What a Steak 'n Shake gift card gets you
A couple of things to know before you buy: most Steak 'n Shake locations are company-operated, but a handful are franchised, and franchise acceptance of gift cards can vary, so it's worth a quick check for an out-of-the-way location. The card covers the full menu, including the kiosk-order and drive-thru paths the chain has moved to. There are no activation or per-use fees, and the balance does not expire or get reduced by dormancy charges.
two formats:
- Physical card: Mailed in a card carrier. $15 to $200 per card via the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store.
- E-gift card: Emailed within minutes, redeemable at the counter or kiosk. $15 to $200 via the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store; $15 to $200 via Dyme.
You can generally apply more than one Steak 'n Shake card toward a single order; confirm the policy at the location.
Where to buy: four channels compared
| Channel | Format | Denominations | Delivery | Discount | Adds on top |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for MilesDyme | E-gift only | $15 – $200 | Instant | None | Dyme Miles + instant paperless delivery |
| Steak 'n Shake gift-card store | Physical + e-gift | $15 – $200 | Instant / 5–10 days | None | — |
| Retail gift-card racksSupermarkets, big-box | Physical only | $25 typical | Immediate | None | Retailer loyalty points + fuel rewards |
| Secondary marketplacesRaise, CardCash | Digital code | Varies | Minutes to hours | Occasional few percent below face | — |
Can I get a Steak 'n Shake gift card at a discount?
Yes, but not through Dyme. Dyme sells Steak 'n Shake e-gift cards at face value; the value-add is Dyme Miles and instant delivery, not a face-value discount. The discount routes are:
- Secondary marketplaces (Raise, CardCash). Resold Steak 'n Shake cards from third parties, sometimes a few percent below face value. Verify the balance before you redeem, since secondary sellers occasionally list partial-balance cards.
- Retail rack bonus offers. Grocery and big-box chains occasionally bundle a store coupon or bonus fuel points with rack gift cards. The card stays at face value, but you net the retailer's perk.
- Steak 'n Shake menu deals. The chain runs frequent value-menu and limited-time deals. A gift card buys those discounted combos, which is the most dependable way to stretch the dollar.
The bigger combined return comes from the rewards stack below: your credit card and Dyme Miles on the purchase. Steak 'n Shake has no standing consumer points program, so those two layers are where the extra value sits.
How to stack rewards
Two rewards programs fire on a single Steak 'n Shake gift card purchase through Dyme.
Credit-card rewards
Your credit card earns rewards on the Dyme purchase.
Gift-card resellers typically code as MCC 5947; many cards exclude this MCC from category bonuses.
- Capital One Venture X: 2x miles on essentially every purchase, including gift cards
- Citi Double Cash: 2% back on everything (1% when you buy + 1% when you pay)
- Amex Gold: falls back to 1x on gift cards. 4x dining and 4x groceries do not apply
- Chase Sapphire Preferred: falls back to 1x on gift cards. 3x dining and 2x travel do not apply
Dyme Miles
- Base rate: 1 Mile for every dollar
- Special rate: 5 Miles per dollar
- Expiration: never
- Blackouts: none
- Redeem on: over 2 million hotels and 600 airline partners
$50 Steak 'n Shake e-gift on Dyme, paid with Citi Double Cash, redeemed at the counter
- Citi Double Cash: $1 back (2% of $50)
- Dyme Miles on the purchase: 50 Miles (1 per dollar), or 250 on a special offer (5 per dollar)
- Steak 'n Shake rewards: No standing consumer points program; value comes from the card and Miles
Illustrative only. Card rates, brand-program terms, and Dyme Miles offers change and vary by member; figures above are examples, not a guarantee of value.
How to buy via Dyme
Steak 'n Shake e-gift cards on Dyme arrive in the recipient's inbox in under a minute.
- Open the Steak 'n Shake brand page on Dyme.
- Enter the recipient's email, the denomination, and an optional personal message.
- Check out. The e-gift sends immediately and can be added to Apple Wallet or Google Pay from the email.
You earn 1 Mile for every dollar you spend, and 5 Miles per dollar during special offers. Miles post to your Dyme account within 3 business days. Dyme Miles never expire, have no blackouts, and are redeemable on any airline, any hotel — across over 2 million hotels and 600 airline partners.
Every dollar you spend through Dyme helps fund clean energy for local communities.
How to buy from the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store
- Go to the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store online.
- Choose physical or e-gift and an amount from $15 to $200.
- Add to cart and check out. To redeem, present the card or code at the counter or kiosk at a participating location.
How to buy in store
Many Steak 'n Shake locations sell gift cards at the counter, though as the chain has shifted to kiosk ordering at some sites, in-restaurant gift-card sales vary by location. Ask at the counter; if a location doesn't sell them, the online gift-card store always does.
How to buy at Costco, Sam's Club, or a supermarket
Supermarket and big-box gift-card racks at chains like Kroger, Safeway, and Walmart carry physical Steak 'n Shake cards, typically $25. They cost face value, but you earn the store's loyalty points and any fuel rewards that apply to gift-card purchases. Costco and Sam's Club do not regularly stock Steak 'n Shake multi-packs.
Designs and personalization
Physical cards: Steak 'n Shake's classic diner-themed card art, with a card carrier and a printed message available at checkout.
E-gift cards: a small set of designs with a customizable subject line and a recipient message.
There is no co-branded or personalized-photo option for individual orders. For bulk orders, see corporate ordering below.
Delivery and timing
- E-gift via Dyme: 1 to 60 minutes by email. Present the code at the counter or kiosk.
- E-gift via the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store: 1 to 60 minutes by email.
- Physical via the gift-card store: 5 to 10 business days standard; expedited options at checkout.
- Physical from a retail rack: Immediate — pick it up and order.
Dyme does not mail physical cards. If you need a card in hand, the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store or a retail aisle is the path.
Corporate and bulk buying
Steak 'n Shake offers bulk gift-card ordering for employee rewards, customer incentives, and event prizes, with volume pricing and invoicing. Contact the Steak 'n Shake gift-card team to set up a corporate order.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I use a Steak 'n Shake gift card?＋
At participating Steak 'n Shake locations for the full menu, including Steakburgers and milkshakes. Most locations are company-operated; a few franchised sites may handle gift cards differently, so check an out-of-the-way location if in doubt.
What denominations are available?＋
$15 to $200 in whole-dollar increments through the Steak 'n Shake gift-card store. Dyme sells e-gift cards in the same $15 to $200 range. Retail rack cards are typically $25.
Do Steak 'n Shake gift cards expire?＋
No. The cards do not expire and carry no dormancy or service fees. The full purchased value stays on the card until redeemed.
Can I use the card at the kiosk or drive-thru?＋
Yes, at participating locations. Steak 'n Shake has moved to kiosk and drive-thru ordering at many sites, and gift cards are accepted as a payment method there.
Can I return a Steak 'n Shake gift card?＋
No. Gift cards are non-refundable once purchased. They can be re-gifted or applied to a future order.
Can I check my Steak 'n Shake gift card balance?＋
Yes. Enter the card number and PIN on the Steak 'n Shake gift card balance page to see the current balance.
Can I use more than one gift card on an order?＋
Usually, yes. Most locations let you apply multiple cards toward a single order, but the policy can vary, so confirm at the counter or kiosk.
Can I sell a Steak 'n Shake gift card I don't want?＋
Yes. Secondary marketplaces like Raise and CardCash buy unwanted cards at a percentage of face value based on demand. List the card number and balance; the marketplace verifies and pays out.
Does Steak 'n Shake offer corporate gift cards?＋
Yes. It offers bulk gift-card ordering for employee rewards, customer incentives, and event prizes with volume pricing and invoicing.
Are e-gift cards delivered instantly?＋
Usually within 1 to 60 minutes. Gmail's Promotions tab occasionally delays delivery, so check there if it doesn't arrive.
