French Onion Soup Meets Burger: Shake Shack's Foodie Fever Dream Just Got Real

Attention Bay Area foodies and fast-food fanatics: Shake Shack is about to blow your taste buds’ minds with a French onion soup-inspired menu that’s basically culinary rebellion in a bun. 🍔
Let’s get real - this isn’t just another burger menu drop. This is a gourmet revolution disguised as fast food, where Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, and roasted garlic Parmesan aioli are the VIP guests. The headliner? A French Onion Soup Burger that’s basically telling traditional burger joints to step aside.
A Burger That Breaks All the Rules
For $10.99, you’re getting a quarter-pound 100% Angus beef patty that’s more bougie than your last brunch. Want options? They’ve got singles, doubles, and triples that’ll make your Instagram followers drool. And for our vegetarian friends, there’s a 'Shroom Burger stuffed with melted Muenster and cheddar that’s basically a cheese bomb wrapped in a crispy portobello.
Sides That Steal the Show
But wait, there’s more. After years of fan requests, Shake Shack finally unleashed their legendary onion rings. Beer-battered, made with sweet Spanish onions, and served with a sauce that’ll make you question everything you thought you knew about side dishes.
The Price of Fancy
Shake Shack’s CEO calls this the “democratization of fine dining” - basically saying you can get gourmet burger vibes without selling a kidney. At prices ranging from $10-$14, it’s like a fancy restaurant had a love child with your favorite fast-food spot.
Pro tip: If you’re a Shack App user, you’ve already got early access. Everyone else? Mark your calendars for September 12th. Your taste buds will thank you later.
AUTHOR: kg
SOURCE: NBC Bay Area