The Q Shack
Durham, NC 27707
Phone: (919) 402-4227
- Price:
- $
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 12am-8pm
Editorial Review for The Q Shack – by Alice Bumgarner
In Short
You know what you're in for as soon as you spy the picnic tables topped with rolls of paper towels. Funky artwork on the walls is counterbalanced by a proliferation of squeeze-bottles full of sauce. The old debate gets played out in this menu that features both Texas and N.C.-style barbecue. Hickory-smoked pork butt makes a slam-dunk of a sandwich. Surprisingly, though, the Texas-style chili-rubbed beef brisket takes the "most popular" title.
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User Reviews for The Q Shack
05/26/2008 Posted by gte990n
Okay, I haven't been to every BBQ place the triangle has to offer. But I have been to over half a dozen of the most touted places, including Allen & Sons and Bullock's, and the Q shack tops them all. While the ribs and the brisket are about average, the pulled pork and pulled chicken are out of this world. The sides are also amazing, including rotating specials like sweet potato fries and pepper jack creamed spinach, as well as classic staples like mac and cheese, baked beans, cole slaw, and fried okra. Also, they're open Sunday which can't be said of some other local 'cue joints. The price is reasonable (about $9-10 for a 1/3 lb., 2 sides, and drink - ribs are more, of course) and you order at a counter, which cuts down on tips. Phenomenal.
Pros: You come for the food and it delivers, price is reasonable, and there's ample parking and seating
Cons: Hmm... not many, surprised that they don't have mashed potatoes or any sort of corn dish as a side. Also, the ribs are a little disappointing, especially considering the price
04/19/2008 Posted by gwhite25
Hey guys, Coming from an African-American you can believe this one. This spot is REALLY good! I can't stand NC barbeque and I've had Coopers(which is Avg at Best) and Old Tyme(Better than Coopers). The Q-Shack is really good and I can endorse the business. If I had enough money I would buy a franchise. The food is damn good.
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