Cancel

Open app

Search

shake shack

3.2 (56 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

shake shack Photos

SHAKE SHACK ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - shake shack

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Smokeshack w/ Fries
Josh H.

Shake Shack is a fast food chain that specializes in burgers and frozen custard. They also have fried chicken, fries and hot dogs. This location can be found off of Garden State Parkway in the Monmouth Travel Plaza. It was no surprise that I wasn't impressed with this place. The food is mediocre and overpriced. I might try Shake Shack again in the future, but it will be at a different location. Smokeshack - 7.5 Fries - 7.3 Food - 7.4 Service - 7.3 Value - 6.4 Restaurant score - 70

Shake Shack @ Judy Blume Travel Plaza
Ann W.

I would like to praise Gavin. While waiting I observed the crew, how they move, act, ans serve. It was a long 4th of July weekend so how to be happy when working? Ask Gavin. He was very efficient, enthusiastic and hard working. I saw him moving quickly to serve next customer. More and beyond- this was his attitude. As the food is always excellent this time I would like to applause this hard working kid. Thank you! I hope u r appreciated and valued accordingly $$$. Thank you!

Jessica D.

Delish! Can't wait to go back & order off the whole menu. The milkshakes are so good. Service was fast & the staff was nice. The best food I've seen in a rest area. Ambiance was nothing special.

Drink area
Cassie D.

This location is in the Judy Blume rest area on the GSP. I was starving and could not wait to get to the rest area so that I could chow down! This was my second visit there, so as expected, there were a lot of people waiting for their food. Ordering was really easy because they had a few touchscreens. While I waited for my food, I took the opportunity to use the restroom since I knew my order would take a little while. I took my food to go and then eat ate at tables they had outside. It was a beautiful day so I figured why not. The burger I had was really juicy, meaty and just plain delicious! My fries were crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Perfection! I grabbed a free cup of water for my drink. Didn't taste like tap, which was surprising. I definitely plan on returning to this shake shack when I am hungry and driving on the Garden State Parkway.

Shake shack
Que B.

I completely adore this location. It is my half to my destination rest stop. Since opening the food is always fresh and hot. I never have a complaint with service. Everything is made to order and always very good. Even if the line is long the wait is fast paced. They did another upgrade so it's very clean and always being serviced by attendants.

a man standing in front of the counter
Inquiring M.

This was my first time going to a shake shack at a rest stop but this was a great experience. Didn't feel any different from going to a stand alone location. The wait was just as long as I would wait at any other location but luckily the food also tasted as it did in any other location.

Ric T.

This place is located on the Garden State Parkway rest stop around exit 100. The lines are long. Their burgers are overrated (expensive) yet their fries are stellar, even better than McDonald's. The soft drinks are packed with ice. In general this place is too expensive for what you get....yes I would come here again if necessary. Staff is friendly.

a stainless steel counter top with two trays of ice cream

How is it possible to see 6 people working and not one person actually handing out the drinks? They just sit there...everyone moving at snail pace it's insane

Double cheeseburger
Nicholas G.

Shake Shack has really taken on a life of its own. I remember when it was only in madison square park with a line forming around the park to eat there. Now they have a location in every town. Good for them. This time I went with the double cheeseburger and chicken bites. Both solid. The chicken bites tasted fresher than usual at this location but maybe they just got a new batch in or something. The burgers aren't greasy and the flavor of the patty is good. It tastes fresh and that is why Shake Shack has been so successful. The shakes are always spot on and a guilty pleasure of mine. Solid place but in the end it is fast food so 5 stars would be a stretch.

Kay D.

OK so first I'll own that I'm not a shake shack junkie so when I stopped at the Monmouth rest stop to grab a quick pick me up on my way to the shore I found myself shocked to see that I had paid more than $6 for what seems to be a 120z shake (THAT WASN'T EVEN FULL!) McDonalds, Wendy's or if you wanna get fancy BurgerFi all sell theirs for $3- 4.50 range for this same size. I say "seems" because I can't find any information about sizing anywhere (not even the nutrition guide) it's like its a secret or something. Anyway, I digress... My point is NO FAST FOOD MILK SHAKE SHOULD COST $6! So yea... As if having my wallet raped wasn't bad enough, I had to wait 15 minutes for the pleasure.

Chicken sandwich

See all

4 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Josh H.
875
369
1633

3 years ago

Helpful 22
Thanks 2
Love this 15
Oh no 0
Photo of Ann W.
0
10
9

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 8
Thanks 2
Love this 6
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Grandchildren favorite spot. Good menus. Food is hot fresh and delicious. Prices are fine

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Shake shake I stop at this location often when driving on the parkway and as always no complaints here. Food is fresh and service is fast.

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Que B.
295
585
3460

3 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Fries were greasy and soggy and the urgers were ok but not exceptional. The food didnt live up to the hype

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Miss B.
84
267
845

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 2
Photo of Zach M.
40
12
2

1 year ago

Service was good. Food was amazing! I don't think they could have cooked it any better! Great job guys!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1
Photo of Ric T.
579
1182
4762

5 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 9
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 10
Thanks 0
Love this 9
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Kay D.
87
171
34

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 5
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

3 years ago

What a disaster. Got wrong order, didn't realize it til back in the parkway. Also got the skimpiest order of fries ever and so salty.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of John P.
52
129
103

3 years ago

Great pitstop when traveling on the garden-state, fresh and delicious just a little expensive

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Mariah J.
120
50
36

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mark A.
299
396
2181

5 years ago

Stumbled upon this wanting Starbucks and I'm glad we came to this rest stop, shake shack burgers were so fresh and delicious

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Greg H.
26
120
32

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

3 years ago

The BEST Shake Shack that I've been to! I literally go twice a week, on my way home from work. So good and the workers are pretty nice!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ben D.
4
22
1

7 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Brad A.
258
476
1058

7 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 2

Ask the Community - shake shack

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Burgers 5,004 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

SmokeHouse Grille

SmokeHouse Grille

3.6
(100 reviews)
2.2 mi
•$$

I stopped here for lunch break for work, since it was on my way to my next destination…read more When I walked in, I was greeted professionally. I ordered my food, and it came out in a very timely fashion. Everything was very delicious too. If you're in Wall or near Route 34, scope, this place out for sure. Great prices and good food.

Along Wall Township, you will find this site of unapologetic bliss and gluttony behind an…read moreunassuming visage. Website: 5/5 It is easy to navigate, with many sections slowly coming to view as you scroll down the main page. It also had plenty of images of the food, enticing the viewer with utmost curiosity and craving. The menu items offer many selections with most of them having images representing them. Brand: 5/5 The entire aesthetic of SmokeHouse Grille relies on the appearance of an old-fashioned American grill. The interior especially evokes it, for the white-painted wooden walls, floors, and tables invite those looking for briskets. The pig is a recurring symbol throughout the establishment, since it represents the prevalence of briskets and pork products in the menu items. The staff mentioned that the SmokeHouse Grille's ideal first impressions would have an unassuming appearance, but surprise potential customers with their unusual food selection. Indeed, I can see how this could work for this establishment. Ambiance: 3/5 Despite having the appearance of a grill, there was definitely that eerie silence at some moments with no music playing over the radio. The benches where we sat did not feel readily fastened to the floor and I nearly fell off after adjusting myself a few times. The spaces between the tables definitely felt cramped. A silver-lining is that customers have an abundant option to eat outside where plenty of tables rest. Service: 5/5 The staff genuinely enjoyed her time working with the customers. Wait Time: 5/5 We experienced no delays waiting for our orders. Food: 5/5 I can say that pertaining to the Brand section, the hot dogs and the burgers definitely have unique twists to them. I expressed interest in the Mac Dog, which was essentially a course consisting of two hot dogs topped with macaroni and cheese with a side of French fries, with a side of peach tea. It had a well-cooked sausage and the mac-and-cheese topping solidified perfectly by maintaining heat while also not having a gooey intrusion upon my fingers. The buns held their form without disintegrating with every bite. The rich creaminess of the mac-and-cheese topping definitely complemented the spiciness of the hot dog sausage. Worth The Money?: 5/5 Although some of the menu items on the website did not have images, I nevertheless got a good idea of what to expect going in. If the SmokeHouse Grille found itself at some point when they could not make their food, they would default to Peruvian food, since the owner also owns the neighboring Perusa Peruvian Cuisine restaurant. I would be very interested to see traditional Peruvian foods with an American grill twist. I would also recommend giving the pig mascot a name. The relationship the SmokeHouse Grille has with the rest of the community is one that is based on the devotion of returning customers. Indeed, small businesses rely on this type of relationship and I would like to see it expand in the future. Pertaining to the unassuming appearance and unusual food, I can see how it could work, requiring a lot of word-of-mouth from returning customers. Also, if this unique aesthetic would work with music playing over the radio, then I would suggest classic rock along the lines of Chicago that appear old-fashioned in appearance, yet their songs have a variety of deep meanings. I will absolutely say that the food makes this establishment worth its price. The interior ambiance will not be a problem if you choose to eat outside. Rating: 5/5 Stars The average score rounded close to five out of five stars and I can definitely say that I have hope for the SmokeHouse Grille. Recommend To... Anyone enthralled to that unashamedly American brand of cheating food. American cuisine is rife with nutrient-negligent sludge packed with creamy, greasy flavor; might as well make it a part of you. I will not judge. I also recommend the SmokeHouse Grille to anyone who is either an extravert or knows someone who is, who will easily spread the word of this establishment to everyone they know.

Photos
SmokeHouse Grille
SmokeHouse Grille
Menu

See all

Menu
St. Stephen's Green Publick House

St. Stephen's Green Publick House

4.0
(368 reviews)
4.3 mi
•$$

If you want authentic Irish comfort food, St. Stephen's Green Publick House feels like you stepped…read moreright into a cozy pub in Ireland. We started with: Irish kettle chips--very addicting! Like nachos but they use kettle chips rather than tortilla chips. A baked Reuben dip (a special)--so cheesy and savory! A soft baked pretzel--perfect for sharing. Came with a spicy mustard! Then came the real Irish classics -- Irish sausage rolls--thick sausage wrapped in a pastry, a great comfort snack. Shepherds pie--a mix of ground beef and lamb. This was savory and perfect for a cold March day! Fish and chips--the BIGGEST fish ever and it was so light and battered well. And if you're a sandwich person, you have to try The Rail Bender which was a huge sandwich with mouthwatering beef brisket, and came with a savory au jus for dipping. For drinks, we went full Irish with their St. Paddy's day specials: Irish Lucky Charm, Irish Maid, and a Jameson Orange Creamsicle that tasted like dessert. If you're looking for the perfect spot to celebrate St. Patrick's Day all year round, this place absolutely delivers. The service was warm and friendly and was a welcoming place in Spring Lake!

Waited 10 minutes before a server came over to bring water. Music was so loud people were moving…read moretables away from band. Ordered then waited 45 minutes before- nothing came! we left. Horrible service. Don't go there.

Photos
St. Stephen's Green Publick House
St. Stephen's Green Publick House
St. Stephen's Green Publick House

See all

Harvest

Harvest

4.5
(325 reviews)
3.6 mi
•$$

I can't believe I waited so long to come back to Harvest. What was I thinking ?…read more We went out for lunch to celebrate my friend's birthday and Harvest turned out to be a great choice! The location is a little further than we would normally travel, but it was worth it. I loved all the farm to table foods they have. They even nicely promote all the partners they use right on the wall of the restaurant, so you know where all your food comes from. Everyone loved their meals! I had the Thai chicken sandwich and it was so flavorful and delicious. It came with a side and I picked baked sweet potato wedges that were really good and so memorable that a week later I am still thinking about them. Other dishes ordered were the chicken salad and strawberry salad which my friends both enjoyed. Our server was very good and didn't rush us as we were just chatting up a storm. The restaurant suggests reservations which are a good idea, especially for dinner. I will definitely be back and can't wait to put Harvest on my restaurant rotation. Sorry no photos this time... the food was just so good and we were hungry!

Stopped by for lunch and it wasn't busy at all! Got the duck with blueberry sauce and sweet potato…read morepuree which was cooked well! Very much enjoyed the whole dish though the string beans felt a bit lacking in flavor. Love the concept in general and love supporting local!!

Photos
Trilogy cake Just ok
Trilogy cake Just ok
Cherry bread pudding very good!
Cherry bread pudding very good!
TOP DISH Cioppino OUTSTANDING!

See all

TOP DISH Cioppino OUTSTANDING!
The Grand Tavern

The Grand Tavern

4.3
(294 reviews)
4.2 mi
•$$$

I'm in a mood so I'm gonna go on one today…read more The Grand Tavern is hands down the best restaurant in the area. My husband and I have been going here for years. We don't come as often as we used to because yes it is pricey but I would much rather come here and have a special night with incredible service, food, and drinks than still spend over $100 at another restaurant and get average food. The Grand Tavern is unpretentious, welcoming, entrees offer sizable portions. I have NEVER left hungry. Main complaints I see are price - again, yes it's expensive but it's worth it. Also you can see the menu before you go, how do you not know what you're walking into?? Complaints about the burger. First of all the menu changes seasonally. There's no way their patty is frozen. Everything is FRESH AF. And yeah, American cheese is king on a burger. Again, it's on the menu what did you expect? This is a restaurant that has literally never disappointed. I will always save my pennies for a great night out here. Everyone's entitled to their opinion obviously but entitlement is a hell of a drug. Check out the menu and have a great night.

Terrific food, my cavatelli was great, and the swordfish fresh and tasty. Fun cocktail service…read more (though it's Lent, so I was happy they offer a great NA IPA. The other 5 in my group enjoyed their drinks. Our server took our orders verbally, and all apps and mains came out without a hitch. No menus handed (they ask you to look at their website to choose!) and the menu is small, with specials limited to cocktails. It is dark and quite noisy (they did dial back the loudness after we asked) so keep that in mind.)

Photos
Indoor
Indoor
Arancini
Arancini
Espresso martini, brut

See all

Espresso martini, brut

shake shack - burgers - Updated June 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...