August 10, 2026

Shake Shack Statement on Kiosk Tipping Error at Licensed Location

We want our community to know that we are aware of the recent video shared online by a guest at an airport Shack that is owned and operated by our licensee HMSHost. It is not Shake Shack policy, nor that of our licensees, to increase the price of menu items when no tip is added. HMSHost investigated the matter and determined it was an error within their kiosk technology unrelated to tipping. They have informed us that the issue has been resolved. We’ll continue working with all our licensed partners to make sure every guest is taken care of at Shake Shack.

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