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BBQ Shack

Updated 2026-08-26 · 5,770 reviewed · 176 listed · Scored from 11 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(11) 65 composite score See reviews on Google Publishes prices
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
BBQ Shack
Service
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Reviews
11

What recent reviews say

Food quality swings from excellent to disappointing, with tender ribs and brisket drawing repeat praise but occasional orders arriving sparse or misrepresented. The appeal is strong for resort guests seeking a quick meal without leaving the grounds, though closing by 4 p.m. leaves little evening access.

Praised for
  • tender, juicy ribs
  • flavorful brisket
  • good value for resort dining
  • convenient on-site location
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Best for: Resort guests seeking quick smoked meat without leaving the grounds.

Strengths

  • Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs and brisket
  • convenient resort location, no need to leave grounds
  • fair pricing for resort dining

Worth knowing

  • Ribs arrive fall-off-the-bone tender
  • brisket sandwich piled high with sauce
  • one full rack order arrived as half portion with presentation tricks
  • closes by 4 p.m. even during peak season weekends

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.48 average across the 139 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 20% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 58
Review volume 47
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 51
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Address
12031 Spences Trace Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
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Last verified 2026-08-26

Opening hours

Monday
11:00-18:00
Tuesday
11:00-18:00
Wednesday
11:00-18:00
Thursday
11:00-18:00
Friday
11:00-18:00
Saturday
11:00-18:00
Sunday
11:00-18:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
BBQ and grilled meatsSmoked gouda mac and cheeseEspresso-rubbed brisketQuick-service food
Published prices
Quick-service food
$15 to $30

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Common questions

Is BBQ Shack open in the evening?
It closes by 4 p.m., even on weekends during peak season, limiting evening access.
Do I need a resort key to visit?
The shack is within a gated pool area and requires a fence gate key to access.
What are the prices?
Quick-service food ranges from $15 to $30; a full rack of ribs costs around $30.

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Last updated 2026-08-26