Willie Ray’s Q Shack

If you want the best ribs you will ever have in your life this IS THAT PLACE. The amount of food for the price is excellent. The food is excellent. The people are excellent. Ask my wife I don’t like much but THIS is it. This makes every other BBQ in the state question if they can make their food this good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had 2 pieces chicken and 2 ribs and 2 sides. Was best barbacue I've had in cedar rapids hands down. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great experience today coming through the drive thru. The worker was so kind he went above and beyond for my fur baby, as she is passing soon, he gave us great service and a bit extra meat for my Lil on her last day. Thank you for your kindness, sir! Lily really loves your food!!! So tasty from us as well!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips

Always greeted with a family like welcome, and food is always on par. I've been enjoying his food since the food truck and will continue doing so for as long as I remain a local. The ribs are great, never dry. And plenty of great sides and other meat options as well. Best BBQ in Linn County.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

No better restaurant on planet earth. Do you think I'm exaggerating? I have never been to Iowa, but I know they are the best. I was in my old Korean War veteran father's home in North Fort Myers when Hurricane Ian hit. I am third generation from Fort Myers. Fort Myers had no surge from any hurricane in 111 years before Hurricane Ian. We went underwater. Miles up the Caloosahatchee River where my dad grew up, our entire neighborhood went underwater. My dad lost all his worldly possessions. We had no food, no water, no electricity, no cell phone service. We had nothing but destruction. In the weeks after, no national charity showed up to help at ground zero of hurricane Ian. We never saw red cross, salvation army or any other national charity that begged for people to send money to help the victims of hurricane Ian. Who did we see help? Two groups: the local Ocean Church (handing out subs and drinks door to door to people who lost everything) and some people who set up a BBQ stand in the local parking lot of Big Lots. All I remembered was a big Q on their trailer. They handed out amazing meals for free to our locals who lost their homes and everything else. We had nothing to eat and here they were handing out amazing meals for free. I could not find them for years, but I'm so grateful I have now. I will never forget what you did for our people in Florida after the worst tragedy of our lives.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First off I went and bought a half a slab of ribs for $21.45 they were very chewy like a toughness and then they didn't come with sauce I had to tell them I want it barbecue sauce on it which I asked for barbecue ribs you would think the sauce comes with it for that kind of price for six ribs that were tough I would never go back.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

I didn’t expect the main store to be closed. Then again, the shack was open half a block away.

When I arrived, they had just sold out of the brisket (left me a little disappointed). Fortunately, the Three Bone Rib combo was still available and I found it to be pretty good.

The rib sauce was a great blend of sweet and spicy, adding even more flavor to the ribs. The potato salad was a nice cool contrast to the cooked foods in my combo. And the beans were supplemented by some chunks of ground beef and jalapeños, an excellent choice.

The next time I go, I’ll have to be sure to arrive earlier to have more options available. And hopefully the main sit-in restaurant area will be open.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Beans and Potato Salad, Three Bone Ribs, Brisket Sandwich

Tried them for the first time recently & went back less than a week later! They got my food out to me in less than 5 mins & it’s a good price for the meal, considering it tastes home cooked… everyone there is very welcoming and accommodating:) 10/10 recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Its rare to find a spot like the Shack where everyone is passionate about their craft. THE BEST RIBS AND BRISKET HANDS DOWN! Also, big thanks to Willie and his awesome staff for all of their selfless work done with compassion and love in the community and surrounding area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic ribs. Brisket was pretty good. Excellent staff. If you’re thinking of trying it, try it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had Willie Ray’s Q Shack out at our car show and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the food, and it brought such great energy to the event. We also really appreciate all the support they give to the community it’s awesome to see local businesses giving back. Highly recommend them for any event or if you’re just craving some amazing BBQ. Go get some awesome BBQ!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had Willie Ray’s Q Shack out at our car show and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the food, and it brought such great energy to the event. We also really appreciate all the support they give to the community it’s awesome to see local businesses giving back. Highly recommend them for any event or if you’re just craving some amazing BBQ. Go get some awesome BBQ!

First time trying this food The pulled pork sandwich was delicious with enough meat I made a second sandwich at home

I’ve had bbq all over the country cuz I’m a KC fan and I also lived in the South. The sauce and meat of this place is top shelf. Just as good as anything I’ve had anywhere. The guys are polite and orderly. The beans are pretty good, the potato salad i was not impressed by. But who cares, great great bbq

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food not good and barely no sides’n

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 4