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    Fat BBQ Shack

    4.5 (73 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Lisa B.

    Amazing food. It's not a 'fast food' joint so don't go expecting your food to be ready in five minutes! They are usually very busy with in house orders and takeout orders. So just because you don't see people there doesn't mean your food is gonna come out quick. Slow down for a minute, enjoy the mountains because when the food does come out...you'll forget all about the wait! I read a few people saying the help wasn't kind. Not my experience...they were friendly and talkative when we struck up a conversation! The desserts are delicious as well! We ordered the blueberry peach cobbler and it was delicious!

    Fried pickles, pitmaster sandwich, potato salad
    Carrie S.

    We got there right when they opened so no wait at 11am on a Thursday but was getting busy by the time we left, and rightfully so! We got the pitmaster sandwich. Came with brisket, burnt ends, sausage, provolone, onions and pickles. I don't like sourdough but it was that or a wrap so we stuck with the sandwich and man of man, I wouldn't have changed a thing, it was perfect with the sourdough! The meats were all tender and full of flavor; perfect smoke and seasoning, each a little different in their own way and when served together, they were a marvelous combination. Side of that mild BBQ sauce and done! I think it was $15 and we split it and it was huge. Great first time order to try everything and I would recommend for a first visit on the road since it is not too heavy, but if up for a full meal I would try a plate next time to try even more. Brisket was tender and would love to try the ribs and maybe burnt ends on their own. I ordered the fried pickles served with ranch and they were amazing. Some of the best I ever had. The coating stayed put on the pickles and had a wonderful crunch that held up through the end of the meal. Would order them again for sure! My husband tried the potato salad and he is picky if not like his mom's and he loved it. It was tangy with a good amount of mustard but it was such a great compliment to the rich meaty sandwich, he didn't event care. I would love to try the slaw next time for that same contrast. Great food and cool quick road side stop. Nice benches and tables outside and even in a hot August day it was manageable. They look to be working on the store front portion inside so I can imagine it will only get better. Must stop on your way through town. Also cute country store across the street with amazing rice Krispy treats!

    Matt J.

    The spicy BBQ sauce here is the best sauce I have ever had - coming from a big BBQ fan. Turkey and all of the sides were very good, highly recommend trying. Owner was also very outgoing and friendly

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    Janet D.

    Really cute Bbq stop on the way home. We decided to visit Lake George after a night in the mountains. This was an accidental find. A very good one! In fact, Lake George is right across the street. We had the Ribs and the Pitmaster Sandwich. The ribs were good but the Pitmaster was the star. It's the best choice to make since it's loaded with different kinds of meat in the the menu. Sausages, brisket, burnt ends, cheese, onion and pickle. I'm a rib gal but my ribs paled in comparison to the Pitmaster I got jealous! . It's still really good though!with a side of mac and cheese. They opened in May of 2022. Their specialty is Memphis style dry rubbed ribs. Future tries: the Smoking Gun They serve breakfast burritos, breakfast bowls, biscuits and gravy with their I am sausage, homemade cinnamon rolls, a mean peach cobbler as well as espressos and lattes. Awesome service! Nice people

    Ruthie P.

    If you around Lake George city, stop by here for barbecue. Small town atmosphere but totally worth the stop. Very happening place and prepare for wait time. We went to the eleven mile canyon and decided to stop by here from yelp review. Good barbecue and plenty of food to fill you up. We had six in our group and everyone loved their meat selections. Very tasty. Baked beans was delicious. Mac and cheese was good. Cole slaw is good. Definitely good barbecue.

    Smoked wings, fried pickles, pit master, smokin gin
    Chelsea H.

    This bbq stop is amazing! The pit master is the perfect sandwich to get a variety of their meats. The brisket is done to perfection. The fried pickles and smoked wings were equally delicious. When we went there was live music too, such a great stop!

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    Eric R.

    AWESOME BBQ! Off the chain. Totally out of the way, but if you happen to be passing by then don't miss this place. Some of the best BBQ I've ever had.

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    9 months ago

    Excellent food & the owner is super nice! Looking forward to eating here again next time we're at Lake George!!

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    8 months ago

    Excellent barbecue well worth the wait. Had turkey brisket and sausage for our dinner. All was exceptional.

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    7 months ago

    amazing bbq and sides too. everything i've had here has been amazing. take out and eat in. service always good and personal.

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    7 months ago

    Tender, well-smoked brisket. Excellent coleslaw. Great portions. Great home made sauce. Well worth the stop.

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    Incredible food & staff!! The brisket & burnt ends are amazing. We will definitely be visiting again soon!!

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    11 months ago

    The beans and burnt ends are amazing. The brutally long waits for your order are not amazing.

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    Inconsistent, but good when they are "on". Several times we ordered take out, then at home noticed items missing. Burnt ends were good!

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    Excellent brisket! The sweet potato fries and fried okra were both great. Definitely worth the stop.

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    2 years ago

    I'd eat here more often, but with a 1 hour lunch break and it taking 45 minutes to get a sandwich, I can't.

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