CW / Oswin Colley The street sign for Bridge Avenue, where a Steak ‘n Shake is being built, photographed on July 29, 2026. A Steak n’ Shake is set to open in the Tuscaloosa area in late 2026. The location is owned by Ric Mayers, a businessman and owner of Two Dimes. Mayers partnered with local influencer Tyler Hearing, who has also been involved with Two Dimes and promoting other local businesses. Steak ‘n Shake was founded in Illinois in 1934, and is best known for its steakburgers, shakes and beef tallow fries.