandwich, there was no way I could eat this, so I politely go through the drive-thru to return it and was treated horribly, my receipt said Kelsey on it...so when I tell them I want my money back, they ask why, and then tell me to pull up to the window. Three women came to the window, one of them rolling her eyes and trying to stare at me all confrontational like, while the other woman said, while giggling, "That's how our Frisco melts are!"... maybe there...but just look at these pics and you tell me if you're eating this?? So then the one staring at me says we can't take that back in here, you'll have to go throw it away, then a manager came forth asking if I'd eaten the fries.. I hadn't taken not one bite and told them twice that I really wanted them to go ahead and have it back so they could see it, so the manager said, "Yeah, give it back." I gave the food back, they gave me my money back, but they were very confrontational and rude about it. It was a very unprofessional experience, it was like they took it personal because I was dissatisfied with my food and wanted to return it the same way that I had received it, having 4 employees come to the window to stare at me and act like I was ridiculous for not wanting to eat this crap that I PAID FOR and acting like I have no right to be upset that for my $, I received gross, disgusting, subpar food. We won't be back. *The one picture, is grease on my car dash from simply sitting it up there while I waited to show them and get it refunded.* https://www.bbb.org/us/in/indianapolis/profile/restaurants/steak-n-shake-0382-37000191 read more

Steak ’n Shake - Grease from just sitting the sandwich on my dash. This is even through their sandwich wrapping paper. - Burgers Near Me - Litchfield, Illinois

My wife and I purchased 2 orders of the No 1 Original double meat burgers with fries and a onion rings and sodas at 4:53 pm on 2/22/23, bill was for $15.47. My wife's fries were stale and cold. Not a hint of warmth. They were kind to replace them with a fresh cooked batch. The burgers were ok, the onion rings fine. My wife noticed a "Share Your Thoughts" with a code to give feedback and receive a FREE milkshake after 4 pm. I went online with my phone and completed a "Top Box" reply. That means despite the cold fries, I was giving them a top rating. On completing the survey, they sent me an email with a code -- IJGTE9 Since we planned to check out their shakes, we took the code to the counter to get my wife a free shake, I was going to order another for myself. The counter girl called the manager, who told my wife she'd do it, but their system doesn't recognize the code! I showed them the email with the code. They are holding our receipt with the code written on it. They said they couldn't honor it! They are acting like we're cheating them! I ordered my shake, and when my wife heard it would be over $5!!! she said never mind. She asked to forget it and requested our receipt back. The moron tried to say they had to keep it! We snatched it out of her hand and left! read more

Steak and shake used to be good. Now it is another fast food restaurant that doesn't have good quality food anymore. They have 6 meal deals only and less than lukewarm chili. The card machine still asks if you want to leave a tip? Why? There isn't any service any more either. We tried this a few times since their big change and are not impressed. We will go elsewhere from now on. read more

Food was terrible. Very small menu compared to other Steak & Shakes . The onions on my butter burger fizzed ! They were rotten . They refunded my $$ for sandwich but didn't offer to make another. Their game at Litchfield is NOT on ! read more

We were driving to Canton, IL and decided to stop at this Steak 'n Shake location to get a quick bite to eat. We were slightly amazed at the new sign because we've never seen one before nor the new restaurant design- inside and out. We went inside to order instead of the drive thru and was immediately helped at the register. I didn't really know what I wanted so it took a little long for me to look over the menu but the cashier was very patient with me. She helped me through each question I had and rang in our order with all of our modifications. I sat by the bar waiting for our to go food to be done and just looked around to see the interaction between the waitresses and customers and also management. The manager was actively helping out customers when lines were getting long, she even came up to me to check on everything as I was waiting, asked me where I was heading for thanksgiving, just little things that left a great impression. Not only was I impressed with the cleanliness of the restaurant and excellent customer service, but the food I got from this location was by far the best steak 'n shake meal I've ever had. I would most definitely stop at this location again on these trips! read more

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Service a bit slow at times but that is Steak N Shake. Despite this, great customer service and food from here is always consistent, just be prepared to wait sometimes other than that everything here is great, nothing to complain about here ! read more

Awesome food awesome fries fast service! This steak n shake is a good one. I like how the drinks are in styrofoam cups too. Your drinks stay fresh way longer read more

Steak ’n Shake - Frisco melt - Burgers Near Me - Litchfield, Illinois

This was a pleasant surprise. I LOVED Steak 'n Shake. I've never been to one before and the whole concept was awesome! The place is basically fast food (very cheap) and it is a sit down diner. The shakes were delicious and the fries come with some great seasoning too. I loved it and the service was good! You pay all at once at the end. Do it on your next road trip. read more

Steak & Shake has been through a lot of turmoil the last few years with many stores closing. But it seems like they have a new business model and are coming back with a lot of stores reopening. It's all about good food and service and this store on our visit got it right. The burgers and fries were as good as ever but the menu is cut way back from the menus expansion of a few years ago. Good service and everything was spotless. We always try to hit them once when traveling through this part of the country for old time sake and we weren't disappointed. read more

This is a really good Steak 'n Shake location. The atmosphere is really good here. The waiters seem friendly. The food came fast, but there aren't a lot of people right now. Much better than others I've been to. read more

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Ordered chili3way on a cold windy day. Got lukewarm noodles with less than a tablespoon of some soft meat and 2 beans on top. Tasted like watery ketchup. Inedible. Worst meal of our 28 days going across the country. read more

i was looking forward to my delicious frisco melt (with no frisco sauce) and had to tell the person taking my order 3 times that i did NOT want frisco sauce on my frisco melt. However, when i opened my bag, there i saw the dreaded orange sauce. Despicable. If i hadn't been so hungry, i would have turned my car around and slapped that worker across the face with my besmirched sandwich. but pretty good over all. read more

A beautifully done Steak n Shake modeled in a throwback theme. The food was awesome and the staff was outstanding. Rhonda, at the cash register, welcomed us like we were family. We were passing through IL coming from St. Louis, where most of these restaurants have closed, and we were excited to stop. My daughter, two little grand daughters and I sat at the counter awaiting our food and had delightful conversation with Rhonda. We watched as she greeted customers by name! As we were leaving with our to go order she handed my daughter a plastic trash bag for our trash. Fabulous place, friendly people. Can't wait to go back again! read more

Looked busy and acted busy but the only tables were leaving. Very kind, thorough counter woman. We had food and shakes for four people. It was about a 15 min wait. We got home and my shake was wrong. It's disappointing when that happens. I recommend to check your food for accurately before leaving store. No other complaints read more

I used to work at this location and my manager got mad one time and she chucked a flashlight across the room, and it came two inches from hitting me in the face and once it hit the wall that was two feet behind me it shattered into multiple pieces. After that day I started voice recording on my phone while I worked. My last day working she pulled me to the back and asked why I was recording I told her why and she fired me on the spot read more

I went there tonight to get dinner and I had a hair in my milkshake and fries and nobody had a mask on I usually don't complain but I shouldn't have to spend $23 on food and not eat half of it because there is hair in there read more

I just came through and ordered a bacon cheeseburger with JUST the bacon and cheese and guess what I see on it. MUSTARD. I normally wouldn't care but I HATE mustard. How can you possible get confused by "just bacon and pickles". read more

Just stopped and had lunch at this Steak n Shake and was very pleased with this restaurant. Food and service was great people were friendly and the service was busy really clean! Thanks to all.,.. read more

Walked in sat at the bar sat there a good 5-10 minutes several severs walked by saying we will be right with you. 2 other customers walked in and got service before I did so I walked out! Piss poor management! read more

So there we were: my fiancé and I completely Shell shocked from the garbage can of America, known as St. Louis. As we barreled down the freeway we realized that in our haste we hadn't eaten anything since the evening prior. It was as if the heavens opened up and God himself took charge of the driving and brought us to this Steak and Shake. I had the truffle burger and my wife to be a simple cheeseburger with fries. The staff was friendly, polite and helpful. Service was expeditious and left us wanting more. To surmise the experience in one word, nothing does this place justice. The experience was purely orgasmic. God bless you James Johnson. read more

This is one of the most adequately staffed SnS I've eaten at. Staff was very friendly and polite. Burgers came out to expectations and not a bite was left on the plate. Communication and team work was excellent to see. If ever hightailing it out of St. Louis again, 10/10 would stop here on the way home. read more

Wow a Steak 'n Shake that was out of ketchup a manager that was like oh well. We asked why no one is making a run to the store to get some but got cold response. It was a joke with our co customers but really! You are a national burger joint with fries etc. ketchup should be available. Also the manager wasn't helping her waitresses. They seemed short staffed but all manager wanted to do was stand at register. Never again In Litchfield read more

Chili Mac Supreme has been my Steak N Shake favorite for years. This store has changed my mind. I ordered it twice on two different visits. First time, there was not enough chili to even color the spaghetti, and the cheese topping was absent. Server asked if I would like more sauce. I said yes please. She brought a small half cup of something very similar to ketchup. I asked for a manager and asked if they had changed to chili mac supreme. She told me they had not, and everything was standard. My Wife had it a week later at a different store, and Lo and behold, it was exactly what we were used to. I gave it another shot a couple of weeks later and there was little improvement, other than a bit of the cheese topping was present. My wife ordered extra chili for $1 and got half of a small plastic cup of chili. Went back to the Alton store again and got exactly what we were expecting. This store has ruined Chili Mac Supreme for us. It's just not the same without the toppings. read more