Shake Shack’s Black Truffle Menu is back, and this time it comes with a new companion: Mac & Cheese Bites. The limited-time lineup returns after a hiatus, bringing the signature black truffle sauce made with black truffle oil from Umbria, Italy, to a trio of menu items.
The menu runs through October 27, 2026, and the core of it is simple: three burgers, one mushroom sandwich, and a new cheese bite, all dressed in that rich, earthy sauce. Here is what you get, and what it costs at a local Shake Shack.
The Black Truffle Sauce
The sauce is the star. Made with black truffle oil from Umbria, Italy, it coats everything on the menu. The oil carries that distinctive umami note that sets truffle dishes apart from regular burgers, and Shake Shack has built its whole lineup around it.
The Black Truffle Burger ($10.99 for a Single, $13.99 for a Double, $16.99 for a Triple) is the entry point. A quarter-pound Angus beef patty, topped with fontina cheese, crispy-fried sweet onions, and that black truffle sauce, all on a toasted potato bun. Double and Triple versions let you stack the meat higher, though the price climbs accordingly.
The Black Truffle ‘Shroom ($11.49) takes a different path. It is a crispy-fried portobello mushroom filled with melted Muenster and cheddar cheeses, served with shredded lettuce and black truffle sauce on a toasted potato bun. It is the vegetarian option on the menu, and it shares the bun treatment with the burger.
The Black Truffle Shack Stack ($14.79) combines elements of both. It starts with a quarter-pound Angus beef patty, then adds a crispy-fried portobello mushroom stuffed with Muenster and cheddar, fontina cheese, and the black truffle sauce, all on a toasted potato bun.
New Mac & Cheese Bites
The Mac & Cheese Bites are the addition this year. They are new, and they give diners a smaller, shareable option alongside the larger sandwiches. The bites sit alongside the truffle offerings, offering something lighter for those who want a taste without committing to a full meal.
What the Menu Costs
Here is the full breakdown of the prices at a local Shake Shack:
- Black Truffle Burger: $10.99 (Single), $13.99 (Double), $16.99 (Triple)
- Black Truffle ‘Shroom: $11.49
- Black Truffle Shack Stack: $14.79
- Mac & Cheese Bites: new this year
The pricing pattern shows the cost of adding a patty. The Double costs $3 more than the Single, and the Triple costs $3 more again. The ‘Shroom and the Stack sit above the burger’s base price.
Why the Truffle Sauce Works
The black truffle sauce is the draw. It is the difference between a standard burger and a special one, and Shake Shack has spent years building its reputation on that contrast. The oil from Umbria gives the sauce its depth, and the menu items are designed to let that flavor shine through.
The burger’s sweet onions are a smart pairing. Sweet and savory together are a classic combination, and the fried onions add texture that cuts through the richness of the sauce. The ‘Shroom and the Stack both use the same fried portobello, which means the truffle sauce is doing double duty across the menu.
Our View on the Return
The Black Truffle Menu’s return is a solid move. The sauce is the draw, and the menu items are straightforward enough that they do not overreach. The Mac & Cheese Bites add variety, and the pricing structure makes it easy to try a few things without breaking the bank.
For the curious, the Stack offers a way to sample the most intense version of the truffle sauce. The burger or the ‘Shroom are gentler introductions to the menu.
Key Numbers
- Menu return: Black Truffle Menu returns to Shake Shack
- New item: Mac & Cheese Bites
- Truffle oil origin: Umbria, Italy
- Burger prices: $10.99 (Single), $13.99 (Double), $16.99 (Triple)
- ‘Shroom price: $11.49
- Stack price: $14.79
- Run through: October 27, 2026
The Black Truffle Menu’s return is a welcome one. The sauce is the reason to visit, and the Mac & Cheese Bites give the lineup some needed variety. Shake Shack has found a formula that works, and it is sticking with it. The menu runs through October 27, 2026, so there is still time to try it before it disappears again.
Source material: “Black Truffle Menu Returns to Shake Shack,” Brand Eating.
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