Shake Shack 2 with Libby Watson

"Shake Shack 2 with Libby Watson" is Episode 314 of *Doughboys*, hosted by Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger. "Shake Shack 2 with Libby Watson" was released on August 19, 2021.

## Synopsis

Libby Watson (sicknote.co) joins the 'boys to talk cat treats and L.A. eats before a review of Shake Shack. Plus, the debut of the new Pod Quiz America segment.

## Nick's intro

"*One of the primary objects of this invention is the provision of a vending cart, which is equipped with an icebox, a cooking plate, and several storage bins for food, in position over a heating means and near the opening through which the food is removed for use.*"

This excerpt is from a 1926 application filed by American inventor, Francis E. Coffee. And on September 10, 1929, he was granted the patent for the F.E. Coffee Vending Cart, better known as the "hot-dog cart." These original wienermobiles would become ubiquitous in New York City during the 20th century, slinging sidewalk sausages to harried commuters and tourists eager to LaRP as real New Yorkers.

As a new century dawned, in 2001, Manhattan restaurateur Danny Meyer, founder of beloved white-tableclothed joint Union Square Cafe, launched an upscale hot-dog cart in the city's Madison Square Park, as part of an urban renewal initiative.

The cart was such a draw, it was converted into a permanent stand in 2004, and with the fixed location, the concept really hit its stride - adding the hot dog's disc-shaped grillmate, burgers, along with crinkle-cut fries and, yes, shakes. Hour-long lines would lead to more brick-and-mortar locations; first in the former New Amsterdam, and then eventually across the globe, including in actual Amsterdam.

Today, the roadside burger chain that began as a humble F.E. Coffee Vending Cart is a publicly-traded company with over 250 locations and a market-cap of 3.8 billion dollars.

This week on *Doughboys*, we return to Shake Shack.

## Fork rating

Shake Shack first appeared on *Doughboys* during the chaotic 2016 Munch Madness: Burger Brawl. Initially, Commissioner Susser forced Shake Shack to go against Five Guys in a minisode, and Shake Shack won. It then advanced to the next round, and somehow defeated Wendy's. In the Finals, it immediately lost, and due to some superdelegates, Wendy's won the whole thing.

The Doughboys then finally reviewed Shake Shack one year later, when Nick gave it 4.5 forks and Mitch a full 5 forks. It was placed in the Golden Plate Club.

* 'Shroom Burger
* Fries
* Cherry Pop Shake
 Mike Mitchell
* Watermelon Mint Limeade
* Double ShackBurger
* Shack Stack
* Cheese Fries
* Cherry Pop Shake
* Triple Chocolate Chip Shake
 Libby Watson
* ShackBurger (add pickles)
* Hot Honey Chicken Bites
* Fries
* Chocolate Malted Shake

With these scores, Shake Shack is removed from the Golden Plate Club.

## Pod Quiz America

Since Libby had originally given the Doughboys a quiz about British food (in this episode), Nick returns the favor by giving her a quiz about American food.

The winner becomes the new Captain America. The loser has to marry into the DeVos family.

Libby wins!

## Quotes

**Mitch**: Oh my God.

## The Feedbag

 Mike Mitchell
 Libby Watson
 Emma Erdbrink

## Photos

'Shroom BurgerCherry Pop Shake and Fifty/FiftyFriesDouble ShackburgerShack StackCheese FriesCherry Pop ShakeTriple Chocolate Chip ShakeShackBurger (with pickles)Watermelon Mint LemonadeHot Honey Chicken BitesFries