What a hidden treasure for our city!!! The pull pork is my go to every time we visit. The brisket nachos are piled high and delicious. Can't beat this place for true barbeque flavor.Kid-friendliness: The backyard is huge with activities for kids to play.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork
Roger Hamilton
I've been barbecue in for over 50 years, and I absolutely love what they're doing at. Paul's rib shack, the service, the food, the atmosphere, the friendship. It's all awesome. You should eat there this week! In every week.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Reyes
I’ve been living in Lake Charles for 6 years now and I’ve always said “I’m gonna try it today” and never had, Until today. Wow, the mac and cheese is delicious, the brisket melts in your mouth, but the best part was the bread pudding. My only regret was buying the pint size ? I can’t believe i waited 6 years to try this place. Again, the bread pudding is to die for ?
Food: 5
Hannah P
I’m so biased (owner’s daughter here) but after enjoying this food for around 10 years, I would say I’m the utmost expert on Paul’s Rib Shack Barbecue. I could eat it (and sometimes do eat it) every day. No kidding, I’m not tired of it yet. It is quality food, with great ingredients and a flavor unparalleled. I’ve been to some of the best bbq places around the country, and nothing beats home and Paul’s Rib Shack.My favorite is the turkey. You can eat so much of it! The brisket and mac and cheese are excellent as well. Oh, and I shouldn’t really tell you about the bread pudding because I was the one who created it, so it feels too much like bragging… try it and tell me what you think. I’m pretty confident.It’s where I bring all my friends for a good time! It’s the place I celebrated graduation, and where I’ll soon celebrate a book launchSo yes, I’m biased, but doesn’t that put me in the best position to tell you about this place?-The Original Rib Taste Tester
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkey, Brisket Box
Cindy V Camardelle
The atmosphere was very nice, they had a band playing outside and it was really nice!!! Ribs were dry.....and they were out of a couple things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Debi Smith
Great food and amazing atmosphere. Family friendly and you feel like family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Plate, Pulled Pork
Christopher “Trombi” Trombatore
Incredible food, friendly service, and top notch community support.Kid-friendliness: Kids eat free on Tuesdays!
I ordered the ribs and they're AMAZING! Tender, juicy and smokey. So good I had to call and let them know. Ya'll have to try Paul's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nic Blackwood
Paul, the pit master and the entire team are amazing. The food is just the best, i always thought we bbq'd best in Texas but Paul and Silas have us beat. When your in Lake Charles Pauls Rib Shack is must stop.
Coleslaw 5x5 red beans and rice 5x5 brisket Sandwiches AWESOME! I I waited too long to try this place, I'll be back very soon. Ot is a beautiful coo November night, live band, and BBQ. Thanks Paul!Update: So far, I have tried 80% of the menu, and it gets better every time. Try the Smores desert you actually make your own at the table!!!!!! Good tunes, great food and exceptional service....I am working on getting on the rib list!!!!!! TRY THE FRIED RIBS, THEY ARE AWESOME!!!!!Kid-friendliness: Family style restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Jalape
Brian Thibodeaux
This was our first visit. Paul and Reagen were great hosts. Food and music were great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs
A Cormier
Clean, lean and tasty brisket, smokey green beans, rich rice dressing served on eco-friendly paper. A bit pricey, but tasty and good value for the money. Prepare to self buss, as they are busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Joel Camacho
Brisket was dry, the pulled pork was very good. The sides were cold. The servers were like zombies. The brisket cutter guy was nice tho. The ambience was very texas.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
rose harrison
My order was wrong, I didn't order pulled pork I tried to eat it because I didn't want to drive back, but it was dry and stringy. The smothered potatoes were hard, and the piece of brisket I received was mostly fat.
Love them
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Box, Corn Maque Choux
What a hidden treasure for our city!!! The pull pork is my go to every time we visit. The brisket nachos are piled high and delicious. Can't beat this place for true barbeque flavor.Kid-friendliness: The backyard is huge with activities for kids to play.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork
I've been barbecue in for over 50 years, and I absolutely love what they're doing at. Paul's rib shack, the service, the food, the atmosphere, the friendship. It's all awesome. You should eat there this week! In every week.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been living in Lake Charles for 6 years now and I’ve always said “I’m gonna try it today” and never had, Until today. Wow, the mac and cheese is delicious, the brisket melts in your mouth, but the best part was the bread pudding. My only regret was buying the pint size ? I can’t believe i waited 6 years to try this place. Again, the bread pudding is to die for ?
Food: 5
I’m so biased (owner’s daughter here) but after enjoying this food for around 10 years, I would say I’m the utmost expert on Paul’s Rib Shack Barbecue. I could eat it (and sometimes do eat it) every day. No kidding, I’m not tired of it yet. It is quality food, with great ingredients and a flavor unparalleled. I’ve been to some of the best bbq places around the country, and nothing beats home and Paul’s Rib Shack.My favorite is the turkey. You can eat so much of it! The brisket and mac and cheese are excellent as well. Oh, and I shouldn’t really tell you about the bread pudding because I was the one who created it, so it feels too much like bragging… try it and tell me what you think. I’m pretty confident.It’s where I bring all my friends for a good time! It’s the place I celebrated graduation, and where I’ll soon celebrate a book launchSo yes, I’m biased, but doesn’t that put me in the best position to tell you about this place?-The Original Rib Taste Tester
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkey, Brisket Box
The atmosphere was very nice, they had a band playing outside and it was really nice!!! Ribs were dry.....and they were out of a couple things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Great food and amazing atmosphere. Family friendly and you feel like family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Plate, Pulled Pork
Incredible food, friendly service, and top notch community support.Kid-friendliness: Kids eat free on Tuesdays!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Maque Choux, Half Chicken, Ribs, Brisket Sandwich, Smoked Mac
I ordered the ribs and they're AMAZING! Tender, juicy and smokey. So good I had to call and let them know. Ya'll have to try Paul's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul, the pit master and the entire team are amazing. The food is just the best, i always thought we bbq'd best in Texas but Paul and Silas have us beat. When your in Lake Charles Pauls Rib Shack is must stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage, Brisket Burger, Turkey, Pork Ribs, Boudin, Brisket Plate, Nachos, Blackberry Rum Sauce Bread Pudding, Corn Maque Choux, Cheese Creamy Smoked Mac, 4 Oz Smoked Burger, Half Chicken, Ribs, Fried Ribs, Brisket Sandwich, 1 4 lb Pork Ribs, Sandwiches, Smoked Mac, Chips, Brisket Taco
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Coleslaw 5x5 red beans and rice 5x5 brisket Sandwiches AWESOME! I I waited too long to try this place, I'll be back very soon. Ot is a beautiful coo November night, live band, and BBQ. Thanks Paul!Update: So far, I have tried 80% of the menu, and it gets better every time. Try the Smores desert you actually make your own at the table!!!!!! Good tunes, great food and exceptional service....I am working on getting on the rib list!!!!!! TRY THE FRIED RIBS, THEY ARE AWESOME!!!!!Kid-friendliness: Family style restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Jalape
This was our first visit. Paul and Reagen were great hosts. Food and music were great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs
Clean, lean and tasty brisket, smokey green beans, rich rice dressing served on eco-friendly paper. A bit pricey, but tasty and good value for the money. Prepare to self buss, as they are busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Brisket was dry, the pulled pork was very good. The sides were cold. The servers were like zombies. The brisket cutter guy was nice tho. The ambience was very texas.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
My order was wrong, I didn't order pulled pork I tried to eat it because I didn't want to drive back, but it was dry and stringy. The smothered potatoes were hard, and the piece of brisket I received was mostly fat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 2