I tried Shake Shack for the first time ever - here's what I thought

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It's hard to live in New York City without hearing people rave about Shake Shack.

Since moving to Manhattan nine months ago, I've been surrounded by loyal customers who happily wait in line for the burgers and crinkle-cut fries.

I work right down the street from the original Shake Shack at Madison Square Garden, so I decided to try it myself.

Here's what I thought after having Shake Shack for the first time.