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The birthplace of Steak 'n Shake - where Gus Belt invented the Steakburger.
Everything that was here
- 1934–1997
First Steak 'n ShakeRestaurant
The birthplace of Steak 'n Shake - where Gus Belt invented the Steakburger.
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Steak 'n Shake Original Location
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Steak 'n Shake Original Location
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