Steak ‘n Shake, the American fast-food chain famous for its burgers and shakes, has set its sights on El Salvador for its first Latin American location. The move comes as the company doubles down on accepting Bitcoin payments, a strategy that has already driven sales growth in its U.S. operations. The expansion taps into El Salvador’s position as the first nation to make Bitcoin legal tender. Company leaders see the country as a natural fit for their crypto-friendly approach. Steak ‘n Shake began taking Bitcoin at its U.S. restaurants in May 2025, and executives link that decision to an 11 percent jump in same-store ... (full story)