Popular burger chain Steak ‘n Shake has announced that starting May 16, you’ll be able to pay with Bitcoin at all their U.S. restaurants. They shared the news on X (formerly Twitter) on May 9 with a fun message saying,
“The movement is just beginning.”
They even signed it as “Steaktoshi” — a playful nod to Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.Fans Had Been Waiting for This
Many people in the crypto world had been expecting this since March, when the company asked followers if it should accept Bitcoin. That simple question created a lot of excitement and conversation online.
Jack Dorsey Gave His Support
When Steak ‘n Shake asked about Bitcoin payments, Jack Dorsey — the former Twitter CEO and a strong supporter of Bitcoin — replied with a one-word answer:
“Yes.”
That response made even more people take notice. Since then, Steak ‘n Shake has been promoting crypto-themed giveaways, like a chance to win a Tesla, and posting secret-style messages to keep the buzz going.
Everyone Can Use Bitcoin at Every Location
This isn’t a small test. Starting May 16, every Steak ‘n Shake in the U.S. will accept Bitcoin. Customers can pay for their meals directly with the cryptocurrency.
The company says it serves over 100 million customers, so this move opens up a lot of new opportunities for Bitcoin use in daily life.
Other Restaurants Have Tried Crypto Too
Steak ‘n Shake is one of the few big chains to fully accept Bitcoin. Some others have tested it before:
- Chipotle began accepting crypto in 2022 using a platform called Flexa, which lets you pay with Bitcoin and around 100 other coins.
- Subway tested Bitcoin payments as far back as 2013.
- McDonald’s accepts Bitcoin in Lugano, Switzerland.
- Pizza Hut and Burger King have tried limited crypto promotions in countries like El Salvador, where Bitcoin is legal money.
Fast Food and Bitcoin Go Way Back
The connection between fast food and Bitcoin isn’t new. In 2010, a man named Laszlo Hanyecz paid 10,000 Bitcoins for two pizzas.
Back then, Bitcoin was worth almost nothing — but today, that amount would be worth over $600 million. This moment is now celebrated every year as Bitcoin Pizza Day, on May 22.Crypto Payments Are Getting Easier
Now, it’s becoming easier than ever to pay with crypto. In April 2025, a company called Mesh created a way for people to pay with crypto using Apple Pay, making it even more convenient for shoppers and businesses.
In Summary
Steak ‘n Shake is making it possible for everyone to use Bitcoin for everyday purchases, like burgers and shakes. Starting May 16, Bitcoin becomes a real payment option at all of its U.S. locations.
It’s a big step forward in making crypto a normal part of daily life — not just something for tech geeks or investors.
