Shaws Smoke Shack Barbecue in Rockledge, FL

Shaws Smoke Shack Barbecue is a barbecue restaurant known for its smoked meats and classic sides, offering a focused menu that highlights traditional barbecue flavors. This establishment operates with a limited schedule, currently open only on Fridays from early afternoon, encouraging customers to call ahead and place their orders due to high demand and limited daily availability. The service style combines takeaway and dine-in options, making it suitable for individuals and families, including those with children.

The atmosphere at Shaws Smoke Shack Barbecue is casual and unpretentious, with a small, local setting near the railroad tracks that emphasizes quality and authenticity over formal dining. Pricing is reasonable and reflects the quality and portion sizes, with meats available by half or whole pound and sides in small or large servings. Cash payment is preferred, aligning with the establishment’s straightforward approach.

Customers appreciate the tender and flavorful smoked meats, as well as the complementary sides, which contribute to an overall satisfying barbecue experience. For those interested in exploring all menu offerings and planning their visit, the full menu is accessible on the dedicated menu page, providing details on available items and portion options.

Takeaway
Dine-in

Anthony Altomonte

03/04/2026

Best Smoke in the area. Only open one day per week from 3:30-6pm on Friday's only. Oh and make sure to call in your order ahead of time, they run out quickly!

Unleash Thy Fury

01/04/2026

Best bbq ribs and slice pork in brevard. Call ahead to put in your order this place sells out of some of the BBQ before it open.

Kayleigh Elbaum

31/03/2026

You guys. Wow. So good! Call ahead on Friday or go to the "shack" right at 3:30 when it opens - you won't be disappointed! Meat and sides sold separately. Half pound or whole for meats, small or large for sides (baked beans or slaw.. both delicious). I had planned to take some pictures of the brisket and pork but devoured the brisket so quickly there was no time. Pulled pork is half eaten,, sorry. The ribs though.. WOW!! So good.. Oh, also, homemade BBQ sauces. Right!? Do yourself a favor.

Nancy Davis

24/03/2026

Chili dogs were very good. I noticed right away the skinny dogs - love those. The chili was a little spicy for me but I still enjoyed it. My son had one with everything on it and he loved it. Want to try the brisket next.

Natalie Jo Peyton

02/03/2026

I was eighteen at this place in which they were open more than one day. The food is phenomenal, no matter what you get. At the woman, I personally love the chilly dogs and beans. The pulled pork, brisket, and ribs all but melt in your mouth. They were open one day a week, Friday, at three thirty. If you haven't pleased your order over the phone, you better show up at three thirty otherwise you're gonna miss out. Because they're usually sold out by four thirty and never past five. They have a phone number. You can call or text you're ordered by wednesday of that week, and it will be ready.

Anna Richter

24/02/2026

After a year of driving by. We finally made it. The brisket was super tender and sliced pork also. Definitely worth the wait. Thanks Mike!

Brian Peyton

11/02/2026

****IMPORTANT NEWS**** They suffered an electrical problem so they will not reopen until after the New Year... Can't wait because this place is killer!!!! Little tiny hidden place by the railroad tracks. Very good food. Only takes cash and ya have to order stuff in advace except for the chili dogs that are amazing surprisingly... ok price too... try it... may be wrong...

K Bock

13/12/2025

Tough choice deciding whether to tell everyone how great the place is or tell everyone it's horrible and hope they stay away so I can enjoy it. Great place! Mike and staff very friendly. The brisket was as tender and tasty as I have ever had. Wife loved the ribs and the brisket and I enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich as well. Love to eat at places that are only open a limited number of hours; lets me know someone is in it for love of the endeavor and not for the money. Definitely worth a try to see if you agree! Nate

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