Steak 'n Shake • Fries & Sides
Steak 'n Shake Cup of Chili
Hearty beef chili with beans and onions
- Price
- $3.49
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 10g
- Carbs
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
$3.49
Typical U.S. price: actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Cup of Chili
The Cup of Chili is hearty beef chili with beans and onions It comes in at 280 calories with 10g of protein, and is priced at $3.49 in the Fries & Sides section of the Steak 'n Shake menu, about $1.25 per 100 calories. Steak 'n Shake is a fast casual chain with over 600 locations known for Original Steakburger, Steakburger 'n Fries, Hand-Dipped Milkshake (Vanilla). Our Steak 'n Shake menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Cup of Chili compares to similar Steak 'n Shake items
| Cup of Chili (this item) | $3.49 | 280 | 1.25 |
| Beef Tallow Fries (Medium) | Varies by location | 590 | — |
| Cheese Fries | Varies by location | — | — |
| Chili Cheese Fries | Varies by location | — | — |
Average price in the Fries & Sides section: $3.49. This item matches the section average.
How the Cup of Chili compares at other chains
Compare the Cup of Chili across all chains →| Steak 'n Shake | Cup of Chili | $3.49 | — |
| Dairy Queen | Chili Dog | $3.49 | same |
| Drakes | Hearty Chili | Varies by location | same |
| Firehouse Subs | Firehouse Chili (Cup) | $3.99 | $0.50 less |
| Krystal | Chili Cheese Fries | Varies by location | same |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Cup of Chili good value at Steak 'n Shake?
At $3.49, the Cup of Chili costs about $1.25 per 100 calories against a $3.49 average in the Fries & Sides section. Value depends on what you order alongside it. Pair it with the cheapest Steak 'n Shake sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Cup of Chili at Steak 'n Shake
The Cup of Chili is available at Steak 'n Shake locations nationwide: dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Steak 'n Shake app or third-party services. Order through the official Steak 'n Shake ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location. Check the current full Steak 'n Shake menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Cup of Chili
- 1Check current Steak 'n Shake deals: Half Price Happy Hour.
- 2Prices have trended +2.3% vs 2025 on our tracking. Expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
More Steak 'n Shake menu items
Steak 'n Shake secret menu items
Frisco Melt · $5.49
Steakburger with Swiss cheese and Thousand Island on grilled sourdough
How to order: Order a steakburger and ask for 'Swiss cheese and Thousand Island on grilled sourdough instead of the bun.'
Cajun Steakburger · $4.99
Steakburger with Cajun seasoning and pepper jack cheese
How to order: Order a steakburger and ask for 'Cajun seasoning and pepper jack cheese.'
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures: individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Cup of Chili prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Steak 'n Shake national-average pricing model:
- Chicago: $4.60 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Original Steakburger)
- Detroit: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Steakburger)
- Columbus: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Steakburger)
- Dallas: $4.30 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Steakburger)
- Atlanta: $4.40 (Estimated — on par with national average — Original Steakburger)
- Minneapolis: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Steakburger)
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About Steak 'n Shake
Steak 'n Shake is a fast casual chain with over 600 locations known for Original Steakburger, Steakburger 'n Fries, Hand-Dipped Milkshake (Vanilla). Our Steak 'n Shake menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including steakburgers, shakes. Current deals include Steak 'n Shake App — Free Shake With Burger Purchase.
Steak 'n Shake FAQ
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Where does the Steak 'n Shake nutrition data come from?
Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Steak 'n Shake website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: Steak 'n Shake official nutrition — latest published, dated 2026-10-01