Shake Shack Coming to Philippine Shores Soon- To Open Q1 of 2019 in Manila!

The famous SHAKE SHACK of New York City is shakin' up Manila as it finally hits the Philippine shores. The critically-acclaimed, modern day “roadside” burger stand is coming to Manila and set to open its first store in the first quarter of 2019. 

Shake Shack Chick n' Shack

Shake Shack has partnered with SSI Group, Inc. in bringing Filipinos their first ShackBurger®, made with 100% angus beef, plus other best-selling menu items like Shack-cago Dog®, classic crinkle cut fries, wine, frozen custard ice cream and more.

Shake Shack intends to work with local purveyors and producers to create a one-of-a-kind Shake Shack for the Manila community, in keeping with its mission to Stand for Something Good®. 

Shake Shack Shack Burger

Shake Shack 'Shroom Burger

Shake Shack Flat-top Dog

Shake Shack has earned a cult following across America and all over the world. With its fine-dining heritage, commitment to real, premium ingredients, and fun and lively environment, Shake Shack is the burger joint Filipinos have been waiting for.

“It is with great pleasure that we announce the partnership between Shake Shack Inc. and the SSI Group,” says SSI Group President Anton Huang. “This is a testament of our company’s vision of enhancing lives and providing only the best for the ever-evolving Filipino consumer. Celebrating our 30th anniversary this year makes the partnership with this well-loved global brand even more meaningful to us. Staying true to Shake Shack’s mission to Stand For Something Good, we, at the SSI Group, are committed to continuously enrich the lives of our customers by offering the most rewarding curated lifestyle experiences. With the arrival of Shake Shack in the Philippines, we are excited to be amongst the first in Asia that will be home to the renowned American casual restaurant chain.”

Shake Shack Vice President of Global Licensing Michael Kark adds,"Manila is an incredible city; its heart beats with a distinct warmth and hospitality. We are excited to begin the search for our first site in Metro Manila and look forward to becoming part of this community.” 

Since the original Shake Shack opened in 2004 in NYC’s Madison Square Park, the company has expanded to more than 170 locations in 21 U.S. States and the District of Columbia, and more than 60 international locations including London, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Dubai, Tokyo, Moscow, Seoul and now Manila. 

In its fourteen-year history, Shake Shack has been recognized with countless accolades,including Bon Appetite’s "The 20 Most Important Restaurants in America" (ranked #16), TIME Magazines "17 Most Influential Burgers of All Time" (ranked #7 for the ShackBurger) and winning "Best Burger" in 2007 and 2014 at the South Beach Wine and Food Festivals Burger Bash.

For more information, please visit: www.shakeshack.com or www.facebook.com/shakeshack.