{"id":58717,"date":"2025-11-16T10:01:32","date_gmt":"2025-11-16T10:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=58717"},"modified":"2025-11-16T10:01:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-16T10:01:32","slug":"steak-n-shake-takes-bitcoin-appetite-global-with-bold-el-salvador-push","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=58717","title":{"rendered":"Steak \u2019n Shake Takes Bitcoin Appetite Global With Bold El Salvador Push"},"content":{"rendered":"
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According to reports, Steak \u2018n Shake<\/a> has publicly signaled plans to expand into El Salvador after taking part in the Bitcoin Hist\u00f3rico event in San Salvador on Wednesday and Thursday this week.<\/p>\n

The fast-food chain, which began taking Bitcoin<\/a> in the US on May 16, 2025, has been highlighting the move as part of its public image. The company also rolled out a themed menu item called the \u201cBitcoin Steakburger\u201d to mark the payment launch.<\/p>\n

Bitcoin Friendly Expansion<\/h2>\n

Based on reports, the chain first hinted at a crypto push with an X post on May 9, 2025, saying a crypto option was coming soon. The payment option went live at all its US locations on May 16, 2025, and the company\u2019s Chief Operations Officer, Dan Edwards, told reporters they aim to offer BTC at all locations worldwide.<\/p>\n

The messaging has been clear: Steak \u2018n Shake wants to be known as a merchant that welcomes BTC payments.<\/p>\n

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El Salvador is a great country \"\ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddfb\"<\/p>\n

We were honored to be in Bitcoin Country serving Beef Tallow Fries and handing out Grass-Fed and Wagyu Beef Tallow Cooking Oil.<\/p>\n

The beginning of a beautiful friendship https:\/\/t.co\/VIyzL9OT3M<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Steak \u2018n Shake (@SteaknShake) November 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Sales Spike And Analysts\u2019 Take<\/h2>\n

Reports have disclosed that same-store sales rose 11% in the company\u2019s second quarter after the rollout. Later, the chain reported a 15% increase in same-store sales for the third quarter.<\/p>\n

Analysts who looked at the numbers said the crypto acceptance<\/a> likely helped drive the uptick, though direct cause and effect are hard to prove. The company\u2019s third-quarter growth was compared to big names in fast food; Steak \u2018n Shake outpaced McDonald\u2019s, Burger King, Taco Bell, and Starbucks for that period, according to the report.<\/p>\n


\nSocial Poll, Backlash, And A Reversal<\/p>\n

Steak \u2018n Shake stirred a strong reaction when it asked followers whether it should add Ether as a payment option<\/a>. About 48,800 people weighed in, and roughly 53% voted yes. The poll drew sharp comments from some Bitcoin supporters.<\/p>\n

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We thank Bitcoiners for helping us achieve the best same-store sales performance in our category! \"\ud83d\udc4f\"<\/p>\n

And, believe it or not, this quarter is registering an even higher growth rate! \"\ud83d\ude80\" pic.twitter.com\/s2wuTwUPkb<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Steak \u2018n Shake (@SteaknShake) November 14, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

One critic, identified as Ron Sovereignty Swanson, wrote, \u201cETH is just centralized trash. Bitcoin represents freedom. If you do this, you\u2019ll lose all your Bitcoiner customers, including me.\u201d<\/p>\n

Later on October 11, the company canceled the poll and posted: \u201cPoll canceled. We stand with Bitcoiners. You have made your choice known. Who even suggested this? I\u2019m back at my desk.\u201d<\/p>\n

Community Influence On Corporate Decisions<\/p>\n

Based on reports, the reversal shows how vocal customer groups can shape business choices. Steak \u2018n Shake\u2019s quick retreat from the Ether idea suggested that it values the support of Bitcoin-focused patrons.<\/p>\n

That support appears to have helped the brand within crypto circles, and the chain\u2019s public stance has made it a talking point among Bitcoin fans online.<\/p>\n

Featured image from Steak N Shake, chart from TradingView<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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