Complete sample report · Restaurant chain
Shake Shack
shakeshack.com · audited Oct 14, 2026 · 37 seconds
37
AI Readiness Score
D-
Grade
Estimated readiness per assistant, from signals measured on the site (not rankings inside those products):
Some practical content found but below benchmark. More tutorials and FAQs will improve ChatGPT visibility.
Some research signals found but below benchmark. More data points and sources will improve Perplexity visibility.
Good technical structure detected: 4 schema types, heading score 100/100, 18 images.
Limited analytical depth detected. Claude favours long-form content with frameworks and case studies.
The full report exactly as the app produced it, shown in the website's layout. Models: deepseek/deepseek-v4-flash (analysis) and perplexity/sonar (citation check), on an OpenRouter key. Independent audit of a public website; not affiliated with or endorsed by Shake Shack.
What we counted
From up to 10 pages and the sitemap. Strongest area: Schema Markup. Weakest area: Case Studies & Frameworks.
Tutorials
0
Case studies
0
FAQ sections
2
Data points
0
Frameworks
0
How-to mentions
0
Schema types
4
Outbound citations
2
Long-form score (0-100)
10
Business profile
Suggested from the homepage, then confirmed before the audit ran.
- Company
- Shake Shack
- Industry
- Restaurant
- Business type
- B2C
- Target audience
- Guests of Shake Shack
- Value proposition
- Provides services to guests of Shake Shack
- Priority keywords
- Online Ordering, Locations, Catering, Gift Cards, Nutrition & Allergen Info, Shack Store
- Competitors named
- fiveguys.com
AI crawler access
robots.txt checked with the standard rules (RFC 9309).
All 7 AI search crawlers are allowed.
AI search and answer crawlers
- Allowed
OAI-SearchBot
OpenAI · ChatGPT search
- Allowed
ChatGPT-User
OpenAI · pages ChatGPT opens
- Allowed
Claude-SearchBot
Anthropic · Claude search
- Allowed
Claude-User
Anthropic · pages Claude opens
- Allowed
PerplexityBot
Perplexity search
- Allowed
Perplexity-User
Perplexity · pages it opens
- Allowed
bingbot
Microsoft · Bing and Copilot
AI training crawlers (blocking is your choice)
- Allowed
GPTBot
OpenAI
- Allowed
ClaudeBot
Anthropic
- Allowed
Google-Extended
Google · Gemini
- Allowed
Applebot-Extended
Apple
- Allowed
CCBot
Common Crawl
- Allowed
meta-externalagent
Meta
llms.txt: not found · Sitemap in robots.txt: no
robots.txt as we read it (first 2,000 characters)
# # robots.txt # # This file is to prevent the crawling and indexing of certain parts # of your site by web crawlers and spiders run by sites like Yahoo! # and Google. By telling these "robots" where not to go on your site, # you save bandwidth and server resources. # # This file will be ignored unless it is at the root of your host: # Used: http://example.com/robots.txt # Ignored: http://example.com/site/robots.txt # # For more information about the robots.txt standard, see: # http://www.robotstxt.org/robotstxt.html User-agent: * # CSS, JS, Images Allow: /core/*.css$ Allow: /core/*.css? Allow: /core/*.js$ Allow: /core/*.js? Allow: /core/*.gif Allow: /core/*.jpg Allow: /core/*.jpeg Allow: /core/*.png Allow: /core/*.svg Allow: /profiles/*.css$ Allow: /profiles/*.css? Allow: /profiles/*.js$ Allow: /profiles/*.js? Allow: /profiles/*.gif Allow: /profiles/*.jpg Allow: /profiles/*.jpeg Allow: /profiles/*.png Allow: /profiles/*.svg # Directories Disallow: /core/ Disallow: /profiles/ # Files Disallow: /README.md Disallow: /composer/Metapackage/README.txt Disallow: /composer/Plugin/ProjectMessage/README.md Disallow: /composer/Plugin/Scaffold/README.md Disallow: /composer/Plugin/VendorHardening/README.txt Disallow: /composer/Template/README.txt Disallow: /modules/README.txt Disallow: /sites/README.txt Disallow: /themes/README.txt Disallow: /web.config # Paths (clean URLs) Disallow: /admin/ Disallow: /comment/reply/ Disallow: /filter/tips Disallow: /node/add/ Disallow: /search/ Disallow: /user/register Disallow: /user/password Disallow: /user/login Disallow: /user/logout Disallow: /media/oembed Disallow: /*/media/oembed # Paths (no clean URLs) Disallow: /index.php/admin/ Disallow: /index.php/comment/reply/ Disallow: /index.php/filter/tips Disallow: /index.php/node/add/ Disallow: /index.php/search/ Disallow: /index.php/user/password Disallow: /index.php/user/register Disallow: /index.php/user/login Disallow: /index.php/user/logout Disallow: /index.php/media/oembed Disallow:
AEO blueprint: 45/100
On-page and public checks that help AI assistants understand and trust a site.
E-E-A-T
21/35
Why it matters: Shows who is behind the content
- Author byline
- Wikidata entity linked to this domain
- Organization schema
- Privacy policy and terms pages
Off-site authority
30/30
Why it matters: Wikipedia, Wikidata and LinkedIn. Review sites and Reddit block automated checks, so they are not scored.
- Wikidata entity whose official website is this domain
- Wikipedia article for that entity
- LinkedIn company page found
Answer capsule
0/25
Why it matters: A direct answer AI can quote
- Definition-first opening
- Declarative H1
- Data point in the first 3 sentences
Schema completeness
6/20
Why it matters: Machine-readable facts about you
- Organization schema
- Article schema
- FAQPage schema
- BreadcrumbList schema
Content freshness
0/15
Why it matters: Shows content is current
- No dateModified found
- Visible "Last updated" note
AI bot access
6/10
Why it matters: Blocked crawlers cannot read your pages
- All AI search crawlers allowed
- llms.txt present
- Sitemap in robots.txt
Fan-out coverage
1/10
Why it matters: Covers related follow-up questions
- H1 is declarative (not a question)
- Answer blocks under headings: 0
Entity consistency
3/5
Why it matters: Same name and facts everywhere
- Entity coherence: moderate
Gaps found
- No author byline (E-E-A-T, critical impact). Add visible author byline with name and link to bio page on all content pages
- No dateModified in schema (Content Freshness, medium impact). Add dateModified to Article/BlogPosting schema on all content pages
Quick wins
- Rewrite opening paragraph as a direct definition-first answer (1 hour per page, medium)
- Add author byline to content pages (2 hours, easy)
- Add llms.txt to your domain root (30 minutes, easy)
Industry benchmark: Restaurants & Local Businesses
Reference targets set by us for this industry, not a live dataset of other companies.
| Overall | ChatGPT | Perplexity | Gemini | Claude | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shake Shack | 37 | 35 | 38 | 45 | 27 |
| Reference target | 25 | 24 | 22 | 28 | 24 |
| Stretch target | 50 | 48 | 46 | 55 | 48 |
What strong sites in this industry do
- Menu, location and opening-hours pages answer the questions customers ask
- Location pages give AI assistants clear local facts
- FAQ pages about ordering, delivery and dietary needs are easy to quote
Common gaps to check
- Menus and hours shown only in images or PDFs that AI may not read
- No Restaurant or LocalBusiness schema for address and opening hours
- Allergen and nutrition details hard to find
- Missing or unreadable sitemap
Strengths and areas to improve
Strengths
- Shake Shack implements 4 schema markup types, enhancing discoverability in AI and search platforms
Areas to improve
- No llms.txt file: AI assistants get no curated summary of your key pages.
- No readable XML sitemap: crawlers (including AI search crawlers) can miss pages.
Domain authority
Low
Content structure
Good
Schema markup
Implemented
Entity recognition
Weak
Competitive landscape and AI visibility potential
Compared with the competitor named before the audit: fiveguys.com.
Competitor strengths
- Five Guys offers customizable burgers with many free toppings.
- Five Guys provides generous portions of fries.
- Five Guys has a strong brand loyalty for classic burgers.
- Five Guys locations are widely available in the US.
- Five Guys emphasizes fresh, never frozen beef.
Competitor weaknesses
- Five Guys lacks a diverse menu beyond burgers and fries.
- Five Guys does not offer shakes or frozen custard.
- Five Guys has limited online ordering options.
- Five Guys provides no catering services.
- Five Guys has fewer vegetarian or plant-based options.
Market opportunities
- Shake Shack can own content on menu variety and shakes.
- Shake Shack can lead on online ordering convenience.
- Shake Shack can dominate catering-related queries.
- Shake Shack can highlight nutrition and allergen transparency.
- Shake Shack can create content on seasonal and limited-time offerings.
AI visibility potential: Low
ChatGPT
Weak
Perplexity
Weak
Gemini
Weak
Claude
Weak
AI Citation Check
8 customer questions asked to a live AI search engine (perplexity/sonar) on Oct 14, 2026. Answers vary between runs; this is a dated snapshot.
63%
Shake Shack mentioned in 5 of 8 answers
“Does Shake Shack offer online ordering for pickup or delivery?”
Mention: “Yes. Shake Shack offers online ordering for pickup through its app and website, with options like curbside, walk-up, and…”
Full AI answer:
Yes. Shake Shack offers online ordering for pickup through its app and website, with options like curbside, walk-up, and in-store pickup at eligible locations. It also offers delivery online in many markets, including directly through the Shack App/website in the U.S. and through third-party platforms such as Uber Eats in some locations. Availability can vary by location, so the exact pickup and delivery options depend on the Shack near you.
“Can I buy a Shake Shack gift card online?”
Mention: “Yes - Shake Shack sells gift cards online, including eGift cards through its own website and app.249 A few detail…”
Full AI answer:
Yes - Shake Shack sells gift cards online, including eGift cards through its own website and app. A few details matter: • Shake Shack’s terms say gift cards can be purchased digitally by email, and the minimum card amount is $10 with a maximum of $300 per gift card, subject to certain bulk-purchase rules. • The gift cards are generally usable for food, beverage, or merchandise at participating U.S. Shake Shack locations, and can also be used for online/app orders by entering the card number and PIN. • Third-party retailers also sell Shake Shack gift cards online, including email-delivery options. If you want, I can also point you to the best official option for buying one online or explain how to use it in the app.
“What are the nutrition and allergen details for Shake Shack menu items?”
Mention: “Shake Shack’s nutrition and allergen details are available through its official nutrition documents, which list calo…”
Full AI answer:
Shake Shack’s nutrition and allergen details are available through its official nutrition documents, which list calories, fat, carbs, protein, sodium, and other values for each menu item. The menu also includes allergen-related ingredient information in its nutrition/allergen materials, so the exact details depend on the specific item you want. Here are the most useful takeaways from the official nutrition data: • Single ShackBurger: 500 calories in the 2023 master nutrition sheet. • Double ShackBurger: 760 calories in the 2023 master nutrition sheet. • French fries: 420 calories in third-party compilations that reflect Shake Shack’s menu data. • Cheese fries: 560–640 calories depending on the source/version of the menu data. • Vanilla Shake, Mini (8 oz): 340 calories, 18g fat, 36g carbs, 9g protein, 220mg sodium in Shake Shack’s 2023 nutrition spreadsheet. For broader menu patterns, third-party summaries based on Shake Shack’s nutrition information show that burgers generally range from about 390 to 930 calories, shakes from about 650 to 840 calories, and drinks from 0 to 270 calories. More recent compiled nutrition pages also list many individual items, such as the Black & White Shake at 770 calories and the Chocolate Shake at 750 calories. For allergen details, Shake Shack’s official nutrition/allergen materials are the right source because allergen content varies by product and customization. If you want, I can give you the nutrition and allergen information for a specific Shake Shack item - for example, a burger, chicken sandwich, shake, fries, or drink.
“Which burger chains have gluten-free bun options?”Also named: Culver's, Chick-fil-A, BurgerFi, Smashburger, Fatburger, Red Robin
Mention: “…eral burger chains offer gluten-free bun options, including Culver’s, Shake Shack (most locations), Chick-fil-A, BurgerFi, Smashburger, Fatburger, and Red Robin.12…”
Full AI answer:
Several burger chains offer gluten-free bun options, including Culver’s, Shake Shack (most locations), Chick-fil-A, BurgerFi, Smashburger, Fatburger, and Red Robin. A few notes: • Culver’s offers a gluten-free bun that can be swapped into ButterBurgers and other sandwiches. • Shake Shack offers gluten-free buns at most locations, though not every menu item can be made gluten-free because of fillings. • Chick-fil-A offers a certified gluten-free bun, individually packaged to reduce cross-contact. • BurgerFi offers Udi’s gluten-free buns for burgers and sandwiches. • Red Robin offers a gluten-free bun or lettuce wrap for every burger on the menu. If you want, I can also narrow this down to national chains only, or list which ones are considered the safest for celiac diners.
“What restaurants offer catering for office parties near me?”Also named: Applebee's, Chick-fil-A, Smashburger, Olive Garden, Cracker Barrel, QDOBA, The Gilbert House
Full AI answer:
Several restaurants near you offer office-party catering, including Applebee’s, Chick-fil-A, Smashburger, Olive Garden, Cracker Barrel, and QDOBA. The search results also show a local option, The Gilbert House in Gilbert, AZ, that explicitly offers private parties and catering for office gatherings. • Applebee’s offers catering trays for office lunches, corporate business meetings, office parties, and conferences, with online, phone, or in-restaurant ordering and takeout or delivery at participating locations. • Chick-fil-A offers catering for coworker groups, including party trays, packaged meals, entrées, sides, sandwiches, salads, nuggets, and wraps. • Smashburger offers catering for meetings, parties, corporate events, and luncheons, including delivery or pickup at participating locations. • Olive Garden offers catering for office meetings and employee appreciation, with delivery, setup, and carside pickup. • Cracker Barrel offers business catering for office meetings, holiday parties, and employee appreciation, with buffet-style or individually packaged meals. • QDOBA offers catering for office lunches with customizable hot bars, taco kits, burrito packs, and party trays. • The Gilbert House offers private parties and catering for office gatherings and office get-togethers. If you want, I can narrow this down to restaurants actually near your location and list the best options by distance, price, or type of food.
“Where can I order a ShackBurger and fries for delivery?”
Mention: “You can order a ShackBurger and fries for delivery through Shake Shack’s app or website at participating locations, and Shake Shack also offers delivery through Uber Eats an…”
Full AI answer:
You can order a ShackBurger and fries for delivery through Shake Shack’s app or website at participating locations, and Shake Shack also offers delivery through Uber Eats and Postmates in many cities. If you want a place that explicitly lists both items for delivery, examples from the results include: • Atlanta, GA via Uber Eats, where Shake Shack delivery is available and the menu includes ShackBurger and fries. • Los Angeles, CA via Uber Eats, where Shake Shack delivery is available at multiple locations. • Austin, TX via Uber Eats, where the South Lamar location says ShackBurger and fries are available and delivery is available. • New York City via Postmates, where Shake Shack delivery pages show fries and ShackBurger meal options. If you tell me your city or ZIP code, I can narrow it down to the best delivery option near you.
“What fast casual spots sell gift cards that can be used online?”Also named: Panera Bread, Chipotle, Moe's Southwest Grill, Smashburger, Zaxby's, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh
Full AI answer:
These fast casual chains sell gift cards that can be used online: Panera Bread, Chipotle, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and Smashburger. • Panera Bread - eGift cards are listed as redeemable online and in the Panera app, including Rapid Pick-Up and contactless delivery orders. • Chipotle - included among fast-casual eGift cards sold by GiftCards.com. • Moe’s Southwest Grill - its gift card terms say it is usable for purchases online at Moes.com and at participating locations. • Smashburger - says gift cards can be used online, in the app, or in-store. A couple of other fast-casual brands show gift cards for sale online, but the sources I found do not clearly confirm online redemption in the same way: Zaxby’s and Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh.
“Which burger places list full allergen info on their website?”Also named: Red Robin, BurgerFi, Five Guys, In-N-Out Burger, Jack in the Box, Grill'd, McDonald's UK, Hwy 55
Full AI answer:
Several burger chains do list full allergen information online, typically as an allergen guide, PDF, or ingredient table on their website. From the results you provided, these include Red Robin, BurgerFi, Five Guys, In-N-Out Burger, Jack in the Box, Grill’d, McDonald’s UK, Hwy 55, Tasty Burger, Smoke & Pepper, and Midcity Smashburger. A few examples of what “full allergen info” looks like on those sites: • BurgerFi posts an allergen information guide that lists menu items against the FDA’s top eight allergens. • Five Guys says it supplies detailed nutrition and allergy information for its food. • In-N-Out Burger provides an allergen PDF and notes that items not listed are not known to have major allergens or cross-contact risk. • McDonald’s UK says you can find a full ingredient declaration for its food, including burgers, through its online nutrition tool or allergen booklet. • Midcity Smashburger publishes a menu allergen table covering gluten, dairy, egg, soy, peanut, tree nut, shellfish, fish, and sesame. If you want, I can turn this into a clean shortlist of only U.S. chains, or separate them into website tables vs downloadable PDFs.
Competitors named in AI answers
Fix-It Playbook
2 actions, ranked by priority and filtered for this industry. Open any action for the steps and code.
highAll Platformseasy · 30 minutesPublish an XML SitemapNow: No sitemap found at /sitemap.xml or in robots.txt (or it was blocked) → Target: sitemap.xml listing all public pages, referenced in robots.txt
Expected effect: Helps every crawler find all your pages
- Turn on your CMS sitemap (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow and Wix generate one) or use a sitemap generator
- Make sure /sitemap.xml is publicly reachable
- Add "Sitemap: https://yoursite.com/sitemap.xml" to robots.txt
mediumAll Platformseasy · 10 minutesPublish an llms.txt FileNow: No llms.txt found at your domain root → Target: llms.txt served at /llms.txt listing your key pages
Expected effect: Gives AI assistants a clean map of your key pages
- Take llms.txt from your AEO Pack
- Review the page list and summary
- Upload it to the root of your domain
- Check it loads at https://shakeshack.com/llms.txt
AEO Pack: all 10 files
Generated from shakeshack.com's own pages. Anything we couldn't verify is a [REPLACE: ...] placeholder. Open any file to see it in full.
llms.txt (584 characters)
# Shake Shack > Provides services to guests of Shake Shack Shake Shack operates in Restaurant (B2C). Primary audience: Guests of Shake Shack. Key topics: Online Ordering, Locations, Catering, Gift Cards, Nutrition & Allergen Info, Shack Store. ## Key pages - [Home](https://shakeshack.com) - [FAQs](https://shakeshack.com/faq) - [Stay Up To Date On Shake Shack: Menu Launches & Promotions](https://shakeshack.com/blog): Stay updated with the latest Shake Shack news and developments. Discover new menu items, announcements, and promo updates tailored for Shake Shack enthusiasts.
llms-full.txt (5,436 characters)
# Shake Shack > Provides services to guests of Shake Shack ## Home Page Source: https://shakeshack.com Sections: Our Menu ## FAQs Source: https://shakeshack.com/faq Sections: Our Menu ## Stay Up To Date On Shake Shack: Menu Launches & Promotions Source: https://shakeshack.com/blog Sections: Our Menu · Blog Home Stay updated with the latest Shake Shack news and developments. Discover new menu items, announcements, and promo updates tailored for Shake Shack enthusiasts. ## Frequently asked questions **What are your gluten-free options?** <div>We’ll gladly accommodate a gluten-free diet at each Shake Shack upon request. Just ask the Shack team for assistance and they’ll be happy to help. You can also reference our <a href="https://shakeshack.com/document/2451" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Allergen Information</u></a> before ordering. </div><div></div><div>Here are a few gluten-free suggestions:</div><div></div><ul><li>Any burger can be ordered with a lettuce wrap, and most of our U.S. Shacks offer gluten-free buns. Flat-top dogs can also be ordered with a lettuce wrap.</li></ul><ul><li>Avoid ordering **Can I change my order after it's placed?** <div>Shack App and Website orders can’t be changed once placed, but they can be cancelled up to 30 minutes before your selected pick-up time.</div><div></div><div>If you placed an order in person, please reach out to a Team Member for help.</div> **How do I download the Shack App?** <div>It's easy! Download the Shack App from the <a href="https://bit.ly/shack-app" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>App Store</u></a> or the <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shakeshack.android" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Google Play store</u></a>.</div> **Does Shake Shack deliver?** <div>We sure do! Delivery is available directly through the Shack App or website for most of our U.S. Shacks. While we process the payment through our system, UberEats partners with us to provide a courier to deliver each order.</div><div><br/></div><div>You can also get delivery on third-party delivery platforms like Uber Eats, Postmates, Door Dash, and GrubHub.</div> **Does Shake Shack cater?** <div>Yes we do. Please fill out the <a href="https://shakeshack.com/contact?inquiryType=CATERING#/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">catering form</a> on our Help Center page. Although we don’t have an official catering program, we can often accommodate large order requests! If possible, please make your requests with 72 hours notice.</div><div></div><div>Additionally, if you’re in the greater Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, or CT), you can also book our Shack Truck for your event!</div> **What is the Shake Shack Food Truck?** <div>The Shake Shack Truck is a food truck perfect for fueling private events and parties!</div><div><br/></div><div>Want the truck at your event? Fill out the <a href="https://shakeshack.com/truck#/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Shack Truck form</u></a> and our team will follow up with you.</div><div><br/></div><div>*At this time, the Shack Truck only serves the NJ Tri-State Area, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Eastern Pennsylvania, and adjoining areas.</div> **How do I purchase a gift card?** <div>You can purchase eGift cards online <a href="https://shakeshack.com/gift-card#/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>here</u></a>. Alternatively, you can purchase physical gift cards at any of our Shack locations in the U.S., except for those located at stadiums, airports, travel plazas, and event venues. Gift cards are not accepted at those locations, or at locations outside of the United States.</div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://shakeshack.com/GCTerms#/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Gift Card Terms & Conditions</u></a></div> **Where can I use my promo code?** <div>Our promo codes can be redeemed on our App and web, as well as in-person at participating Shacks! To redeem a promo code, ensure you add the specified item to your cart and apply the code during checkout. If the code doesn't work, check if it has expired or if there are specific terms and conditions. If issues persist, contact customer support for assistance.</div><div><br/></div><div>Only one promo code can be redeemed per order. If you want to use multiple offers, place separate orders for each promo code.</div> **How do I reset my password?** <div>If your account is linked to your email, please enter your email, then enter the verification code sent to your email. If you’re not seeing it, we recommend checking your junk folder.</div><div><br/></div><div>If your Shack account is linked to one of your social accounts, you'll need to reset the password there instead. Check out how to do that with an <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210426" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Apple account</u></a>, <a href="https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/3466521?hl=en#:~:text=they%20already%20have.-,Go%20to%20the **Does Shake Shack franchise?** <div>We don't offer franchising at this time, but some of our Shacks are operated via licensed agreements. Check out the <a href="https://shakeshack.com/be-our-partner#/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><u>Be Our Partner</u></a> page to learn more.</div>
robots-patch.txt (1,424 characters)
# robots.txt additions for AI search & assistants: Shake Shack # Generated 2026-10-14 # # How robots.txt works (RFC 9309): each crawler follows the group that names it # and ignores "User-agent: *". So a named group below lets that crawler in even # if you block other bots under "*". Order in the file does not matter. # Keep any Disallow lines for private areas (e.g. /admin, /cart, /account). # ── 1. AI SEARCH & ANSWER CRAWLERS (recommended) ───────────────────────────── # These fetch pages to show and cite them in AI answers. # OpenAI: OAI-SearchBot (ChatGPT search), ChatGPT-User (user-requested visits) # Anthropic: Claude-SearchBot (search), Claude-User (user-requested visits) # Perplexity: PerplexityBot (search), Perplexity-User (user-requested visits) # Microsoft: bingbot (Bing & Copilot) User-agent: OAI-SearchBot User-agent: ChatGPT-User User-agent: Claude-SearchBot User-agent: Claude-User User-agent: PerplexityBot User-agent: Perplexity-User User-agent: bingbot Allow: / # ── 2. AI TRAINING CRAWLERS (optional: your choice) ───────────────────────── # These collect content to train models. Allowing them is not required to be # cited in AI search. Remove the "#" to allow them. # User-agent: GPTBot # User-agent: ClaudeBot # User-agent: Google-Extended # User-agent: Applebot-Extended # User-agent: CCBot # Allow: / # Add your sitemap once you have one: # Sitemap: https://shakeshack.com/sitemap.xml
schema/Organization.jsonld (692 characters)
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "Organization",
"name": "Shake Shack",
"url": "https://shakeshack.com/",
"description": "Provides services to guests of Shake Shack",
"logo": "https://shakeshack.com//themes/custom/shake_shack/logo.svg",
"sameAs": [
"https://www.instagram.com/shakeshack",
"https://twitter.com/shakeshack",
"https://www.facebook.com/shakeshack",
"https://www.youtube.com/user/shakeshack",
"https://www.tiktok.com/@shakeshack",
"https://www.linkedin.com/company/shakeshack"
],
"knowsAbout": [
"Online Ordering",
"Locations",
"Catering",
"Gift Cards",
"Nutrition & Allergen Info",
"Shack Store"
]
}schema/WebSite.jsonld (121 characters)
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "WebSite",
"name": "Shake Shack",
"url": "https://shakeshack.com/"
}schema/FAQPage.jsonld (6,358 characters)
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "FAQPage",
"mainEntity": [
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What are your gluten-free options?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>We’ll gladly accommodate a gluten-free diet at each Shake Shack upon request. Just ask the Shack team for assistance and they’ll be happy to help. You can also reference our <a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/document/2451\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Allergen Information</u></a> before ordering. </div><div></div><div>Here are a few gluten-free suggestions:</div><div></div><ul><li>Any burger can be ordered with a lettuce wrap, and most of our U.S. Shacks offer gluten-free buns. Flat-top dogs can also be ordered with a lettuce wrap.</li></ul><ul><li>Avoid ordering "
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can I change my order after it's placed?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>Shack App and Website orders can’t be changed once placed, but they can be cancelled up to 30 minutes before your selected pick-up time.</div><div></div><div>If you placed an order in person, please reach out to a Team Member for help.</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How do I download the Shack App?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>It's easy! Download the Shack App from the <a href=\"https://bit.ly/shack-app\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>App Store</u></a> or the <a href=\"https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shakeshack.android\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Google Play store</u></a>.</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Does Shake Shack deliver?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>We sure do! Delivery is available directly through the Shack App or website for most of our U.S. Shacks. While we process the payment through our system, UberEats partners with us to provide a courier to deliver each order.</div><div><br/></div><div>You can also get delivery on third-party delivery platforms like Uber Eats, Postmates, Door Dash, and GrubHub.</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Does Shake Shack cater?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>Yes we do. Please fill out the <a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/contact?inquiryType=CATERING#/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">catering form</a> on our Help Center page. Although we don’t have an official catering program, we can often accommodate large order requests! If possible, please make your requests with 72 hours notice.</div><div></div><div>Additionally, if you’re in the greater Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, or CT), you can also book our Shack Truck for your event!</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the Shake Shack Food Truck?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>The Shake Shack Truck is a food truck perfect for fueling private events and parties!</div><div><br/></div><div>Want the truck at your event? Fill out the <a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/truck#/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Shack Truck form</u></a> and our team will follow up with you.</div><div><br/></div><div>*At this time, the Shack Truck only serves the NJ Tri-State Area, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Eastern Pennsylvania, and adjoining areas.</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How do I purchase a gift card?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>You can purchase eGift cards online <a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/gift-card#/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>here</u></a>. Alternatively, you can purchase physical gift cards at any of our Shack locations in the U.S., except for those located at stadiums, airports, travel plazas, and event venues. Gift cards are not accepted at those locations, or at locations outside of the United States.</div><div><br/></div><div><a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/GCTerms#/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Gift Card Terms & Conditions</u></a></div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Where can I use my promo code?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>Our promo codes can be redeemed on our App and web, as well as in-person at participating Shacks! To redeem a promo code, ensure you add the specified item to your cart and apply the code during checkout. If the code doesn't work, check if it has expired or if there are specific terms and conditions. If issues persist, contact customer support for assistance.</div><div><br/></div><div>Only one promo code can be redeemed per order. If you want to use multiple offers, place separate orders for each promo code.</div>"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How do I reset my password?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>If your account is linked to your email, please enter your email, then enter the verification code sent to your email. If you’re not seeing it, we recommend checking your junk folder.</div><div><br/></div><div>If your Shack account is linked to one of your social accounts, you'll need to reset the password there instead. Check out how to do that with an <a href=\"https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210426\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Apple account</u></a>, <a href=\"https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/3466521?hl=en#:~:text=they%20already%20have.-,Go%20to%20the"
}
},
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Does Shake Shack franchise?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "<div>We don't offer franchising at this time, but some of our Shacks are operated via licensed agreements. Check out the <a href=\"https://shakeshack.com/be-our-partner#/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Be Our Partner</u></a> page to learn more.</div>"
}
}
]
}schema/Article.jsonld (647 characters)
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "Article",
"headline": "[REPLACE: article title, max 110 characters]",
"description": "[REPLACE: one-sentence summary]",
"author": {
"@type": "Person",
"name": "[REPLACE: author name]",
"url": "[REPLACE: author bio page URL]"
},
"publisher": {
"@type": "Organization",
"name": "Shake Shack",
"logo": {
"@type": "ImageObject",
"url": "https://shakeshack.com//themes/custom/shake_shack/logo.svg"
}
},
"datePublished": "[REPLACE: YYYY-MM-DD]",
"dateModified": "[REPLACE: YYYY-MM-DD]",
"mainEntityOfPage": "[REPLACE: full URL of the article]"
}schema/BreadcrumbList.jsonld (492 characters)
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "BreadcrumbList",
"itemListElement": [
{
"@type": "ListItem",
"position": 1,
"name": "Home",
"item": "https://shakeshack.com/"
},
{
"@type": "ListItem",
"position": 2,
"name": "[REPLACE: section name, e.g. Blog]",
"item": "https://shakeshack.com/[REPLACE: section-path]"
},
{
"@type": "ListItem",
"position": 3,
"name": "[REPLACE: page title]"
}
]
}markdown-twins/homepage.md (83 characters)
# Home Page - Our Menu --- Source: https://shakeshack.com/ · Generated 2026-10-14
INSTRUCTIONS.md (1,877 characters)
# AEO Pack: Shake Shack Generated 2026-10-14 by Citation Rocket from the pages we could read on https://shakeshack.com. Nothing here is invented: values we could not verify are marked [REPLACE: …]. | File | Where it goes | Priority | |---|---|---| | robots-patch.txt | Merge into https://shakeshack.com/robots.txt | High | | llms.txt | https://shakeshack.com/llms.txt | High | | schema/Organization.jsonld | Homepage <head> | High | | schema/WebSite.jsonld | Homepage <head> | Medium | | schema/FAQPage.jsonld | The page that shows these questions | Medium | | schema/Article.jsonld | Each blog post / article (template) | Medium | | schema/BreadcrumbList.jsonld | Inner pages (template) | Low | | llms-full.txt | https://shakeshack.com/llms-full.txt | Low | | markdown-twins/homepage.md | Optional plain-text copy of your homepage | Low | ## 1. robots.txt Open robots-patch.txt and copy section 1 into your existing robots.txt. Section 2 (training crawlers) is optional. Check the result at https://shakeshack.com/robots.txt. ## 2. llms.txt Upload to the root of your domain so it is served at https://shakeshack.com/llms.txt (WordPress: upload to the site root via your host's file manager or a plugin; Webflow/Framer/Squarespace/Wix: use the platform's custom-file or redirect feature; Vercel/Netlify/Next.js: put it in /public). ## 3. Schema markup (JSON-LD) Each .jsonld file must be wrapped in a script tag inside <head>: ```html <script type="application/ld+json"> … paste the file contents here … </script> ``` - Replace every [REPLACE: …] value before publishing, or remove that property. - FAQPage: these questions were taken from your site. Add the markup only to the page where they are visible. - Validate with https://validator.schema.org and Google's Rich Results Test. ## 4. Verify Re-run your Citation Rocket audit after publishing to see the change.
20 content topic ideas
Written by AI from the confirmed business details and the gaps we measured. Any number in a topic must appear on the site itself. No search-volume data is used.
Authoritative
What are the most popular menu items at Shake Shack?
Fills a gap for customers seeking menu recommendations, leveraging the site's detailed menu information.
faq · ChatGPT · Easy · 1-2 hours
How do I place an online order for pickup or delivery at Shake Shack?
Addresses a common customer query about online ordering, directly supporting the priority keyword.
how-to · Perplexity · Medium · 2-4 hours
Does Shake Shack offer catering services for events?
Answers a frequent question about catering, aligning with the priority keyword and service offering.
faq · Gemini · Easy · 1-2 hours
What are the nutrition and allergen facts for Shake Shack menu items?
Provides essential information for health-conscious guests, filling a key content gap.
faq · Claude · Easy · 1-2 hours
Where can I find Shake Shack locations near me?
Supports the location priority keyword and helps customers find nearby restaurants.
faq · ChatGPT · Easy · 1-2 hours
Thought leadership
How are fast-casual restaurants adapting to the demand for sustainable packaging?
Positions Shake Shack as an industry leader on sustainability trends.
data-driven · Perplexity · Hard · 5-10 hours
What trends are shaping the future of burger chains in 2026?
Explores industry trends, establishing thought leadership in the burger segment.
data-driven · Gemini · Hard · 5-10 hours
How can restaurants improve the guest experience through digital ordering?
Addresses a key industry challenge, leveraging Shake Shack's online ordering expertise.
how-to · Claude · Medium · 2-4 hours
What role do loyalty programs play in customer retention for fast-casual dining?
Discusses customer retention strategies, relevant to Shake Shack's guest focus.
data-driven · ChatGPT · Hard · 5-10 hours
How are restaurants using data to personalize menu recommendations?
Explores personalization trends, applicable to Shake Shack's digital services.
framework · Perplexity · Hard · 8-15 hours
Competitive advantage
How does Shake Shack's ShackSauce compare to Five Guys' toppings?
Directly compares a signature item, highlighting Shake Shack's unique flavor.
faq · Gemini · Easy · 1-2 hours
What makes Shake Shack's burger quality different from Five Guys?
Addresses a common comparison, emphasizing Shake Shack's premium ingredients.
faq · Claude · Easy · 1-2 hours
Does Shake Shack offer a better value than Five Guys for families?
Helps customers decide based on value, a key competitive factor.
faq · ChatGPT · Easy · 1-2 hours
How does Shake Shack's menu variety compare to Five Guys?
Highlights Shake Shack's diverse menu, including shakes and hot dogs.
faq · Perplexity · Easy · 1-2 hours
What are the key differences in the dining experience at Shake Shack versus Five Guys?
Compares ambiance and service, showcasing Shake Shack's modern feel.
faq · Gemini · Easy · 1-2 hours
Emerging opportunity
Are there any new plant-based options at Shake Shack in 2026?
Addresses growing demand for plant-based items, a content gap.
faq · Claude · Easy · 1-2 hours
How can I order Shake Shack for a large group or event?
Emerging need for group ordering, supporting catering priority keyword.
how-to · ChatGPT · Medium · 2-4 hours
What are the best Shake Shack menu items for people with dietary restrictions?
Fills a gap for allergen and dietary information beyond standard nutrition.
faq · Perplexity · Easy · 1-2 hours
Does Shake Shack offer any limited-time or seasonal menu items?
Captures interest in seasonal offerings, a common customer query.
faq · Gemini · Easy · 1-2 hours
How can I give a Shake Shack gift card as a present?
Supports the gift card priority keyword with practical guidance.
how-to · Claude · Medium · 2-4 hours
Analysis details
Top recommendations
- Keep publishing structured, question-led content.
- Audit time
- 37 seconds
- Competitors analysed
- 1
- Data sources
- website content, sitemap, robots.txt, deterministic scoring, AI topic generation
- Analysis model
- deepseek/deepseek-v4-flash
Scores indicate content alignment potential, not actual citation counts.. Topic ideas are AI-generated suggestions based on your site and business details. No search-volume data is used.
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