The short answer
This charge is for food and beverages purchased at a Shake Shack location or through their mobile app.
What is the Shake Shack charge?
A line item reading 'SHAKE SHACK' on your bank statement indicates a purchase from Shake Shack, the popular fast-casual burger and milkshake chain. Depending on how you paid, the descriptor might include a specific store number or the city where the restaurant is located.
Mobile orders placed directly via the Shack App or the Shake Shack website will also appear under this corporate merchant name.
Why is the Shake Shack charge pending?
Shake Shack places a temporary pre-authorization on your card to verify funds when you order via the app or kiosk. The final settled amount will replace the pending charge once the transaction fully processes.
Disputing an unauthorized charge
If you do not recognize a Shake Shack charge, first verify if anyone else authorized to use your card placed an order. If you suspect fraud, report the transaction to your credit card issuer immediately.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Shake Shack Inc.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- CFPB: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
- Shake Shack Official FAQs https://shakeshack.com
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