Sammy's, at 27 N. 100 West in downtown Provo, was a burger-and-shake joint best known for its pie shakes: pieces of pie blended with ice cream. In January 2015, two brothers who had worked there bought it and renamed it Zeek's.
A note on these details: Sammy's former website address is now for sale, and we couldn't find a current website, delivery listing or recent news for Zeek's, so we couldn't confirm whether the shop is open today. Everything below comes from news coverage from 2014 and 2015. If you're planning a trip, check a current map listing or walk by first.
The pie shakes
In a 2014 roundup of the state's best local shakes, KSL said Sammy's was famous for pie shakes "literally made from pieces of pie blended with ice cream," and that the most popular were pumpkin pie cheesecake and chocolate Oreo creme pie.
What happened
- Oct. 6, 2014: brothers Alex Ames, a UVU marketing student, and Isaac Ames, a BYU student, bought Sammy's, the UVU Review reported. Alex had interned for owner Sam Shultz, and Isaac had flipped burgers there and later managed the Rexburg, Idaho, location.
- Summer 2014: allegations surfaced that Shultz wasn't paying employees, and Isaac asked about buying the business, the UVU Review reported.
- Jan. 1, 2015: the name officially became Zeek's, from a nickname Alex had for his younger brother. The brothers kept the pie shakes and most of the menu, KSL reported. "The only thing we have changed is the quality," Alex said; they switched to professional food vendors, and said their first priority was to take care of the employees.
The shop also hosted block parties and local musicians and took part in Provo's Rooftop Concert Series.
Where to get a shake now
For ice cream and shakes in Provo that we've confirmed are open, see our ice cream guide. For more downtown food, see the best restaurants in Provo and downtown Provo.
Related guides
- Ice cream in Provo
- The best restaurants in Provo
- The best burgers in Utah Valley
- Desserts and bakeries in Provo and Orem
- Station 22
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Sources
The facts in this guide were checked against these sources. Hours, fees and rules change, so confirm anything time-sensitive with the source before you go. How we make Provo.com.
- Brothers give Sammy's shake shop new name, spin, KSL.com. Checked November 9, 2026.
- UVU student opens Zeek's restaurant, UVU Review. Checked November 9, 2026.
- 6 of the best local shakes in Utah, KSL.com. Checked November 9, 2026.
