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The Q Shack in Durham is a four star restaurant. Here's a place to get good food. It's known for its barbecue. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This restaurant is good for groups.
4.0 of 5 stars.
Decent Texas-style BBQ that can be ordered/served in a quick amount of time. They serve Pepsi, so that's a plus in my book.
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great BBQ. I absolutely love the brisket. A must if you want something more than pork. A little different than some of the other BBQ places in Durham but well worth the trip. They have more of a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Brisket from a Texas barbecue heaven; although not NC style, this is great Texas-style barbecue - - moist, tender and smoky; with a really good sauce. Good hushpups and coleslaw, and the obligatory...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i think i came to this restaurant with really high expectations based on the other reviews and hearing really great things about the bbq in north carolina. unfortunately, the restaurant fell short....
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some friends and I were in the area for a wedding and went to the Q Shake for dinner based solely on the Yelp reviews. Needless to say, we had a fantastic meal. The big picnic table was perfect for a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummmm.... this is the place to take people if you have a mix of tastes and preferences when it comes to BBQ. I have found that not everyone likes Carolina style with the vinegar sauce. Texas style...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good. The meats are good, though I don't think the sides were that amazing. It's apparently Texan not North Carolinian bbq, but since I don't have a particular allegiance to either,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yup, I went again. Same as last time, mui grubbin. Brisket (perfectly cooked, smoky, tender), onion rings (cooked perfect, nicely salted batter, crunchy), mac n cheese (cheeseiliciius)I keep going...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Supposedly, Q Shack isn't real barbeque (according to native Durhamites), but nonetheless, Q Shack has some gooood food. I like the pulled pork (make sure you add the Q Shack sauce). Not a fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In Durham for work and a friend recommended Q shack for lunch.Went with the pulled pork plate that featured two sides and hushpuppies. The portions were huge (though I live in LA and my gauge may be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not the biggest BBQ lover in the world, especially not "NC BBQ" but I found this place to be fantastic. I ordered the Chili, and although that does sound lame to order at a BBQ place, I tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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I got brisket, black eyed peas, and hushpuppies and I do not have a since complaint. The service was quick, everything was hot, and they had a wide variety on the menu. I liked how the meat was local, too....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome. They make really great smoked barbecue that's not too wet, just a little moist. Every other bbq restaurant I've been to drowns the meat in vinegar and a little bit of red...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As a northerner, I can't profess to be an expert on BBQ. However, I was traveling in NC and stopped into the Q Shack based on other Yelp reviews.The brisket was great and the St Louis ribs were OK....
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from this Joint. Gota tip from someone at Duke that said this place is the shiznit for BBQ. Have to say, it was pretty good, the Brisket was tender, moist, melt-in-your mouth kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Q Shack isn't bad for what they offer. They offer a large variety of BBQ meats (pork, brisket, ribs, chicken, etc) but nothing really stands out for me. The prices are good for the quantity of food...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a fan. This is a no-nonesense barbecue joint that is casual in atmosphere but serious about getting the food right. The ribs are fantastic and the brisket is just as good. People could argue about...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The brisket was A-MAZ-ING! Ditto the fried okra. They made them perfectly with just the right ratio of crispy coating to okra. The batter had som extra zing with salt and pepper that made them just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd have to agree the Q Shack is overrated. There wasn't much special here, and it most definitely was not North Carolina-style BBQ. The Q Shack had it's hands full trying to replicate both Texas and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After an uninspiring visit to Bullock's, I decided to try the other BBQ spot in Durham. Wow. This was MUCH better.First of all, this is the best brisket I have had outside the State of Texas....
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A quick note of clarification - this isn't North Carolina barbecue, if that's what you're seeking. It's more...Texas-y, or Memphis-y, perhaps? Sorry, my expertise is in vinegar-tastic NC BBQ. Still,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wayyyy overrated, I can't believe there are actual people in the world who find the Tennessee school of barbeque palatable, and while Q Shack may be a bit saucier than the strictest interpretation of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
solid bbq shack.pros: great prices, nice varietycons: no serviceThis bbq joint is really good. They have a good selection for bbq (chicken, pork, brisket, ribs...) and a great selection for sides (mac...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only NC restaurant that's made this California palate incredibly, and uniquely happy. This is not North Carolina bbq, but it is good bbq. The brisket and ribs in particular standout....
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's the bomb! I patronized the joint twice within three days. The second visit was with three other pork lovers whose only interaction during the meal was passing the bottles of BBQ sauce to one...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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I'm from Texas (Austin to be specific) and this place definitely satisfies. I specifically went looking for Texas style BBQ & this place fit the bill. The decor & the fact that they have Shiner on tap really...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great BBQ. Period. I prefer the brisket, but the pork and chicken are equally tasty. The hushpuppies are good, but the rest of the sides are nothing special. Don't over-order the baked beans. They're...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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I've dined at both the Durham (Original Q Shack) and the Raleigh (North Hills) Q Shacks and have never been dissapointed. I relocated here from Los Angeles and discovered that I have a new passion for NC...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
oh SO GOOD. I was starving, because I had just traveled 7 hours from San Francisco to Durham. I ordered way too much, but was glad I did. =)I ordered the 2 meat combo plate:- Smoked Pork Butt: tender...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good~! What a fun environment for BBQ! I went here with some co-workers and we enjoyed a nice lunch. The food is OK. The hushpuppies were sooooo yummy! As for BBQ, I think it was tasty but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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...as there is no other! This message is in response to ZMANSTER's ONE STAR RATING of the Q-Shack in Durham. You are mistaken in giving the ORIGINAL Q-SHACK the poor review. I am sure that you have not eaten...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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I've traveled all over the USA, lived in Dallas, St. Louis, Kansas City, Denver, Los Angeles and now relocated to Raleigh. I absolutely love good BBQ of all varieties. I went to the Q Shack located in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Q Shack has great food. I did get a little sick once from the avocado in their version of a cobb salad, but it wasn't a huge deal. However, this place doesn't have a ton of seating. It probably has...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This truly is a great southern style BBQ establishment. The staff is friendly, the tables clean, the music is fitting - overall it leads to an environment that lets you enjoy your BBQ. Each table is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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On my trip to Carolina the one thing I really wanted to try was Carolina BBQ. I was told that it is really vinegary. So I gave it a try at the Q shack. I didn't like it. I mean it tasted good, but the vinegar...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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Outstanding mix of Texan and Carolina BBQ. The sliced brisket is amazing...and the hushpuppies alone are worth the trip.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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GET READY NC CHIILDREN, TEXAS HAS COME TO NORTH CAROLINA. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO TRY TEXAS STYLE BBQ, NOWS YOUR CHANCE. I LOVE THE COLE SLAW! THE PULLED CHICKEN IS ANOTHER FAVORITE. IT'S NICE...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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good bbq, second best of the 4 I've tried in NC (Allen & Sons, Q Shack, one in Chapel Hill, and Bullocks). Highly recommended!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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I have lived here for 9 years, coming up from Florida. I was looking forward to Bar B Que places. The Q Shack is NOT one of them! I can't believe the people actually go there. The ribs were under cooked,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2006
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As a native North Carolinian ,I do love the holy swine but will occassionally turn to the dark side--beef as in Texas. Since the Q-shack offers some semblance of both and a friend was in town(recently moved to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great, especially for a transplant to the South, like me. There's wonderful, authentic Southern food, friendly staff, and bluegrass music in the background. The clientele ranges from...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST BBQ IN NORTH CAROLINA!This is awesome Memphis Style BBQ!Not the more prevalent NC style, abomination. The difference is that Memphis Style is smoke cooked (still slightly pink inside) and is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2006
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This place is so good. The prices are low, the food is awesome, and the atmosphere is very cool. I usually get one of the sandwiches. The burger is only $4.95 and includes hush puppies plus a side for that...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/19/2006
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The Q Shack is a great anchor to what some in Durham have started calling "Restaurant Row", the 15/501 corridor of restaurants off University Dr. While the pasta salad is of questionable merit, no matter...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/15/2005
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I recently discovered the Q-Shack, and after spreading the word among my friends I've got us all hooked! If you like barbeque you simply must try the Q-Shack. But be warned...the portions are huge! In...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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I have been a traveling man for many years and have set priorities appropriately. The first thing to find is a cheap but decent place to stay. The second is a really decent steakhouse with good food, service...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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This place has no idea how to do barbecue. Got takeaway for several people (so several different orders) -- neither the eastern nor western style was worth feeding to the hogs, let alone slaughtering them for....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2005
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My brother absolutely raves about this place. When I finally went with him to try it out, I was skeptical--my husband doesn't eat pork and I'm not a big bbq fan. But the menu offers ample variety to suit any...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2005
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I have had everything on the menu and its all good, you cannot order something bad here, its impossible. The beef brisket is so tender it melts in your mouth, I haven't been able to find better mac & cheese....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
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I recently discovered the Q-Shack, and after spreading the word among my friends I've got us all hooked! If you like barbeque you simply must try the Q-Shack. But be warned...the portions are huge! In fact, my...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
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A high quality, flavorful version of classical Texas BBQ. The setting and ambience are simple and straightforward. Consistency is a strong point.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2004
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I love this place! I love the fact that the food is fabulous, the atmosphere is casual (I can bring my dog with me to sit on the patio), they have Carolina Brewing Company beer on tap. What could be better? I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2004
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The best BBQ I've ever had, finger licking hands down. The beef brisket is to die for and the sides, especially the mac&cheese are divine. It's wonderful to have a broader variety of BBQ selection in NC. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2003
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As the newcomer to the local bbq scene, the Q-Shack has some venerable competition in Allen & Sons and Bullocks. However, not since my last visit to Stubb's Gospel Brunch in Austin, have I had such a good bbq...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2003
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The barbecue is a mix of NC and TX. I tried the NC pork barbecue which was good though the sauce in it reminded me of TX style. The sides were tasty; I tried fried okra and mac-n-cheese (warning to onion...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2003
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Excellent Texas BBQ! The brisket was mouthwateringly good, as were the hushpuppies and mac & cheese. HUGE portions, not expensive, and absolutely delicious. We also got a few jalapeno deviled eggs which were...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2003
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As much as I am a fan of NC pork BBQ , I was really looking forward to getting some Texas BBQ here, much like some of great places I've visted in and around Austin, TX. I was a little dissapointed in the Q...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2003
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Another Bush in the White House and Texas-style barbecue in the heart of North Carolina. Sounds like the apocolypse to me, or at least sacrilege. Still, most of The Q Shack's menu shouldn't disappoint... just...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2003
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I moved to the Triangle with my husband back in January of 2001. After lots of desparate searching, I had pretty much given up of ever finding barbeque I liked. Being a TX girl, the whole "vinegar and pork"...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2003
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The Q Shack offers some great BBQ choices. The brisket is the real standout - great flavor and texture. The ribs are quite good as well, but the turkey and pork are both a little bland. The fried okra is a...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2003
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The Q Shack is a real treat. It's the product of the combined culinary genius of two great local chefs from Pop's and Nana's (located a few doors up). In my opinion, the Q Shack is a winner for three reasons:...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2003
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The Q Shack fills one of the big gaps in our local restaurant scene. Until now, there hasn't been a good place to get any kind of barbecue except the shredded NC pork variety. I am ecstatic to have decent beef...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2003
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