OK, I confess. I'm a nut for 1950's stuff. Historic Route 66 stuff. Ice cream stuff. And, more. All of that fun stuff, in lots of ways, reminds me of a very happy childhood.
So, while on a visit to Rolla, Missouri, it could be expected that a friend would share that all of that stuff could be found in town under one roof. Well friend, it wasn't long before I was on the hunt for a place named Steak 'n Shake. And, there it was. Sitting on old Route 66 in all its fabulous 50's black and white, glass bricks splendor.
A few years later when the announcement came that Steak 'n Shake would be opening in Arlington, you can't imagine my excitement. I was one of their first customers. In fact, I've spent a lot of time there. They are open 24/7. This photo is of their first restaurant here. A little different than one of those originals, like in Rolla. But, the food is the same.
So, here is the lowdown. The menu is all-around tasty. The chili is a nice change of pace from our southern-style. The coffee is great. But, it's the milkshakes that are spectacular. They are the best. No one else even comes close. So, I recommend always getting one (or more) to go.
Thankfully, there are two in town. You know. In case a meteor hits or something, maybe one will still be open. Well, you get the idea. Check 'em out.
Click this link, Fun Places To Eat, for a map and link list of Steak 'n Shake and other fun place locations. And, this link for more Restaurant Reviews.
R. Steve McCollum, Arlington Texas Attractions.com
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