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Shake Shack • Diabetic Friendly Guide • Updated June 2026

Diabetic-Friendly Options at Shake Shack

Quick Answer: Shake Shack has 21 diabetic options. The lowest-sugar option at Shake Shack is the Chicken Bites (6 piece) with 1g sugar (350 cal). Top pick overall: the BLT (500 cal, 20g protein, Nom Score B).

21Diabetic Options
40Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
Top rated

Top Diabetic Picks at Shake Shack

1
B
BLT
Cal
500
Prot
20g
Sod
610
Sug
7g
2
B
Chicken Bites (6 piece)
Cal
350
Prot
18g
Sod
980
Sug
1g
3
C
Chicken Shack
Cal
550
Prot
33g
Sod
1170
Sug
6g
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
BLTNom’s Top Pick
Balanced nutritional profile · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
B
500
20g
28g
610mg
2
Chicken Bites (6 piece)
Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium.
B
350
18g
28g
980mg
3
Chicken Shack
Great protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber.
C
550
33g
34g
1170mg
4
Avocado Bacon Chicken
Great sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber.
C
670
40g
35g
1350mg
5
Avocado Bacon Burger
Great sugar. Watch the sodium. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
670
37g
30g
1410mg
6
Hamburger
Great portion & protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
370
25g
24g
850mg
7
Bacon Cheeseburger
Great sugar & protein. Watch the sodium & sat fat. Light on fiber. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
530
35g
25g
1350mg
8
ShackBurger
Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
500
29g
26g
1250mg
9
Double Hamburger
Great sugar & protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
560
44g
24g
1540mg
10
Grilled Cheese
Grilled. Great portion. Watch the sodium & sat fat. Light on fiber. · 100% Angus beef, no hormones or antibiotics
C
320
14g
25g
850mg
See all 21 diabetic options at Shake Shack
The Nom Score read

Shake Shack’s 21 diabetic options are led by the BLT: Nom Score B (75/100), 500 calories, 20g protein, and 610mg sodium. The Double Hamburger carries the most protein at 44g. The lightest is the Grilled Cheese, at 320 calories. Most come from the Burgers menu (7 of 10). Sugar runs 1–7g across the picks. Figures are computed from Shake Shack’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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What to Avoid

These items at Shake Shack don’t meet diabetic criteria:

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Chocolate Shake
dessert/bakery item — 69g sugar (max 10)
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Black & White Shake
dessert/bakery item — 76g sugar (max 10)
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Vanilla Shake
dessert/bakery item — 71g sugar (max 10)
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Strawberry Shake
dessert/bakery item — 75g sugar (max 10)
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Cookies & Cream Shake
dessert/bakery item — 86g sugar (max 10)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Diabetic at Shake Shack

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Choose items with fiber to slow glucose absorption
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Skip sugary sauces and dressings
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Pair carbs with protein to minimize blood sugar spikes
FAQ

Common questions about diabetic at Shake Shack

Is Shake Shack good for diabetic diets?

Yes — Shake Shack has 21 diabetic options, topped by the BLT (Nom Score B).

What’s the best diabetic option at Shake Shack?

The BLT is the best choice with 500 calories, 20g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the lowest-sugar item at Shake Shack?

The lowest-sugar option at Shake Shack is the Chicken Bites (6 piece) with 1g sugar (350 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Shake Shack’s published nutrition information.
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Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Shake Shack’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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